All Installation Instructions for General Electric Dishwasher GHDA986K00SS

Detergent cap would not stay closed

After removing the screws, the front of the dishwasher easily came off. I put 2 screws back in to hold the control panel in place. I did not want that to dangle while replacing the part. The part came off easily after removing the screws. Everything went together easy.

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Detergent Dispenser with Rinse Cap

Michelle from Carlisle, PA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Couldn't drain water

I connected one end of hose to the drain using a hose clamp and screwdriver then connected the other end to the dishwasher using anouther hose clamp and a screwdriver..

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Drain Hose

Janice from Rockville, MO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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We had a rip in our tub gasket.

I removed the old seal, cleaned behind it, and then put the new seal in. We saw a video on You Tube on how to do it. Partselect also sent instructions on a e mail with the order receipt. We enjoyed working with you guys. Your customer service representative was very nice and accurate in sending out the part. All went as she said it would. Thanks!!

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Tub Gasket

Estelle from Queen Creek, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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the lower rack wheels had fallen off and melted

The best money I've spent on a repair. Easy. The lower rack now rolls in and out smoothly.

Parts Used:

Single Lower Wheel Stud/Axle

Lower Rack Wheel Kit - 8 Pack

Alfred from Mashpee, MA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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one wheel was missing, others kept on falling off

Just snapped studs and wheels together and put them into place.

Parts Used:

Single Lower Wheel Stud/Axle

Lower Rack Wheel Kit - 8 Pack

ILONA from AUSTIN, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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plastic snap retainers broken

Although the replacement part was different that the original, the replacement is a better design and attached with no difficulty.

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Dishwasher Dishrack Rollers and Axles

Bill from GOLDEN, CO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Roller Broken on dishwasher

Popped out Old Roller, put in new one, pushing it together with a pair of pliers.

My only regret is that i didn't check the other side of the dishwasher... the other roller was broken also, and now i have to pay 5.95 shipping & handling for a .29 cent item

Check all your rollers before you buy just one!!!!!

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Dishwasher Dishrack Rollers and Axles

Sean from Cicero, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers

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Dishwasher was not starting

Replaced interlock assembly as one of the possible causes. The replacement was easy, but this was not the final fix. I also replaced the water inlet valve, flood switch and finally found that there was large calcification within the drain tube assembly (not visible, but was blocking water). Got a new flexible tubing and new drain hose, plugged everything together and the dishwasher runs like new now. Watching for a potential leak from the drain tube to drain hose connection and mya need to tape it up, but so far so good...

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SWITCH INTERLOCK Assembly

Prasad from LEAWOOD, KS
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set

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Rollers worn out, top rack would not slide open or closed without wiggling around.

Removed rack, removed old roller pieces, installed new, replaced rack , and works as new now!!

Parts Used:

Dishwasher Dishrack Rollers and Axles

Darrell from DELANO, CA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Broken axle which hold wheel on lower rack

Easy install, snap in new axle and put wheel on stud. Be sure to check all wheels for any replacement due to heat melting wheels on rack.

Parts Used:

Single Lower Wheel Stud/Axle

Robert from WALNUT CREEK, CA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers

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Our dishwasher lower arm had become clogged

HAHA! The easiest repair we have ever done! Took it out of the box, snapped the old arm loose, put the new arm in and -- the dishwasher works like new! Thank you!

Parts Used:

Lower Spray Arm - Gray

M Anne from VIENNA, VA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers

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The door on dishwasher soap dispenser broke.

Repaired the soap dispenser.

Parts Used:

Detergent Dispenser with Rinse Cap

Eric from SIMPSONVILLE, SC
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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Heat shield on lower spray arm came loose and blocked spray arm from turning

Followed instructions on how-to video on website on how to remove and replace lower spray arm.

Parts Used:

Lower Spray Arm - Gray

Jack D from CLEBURNE, TX
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Hinge arm link wore out

Used Phillips screwdriver to undo brackets that keep dishwasher in place. Pulled out dishwasher from underneath the counter. Placed hinge arm in spring, hooked spring onto clip, placed hinge arm in clip. Put back dishwasher under the counter and screwed in place. Took all of 15 minutes. Saved 185.00 for service call.

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