Test #9: Heater Element - Whirlpool Cabrio WTW8500DW Technical Education

TESTING
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
HEATER ELEMENT
L1
MAIN BOARD
BK
J12-1
L1 - HEATER RELAY
6-16 Whirlpool 2014 CABRIO
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For Service Technician Use Only
BK
J5-1
Direct Drive Washer
®

TEST #9: Heater Element

(on some models)
Perform the following checks to ensure the heater is
functioning properly.
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Remove the heater terminal plastic cover.
3. Check the connection to the water heater element.
4. Check the resistance of the heater element. If the heater
is open (infinite), replace the heater element and reinstall
the heater terminal plastic cover.
5. Visually inspect that the connector on the main control
(J5) that plugs into the lower harness is installed correctly
(see wiring diagram, page 6-4).
¾ If visual check passes, go to step 7.
¾ If visual check fails, reconnect cable.
6. If connections are correct, replace the main control.
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HEATER ELEMENT
Figure 1
MAIN BOARD
J5-2
N - HEATER RELAY
N
W
J12-3