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Fisher and Paykel dish drawer error codes

These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. For repair how-to help, visit the PartsDirect repair help section, which includes repair help for dishwashers, other major appliances, lawn and garden equipment, garage door openers, vacuum cleaners and more. Search for your model number to find a complete list of replacement parts for your dishwasher.

Error Code

Condition

DIY advice

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

Lid seal, hoses, heater plate seal

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

Motor, wire harness

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

Heating element, electronic control

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

Heating element

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

Electronic control

Symptoms common to all dishwashers

Choose a symptom to see related dishwasher repairs.

Can't adjust rack height

Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster

Other symptoms

Main causes: broken door spring, detergent dispenser failure, cabinet mounting brackets loose or broken

Won't start

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

Won't fill

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

Leaking

Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracked water supply line

Stops mid-cycle

Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, control system problem

Won't drain

Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control system problem

Making loud or strange noises

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

Dishes don't get dry

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

Repair guides common to all dishwashers

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

October 1, 2016

How to replace a dishwasher detergent dispenser

By Lyle Weischwill

Dishes need dish detergent to get clean. Learn how to replace a dishwasher detergent dispenser with easy step-by-step instructions.

Repair difficulty

Time required

30 minutes or less

April 1, 2014

How to replace a dishwasher drain hose

By Lyle Weischwill

This step-by-step guide explains how to remove a cracked or leaking drain hose in your dishwasher and install a new one.

Repair difficulty

Time required

30 minutes or less

April 1, 2014

How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse

By Lyle Weischwill

A completely dead control panel often indicates that the thermal fuse on the electronic control board is blown; follow these steps to replace a blown thermal fuse in your dishwasher.

Repair difficulty

Time required

15 minutes or less

Articles and videos common to all dishwashers

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

January 31, 2019

Replacing upper dishrack stationary or adjustable rollers on Kenmore 665-series and Whirlpool dishwashers video

By Sears PartsDirect staff

In less than 15 minutes you can get that upper dishrack rolling smoothly again.

September 28, 2016

Dishwasher has no power video

By Sears PartsDirect staff

Sometimes you just plain forget to turn the dishwasher switch on, but you might also need to check for faulty wire connections or user interface control.

January 16, 2015

How to fix rust spots on a dishwasher dishrack video

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It’s easy to get a newer looking dishrack!

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Fisher and Paykel dish drawer error codes

Symptoms common to all dishwashers

Can't adjust rack height

Other symptoms

Won't start

Won't fill

Leaking

Stops mid-cycle

Won't drain

Making loud or strange noises

Dishes don't get dry

Repair guides common to all dishwashers

How to replace a dishwasher detergent dispenser

How to replace a dishwasher drain hose

How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse

Articles and videos common to all dishwashers

Replacing upper dishrack stationary or adjustable rollers on Kenmore 665-series and Whirlpool dishwashers video

Dishwasher has no power video

How to fix rust spots on a dishwasher dishrack video

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Fisher and Paykel dish drawer error codes

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