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Model: PDW9700L0011 Brand: GE Age: 1 - 5 years
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jpstyers  
#1 Posted : Saturday, January 8, 2011 7:08:54 AM(UTC)
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My GE profile quietpower 7 has a case of the "Christine". The heater element turns on and doesn't turn off. Yesterday I noticed a burning smell and found some melted plastic ware on the top shelf. I turned it off and left the door open overnight. This morning I checked that it was still turned off and closed the door. As soon as I closed the door the heater element came back on. I've now noticed that in addition to melting my dishes it also melted the lower spray arm.

Any recommendations on repairs?
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denman  
#2 Posted : Sunday, January 9, 2011 3:26:35 AM(UTC)
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Here are your parts
Replacement parts for PDW9700L0011 models | AppliancePartsPros.com

Here is a service manual
31-9137 GE Profile Dishwasher Service Manual - ApplianceDigest.com
You will probably have to join the site but it is a great resource for the appliance DIYer.

It could be the temperature sensor but I doubt it.
It sounds more like the heater relay's contacts on the control board are welded together.

I do not know if the following recall/situation could also cause the heater to run continuously but they do mention a short circuit in a plug. You may want to investigate this further.
Dishwasher Recall list includes GE Profile and Monogram Brands Recalled due to Fire Danger | Best Syndication
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jpstyers  
#3 Posted : Sunday, January 9, 2011 3:41:52 PM(UTC)
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Here are your parts
Replacement parts for PDW9700L0011 models | AppliancePartsPros.com

Here is a service manual
31-9137 GE Profile Dishwasher Service Manual - ApplianceDigest.com
You will probably have to join the site but it is a great resource for the appliance DIYer.

It could be the temperature sensor but I doubt it.
It sounds more like the heater relay's contacts on the control board are welded together.

I do not know if the following recall/situation could also cause the heater to run continuously but they do mention a short circuit in a plug. You may want to investigate this further.
Dishwasher Recall list includes GE Profile and Monogram Brands Recalled due to Fire Danger | Best Syndication

Denman, thanks for your help. The manual helped, after resetting power it stopped overheating. I'll replace the melted spray arm and then keep an eye on it.
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