Bob F wrote:
"Red Green" wrote in message
...
I looked for an appliance repair NG. The only one I found is pretty
inactive.

We have a Kitchen Aid KUDS01FL SS0 dishwasher. About 6 yrs old with
original cost of 1k-1200. It had two problems and now has one. Wasn't
cleaning. Took apart and found the chopper assembly committed suicide.
Replace that and it cleans OK.

Second issue is it runs too long. Book says 96 min on normal. It runs
2.5-3hrs. Have done research and dialog with RepairClinic.com. They say
possibilities a
Heating element kit with electronic control" $59.75.
(goofy-if you get just the control board it's $85! Go figure)
High-limit tub thermostat $13.25
Thermistor $47.20

The board I can't really test.
The heating element is getting hot but not sure if enough.
Thermostat & thermistor I don't know if I can test.

I can get the whole wad delivered for $130 but does anyone have any
pointers on testing?

Thanks,
Red...

Is the water going in hot? It should be hooked up to the hot supply pipe. If you
haven't already, try running the hot water at the associated sink until it is
full temp, then start the dishwasher. Does that make a difference?


Bob


Good point. The old KA units used to
purge at the beginning of the cycle .... I
think it was for something like 1 minute
.... and then the drain would close and the
tub would fill. But now, they just
depend on pumping in extra amps to heat the
cooler water .... pretty stupid.
Another reason I don't like KA any more.
Must
be a Whirlpool thing.