October 17, 2024

Fisher and Paykel dish drawer error codes

These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. For repair how-to help, visit the PartsDirect repair help section, which includes repair help for dishwashers, other major appliances, lawn and garden equipment, garage door openers, vacuum cleaners and more. Search for your model number to find a complete list of replacement parts for your dishwasher.

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Error Code

Condition

DIY advice

Water leak detected

Check/Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher and remove the drawer(s). Check the lid seal, hoses and heater plate seal for leaks. Replace any leaking components.

Possible parts

Lid seal, hoses, heater plate seal

Motor failure

Check/Repair

Check for an obstruction in the rotor. Remove any obstruction and check motor operation. Replace the motor if damaged. Shut off power to the dishwasher and check the motor wiring connections. Reconnect any loose wires. Replace the wire harness if damaged.

Possible parts

Motor, wire harness

Water temperature too hot (above 185 F)

Check/Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher and check the heating element. Replace the heating element if damaged. If the heating element is okay, then the electronic control heater relay likely is stuck. Replace the electronic control.

Possible parts

Heating element, electronic control

Water temperature not increasing

Check/Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher and check the wiring connections on the heating element. If the wiring is ok, replace the heating element.

Possible parts

Heating element

Electronic control failure

Check/Repair

Shut off power to the dishwasher for 30 seconds and then restore power. If the code returns after restore power, replace the electronic control.

Possible parts

Electronic control

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Fisher and Paykel dish drawer error codes

Most common symptoms to help you fix your dishwashers

Why does my dishwasher door drop open too fast?

Why don't my dishes get dry?

Why won't my dishwasher fill?

Why won't my dishwasher start?

Why isn't my dishwasher getting dishes clean?

Why is my dishwasher noisy?

Why won't my dishwasher drain?

Why can't I adjust the dishwasher rack height?

Why is my dishwasher leaking?

Most common repair guides to help fix your dishwashers

How to replace a dishwasher water inlet valve

How to replace a dishwasher detergent dispenser

How to replace a dishwasher door outer panel

Effective articles & videos to help repair your dishwashers

5 Holiday Cleaning Tasks Essential to Boosting Your Home’s Image

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