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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Water remains in
the dishwasher
NOTE:
A small
amount of clean
water around
the outlet in the
bottom of the
tub is normal. It
keeps the seal
lubricated.
The cycle is not complete or it
is in a pause.
The water will drain when
the cycle is completed.
The drain hose is kinked.
Straighten the drain hose.
The knockout plug is still in the
garbage disposal.
Remove the knockout plug.
Drain hose is connected to
the garbage disposal, and the
garbage disposal is not empty.
Run the garbage disposal
until it is empty.
Drain is clogged.
Check the air gap.
Detergent
remains in the
covered section
of the dispenser
The cycle has not completed.
Close the door and press
START/CANCEL to
complete cycle.
The detergent is damp or has
clumped.
Remove detergent and
replace with fresh dry
dishwasher detergent.
An item was blocking the
dispenser.
Remove item. Remove
detergent and replace
with fresh dry dishwasher
detergent.
The spray arm is blocked.
Load the dishes in a manner
that does not block the
spray arm from rotating
freely.
Water residue on
front panel
Too much detergent was used
or detergent is making too
much foam.
Reduce amount of
detergent or replace with
a different brand to reduce
foaming and eliminate
buildup.
Odor in
dishwasher
Dishes washed infrequently.
Run a Rinse Only cycle once
or twice a day until you have
a full load.
Dishwasher needs to be
cleaned.
Run a vinegar rinse.
Moisture on the
kitchen counter
The dishwasher is not aligned
with the countertop. Steam
coming from the vent can
condense on the countertop.
Level and Align dishwasher.
Noises
Grinding, grating,
crunching or
buzzing sounds
Beeps
A hard object or powder
detergent granules have
entered the wash module.
Indicates the wash cycle is
completed.
Remove the object. The
sound should stop once the
detergent is ground up.
