Thread Number: 82653
/ Tag: Vintage Dishwashers
KitchenAid Hobart KDI-21 |
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Post# 1067632   4/16/2020 at 14:43 (1,649 days old) by twiggi (Newnan, GA)   |   | |
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This unit has the solid state LCD display timer. Anyone know if it can be switched to a different timer, or know of anyone with parts lying around? |
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Post# 1067647 , Reply# 1   4/16/2020 at 16:12 (1,649 days old) by stevet (West Melbourne, FL)   |   | |
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Why do you want to switch it to a manual style? What is wrong with the machine? Maybe it is something none too serious. Let us know so we can help you. John L will probably be your best shot on this one. |
Post# 1067671 , Reply# 2   4/16/2020 at 19:38 (1,649 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md)   |   | |
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If you are having control problems with this DW you are probably done unless you can find someone to repair the EC, I remember well when these came out and lots of them did not last long without expensive repairs.
It is possible to switch to a mechanically controlled timer, but you will need a donor KA DW from the 21 series to transfer most of the control panel from as well as the complete wiring harness, it a bit of work but if you are skilled working on major household appliances and such it is doable.
I would only consider switching out the controls if your machine is in excellent early used condition, other wise it will be easier to switch out the entire DW.
John L. |