Whether the problem is stuck-on food, water spots, the dishwasher not running at all or the water not draining, running through some troubleshooting steps may fix your problem.
Stuck-On Food
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Use detergent in your dishwasher every time you run a cycle.
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Rinse as much food off of your dishes as possible before placing them in the dishwasher.
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Test your water temperature by running your water on hot for one to two minutes. Place a candy or meat thermometer under the stream, the water should be at least 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Adjust the temperature at the water heater if the water is too cold.
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Turn off showers or clothes washing machines while running the dishwasher to allow the proper water pressure.
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Make sure items are not nested within each other.
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Check to see if the spray arms are blocked.
Dishes Don’t Dry
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Fill the Rinse Aid dispenser with a Rinse Aid.
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Turn on the “Heat Dry” option.
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Do not nest items.
Water Doesn’t Drain
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Run your Garbage disposal to make sure it is not clogged.
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Check the plug at the bottom of the washer, and replace if it has been knocked loose.
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Check the drain hose running into your sink plumbing to make sure it is not kinked.
Dishwasher Not Starting
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Check to make sure the dishwasher door is closed.
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Make sure the “Delay Wash” option is not selected.
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Check under your sink to make sure the water supply is on.
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Check your breaker box to make sure a switch has not been tripped.
The Drip Cap
- The Kenmore Quiet Guard is designed to wash your dishes well each and every time.
- Adjust the temperature at the water heater if the water is too cold.
- Turn on the “Heat Dry” option.
- Check the drain hose running into your sink plumbing to make sure it is not kinked.