{"product_id":"8194001-dishwasher-door-balance-link-kit-8270020-door-spring","title":"8194001 \u0026 8270020 Dishwasher Door Balance Link Kit \u0026 Door Spring for Kenmore Whirlpool KitchenAid Dishwashers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e8194001 \u0026amp; 8270020 Dishwasher Door Balance Link Kit \u0026amp; Spring Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Balance Restoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes both the heavy-duty nylon balance cords (links) and the industrial-grade tension springs needed to fully restore the smooth, balanced opening and closing of your dishwasher door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced Nylon Pulleys:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8194001 link kit is constructed with high-tensile, fray-resistant nylon rope and reinforced plastic mounts to withstand the constant friction and weight of heavy, stainless steel doors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Tension Steel Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8270020 springs are manufactured from tempered steel, engineered to maintain consistent tension over thousands of cycles without stretching or losing their pull strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents Door Drops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the danger of a heavy dishwasher door slamming down onto your legs or the floor, protecting both your appliance and your family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Side Replacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is highly recommended to replace these components on both the left and right sides simultaneously to ensure even tension and prevent the door from twisting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor Link Kit (8194001):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAP3775412, PS972325, 8194001VP, 1059756, 8270018, 8270021, 8270022, 8524474, 8535568, W10158291\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor Spring (8270020):\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWP8270020, AP6012319, PS11745526, EAP11745526, 830967\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis balance link and spring kit is a direct replacement for standard dishwashers from the following brands:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhirlpool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchenAid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKenmore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaytag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJenn-Air\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrosley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor Drops Suddenly:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the door falls open rapidly with no resistance as soon as you unlatch it, the nylon ropes have likely snapped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Door Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The door feels excessively heavy to lift and close, indicating the tension springs have stretched out or broken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible Fraying:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you pull the dishwasher out and notice the white nylon cords are frayed, \"hairy,\" or thinning, they are about to break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoor Opens Unevenly:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the door seems crooked or twisted when opening, one side's cord or spring has failed while the other is still intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turn off the power to the dishwasher at the breaker and shut off the water supply before sliding the unit out from under the counter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulling the Unit Out:\u003c\/strong\u003e You will need to remove the lower kickplate and unscrew the top mounting brackets securing the dishwasher to the underside of the counter. Pull the unit out a few inches to access the springs and pulleys on the sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoute the Rope Correctly:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePRO TIP:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pay close attention to how the old rope is routed through the pulley wheel. The new rope must seat perfectly inside the groove of the plastic wheel to prevent immediate fraying and friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Pliers for Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8270020 springs are under high tension. Use a sturdy pair of needle-nose pliers or vice grips to stretch and hook the spring into the metal frame safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Pulley Wheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e While installing the new cords, inspect the plastic pulley wheels on the dishwasher frame. 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