Maytag Dishwasher MDB8989SHZ filter cover loose

[jrkmo1]

Model Number

MDB8989SHZ

Brand

Maytag

Age

1-5 years

I have a Maytag MDB8989 and took off the metal and plastic filter covers to clean the filter and strainer. No problems, except when I went to put the plastic cover back on, it is no longer keeping a tight seal with the rim.

So when the metal cover goes over the top, it is now causing the spray arm to rub when it revolves. So far the dishwasher is cleaning properly. I only noticed it because I gave the arm a spin when I put the cover back on. There's no other way for the covers to go on, so I know they are on properly. But now there's a tiny gap that pushes everything up just a bit, and causes the rubbing.

Is this something to worry about? Any tips on something I may have missed? See pic below.

 

[rickgburton]

Doesn't sound like it's installed properly. I'm not sure what you're showing me in the picture.

 

[jrkmo1]

Just trying to show the parts I'm talking about for reference. There's only one way these two pieces fit.

My concern is that the plastic piece maybe bent a tiny bit when pulling it off. Everything snaps back into place. It just sits a tiny bit higher than before. Not noticeable to the eye.

Long term, I'm just worried that it'll create an issue. Trying to get info on whether or not it will.

 

[Jake]

I just found a video that should help, make sure those metal tabs are in place properly on the accumulator cover.

Let us know how it goes.

Jake

 

[jrkmo1]

Thanks Jake. That's actually the video I watched in order to see how to get to the filter. All of the metal tabs are in place. The issue is that the accumulator cover isn't resting flush against the tub. It's only like a mm off, but that's enough.

 

[rickgburton]

the plastic piece maybe bent a tiny bit when pulling it off.

You should be able to bend it back or just leave it like that if everything is working OK.