Kenmore 58715239900 dishwasher Parts

To hard reset your Kenmore 58715239900 dishwasher, press START/CANCEL to stop the current cycle; the dishwasher will run a 90-second drain, then you can select a new cycle and start it again. This clears most “stuck cycle” and control issues.

Quick reset steps (recommended)

• Press START/CANCEL once.
• Wait for the 90-second drain to finish.
• Select your desired cycle.
• Select any options (such as drying).
• Press START/CANCEL again to start.

For the exact button names and cycle behavior on your control panel, follow the owner's manual.

If the controls seem unresponsive (check Control Lock)

Your dishwasher may be locked, which can look like it needs a reset.

• Make sure the door is latched.
• Press and hold HEAT DRY for 3 seconds to toggle the lock.
• Confirm the lock indicator changes (on or off).
• Try starting a cycle again.

What “reset” does (and does not) do

Action	What it does	When to use it
START/CANCEL (cancel cycle)	Stops the cycle and drains for ~90 seconds	Stuck cycle, wrong cycle selected, won’t advance
Control Lock toggle	Enables or disables the keypad	Buttons don’t respond
Power cycle (breaker off then on)	Reboots the control	After a cancel cycle does not restore normal operation

Why it matters

A proper cancel-and-drain reset protects your kitchen from standing water in the tub and gets the control back to a known state so the next wash cycle can start normally.

Last updated: February 2026

Your Kenmore dishwasher model number is on the model and serial label inside the tub; on model 58715239900, the manual shows the label is typically on the right side of the tub. Open the door and look along the inner tub wall and door opening area, then record the full model number.

Where to look first (fastest checks)

• Open the door and inspect the right-side tub wall for the model/serial label
• Check the inner door frame and the top edge of the door opening
• Look near the front of the tub opening where labels are easiest to read
• Wipe the area with a damp cloth; soap film can hide the print
• Use a flashlight and take a photo to zoom in on small text

What the model number looks like

For this Kenmore platform, the model number is typically a 10 or 11-digit number (for example, 58715239900). The manual also shows model formats that start with 587. (with a dot in some printed materials).

What you see on the label	What it means	What to do with it
Model number (example: 58715239900)	Identifies the exact dishwasher version	Use it to match parts and diagrams
Serial number	Production identifier	Useful for service history and age lookup
Color number (sometimes shown)	Finish/color code	Helps match door/panel parts

Why it matters for parts and troubleshooting

We use the model number to match the correct parts list and diagrams because small design changes can affect fit. For example, wash performance and leaks often trace back to model-matched items like the dishwasher spray arm 5304517203 or the dishwasher door seal 809006501.

Tips if the label is hard to read

• Copy the number exactly; include all digits
• If a dot appears (like 587.1523), record it, but also write the full digits shown
• If the label is damaged, compare your dishwasher’s features and racks to the diagrams in the owner's manual

Last updated: February 2026

On a Kenmore dishwasher, the E15 code means the anti-flood system detected water in the bottom base pan and activated the overfill protection to help prevent flooding. For model 58715239900, the fix is to stop the leak source and dry the base so the float switch can reset.

What to do first (safe reset steps)

• Turn off power at the breaker (leave it off while you check for leaks).
• Shut off the dishwasher water supply valve.
• Remove the toe-kick/kickplate and look for water in the base pan.
• Carefully dry the base pan (towels work well) so the float can drop.
• Check the tub for overfilling; normal water level is only up to the bottom of the heater clips.
• Run a short cycle and watch for fresh water returning to the base pan.

For control and safety details specific to your unit, follow the steps in the 58715239900 owner's manual.

Most common leak sources that trigger E15

E15 is almost always caused by a real leak, not a “bad code.” These are the most common places we see on this Kenmore platform:

• Water inlet valve seep or loose fill connection (see dishwasher water inlet valve 154637401)
• Door seal not sealing at the bottom edge (see dishwasher door seal 809006501)
• Sump or pump seal leaks (see dishwasher sump gasket 154246801)
• Spray arm damage causing water to spray toward the door (see dishwasher spray arm 5304517203)
• Overfill protector stuck up from debris (can cause overfill and spill into the base)

Quick symptom-to-part checklist

What you notice	Most likely area to inspect	Helpful part on this model
Water at the front corners	Door sealing surface	Dishwasher door seal 809006501
Water appears early in fill	Fill valve or fill hose connection	Dishwasher water inlet valve 154637401
Water under center of tub	Sump/pump seals	Dishwasher sump gasket 154246801
Poor wash plus leaking	Spray arm cracks or wobble	Dishwasher spray arm 5304517203

Why it matters

When the base pan fills, the float switch keeps the dishwasher from continuing to run and potentially overflowing. Clearing the water resets the protection, but E15 will return until the leak source is corrected.

Last updated: February 2026