V.

Theory of Operation

Door Latches

SHU & SHI dishwashers have door latches linked

mechanically to door switches. All other dishwashers
(SHV, SHX & SHY) use electronic door switches
(microswitches activated by door latches).

187184 ball bearing door latch

with microswitch

419827 door latch for SHI/SHU

(for mechanical linking)

419828 door latch with

microswitch

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V. Theory of Operation

Aqua Sensors

The aqua sensor only affects energy usage, eliminating a

pre-wash and/or pre-rinse cycle if water is clean. Most
customers won’t notice the difference if an aqua sensor fails.

NOTE: Aqua sensors

provide ~ 20% energy
savings.

HINT: Dishwashers still

operate adequately when
aqua sensors fail.

HINT: Customers will only notice aqua sensors failing if they

see their dishwashers running slightly longer or their electric
and water usage getting slightly higher.

NOTE: If water is clean

enough, it will be kept for
the wash cycle. If not, the
aqua sensor directs the
dishwasher to add an
additional pre-rinse or pre-
wash cycle.

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V. Theory of Operation

Water Fill Assemblies

Water fill assemblies insure dishwashers fill

properly at various incoming pressures.
Diaphragm Water fill
switch
Switch
lever Float
switch

Float

Newer water fill assembly without gasket

NOTE: Older water fill

assemblies required a
gasket between the upper
and lower housings. Newer
ones do not require gaskets
and are a drop-in
replacement for older ones.

HINT: Floats should be

checked and bases should
be cleared of water &
debris whenever water fill
assemblies are worked on.

Older water fill assembly with gasket

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VI. Component Access/Replacement

Water Valves (1)

The water valve is accessed from

the front of the dishwasher base
by removing the toe kick.
To remove water valve:
ƒ Remove two (2) T-20 Torx screws from toe kick and tilt toe
kick out from under dishwasher.
ƒ Remove base insulation (on models with insulation).
ƒ Move sump inlet hose away from water valve (without
disconnecting it).
ƒ Disconnect wires from water valve, including ground wire.
ƒ Remove two (2) T-20 Torx screws from water valve.
ƒ Pull valve out from dishwasher and disconnect water hose
from rear of valve. Remove any water from sump & base.

Removing toe kick Moving sump hose

Removing hose clamp

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