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Dishwasher Facts
What Are The Dangers Of Faulty Dishwashers?
What Are The Most Common Dishwasher Issues?
Leaking
This is one of the most dreaded dishwasher problems. If you find water leaking onto the floor, check the door seals, drainage hose and gaskets for cracks or other damage. A defective pump or pump seal may also be the cause of leaks and need to be replaced.
Not Draining
A dishwasher that does not stop filling may have a faulty float switch, a timer stuck on the “fill” setting or a water inlet valve that is stuck open. If the dishwasher is filling up as usual but not adequately draining the water out, there may be a problem with the valve in the drain sump, drain pump or drain flapper.
Not Filling with Water
When the dishwasher sounds like it successfully turned on but no (or not enough) water is flowing into it, test the water inlet valve, door switch, and float switch. The latter is the part that tells the dishwasher when it has the adequate amount of water. It may be blocked by debris that keeps it from working properly. Moreover, you could check your hot water supply stop valve under the sink to make sure water is fully turned on.
Cycle Won’t Start
If the dishwasher won’t start when you turn it on, check key components such as door latch switches, timers, and electronic controls. Make sure that fuses have not been blown and that the power outlet is not malfunctioning. Try unplugging the dishwasher and plugging it back in. Inspect for wiring damage and a pump motor that isn’t starting up.
Not Cleaning or Drying Properly
If dishes are coming out of the dishwasher with bits of food still on them, make sure the dishwasher is not dirty in the first place. Sometimes food particles, grease, and other debris accumulate inside dishwasher components and clog them. Check the strain screen, sprayer arms and door gasket for leftovers. Run a cycle with dishwasher cleaner or citric acid and without dishes to remove buildup. Another reason for dishes not properly cleaned may be low pressure from the spray arms. Inspect these components to see whether they can move freely without obstruction and whether they look worn out. If dishes are still wet at the end of the cycle, check the dishwasher’s heating element and thermostat with a multimeter.
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