How to Replace a Washing Machine Heating Element
If your machine is not heating, leaves laundry poorly washed on hot programmes, or shows a heater-related fault, the element or temperature sensing circuit may be at fault.
Get a Confirmed Fit spare part
At Spares2Repair, when a spare part is matched to your exact model number we call that Confirmed Fit. Because spare parts can vary across production runs, sizes, and revisions, Confirmed Fit is the safest route to reduce wrong-part orders and buy with more confidence.
Option 1Search by full model numberEnter the full model number in the search box above to reach the most accurate spare-part route for your appliance and check for Confirmed Fit.
Option 2Use Fixit Fox FinderUpload a photo of the rating plate, describe the appliance, or get guided help if the model number is hard to read before you order.Option 3Browse spare partsBrowse the main spare-parts category for this appliance, then confirm compatibility by model number before checkout.Start with the search box whenever you have the full model number. Use Fixit Fox Finder if the rating plate is hard to read or you want guided help before ordering. Ordering by appearance alone is more likely to lead to the wrong part.
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Before you order, use Confirmed Fit
For advice and repair topics like this one, the biggest buying mistake is ordering on appearance alone. Search by the exact model number wherever possible, because small appliance revisions can use different seals, filters, motors, pumps, lamps, shelves, or trims.
Step 1Find the full model numberUse the rating plate, product label, or model-number guide before comparing part photos or sizes.Step 2Understand Confirmed FitUse the full model code, not a short range name, because revisions and production runs can use different parts.Step 3Browse Washing Machine spare partsMove from advice into the relevant category page, then confirm compatibility by model number before buying.
At a Glance
- This replacement guide is for a typical washing machine repair and exact access can vary by model.
- Use your model number to confirm the correct spare before ordering.
- Estimated time: 30-90 minutes.
Safety First
Disconnect power before starting. Turn off water supplies where relevant and wear gloves around sharp metal panels. Take a photo of wire positions and hose routing before disconnecting anything.
Tools You May Need
- Socket or nut driver
- Flat screwdriver
- Multimeter
- Torch
- Towel
Step-by-Step Overview
- Disconnect the power and gain access to the heater, commonly from the rear or under the drum area depending on model.
- Photograph the wiring and any sensor position before removal.
- Disconnect the wires and loosen the retaining nut without removing it fully at first.
- Push the stud inward slightly to release pressure on the gasket, then ease the old element out carefully.
- Check inside the heater aperture for heavy limescale or debris.
- Fit the new element squarely under the drum lip and tighten the gasket just enough to seal.
- Reconnect wiring, then test for leaks and heating on a suitable programme.
Parts and Checks Before Reassembly
- Match the element by model number, wattage, shape, and sensor configuration.
- If the NTC sensor is separate, inspect or transfer it exactly as required.
- Do not overtighten the seal, which can distort the gasket and cause leaks.
FAQ
How do I know this repair is relevant to my appliance?
If your machine is not heating, leaves laundry poorly washed on hot programmes, or shows a heater-related fault, the element or temperature sensing circuit may be at fault.
Do I need the full model number before ordering the replacement part?
Use the full model number exactly as shown on the rating plate. When Spares2Repair matches that model to a compatible part we call it Confirmed Fit. Similar-looking parts can differ across revisions, production runs, and variants, so model matching is the safest route before ordering.
What should I check before stripping the appliance down?
Confirm the fault symptoms first, isolate the appliance safely, and make sure the replacement part is model-matched before taking the appliance apart any further.