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Pressure Switch
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mounted on a bracket located under the tub near
the right front corner. A clear plastic tube (the
pressure switch hose) runs from the pressure switch,
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pressure in the pressure switch hose increases.
Normally, the electronic control regulates the
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of the basin increases the air pressure in the
pressure switch hose causing the pressure switch to
open the circuit to the water valve and energize the
drain pump.
Pressure Switch Removal
1. Disconnect power.
2. Remove the outer door panel (see Outer Door
Panel Removal ).
3. Remove the 2 Phillips head screws, washers,
and the access panel.
4. Remove the 2 Phillips head screws that attach
the water valve and the junction box to the front
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6. Disconnect the pink wire from terminal 1, the
black wire from terminal 2, and the brown wire
from terminal 3.
7. Remove the pressure switch hose from the
pressure switch.
8. Raise the pressure switch to the top of the
bracket, rotate the switch 1/4 turn, and remove
it.
NOTE : When installing the pressure switch, ensure
the switch is fully seated in the bottom of the
bracket.
5. Remove the 6 Phillips head screws and the front
brace from the dishwasher.
Front Brace
Water Valve
Junction Box
Pressure Switch Hose
1
2
3
Pressure
Switch
Bracket