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WDF540PADM3 Whirlpool Dishwasher - Overview

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Rack Track Stop – Part Number: WP8565925
Rack Track Stop
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PartSelect #: PS11746591
Manufacturer #: WP8565925
The rack track stop on your dishwasher is designed to stop the dish rack at the appropriate place when opening and closing the rack. If your dishwasher is not cleaning your dishes properly, the rack s...
$9.83
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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.
$12.80
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Dishwasher Heating Element – Part Number: W10518394
Dishwasher Heating Element
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PartSelect #: PS8260087
Manufacturer #: W10518394
This manufacturer-certified heating element is used to create heat during the dry cycle and increase water temperature during portions of the wash cycle when certain options are selected. If your dish...
$84.35
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Friction Sleeve – Part Number: WP8268961
Friction Sleeve
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PartSelect #: PS11745488
Manufacturer #: WP8268961
This part helps to keep your door quiet when it opens and closes.
$9.56
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Lower Spray Arm – Part Number: WPW10491331
Lower Spray Arm
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PartSelect #: PS11755592
Manufacturer #: WPW10491331
This is a lower spray arm for a dishwasher. The lower spray arm allows water to be spread evenly throughout the dishwasher tub with the proper force so dishes come out clean. This spray arm is gray in...
$77.52
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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...
$10.20
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Lower Dishrack Wheel – Part Number: WPW10082868
Lower Dishrack Wheel
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PartSelect #: PS11748193
Manufacturer #: WPW10082868
This part attaches to the lower dishrack.
$63.40
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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.
$40.29
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Dishwasher INLET VALVE – Part Number: W11175771
Dishwasher INLET VALVE
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PartSelect #: PS12578165
Manufacturer #: W11175771
This water inlet valve should be located behind the lower kick plate panel in either the right or left corner. The attaching solenoids on the valve open and close according to the desired amount of water needed.
$81.63
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Middle Spray Arm – Part Number: WPW10498900
Middle Spray Arm
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PartSelect #: PS11755664
Manufacturer #: WPW10498900
This is a replacement middle spray arm in your dishwasher. You will find your middle spray arm mounted on the bottom of the middle dish rack. The upper spray arm rotates and sprays water during the op...
$63.68
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Upper Rack Wheel – Part Number: WPW10078214
Upper Rack Wheel
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PartSelect #: PS11748156
Manufacturer #: WPW10078214
Sold individually.
$40.03
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Dishwasher Filter – Part Number: W10872845
Dishwasher Filter
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PartSelect #: PS11759673
Manufacturer #: W10872845
This filter works with the water pump in your dishwasher. It prevents debris from entering the pump and causing damage. As a result, the filter can occasionally become clogged or damaged, and will nee...
$73.98
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Darell
February 7, 2024
This is my first problem with the dishwasher, and it started suddenly a few days ago. Unit continuously runs. I've been pressing the drain button after about 90 minutes. Once drained, I can still smell soap. I'll start it again just to rinse off the soap. What is the problem?
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Hello Darell, thank you for contacting us. We have concluded that the issue is with the turbidity sensor, part number PS12070543. We would recommend replacing it to fix the issue. Glad to be of help!

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Jon
March 9, 2020
The blue "push" plastic latch on the utensil rack snapped in to two. Any replacements ?
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Hi Jon, thank you for your question. You would have to replace your utensil rack itself there. That would be this part: PS12347808. Good luck with your repair.

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John
April 10, 2023
unit turns on but does not function. all the setting can be selected but nothing happens. I unplugged it. Is it the main board? Is there a way to reset computer?
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Hello John, thank you for contacting us. We believe your model is having this problem because of a faulty door latch. If the door latch is faulty, it might prevent the dishwasher from running. You may need to replace the door latch, part number PS11756967. There is no specific option to reset the control board. We can only reset it by unplugging the dishwasher from the power supply and plugging it back on after a few minutes. We hope this helps.

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April
December 26, 2023
My dishwasher won't start. It was on and stopped during a cycle. Now there is water in the bottom and the control panel will not turn on. What part do I need?
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Hello April, thank you for reaching out. Based on our research, we would recommend checking the wire harness of the control board for any damage. If this is not the issue, you may need to replace the electronic control board, part number PS11769631, to fix the issue. Glad to be of help!

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Fred
January 11, 2024
The water doesn't get hot to wash, but the dryier does heat to dry. The heating element seems to be o.k. Could this be the thermostat causing this problem? Or maybe some other cause.
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Hello Fred, thank you for getting in touch. Check the thermostat using a multimeter. If it is fine, you will need to replace the control board, part number PS11769631. Glad to be of assistance!

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Common Symptoms of the WDF540PADM3

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Heater element broken.
Step 1: Remove the screws in the bottom of the countertop.

Step 2: Remove the screws holding the bottom kickplate.

Step 3: Loosen leveling legs.

Step 4: Pull dishwasher out of hole.

Step 5: Unlplug dishwasher.

Step 6: Disconnect wires from bottom of element in back.

Step 7: Remove plastic nuts holding element in place.

Step 8: Remove element.

Step 9: Reverse Steps 1-7.

Step 10: Drink beer.
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Dishwasher Heating Element
  • Dennis from Sedro Woolley, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench set
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Lost dishwasher brackets
I called an experienced plumber, who balanced and installed my new dishwasher properly, using the brackets I ordered from Parts Select, after an INEXPERIENCED plumber had tossed the factory-provided mounting brackets out with the shipping carton. Relief!
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Mounting Bracket
  • Judith from Essex, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Door will fall down after opening
unscrewed dishwasher from cabinet ...,moved out slightly....while door closed ...reached with long nosed pliers door spring pulled forward...and allowing white plastic part that fits through sleeve and fit new sleeve over it...pulled spring attaching white plastic part and pushed unit back to cabinet and replaced screws DONE.
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Friction Sleeve
  • Arthur from YORKTOWN HTS, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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