Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - Dishwasher pumps water in, but no draining

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bnust_brule
08-02-07, 02:58 PM
I have a Fridgeaire Dishwasher (model FDB635RFR4) that no longer pumps water our. Water flows in with normal force during the wash cycle. Also, I can put a little suciton on the end of the discharge hose and get water out, leading me to think the line is clear. During the drain cycle a clicking and slight humming noise can be heard. Based on that I assume that my washer has a seperate motor for pushing the water up with seperate drain pump. Is it safe to assume that my pump is bad and may need replacing or would a broken belt product a noice like that (if my model uses a belt)? Thanks for any advice.


bambiblaster
08-02-07, 07:54 PM
You will need to pull it out from under counter and remove the seperate drain pump and clean it out.. the clicking noise is something catching in the impeller... after cleaning try it while the unit is still out from under counter and test.. if still not pumping water out replaced the pump...