Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - Kenmore Dishwasher won't drain
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laurib
12-22-06, 05:59 PM
I have a Kenmore Dishwasher that is less than 1 year old and it won't drain. I don't know what to do, can someone please help me?
corepairman
12-22-06, 06:26 PM
Most common problems are plugged drain hose or if you have had recent plumbing work, has the knockout for the dishwasher been removed ?
twelvepole
12-22-06, 07:23 PM
Drain hose or air gap (if you have one--required where I live) may be clogged. Could also be something wrong with the pump--maybe got some debris in it or malfunctioning. Timer could be malfunctioning. Could be drain valve is not opening. Drain valve works by the timer. Let's hope it is as simple as a kink in the hose or a clog in the hose. Check your Owner's Manual for troubleshooting tips and diagrams. Check your warranty, too. Service may be covered by warranty (parts may not).
bigfred
12-25-06, 06:09 PM
There have been a lot of threads here re this problem. Suggest you do a Search on "dishwasher won't drain" and other similar phrases and read them.