DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the internal light assembly on Electrolux dishwashers.
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: Electrolux
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the internal light assembly in your dishwasher,
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You will need to fully uninstall the appliance before you attempt this.
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Be sure to turn off the power to the dishwasher and shut off the water supply valve.
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Using a Phillips head screwdriver, unthread the two mounting screws securing the lower access panel.
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Use channel lock pliers to loosen the elbow fitting securing the water supply line to the inlet valve.
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Fully unthread the elbow fitting.
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Be prepared for some water to spill.
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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 unthread the two screws securing the dishwasher mounting brackets to the cabinet or countertop.
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To move the dishwasher, you may need to adjust the legs.
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To lower the appliance, rotate the front legs clockwise.
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Using the Philips head screwdriver, rotate the rear leg adjusting rod counterclockwise to lower the rear of the dishwasher.
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Now, gently pull the dishwasher away from the cabinet.
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Place a weight on top of the dishwasher to help stabilize it.
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Pull the upper dish rack out and rotate both front stop clips outward to fully remove the rack.
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Lift up the right-side insulation, then reach into the dishwasher to hold the light lens in place as you rotate the light assembly counterclockwise to detach.
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Disconnect the wire connector to fully release the old assembly.
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Prepare the new internal light assembly for installation by detaching the cover.
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Connect the wire connector to the new light and secure the wire in the retaining clip.
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Insert the cover into the side panel from the inside, then align the light housing with the cover and rotate clockwise to lock it into place.
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Reposition the insulation.
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Realign the upper dish rack rollers on the side rails.
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Push the rack in and rotate the front's top clips inward.
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Confirm that the end of the drain hose is accessible through the cabinet wall, then gently slide the dishwasher back into the cabinet.
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Extend the front leveling legs if necessary.
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Rotate the adjusting rod clockwise to extend the rear leg.
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Rethread 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 garbage disposer.
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Make sure the hose is elevated above the connection point.
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Thread the water supply line elbow fitting onto the inlet valve port and tighten.
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Realign the lower access panel and rethread the screws to secure.
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Turn the water supply back on, as well as the power, and your dishwasher should be ready for use.