{"product_id":"8193762-dishwasher-fuse-kit","title":"8193762 Dishwasher Fuse Kit for Kenmore Whirlpool KitchenAid Dishwashers - with Protective Shield \u0026 Zip Ties","description":"\u003ch2\u003e8193762 \/ 8193762VP Dishwasher Thermal Fuse \u0026amp; Shield Restoration Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Thermal Overheat Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered as a high-precision safety cut-off that permanently breaks the electrical circuit if the dishwasher's internal temperatures reach dangerous levels, protecting the control board and your home from fire hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Protective Heat Shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a specialized black plastic shield designed to protect the fuse from localized heat spikes and steam from the vent, preventing \"nuisance\" trips and extending the life of the replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded High-Temp Harness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features pre-crimped, high-temperature wire leads designed to replace original wiring that may have suffered microscopic heat damage or high-resistance oxidation at the terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibration-Resistant Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes heat-resistant zip ties to securely anchor the fuse and shield to the wire harness, ensuring it remains in the optimal sensing position behind the control console.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAP3178588\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS774514\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8269213\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e959376\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8193762VP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAH774514\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEA774514\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eER8193762\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis thermal fuse kit is the standard safety replacement for Whirlpool-manufactured dishwashers produced between 2004 and 2012. Key compatible brands include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhirlpool \u0026amp; Maytag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits hundreds of DU, DP, GU, and MDB series models (e.g., GU2400XTPB, MDBH949AWB).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKenmore (665 Series):\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with various 665-prefix \"Elite\" and standard dishwashers (e.g., 665.1573291, 665.16362).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchenAid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits many KUD, KSRS, and KUDI series units (e.g., KUDI01FKSS, KUDC20CVSS).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmana, Roper, \u0026amp; Estate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct fit for dozens of ADB and DU series models utilizing the 8193762 fuse style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This fuse is typically located at the \u003cstrong\u003eTop of the Inner Door\u003c\/strong\u003e, tucked inside the plastic control console.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Power \/ Dead Console:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dishwasher is plugged in and the breaker is on, but there are no lights on the control panel and the machine will not respond to any buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid-Cycle Shutdown:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dishwasher stops abruptly during a high-heat cycle (like \"Sani-Wash\") and will not turn back on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisible Heat Damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upon opening the console, the plastic fuse housing or the wire connectors look discolored, charred, or melted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuity Test Failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Using a multimeter, the fuse shows \"Open\" (no continuity), indicating it has tripped to protect the control board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmell of Burning Plastic:\u003c\/strong\u003e An early warning sign that the wire terminals are overheating and the fuse is about to fail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety First:\u003c\/strong\u003e You MUST unplug the dishwasher or turn off the circuit breaker. This repair involves working directly with 120V line voltage behind the control console.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the New Harness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not just swap the fuse! You **must** install the new wire leads included in the kit. The original wires often have microscopic heat damage that will cause your new fuse to blow immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttach the Protective Shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the black plastic shield is snapped onto the fuse correctly. This shielding is critical to prevent steam from the vent from causing a premature fuse failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure with Zip Ties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the included zip ties to keep the wires and fuse assembly away from the venting area and the plastic door latch mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInspect the Heater:\u003c\/strong\u003e After replacing the fuse, check the **Heating Element** at the bottom of the tub. 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