Whenever the dishwasher stop draining i had to take a shop vacuum to clear to pump and the drain line then it worked for a week or so then repeat.
Replace whirlpool dishwasher drain pump.
This video provides step by step instructions for replacing the pump and motor assembly on whirlpool dishwashers.
If the drain pump motor is not working the dishwasher won t drain.
If the motor does not have continuity or if is getting power but won t run replace the drain pump.
I replaced the pump drain.
Whirlpool undercounter dishwasher gu3600xtvy1 my repair advice.
Just order a new drain pump which is part wp661658 for most whirlpool and kenmore dishwashers.
The same basic procedure can be used to replace the drain pump in some ge frigidaire electrolux samsung and lg dishwashers.
Then follow this step by step guide to replacing the part.
But fixing it is a repair you can make by yourself.
Unplug the dishwasher and turn off the water supply.
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The drain pump uses an impeller to force water through the drain hose.
How to replace your whirlpool dishwasher s drain pump.
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My assumption was that it was to weak.
To determine if the drain pump is defective check the pump motor for continuity using a multimeter.