This heater cover mounts over the dishwasher's heating element at the bottom of the tub. It shields the element and helps direct wash water, protecting dishes and the tub floor from direct contact with the heater. What it does:
- Covers and protects the exposed heating element at the tub base
- Helps channel water flow around the element during the cycle
- Replace if the cover is cracked, warped/melted, or missing
- Can help prevent utensils or items from snagging near the heater area
What's included:
Install notes:
- Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
- Remove the lower rack and, if needed, the lower spray arm and filters to access the heater area
- Release retaining tabs or screws, remove the old cover, and seat the new cover evenly
- Ensure the cover locks securely and the spray arm spins freely before restoring service
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Heat shield was cracked noticed this when i replaced the igniter that did fix my issue Charles K. • Blaine , WA • March 22, 2018
Pulled off the oven door.
removed the oven bottom
4 screw hold the heat shield in place. Removed it and replaced with the new one.
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