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KDFE104DSS4 KitchenAid Dishwasher - Overview

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Dishwasher Upper Rack Adjuster – Part Number: WPW10546503
Dishwasher Upper Rack Adjuster
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PartSelect #: PS11756150
Manufacturer #: WPW10546503
This OEM Dishwasher Upper Rack Adjuster is a grayish-black, plastic part which will require a screwdriver to install. It fits onto the dishwasher rack and connects it to the track allowing it to slid...
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Door Balance Link Kit – Part Number: 8194001
Door Balance Link Kit
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PartSelect #: PS972325
Manufacturer #: 8194001
The door balance kit helps support the dishwasher door. This kit includes 2 door balance links and 2 door balance mounts with wheels.
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Lower Dishrack Wheel Assembly – Part Number: WPW10195417
Lower Dishrack Wheel Assembly
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PartSelect #: PS11750057
Manufacturer #: WPW10195417
This gray plastic lower dishrack roller is a part for your dishwasher. It attaches to the bottom of the lower dishrack, allowing it to move in and out smoothly. If the lower dishrack stops moving in a...
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Mounting Bracket – Part Number: WP8269145
Mounting Bracket
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PartSelect #: PS11745496
Manufacturer #: WP8269145
Sold individually. This part secures the upper side of the dishwasher to the underside of the counter or cabinet to prevent the dishwasher from moving, shaking, or tilting forward.
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Dishwasher Dish Rack Slide Track - Left Side – Part Number: W11259785
Dishwasher Dish Rack Slide Track - Left Side
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PartSelect #: PS12584376
Manufacturer #: W11259785
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Dishwasher Dish Rack Slide Track - Right Side – Part Number: W11259786
Dishwasher Dish Rack Slide Track - Right Side
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PartSelect #: PS12584377
Manufacturer #: W11259786
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Dishwasher Door Seal – Part Number: W11177741
Dishwasher Door Seal
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PartSelect #: PS12348515
Manufacturer #: W11177741
Door seal seals the gap between the opening to the dishwasher tub and the outer edge of the door.
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Dishwasher Positioner – Part Number: WPW10195840
Dishwasher Positioner
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PartSelect #: PS11750093
Manufacturer #: WPW10195840
Also known as rack adjuster. Sold individually. This is an original part from KitchenAid, Kenmore, Whirlpool, Jenn-Air, and Maytag for use with Dishwashers. The dishrack adjuster arm positioner clip...
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Touch-Up Paint - White – Part Number: 72017
Touch-Up Paint - White
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PartSelect #: PS385132
Manufacturer #: 72017
This 18 ml bottle of white appliance touch-up paint is used to cover scratches or marks on your appliance. The white touch-up paint can be used on refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, clothes dryers, an...
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Dishwasher Heating Element – Part Number: W10703867
Dishwasher Heating Element
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PartSelect #: PS9494999
Manufacturer #: W10703867
The heating element is not designed to heat the water that enters it, but is designed to maintain the heat of the water that enters the dishwasher. It is located on the bottom of the dishwasher.
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Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster – Part Number: WPW10195839
Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster
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PartSelect #: PS11750092
Manufacturer #: WPW10195839
Sold individually. This dishrack adjuster is for dishwashers. Dishrack adjuster lets you change the height of the dishwasher's upper rack. Wear work gloves to protect your hands when installing this part.
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Drain Hose – Part Number: 8269144A
Drain Hose
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PartSelect #: PS2358130
Manufacturer #: 8269144A
This drain hose is 6 and 1/2 feet.
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Donna
January 12, 2022
A plastic spoon inadvertently fell on the heating element and melted, i need a new heating element and instructions on how to replace it
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Hello Donna, thank you for writing. The Dishwasher Heating Element PSPartSelect Number PS9494999. We have an installation video for you to access. We hope to hear from you soon.

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Brad
June 21, 2022
KitchenAid dishwasher stops in middle of cycle. Sometimes it will finish a whole wash cycle, sometimes it won't. I would say it finishes 1 out of 6 tries. When it stops, you have to open and close the door and try again. When it works it works good. Not sure where to start with it. Originally i thought it was the board, but it finishes sometimes? I'm thinking there may be a sensor telling it to stop. I have taken the machine apart and don't see anything obvious. Any suggedtion? I tried to contact Whirlpool and i can't get a actual human to talk to about it let alone any sort of tech support. I have lots of tools and the know how, but i hate to just start throwing a bunch of parts at it. Thanks, brad
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Hi Brad, Thank you for your question. If your dishwasher stops mid-cycle, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the door latch and switches, the electronic control board, the control panel, the heating element, and the vent assembly. We have included a link that you may reference on how to check these parts. Once you have determined the part you need, please feel free to call customer service. We are open 7 days a week and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Reid
June 22, 2022
Dishwasher washes good but don’t dry the dishes now Replaced heating element and that didn’t help
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Hello Reid, thank you for your question. We have the Thermostat PS11750035 that is compatible and should correct the issue. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Pat
September 18, 2022
I need to buy a couple of rollers with little button that holds roller on for lower rack
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Hello Pat, thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is part number PS11750057. If you would like assistance placing an order, please contact customer service. Good luck with your repair!

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Ann
November 22, 2022
The dishwasher is not washing the dishes. It has the dishwashing soap all over the bottom dishes. It’s not rinsing or washing. It seems like all it is doing drying the dished only. On the control panel it it is saying add dish not sure what that means. I’ve tried canceling the cycle and starting it over and that has not worked. Any suggestions is greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Hello Ann, thank you for reaching out. If the control panel is not responding to commands, then it is possible that it is damaged and needs to be replaced. If this does not help, it is a good idea to check the control board. Inspect these parts for any damage and replace the defective part to resolve the problem. If you require assistance to place an order, please contact customer service. We hope that helps!

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Replaced Hinge Link
Pulled dishwasher from under counter, attached link to spring, hooked spring back into frame/chassis, threaded link through pulleys, attached other end of link onto door, reinstalled dishwasher under counter. All's well. Note-I purchased an extra link anticipating that the other one will fail. They're cheap enough.
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Door Balance Link Kit
  • Scott from Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Door spring link broken
1. Open the dishwasher and remove the two plastic grommets about halfway down on either side of the opening. Then remove the two screws under the grommets.

2. Remove the kick plate under the door. May have to lower unit by turning the feet using the adjustable wrench.

3. Make sure you have enough slack in the water input line and electrical wiring that you can pull the dishwasher out about 12 inches or more.

4. There is a spring and nylon rope link on both sides of the unit. Probably just one link is broken, but the replacement comes with two, so you can replace both or save one as a spare. Look at the good side and it should be pretty self explanatory how it attaches. I found it easiest to first thread the link around the lower pulley, then attach the link to the spring, then spring to the rear support, then the link to the door.

5. Reverse (2 to 1) to reinstall the dishwasher.
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Door Balance Link Kit
  • Sean from Ramona, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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The door would drop open when it was released
This was the second time I had this problem so I knew the symptoms and remedy. The tools needed were two nut drivers a ¼” and 5/16” along with a flat pry bar and Phillips screw driver. I started by removing the lower front panel by removing the two ¼” screws on either side. The lower panel will lift up and then can be removed by pulling on the bottom. There is a flat sheet metal piece behind the front panel with insulation that can be removed very easily along with the front panel. When the front panel is removed it exposes the front legs that may need to be dropped to let you lift the dishwasher over the tile (if you have ceramic tiles). The next step would be to remove any ties to the counter top if it is attached. Mine were attached by the two straps on either side with Phillips screws. After the top is free, lower the front legs by lifting the dishwasher with the flat pry bar and threading the legs up into their holders. With the legs lifted the dishwasher can be pulled out to expose the tension springs located along the sides at the very bottom. Chances are the ropes are broken off the plastic holders that fit over the door hooks.
Remove the plastic guides by removing the 5/16” nut from the middle of the lower roller. Remember to note which hole the screw is coming from this also sets the tension for how fast or slowly the door drops. Placing the nut closer to the front will drop the door slowly and toward the back will drop the door more quickly. I placed mine in the middle hole. When the plastic guides are removed attach the nylon pope to the spring and attach to the back of the dishwasher. There is a hole located on a flat piece of sheet metal the spring will attach to at the back of the dishwasher (if it is broken). Check the other side if it is still in tact. With the spring in place weave the rope around the plastic guides then pull the springs to help get the plastic end over the door hook located at the bottom of the door. Repeat this operation for the other side (kit has a both sides covered) and reinstall dishwasher in cabinet.
Steps
1) Remove front panel (1/4” nut)
2) Release Dishwasher from Cabinet
3) Lower front legs
4) Pull Dishwasher out from under Cabinet
5) Remove Rope Guide (5/16” nut)
6) Install new Rope Guide (Supplied in Kit)
7) Attach new rope to Spring and attach spring to dishwasher
8) Weave rope through rope guide
9) With door closed pull spring to relieve tension so rope can be attached to door
10) Repeat for other side (Kit has both sides)
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Door Balance Link Kit
  • David from La Quinta, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver
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