All Installation Instructions for Whirlpool Dishwasher IDT870SAGX0

I had cleaned the filter on my dishwasher and neglected to reattach the lower spray arm. It went through the next wash/dry cycle resting on a coil and was burned and deformed beyond being able to use it.

The new lower spray arm fit right into place. All set, and I will always check to see if it is sitting properly!

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Dishwasher Lower Spray Arm

Wendy from LINCOLN, MA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Bottom rack wheels needed to be replaced

all 4 wheel units needed to be replaced, popped them off and installed need wheel units in roughly 10 minutes, no tools needed.

Parts Used:

Lower Dishrack Wheel

Raymond from BELLINGHAM, MA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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High pitched noise when the washer filled at the beginning of the cycle.

Watched the video, it went as advertised. Easy repair and the noise is gone.

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Water Inlet Valve

Robert from E GRAND FORKS, MN
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers

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Broken bottom rack

Removed old rack and and removed old rollers and installed old rollers on new rack as they work better than the new rollers sent with new rack

Parts Used:

Lower Dishrack

Charles from CONVOY, OH
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Door would not latch shut

Following a utube video made it easy. Removed the outer cover of the door to expose latch. Two screws remove the latch, pay attention to how it was positioned and put the new one on and then replace the panel. But first turn off the electricity to the unit at the fuse box.

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Door Latch - Black

RONALD from PRESCOTT, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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Dishwasher would not drain

After bailing out the unit, filled filter hole with a moderate amount of Dawn dish washing detergent. Ran dishwasher twice to remove all Dawn from the unit. Had to bailout the water (and suds) from the washer both times. After the dishwasher finally drained I inserted the new filter..

Parts Used:

Dishwasher Filter

Edward F from CINCINNATI, OH
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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Water leaking through the sump shaft seal

First I removed everything off of the bottom of the dishwasher. Then I removed the main center piece that everything mounts to. Then I reinstalled the new center piece with the help of some evoo cooking spray (extra virgin olive oil) I sprayed it on the rubber seal to aid in getting that center piece installed without a battle. Then I reinstalled everything else in the reverse order that I removed it. The evoo cooking spray works wonders for more than just cooking !!!

Parts Used:

Sump

Jason from MOLINE, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)

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Dishwasher was leaking but I couldn't determine exact cause, so I tried replacing the gasket which is common cause of leaks.

Removed old gasket, cleaned track thoroughly, then followed instructions from video on Part Select order form. Instructions very clear and precise. Getting the new gasket was a little tedious at the corners but take your time and work the gasket with your fingers as shown on the video.

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Dishwasher Door Seal

Dale from DOWNINGTOWN, PA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins

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Slow water drip on bottom side of door, both sides.

Pulled off old seal. Pressed into groove the new door seal. No parts required.

Parts Used:

Dishwasher Door Seal

Kelly from KINGWOOD, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Needed a tub sound shield

All I had to do is lay the shield over the top and sides and used a couple of clips to hold in place as it was slid under the counter top. It couldn’t have been easier.We had searched everywhere for this replacement shield and parts select was the the only ones that had it. Very good service and fast delivery,

Parts Used:

Tub Sound Shield - Insulation

Carol from REIDSVILLE, NC
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Lost stop from one side of top rack. Rack could be pulled off track.

Looked at other side of top rack which still had the stop. Just had to orient the direction of the stop and push it firmly onto the rack arm. Took a couple tries, but it went in and locked. Works perfectly. Inexpensive and easy fix to to very annoying problem.

Parts Used:

Dishwasher Rack Track Stop

Sheila from FAYETTEVILLE, NY
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Rinse aid cap was melted when it came out of the designated spot and melted against the heat coil.

Open the washer door, remove old rinse aid cap. Place new cap into designated spot, screw into place.

Parts Used:

Rinse Aid Cap

Kathryn from WINTERPORT, ME
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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The door spring link broke.

Unplug dishwasher and slide it out from under cabinet. Remove old broken link (a heavy string between two plastic parts) and replace with new one. Slide dishwasher back and plug it in. Very easy and no tools required.

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