Whirlpool Dishwasher will not spray water

How to Fix a Whirlpool Dishwasher that Won’t Spray Water

Damaged spray arms, low water fill, circulation pump problems, a faulty control board or a wiring failure can prevent your Whirlpool dishwasher from spraying water.

Inspect the spray arms

Check the spray arms for clogs or damage. Clear debris and deposits from the spray arm holes if they’re clogged. Use bamboo skewer to clean the spray arm holes thoroughly.

Replace a spray arm if it’s cracked or damaged.

Check water fill level

A Whirlpool dishwasher should fill with water to a level just under the heating element and just touching the bottom of the mushroom float valve.

If the dishwasher isn’t filling or it isn’t filling properly, follow the expert tips in this safe DIY troubleshooting video:

Resolving a filling problem will allow the dishwasher to spray water properly.

Check the circulation pump

If the dishwasher fills with water properly, start a wash cycle and listen closely for the sound of the circulation pump running. If the pump makes loud or unusual noises, you may need to replace the circulation pump.

Here’s a video that shows how to replace the circulation pump in a Whirlpool dishwasher:

Replacing the circulation pump is an advanced repair. If you’re not completely confident that you can replace the circulation pump on your own or you need to have a service technician diagnose and fix the spray failure in your Whirlpool dishwasher, schedule dishwasher repair service.

What to expect when you experience a Whirlpool dishwasher will not spray water issue

How is the dishwasher will not spray water issue fixed?

Correcting most dishwasher will not spray water issues involves replacing the circulation pump, spray arm, or electronic control board. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher will not spray water problem

When a dishwasher will not spray water, it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.

What to look out for with a dishwasher will not spray water diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

If your Whirlpool dishwasher fails to spray at all, the circulation pump or clogged jets might be blocking water output. Instead of facing poorly rinsed dish loads, schedule a dishwasher repair near me. Proper spray function helps ensure spotless, fully-cleaned plates and utensils.