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Heating Element
The heating element maintains water temperature
during the wash and rinse cycles and heats the air
during the static dry cycle.
The heater has an approximate resistance value of
21.2
Ω
.
Operation of the heating element can be checked
by using the service test mode. (See
Service Test
Mode
.)
Allow one or two minutes before opening the
dishwasher door and note if heat is present.
To remove the heating element:
Remove the door panel. (See
Door Panel
.)
Remove the bottom rack.
Remove the 2 Phillips head screws, washers,
and the access panel.
1.
2.
3.
Bottom Door Seal
The bottom door seal prevents water leakage.
The seal is fi tted in a pinched metal groove at the
bottom of the dishwasher door.
WARNING:
The pinched metal groove is sharp.
Wear Kevlar gloves when removing or installing the
bottom door seal. Failure to comply may result in
personal injury.
It is necessary to remove the door assembly to
access the bottom door seal. (See
Door Assembly
.)
The seal is pulled out from the pinched metal
groove.
Door Seal
Pinched Metal Groove
Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws and lower
the water valve from the front brace.
Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws and lower
the junction box from the front brace.
4.
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To install the bottom door seal it will be necessary
to open the pinched metal groove. Make sure the
seal is seated properly in the metal groove before
pinching closed. Run your fi nger over the groove to
make sure it is smooth and even for a proper seal.
Water Valve
Junction Box
Front Brace