Just like any other household appliance, the dishwasher will once give a signal about a malfunction: it may not react to the start button, the drainage of water might work badly, leakages might appear, and so on. Do not panic and do not rush to call technicians. In many cases, you can repair it yourself. Read about the most frequent problems and repair methods in the table below.

Jenn Air JDB 5, JDB1100AWS dishwasher troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
Dishwasher will not fill	• Press the START/Cancel pad to start the dishwasher.
	• Be sure door is latched securely.
	• Be sure the water is turned on.
	• Check that the pad is properly selected for a cycle.
	• Check your home’s circuit breaker or fuse box.
	• Check inlet hose for a kink.
	• Check water valve inlet for sediment and clean if necessary.
Dishwasher will not drain/water in tub bottom	• If hooked up to a food waste disposer, be sure the knock-out is removed from the disposer inlet.
	• Check for food obstruction in the drain or disposer.
	• Check drain hose for a kink.
	• Check your home’s circuit breaker or fuse box.
	• Check that the cycle is completed.
Dishwasher adds water at end of cycle	• This is normal. The sensor in the pump must stay submerged so a short fill of water is added after the cycle’s last drain.
Detergent cup is not empty	• Check that the cycle is completed.
	• Be sure dispenser is not blocked.
	• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool, dry place.
Dishwasher seems noisy	• A water valve hiss during fill is normal.
	• Water circulation sounds are normal.
	• A thumping sound may be a wash arm bumping an item that is extending beyond the racks. Readjust load to avoid obstructing wash arm.
	• Chopping or grinding sounds may be heard as the internal food disposer chops hard items like fruit seeds, nuts, etc.
	• Humming during the drain is normal.
	• A snap noise is the detergent cup lid hitting the door liner when the dishwasher door is opened at the end of the cycle. This is normal.
	• Proper installation affects the noise level.
Cycle takes too long	• Sanitize has been selected and the cycle is extended to heat water.
Cycle takes too long	• Check to see that the incoming water temperature is 120° F (49° C)
Dishwasher has an odor	• Run dishes being held in the dishwasher through a Rinse cycle.
	• Many dishwashers have a “new' smell when first installed. This will dissipate with use.
	• Dishwasher may not be draining properly.
	• For a strong odor, place baking soda in both sides of the detergent cup. Select China cycle and allow the water to circulate for about 10 minutes. Interrupt the cycle by unlatching the door and let it stand overnight. Restart the dishwasher by latching the door and allow it to complete the cycle. Another alternative is to use a dishwasher cleaning product such as Jet-Dry Dishwasher Cleaner
Dishwasher leaks	• Check that the dishwasher is level.
	• Suds can cause the dishwasher to overflow. Measure the detergent carefully and use only detergents designed for use in a dishwasher. Less detergent is needed in soft water. Try another brand of detergent if sudsing continues
	• Follow directions closely on how to add a forgotten item
	• To avoid rinse aid leaking from the dispenser, be sure the lid is securely attached.
Indicator lights flashing	• All active display indicators flash if the door is opened during a running cycle or delay.
	• The currently selected cycle flashes if an attempt is made to change the cycle after cycle “lock-in'.
	• The locked indicator flashes if a pad is pressed while the child lock is enabled
Glasses are cloudy/spotted	• Select Hi Temp option.
	• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	•Always use a rinse aid.
	• Confirm that the cloudiness is removable by soaking the item in white vinegar for approximately 5 minutes. If removed, the problem is due to hard water. Adjust detergent amount being used to match water hardness. Be sure detergent is fresh, stored properly and is a high quality brand.
	• If cloudiness is not removable, it is etching. This is an erosion of the surface of the glassware and can be caused by water that is too hot, from using too much detergent or by prewashing. Detergent needs food soil to act upon. If etching has occurred, the glassware is permanently damaged. To prevent further etching, adjust the detergent amount to match the water hardness, stop prewashing, and use water heating options only when incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
Dishware is chipped	• Load dishes according to instructions so they do not strike each other
	• Washing fine antique china/crystal in the dishwasher is not recommended
	• Do not load glasses over the tines.
	• Do not overload
Food soil remains on dishes	• Check water temperature. Incoming water should be 120° F (49° C).
	• Run hot water at the sink before starting the dishwasher.
	• Check water hardness and adjust detergent amount accordingly
	• Use fresh detergent stored in a cool dry place.
	• Select proper cycle for the soil level.
	• Select proper option, Hi Temp .
	• Make sure the upper rack wash arm connector is correctly aligned in one of the water inlet holes.
	• Load items so they do not block the wash arms.
	• Load the utensil basket with knife handles up and spoon and fork handles down.
	• Do not place glasses over tines.
	• Before loading, scrape off burnt-on foods and wipe the starchy film from utensils used with pasta, rice and oatmeal. These soils require more energy than the rest of the load to clean.
Items washed in the dishwasher or the dishwasher tub itself is stained/discolored	• Aluminum utensils or pans can leave marks when they rub against other items. Leave a slight space between items.
	• Iron deposits in the water can leave a yellow, brown or orange film on dishes or the dishwasher tub. A rust filter may be needed. Check with a water treatment company.
	• Separate silver or silver-plated silverware from stainless steel. These metals can be damaged by contact with each other during washing.
	• Color from tomato sauces may adhere to the interior parts of the dishwasher . If light staining has occurred, leave the door open to oxidize the stain away. Use a dishwasher detergent that contains chlorine to better fight staining.
	• Certain dishwasher detergents may stain silver. Try another brand of detergent.
Sanitized light does not illuminate at the end of the cycle	• Sanitize was not selected.
	• Sanitization can only be achieved with the Auto, Heavy, Normal or China cycles.
	• Sanitization may not be achieved if there is an interruption of the cycle, power failure or if incoming water temperature is below 120° F (49° C).
Dishwasher door will not close	• Be sure adjustable racks are properly adjusted to upper or lower position

Help & support Samsung Dishwasher owners by providing helpful answers, troubleshooting tips & repair advice. Samsung dishwasher model DW80K7050US won’t start and there is a flashing red light on the motherboard located behind the kick plate. We have a samsung dishwasher and the low rinse. Cycle takes too long (Heating light stays on). High Temp or Sanitize has been selected and the cycle is extended to heat water. Check to see that the incoming water temperature is 120° F (49° C). Dishwasher has an odor. Run dishes being held in the dishwasher through a Rinse Only cycle.

Jenn Air JDB8200AWP0 dishwasher troubleshooting

PROBLEM	SOLUTION
DISHWASHER DOES NOT RUN	NOTE: It is normal for the dishwasher to repeatedly pause several times during a cycle. If the Start/Resume or Smart Display status b

Samsung Dishwasher Low Rinse Light Stays On