The dishwasher runs in a loop and drains continuously
Is your dishwasher stuck on a cycle that never seems to want to finish? To stop your dishwasher, you will need to check certain parts of it. In particular, all those that have a connection with the draining of the dishwasher. To find out the cause of the problem, perform the following checks in order.
WHAT’S CAUSING THIS PROBLEM?
WARNING
Before you do anything to your appliance, make sure you disconnect it from the power supply.
There is a risk of electric shock.
Wear suitable gloves if you carry out dismantling.
Risk of cuts.
The overfill protection system is engaged
Most dishwashers have a receptacle under the tub that will collect water in the event of a leak. Here, the overfill safety system informs the electronic board to operate the drain pump to empty the water. First, take the appliance out of its slot, unplug it, and fetch mops, towels, and a basin/bowl. Tilt the unit forward (about 45°) to catch any standing water under the tank. Once this is done, do a test run. If the problem returns quickly (in 2 or 3 cycles) there may be a leak in your device. However, before moving on to the next step check the float of the anti-overflow system which may also be faulty.
Buy a float for your dishwasher
A leak from a dishwasher component
Now it’s a matter of finding out where the water leak is coming from in order to repair or replace the affected part. To do this, disassemble the side panels. Sometimes you also have to open the top panel of the machine. Once this is done, inspect the tank. It shouldn’t be punctured nor should the elements in contact with the wash water: water box, water pipes, etc. If you have trouble spotting the leak, plug the unit back in and do a test with the panels removed. Be extremely careful and don’t touch anything during the test! This should make it easier to spot where the leak is occurring.
The leaking element is located under the dishwasher tub
If the previous check didn’t reveal a leak, the components under the tank must now be checked. To do this, gently lay your device on one of its sides. Use a large towel or cardboard box to protect your floor and the dishwasher frame. Look over the innards of the device. Visually inspect the hoses and their hose clamps, the cycling pump, the circulation pump, the pressure switch, the flow meter and the diverter valve. Once located, tighten the affected clamp or replace the component that is no longer waterproof.