The Unknown - Dishwashers!

Yes, the dishwasher is filling up with water in the bottom and won't drain. The lines appear to be clear. Does anyone have any advice on how to get this thing to start draining? Or, on a good affordable new dishwasher?

Thanks,
Molo

dead pump, bad timer, clog.

Thanks Jim

I have believe I have ruled out clog. If its a pump or timer prob. should I hire someone to fix it, or just replace the thing?

Molo

If your timer rotates through the entire cycle like normal, then the problem is probably in your pump. If your timer stops during the cycle, then your timer is bad. There is also a solenoid that opens and closes the drain valve, which could also be bad. That's the loud click you hear several times during a cycle. In any case, it would cost almost as much to have a technician come out as it would to replace the darn thing. Aside from the solenoid, the parts to fix this could be prohibitively expensive, even if you knew how to effect the repairs.

Here's a link to a dishwasher troubleshooting guide. Just scroll down 'til you find the section on "dishwasher not draining."



http://www.repairclinic.com/0088_9_1.asp#Level1_4

Replacing the pump will depend on its age and brand as some can be quite pricey to repair. Onec repaired you will have an old repaired DW. Or if replaced one with a warranty, new looking and a longer expected life B4 any repairs. If you call a good appliance repair shop and give them the Brand and Model they should be able to give you total cost for Labor and Mat. to replace the pump.