Kenmore 630.13952, 630.13959 To remove water valve, Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver & pliers

Repair

VB. Water valves

Access the water valve from the front of the dishwasher base by removing the toe kick.

To remove water valve

Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver & pliers.

1.Remove toe kick by removing two Phillips screws and tilting toe kick out from dishwasher.

2.Remove base insulation (on models with insulation).

3.Move sump inlet hose away from water valve (without disconnecting it).

4.Disconnect wires from water valve, including ground wire.

5.Remove two T-20 Torx screws from water valve.

6.Pull valve out from dishwasher and disconnect water hose from rear of valve. Remove any water from sump & base.

Connection hints:

Water connection 3/8” NPT female. Inlet water pressure range 5 - 120 psi (0.3 – 8.27 bars).

When reconnecting the water supply to the water valve, don’t overtighten the elbow fitting. On valves with vertical solenoids, the plastic can crack and cause leaking if excessive force is used.

Using Teflon tape on water fittings can help prevent leaking.

The water valve can be accessed without removing outer door or base cover. However, removing them will provide easier access.

VC. Circulation pumps

The circulation pump can be accessed by flipping the dishwasher upside-down. Use the same process to access the heater.

For access to circulation pump

Tools needed: Phillips and T-20 Torx screwdriver, pliers.

1.Remove toe kick – see section VA.

2.Flip dishwasher upside-down & remove base – see section VA.

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