Water does go in but after it goes in it starts making a loud running noise (not normal) and it sounds like the washer blades are not turning … like low pump presser. Water presser in the home is 70psi The water will drain out with no problems. It will go though its normal cycle just not cleaning . My wife is not happy !!![LEFT][COLOR=#000000]
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I updated what the problem is.
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Check the float on the overfill assembly. Sometimes it can get stuck in the up position. If it is then usually cleaning it will fix the problem.
If the overfill switch is being activated, check for 120 volts across the fill valve when it should be on.
If there is no voltage, check across the fill valve/overfill switch (they are wired in series).
If there is no voltage there, then the control board is probably toast.
If there is voltage, then check across the overfill switch. If there is voltage across the switch then the switch is shot.
If there is 120 volts across the fill valve then either the fill valve needs replacing or it’s filter needs cleaning.
There is a screen filter built into the input side of the valve. Remove the valve from the unit and check/clean the screen filter.
Do not permanently remove the screen filter from the valve as it is there to keep crud out of the valve which could hold it open and cause a flood.
Fill Valve
AP6012920
Overfill Switch
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Thanks for the info… but I am getting water it just does not get pushed through the blades to wash the dishes. The float is clean and the rest of the cycle is working ok. I know that Sears replace the circulation motor a few years ago. Could it be that again? and if so how would you change it out or even so check it out? Thanks Rich
Your post and the post title seemed to contradict each other so I went with the post title, sorry but it looks like I chese the wrong one.
Yes it could be the pump again but it may just be some crud-debris in the pump.
I am not sure that the following is a direct match to your unit as I do not have a cross reference of Kenmore to Whirlpool models but the pump does look the same. I would open it up and check the filters etc.
Whirlpool KD-12 Point Voyager Dishwasher Service Manual - ApplianceDigest.com
You have to join the site to download the manual but it is free and this is a very good site for manuals and other info for the appliance repair DIYer.
Another thing to check is the water level.
A common problem is the unit not filling with enough water.
Most units fill to just under the heating element.
This can be checked by adding a couple quarts of water after each fill during a cycle. If it now washes OK then check the fill valve.
Just be careful to not overfill it.
Often if the fill is low you will also hear a growling sound because the pump will cavitate (suck in air).
The most common cause is a dirty screen filter on the input side of the fill calve. Remove the valve from the unit and clean/check the filter.
Do not permanently remove it from the valve as it is there to keep crud out of the valve which could hold it open and cause a flood.
If it still does not fill correctly I would replace the fill valve.
PS: Be sure to shut off the power and the water supply to the unit. Have paper towels etc. handy to wipe up any spilled water. Get a small pan/bowl etc. that will fit under the valve then loosen the input water line let it drip into the container emptying it as necessary. This will minimize the amount of water spilled.