Whirlpool Dishwasher: not cleaning

Based on 7 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not cleaning: Replace the circulation pump (50.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Circulation pump failure (4 mentions)
  • Diverter motor failure (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Replace the circulation pump

    Success rate: 29.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

  2. Replace the diverter motor in the sump assembly

    Success rate: 14.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

50.0% DIY Success Rate

Either

Analysis based on 5 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Whirlpool Dishwasher Question
  2. I have a Whirlpool WDTA50SAHZ. Doesn't do anything during th...
  3. Whirlpool Dishwasher not cleaning dishes
  4. Whirlpool dishwasher not cleaning great after circulation pu...
  5. Dishwasher will not clean dishes. I'm at a loss as to the re...

Community Discussions

not cleaning great after circulation pump replacement

The diverter motor in the sump assembly was bad and was replaced, resolving the issue.

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not cleaning dishes, POD not breaking apart, silent during wash cycle

Replace the circulation pump based on error codes.

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Doesn't do anything during the clean cycle

Replace the circulation pump

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