A small cap fell down into the drain area on my Kitchenaid dishwasher. I removed the lower washer arm trying to get to the drain area. I could not figure out how to get to it, but now I have another problem. I can't get the washer arm back on!

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Hi and welcome to FixYa, I am Kelly.
Cloudy, spotty / dirty dishes post cycle are almost always the result of drain problems.
1. Start at the sick connection and remove the hose. Clear the connection port of any debris and re-connect the hose.
2. Most dishwashers also have and Air-Gap installed above the counter top. If your dishwasher drain has an Air-Gap; remove the outer vocer by lifting it straight off. NOTE the installed position of the inner cap as it will only reinstall ONE WAY. Unscrew the plastic nut retaining the cap and lift out the cap noting the position. Clean out any debris in the cap area. Use a flashlight to inspect the inlet and outlet hose connections. Re-connect any disconnected hoses as a result of inspection or cleaning.
3. Check the waste drain hose for any folds, or kinks. Straighten the hose if necessary.
4. POWER REMOVED completely from the dishwasher. Remove the lower kick / toe panel and access the pump darin house connection. Remove the waste drain hose and clear any obstructions from the port. Re-install the hose.

Test Dishwasher with a glasware wash. Check for post cycle cloudy or spotted glassware.

If the problem persists:
1. Inspect upper and lower wash arm sprayer holes for obstructions. Clear obstructions. Large obstructions will require spray arm removal.
2. Inspect the tub sump area for any signs of debris. If you note debris you may have to also remove the lower wash arm support to clear the debirs. Just note that some wash arms are a real puzzle to re-install to make sure your paying attention to how it came off.

Test Dishwasher again.

If none of the above remedy the problem. The sump housing and pump impeller will need to be inspected for damage.

I would recommend you add 1 cup of vinegar and the juice from a freshly squeezed lemon with a NO DISHES / NO SOAP short wash cycle to clean up the tub area. Then do a NO DISHES short wash with 1/4 cup bleach and powdered dishwashing soap to complete the cleaning cycle. You can add 2 tsp of lemon juice in the final wash to knock down the bleach smell. You don't have to use the lemon at all but it makes a world of difference.

The above information should remedy your current problem.
Thanks for choosing FixYa,
Kelly

Cloudy, spotty / dirty dishes post cycle are almost always the result of drain problems.
1. Start at the sick connection and remove the hose. Clear the connection port of any debris and re-connect the hose.
2. Most dishwashers also have and Air-Gap installed above the counter top. If your dishwasher drain has an Air-Gap; remove the outer vocer by lifting it straight off. NOTE the installed position of the inner cap as it will only reinstall ONE WAY. Unscrew the plastic nut retaining the cap and lift out the cap noting the position. Clean out any debris in the cap area. Use a flashlight to inspect the inlet and outlet hose connections. Re-connect any disconnected hoses as a result of inspection or cleaning.
3. Check the waste drain hose for any folds, or kinks. Straighten the hose if necessary.
4. POWER REMOVED completely from the dishwasher. Remove the lower kick / toe panel and access the pump darin house connection. Remove the waste drain hose and clear any obstructions from the port. Re-install the hose.

Test Dishwasher with a glasware wash. Check for post cycle cloudy or spotted glassware.

If the problem persists:
1. Inspect upper and lower wash arm sprayer holes for obstructions. Clear obstructions. Large obstructions will require spray arm removal.
2. Inspect the tub sump area for any signs of debris. If you note debris you may have to also remove the lower wash arm support to clear the debirs. Just note that some wash arms are a real puzzle to re-install to make sure your paying attention to how it came off.

Test Dishwasher again.

If none of the above remedy the problem. The sump housing and pump impeller will need to be inspected for damage.

I would recommend you add 1 cup of vinegar and the juice from a freshly squeezed lemon with a NO DISHES / NO SOAP short wash cycle to clean up the tub area. Then do a NO DISHES short wash with 1/4 cup bleach and powdered dishwashing soap to complete the cleaning cycle. You can add 2 tsp of lemon juice in the final wash to knock down the bleach smell. You don't have to use the lemon at all but it makes a world of difference.

The above information should remedy your current problem.
Thanks for choosing FixYa,
Kelly

Based on my dishwasher which is a similar model, unscrew the cap on the support arm. Then lift off the lower wash arm. (Turn counterclockwise to loosen.)

There are several models of the KUDS02FRSS and the parts diagrams and manuals are available from http://www.managemylife.com/mmh/owner_manuals/search?query=KitchenAid+KUDS02FRSS .

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells
(we recently had to take off the the lower wash arm to replace a seal; by the time the part arrived, we forget how tight the cap was on originally. Pay close attention to the wash arm ease of rotation when you disassemble it. We overtightened it and the arm refused to spin until we corrected the mistake.)

Most KitchenAid dishwashers have an adjustable upper rack, since I do not have your model number I cannot advise on specifics but if you move the upper rack to the higher position the dispenser will open a little further.

Also if you are not washing well on the upper rack you may have either a plugged spray arm or sump.

Look at the spray arms close, if the holes are plugged then it will not spray into the dispenser properly.

If you have a tall tub KitchenAid then the sump may need cleaned.
Here are instructions that might help.But not knowing your specific model these instructions may not apply
A plugged up sump can cause a multitude of problems in a dishwasher, it can make the dishwasher not clean as well as it should, make the cycle run longer, it can create noises and redeposit food.

To clean the sump follow the directions below.

- Remove the lower rack

- Remove the lower wash arm (1) by turning the nut (4) clockwise (right) lift the arm off, there is a bearing (3) (small thin plastic washer) under the arm, be sure not to loose it. Lift the tab on the back of the feed tube cap (2) and swing it to the right and lift up, this may need a bit of pressure to release it.

- Remove the 4 screws (3) from the accumulator (1), lift off the accumulator. Remove 1 screw(7) from the cover (8) this is located down inside of the sump (4) on the left front side. Lift up and remove the cover (8), watch for glass and clean out all the debris from the sump and especially around the the area of the chopper and screen (6) which will be exposed with the cover (8) off. If the screen is blocked with debris that usually means you need a new chopper. it may be broken or loose and not doing its job.



Once clean reassemble and enjoy a dishwasher that cleans the dishes again.

Hi and welcome to FixYa, I am Kelly.
Dishes not getting clean is caused by either a restricted drain, (usually the problem) or larger than usual particulate under the lower wash arm tower.
The restricted drain can manifest itself:
- At the pump outlet, (remove hose and inspect drain port)
- At the air gap at the sink (remove cover by lifting straight up then unscrew the inner cap nut and remove the particulate) NOTE the installed position of the upper cap under the net as it will only go back together in one position)
- At the Air Gap outlet hose connection (remove hose and inspect plastic tubing)
- At the sink connection. This can be either a direct plumbing connection or a garbabge disposal connection. (remove the hose and inpect drain connection.

As far as the lower wash arm tower
- Remove the lower wash arm.... NOTE the stack up of parts... it only goes together one way!!!!
- Remove the lower wash arm tower screws
- Lift off the lower wash arm tower and clean the screen area.
- Remove the screen and check in the pump impeller area for a broken inpeller or damaged pump housing.

I really need the long model number if you need further assistance. The model number will look like this 220.13599000 but the numbers could be something much different.

Thanks for choosing FixYa
Kelly

Shut off the power to the dishwasher. Remove the strainer under the bottom spray arm. You will need to unscrew the cap, remove arm and clips that hold strainer. Clean well with a brush, soap and water, then replace it.

That black gunk is caused by soap deposits and food particles that do not get washed down the drain. This all collects in the area around the door gasket and front of the wash tub and forms a sticky black sludge. You need to periodically clean the interior of the dishwasher out with a non-abrasive cleaner with some bleach in it to kill bacteria. You should also check the wash pump sump (located under the lower spray arm) to make sure it is not being clogged with food and debris. In order to access the pump sump, you will need to perform the following:

1. Remove the lower wash rack and lower spray arm.

2. Remove the upper wash rack and spray arm.

3. Locate the screws holding in the upper spray feed tube. Remove the screws to the feed tube and turn the whole assembly 1/4 turn to the right (CW direction). The entire assembly will unlock from the wash pump assembly and lift out.

4. Remove the strainer assembly (known as an accumulator) that covers the pump sump area.

Inspect the sump area for food particles and debris that may be contributing to the mess inside the wash tub. If you need some guidance, pcappliancerepair.com has some very helpful exploded view diagrams to assist you.

If you have any questions, or require further assistance, please let me know. I hope this is helpful to you.

Check the upper arm for free spinning, then remove the arm and check that the seam between the upper and lower halves has not split somewhere. Also check all the small holes for debris plugging. Run the machine in wash cycle for a little while with the upper arm off--that should flush out anything blocking the pipe up to the arm. If still nothing from the upper arm, tear down the lower arm assembly down to the deck while noting position of all parts removed. Clean the big screen at the bottom in white vinegar and hot water. Inspect the holes in the bottom for anything blocking them.