{"product_id":"wpw10077881-dishwasher-rinse-aid-cap-2pack","title":"WPW10077881 Dishwasher Rinse Aid Cap - For Whirlpool KitchenAid Dishwashers - 2 Pack","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWPW10077881 \/ W10077881 Dishwasher Rinse Aid Dispenser Cap\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Temperature Structural Polymer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured from a specialized, heat-stabilized plastic designed to withstand the intense thermal cycling of \"Sani-Rinse\" and \"Heated Dry\" cycles without warping or becoming brittle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated EPDM Rubber Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a high-performance internal rubber gasket that creates an airtight and watertight seal, preventing rinse aid from leaking into the tub prematurely or water from diluting the reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Twist-Lock Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered with a standardized locking tab system that provides a secure, friction-lock fit with the dispenser housing, ensuring the cap remains seated during high-pressure wash cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Surface Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with deep circular notches along the perimeter, making it easy to twist open or close even when your hands are wet or soapy during kitchen cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAP6014865\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePS11748135\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEAP11748135\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eW10077881\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e1388848\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eERP11748135\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dispenser cap is the standard replacement for the rinse aid reservoir of most Whirlpool-manufactured dishwashers produced after 2008. Key compatible brands include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhirlpool \u0026amp; Maytag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits hundreds of WDT, WDF, and MDB series models (e.g., WDT720PADM, MDB4949SHZ).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchenAid \u0026amp; Jenn-Air:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with various KDTM, KDTE, and JDT series high-end units (e.g., KDTE104ESS, KUDC10FXSS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKenmore (665 Series):\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits many 665-prefix \"Elite\" and standard dishwashers (e.g., 665.13263K311, 665.1573291).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmana \u0026amp; Estate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit for dozens of ADB and DU series models utilizing the WPW10077881 style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cap is specifically for the \u003cstrong\u003eRinse Aid Reservoir\u003c\/strong\u003e located on the inner door panel. It is not for the detergent door latch or the bottom sump filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse Aid Leaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e You see blue or clear liquid streaks running down the inner door panel after closing the door, indicating the gasket has flattened or cracked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCap Won't Stay Locked:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plastic tabs on the underside of the cap have snapped or worn down, causing the cap to pop out during the wash cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCloudy Glassware:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the cap is loose, the rinse aid may be washed away too early in the cycle, leading to spots, film, and poor drying results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible Heat Damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cap looks yellowed, brittle, or deformed after years of exposure to the dishwasher's heating element.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMissing Cap:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original cap was lost or accidentally discarded, leaving the reservoir open to water dilution and contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Tools Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a simple \"twist and lock\" replacement. Ensure the dishwasher is off and the inner door panel is dry before starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean the Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before installing the new cap, use a damp cloth to wipe away any old rinse aid residue or mineral scale from the threads of the dispenser housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the Gasket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the black rubber gasket is seated flat against the underside of the new cap. If the gasket is twisted, the reservoir will leak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Quarter-Turn\" Lock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Insert the cap into the opening and turn it clockwise until it stops. It should feel snug and flush with the dispenser housing. Do not over-tighten, as the plastic tabs can snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefill and Test:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the ideal time to top off your rinse aid. After refilling, lock the cap and run a quick rinse cycle to ensure there is no leakage from the reservoir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueStarsParts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45336296227005,"sku":"AZ00221590","price":20.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2576\/7548\/files\/AZ00221590_1_34f444ad-967a-4708-a060-4569b7cd46e1.jpg?v=1762246961","url":"https:\/\/bluestarsparts.com\/products\/wpw10077881-dishwasher-rinse-aid-cap-2pack","provider":"BlueStars Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}