Maytag dishwasher not turning on

What to expect when you experience a Maytag dishwasher not turning on issue

How is the not turning on problem fixed?

Correcting most not turning on problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, user interface control or power supply 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 turning on

When the dishwasher is not turning on 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 turning on 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.

Maytag Dishwasher Won’t Turn On Troubleshooting

When your Maytag dishwasher won’t turn on, check the light switch beside the sink (next to the light switch for the garbage disposal). If that light switch isn’t turned on, your dishwasher won’t get electrical power. Turn that light switch on if you find it turned off.

If that initial troubleshooting step doesn’t solve the problem when your Maytag dishwasher won’t turn on, follow these additional steps to restore power to the dishwasher.

• Check the dishwasher electrical power cord to make sure it’s plugged securely into the outlet. Shifting items in the cabinet under your kitchen sink can sometimes knock the plug out of the outlet.
• Check the house circuit breaker for the dishwasher outlet. Reset the house circuit breaker if you find it tripped.
• Test the electrical outlet for the dishwasher by plugging a night light or small appliance into that outlet. If the outlet is dead, have an electrician fix that electrical outlet.

If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help you fix the problem with your Maytag dishwasher that won’t turn on, a failed electronic control board, bad control panel or wiring failure could be causing the issue. Schedule dishwasher repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the problem.