Dishwasher - How to replace the control panel (1)
Issue
How to replace the dishwasher control panel
Applies to:
- Dishwashers
Resolution
Always refer to the safety information in your product's user manual before carrying out any repair or maintenance work. https://www.electrolux.com/support/user-manuals/
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Before any repair or maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY
Always take care when moving appliances. For heavy appliances it's safest for two persons to move it. Always use safety gloves and safety footwear. Wear safety gloves at all times to protect from cuts from sharp edges.
WARNING! RISK OF EYE INJURY
Wear safety glasses if you perform maintenance or repair work involving springs.
WARNING! RISK OF PINCHING
Wear safety gloves if you perform maintenance or repair work involving belts.
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD
Small parts not for children under 3 years. Keep all small parts and packaging out of reach of children.
Only adults should use or install the product.
Before any maintenance operation, turn off the water supply to the appliance. Always drain all the water from the appliance. Any maintenance should be done with the appliance standing upright. Residual water could damage the electronics if the appliance is laid on any of its sides.
Make sure to use the product only for its designated purpose and verify that it is a compatible part for the intended product.
Do not use or install the product if damaged.
Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences if not done properly and might void the warranty. Possessing the necessary know-how is essential.
HOW TO REPLACE CONTROL PANEL
1. Open the dishwasher door.
2. (NOTE: Use only hand tools for this and don't overtighten during reinstallation, otherwise you'll break the screw lugs on the control panel.)
3. Unscrew the screws at the top of the inside door panel. Depending on the model there are 5 or 6 screws connecting the control panel to the door
4. Gently pull down the control panel away from the door to expose the inside of the control panel.
5. Slide away and remove the knob-flange assembly paying attention not to damage the components.
6. Unscrew the two screws of the circuit board. Using a flat blade screwdriver, gently prise open the four clips on either side of the circuit board to release the circuit board from the control board.
7. Gently unplug the wiring connectors (NOTE: Be careful not to damage the wiring connectors).
8. Carefully disconnect the wiring connectors for the push button (NOTE: Take care not to harm the wiring connectors). Depending on the model, some push buttons might have additional connectors.
9. Release the push button mechanism by carefully opening the catches on both sides to release the mechanism from the control panel.
10. Carefully use a small flat blade screwdriver to lever out the catch on the push button shaft from the push button mechanism and remove the push button and mechanism. (NOTE: Be careful not to damage the push button mechanism.
11. When putting it together, do the steps backwards like.