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Dishwasher Problems


10 Most Common Problems

1. Water does not remain in tank
  • No trap on drain hose
2. D/W does not operate
  • No power due to AC circuit or outlet problem
  • Defective door switch
  • Power cord loosing connection
3. Motor does not operate
  • Defective motor
  • Defective timer
  • Burned wire
4. Motor runs, but does not fill w/water
  • Defective water inlet valve
  • Debris lodged under safety switch float
  • Defective safety switch
  • Defective timer
  • Water turned off
5. Detergent dispenser does not operate
  • Burned wire
  • Defective bi-metal
  • Defective timer
6. Water in tank at end of drying cycle
  • Normal on some makes
  • Clogged drain hose
  • Defective timer
  • Defective impeller
7. Door drops to floor when opened
  • Broken door springs
  • Door hinges bent
8. Water leaks at lower corners of door
  • Unit not leveled at installation
  • Baffle worn excessively
  • Door hinges loose & door out of adjustment
  • Improper detergent
  • Door latch worn excessively
9. D/W continues to run in the off position
  • Defective timer
10. D/W does not clean dishes
  • Improper water temperature
  • Improper detergent
  • Water level too low
    • Poor water pressure
    • Defective water inlet valve
    • Defective timer

Dishwasher Problems

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