Whirlpool Dishwasher

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• 1 Oct 2006

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Whirlpool Dishwasher ADP 4501/5 WH, The pump is operating intermittently, as if the power is being cycled, or the power supply contactor isn't holding in properly? Any ideas

 

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• 1 Oct 2006

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If it's the wash motor I think you'll find that it's faulty.
Check the base (under the cavity) to see if the base is full of water.

 

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I assume you're asking if the dishwater has water in the sump for it to pump? The answer to this is yes.

 

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No. I suggested you check the base for flooding. Underneath the cavity.
If it's a free standing dishwasher, tip it back about 45 deg. Have some towels around it in case it is flooded.

 

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Yes there is water in the cavity, turned machine at 45 degrees & small amount of water evident on the floor?

 

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• 2 Oct 2006

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Drain it out, then reset and try your dishwasher, keep a check for water leaking into the base. If your pump is still stuttering it's likely you'll need a new one.