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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenAid Dishwasher Control Board Replacement #8051136
KitchenAid Dishwasher Control Board Replacement #8051136
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$152.55Estimated Savings
$112.5001:58
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the control board on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reasons for replacing the control board are when the dishwasher buttons don’t work, the dispenser doesn’t work, or the dishwasher won’t start.
All of the information for this dishwasher control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Kenmore
Tools needed: Torx screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information for this dishwasher control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Kenmore
Tools needed: Torx screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you begin, be sure to turn off the power supply to your dishwasher.
2
With the power off, your first step is to remove the screws securing the control panel and pull the panel off.
3
Pull the moisture shield out of the way and squeeze the tabs to disconnect the ribbon wire.
4
Now disconnect the rinse aid sensor wire if applicable and set the control panel aside.
5
Remove the mounting screws to release the old control board.
6
Install the new control board by positioning and securing with the mounting screws.
7
Now transfer the wires from the old board to the new one.
8
Use a small flathead screwdriver to help transfer the thermal fuse.
9
Reconnect the rinse aid sensor wire if necessary and the ribbon wire.
10
Move the moisture shield back into place.
11
Carefully align the control panel and secure it with the screws.
12
You’re now ready to restore power to your dishwasher to make sure it’s functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the control board on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reasons for replacing the control board are when the dishwasher buttons don’t work, the dispenser doesn’t work, or the dishwasher won’t start.
All of the information for this dishwasher control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Kenmore
Tools needed: Torx screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information for this dishwasher control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Kenmore
Tools needed: Torx screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you begin, be sure to turn off the power supply to your dishwasher.
2
With the power off, your first step is to remove the screws securing the control panel and pull the panel off.
3
Pull the moisture shield out of the way and squeeze the tabs to disconnect the ribbon wire.
4
Now disconnect the rinse aid sensor wire if applicable and set the control panel aside.
5
Remove the mounting screws to release the old control board.
6
Install the new control board by positioning and securing with the mounting screws.
7
Now transfer the wires from the old board to the new one.
8
Use a small flathead screwdriver to help transfer the thermal fuse.
9
Reconnect the rinse aid sensor wire if necessary and the ribbon wire.
10
Move the moisture shield back into place.
11
Carefully align the control panel and secure it with the screws.
12
You’re now ready to restore power to your dishwasher to make sure it’s functioning properly.
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