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Error Codes

Error Code
F1
Condition

Water leak detected

Check / Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher and remove the drawer(s). Check the lid seal, hoses and heater plate seal for leaks. Replace any leaking components.

Possible Parts Required
Lid seal, hoses, heater plate seal
Error Code
F2
Condition

Motor failure

Check / Repair

Check for an obstruction in the rotor. Remove any obstruction and check motor operation. Replace the motor if damaged. Shut off power to the dishwasher and check the motor wiring connections. Reconnect any loose wires. Replace the wire harness if damaged.

Possible Parts Required
Motor, wire harness
Error Code
F3
Condition

Water temperature too hot (above 185 F)

Check / Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher and check the heating element. Replace the heating element if damaged. If the heating element is okay, then the electronic control heater relay likely is stuck. Replace the electronic control.

Possible Parts Required
Heating element, electronic control
Error Code
F4
Condition

Water temperature not increasing

Check / Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher and check the wiring connections on the heating element. If the wiring is ok, replace the heating element.

Possible Parts Required
Heating element
Error Code
F9
Condition

Electronic control failure

Check / Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher for 30 seconds and then restore power. If the code returns after restore power, replace the electronic control.

Possible Parts Required
Electronic control

Most common symptoms to help you fix your dishwashers

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Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure,…

Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracke…

Main causes: improper loading, low water temperature, improper detergent dosage, detergent dispenser failure, spray arm …

Main causes: glass or popcorn kernel stuck in the chopper blade, drain line vibrating against the cabinet, debris in was…

Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, contro…

Main causes: not using rinse aid, rinse aid dispenser failure, broken heating element, malfunctioning vent, drying fan f…

Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster…

Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control syst…

Main causes: water supply problem, stuck overfill float, clogged water inlet valve screen, water inlet valve failure…

Most common repair guides to help fix your dishwashers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dishwasher.

How to replace a dishwasher door latch assembly

How to replace a dishwasher door latch assembly

If the dishwasher door doesn't click shut, a broken door latch is a likely cause. Follow these instructions to replace i…

Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse

How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse

A completely dead control panel often indicates that the thermal fuse on the electronic control board is blown; follow t…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
How to replace a dishwasher control panel

How to replace a dishwasher control panel

Learn how to replace a dishwasher control panel. Learn which tools and parts you need and get step-by-step instructions.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less

Effective articles & videos to help repair your dishwashers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your dishwasher.

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