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A — Model WDF520PADM

Whirlpool WDF520PADM

An ENERGY STAR front-control dishwasher with 14 place settings, a 1-Hour Wash, and Sani Rinse.

Series Built-In Dishwasher Type Dishwasher Coverage All 50 US states Response ~24h average
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Whirlpool WDF520PADM Dishwasher — specifications and repair
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B — Specifications

WDF520PADM technical specifications.

An ENERGY STAR front-control dishwasher with 14 place settings, a 1-Hour Wash, and Sani Rinse.
Type Built-in dishwasher
Controls Front
Capacity 14 place settings
Sound 55 dBA
Efficiency ENERGY STAR
C — Key features

What makes WDF520PADM stand out.

  • 1-Hour Wash Cycle
  • Sani Rinse Option
  • AccuSense Soil Sensor
  • Heated Dry

The Whirlpool WDF520PADM is a current front-control dishwasher. It holds 14 place settings and adds a 1-Hour Wash, Sani Rinse, an AccuSense soil sensor, and Heated Dry at 55 dBA.

The codes we see most are F6E1 (low water fill), F8E1 (slow fill), F9E1 (will not drain), F3E1 (thermistor), and F7E1 (wash motor). We clear the filter and drain path and test the inlet valve before fitting a genuine OEM part. See dishwasher repair and our dishwasher error-code guides. For full specifications and model lookup, visit whirlpool.com.

D — Error codes

Dishwasher error codes.

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F9E1

Failed to drain within the time limit.

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F8E1

Filled with some water, but not enough to run the cycle.

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F7E1

Heating element is not drawing the expected current.

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F6E1

No water is entering the tub.

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F6E4

Anti-flood sensor detected water in the base.

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F3E1

Water temperature sensor is reading an open circuit.

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E — Knowledge base

Dishwasher guides & troubleshooting.

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Whirlpool dishwasher repair — professional appliance service INSTALLATION & SETUP
Installation & Setup

How to Install a Whirlpool Dishwasher — Water, Drain, Power

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Whirlpool dishwasher repair — professional appliance service GLOSSARY
Glossary

Whirlpool Dishwasher Error Codes Glossary — What F#E# Means

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Whirlpool dishwasher repair — professional appliance service HOW IT WORKS
How It Works

How a Whirlpool Dishwasher Works — Inside the Wash Cycle

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