Dishwasher - Replace the spray arm

Difficulty: Moderate
Estimated time: ± 20 minutes

Want to know how to replace your dishwasher's spray arm? No worries, with our instruction video or step-by-step guide, you'll have it sorted in no time!

Instruction video

Step-by-step plan

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Always first:

  • Unplug your appliance.
  • Turn off the tap.
  • Tip: When taking out the old part, take photos as you go. That way, you'll know exactly how to fit the new spare part.

1. Remove the basket from the dishwasher

Open your dishwasher and take out the lower basket.

2. Take out the old spray arm

The spray arm is attached with a click system. You can easily remove it by pulling the spray arm upwards. The upper spray arm is often held in place with a latch. You can unscrew this by hand and then take out the spray arm.

3. Fit the new spray arm

Push the new spray arm back where the old one was. Tighten the latch if needed.

4. Put the basket back in the dishwasher

Put the basket back in the dishwasher.

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