[HowardH4064]

Originally Posted by gpernot

I had the same problem. The THERMAL fuse died a few cycles after I replaced the electronic control unit. I realized that a thermal fuse in that area will pop when the local temp is too high...
What can make that happen?
I found that the gasket on the drying vent was worn and during the hot rincing or drying phase steam was injected in the contol panel...
I changed the gasket and the dishwaher is now running fine.

I dont know specifics, but when I bought the new fuse with the wiring kit, I replaced both. I have had no issues with the dishwasher since. You may be on to something with the temperature, but I know the loose wiring had alot to do with my problems. Hope this was helpful.

[sarcastic tech]

I dont know specifics, but when I bought the new fuse with the wiring kit, I replaced both. I have had no issues with the dishwasher since. You may be on to something with the temperature, but I know the loose wiring had alot to do with my problems. Hope this was helpful.

Howard you are right on track. That kit was designed because when the element cycles on (tward the end of the cycle) along with the loose connection at the fuse, the amperage draw was enough to blow the fuse. Once the connections are loose and you replace JUST the fuse, we end up going back the following week at the latest. I know, Ive seen me do it.

[gpernot]

I fully agree with you. In my case however, the fuse only poped after I changed the control board, the fuse had not been touched. This is the reason I looked for a secondary cause.
Wether it is o not is after all not important: it is now working and my limited knoledge of electronics has tought me one thing: If it works don' ask why!!!!!!