Check if the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS774514-Whirlpool-8193762-Fuse-Kit.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelID=562411|thermal fuse] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
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Check if the [link|https://www.ifixit.com/products/8193762-whirlpool-dishwasher-thermal-fuse|thermal fuse|new_window=true] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
If it has blown, it needs to be replaced as it is a non resettable type. Search online for ''8193762'' to find suppliers that suit you best.
It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher causing excess current flow through the fuse or if the dishwasher overheats.
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Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS11743423-Whirlpool-WP661566-High-Limit-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6|high limit thermostat] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
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Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [link|https://www.ifixit.com/products/wp661566-whirlpool-dishwasher-thermostat|high limit thermostat|new_window=true] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
Here are the operating specs for the thermostat to disconnect the heater - Opens 77°C–83°C (171°F–181°F). The heater element is 10-30 Ohms
Note: The tech sheet is part # 8535541 but unfortunately I couldn't find a free download online or even one where you had to pay for it, that was in stock by the suppliers.
Check if the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS774514-Whirlpool-8193762-Fuse-Kit.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelID=562411|thermal fuse] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
If it has blown, it needs to be replaced as it is a non resettable type. Search online for ''8193762'' to find suppliers that suit you best.
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It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher i.e. excess current flow through the fuse or if the dishwasher overheats.
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It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher causing excess current flow through the fuse or if the dishwasher overheats.
Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS11743423-Whirlpool-WP661566-High-Limit-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6|high limit thermostat] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
Here are the operating specs for the thermostat to disconnect the heater - Opens 77°C–83°C (171°F–181°F). The heater element is 10-30 Ohms
Note: The tech sheet is part # 8535541 but unfortunately I couldn't find a free download online or even one where you had to pay for it, that was in stock by the suppliers.
Check if the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS774514-Whirlpool-8193762-Fuse-Kit.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelID=562411|thermal fuse] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
If it has blown, it needs to be replaced as it is a non resettable type. Search online for ''8193762'' to find suppliers that suit you best.
-
It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher i.e. excess current flow through the fuse or if it overheats.
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It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher i.e. excess current flow through the fuse or if the dishwasher overheats.
Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS11743423-Whirlpool-WP661566-High-Limit-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6|high limit thermostat] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
Here are the operating specs for the thermostat to disconnect the heater - Opens 77°C–83°C (171°F–181°F). The heater element is 10-30 Ohms
Note: The tech sheet is part # 8535541 but unfortunately I couldn't find a free download online or even one where you had to pay for it, that was in stock by the suppliers.
Check if the [https://www.partselect.com/PS774514-Whirlpool-8193762-Fuse-Kit.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelID=562411|thermal fuse] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
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Check if the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS774514-Whirlpool-8193762-Fuse-Kit.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelID=562411|thermal fuse] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
If it has blown, it needs to be replaced as it is a non resettable type. Search online for ''8193762'' to find suppliers that suit you best.
It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher i.e. excess current flow through the fuse or if it overheats.
-
Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [https://www.partselect.com/PS11743423-Whirlpool-WP661566-High-Limit-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6|high limit thermostat] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
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Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [link|https://www.partselect.com/PS11743423-Whirlpool-WP661566-High-Limit-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6|high limit thermostat] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
Here are the operating specs for the thermostat to disconnect the heater - Opens 77°C–83°C (171°F–181°F). The heater element is 10-30 Ohms
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Note: The tech sheet is part # 8535541 but unfortunately I couldn't find a free download online or even one where you had to pay for it, that was in stock by the suppliers.
Hi @unclecarl43482
Check if the [https://www.partselect.com/PS774514-Whirlpool-8193762-Fuse-Kit.htm?SourceCode=20&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelID=562411|thermal fuse] has blown. (supplier example only to show location of fuse and a video for how to replace it)
If it has blown, it needs to be replaced as it is a non resettable type. Search online for ''8193762'' to find suppliers that suit you best.
It is there as a safety feature to cut power to the dishwasher if there is a short somewhere in the dishwasher i.e. excess current flow through the fuse or if it overheats.
Maybe also check if there's a problem with the [https://www.partselect.com/PS11743423-Whirlpool-WP661566-High-Limit-Thermostat.htm?SourceCode=21&SearchTerm=DU1101XTPQ6&ModelNum=DU1101XTPQ6|high limit thermostat] as this should cut power to the heater during the drying cycle if it gets too hot.
Here are the operating specs for the thermostat to disconnect the heater - Opens 77°C–83°C (171°F–181°F). The heater element is 10-30 Ohms