Tappan Dishwasher Screws, Nuts, Washers

This washer heater assembly heats and maintains wash water temperature to improve detergent performance and cleaning for temperature-sensitive cycles. Designed as a direct replacement part for compatible top- and front-load machines. What it does:

• Heats incoming water to reach selected cycle temperatures for better soil removal.
• Helps maintain water temperature during the wash portion of the cycle.
• Common symptom: washer runs but water stays cold or loads are not cleaned as expected.
• Common symptom: water temperature error codes or washer fails temperature-sensitive cycles.

• Disconnect power and water supply before starting any repair.
• Handle the heating element and wiring with care; avoid damage to terminals and gasket surfaces.
• Installation may require removal of access panels and basic hand tools.
• After installation, restore power and run a short test cycle to check for leaks.

This screw fastens the heater bracket to the appliance, providing a secure mount for the heating assembly. Replacing a worn or missing screw helps keep the bracket stable and maintains proper heater positioning. What it does:

• Secures the heater bracket to the cabinet or housing to hold the heating element in place
• Prevents bracket movement that can cause rubbing or vibration noises
• Reduces risk of intermittent heating caused by a loose heater assembly
• Helps maintain correct alignment of the heater and related components

• Disconnect power (and gas for gas models) before beginning any repair
• Use the correct screwdriver or driver bit to avoid stripping the head
• Handle sharp sheet-metal edges carefully and follow all appliance safety instructions