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DISHWASHER IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY
• Dishwasher does not run or stops during a cycle
- Is the door closed tightly and latched?
- Is the right cycle selected? Refer to the
Cycle Selection Charts
.
- Is there power to the dishwasher? has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
- Has the motor stopped due to an overload? The motor automatically resets itself
within a few minutes. If it does not restart, call for service.
- Is the water shut-off valve (if installed) turned on?
- It is normal for certain cycles to repeatedly pause for several seconds during the main
wash.
• Dishwasher will not fill
- Is the overfill protection float able to move up and down freely? Press down to release.
• Dishwasher seems to run too long
- Is the water supplied to the dishwasher hot enough? The dishwasher runs longer while
heating water. refer to the
“Dishwasher Performance Tips”
section. a delay
automatically occurs in some wash and rinse cycles until the water reaches the
proper temperature.
• Water remains in the dishwasher
- Is the cycle complete?
- It is normal to have a small amount of clean water around the outlet in the bottom of
the tub, to keep the water seal lubricated.
• Detergent remains in the covered section of the dispenser
- Is the cycle complete?
- Is the detergent lump-free? Replace detergent if necessary.
• Water residue on the front of the access panel
- Was too much detergent used? Refer to the
“Detergent Dispenser”
section.
- Is the brand of detergent making excess foam? Try a different brand to reduce
foaming and eliminate buildup.
• Odor in the dishwasher
- Are dishes washed only every 2 or 3 days? Run a rinse cycle once or twice a day until
you have a full load.
- Does the dishwasher have a new plastic smell? Run a vinegar rinse as described in
“Spotting and filming on dishes”
later in this troubleshooting guide.
• Condensation on the kitchen counter (built-in models)
- Is the dishwasher aligned with the countertop? Moisture from the vent in the
dishwasher console can form on the counter. Refer to the
Installation Instructions
for
more information.
TROUBLESHOOTING
