Dishwashers: How do I set the child lock feature?
Issue
- How do I set the child lock feature?
- Dishwasher locked
- Dishwasher Door Issue
Applies to
- Dishwashers
Solution
To prevent children from accidentally changing the dishwasher settings or starting the dishwasher, you can lock the controls.
For Plastic Tub Dishwashers -
Press and hold DELAY START for 3 seconds. An indicator light on the lock graphic pad will illuminate when the controls are locked and no new selections can be made until the lock is released.
To unlock the controls, press DELAY START again for 3 seconds, and the indicator light will go out.
For Stainless Steel Dishwashers -
Press DELAY START until the display window displays "loc".
To unlock the controls, press DELAY START until "loc" is no longer displayed in the displaystatus window.
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