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Whirlpool Dishwasher GU1500XTLQ1 - Air Vent Looking Old
GoodFerNuthin posted a topic in DIY Appliance Repair Help
Our dishwasher hasn't been drying well, and it started to mildew, so I ran a bleach cycle and then started going over the nooks and crannies with a toothbrush and bleach solution. I also took the opportunity to inspect the air vent (top left when looking at closed door,) which was also mildewed. I disconnected the wax motor and pulled the actual vent out (Part No. Part number: 8545533 ) and while inspecting it, I observed what appears to be a rubber flap valve that, when lying flat, would close the vent openings, but they were curled so that they rested open. Having never looked at one of these vents before, I don't know whether this flap is supposed to lie flat in a "normally closed" position, or curl up in a "normally open" position. I suspect it's supposed to lie flat, and that it is age that has curled it. Any thoughts? Might this help account for the dishwasher not drying well?