KITCHENAID KDTM354DSS Error
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Dishwasher Heating Element
The heating element is responsible for raising water temperature to the 'thermal hold' setpoint required for detergent activation and sanitization. If the element suffers a resistive failure or sheath breach, the control board monitors a stagnant temperature profile and extends the cycle duration indefinitely until a timeout error is triggered. Replacing the element restores the thermal energy input required to satisfy the controller's logic gates.
SKU: W10518394
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5%
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Optical Water Indicator (OWI) Sensor
This component contains the thermistor used to monitor water temperature and turbidity. If the thermistor provides an inaccurate resistance value (drifting high), the control board 'believes' the water is colder than it is or is not heating at all, leading to extended cycle times and eventual error codes regarding heating logic.
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4%
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Electronic Control Board
The control board houses the high-amperage relay that completes the circuit to the heating element. If the relay contacts are pitted or the solder joint has experienced crystalline fatigue (cold joint), power will never reach a functional heating element, resulting in the same 'No Heat/Long Cycle' failure mode.
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Dishwasher Heating Element.
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