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Wondering what would have caused the dishwasher fuse to blow. Just wondering if there is something else I should look into that may have caused this and keep from happening again. Thanks in advance
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Here are your parts Replacement parts for WHIRLPOOL DU915PWPQ0 UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER | AppliancePartsPros.comUsually it is just the fuse Item 4 in Section 1 which is why it now includes a wiring harness. Although this is a thermal fuse it can also blow due to too much current. So if there was a machine cause it could be overheating or a component pulling too much current. The current draw is easiest checked with a clamp/clip on amp meter. Most DIYer's do not have one so they replace the fuse and hope for the best. I would check for any signs of overheating or wiring problems. |
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It's been my experience that the fuse blows due to water temperature too low.
The control may sometimes heat the water at a bad time, like during motor start up. Raising the temperature of the inlet water and cleaning the tub with a 1/2 gallon of vinegar helps.
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:) Thanks! Originally Posted by: denman  Here are your parts Replacement parts for WHIRLPOOL DU915PWPQ0 UNDERCOUNTER DISHWASHER | AppliancePartsPros.comUsually it is just the fuse Item 4 in Section 1 which is why it now includes a wiring harness. Although this is a thermal fuse it can also blow due to too much current. So if there was a machine cause it could be overheating or a component pulling too much current. The current draw is easiest checked with a clamp/clip on amp meter. Most DIYer's do not have one so they replace the fuse and hope for the best. I would check for any signs of overheating or wiring problems.
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Thanks for the info. :) Originally Posted by: richappy It's been my experience that the fuse blows due to water temperature too low.
The control may sometimes heat the water at a bad time, like during motor start up. Raising the temperature of the inlet water and cleaning the tub with a 1/2 gallon of vinegar helps.
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Let us know if that fixes it, they recommend 130 degrees for the inlet water.
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