Dishwasher Error Codes and Alarms Guide

Issue

  • My dishwasher is displaying an error code

Applies to

  • Dishwashers

Solution

01-24 - Delayed option has been activated

  • This indicates that the delay option has been enabled and will begin the cycle once the displayed time reaches 0. Simply cancelling this feature will start the selected cycle. Pressing cancel a second time will cancel the selected cycle an the unit will start a drain routine. Pressing cancel a third time will cancel the drain routine and the unit will shut off.

1-199 - Number of minutes left in a cycle

LOC - Indicates the door is locked

CL or Cd - Door is open

  • This code is displayed to indicate that the door has not been successfully closed and latched. Check to ensure that this is done and when successful, the error code will turn off. If the consumer is not able to close the door, service should be contact to check and repair.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher Error Code CL or Cd

Hd or HO - Heat delay or heater on mode activated

  • The unit is in the "Heat Delay" or "Heater On" mode. This delay is to allow the dishwasher to heat the water to the optimal temperature for best performance. The colder the water is, the longer the delay time will take to heat the water to the proper temperature. This normally is approximately 1 to 2 min. for each degree in temperature rise.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher Error Code Hd or HO

i20 - Unit did not drain completely

  • Check for the following items:
    • Knockout plug in disposer has been removed.
    • Drain hose is not blocked or obstructed.
    • Drain hose is not Pinched or restricted.
    • Drain hose is at the correct height a min. of 32” from the floor.
    • Filters and sump are clear of any food soils.
  • This can be reset by:
    • Pressing the cancel button
    • Turning power off at the breaker
    • Unplugging the dishwasher for 3 minutes.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher Error Code i20

i40 - Clogged filter or sump

  • Occurs when food soils have built up in the sump.
  • Try cleaning out the your glass trap and filter and re-run the unit.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher Error Code i40
  • If the error code continues please contact us for further assistance.

PF - Loss of Power

  • This indicates that the unit has lost power.
  • Press the START/CANCEL button should cancel this error and a new cycle can be started.
  • For more information refer to Dishwasher Error Code PF

PR ES ST AR T or PRESS START - Press Start

  • This is NOT an error code, PRESS START will scroll across the display instructing the user to close the door within 5 seconds of pressing the start button.

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