Troubleshooting
Before calling for assistance please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could
save you the cost of a service call.
Dishwasher problems
PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Dishwasher does Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?
not run or stops Has the cycle been set correctly? See pages 5, 12, and 13.
during a cycle
Is the dishwasher set for a delay start? See page 15.
Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown or tripped?
If the motor stopped because of an overload, it will automatically
reset itself within a few minutes. If it does not start, call for service.
Is the water supply turned on?
Is the dishwasher wired into a live circuit with the proper voltage??
Dishwasher Cycle times depend on the temperature of the water entering the
runs too long dishwasher. Cooler water results in longer cycle times.
Undercounter dishwashers require adequate enclosure for proper
operation. See Installation Instructions for complete information.
Dishwasher Is Overfill Protector stuck in ?up? position? Overfill Protector should
will not fill move up and down freely. Press down to release. See page 18.
Water remains Allow cycle to finish. A small amount of water remaining is normal.
In dishwasher
Check the drain air gap (if installed). If it is clogged, follow the
manufacturer?s cleaning instructions.
Detergent remains Has the cycle completed?
In covered section
Is the detergent fresh and dry without lumps?? See page 10.
bf dispenser
Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
dishwasher door.
Dishes not as dry Is the rinse agent dispenser empty? Using a rinse agent greatly
ms you expected improves drying. See page 11.
Do not use AIR DRY option on the next load. See page 14.
Grinding, grating, Has a hard object entered the POWER CLEANTM module?
crunching, or The sound should stop when the object is ground up.
buzzing sounds
White residue Is too much detergent being used? See page 10 for recommended
appears on front amounts of detergent.
bf access panel Some liquid detergents develop excess foam and residue on panel.
Try a different brand to reduce foaming and eliminate buildup.
Control panel does Is the control panel LOCK OUT feature on? See page 16.
not respond when
Is the door tightly closed and securely latched?
pads are pressed
Dishwasher drains Did you accidentally press the CANCEL/DRAIN pad twice? Press
after turning off CANCEL/DRAIN pad again to stop draining.
Indicators
Dishwasher will Is the bottom rack in backwards? The rack bumpers must face the
not close dishwasher door.
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