Heat Element Removal - Haier GE GDF510P M4 Series Service Manual

Heat Element Removal

The heater may be removed by one of two
methods. The first method requires door and
sump removal to gain access to the element nuts.
The second method requires the dishwasher be
removed from its installation.
Element Removal Without Uninstalling the
Dishwasher
1. Disconnect power to the dishwasher.
2. Remove the lower rack.
3. Remove the door (see Door Removal under
Door in the Tub and Structure section of this
service guide).
4. Remove the sump assembly (see Sump
Module Removal, under Sump Module in
the Tub and Structure section of this service
guide).
5. Disconnect the two wire leads to the heater.
6. Remove the two 15/16-inch heater nuts.
7. Remove the heater from inside the
dishwasher.
Element Removal by Uninstalling the
Dishwasher
1. Disconnect power to the dishwasher.
2. Remove the lower rack.
3. Remove the door (see Door Removal under
Door in the Tub and Structure section of this
service guide).
4. Remove the dishwasher from its installed
position and place on its back.
WARNING: If the door is not removed and the
dishwasher is not placed on its back, there is a
TIP RISK.
5. Disconnect the two wire leads to the heater.
6. Remove the two 15/16-inch heater nuts.
7. Remove the heater from inside the
dishwasher.
When reinstalling the element, the ground bracket
must be in place and the heater nut with the
ground clip must be installed on the left side (as
viewed from the front or right side if viewed from
the rear).
NOTE: When replacing the
heat element, always clean
and dry the tub surrounding
the ports in tub.
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