How to Fix a Dishwasher that Doesn't Clean - Secret Dishwasher Hacks (Part 1 of 2)

Dishwasher not cleaning properly? Watch these Secret Dishwasher Hacks and I'll show you how I fix a dishwasher that’s not cleaning right. We took our gopro inside a dishwasher so you can see Merv's easy, universal steps to make your life easier and your dishes cleaner!
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DISCLAIMER: These videos show you how I do things in order to keep Helen off my back. I'm not telling you to do these things. I cannot guarantee this information will be used correctly by the viewer, nor am I suggesting it should be. Before attempting similar procedures, conduct extensive research and decide for yourself what the best, safest methods are. Merv's Service Secrets accepts no liability for any personal injury or property damage incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Merv's Service Secrets recommends safe practices and proper protection when working on projects requiring the use of tools and dangerous substances. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user. This video and all Merv's Service Secrets videos are for entertainment and informational purposes only. Always consult a professional or team of professionals for proper advice prior to attempting any do-it-yourself project, including repairs, recipes and installs that have been posted by Merv's Service Secrets and others. This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, we may receive a small commission, but that doesn't affect the price you pay. This helps support the channel and allows Demille to continue to make more videos like this and perhaps even save up enough money for a tripod. Thank you for the support!
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Merv's narration style is so smooth and easy-going, with no verbal hiccups or awkward expressions. And he's amusing, yet.

[@culleng6695]

Merv after doing all this in part 1 my poor dishwasher still didn’t spray and clean even though I found several nasty buildups. Your part two was such a life saver. My kitchenaid washer needed a new circulation pump/motor at the end of the day. 50 bucks on Amazon. Slapped it together. She works. I am my wife’s hero. Thanks Merv for the entertainment,education and confidence to do it.

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I already fixed my dishwasher, it’s running perfectly; however, I watched this video anyways just to listen to the voice! 😂👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Helen! 💕👌🏼

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I honestly never thought that I could possibly enjoy learning how to disassemble and clean my dishwasher as much as I just have! This is a super informative, helpful and entertaining video! Thank you for taking the time to make it!

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In the upset of our dishwasher not working properly my wife and I watched this. Not sure if it’s going to solve our problems, but definitely had us laughing and feeling happier. Great video, great voice, great humour. I’ve subscribed for more of this! Thank you 😊

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By far the best of a long string of, "how to fix a dishwasher" videos I've been watching today.

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Dishwasher marathon! Now that's what I call binge watching.

[@sandrabehnam7907]

Followed your instructions to a tee and my dishwasher is working! IT WAS filling but not spraying water over my dishes. I had clogged paddles which took me a while to unclog. And the basket that was so hard to remove was almost completely clogged. The sound of my dishwasher humming along is music to my ears! Only cost me my time and it was worth every penny. Thank you so much Merv. You made it easy and enjoyable.

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Wonderful!

[@tchaho]

Single mom here.. You are absolutely classic! I enjoyed your video immensely. I am learning as much as I can. So, that I can spend my money on stuff I enjoyed rather than household repairs. Thank goodness for good hearted people like you, who are willing to help others.

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That's awesome! So glad to be of service! But remember ... Shhhh! Don't tell anybody. These are our special secrets!

[@KitKat-wt6ed]

I am a single mum, no man around here so when things don't work, I have to do it myself and I am absolutely useless when it comes to these kind of things. But I am happy to report that you taught me how to fix my dishwasher and saved me the expense of a new one. Thank you so much.

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That makes it all worth while. So glad to hear you had success. Welcome to the Mervolution!

[@dawnl.7945]

this really was a true joy to watch and also explains to me why the repairman wants to charge $75 just to look at our dishwasher. Those abdominal crunches and contortions over the dishwasher hilarious 😂

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[@rickytorres9089]

Not only the actual "servicing" of that but you also need to consider insurances for things like what they did with accidentally breaking that one plastic retainer. "fun fact" a new rack can easily be as much as getting a brand new machine so "yay"?

[@orionmec]

Merv, fantastic! Informative and very fun to watch. Thank you 😊!

[@markbaker5366]

Thank you very much.. for the first time I was able to see what inside that machine.... made me lmgaing how my grandma used do the dishes with their hand and soups..

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I have to say I didn't expect to be so entertained by a dishwasher repair video.

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You had me at “Hay Frens”. I never want to watch another man touch an appliance in my life. Jesus sure took his time with you; even made you bilingual. Speaking woman is technically impossible for men without supreme intervention. I too am excited about cleaning, fixing, breaking then fixing, whatever you feel necessary to share. Absolute pleasure watching your hands & reading your cap while listening to you & Helen save the planet, one spring-loaded washer at a time. Y’all have secured the coveted time slot after Dateline every Friday nite, so keep the videos coming! New sub👍🏽

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[@Denver_____]

I just bought a house and the old owner said the dishwasher was broken for years. Almost same model as in the vid. I recorded the inside with my phone and nothing was moving and no water coming out. I did the exact same thing as in this video. I thought this was BS but I did it anyway. And then I recorded and it stared working perfectly. Thanks Merv!

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I couldn't help but smile while watching this video. Besides your voice I love how simple and almost fun you made it look even though dishwasher repair is hardly that, now I'm almost looking forward to fixing mine... Hope to see more videos from you, subscribed after first minute of watching. Fantastic!!

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Works like a charm!

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Thanks 👍

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Same, I'm even looking for other videos he has for things to fix around my house.

[@Hexxdump]

Thanks Merv!!! This video may have been the most useful 9 minutes and 48 seconds of 2023 so far!!! I knew something was wrong with my dishwasher because it had minimal water flow, not even enough pressure to spin the wash arms, so I was thinking I needed to replace it, but I followed your instructions and took everything apart (my dishwasher was a bit different but it was still just as easy as you made it look) and I found a mesh filter by the grinder that was all clogged up. Once I took that out and cleaned it, and reassembled everything, it was working good as new again.

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Great job!

[@blinddog1212]

Thank you! Great video. I found all sorts of scummy goodies "underneath". Cleaned every bit out and am doing a hot water cycle w/ baking soda/later vinegar to hopefully dislodge any last bits in there. Thanks for making the whole experience so accessible and, dare I say, fun!

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Great job!

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holy shit.. this is by far the best do-it-yourself around the home video i've ever seen... can't wait to watch your other videos!

[@purpleguitar14]

Thank you so much for this video" I didn't think I could enjoy and laugh while fixing a dishwasher! haha I'm 26 and never thought I could do this simply by myself!!! I just followed your steps and now I'm praying for it to work! thanks!

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Liked & subscribed! Thanks for making a boring topic watchable!

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Very informative and entertaining, and I am especially glad you spared no expense with the animation that really helped! thanks again and cheers!

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What a voice. I could watch him all day solving appliance problems. Thanks Merv 👍😊

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She also told me I don't pay attention to her or something like that. I don't know. I wasn't really listening.

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It felt so real and just before church of course

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Loved this and learned a lot. 😊 thanks

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I am saving this for future use when my youngest son comes to visit. I can follow this myself but the bending takes my breathe away. I am impressed you speak woman!

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I came here to figure out why my dishwasher wasn’t working instead I figured out what was going on and I got a good laugh

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I wash about to spend a bunch of money for a new dishwasher when I ran across this amazing video. My whirlpool is doing exactly what you described at the beginning. I will follow everything here and see what happens. Will report back. Thank you for making the best dishwasher repair video on the net

[@jmullens31]

Unfortunately this didn't fix my dishwasher. I think it needs a new inlet valve. Gonna try that as soon as my part gets here

[@mariolakaminska1327]

I’m hand washing my dishes and laughing to myself while watching this 😂. My dishwasher is suffering from the same exact problem 😅

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Dude heck of a step by step post. I could not subscribe quick enough, thanks for all you do . My dishwasher is brand new and with you I hope to keep just that way awesome vids big guy.

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This was hilarious and informative! Thank you for everything you do!

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Any time!

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I don't even need to fix my dishwasher, I just want to watch this video for the third time, because it's making me WANT to work on my dishwasher, and it's so funny.

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Now that's what I call a real FAN!!!

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Thanks for this amazing video!!!

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Thank you for the step by step. Now to see if I can do this. Will let you know

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Follow all safety precautions and be sure to report back so the rest of our followers can learn from your experience. You might find smarter ways than what I did for our machine! Thanks for watching. -Merv Himself.

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Just stumbled on this...laughed out load a few times. Love the narration/content, very informative and funny. Liked subbed cause it was awesome! You rock Merv, all the best, cheers...

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Awesome, thank you!

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Man, mine is a little different, but the general idea is the same. As I was taking stuff apart, I found that grate on top of the sump was clogged to hell. So, I cleaned that off and stopped there, just to see if that was the problem. It sounds like it is working right now. You rock dude!

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Hilarious! and extremely helpful. Thank you Merv.

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As an engineer, you're welcome for the discount ab exercise! 5min in and I appreciate your video already and your approach. I'll be on the look out for the rest of your videos.

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Simply the best how-to video i've ever seen!

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My new favorite fixin coach.👍🏽

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Just cleaned the showerblades, they were dirty! and the draining and pumping thing wasn't even properly plugged in. letting it run now and will soon see if it worked, thanks for your instructions! :)

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Did Morgan Freeman just tell me how to disassemble and clean my perfectly washing and running dishwasher? Yes he did!

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No it was Clint Eastwood

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I thought it was more Sam Elliot

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Southern Morgan Freeman **

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Did it work ?

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I had to subscribe to your vids, Merv. I look forward to watching more. Thank you, bud!

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Thank you for such an entertaining video on something that could’ve been extremely boring you are the best

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Glad you enjoyed

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You are the best Merv!!!!

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YES Sir, I'm bewitched by your voice & great explanation too. Thumbs up!!!

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Wow! I''ve never bewitched anybody before, but that sure boosts my ego! Thanks so much! -Merv Himself

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Love the video. Thanks

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Thank you sir! Back up and running like a champ!

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You bet!

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Wow, this is my 1st video of him. I love em. Good solid information. 101 style. Thank you sir

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Glad you liked it!

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Great job Merv, I hope your channel blows up brother. Keep making content

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Hey Merv, I'll give it a try and let you know. You are not only cool, but fun to watch!

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Let us know how it goes for sure!

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Awesome video man, loved every moment!

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Glad to hear it!

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Hilarious and funny way to learn to fix a dishwasher..love it🤣🤣

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Great information. Great video. You made what seemed complex very easy. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!!!!

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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I was researching to buy a dishwasher and found your video! I think I can do this with your help? Thanks sir!

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hahaha this was great. Laughing while learning has always helped me. Thank you for the video! Had some major Tim the Tool Man vibes.

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Glad it helped!

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This is so hilarious. But super helpful. I love it.

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You made an otherwise unfortunate event into a fun experience. Thank you!

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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Great video. Funny and useful, my favourite combo 👍

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[@dcook3003]

Merv - thanks for the tips. I got clean dishes now!

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Great!

[@RellPurnellakaCarshowRell]

You helped me fix mine. I couldn’t take out the bottom floor pan though but thoroughly cleaned everything. Now it sprays water properly.

[@MervsServiceSecrets]

That bottom floor pan -- the coarse filter they call it -- comes out if you remove other parts. But nonetheless, it sounds like mission accomplished. Congrats!

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M watching but yeah.. The Voice is something worth listening to, whether I shall b able to fix or not.. As long as I heard the voice!.. Kikiii

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Best how to video I've ever seen!

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Love your accent and sense of humor informative and enjoyable!

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You was a great help for me, thank you !!!

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Glad to hear that!

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What a great tutorial! I appreciate you. We should have a beer sometime …

[@moonspice2888]

Wow. Watched the whole thing... No dishwasher issues either. 👍🏻

[@nancyorkeithm1518]

Thank u!!! I will attempt this today!

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Have the Ben Gay on standby.

[@nancyorkeithm1518]

Merv's Service Secrets LOL your tips worked! Thank you. Only I forgot to put back in one of the spinning arms but that was my bad. :) I watched your video no less than 5 times but I eventually proclaimed announced victory to my husband. Loved the video even more bc you made me laugh thx :)

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@@nancyorkeithm1518 Congrats Nancy! And welcome to the Mervolution! We need more DIY warriors like you.

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Great job

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Merv you are AWESOME!

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Thanks so much. And we've got some really awesome viewers too! Welcome aboard!

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Truly enjoyed the humor and the high dollar graphics LOL. Great information and you made it fun watch.

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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great job love it

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Much obliged. Please be sure to like, subscribe and turn on them notifications!

[@mikepayne1851]

Please keep up the good work This is very informative I fix my dishwasher my mom's and my sisters dishwasher thanks to you God bless

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You are so welcome

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Videos are helpful and enjoy the comedy inserted in the dialogue. I finally seen video that was entertaining along with the helpful repair info 👍

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Awesome, thank you!

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When he does the voice over it sounds like the dukes of hazards love it,

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Thanks Merv!

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You bet!

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You have the sweetest voice and you’ve actually made me laugh a few times not sure that I can do all that you’re recommending but I’ll try.

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Be safe!

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Awesome video thanks

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You bet

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I love this video. I subscribed within a minute. 2:50 had me laughing. Demmell you getting this?' yeah. Over here? no. How bout here? yeah no.

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Well explained for my female ears. Usually lose interest but understood. Love your accent and humour. Thanks

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Glad to help! -Merv Himself

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You are hilarious and Thank you for the video!

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Your voice is excellent for a commercial!!! Great editing and sound!,,

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Thank you, Merv

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You're very welcome

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Thanks Merv