665.12793K313 Kenmore dishwasher stops washing and add dish lights

[Brianswensen]

Model Number

665.12793K313

Brand

Sears Kenmore

Age

6-10 years

I got a call for a dishwasher that stops after a few seconds of pressing start. When it stops the washing and add dish lights blink.

I was thinking it may be a bad door latch, but when it's run on sani-rinse it makes it through that cycle without problems. I'm not able to find the tech sheet.

 

[Jake]

Hi Brian,

Ok, on this model it has the problematic door vent, that can cause this problem.

Do this first--->Disconnect all the wire connectors to your door vent and see if it runs through a complete cycle.

Start reading what bigbuck said at post#18 here:

FIXED - KUDE60HXSS5 KitchenAid Dishwasher Fills but then Shuts off

So after successfully running the one hour cycle with the vent wire harness disconnected, I ran the ProWash/ProDry cycle with the vent harness disconnected with 100% success.

www.applianceblog.com

Your model uses the exact same door vent. If it runs through a complete cycle and everything is back to normal, then order and replace the door vent assembly.

Here it is for your model you can order:
WPW10469574 Vent


To access the vent assembly you will need a T-15 torx screwdriver: Remove 4 screws (long) across top of door, then remove 10 screws (short) on the sides, then the outer door panel pulls off.

Let us know what you find.

Jake