The filter in a Whirlpool Quiet Partner II is an essential element in the machine’s workings. It keeps the food bits and other debris from re-depositing on the dishes.
This ensures that the now recently cleaned dishes don’t get dirty again. However, due to the purpose it serves, the filter can get clogged over time.
Gradually, it can get seriously caked with debris; thus, it needs to be cleaned to maintain its functionality. In this article, we will go over addressing that exact issue.
We will also review replacing the filter in the Whirlpool Quiet Partner II. This is required if the component is severely compromised.
How To Clean The Whirlpool Quiet Partner II Filter?
These are the steps to clean the Whirlpool quiet partner II dishwasher filter.
1. Accessing The Filter
Firstly, you must detach the lower dish rack to access the filter on your dishwasher.
Look for the recessed button towards the top part of the door. Use it to open the door and expose the filter assembly.
You’ll find the assembly consisting of a top and a bottom part. Remove the top half by rotating it counterclockwise for half a turn and pulling it out.
2. Cleaning The Filter
The filter can either be cleaned using a brush or a sponge. The former is advisable for a more thorough cleaning.
First, run the filter under clean water to eliminate debris such as soil and lint. This is the first round of cleaning.
Next, grab a soft toothbrush and some liquid soap. Using these two, gently scrub the filter to remove hard deposits, such as calcium particles of hard water.
Steer clear of hard materials, such as a wire brush, which may damage the filter.
After cleaning, detach the filter’s screen. Get warm water in a bowl and soak it in for a few minutes.
Check the dishwasher for any debris accumulation. Clean it gently with a cloth towel.
3. Putting The Assembly Back Together
Reattach the top and bottom parts of the filter and place the assembly back into its place.
Before doing that, however, ensure there are no leaks in the machine. Do this by running the dishwasher for a round without putting the filter back in.
Once confirmed there are no leaks, proceed to put everything back together.
The filter is an essential part of the machine and gradually traps debris and impurities.
To ensure the smooth function of the dishwasher, it must be cleaned at least once a month.
Where Is The Filter In The Whirlpool Quiet Partner II?
The filter is on the tub floor at the bottom of the dishwasher.
Let’s examine how to access the filter in your Whirlpool Quiet Partner II dishwasher.
The first step is to remove the lower rack of the dishwasher. To do this, pull it out and expose the tub floor.
The filter will be at one of two places – either near the corners of the tub or the bottom spray arm’s base.
Once you’ve exposed the tub floor, you can find the filter assembly on the bottom.
This filter assembly can be of two types.
It can be a tube identical to a regular water filter; this is the more common assembly, especially in newer dishwashers.
Alternatively, it may look like a collection of holes covering a filter. This looks similar to a grid and is common in older machines.
The first type is usually the one that requires manual cleaning, as newer machines aren’t self-cleaning.
Once you’ve spotted the filter assembly, it’s time to get it out. This can be done by rotating it and gently pulling it out.
You’ll discover it to be a contraption of a lower and an upper part. These two can be separated by turning them counterclockwise for a quarter of a circle.
Always look for any arrows or directions printed on the filter to do things correctly.
Now that the filter is separated, you may proceed to clean it.
How to replace the filter in the Whirlpool Quiet Partner II?
Here are the steps to replace the filter on the Whirlpool Quiet Partner II dishwasher.
There are two parts of a spare filter – the lower and the upper part. First, we need to secure the former.
Place the lower part into the slot on the tub floor of the dishwasher. Place it carefully under the tab.
Next, place the upper part into the lower part and gently turn it clockwise. Do this until you feel it locked into its place.
As a rule of thumb, if the upper part of the filter keeps rotating, it’s not secure.
Check the filter assembly to ensure everything is locked. The direction arrows need not line up as long as the assembly is secured in its place.
Now, you’re free to use your dishwasher.
Final Remarks
These are the steps for cleaning your Whirlpool Quiet Partner II filter.
- Locate and access the filter.
- Remove the filter and clean it using a soft brush, not a hard one.
- Soak the filter in warm water for a few minutes after cleaning it.
- Check for any debris accumulation at the filter’s slot in the dishwasher.
- Clean it properly if you find any dirt or food bits.
- Run the machine without the filter for a cycle to look for leaks, if any.
- Reattach both bits of the filter and put them back into their place.
- Rerun the machine to see if it’s working correctly.
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