[JRFOUNT]

I have a 14 month old dishwasher that has a failed bearing on the wash motor due to a leaking shaft seal. I found a replacement bearing 608-2RS and ordered it in Stainless to help stop future corrosion. After some work with my handy dremel tool I got the old bearing off and replaced both bearings on the was motor. However I also need to replace the shaft seal. I ordered a replacement impeller kit through this site (great price, fast shipping) but there is an extra washer over what was originally installed in my unit. Mine has a thick washer pressed into the impeller that the seal runs on; but the kit also came with a thin fender washer type washer that I just can't figure out where to place. Was my unit missing a washer originally or is this an extra that doesn't apply to my dishwasher? If it does need to be installed where does it belong? Thanks for any help.

[JRFOUNT]

No one has any advice or input?

[denman]

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Was my unit missing a washer originally
Cannot comment on this.

is this an extra that doesn't apply to my dishwasher?
Always a possibility but unlikely unfortunately I cannot find a service manual or a tech bulletin for the pump, for this unit.

If it does need to be installed where does it belong?
The breakdown in the Pump section does show 3 seals/washers and the order they go on. Are you sure that the metal washer is not just stuck on the back of the impeller?

Sorry I could not be more helpful.

[JRFOUNT]

The first washer presses into a rubber cavity in the back of the impeller the second washer would be between the impeller and the seal. I feel pretty confident that this would not allow for any sealing. Thanks for your help if you figure out a definite answer please let me know; otherwise, I think I'll leave out the second washer in the picture.

James