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Post# 294830   8/5/2008 at 14:52 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        

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Look what I just got today...




Post# 294831 , Reply# 1   8/5/2008 at 14:53 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
I got her from a woman who is doing her kitchen over

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Money Shot is Next

Post# 294832 , Reply# 2   8/5/2008 at 14:54 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
OK,OK,

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MONEY SHOT

Post# 294833 , Reply# 3   8/5/2008 at 14:55 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Check Out...

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The Racks. Really Nice Shape.

Post# 294834 , Reply# 4   8/5/2008 at 14:55 (5,714 days old) by turquoisedude (.)        
Congrats!

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Love the stainless wash arm, pump guard, and overflow. She's a real beauty, Eddie!!

Post# 294835 , Reply# 5   8/5/2008 at 14:56 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Only a slight Problem

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A little bit of rust in the sump.

Post# 294836 , Reply# 6   8/5/2008 at 15:01 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
First Water Test,,,

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You know the machine should be pumping water after about 20 seconds into the fill, so I opened and latched the door and pressed in the safety to discover the water trickling in. So I tipped her back and took off the fill line and just as I suspected...Plugged Sediment Strainer

Post# 294837 , Reply# 7   8/5/2008 at 15:02 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Pretty Clean Under

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Original Motor,No signs of rust anywhere underneath

Post# 294838 , Reply# 8   8/5/2008 at 15:03 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Detailing Starts Right Away

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Third Soaking of the Wood Top with Greased Lightening.

Post# 294840 , Reply# 9   8/5/2008 at 15:08 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
I drove up to Hull, Ma.

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The woman wouldn't take more than $20 Bucks, she said you might not like the way it cleans dishes.She also said "You really need to prewash everything."
Now come Boys and Girls...We know the power these machines have. After I cleaned the line strainer and fired her up ..."Holy Crap" this machine will take the rust of a trailer hitch. She runs Perfect.


Post# 294841 , Reply# 10   8/5/2008 at 15:08 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
More Pics

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After she's all Gussied Up.

Post# 294842 , Reply# 11   8/5/2008 at 15:10 (5,714 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Oh yeah

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Model # is KDR 67.

Post# 294857 , Reply# 12   8/5/2008 at 16:02 (5,714 days old) by peterh770 (Marietta, GA)        

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Puuuurty! Congrats!

Post# 294916 , Reply# 13   8/5/2008 at 20:21 (5,713 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA)        

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Quote - "this machine will take the rust of a trailer hitch." LOL!

These portable KA's are just growing on me - thanks for sharing (and saving it!).

Ben


Post# 294917 , Reply# 14   8/5/2008 at 20:21 (5,713 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)        
You are really bad!

Ed, I should let my wife see the collection you have! She would stop hounding me about my obsession with K/A'S!
My collection pales in comparison to yours.

If you had posted this yesterday, I would have gotten you a whole load of spare parts. Passed a KDI-16 today and would have grabbed the pump for you. That was in good shape..actually the machine was but the racks were totally trashed. even had the wood panel trim kit. Damn! I knew I should have gone back!
Maybe it will still be there during the week and I will detour to check.
Got the washarm which was in great shape!
Machine looks great, man.. and one thing.. that is the hot air duct in the back..not an overflow.. I know he just got excited!


Post# 294921 , Reply# 15   8/5/2008 at 20:39 (5,713 days old) by roto204 (Tucson, AZ)        
Nice!!

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Roger has this exact machine and it's amazing the way it washes. You'll love it!

Congratulations on the great find!


Post# 294929 , Reply# 16   8/5/2008 at 21:01 (5,713 days old) by appnut (TX)        

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Nate, I was gonna say the same thing. Roger has the same model. Somewhere around here is a couple of pictures of me and BobLoading at the 2006 or 2007 Tuscon gathering. Mind you, it's all DISHES and glasses, no bowls or other such things. Bowls, pans, and such got resserved for the KD18 in Roger's kitchen, ya know, the one with MULTIPLE wash arms, one under each rack!!!, where I don't have to think about where I'm gonna put stuff, just shove it in on that 18.

Post# 294931 , Reply# 17   8/5/2008 at 21:06 (5,713 days old) by re563 (Fort Worth, Texas)        
OMG NATE!!!

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Can I just tell you how jealous I am of you!!!!! Next to a topload, this is the next best thing!!!--CONGRANTS!!! Us her in good health and I hope she give you years, and years, and years, of joy

Post# 294932 , Reply# 18   8/5/2008 at 21:08 (5,713 days old) by appnut (TX)        

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Eddie, beautiful KA specimen. I hope Superba doesn't get jealous!!

Post# 294952 , Reply# 19   8/5/2008 at 21:59 (5,713 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Thanks Guys.

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It's a funny thing. I've got nick names for all my machines except one. There is Kaydee (KD2-P)...Maydee (for 70 GE Mobile Maid,KenWhirl 2004, The Busted 56 Mobile Maid which that A--H--e sent me back the busted motor,La Regina, and The KDS 18 which I just refer to the Superba, because I think it the best cleaning machine. I sit here at the keyboard listening to this new machine and DAMN that thing has got some b--ls. It's amazing how that thing is just cleaning like this woman I bought from has not heard this machine perform in years.
Tomorrow New pics of Newly Detailed. Hugs to all you guys ,,,Eddie


Post# 294954 , Reply# 20   8/5/2008 at 22:04 (5,713 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Hey,

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Just finished the cycle and the PreWash cup never opened.
What you think ???Steve Hobart Man ??/ We gotta chat soon. Miss you. Eddie


Post# 295011 , Reply# 21   8/6/2008 at 05:59 (5,713 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)        
Open it up for some exploratory surgery!

Pull off the door panel and make sure the wires to the dispenser haven't rusted off or that the door just isn't stuck.
You will see if there is anything wrong with the mechanism when you have the panel off. Sometimes the doors are forced open and they rotate around the shaft so that the roll pin is out of place. You will see what I mean when you look at it. If you need bimetal heaters, I have them for you
Steve


Post# 295014 , Reply# 22   8/6/2008 at 06:36 (5,713 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Opinions Needed...

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I am sanding the top of the machine today. What is the oil of preference amongst the club ?????? Thanks Eddie.

Post# 295017 , Reply# 23   8/6/2008 at 07:12 (5,713 days old) by rpm ()        

What is the best way to fix rust spots in a dishwashers sump area?

Post# 295042 , Reply# 24   8/6/2008 at 10:08 (5,713 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Detergent Dispensor

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I checked the wires and could see nothing broken.

Post# 295043 , Reply# 25   8/6/2008 at 10:09 (5,713 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Another Shot

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Everything looks OK

Post# 295056 , Reply# 26   8/6/2008 at 10:53 (5,713 days old) by turquoisedude (.)        
Can you open it manually?

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The '89 Maytag in the house in Ogden had a similar issue, but it was due to detergent build up. I was able to flush it out and trip the cup open manually until it went by itself. It was a spring-loaded trigger on it, though. Yours looks like a solenoid is controlling the cup release. THAT is pretty cool if it is!
Worst comes to worst, I guess you could just toss in some detergent at the start of the cycle and the first pre-rinse could become the pre-wash...


Post# 295057 , Reply# 27   8/6/2008 at 10:59 (5,713 days old) by nmaineman36 ()        

Wow does this bring back memories of growing up. My parents had a KDD-67 it was just a basic machine with the porcelain top and 2 push buttons...full cycle and rinse hold button. That machine was a workhorse for 7 people. I used to run it twice a day. One load would be pots and pans and the other would be dishes. Always had to make sure the top rack got water or nothing got clean up there. Especially the glass bottoms. Often times I would find bits of food up there...but good machine overall. That machine lasted about 6 years then I got a Maytag WC302...what a difference. It held more and washed much better...even though it was kinda loud when it was washing. I did like the reverse racking. Once i got used to it it made sense.

Post# 295061 , Reply# 28   8/6/2008 at 11:27 (5,713 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Yes,

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I can open it manually. The mechinism (sp?) is free, locks shut like it should, We'll see...
Here's the top after 7 good soakings with Greased Lightning. I'm on my way to get sandpaper. Any ideas for what oil to use on the top ???????? 30 some odd years of goop.


Post# 295062 , Reply# 29   8/6/2008 at 11:31 (5,713 days old) by volvoguy87 (Cincinnati, OH)        
Clean with Murphy's!

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Greased Lightning is some good stuff, but I also like Murphy's Oil Soap on wood. As for oiling the wood, try lemon oil or tung oil.

Good luck,
Dave


Post# 295112 , Reply# 30   8/6/2008 at 14:53 (5,713 days old) by retro-man (- boston,ma)        
Oil for your top

I have a butcher block in my kitchen that was my mothers and she always used mineral oil on it. I have sanded it and used that on it also. Still looks as good as it did 40 years ago. You can pick up a small bottle at most drug stores.
Jon


Post# 295170 , Reply# 31   8/6/2008 at 19:36 (5,712 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Just running Dinner Dishes

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The Prewash Opened on her own. Hmmmmmmmmmm. Maybe I jiggled a wire or something. man, does that machine sound like Brand New. The Dishwasher Gods must be with me.

Post# 295171 , Reply# 32   8/6/2008 at 19:46 (5,712 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Question...

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KDR 67 Does that mean the machine was made in 1967 ????

Post# 295183 , Reply# 33   8/6/2008 at 20:50 (5,712 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)        
Dates and doors!

The machine was built sometime bewteen 08-72 and 08-76.

The detergent door may have been slightly stuck and you may have loosened whatever it was that was causing it to bind, but also, the bi metals work by the motor amperage being pulled thru them to activate them. If there is too little water, the pump would draw less amperage and thus less heat would build up to bend the bimetal and release the door. This being a portable and you living in a multiple dwelling, is it possible that somneone was using the water at the time causing a short fill condition? Then today you got a full charge of water and it worked fine!
Just one suggestion for what happened!

Also, it looks like they used the 15 series pump bottom and the 16/17 series pump top with that style strainer but there is no water feed to the top for the constant rinse sprayer.
Does your machine have the constant rinse on it? Might explain why nmaineman had the "yibbles" on top of his glasses.
But I am sure it still washes like crazy!



Post# 295184 , Reply# 34   8/6/2008 at 20:54 (5,712 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)        
Crusher update!

Ed, I went back to the place where the Imperial 16 was waiting for its demise today and it was gone! SO! the search will continue for spares for you. With the economy worsening, there are alot more guys traveling around picking up this kind of scrap metal before the sanitation guys get there. I cannot even get to my favorite appliance place before them to scout for possibilities lately.

And now the Lowes by me have signs posted that the machines are not free for the taking but are "property of Lowes" for removal by a specific appliance company. I have seen these appliance guys..another pair of guys with a trailer attached to an Aerostar grabbing the(white)goods!


Post# 295188 , Reply# 35   8/6/2008 at 21:08 (5,712 days old) by nmaineman36 ()        

The KDD-67 did not have the overhead constant rinse. I dont know if the KDR does have it ...I would highly doubt it though. I have seen a KDD 68B that had the middle arm and top arm...i wish i had that machine..it would have made life so much easier. The pump in this dishwasher is very powerful. Very straight forward and simple.What i did love about the machine was when it turned on the pump kicked on and then the water would come in and the machine used to make this whooshing sound that was unique I thought at the time until I heard a Whirlpool PowerClean Dishwasher. The one I had used to run when the wash cycle started before the water was in it. My Miele runs without water then adds it and will stop and add more if needed. But no where near as loud.

Post# 295224 , Reply# 36   8/7/2008 at 03:15 (5,712 days old) by toploader55 (Massachusetts Sand Bar, Cape Cod)        
Dates,Doors,and Noise

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Thanks everyone doe writing back.
The water pressure is very good here in the house. We have a 3/4 in feed. You can have the washer,dishwasher, lawn sprinkler on and still take a shower with plenty of pressure.But you know starting from the KD2 and now the Regency, these are true "dishwashers. I change all my prep habits when I am using these machines. I love them very much and enjoy using them, but I miss BobLoading them. I use all plates, saucers and anything flat for my prep for dinner, that way if there is any room in the upper rack for a pot or skillet I can get that in.
With that said, there is no Constant Rinse.
Mike , you are right about the noise when it's filling with water. The machine is very noisey when it is about 1/2 to3/4 of the way through the fill cycle, but once that last bit of water gets there it is actually pretty quiet for a machine of that era.
We'll see if the dispensor opens on it's own tonight.
Mike if you ever are down on the Cape it would be nice to meet you. And if I'm ever heading up that way I'll give you a shout too. Be well Everyone, Eddie


Post# 295238 , Reply# 37   8/7/2008 at 07:31 (5,712 days old) by mihi ()        
this is one awesome dishwasher.

just one fantastic machine. Very good find.


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