Fisher & Paykel dishwasher not draining
Common reasons your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher is not draining
The most common reasons your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher is not draining are a failed drain pump, cracked drain hose or a defective electronic control board.
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Drain Pump17% of the time it's the
Drain Hose10% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board22% of the time it's the
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher
Drain Pump Replacement
A dishwasher that’s not draining often has a failed drain pump. The drain pump motor could be bad or the drain pump impeller could be damaged. The drain pump may make a loud noise when the impeller is damaged. The motor may make a loud buzzing noise or not make any noise at all if it isn’t spinning the impeller during the drain portion of the dishwashing cycle. The drain pump is hard to access so you’ll need to have a Sears Home Services Technician check out the drain pump and replace it if it isn’t working.
Drain Hose Replacement
When the dishwasher will not drain properly, a cracked or clogged drain hose could be causing the failure. The drain hose connect to the drain pump and carries wastewater to the sink drain. The drain hose has a check valve to prevent drain water from siphoning back into the dishwasher at the end of the drain routine. A cracked hose or check valve can let water blow back into the tub when the drain pump stops. Accessing the drain hose is difficult so you’ll need to have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert fix the drain hose when it’s cracked or damaged.
Electronic Control Board Replacement
If your dishwasher is not draining, you can suspect that it has a defective electronic control board if the drain pump doesn’t run. The control board should send electrical current to the drain pump during the drain portion of the dishwashing cycle. A failed relay or corrupted logic on the circuit board could prevent the control board from sending electrical current to the drain pump. Determining whether an electronic control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the dishwasher when it is not draining.
What to expect when you experience a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher not draining issue
How is the not draining problem fixed?
Correcting most not draining problems usually involves replacing the drain pump, drain hose or electronic control board. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher that is not draining
When the dishwasher is not draining it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a dishwasher not draining diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Drawer Not Draining Troubleshooting
When you find a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawer not draining, check the sink drain to make sure it’s clear. If the kitchen sink is clogged, use a plumber’s snake to clear the clog or have a plumber fix the kink drain.
If your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drain line connects to the garbage disposal under your kitchen sink, check to see if the garbage disposal is full and preventing the dishwasher drawer from draining. Run the garbage disposal to clear the dishwasher drain path if the garbage disposal is full.
If you recently installed a new garbage disposal, make sure that the knockout plug for the dishwasher drain connection is removed. If you failed to complete this step when installing a new garbage disposal, the dishwasher won’t drain.
Check the air gap if one is installed in the dishwasher drain system. Clear debris from the air gap or replace that component if it’s clogged.
If these basic troubleshooting steps don’t help you resolve the problem with your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawer not draining, schedule service through Sears Home Services and we’ll send a technician to your home to fix the dishwasher.
If your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher leaves water standing, clogged filters or a stuck drain valve might be to blame. Stagnant water promotes unpleasant smells and incomplete rinses. Rather than scooping out the basin, enlist dishwasher repair service near me. Proper drainage helps maintain a fresh, functional machine.
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