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Overheating Component / Electrical Fault
Burning or electrical smell during or after a dishwasher cycle.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Overheating heater element, Melted wiring at heater or pumps, Failing motor windings, Loose electrical connection at junction box
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Immediately turn off power at the breaker and do not use the dishwasher until the source is identified.
- Inspect junction box: Remove the lower kick panel and check the junction box for burned wires or melted insulation. Repair any damaged wiring and secure connections.
- Check heater area: Inspect around the heater terminals and wiring for signs of overheating or melting.
- Inspect pumps and wiring: Pull the dishwasher out and examine the circulation and drain pumps and their wiring for burn marks or melted plastic.
- Do not operate until repaired: Replace any damaged components (heater, wiring harness, pumps). If the source cannot be clearly identified, contact a qualified technician.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Heater Wiring Harness
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