Self Help
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.
Problem
Dishwasher
1. Door may not be properly latched
does not
2. Unit may not be turned on
start
3. Unit not reset or previous cycle not
completed
4. Delay start engaged
5. Interruption of electrical power supply
to dishwasher or blown fuse.
6. The door may have been closed with-
out first selecting a cycle
7. Water supply may not be turned on
Display does
1. A fuse may have been blown or circuit
not illumi-
breaker tripped
nate
2. Door not closed or latched
Note: For models with controls on top of
the door, the display only illuminate
when the door is opened and controls
are visible.
Dishwasher
1. Incoming water is not warm
seems to run
enough
a long time
2. Cycle time can vary due to soil
and water conditions
3. Rinse aid dispenser is empty
4. Dishwasher connected to cold
water supply
Note: Refer to "Wash Cycle Infor-
mation" section in this manual for
typical cycle lengths
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Cause
1. Shut the door completely until you
hear a click
2. Press the main power switch to turn
unit on
3. Instructions on how to reset in this
manual
4. To reset, refer to "Delay Start" section
in this manual
5. Check circuit breaker
6. Select a cycle and close the door.
7. Check and turn on water supply
1. Check the fuse or circuit breaker box
and replace the fuse or reset the breaker
if necessary
2. Ensure door is properly latched and
completely closed
1. Before starting a cycle, run hot
water faucet at the sink closest to
the dishwasher
2. Sensors in the dishwasher auto-
matically increase the cycle time to
ensure a good wash when heavy
soil is detected
3. Add rinse aid
4. Verify dishwasher is connected
to hot water supply plumbing
Action