Hotpoint dishwasher not drying
Common reasons your Hotpoint dishwasher is not drying
The most common reasons your Hotpoint dishwasher is not drying are a broken heating element, defective electronic control board or a stripped wire connector.
35% of the time it's the
Heating Element27% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board8% of the time it's the
Wire Connector30% of the time it's the
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Hotpoint dishwasher
Heating Element Replacement
Most dishwashers have a heating element at the bottom of the tub that helps dry dishwasher at the end of the cycle. Dishes won’t dry when a dishwasher has a broken heating element. Sometimes you can see cracks or damage on the heating element but damage isn’t always visible. When the heating element isn’t working and appears to be broken, schedule a Sears Home Services Expert to diagnose and repair your dishwasher.
Electronic Control Board Replacement
A dishwasher that is not drying dishes could have a defective electronic control board. The control board sends current to the heating element and fan (if your dishwasher has a fan) to dry the dishes at the end of the cycle. A failed relay or corrupted logic on the circuit board could prevent the control board from sending electrical current to the heating element and/or fan. Determining whether an electronic control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the dishwasher when it is not drying dishes.
Wire Connector Replacement
When your dishwasher is not drying, a stripped wire connector between the electronic control board and heating element could be causing the problem. The electronic control board sends current through the wire harness to the heating element during the drying cycle. No electrical current will reach the heating element when a wire connector between those components is stripped. Also, a stripped wire on the user interface control can prevent you from selecting a heating option correctly. When the dishwasher isn’t drying, have Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the problem.
What to expect when you experience a Hotpoint dishwasher not drying issue
How is the not drying problem fixed?
Correcting most not drying problems usually involves replacing the heating element, electronic control board or wire connector. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher that is not drying
When the dishwasher is not drying it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a dishwasher not drying diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
How Do You Fix a Hotpoint Dishwasher that Isn’t Drying Dishes?
When your Hotpoint dishwasher isn’t drying your dishes. There are several things that could be causing the problem.
Certain dishes like plastic items don’t dry as well as others. Other issues like water temperature and incorrect loading could also affect drying performance.
A broken heating element or a malfunctioning high-limit thermostat could also keep your dishes from drying.
This video will walk you through the whole troubleshooting process and help you get your Hotpoint dishwasher back in good working order.
When you’re unable to find and fix a drying problem in your Hotpoint dishwasher, schedule service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the issue.
Is it easy to replace a heating element in a Hotpoint dishwasher?
Replacing the heating element in a Hotpoint dishwasher is a challenging task for appliance repair DIY’ers, but it is possible with safe advice and direction.
Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker for the dishwasher before attempting this repair on your own.
Follow the basic procedure shown in this safe DIY video to replace the heating element in your Hotpoint dishwasher:
If you’re not completely confident that you can complete this repair on your own, schedule service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to install a new heating element for you.
Hotpoint dishwashers rely on a heating element or vent to remove moisture. If these parts fail, you’ll be towel-drying each cup. Don’t settle for partial automation—check with a dishwasher fix near me. A restored drying system means your dishes end each cycle ready to store.
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Additional possible Hotpoint dishwasher symptoms you may experience
- Hotpoint dishwasher not working
- Hotpoint dishwasher burning smell
- Hotpoint dishwasher won't turn off
- Hotpoint dishwasher leaking
- Hotpoint dishwasher not washing
- Hotpoint dishwasher no water
- Hotpoint dishwasher door not closing
- Hotpoint dishwasher won't drain
- Hotpoint dishwasher not filling
- Hotpoint dishwasher won't start cycle
- Hotpoint dishwasher not starting
- Hotpoint dishwasher not turning on
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