Electrolux Washer error code
Electrolux Washer Error DHE
Drying heater error.
Drying heater error.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Unplug the washer-dryer combo from the wall outlet
Unplug the washer-dryer combo from the wall outlet to completely disconnect power.
- 2Remove the main top panel and the rear
Remove the main top panel and the rear access panel of the appliance to get access to the internal components.
- 3Locate the dryer heating element assembly
Locate the dryer heating element assembly. It is usually a large metal box with wires leading to it, connected to the blower housing.
A quick explanation
What does DHE mean?
Drying heater error.
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How to fix Electrolux washer error DHE
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Unplug the washer-dryer combo from the wall outlet
Unplug the washer-dryer combo from the wall outlet to completely disconnect power.
- 2
Remove the main top panel and the rear
Remove the main top panel and the rear access panel of the appliance to get access to the internal components.
- 3
Locate the dryer heating element assembly
Locate the dryer heating element assembly. It is usually a large metal box with wires leading to it, connected to the blower housing.
- 4
Before replacing the heater, inspect the associated components
Before replacing the heater, inspect the associated components like the high-limit thermostat and thermal fuse, which are mounted on the heater housing. These are often the cause of the error.
- 5
Carefully disconnect the wires from the heating element
Carefully disconnect the wires from the heating element terminals and any attached thermostats or fuses.
- 6
Remove the screws holding the heating element assembly
Remove the screws holding the heating element assembly in its housing and slide the old element out.
- 7
Install the new heating element, secure it with
Install the new heating element, secure it with the screws, reconnect all wiring, and then reattach the appliance’s panels before restoring power.
- 8
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes,
Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
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How to Fix DHE Error (Step-by-Step) Unplug the washer-dryer combo from the wall outlet to completely disconnect power. Remove the main top panel and the rear access panel of the appliance to get access to the internal components. Locate the dryer heating element assembly. It is usually a large metal box with wires leading to it, connected to the blower housing. Before replacing the heater, inspect the associated components like the high-limit thermostat and thermal fuse, which are mounted on the heater housing. These are often the cause of the error. Carefully disconnect the wires from the heating element terminals and any attached thermostats or fuses. Remove the screws holding the heating element assembly in its housing and slide the old element out. Install the new heating element, secure it with the screws, reconnect all wiring, and then reattach the appliance’s panels before restoring power. Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on. Verified Compatible Alternatives: 137116700 137488301 137488302 Still Not Working? If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
Part listed in the current guide
OEM candidate: 137488302
Why this part is shown: It is associated with Electrolux Washer error DHE in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.
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Safety first
Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.
When to stop
- Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
- Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
- Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.
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