Dishwasher not heating

Common reasons your dishwasher not heating

The most common reasons your dishwasher is not heating are a defective electronic control board, faulty pump and motor assembly or a damaged user interface control.

44% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board

28% of the time it's the
Pump and Motor Assembly

11% of the time it's the
User Interface Control

17% of the time it's the
Something else

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Common dishwasher repair parts you may need

Replacing one of these dishwasher parts may fix your problem.

Electronic Control Board Replacement

If your dishwasher isn't heating up, it might be due to a faulty electronic control board. This board is responsible for sending power to the heating element. If a relay fails or if the board's logic is damaged, it can stop sending power to the heating element. Diagnosing a defective control board can be tricky. It's best to have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert inspect and repair the dishwasher if it's not heating properly.

How to replace a dishwasher electronic control board

Pump and Motor Assembly Replacement

If your dishwasher isn't heating up, it might be due to a faulty pump and motor assembly. When this assembly is not working properly, heated water cannot flow through the spray arms to heat up the dishes during the cycle. As a result, more water remains in the sump, preventing proper heating in the dishwasher. If you notice that your dishes aren't getting clean and the dishwasher isn't heating, it's best to have a Sears Home Services Technician inspect and repair the dishwasher.

How to replace a dishwasher pump and motor assembly

User Interface Control Replacement

If your dishwasher isn't heating, a damaged user interface control might be the culprit. This control is connected to the electronic control board via a wire harness and sends signals to regulate the dishwashing cycle. If the heat selection key on the user interface control is faulty, it can prevent the dishwasher from heating because you won't be able to choose a heat setting for the cycle. To address this issue, it's advisable to have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert come to your home and replace the damaged user interface control.

How to replace a dishwasher user interface control

What to expect when you experience a dishwasher not heating issue

How can I fix the not heating problem?

Fixing most issues with the dishwasher not heating typically requires replacing the electronic control board, pump and motor assembly, or user interface control. However, since there could be various causes, it's crucial to conduct a comprehensive diagnosis to address the problem accurately. Getting an accurate diagnosis is important for understanding the cost of the repair.

Sears Home Services solutions for a dishwasher that is not heating

When your dishwasher isn't heating, it could be due to several reasons. To prevent replacing unnecessary parts, we suggest having a Sears Home Services professional conduct diagnostic tests to pinpoint the exact cause of the issue. Our technicians have extensive experience in diagnosing various dishwasher problems.

What to look out for when facing a dishwasher not heating diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without the right knowledge and training can be tough. If you don't use proper diagnostic techniques, trying to fix your dishwasher might mean randomly replacing parts. Appliances, especially those made in the last decade, have gotten very advanced, with electronic parts that are hard to check. Fixing the latest appliance models on your own is getting harder.

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