Dishwashers may occasionally exhibit problems that are unrelated to a malfunction of the dishwasher itself. The following information may help you with a dishwasher problem without involving a repair professional. The Items listed in the following charts may
not be covered by your product warranty.
Problem Cause
Dishwasher 1. Door may not be properly latched. does nat start 2. Unit may not be turned on.
3.Unit not reset or previous cycle nat completed.
4.Delay start engaged.
5.Interruption of electrical power supply to dishwasher or blown fuse.
6.Child lock activated (select models).
7.The door may have been closed without first selecting a cycle.
8.Water supply may nat be turned on.
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Dishwasher | 1. | Incoming | water | is not warm | enough. |
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3.Rinse agent dispenser is empty.
4.Dishwasher connected to cold water supply.
5.The type of cycle options selected may add time to the cycle.
Note: For typical cycle length refer to the wash cycles table in the Dishwasher Cycles and Options section.
Action
1.Shut the door completely.
2.Press the main power switch to turn unit on.
3.To reset, refer to "Canceling or changing the cycle" section in this manual.
4.To reset, refer to "Delay Start" section in this manual.
5.Check circuit breaker.
6.Deactivate the child lack. Refer to "Child Lock" section in this manual if applicable.
7.Select a cycle and close the door.
8.Check and turn on water supply.
To adjust the volume or deactivate, refer to "Cycle Completion Signal" section in this manual.
1.Check the fuse or circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker if necessary.
2.Ensure that door is properly latched and completely closed.
1.Before starting a cycle, run hot water faucet at the sink nearest to the dishwasher. Incoming water should be at 120°F.
2.Sensors in the dishwasher automatically increase the cycle time to ensure a good wash when heavy soil is detected.
3.Add rinse agent.
4.Verify dishwasher is connected to hat water supply plumbing.
Dishes | aren't | 1. | Spray | arm | movement | is obstructed. |
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| 4. | Clean | the | filter. | Refer | to "Check!Clean |
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Dishes are | 1. | Rinse | agent | dispenser |
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