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Tracey Gowens Posted on Sep 20, 2012
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Water wont drain

Water does not spray or drain properly

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If the water in your dishwasher does not spray or drain properly, there are a number of things you can do. Start by giving your dishwasher a thorough cleaning and see if that helps. See How to clean a dishwasher for step-by-step instructions.

Next, consult the owner's manual for simple instructions on how to access and clean your dishwasher's filter.

Look where the dishwasher drain hose snakes through from one cabinet to the other. Does the hose look flattened or kinked? Do you see any sharp bends? If so, straighten out the hose with your hands and manipulate it so that it regains its rounded shape.

If your dishwasher drains through the garbage disposal, try running the garbage disposal for a bit to process and clear any food.

Does your dishwasher spray your dishes, but it does not advance to the next stage and drain the dirty water? The timer controls the start of the draining process. You may need an entirely new timer or a new motor for the timer. Repair service is recommended.

If you hear a humming or grinding noise, that's an indication that bits of glass, broken dish pieces, beans or seeds may be caught in the pump impeller.

For more troubleshooting steps and solutions, see Dishwasher not draining. I hope this helps!

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Pressure washer wont spray,gas motor runs good,unhooked hose and wand,still will not spray,

Sounds like you haven't connected a garden hose to it and turned it on. Got'a have good water pressure to the machine to have it spray. Without the water connected, and you run it a bunch the pump may be burned out as it needs the water, to keep the pump cool. Even then it should spray water even if not boosted much. There's normally a water drain on the pump so water can be drained for storage. If it's lost or open it'll blow the water out that's coming from the garden hose.
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My machine is showing se

SE also comes up as 5e
The '5E' Error is displayed when the water is not draining properly from the Washing Machine. If the water does not drain in 15 minutes, a buzzer will sound , and the remaining time indicator will show '5E' Error.
You can perform following steps to resolve the issue :

? Clean the debris filter.

? Make sure the drain hose is not clogged.To make it unclogged, Detach the drain hose from washing machine. Attach the spray nozzle to the end of the hose. Aim the sprayer into the clogged washer hose and spray water kinetically down the hose. Continue spraying until the hose is no longer clogged.

? Make sure the drain hose is not frozen.

? Make sure the drain hose is installed correctly.
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Not finishing cycle

Is it draining out the water?? Dishwashers fill, spray, and drain more than several times during a cycle. After starting a cycle, let the unit fill, start spraying, and then cancel the cycle--listen for the drain pump activating and pumping out the water. If water is not being drained properly(within a certain time limit), the unit will error code out and stop. Also, make sure the filter is clear--if it gets clogged with "muck", enough water won't be sprayed onto the dishes properly, the pump will require too much energy to try to pump water, the control will sense this and shut down the unit to protect it.
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My Scotsman CE33A cycles on and fills with water then within 3 r 4 minutes the water volume goes down and wont spray up into mold.i can fill the resivor with water and it does fine until the water lev

In the water reservoir there is a tube that maintains the water height during operation. It fits in the overflow drain hole and keeps the water level at the proper level. This tube is either not installed into the bottom of the reservoir properly or it is broken.
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Dishwasher will fill up with water but wont clean dishes.

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If you are noticing that the dishes are not clean, then there are a few things to check for. Check the soap powder if it's kept in a dry environment. Also try replacing the powder with something like a gel or liquid. Next thing to check for is the water pressure and fill valve. Check if the water is filling in and the spray arms are throwing the water with enough pressure. Try and listen to the sound if you hear a proper spraying action sound.

If it seems as a low water pressure then check the fill valve. Now, check if dishwasher is draining the water or not. While the dishwasher is working check whether the dishwasher is draining and there is not much left out water after the cycle is complete. Try cleaning the spray arm with a soft brush. The water temperature plays a major role in cleaning of dishes. The temp should be between 125 and 150 F for dishwasher to clean the dishes.


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WATER DOES NOT DRAIN COMPLETELY

Your dishwasher's drain pump is not designed to work until the water is completely drained but rather in sync with the timer. The motor will stop when the timer stops no matter how much water is left inside the machine.
In your case, either of the following is causing the trouble:
  1. There's a part clogging in the drain line.
  2. A debris is caught in the drain pump impeller.
  3. Drain valve is not opening completely.
  4. Worn belt if your washer uses a belt to drive the pump.
Here's the remedy to each of them:
  1. Remove the drain line to clear any debris from the hose or hose connection at the household drain line connection. Reattach the hose before starting the dishwasher again.
  2. The drain pump is usually mounted directly to the motor and attached to the bottom of the dishwasher. Remove the lower rack, the spray arm, and the spray arm support to reach the pump from inside the dishwasher. Look for the wash impeller, which forces the water through the spray arm. Beneath it is the drain impeller, which is similar in size and shape to the wash impeller. Clear the drain impeller from any debris that prevent it from pumping out water properly.
  3. Sometimes the drain valve solenoid or the diverting lever sticks and prevents the dishwasher from draining properly. Lubricate the lever to free it up. Replace it otherwise.
  4. If your machine uses a belt to drive the pump, the belt may have been worn and cannot drive the pump properly. Replace the belt if that is the case.
Feel free to give updates.

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No water spraying out

Problem; No water or solution
After taking the unit apart TWICE trying to determine the problem I finally realized that the rubber washer on the bottom of the solution tank had come off the tank. It was stuck in the drain - I pulled it out of the drain and put it back on the bottom of tank. Now the tank could sit down properly on the drain. As soon as I put the tank back on the machine, bubbles came up through the solution in the tank indicating that solution had drained into the system as it was supposed to.
I started up the machine and it worked like new again.

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Dishwasher not draining properly. How much water

Its likely to be one of the following

a) a partially blocked drainhose
b/ the solenoid on the drain valve not opening closing probably
c) a blocked drain valve with a piece of bone or debris

This article should help you:

Dishwasher Basics The main parts of a dishwasher are: Control mechanism
The control mechanism is located inside the door behind the control panel. Many units use a simple electro-mechanical system: a timer determines how long each part of the cycle lasts and activates the proper function at the proper time (such as the detergent dispenser, wash spray and draining functions). Units that are more expensive might have a computerized control system. Modern units also have a door latch that must be closed for the unit to run. Some also have child safety locks. Intake valve
This is where water from the home's water supply enters the dishwasher. The unit's pump doesn't pump the water into the basin – when the intake valve opens, water pressure drives the water into the unit. Pump
An electric motor powers the pump. During the pump cycle, the pump forces water up into the spray arms. During the drain cycle, the pump directs the water into the drain hose. The motor-pump assembly is mounted beneath the basin, in the center of the dishwasher. There are two main types of pump:
  • Reversible
    These pumps switch between pumping water to the spray arms and pumping water to the drain by reversing the direction of the motor. Reversible pumps are usually vertically mounted. dishwasher-11.jpg
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  • Direct-drive
    The motor runs in one direction, so the direction of flow is switched from spray arms to drain by a solenoid that opens and closes the appropriate valves or switches one hose connection to another. Non-reversible pumps are usually horizontally mounted. dishwasher-12.jpg
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Dishwashers can be installed in either a portable or a permanent configuration. Portable units have finished sides and top that can be used as a countertop. When not in use, the machine sits in place next to the wall. When it's time to run a cycle, the unit can be rolled on casters over to the sink, where it connects to the faucet and plugs into a nearby outlet. In a permanent installation, the dishwasher goes underneath the existing countertop and bolts into place. Hoses underneath the kitchen sink connect directly to the hot water line and the drain line, and the unit usually plugs in under the sink as well. Both types of installation require a 120-volt grounded line.
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Wont pumb the water through to the sprays to wash dishes

Try Cleaning Out the, Drain at the Bottom. It might be Clogged with food etc.
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Have new Hotoint dishwasher that wont drain. Drain not clogged !?

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If the water doesn't drain from your dishwasher, check these: Pump Your dishwasher pump ejects the water. The pump is usually mounted directly to the motor, then attached to the bottom of the dishwasher. You can reach the pump from inside the dishwasher, but first you need to remove the lower rack, the spray arm, and the spray arm support.

Look for an impeller--a round plastic fan blade-type of device that spins around. This is the wash impeller, which forces the water through the spray arm. Beneath the wash impeller is the drain impeller, which is similar in size and shape to the wash impeller. The drain impeller pushes the water toward the drain port. These components make up the pump. If any of the pump components are defective, you need to replace them.


Drain line/air gap Often the problem is at the point where the drain line attaches to the garbage disposer or household drain line. If you remove this line, you can clear any debris from the hose or hose connection. Be sure to reattach the hose before starting the dishwasher again


Drain valve and/or solenoid Many dishwashers use a drain valve with an electric solenoid. When electricity flows to the solenoid, the valve opens and diverts the water to the drain. Sometimes the solenoid, or the diverting lever, sticks and prevents the dishwasher from draining or filling properly. Try to free up the solenoid to lubricate the lever. Otherwise, you may have to replace the solenoid or pump assembly. With these systems, the motor always rotates in one direction. When it's energized, the drain valve diverts the water.

Other dishwashers simply reverse the direction of the motor to drain the dishwasher. These units don't have a drain valve. Instead, there's a drain hose connected directly to the pump housing.

Belt One brand of dishwasher uses a belt to drive the pump. If this belt is broken or has fallen off, replace it.

Motor If the motor isn't turning or working, the unit won't drain. First check to be sure you have power to the dishwasher. If not, see the section "It doesn't work at all." If the motor hums but doesn't turn, it may need to be replaced.

Some dishwashers are susceptible to getting stuck if you don't run them regularly. If you haven't run the dishwasher for more than a week, you may need to manually spin the motor to free it up. If the motor is defective, you need to replace it. Dishwasher motors can't be serviced.

Timer Part of what the timer does is control the motor and drain valve. If the timer doesn't work properly, the water may not drain and you need to replace the timer. This problem is uncommon.


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