The dishwasher is a well-known appliance that is now part of the standard kitchen setup.
However, a common issue with dishwashers is that they don’t work properly.
Some users have reported that their dishwasher won’t start, while others have stated that their dishwasher won’t drain.
If you have a problem with your dishwasher, here are some potential troubleshooting tips for you.
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Check your dishwasher control
- Check if all your dishwasher controls are working.
- Check the water inlet and outlet hoses
- Check the inlet and outlet valves
- Inspect the drain pump
- Inspect the drain screen
- Inspect the drain pump filter
- Inspect the drain pump basket
- Inspect the drain hose and pipes
- Inspect the drain screen
- Inspect the drain pump motor
- Test the drain pump motor
- Inspect the drain pump impeller
- Inspect and test the drain pump drain screen
- Inspect the drain pump check valve
- Inspect the drain pump drain screen
- Inspect the drain pump discharge check valve
- Inspect the drain pump check valves
- Inspect the drain pump timer
- Inspect the drain pump motor check valve
- Inspect the drain pump motor check valves
- Inspect the drain pump motor timer
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch lock
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch solenoid
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch wiring
- Inspect the drain pump motor timer
- Inspect the drain pump motor timer solenoid
- Inspect the drain pump motor timer wiring
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch wiring
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch solenoid
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch contacts
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch contacts wire insulation
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch contacts wire insulation continuity
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch contacts wire insulation resistance
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch contacts wire insulation resistance continuity
- Inspect the drain pump motor on/off switch contacts wire insulation resistance continuity
Check the water inlets and outlets
- The water inlets and outlets are connected properly and tightly.
- Dirty filter
The filter must be cleared of all the debris and grime. - Check the drain hose
The drain hose must be clamped tightly and the hose must be long enough.
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Check the drain hose
- If the dishwasher is leaking water, it may be because the drain hose is blocked. Remove all dishes from the dishwasher and check to see if the water drains properly. If not, remove the drain hose from the sink and clean it.
- Check the drain hose for blockages or clogs
- If the dishwasher is leaking water at the bottom, check to see if the water is leaking from the drain hose.
- Make sure the drain hose is properly connected
- If the dishwasher is leaking water at the sides, check to see if there is any clogging in the drain hose.
- Check for clogged drain hose
- If the dishwasher is leaking water at the top, check the seal around the door of the dishwasher.
Perform a Quick Check
- Remove the dishes and run the dishwasher through its cold wash cycle.
- Empty the dishwasher after each cycle.
- Clean the filters.
- Check the drain hose for clogs, and check the entire drain system for any obstructions.
Check the power
- Locate the circuit breaker for the dishwasher. The circuit breaker should usually be located either under the sink or in the electrical panel.
- Flip the circuit breaker to the off position.
- Wait for 10 seconds and flip the circuit breaker back on.
- Test the dishwasher again.
