Model # GSD281--53 Official GE dishwasher

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Part #WD26X74

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#1209

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Water valve

Part #WD15X5093

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Part #WD28X186

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Power tower

Part #WD22X120

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Retainer

Part #WD12X192

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Terminal

Part #WD21X349

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your dishwashers

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Why won't my dishwasher fill?

Main causes: water supply problem, stuck overfill float, clogged water inlet valve screen, water inlet valve failure…

Why won't my dishwasher drain?

Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control syst…

Why does my dishwasher door drop open too fast?

Main causes: broken door spring, damaged or broken door hinge…

Why can't I adjust the dishwasher rack height?

Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster…

Why isn't my dishwasher getting dishes clean?

Main causes: improper loading, low water temperature, improper detergent dosage, detergent dispenser failure, spray arm …

Why won't my dishwasher start?

Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure,…

Why don't my dishes get dry?

Main causes: not using rinse aid, rinse aid dispenser failure, broken heating element, malfunctioning vent, drying fan f…

Why does my dishwasher stop mid-cycle?

Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, contro…

Why is my dishwasher noisy?

Main causes: glass or popcorn kernel stuck in the chopper blade, drain line vibrating against the cabinet, debris in was…

Most common repair guides to help fix your dishwashers

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How to replace a dishwasher heating element

Dishes not drying as fast as they should? The dishwasher heating element could be on the fritz. Here's how to install a …

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How to replace a dishwasher high-limit thermostat

Follow these steps to replace the high-limit thermostat in your dishwasher if prevents the heating element from heating.…

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30 minutes or less

How to replace a dishwasher diverter motor

Upper spray arms not getting water? The diverter motor could be broken. Use this guide to replace it.…

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30 minutes or less

Effective articles & videos to help repair your dishwashers

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Model # GSD281--53 Official GE dishwasher

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your dishwashers

Why won't my dishwasher fill?

Why won't my dishwasher drain?

Why does my dishwasher door drop open too fast?

Why can't I adjust the dishwasher rack height?

Why isn't my dishwasher getting dishes clean?

Why won't my dishwasher start?

Why don't my dishes get dry?

Why does my dishwasher stop mid-cycle?

Why is my dishwasher noisy?

Most common repair guides to help fix your dishwashers

How to replace a dishwasher heating element

How to replace a dishwasher high-limit thermostat

How to replace a dishwasher diverter motor

Effective articles & videos to help repair your dishwashers

5 Holiday Cleaning Tasks Essential to Boosting Your Home’s Image

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

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