Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

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  • April 30, 2007 at 7:59 pm #27025
    smudge450
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    Integral Whirlpool adg957
    Serial number 8542 957 15410

    The dishwasher works ok if using PRE Rinse only.

    Once i select any other programme it blows a fuse after a couple of minutes/
    Does this signify the heating element is on the way out or could it be another fault?

    If it is the element can this be replaced with the dishwasher in situ
    Either way in situ or out can this be done by a very experienced DIYer.
    If so any help or advice appreciated on doing this job.

    Many thanks in anticipation

    April 30, 2007 at 8:09 pm #212320
    Penguin45
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    Consider that there are two simultaneous actions occuring when the heater cuts in. There is the heater itself, and the dispenser usually fires as well. Faulty solenoid could also blow the fuse.

    Dispenser needs to be accessed from inside the door. Heater needs to be accessed from underneath, so yes, it’ll have to come out.

    Test meter to be sure of the diagnosis, power off at all times.

    Regards,
    Penguin45.

    April 30, 2007 at 8:11 pm #212321
    clivejameson
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    smudge450 wrote:
    Does this signify the heating element is on the way out or could it be another fault?

    Heater most likely, the only way to test is to disconnect it and use a meter on it. It should have an earthing resistance of at least 1Mohm (2 better) using a 500v test meter (insulation tester)

    If you need a new heater you could have a look in Shop@…..

    April 30, 2007 at 8:29 pm #212322
    smudge450
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    Thanks for the speedy and helpfull replies.
    I shall get the machine out and test the heater.

    I now have a follow up question if thats ok.
    I know i’m going to have to get the machine on its side to access the element. how the hell do i get my wooden kitchen door off the front?

    Thanks in anticipation again

    April 30, 2007 at 8:35 pm #212323
    clivejameson
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    two of the four side door screws each side (IIRC numbers 2 and 4 counting from the bottom of the door)
    The door should then drop down and off (be careful – it might be heavy 😉 )

    Power off before opening your tool box :zap:

    April 30, 2007 at 9:07 pm #212324
    smudge450
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    Clive
    I’m sorry to labour this point.
    but when i open the door fully the only screws i can see are five phillips screws on each side and they appear to be holding the inner stainless steel panel , the panel with the powder and rinse agent compartment in.
    Are they the ones?
    thanks

    April 30, 2007 at 9:20 pm #212325
    Penguin45
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    Yup, slacken nos 2 + 4 by two turns, the door should slip down and off.

    Penguin45.

    April 30, 2007 at 9:23 pm #212326
    smudge450
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    Re: Whirlpool ADG957/heating element?

    BRILLIANT ,thanks to you both for the advice.
    I’ve no doubt i’ll be back on again soon asking for more,so i wont push it tonight.

    Many thanks again

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