Frigidaire Dishwasher Drain Pump Assembly (120V 60Hz) (Frigidaire OEM)

Description

Genuine Frigidaire OEM Frigidaire Dishwasher Drain Pump Assembly (120V 60Hz) – Part A00126401

Part Number: A00126401

Replaces: 154736201, 3015405, 5304492415, PS8689824, AP5690431

Always verify compatibility using your appliance model number before ordering.

Frigidaire Dishwasher Drain Pump Assembly (Part # A00126401). Restore efficient water expulsion, quiet operation, and reliable drainage cycles to your kitchen with this Genuine OEM Frigidaire Dishwasher Drain Pump Assembly. Measuring 13.82″ L x 6.38″ W x 3.35″ H and weighing 2.12 lbs, this high-efficiency drain pump motor features a durable plastic housing, internal impeller, green locking collar, and high-density rubber O-ring seal.

Mounted directly into the bottom of the sump housing underneath the tub, this pump activates during the drain phase of the wash cycle. Powered by a 120V motor, the internal impeller spins rapidly to drive dirty wash water out of the sump, through the check valve, and down the drain hose to your sink drain or garbage disposal.

If this part fails, its internal impeller blades can break or jam with debris, electrical windings can burn out, or the rubber O-ring seal can fail. This leads to common performance issues, including standing water remaining in the bottom of the tub after a cycle, the dishwasher refusing to drain, loud grinding or humming noises during the drain phase, or water leaking from the pump housing underneath the appliance.

Quick Info Compatibility: Precision-engineered for modern Frigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore/Sears, Crosley, Kelvinator, Ikea, and White-Westinghouse built-in dishwashers. Advanced Features: 120V 60Hz 35W motor design, pre-seated rubber O-ring gasket, high-impact impeller housing, and standard male spade terminal connections. Fixes Common Issues: Resolves standing water in the bottom of the tub, failure to pump water out/drain, grinding or buzzing sounds during drain cycle, and bottom motor leaks. Difficulty: Intermediate. A standard DIY replacement requiring basic hand tools (1/4″ nut driver, T-20 Torx, pliers), taking approximately 20 to 35 minutes to complete.

💡 Critical Diagnosis & Prevention Tip: Before installing a new drain pump, inspect the drain hose and check valve for foreign blockages! Pro Tip: Hard food soil, broken glass fragments, or small plastic items often bypass the sump filter and jam the drain pump impeller blades or clog the drain line. A jammed impeller prevents the motor from turning, causing it to overheat and hum. Before installing your new pump (A00126401), thoroughly clear any trapped debris from the sump port and verify that the drain hose is free of clogs to prevent damaging the new impeller.

Step-by-Step Replacement Guidelines

1. Preparation: Turn off electrical power to the dishwasher at your home’s main breaker panel for safety, shut off the hot water supply valve, and unhook the drain hose under the sink.

2. Access the Sump Assembly: Remove the lower toe-kick access panels. Unbolt the mounting brackets securing the dishwasher to the cabinet, carefully slide the unit out, and lay it on its back on a protective blanket.

3. Remove the Old Drain Pump: Disconnect the wire harness terminals attached to the drain pump motor. Remove the three T-20 Torx mounting screws securing the pump to the sump housing, and pull the old pump straight out.

4. Clean the Sump Housing: Inspect the internal cavity of the sump where the pump seals. Clean out any lingering dirty water, debris, or old mineral deposits to ensure a clean mating surface.

5. Install the New Drain Pump: Apply a small drop of water or lubricant to the rubber O-ring seal on the new OEM A00126401 pump. Push the pump firmly into the sump housing, secure it with the mounting screws, reconnect the wire terminals, set the appliance upright, reconnect all plumbing/power, and run a test cycle.