The dishwasher shuts down during the cycle
Is your dishwasher overloaded when you try to run it? Disaster, it shuts off mid-cycle and you end up with filthy dishes! No worries, this guide is here to help. Learn the reasons for the problem and how to fix them.
WHAT’S CAUSING THIS PROBLEM?
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Improper door lock
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Solenoid valve malfunction
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Out-of-Service flowmeter
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Drain pump blockage
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Abnormality of the pressure switch and compression chamber
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Cycling pump shutdown
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Resistor defect
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CTN probe failure
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Leakage of one of the elements
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Faulty power board
WARNING
Before you do anything to your appliance, make sure you disconnect it from the power supply.
There is a risk of electric shock.
The door lock is damaged
The door lock helps keep the door closed during the wash cycle. However, if its hinges are defective, it is possible that the door is no longer parallel to the floor. This fault can prevent the door lock from keeping closed. The dishwasher will then interrupt the current cycle to prevent water spilling all over your floor. Replacing the hinges may solve your problem.
Buying hinges for your dishwasher
The solenoid valve shuts off during the program
The electric faucet that manages the distribution of water can be either a solenoid valve or an aquastop. It can be cut off during the cycle, the water will no longer enter the device and will cause the machine to stop washing your dishes. To find out if it is defective, you need to find a value between 2 and 4 KOhms on your multimeter. If you can’t find these values then you will need to replace it.
Buying a solenoid valve for your dishwasher
The flowmeter no longer provides information
The flowmeter is the working part that measures the number of gallons of water in the dishwasher. It activates every time the dishwasher is filled. When its propeller or inductive sensor is defective, the flowmeter cannot inform the dishwasher about the amount of water present and that will cause it to stop. The inductive sensor will probably need to be replaced in order to fix this problem.
Buy an inductive sensor for the dishwasher
The drain pump is blocked
The drainage pump allows the water from the dishwasher to drain away. If it is damaged or blocked, the water will no longer be able to drain. In this case, when the cycle is stopped, there will be water left in the tub of the appliance, which makes it easy to identify the problem. You will then need to drain the water and then check your propeller. If you find anything abnormal in it, remove it and restart the cycle. If there is nothing in your propeller, then you will need to test your drainage pump using your ohmmeter. Its value should be between 150 and 300 ohms. If you can’t find any value then the drainage pump is defective and will need to be replaced.
Buying a drain pump for your dishwasher/a>
The pressure switch and compression chamber are defective
The pressure switch and compression chamber are two components of your device connected by a small hose. Their role is to indicate to the dishwasher the presence of water. If one or both elements have an anomaly, the device will fail and shut down. If your compression chamber is clogged, the dishwasher will stop as soon as the cycle starts and will not allow water to come in. If, after cleaning the problem persists (and even if the hose is in good condition), then a pressure switch replacement will be necessary.
Buying a pressure switch for your dishwasher
Cycling pump is cut off
The cycling pump is a motor that allows the proper functioning of your dishwasher’s water cycle. It can be shut off when the appliance is running. Your dishwashing machine will not make any noise. If the device indicates a fault on the pump, it is worth checking that nothing is preventing propeller rotation. On some models, the pump is equipped with a starter capacitor. Test the pump with your multimeter set to capacitance mode. If, after checking all the elements, everything seems normal, then it will probably be necessary to replace it.
The coil no longer heats
The heating element is the component that ensures the water in your household appliance is warm enough during whatever dishwasher program is selected. You can test it with your multimeter, its value should be between 20 and 40 ohms. If it has no value, a replacement is needed. On some models, the dishwasher will start even if the heating element is defective; however, it will stop immediately when the water is heated. The device will fail, and a fault code or flashing lights will appear.
Buy a coil for your dishwasher
A malfunction of the CTN probe
The CTN probe (NTC sensor) is used to regulate the temperature of the water. On some models, it will not stop the cycle, while on others, it will cause the dishwasher to fail when heating. This part is a bit special to check, its resistance varies depending on the manufacturer, so please give us the model number of your appliance and we will tell you the expected readings when it’s working well.
There’s a leak
Most dishwashers are equipped with an anti-overflow system so you don’t end up with wet feet. When your appliance is no longer waterproof, your drain pump will activate thanks to this system. If during the cycle you hear the drain pump starting, it is likely that your machine has a leak. To identify the source, it will be necessary to dismantle the side panels as well as the skirting board at the bottom. Once you’ve located it, all you have to do is replace the item that has an anomaly.
The power board is faulty
The control board is the component that controls all the functions of your dishwasher. If after checking all the other parts, the cycle still stops halfway. Then you will have to test it by measuring the voltage that is supplied to the part that no longer works. If it doesn’t work at all, a new one will need to be replaced. However, a new electronic control board is expensive, so only replace it if you’re sure it’s failing.