dish washer

dryer element for dishes will not heat.

Here are your parts
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/modelsearch.aspx?model=du811swpq4

See the attachment for the tech sheet

Remove power from the unit and check the heater for any physical damage.
If OK, check it with a meter. Should be around 20 to 30 ohms.

Check the thermal fuse for the heater, should be 0 ohms.