How do you remove melted plastic from a dishwasher's heating element?

Answer 1

You can remove melted plastic from a dishwasher's heating element by first unplugging it from the power outlet and removing all of the dishes and racks. Leave the dishwasher door open to allow the coils to cool down. Place some ice in a plastic zipper bag and put it on top of the cooled plastic and leave for about 30 minutes. Remove the ice and using a plastic scraper, scrape the hardened plastic off the coils. Soak a cloth in an acetone-based nail polish remover and leave it on the element for 5 minutes. Use this cloth to scrub the remaining plastic off of the element then wipe the coils with a clean, damp cloth. Remove any remaining nail polish remover residue with a cloth that has been dipped in a solution of warm water and dish soap, then rinse the coils with water.

Answer 2

To remove melted plastic from a dishwasher's heating element, first allow it to cool completely. Once cooled, carefully scrape off as much plastic as possible using a plastic scraper or credit card. Then, pour vegetable oil over the affected area to soften the remaining plastic, and use a soft cloth to wipe it away. Finally, run the dishwasher on a hot water cycle with a cup of vinegar to help remove any residue.