KitchenAid
Dishwasher

Model #KDB21BSE Official KitchenAid dishwasher

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Appliance Faucet Adapter (replaces W10254672)#4

Fill hose and cord #kdi-61 Diagram

Adapter

Part #110552
Replaced by #WPW10254672
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Manufacturer substitution
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Refrigerator Screw (replaces W10362924, W11546547, WP489355)#29

Frame and miscellaneous Diagram

Screw

Part #SD-17-41
Replaced by #W11233072
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Refrigerator Screw (replaces W10362924, W11546547, WP489355)#2

Wash and drain pump Diagram

Screw

Part #SC-109-58
Replaced by #W11233072
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Refrigerator Screw (replaces W10362924, W11546547, WP489355)#28

Door and latch Diagram

Screw

Part #SD-17-42
Replaced by #W11233072
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Dishwasher Float Switch Assembly#11

Fill and overfill Diagram

Switch

Part #C-116269
Replaced by #W10207863
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Dishwasher Float Switch Assembly#12

Fill and overfill Diagram

Switch

Part #D-116270
Replaced by #W10207863
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Washer Hose Clamp#25

Wash and drain pump Diagram

Hose clamp

Part #240202-3
Replaced by #3363365
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Manufacturer substitution
This part replaces 240202-3. Substitute parts can look different from the original.
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Dishwasher Bi-Metal Thermostat#26

Door and latch Diagram

Bi-metal

Part #C-241225
Replaced by #WP4162568
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Manufacturer substitution
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Screw

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Screw

Part #SD-17-14
Replaced by #WP693304
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This item is not returnable
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$4.33
Dishwasher Screw#15

Fill hose and cord #kdi-61 Diagram

Screw

Part #SD-17-11
Replaced by #WP4159387
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Manufacturer substitution
This part replaces SD-17-11. Substitute parts can look different from the original.
This item is not returnable
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$4.33

Symptoms common to all dishwashers

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Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster
Main causes: water supply problem, stuck overfill float, clogged water inlet valve screen, water inlet valve failure
Main causes: improper loading, low water temperature, improper detergent dosage, detergent dispenser failure, spray arm or pump problems
Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracked water supply line
Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, control system problem
Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure, wiring problem
Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control system problem
Main causes: broken door spring, damaged or broken door hinge
Main causes: glass or popcorn kernel stuck in the chopper blade, drain line vibrating against the cabinet, debris in wash pump or drain pump

Repair guides common to all dishwashers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dishwasher.

How to replace a dishwasher door latch assembly

If the dishwasher door doesn't click shut, a broken door latch is a likely cause. Follow these instructions to replace it yourself.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dishwasher user interface control

The user interface control houses the selection buttons and display. If it fails, you can't select the cycle and settings. Follow these instructions to replace it yourself.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse

A completely dead control panel often indicates that the thermal fuse on the electronic control board is blown; follow these steps to replace a blown thermal fuse in your dishwasher.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

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