Hotpoint Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser

The compartment that holds the detergent and rinse aid and releases them at the right point in the cycle.

DifficultyModerate

Typical time30 to 60 minutes

ToolsScrewdrivers (Torx may be needed)

Safety. Unplug the dishwasher and turn the water off before you start. Keep towels and a tray ready for trapped water.

Signs it has failed

Detergent left in the tray after the wash
The cover does not open or does not latch
Rinse aid not being released
A cracked or warped dispenser

Check before you buy

Check the spray arm is not blocking the cover from opening
Check the latch and spring for damage
Clean old detergent from the mechanism

What replacing it fixes: if the signs above match your dishwasher and the checks point to this part, fitting a new one should clear those faults. If the symptoms continue, the cause is elsewhere (a control board, a sensor or a blocked vent or hose).

How to replace it

Unplug the dishwasher and open the door
Remove the inner door panel as the manual shows
Unclip or unscrew the dispenser and disconnect its wiring
Fit the new dispenser and reconnect
Refit the panel and run a test cycle

Guide steps are typical for this type of part. Layouts differ between models, so follow your own manual where it differs.

Getting the right part

Dispensers differ by shape, release type and connector. Match the part number or your model number.

Check your model number first. It is on the rating plate — usually inside the door frame, on the back or side panel, or inside the appliance. Parts that look identical often differ by model, so match the number to the listing before you order.