Samsung DD47-00004A Dishwasher Heating Element OEM Part

Remove and replace the heater element. I tested the heater element first to be sure it was causing the error code. Articles on the internet describe several ways to test the heater element. I chose the direct method which required putting dishwasher on its back and removing the bottom tray to gain access to the heater element. The repair is straight forward once you have access as the heater element is secured by one bolt. The difficulty comes with removing the dishwasher, gaining access to the heater element and working in a confined area. No special tools are necessary. I used a phillips head screw driver, needle nose pliers and a 10mm socket. If you have to disconnect your water supply line, I suggest replacing it rather than trying to reuse it. This will reduce the chance of leaks when everything is reconnected.

Replace the heater and is working good

This fix required disconnecting the power, turning off the water, and removing the drain hose and taking the entire bottom off and removing the interior center section. I can't think of another repair that would require so much work to get to the broken part. The end result proved the labor was not in vain. The dishwasher is working like a new unit.