Dishwashers - Not Draining

Issue

  • Dishwasher Not Draining
  • Dishwasher Draining Issues
  • Dishwasher water left in unit
  • Water in the dishwasher after it runs

Applies to

  • Dishwasher

Solution

Is this a newly installed unit?

  • Make sure the drain hose was installed properly.
  • FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE: Dishwasher Drain Hose Guide

Is the unit connected to a garbage disposal?

  • Verify the knockout plug has been removed to allow proper drainage.

Did unit stop in the middle of a cycle?

  • Stopping in the middle of a cycle without pressing the Start/Cancel option will not allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle and drain properly.
  • Restart the cycle to allow the unit to complete the process or press the CANCEL button.
  • When was the last time you cleaned your Glass Trap and Filter?
  • When a filter get's clogged it may cause draining issue.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher Glass Trap and Filter Guide

Has the drain hose been bumped or moved?

  • A kink in the drain line can cause drain issues or water to pool in the bottom of dishwasher after the cycle is complete.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher - Drain Hose Guide.

IF YOU WERE UNABLE TO RESOLVE YOUR ISSUE

  • For units installed within the past 30 days, please refer back to your installer to resolve this issue.
  • For units installed after 30 days please contact us to schedule service.

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