Hobart KitchenAid Superba KDS 16 motor?

[SuperbaLover]

Hello! We moved into a home that has a wonderful KitchenAid Superba by Hobart dishwasher from 1969, I believe. After 13 years of our using it, it seems the motor has gone kaput. Is there any way to locate the part number and/or a source for NOS/refurbished parts? I love this dishwasher and do not want to replace it!

 

[combo52]

The motor for this dishwasher is the same motor that was used on the KD 15 through 17 series machines, you should be able to find a good used one if needed.

What happened to yours? They very seldom fail.

John L

 

[SuperbaLover]

To be honest, I'm not sure! The dishes weren't getting clean, and it didn't seem as though water was circulating. Plumber said that he thought it might be the solenoid, then referred us to the appliance repair folks. I pulled out the 98-page service manual prior to the visit. That guy came, examined the spray arms, etc., for clogs, then determined it was a problem with the motor, and that a replacement, if available anywhere (such as on eBay) would be $450, but if we did manage to get a replacement, they wouldn't install a part they hadn't sourced themselves. Sad, because I love this machine.