KitchenAid Energy Saver V Superba made by Hobart: Part Identification and Availability

[johncoveralls]

Hello all, this is my first post.

I just moved into an old house that came with a KitchenAid Energy Saver V Superba made by Hobart. When we moved in it was disconnected. I decided that before tossing it and replacing it, I would try to restore and see if it worked. I have no experience with dishwashers. First thing I did was restore the connections. When I turned the water on I discovered that a blue plastic part connected to the water inlet valve was cracked and leaking like a sieve. I don't know what this part is called but it seems like it might be an inexpensive part to find and replace. But I can't find one unless I know what the thing is called! I have included some pictures of the part in question and the unit itself.

I am hoping someone can tell me what the part is called and/or where I an find a replacement as well as any tips/advice for this sort of job.

Thanks in advance for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you!

Cheers,
John

 

[bmr6969]

model kds20... it's the water vaule

easy fix and 42.00. Well worth it IMHO

http://www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/b121p9/Kitchenaid-Dishwasher-Water-Inlet-Valve/4171000/3378?modelNumber=KDS-20

 

[johncoveralls]

Thanks for your response and thanks for the link. The valves I'm seeing, however, don't look like the one that's already on the unit. Any idea if they are compatible?

 

[bmr6969]

They are compatible . The old valves used to be a dual valve the new ones are a single valve replacement .