DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the fan motor assembly on Frigidaire dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the fan motor is the dishes not drying fully.
All of the information in this fan motor assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire
Tools used: 5/8 inch wrench, phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the fan motor assembly in your dishwasher, you will need to uninstall the appliance. To do this, turn off the power to your dishwasher
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Shut off the water supply valve.
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Use a 5/8th inch wrench to unthread the water supply line fitting from the shut-off valve – be prepared for some water to spill.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws to release the lower access panel.
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Unthread the screws securing the inner access panel.
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Lift up the panel to detach.
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Remove the nut and bolt securing the grounding wire to fully remove the panel.
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Next, unthread the screw securing the junction box cover. Then pull the cover off.
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Note the location of the wires then untwist the wire nuts to disconnect the wires.
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Unthread the strain relief nut and detach the strain relief from the junction box.
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Next, disconnect the drain hose from the sink drain or garbage disposer and feed it through the cabinet.
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Open the dishwasher door and remove the mounting bracket screws.
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To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the front legs to lower the appliance.
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Now, very carefully pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
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Tip the dishwasher back so it rests on its rear panel.
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Detach the fan motor wires from the retaining clips and disconnect the wire connecter.
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Use a flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs to release the fan motor assembly from the base.
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Rotate the assembly clockwise to release it from the air duct.
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Install the new fan motor assembly by aligning it on the air duct and rotating counter-clockwise to lock it into place.
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Now align the assembly on the base and lift it up to lock the retaining tabs into place.
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Connect the wire connecter and secure the wires behind the retaining clips.
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Return the dishwasher to its upright position.
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Make sure the water supply line and drain hose are accessible through the cabinet wall then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
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Adjust the leveling legs if necessary.
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Replace the screws to secure the mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
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Feed the drain hose through the cabinet and connect it to the sink drain or disposer.
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Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
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Fully position the wire strain relief in the junction box and secure the strain relief nut.
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Connect the wires using the wire nuts.
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Align the cover and replace the screw to secure.
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Secure the grounding wire to the inner access panel with the nut and bolt.
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Set the panel in place and rethread the screws to secure.
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Realign the outer access panel and secure it with the screws.
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Feed the water supply line through the cabinet and reattach it to the shut-off valve.
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With the repair completed turn the water supply back on as well as the power and your dishwasher should be ready for use.