Customer Questions and Answers for Dishwasher Heating Element by Whirlpool

Gunns, The "clean" light flashing seven times, indicates an issue in the heater circuit. The most common issue is a water temperature that's to low. First thing you'll need to do is "reset" the control board. Then start the dishwasher and allow it to wash for five minutes, then unlatch the door, remove the lower rack and check the water temperature with an accurate thermometer. The water temperature at this point needs to be a minimum of 120 dgrs.F. if not the control can't increase the water temperature to the proper temp. in the allotted time, and the light will blink. If the water temperature is in range, then you will need to check the heater element 8194200 thermostatWP661566 and wiring for "open" circuits. If all checks OK install the heater element kit. Thanks