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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 heating element, Shorted circulation or drain pump, Damaged wiring harness, Water intrusion into electrical components
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker. Turn off power and water and investigate the cause.
- Inspect for water leaks: Remove the kick plate and check for water in the base pan or around electrical components. Repair any leaks before proceeding.
- Test heater: Disconnect the heating element and test for continuity to ground. Replace if shorted.
- Test pumps: Disconnect the circulation pump and drain pump and test for shorts to ground. Replace any shorted motors.
- Check wiring: Inspect the harness for melted insulation or pinched wires, especially where it passes through metal panels. Repair or replace as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Heating Element
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