Dishwasher - Replace the heating element

Difficulty: Moderate
Estimated time: ± 30 minutes

Want to replace the heating element, but not sure how? With this step-by-step plan, you'll have it fixed in no time!

What do you need?

Always first:

  • Unplug the heater.
  • Turn off the faucet.
  • Tip: When disassembling the old part, take regular pictures, so you can easily see how to reassemble the new part.

Replacing the dishwasher heating element:

1. Remove the protective cover.
The heating element is on the back of your appliance. Turn the dishwasher over. Unscrew the heating element protective cover. 

2. Take out the old heating element.
Disconnect the wiring from the element. Loosen the screws and bolt holding the heating element in place. Remove the heating element from the dishwasher.

3. Install the new heating element.
Place the new heating element in the correct location and retighten the screws and bolt. Reattach the wiring in the same manner.

4. Replace the protective cover.
Screw the protective cap back on. You have replaced the heating element and the appliance is ready to use again!

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