siemens dishwasher detergent dispenser replacement

[sol]

hi
i want to change the detergent dispenser on my siemens machine
i have taken the door panle off and can see the old dispenser
but there are no screws in sight!
it seems the whole thing is attached by plastic lugs tight under a metal sleeve
shall i just prize open the metal at each plastic tab or is there another method
it just seems that if i do bend the metal open it wont go back into place when i insert the new dispenser and may not seal tight
am i missing something?
i would be grateful for any advice
many thanks
sol

[aqualectric]

Re: siemens dishwasher

Yes, the dispenser is held in by these metal tabs. Use a small screwdriver and gently prise the tabs up to clear the plastic lug on the dispenser body. There are 3 on top and 3 underneath. Take your time – this job is fiddly and the stainless is akin to a razor. 😉
With the old one removed, clean the aperture in the door and lightly lubricate the new dispenser seal with a drop of washing up liquid. Use just a drop!!
Position the dispenser in the aperture (checking it’s the right way up!) and gently but firmly press in until the tabs click home. Take care not to bend the door!! Check all tabs are in place, replace the wiring and reassemble.

Power off, plug out before any work commences. :plug: Safety first!!!

HTH,

Steve.

[Penguin45]

Re: siemens dishwasher

Power off……… Yup, bend the metal tongues out of the way. Bend them back down again before inserting the new unit and you’ll be fine.

Mind the edges of the stainless steel, BTW – you can shave with them.

Regards,
Penguin45.

[Penguin45]

Re: siemens dishwasher detergent dispenser replacement

:waving:

:p45:

[sol]

Re: siemens dishwasher detergent dispenser replacement

thank you guys so much for your quick replies
i will try the finger slicing operation right away 🙂
thanks again
sol

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