What are dishwasher parts?

Any dishwasher can be repaired on its own, without resorting to the help of specialists. This will require tools, measuring equipment and parts. You can buy spare parts for dishwashers in some service centers and in specialized online stores - there are spare parts and assemblies for dishwashers of any brand. And we decided to devote this review to spare parts that you will need to repair equipment.

Main dishwasher parts

To begin with, we will look at the main parts needed for dishwasher repair and restoration. Some of them have a fairly high cost, hitting the pocket of equipment owners.

Engine (circulation pump)

Before us is the most important spare part of any dishwasher. The engine is designed to pump water with detergent through rotating rocker arms. In fact, this is the most common pump equipped with an electric motor. It is he who is responsible for conducting the washing process - the engine takes water from the water collector, it enters the rocker arms, is sprayed onto the dishes, and then falls down to again fall into the filter and into the water collector.

This spare part is one of the most expensive.If the engine fails, the dishwasher will no longer be able to operate. The reasons for its failure can be very different:

• Overvoltage in the supply network;
• Water ingress into bearings through seals;
• Ingress of foreign contaminants directly into the pump.

In order to protect the circulation pump from damage, it is recommended to clean the filter in time with special dishwasher cleaners or change it - a filter failure is the main cause of the breakdown of the circulation pump.

TEN (heating element)

An equally important spare part, without which the dishwasher will not be able to wash the dishes normally. Even the simplest washing is carried out in warm water - its temperature in dishwashers is from +30 degrees. If the detergent mixture is cold, the quality of washing will deteriorate significantly.. In modern dishwashers (PM), both classic heating elements and instantaneous water heaters are installed. Both of them tend to periodically fail, as a result of which an error code starts to be displayed on the control panel.

Management (controllers, control modules)

Old dishwashers were equipped with mechanical control modules. In modern dishwashers, only electronic control is installed. It includes an electronic board with built-in or plug-in indicators and controls (buttons, switches).The category of these spare parts often includes individual timers, switches and modules with displays.

The control module for a dishwasher costs between 1.5-8 thousand rubles, depending on the PM model. In service centers they are most often changed, and repairs are extremely rare - this is due to the fact that the cost of repair work may be comparable to the cost of a new board. Therefore, it is easier to replace than to repair. The replacement process is not difficult, you can do it yourself.

Pump (drain pump)

Reading and analyzing reviews, we can conclude that this is the most fragile part of any dishwasher. When people come to service centers for spare parts, they often ask for pumps. The drain pump may fail for the following reasons:

• Manufacturing defects;
• Increased voltage in the network;
• Increased load on the pump (it is caused by excessively long or high lifted hoses);
• Foreign objects entering the pump.

Drain pumps are rarely repaired - it is easier to change this spare part than to repair it. The breakdown of this node is indicated by a strained hum when it is turned on, an excessively high noise level, or the complete absence of signs of life when power is applied.

Thermostats/pressure switches (and other sensors)

Modern dishwashers are crammed with various sensors. For example, pressure switches (level switches) evaluate the amount of water taken in, and thermostats evaluate the temperature of its heating, giving commands to turn the heater on / off.There are also many other sensors in the PM - they assess the degree of contamination of dishes and its quantity, check the purity of water and perform other functions.

All these dishwasher parts are vital for the operation of appliances, because they ensure the correct execution of programs. For example, they are necessary for the operation of fully automatic modes, which themselves evaluate the amount and degree of contamination of kitchen utensils.

Branch pipes and hoses

Dishwashers are connected to the sewerage and water supply by means of hoses, and inside them there are various pipes, water supply pipes and other connecting elements. Their failure leads to the fact that the PM begins to flow. Repair comes down to replacing these components - you can purchase the necessary parts at service centers or in specialized stores. The main thing is to choose the right parts, and not hope for their compatibility.

Baskets

It may seem to many users that there is nothing special to break here. But in reality this is far from the case.The thing is that the roller holders, the rollers themselves, the plugs of the guide rollers and much more can break here. After all, baskets tend to rust, requiring replacement. Also, owners of dishwashers may need additional baskets for cutlery - this way they are better washed.

Baskets and spare parts for baskets are sold in many service centers and online stores. It sells both finished products that will only have to be installed in a regular place, as well as small parts for repairs - these are rollers, guides, clamps and much more. Naturally, all these parts are practically incompatible with each other, so they are selected by model or brand.

Filling valves

Spare parts for dishwashers sold in online stores and service centers include solenoid valves for water supply. Exactly because of them there are failures in pouring water into dishwashers. The essence of the operation of these modules is as follows - a constant voltage is applied to the valve, it opens, and remains open until the pressure switch (water level switch) gives a command to close the valve (at this moment, the supply voltage is removed from it).

The water supply valves in all dishwashers are different, it is useless to look for analogues and compatible models. When buying these parts, you should definitely make sure that they fit your PM. Otherwise, you will be wasting your money. By the way, despite the simplicity of this node, its cost can reach up to 2-2.5 thousand rubles.

Dispensers

Salt and detergent are poured into each dishwasher without fail, rinse aid is poured (instead of all this, a 3-in-1 tablet can be placed). There are appropriate dispensers for this. Sometimes they fail, ceasing to perform their functions.Repair consists in the purchase of suitable spare parts or in the complete replacement of dispensers.

Other electrical modules and spare parts

Next, we will look at what other parts you may need to repair the dishwasher:

• Door interlocks are electric locks that block loading doors to protect users from splash water and hot steam;
• Bin latches - necessary for the operation of dispensers;
• Switches - provide a complete disconnection of dishwashers from the electrical network (here, "dry" contact groups are used);
• Connecting wires - sometimes they fail and require replacement;
• Locks for door blockers - electromagnetic locks, which are elements of protection.

All these spare parts can be useful to you in a variety of situations - the dishwasher does not show signs of life, does not start programs, does not block the door, does not perform other functions.

Small parts and accessories

We have already said that you can buy dishwasher parts in specialized stores (including online shops), as well as in some service centers that sell spare parts and modules. In addition to the main spare parts, here you can buy various small things:

• Door seals - they are made of soft rubber and provide sealing of the working chamber. Due to natural aging, they often lose their properties;
• Filters - provide filtration of water with a detergent dissolved in it. They rarely fail, but with their functionality they provide engine protection, change the filter if it's broken. For unknown reasons, these spare parts (more related to "consumables") are very expensive;
• Hinged door fasteners - may be required when installing a built-in dishwasher;
• Impellers / rocker arms - sometimes they fail and need to be replaced.

Also on sale are door handles, Aquastop elements, indicators, spare legs and some other spare parts that may be needed when repairing or installing a dishwasher.