When the dishwasher is cool (in other words, not right after a wash cycle), look for the float inside the dishwasher. If you can’t think of any reason this would have been turned off since the last time the dishwasher worked, go on to the next step.Ģ Turn off the power to the dishwasher. Open it all the way by turning it counterclockwise. Check the hot water supply stop valve, normally located under the sink. Dishwasher Diagram ©Don Vandervort, HomeTipsġ Make sure the water supply is turned on. If your dishwasher runs but doesn’t fill, either something is wrong with the water supply system or it is draining water too soon. If the problem is with the timer or selector switch, it’s best to call an appliance service person. To solve a door switch problem, you may be able to adjust the door latch’s strike slightly, using a screwdriver (turn off the power to the dishwasher at the electrical panel first). If electrical power is available to the dishwasher but the appliance doesn’t run, the problem is likely a defective door switch, timer, or selector switch. Turn the circuit breaker all of the way off, then flip it back to “ON.” © HomeTipsģ Check dishwasher switches & timer. If you find one, switch the breaker to OFF and then back to ON to reset the breaker, or replace the fuse. (This is a long shot, but it’s easy to do and may solve the problem if the dishwasher is on the same circuit.) To test a receptacle for power, just plug a working hand-held appliance into it.Ģ Check the electrical panel that serves the dishwasher for a tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse.
In the condition where the receptacle doesn’t have a reset, or where the dishwasher’s cord is hard-wired directly into the electrical box, look for another receptacle nearby that has a reset and try resetting it. Reset the ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). If the receptacle has a reset button, push the reset. Check to see if that outlet is a GFCI receptacle with a reset button. Look where the dishwasher’s cord plugs into a receptacle, usually under the sink. If absolutely nothing happens-in other words, nothing on the control panel lights up and there are no other signs of life-the appliance may not be receiving power. Locating the blockage and clearing the debris will solve the problem.1 Be sure the power is on, the door is latched, and the control is engaged. When food or sediment build up within these systems, the dishwasher won’t drain properly. Water in the bottom of the dishwasher results from clogs in the filter, garbage disposal, drain hose, drain pump, or air gap. Why is there water standing in the bottom of my dishwasher? If it should happen to get stuck, it could interfere with your dishwasher’s ability to fill and/or drain. The float in your dishwasher needs to be able to move up and down freely. The float triggers the float switch to shut off, thereby shutting off the flow of water into the dishwasher. What happens when a dishwasher float doesn’t work? The motor can usually be released and removed from the sump under the dishwasher tub. If the pump motor is bad, it will need to be replaced. You may also see cleaning problems due to decreased spray pressure. The wash pump motor will make a loud noise when it is defective.
How do I know if my dishwasher motor is bad? If you’ve noticed that your dishwasher’s not getting dishes clean, it’s time to investigate using the guidelines below. There are several possible causes for an ineffective dishwasher, including a dirty filter, clogged spray arm, or broken soap dispenser. What causes a dishwasher to stop working?
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What causes a dishwasher to stop working?.
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