How to replace the door handle on a dishwasher

If the door handle on your dishwasher becomes loose, it's easy to fix it back on. This video shows how to tighten or replace the door handle on a dishwasher.

What you'll need: Replacement door handle

Video Transcript: How to replace the door handle on a dishwasher

IMPORTANT: BEFORE REPLACING A PART IN ANY ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT THE APPLIANCE IS FIRST UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS

If the handle on your dishwasher is loose, you'll need to tighten the screws that fix it on.

To get to the screws, you'll need to dismantle the dishwasher door

Open the door fully and remove the screws from round the edge - remember to put them somewhere safe so you can replace them later

*Be very careful to keep hold of the door as you unscrew to make sure it doesn't fall away*

Carefully place the front of the door down.

*Be careful of any sharp edges especially around the inside section of the door.*

You'll have to disconnect some of the wires to get easy access to the components.

Take a photo of the location of the wires so you know where to replace them later.

One of the screws is just on the inside of the door, and the other one is behind the control box, so you'll need to remove it by carefully pulling it out from it's clips.

Make sure the two screws are fully tightened, and then replace the control box making sure it's clipped into place.

The dishwasher handle should now fit properly.

To fit the door back together, first plug the wires back in making sure they're replaced in the correct formation.

Carefully push the two halves of the door back together and rest them back down, holding them together so the inner section doesn't pop back up.

Replace the screws around the edges and screw them back on tightly.

BuySpares Top Tip:

To prevent injury from sharp edges consider wearing work gloves.

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* All information provided is a guide only. BuySpares accepts no liability for any problems occurred while attempting any advice shown. If in any doubt contact a qualified repair service.