Bosch Upper Spray Arm Assembly

Product Description

More about dishwasher spray arms plus a how to video below:

What does the dishwasher spray arm do?
The dishwasher spray arm consists of hollow plastic. It is designed to shoot high temperature and high pressure water at the dishes and cutlery in order to clean them with efficiency. It is an absolutely essential part of a dishwasher, as without them the water would not distribute. Every dishwasher will have a lower spray arm, and some have an upper spray arm.

Is the dishwasher spray arm causing the problem?
The following faults typically indicate a problem with the dishwasher spray arm:

o Cracked or broken spray arm or support
o Your dishes are not coming out clean
o Water is not being distribute evenly
o A leak from the front/door of the dishwasher
*Remember that a broken spray arm may not be the only fault that can cause these issues to arise.

When you need to replace a dishwasher spray arm
Dishwasher spray arms are not meant to be worn out from general use therefore they only need to be changed if there is a fault. They rarely become a problem, but it is absolutely essential to change the spray arm as soon as it breaks as the appliance can't function properly without it. It is common that dishwasher spray arms can become clogged from all the bits of debris and food that collect in the appliance which causes water to spray towards the door and leak. A lot of the time, this problem can be rectified with a bit of unblocking, but sometimes they become beyond help.

How to replace a dishwasher spray arm
It's really easy to replace a dishwasher spray arm and usually no tools are required:

o Remove lower dish basket
o Lift up or twist off the spray arm
o Push or twist on the new spray arm in place.

Always be sure to unplug the appliance from the mains when conducting any sort of repair. This is a rough guide only and this process can vary between brands and models. We always recommend that you read the manufacturer's instructions before conducting any repair.

Associated problems
If the spray arms are not clogged and the water is just trickling out then try checking the water pressure and the pipes. Alternatively,If the dishes aren't coming out clean, your appliance may simply need a good clean, otherwise check the inlet valve.

Expert Tips
1. Clean the spray arm regularly to stop a big build up that causes blockages in the first place.
2. Avoid using matches or toothpicks to clear out the spray holes as they could potentially snap during the process, causing further blockage.

Please check model fit list to ensure this part is correct for your model.