The dishwasher can save you so much time in the kitchen. The repetitive washing, rinsing, drying, repeat can become old after spending a long day out running errands, working, or taking care of the kids. Your dishwasher can give you the freedom to get out of the kitchen shortly after the meal is over and be a part of your family again. When that dishwasher stops working, it could be a common issue that you can fix. It is always important when working on a unit that you unplug it first. You will also want to give the unit time to cool down if it stops while it is washing a load as the water gets hot enough to cause severe burns.

The Dishwasher Won’t Run

The Kenmore dishwasher’s most common reason for it not working is that the unit has become unplugged. This makes it impossible to work if it can’t make a connection to power. You can simply plug the unit back into the outlet to see if it will come back on. Check the circuit breaker to see if it has been tripped as well or if you need to replace any fuses as sometimes this can cause the dishwasher to suddenly stop. Finally, check the door switch to make sure it is where it should be because if it is malfunctioning, it will stop the unit from running.

When the Dishwasher Won’t Drain

Sometimes when a large amount of water is left at the bottom of the dishwasher after completing a cycle, this could be an issue that has several causes for it. Most of the time though, the problem lies with the sink trap becoming clogged and water is then backed up into the unit. You can simply unclog the trap or the hose and the water can then run free again. Another issue is that the pump that is responsible for draining the water may be bad. You will need to have this checked with a professional as it may need to be replaced.

The Dishwasher Won’t Fill

When the water won’t fill up in the unit, and the unit is turned on, the problem may be somewhere else inside your home. Make sure that the dishwasher is unplugged and cooled down before you try to work on it. Disassemble the water value so you can clean it out and the replace it. Check the float mechanism to ensure that it is not clogged as well. The float switch will need to be checked using a voltmeter. Once you have everything cleaned out and back on the unit, plug it in and see if it works. If it doesn’t, you may want to contact a professional.

The Dishwasher Won’t Stop Filling

If the water doesn’t fill up in the unit, there are a few things that could be wrong. Make sure that the timer is not stuck on the fill commend. You can reset your time and this will help the appliance to run again. Check to make sure that the inlet value is cleaned. This valve gets stuck from time to time and needs to be cleaned. Once you clean these areas, plug it in and see if it will shut off after reaching the preset levels. These are just a few of the most common problems you may experience as a dishwasher owner. Always be sure to practice safety when checking out an appliance and call an appliance repair professional in San Diego County, when you are unsure or cannot fix the unit with any of the above suggestions. Contact us:

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