- Buying a Scratch and Dent Appliance from Craigslist. Good or Bad idea?I was scrambling to find a replacement for my broken Bosch dishwasher but all major retailers were telling me I had to wait at least 2 weeks to get one delivered. We tried handwashing dishes like the “olden days” but both of us were working full time so the dishes were getting piled up too …
- Does it make sense to keep repairing your dishwasher?
Since installing my Bosch Integra dishwasher SHX45P06UC/64 in June of 2011, the dishwasher has performed very well. Although I had to make some majors repairs since purchase (i.e. replaced a water inlet valve in 2015, replaced a circulating pump in 2015 and replaced a drain pump in 2018, I attributed those problems to my neighborhood … - Bosch Dishwasher Common Error Codes
Commonly referred to as fault codes, Bosch dishwashers store up to ten error code events in its flash ROM located on the control board(unless they are unplugged for a long time) The purpose of these error codes is to help you identify the part or parts that are causing problems such as not heating, stalling … - Why You Should Use a New Water Supply Hose When Changing Dishwasher
Summary #1 – When replacing a dishwasher, do not re-use the water supply elbow connector and hose. Install a new one instead. Summary #2 – Correct Replacement part and installation steps are included in this article I am very frugal and full hardheartedly buy into reduce, re-use and recycle mantra. So when I changed from … - How to Clean and Maintain Your Bosch Integra DishwasherI don’t know about your household but it is not uncommon to run our dishwasher 2 or 3 times a day, pretty much every day. In addition to 2 young kids, my wife and I both work from home so we tend to generate tons of dirty dishes. Coupled that with very hard water (i.e. …
- Dishwashers – Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Links Is it OK to run an empty dishwasher? How often do you have to clean the filter in a dishwasher? Why is my dishwasher not cleaning my dishes? Do dishwashers need to be cleaned? Can you run bleach through a dishwasher? Do dishwashers need to be cleaned? Can I use vinegar as a … - How to Troubleshoot Standing Water for Bosch Integra Dishwashers
- Resource Page for Bosch Integra Dishwashers
I know from my own experience that performing a last minute, emergency DIY project can be very frustrating, especially when needed-information is not readily found. To alleviate some of those frustrations, I am going share all available information I collected for my Bosch 24″ Integra 500 Series Dishwasher (Model SHX45P06UC/64). If you find a broken … - Troubleshooting Bosch Dishwasher InfoLight
Bosch Dishwasher has a nifty feature called InfoLight (a.k.a. indicator light or Info-Light), where a small red LED light is projected onto the floor to indicate whether the dishwasher is running or not. The control panel display and other lights on my Bosch Integra (Model SHX45P06UC/64) dishwasher are tucked underneath the counter top so this … - How I Conquered My Broken Bosch Dishwasher by Replacing the Broken Circulating PumpWith young children, our appliances work very hard pretty much every single day, whether it is washer, dryer or dishwasher. So it wasn’t a total surprise to find myself dishwasher not working one day. It started with a small pool of water after making some squeaking funny noises after the cycle was complete. Then the …
- How To Clean Your Dishwasher Without Harsh Chemicals
With 2 young children around, my dishwasher gets pretty dirty after repeated use (especially since I have hard or mineral rich water in my house). You can see the soap buildup and stains on the “stainless” tub as well as white powder like substance on racks, rollers, etc. All these things make dishwasher components to … - Banging My Head Against the Wall Fighting My Bosch Dishwasher – Leaky Water Inlet Valve
Surprise, surprise. When we returned from our week-long vacation, we were greeted by a soggy kitchen floor. I usually shut off the water supply valve to the dishwasher when we we go away for more than few days but this time, I had totally forgotten about it! SYMPTOMS The water inlet valve allows water to … - How to Install a Bosch SHX45P06UC Dishwasher
I have had so many problems with my GE Profile dishwasher that I finally threw my hands up and replaced it with a brand new Bosch dishwasher. Unlike most dishwasher installations, I am going to install mine with the idea that I will need to service it frequently in the future. That means installing extra … - How To Remove an Old Dishwasher
Uninstalling or removing an old or broken dishwasher is not too difficult as long as you plan out your steps. This post outlines the steps necessary to remove a Maytag JetClean Dishwasher (approximately 15years old). Background There are three connections we need to identify before attempting to remove the old dishwasher: Electrical connection – Most … - Where to buy GE Dishwasher PDW9200 PartsBecause I have had such a bad experience, both with Lowes repairman and Home Depot delivery services, I said heck with this, I am going to see if I can fix this thing myself. The parts I needed were: Cap Assembly (CAP ASM, WD12X10236) Gasket Fill Hole ( WD08X10060) Lock Nut Assembly Kit (WD35X10068) dishwasher …
- Repairing GE dishwasher (PDW9200N00BB)If you read my other entries, you know that I went through much aggration and frustration dealing with appliance repairmen, trying to get my dishwasher fixed. At the end of the day, I determined that it was faster, cheaper and most importantly, done right the first time if I DID THE REPAIR MYSELF! So for …
- Where to buy GE Dishwasher PDW9200 PartsMy best suggestion is look at several places on the internet, but other than obtaining parts information, DO NOT BUY from GEapplianceparts.com! Why? No, it is not because I am still pissed at GE. Their pricing is about 60% higher than other places (meaning you are paying full retail prices) and they could not even …
- My dishwasher saga continues…..
As if the dishwasher god is mad at me, my latest attempt to replace my “broken” dishwasher failed miserably. So as you know from my previous posting, my working GE Profile dishwasher was made worse by a “technician”. To make the long story short, we bought a comparable GE Profile dishwasher from Home Depot and … - How to Install a GE Profile PDW9200 DishwasherWhen you buy a dishwasher, you can usually have the store install it for you. Sometimes you can get the installation for free, but most times it cost around $75. I will show you how I installed mine (if you need to uninstall your old dishwasher, check out this article first – how to remove …
- How to Un-install or Remove a DishwasherSUMMARY Removing or un-installing an old dishwasher is not that difficult, as long as you have the proper tools, common sense and patience. REQUIRED PARTS AND/OR TOOLS Adjustable wrench, adjustable pliers, screwdrivers (flat and phillips) Are you completely getting rid or replacing your dishwasher? If you are replacing, read THIS ARTICLE to make sure you …
