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Dishwasher will not drain
A blocked filter, drain hose, air gap, disposer connection, or pump can leave dirty water in the bottom of a dishwasher.
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8 symptom guides
Dishwasher symptom guides.
Troubleshooting paths for drainage, cleaning, filling, leak, drying, odor, noise, and startup problems. Begin with safe external checks and stop before internal electrical or mechanical work.
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Dishwasher does not clean well
Blocked spray arms, incorrect loading, low water temperature, weak filling, poor detergent use, or a circulation problem can leave food and film on dishes.
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Dishwasher leaks underneath
A door-seal issue, loose hose, excess foam, overfilling, or an internal pump and sump leak can put water under a dishwasher.
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Dishwasher will not start
A power problem, unlatched door, control lock, delayed start, interrupted cycle, or failed switch or control can prevent a dishwasher from running.
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Dishwasher does not dry dishes
Cycle selection, rinse aid, loading, plastic items, low final-rinse temperature, or a heating and ventilation fault can leave dishes wet.
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Dishwasher has a bad smell
Food debris, a dirty filter, standing water, poor drain-hose routing, or long periods with the door closed can cause musty, sour, or sewage-like odors.
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Dishwasher will not fill
A closed supply valve, kinked hose, door-latch issue, stuck float, blocked inlet path, or failed inlet valve can prevent a dishwasher from filling.
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Dishwasher makes a grinding noise
Debris in the filter or pump area, a spray arm striking dishes, a dry pump, or a worn circulation or drain component can create grinding or rattling sounds.
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