Diagnostics - GE CDT865SxJ0 Series Technical Service Manual

Diagnostics

Clear Door Diagnostic Tool
The Clear Door (Part #: WX05X20002) provides
technicians with a tool to accurately diagnose
2012 and later dishwashers. Viewing the wash
zones not only include more accuracy, it will
reduce diagnostic time, reduce repeat calls and will
situations where the clear door can be used to show
a consumer the dishwasher is operating properly.
things. The clear door allows operation and
visibility of spray arms including rotation, slow or
non-rotation, leaks between wash components,
restrictions and spray jet pattern.
Proper spray arm speeds have a tolerance of
=/- 5 RPM. The lower spray arm turns clockwise at
approximately 40 RPM. The mid spray arm turns
approximately 30 RPM counter-clockwise. The upper
sprayer (some models) cannot be counted, but can
be viewed for proper operation.
To Use WX05X20002 Clear Door
1. Place the dishwasher in Service Mode to
Error Mode and Service Mode can be found in
dishwasher mini manuals and service guides. All
results and progress.
2. Remove the bottom rack for an unobstructed
view of the lower spray arm.
3. Enter Consumer Error Mode.
4. Enter Service Mode.
5. Open the dishwasher door all the way to 90
degrees.
6. Place the WX05X20002 Clear Door into the tub
opening, starting at the bottom.
7. WARNING: To prevent any damage, do not close
the dishwasher door when the clear door is in
use.
8. The clear door has a latch strike. When pushed
into the latched position, it will activate the door
switch assembly. The dishwasher may not start
if the door is installed too low.
9.
10. Initiate the Service Mode, and verify the
circulation system operation.
11. Service Mode will initiate a 2 minute circulate
test. Depending on the diverter position at
the start of the test, the control will advance
the diverter to the lower standard position (or
clockwise rotation). The diverter operates 30
seconds lower CW, 5 to 10 seconds silverware
wash, 30 seconds upper spray system, then
lower reverse (CCW) for 30 seconds. This pattern
will repeat.
12.
leaks in all areas, including between the wash
components.
13. Determine potential areas for further inspection
and diagnoses.
14. Initiate drain; the dishwasher will drain for
approximately 70 seconds.
15. Remove the WX05X20002 Clear Door.
16. Proceed with any inspections, diagnoses and
repairs as detailed below. Some components
the severity of part fault.
Consumer
Circulation Strip Circuit
Single Speed Motor
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