The Whirlpool WPW10500179 Dishwasher Control Panel serves as one of your KitchenAid dishwashers. This contains all of the buttons, knobs, and displays that you use to interact with the appliance. When you select a wash cycle, modify settings, or check the dishwasher's status, you are connected with this control panel. The panel converts your options into electronic impulses that instruct the dishwasher what to do. This sends information back to you via lights and displays, keeping you updated on the status of the wash cycle and any error codes that may occur. A working control panel is required to operate your dishwasher successfully. If your present panel fails, replacing it with the WPW10500179 allows you to continue using your dishwasher with convenience and control.