20 Most Recent Whirlpool 24 in. DU1100XTP Built-in Dishwasher - Page 5 Questions & Answers

I have the use&care guide for this unit. It explains how to change the panels - I also notice in ebay that you can order generic stainless ones. I'm going to remove my white panel to install the stainless.

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sounds like your pump got fried or shorted out.

Head over to the manufacture's website.

Typically - they have a SUPPORT section that you enter your full model number in, and you can download the manual for free.

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I have an older dishwasher also and recently my wife also complained about it not cleaning right... so me being the man I am tried in vain to clean the things... Bought new spray arms online and installed them in minutes...now the thing works like new... However I have also found that if the heating element goes bad then that also can mess things up bad... So I would buy new spray arms, and also check out the heating element to make sure it is working... Here is a tip that will help you with the online buying... Dishwasher Spray Arms not SpinningHow to Buy Appliance Parts OnlineA bad heating element causes many problems in dishwashers...Dishwasher Problems The Heating Element not WorkingDishwasher Maintenanceheatman101 xxxew

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Here is a tip that I wrote that will help you with your dishwasher not draining problem...Dishwasher Problems - Water will not drain outheatman101

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You have to use water softeners available in cartridge form. attach this to the inlet pipe.
If there is a compartment for salt in your machine fill it with special dish washer salt availble for this. (Pl do not use kitchen salt )

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Check your heating element..

A bad heating element causes many problems in dishwashers…

Dishwasher Problems The Heating Element not Working

Dishwasher Maintenance

heatman101

Asker's Testimonial " explanation very clear. will give it a go and see how simple it was. thanks Ronnie " - ronnieshomes

If it is a lime scale deposit, check your inlet water quality.
If the dish water support salt for softening water add the salt in the
correct compartment provided in the machine.

Check rinse aid for dispensing! Check the level and refill
rinse aid liquid.

Run a empty cycle and clean the machine.

Since the drain pump will pump the water out using the "cancel/drain" button, your problem is likely to be in the drain hose system or the garbage disposal downstream from the drain pump. Check for kinks in clogs in the drain hose. Grease can build up in the portion of the drain hose just before it attaches to the garbage disposal.

Hi,
Check your heating element..

A bad heating element causes many problems in dishwashers…

Dishwasher Problems The Heating Element not Working

Dishwasher Maintenance

heatman101

Asker's Testimonial " explanation very clear. will give it a go and see how simple it was. thanks Ronnie " - ronnieshomes

Welcome to FixYa,

Based on your description... I`d suspect a plugged or really dirty wash pump. It could ultimately be a worn out wash impeller/chopper assembly, but I'd certainly try my suggestions before considering that.

The place to start for that is to pull the pump filter, spray arm and check for food deposit, broken glass, undissolved detergent and general water deposit built up in the sump well.

The key is to get in there and clean it all out, I`ve attached a link at the bottom that will show you how to go about it, ( This will be applicable to most Whirlpool, Inglis, Kenmore, Kitchen-Aid, Jenn-Air )

When you`re finished run it through a test cycle and see how it goes. You may even want to run it empty with just a bowl of "white vinegar" on the top rack for a dishwasher bath.

Let me know how you make out and what you find.

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Here is a tip that will help you to find out why water will not come into the dishwasher...
Dishwasher Trouble No Water entering Dishwasher
http://www.fixya.com/support/r4021363-dishwasher_trouble_no_water_entering

heatman101

your problem is hard water. the minerals dry on your glassware causing a white film or residue. go to www.dishwasherfilter.com. they have an awesome product designed for your problem.

7 blinks followed by a pause and repetitive 7 blinks problelm fixed by alternatively toggling between "heated dry" and "normal buttons within 6 seconds

Alternate solution: Within 6 seconds, alternately press "heated dry" then "normal" buttons. Wait for all lights to come on and for the diswasher to finish washing the load.

Have you had any luck, mine have both broken, and my door opens fast, slamming down.

The model number is actually "DU1101XTPQ3". If the model number you listed this question under is correct, there is a thermal fuse located inside the control panel of the dishwasher. The part number for the thermal fuse replacement is 8193762.

If you type in your model number you can utilize the exploded view parts diagrams at pcappliancerepair.com, appliancepartspros.com or searspartdirect.com to assist you in locating the part. The fuse is listed as item 6 under the "Control Panel Parts" section.


To replace the fuse, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the dishwasher is unplugged or the breaker is turned off.

2. Open the door and remove only the top screws directly behind the control panel.

3. Remove the protective cover from back of the control panel to expose the main control board.

The thermal fuse should be mounted to the control board. If you remove it and take a resistance check, it should read close to 0 ohms, if good. If bad, replace as necessary. Make sure you follow the installation instructions on the replacement fuse.

The age of the appliance is determined by the SERIAL NUMBER. The following link explains how this is determined on Whirlpool manufactured appliances:


http://www.fixya.com/support/r3576437-determining_the_age_of_your_whirlpool_ap


The SECOND DIGIT in the serial number determines the YEAR it was manufactured. The first TWO NUMBERS following that digit, represents the WEEK (52 weeks in a year) that it was manufactured. So...if I'm reading your serial number correctly, this dishwasher was manufactured January 2005.


If you have any questions about this repair, or require additional assistance, please let me know. I hope this helps you

Control Lock means that the entire dishwasher is locked, for child safety purposes.  It's normally cleared by holding the "No Heat Dry" button in for 4 seconds or more.  It is locked again by the same procedure -- holding the "No Heat Dry" button for 4 seconds (or more.  I'd suggest trying this on yours...