GDT655SMJ2ES GE dishwasher leaking heating element

[Bucky Plumber]

Model Number

GDT655SMJ2ES

Brand

GE

Age

1-5 years

Hi Jake,

My GE GDT655SMJ2ES dishwasher was randomly turning off mid cycle and eventually not starting at all. I discovered that it was leaking from the heating element on the bottom of the dishwasher. One of the sides was loose.

I pulled the dishwasher out and tightened the plastic heater nut. While using a wrench on this nut it seemed to be skipping threads so I was only able to hand tighten. I reinstalled the dishwasher and ran a cycle with no issues.

My question is should I order and install a new plastic heater nut on the bad side? Is hand tight good enough or will it come loose again if I just leave it as is?

Thanks!

 

[Dan O.]

should I order and install a new plastic heater nut on the bad side?

Probably.

will it come loose again if I just leave it as is?

Very possibly. There is lots of vibration when running that will frequently loosen already loose nuts.

LINK > GDT655SMJ2ES Heater Element Nut


Dan O.

 

[Bucky Plumber]

Thanks Dan. Will replace!