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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Dishwasher Outer Door Panel Replacement #WPW10629473
Whirlpool Dishwasher Outer Door Panel Replacement #WPW10629473
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Total Parts Cost
$191.49Estimated Savings
$112.5004:00
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the outer door panel on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the panel is if it is damaged.
All of the information in this panel replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit, flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this panel replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit, flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the outer door panel on your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
2
Open the dishwasher door and use a t-15 torx bit to unthread all of the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
3
Separate the panels and rotate the control board housing retaining latch out of the way.
4
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to gently pry back the mounting brackets to release the control board housing.
5
To reduce strain on the control board wires, use a wire tie to secure the housing to the inner door panel.
6
Lift off the outer door panel.
7
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to help detach the retaining clips holding the handle and the control panel to the door panel.
8
Release the tabs so you can fully remove the control panel.
9
Prepare the new outer door panel for installation by transferring the insulation from the old panel to the new one.
10
Be sure to bend the retaining tabs in to secure the insulation.
11
Now align the control panel assembly on the new outer door panel and snap it into position.
12
Secure it with the two retaining clips.
13
Set the outer door panel on the hinges.
14
Snap the control board housing into place on the outer door panel and rotate the retaining latch down.
15
Join the inner and outer door panels together and rethread all of the screws to secure.
16
With the repair completed turn the power back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the outer door panel on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the panel is if it is damaged.
All of the information in this panel replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit, flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this panel replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit, flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the outer door panel on your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
2
Open the dishwasher door and use a t-15 torx bit to unthread all of the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
3
Separate the panels and rotate the control board housing retaining latch out of the way.
4
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to gently pry back the mounting brackets to release the control board housing.
5
To reduce strain on the control board wires, use a wire tie to secure the housing to the inner door panel.
6
Lift off the outer door panel.
7
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to help detach the retaining clips holding the handle and the control panel to the door panel.
8
Release the tabs so you can fully remove the control panel.
9
Prepare the new outer door panel for installation by transferring the insulation from the old panel to the new one.
10
Be sure to bend the retaining tabs in to secure the insulation.
11
Now align the control panel assembly on the new outer door panel and snap it into position.
12
Secure it with the two retaining clips.
13
Set the outer door panel on the hinges.
14
Snap the control board housing into place on the outer door panel and rotate the retaining latch down.
15
Join the inner and outer door panels together and rethread all of the screws to secure.
16
With the repair completed turn the power back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
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