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[SIZE=3]I have a Whirlpool dishwasher – the model number is DU800DWGX1. Recently, the soap dispenser will not open during the washing cycle. This had happened periodically in the past, but by no means every time. However, it has happened every time over the past couple of weeks. If I close the soap door and manually turn the dial to simulate a wash cycle, it opens. It just will not open during the actual wash cycle. It appears to be a sticking issue – meaning the soap door is actually sticking to the soap. I have tried both liquid and powder and the results are the same. When the cycle is complete and I see that the door has not opened, I can push the little latch that should open the soap door, but it will not open because it is sticking to the soap. Needless to say, this is very frustrating. Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated![/SIZE]
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Call them or email and find out what is going on.
I would not drill, the elements are brittle so they can snap fairly easily.
Unless of course they will replace it, if you break it.
call who, customer service said this part was re-designed…does that mean
the oven is obsolete? is there another part that has a hole? is there a part
I can buy to adapt to the end that has a hole? will a different adapter or
if I drill a hole cause an electrical concern within the back wall of the oven,
where the wires would recess into? thanks…R. Palma
I would take the element to an appliance parts supplier and get push on connectors to fit the element. There are different sizes and amperage ratings, that is why it is a good idea to take the element with you.
Cut off the old connectors from the stove wires and install the new ones that fit the element.