Hisense
Electrical Short / Overcurrent
Dishwasher trips the circuit breaker during or shortly after starting a 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
Shorted Hisense heater element, Water leak onto wiring or motor, Shorted circulation or drain pump, Damaged power cord or terminal block
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Turn off power and water and investigate before further use.
- 1. Visual inspection: Remove the lower kick plate and inspect the wiring, pumps, and heater area for signs of burning, melted insulation, or water leaks.
- 2. Check heater: Disconnect the Hisense heater terminals and test for continuity to ground with a multimeter. Any continuity to chassis indicates a shorted heater that must be replaced.
- 3. Inspect pumps: Test the circulation and drain pump windings for shorts to ground. Replace any pump that fails.
- 4. Dry any leaks: If water is present in the base, locate and repair the leak before further testing.
- 5. Professional service: If you are not comfortable with electrical testing, contact a qualified technician to avoid shock or fire hazards.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
Hisense Dishwasher Heater Assembly
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