Hong Kim November 14, 2019 whirpool uses plastic nuts. my new heating element does not fit in. Can i use any mental nuts to install the heating element into my dishwahser?
1 Answer A model number would have been more helpful, we haven't encountered this situation, yet and recommend you recheck the element mounting nuts for proper installation, or replace them with the proper appropriate part(s). If you decide to "use any mental nuts to install the heating element" you would want to use a brass nut, washer, and rubber seal to properly mount and seal the element to the tub. You'll also need to "match" the thread of the nut with the threads on the heater element. Thanks, Read More...
Allen June 29, 2019 for Model Number GLD2440REC1 Does the nut come with a rubber washer or does it come with it? Or could it be that the rubber washer is the leaking problem?
1 Answer Hello Allen, I'm sorry but the seal is only available with the heating element 154825001. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter. Read More...
John February 18, 2015 for Model Number PLD4375RFC1 Hello. The heating element stopped working and began leaking. I removed the brass nuts and it appears the hole where the electrical connection goes through the tub is the same size as the brass nut. There is no way for it to tighten and not leak. The hole in the bottom of the tub is almost a 1/2". I don't see anything in the parts diagrams that would help. Please advise.
1 Answer John, When you install the new heating element there are washers on the element that will seal the heating element and keep it from leaking. Read More...
1 Answer Hello Steve, This nut only fits a handful of models, not all models and certainly not other manufacturers' models. Read More...
Mandy August 01, 2014 for Model Number FDB1050REB0 Is there only one brass nut for the heating element?
Mandy July 27, 2014 for Model Number FDB1050REB0 A plastic spoon fell from the top tray and melted to the heating element. After pulling it away we find that it is leaking underneath. Does the heating element have to be replaced or is it the bras nuts. Help please :)
1 Answer Hello Mandy. Check the brass nuts for cracks in them. If they are cracked, they will need to be replaced. Read More...
Jay May 13, 2013 My thermal fuse keeps blowing in spite of changing the heating element. Any idea what could be causing it to blow? Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Jay, The thermal fuse blows because the air in the dryer is getting too hot so you need to be looking for a crimped or clogged exhaust duct. Read More...
John S. February 06, 2013 for Model Number 587-15152400 The nut on the heating element on my dishwasher is split. The electrical connection appebars to be soldered to the heating element. If this is the case can it be removed and resoldered?
1 Answer Hello John. These are not taped. You will pull downward on the connection and it pulls off the heater terminal. Read More...
Erin January 18, 2013 for Model Number FDB2410LDC3 My heater burned out on the dishwasher due to a faulty heating element nut. I'm replacing the heater (AP5628696), the heating element nut (AP3965251) and the heater terminal shield (AP2109194) because they've all been damaged. I also need to replace the terminal end of the wire that connects to the heater underneath the tub. After reading through the other questions posted I saw that you recommended using part AP5642027 as a replacement terminal. These are non-insulated terminals but it appears that the part I am replacing is insulated (it has a white plastic cover). Will this part work or do I need to buy either a different part or an additional insulating piece to go over the terminal? The white terminal insulator was badly burned due to the leak we had and is not useable.
1 Answer Hello Erin. The only other option you have is to order and replace the complete wiring harness 154547101. Read More...
Mike November 28, 2012 for Model Number FDB1050REC0 Hi, I ordered a new heating element nut, 154106202 however I also need to replace the clear plastic tube that goes beneath it. After I replaced the nut the clear plastic tube didnt fit well on it anymore. I ran the dishwasher and it must have leaked through to the connector below and caused it to char and smell burned. What is the part number for the clear plastic tube?
1 Answer Hello Mike, The part number for the heater terminal insulator is 154289801. This is for one. If two are needed, two of these will have to be ordered. Read More...