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Dishwasher Not Cleaning or Draining? Pump Filter W11680074 — Fix Drainage & Wash Failure Fast
If your Whirlpool dishwasher is leaving food residue on dishes, draining slowly, or standing water is pooling at the bottom of the tub, the pump filter is the most common cause. In most Whirlpool-built dishwashers, this is caused by a failed or clogged pump filter assembly. When it fails, debris bypasses the filter and recirculates through the wash system — coating dishes, straining the pump motor, and eventually causing complete drainage failure. ⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-built dishwashers across Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, and Jenn-Air brands. Part W11680074 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores full filtration, protects the wash pump, and gets your dishwasher cleaning and draining properly again.
❓ Is This the Right Part?
This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:
- ✔ QUALIFIER 1 — dishwasher powers on and runs a full cycle
- ✔ QUALIFIER 2 — spray arms and door latch function normally
- ✔ QUALIFIER 3 — water supply and inlet valve confirmed OK
- ✔ ONLY problem is poor cleaning performance, slow drainage, or standing water after cycle
Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.
🔧 Common Symptoms
- Dishes coming out dirty, gritty, or with food residue after a full cycle
- Standing water at the bottom of the dishwasher tub after the cycle ends
- Dishwasher draining slowly or not draining at all
- Grinding or humming noise from the pump area during wash or drain
- Cloudy film or gritty residue on glassware and dishes
- Foul odour from inside the tub — trapped debris decomposing in the filter
- Error codes F8 E4 or F9 E1 on display
✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.
✔ In most cases, replacing this pump filter restores normal wash and drain operation immediately.
📦 Part Details
- Part Number: W11680074
- Type: Dishwasher Pump Filter / Coarse Filter Assembly — OEM Genuine Whirlpool
- Replaces: WPW10872845, W10872845, W11032770
- Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Amana, Jenn-Air
⚠️ Recommended While Repairing:
While the filter is out, inspect the fine mesh cylindrical filter that pairs with this coarse filter — both components work as a system and wear at the same rate. Replacing both at the same time eliminates a second service call and fully restores wash performance. Ask us about the matching fine filter for your model.
While the filter is out, inspect the fine mesh cylindrical filter that pairs with this coarse filter — both components work as a system and wear at the same rate. Replacing both at the same time eliminates a second service call and fully restores wash performance. Ask us about the matching fine filter for your model.
⚙️ Installation
Skill Level: Easy — 10 to 15 minutes. No tools required. Disconnect power before servicing. Remove the lower rack, twist out the cylindrical fine filter counter-clockwise, then lift out the flat coarse filter (W11680074) from the housing. Drop in the new filter, seat it flat, reinstall the fine filter clockwise until locked, replace the rack, and run a short rinse cycle to confirm drainage.
✓ Compatible Models
Confirmed compatible with WDT730PAHB, WDT750SAHZ, WDT970SAHZ, WDF520PADM, WDF540PADM, WDTA50SAHZ, MDB8959SKZ, MDB8989SHZ, KDTE254ESS, KDTE334GPS, KDTM354DSS, ADB1400AGS, ADB1700ADS, JDB9000CWP, JDB9200CWS plus additional Whirlpool-platform models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.
🔗 Model-Specific Parts Pages
Whirlpool WDT730PAHB Parts | Whirlpool Dishwasher Won't Drain — Repair Guide | Whirlpool Dishwasher Won't Wash — Repair Guide
💡 Pro Tip
Replace Both Filters Together:
The W11680074 coarse filter and the fine mesh cylindrical filter are a matched pair — they protect each other and the pump motor as a system. If one is clogged or cracked, the other has been working overtime. Replacing both at the same time costs less than a second service visit and gives you a full reset on wash performance. Ask us about the fine filter for your specific model before you close up the machine.
The W11680074 coarse filter and the fine mesh cylindrical filter are a matched pair — they protect each other and the pump motor as a system. If one is clogged or cracked, the other has been working overtime. Replacing both at the same time costs less than a second service visit and gives you a full reset on wash performance. Ask us about the fine filter for your specific model before you close up the machine.
✅Compatibility & Cross Reference
Not sure about your model number? Call 1-877-899-7278 and we’ll help you confirm. All brand names are the property of their respective owners and are used for compatibility reference only.
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