Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairSamsung Dishwasher Vent Actuator #DD6600057A

Samsung Dishwasher Vent Actuator #DD6600057A

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the vent actuator on a Samsung dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing the vent actuator is the dishes not drying properly.

All of the information for this vent actuator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung

Tools needed: T-20 Torx bit screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, needle nose pliers

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the vent actuator in your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
2
Use a t-20 torx bit screwdriver to remove the screws securing the inner door panel to the outer panel.
3
Avoid fully removing the door latch mounting screws.
4
Carefully separate the two door panels.
5
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screw to release the vent cover.
6
Use needle-nose pliers to rotate the grill counter-clockwise to remove.
7
Next, disconnect the vent actuator wire harness.
8
Use a short phillips-head screwdriver to remove the actuator mounting screws.
9
Pull the old actuator out.
10
You’re now ready to install the new vent actuator.
11
Align the diaphragm then insert the actuator plunger firmly into the diaphragm.
12
Replace the screws to secure the actuator to the duct.
13
Connect the wire harness.
14
Replace the grill and rotate clockwise to secure.
15
Realign the vent cover and secure it with the screw.
16
Join the inner and outer door panels together.
17
Tighten the door latch mounting screws.
18
Replace the remainder of the screws to secure the two panels.
19
With the repair completed turn the power supply back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the vent actuator on a Samsung dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing the vent actuator is the dishes not drying properly.

All of the information for this vent actuator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung

Tools needed: T-20 Torx bit screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, needle nose pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the vent actuator in your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
2
Use a t-20 torx bit screwdriver to remove the screws securing the inner door panel to the outer panel.
3
Avoid fully removing the door latch mounting screws.
4
Carefully separate the two door panels.
5
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screw to release the vent cover.
6
Use needle-nose pliers to rotate the grill counter-clockwise to remove.
7
Next, disconnect the vent actuator wire harness.
8
Use a short phillips-head screwdriver to remove the actuator mounting screws.
9
Pull the old actuator out.
10
You’re now ready to install the new vent actuator.
11
Align the diaphragm then insert the actuator plunger firmly into the diaphragm.
12
Replace the screws to secure the actuator to the duct.
13
Connect the wire harness.
14
Replace the grill and rotate clockwise to secure.
15
Realign the vent cover and secure it with the screw.
16
Join the inner and outer door panels together.
17
Tighten the door latch mounting screws.
18
Replace the remainder of the screws to secure the two panels.
19
With the repair completed turn the power supply back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Actuator
Actuator
$127.51
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$9.80
Total$0.00

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