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Maytag 24 in. MDBH950AWS Built-in Dishwasher Questions & Answers
My Maytag MDB9100 won't allow water in to wash the
You seem to know at least something about washers and that is a PLUS. Yes, you can replace these components. If your washer runs through the cycle WITHOUT any water in it...more than likely it is the water level switch. If it was the water supply valve it would stop the machine after a short time.
Impeller is spinning counter clockwise on the wash motor.
Did anyone find out why the motor was spinning what seemed to be the wrong direction? My motor went out and I installed and new one same connectors and everything. Then the dishwasher wouldn't clean I bypassed the door switch and view the wash cycle and the arms weren't turning.. they are clean and not damaged. So I took it apart and viewed the impeller turning what appears to be the wrong direction.. even spinning to where the dull side off the chopper blade is the leading edge... could there be an issue with my new motor or a circuit board or some other issue. Wondering if there is a way to change the motor rotation with out causing other issues
It wont start. the hi temp and heavy button are the only buttons that come on
OK I am not an expert but I have spent the last two weeks learning about and fixing my dishwasher! Hopefully I can save you a headache. Try the following:* Flip the switch off and on in your breaker/circuit box. May reset your washer.* If that doesn't work, try running diagnostic/reset cycles by pressing heated dry -normal- heated dry or heated dry-sanitize-heated dry in sequence. If the cycles run fine, you will rule out a power, latch, motor/drying issue. It also may (hopefully) reset your system.* If normal function still does not resume, make sure your power (from the breaker box) is turned off and unscrew (with a star-shaped screwdriver bit - check your car emergency kit/toolbox, you may find you have it) and open the front button control panel and check all connections. Try carefully unplugging and replugging wires and look for any corrosion/moisture on the circuit board. * If that does not work, test the circuit board by unplugging the green ribbon cable from the control panel, reassembling with the ribbon cable unplugged, flipping your circuit back on and then closing the dishwasher door. If the drain motor runs, it will show you that there is still some function with the circuit board. Although it doesn't rule out the circuit board completely, it will point to a most likely control (button) panel issue and try replacing that. If the drain test does NOT run, it may be the circuit board that needs to be replaced.Hopefully some of that helps!
The control panel is flashing
Hi.
The
model indicated: MDB5651A does not have display and the error codes are
shown like flashing lights. If that is your model and problem please
just tell me what lights are flashing.
In Maytag with display
instead, the L on display means that the machine is control locked. That
is not an error message, but a code telling that the machine has been
locked by the user (probably by mistake since you are the user).
I quote from Maytag technical documentation:
? If a cycle or option pad is pressed after the controls have been
locked, the indicator light next to lock graphic will flash five
times. On selected models with a countdown display, the display will
flash the symbol "L" simultaneously with lock indicator.
? This option does not lock the door, only the dishwasher controls.
To set :
1. Press the Heated Dry pad for three seconds.
2. An indicator light next to the lock graphic will illuminate when the controls are locked.
To Cancel Control Lock:
1. Press the Heated Dry pad for three seconds.
2. The indicator light will go off as instructed.
Try pressing the the Heated Dry pad for three seconds. If that doesn't work disconnect power.
Connect back and try again unlock (power off does not remove the lock).
If that still does not work there may be a faulty part. In that case
turn appliance off and give me the full model number.
Start
holding down the Heated Dry pad for three seconds. In normal conditions
that is enough to get rid of the L and of control lock.
If you need parts or schematics see this tip explaining how to find parts and diagrams for most appliances: Where do I find parts and diagrams for my appliance?
Regards.
Ginko
Glasses and dishes not coming clean on top shelf
If you have hard water, glasses can look spotted and cloudy even after cleaning. Sometimes changing the dishwasher detergent can help. The easiest solution to clearing up glasses that start to look cloudy is to add some vinegar to the bottom of the dishwasher before you start a cycle. Simply add 1/4 of white vinegar and it will clear up your glasses very well.
You should see marked improvement after the first time you do this. If they are not crystal clear then simply repeat the process until all of the cloudiness is gone. In fact I recommend to using a little vinegar in each cycle to maintain the clarity of the glass.
Note: you can pre-test this by rubbing some vinegar on an individual glass with a cloth. If you cannot remove the cloudiness by soaking it and rubbing vinegar on it then it is possible that the glass is etched due to harsh or cheap dishwasher detergent and vinegar will not solve the problem.
Dishes aren't clean when they
Hi
White film deposits are observed if water is hard or when you are using more detergent than needed, try filling detergent cup half way. Try using white vinegar after the wash cycle is complete, run a complete cycle. Also turn down the heat on the hot water fed to the dishwasher. Try using water softener for better results.You can also add vinegar in the final rinse cycle. Make sure that your soap dispenser drawer is opening and closing fine.Hope this helps... Please post back if more information is required.
Daniel
Broken handle
Should be able to order one of these from dealer, or go on-line to purchase a new one. Good luck, best regards
The washer leaves a lot
Hi,
The scum, film and white
residue problems have started since the reduction of
phosphates in dishwasher detergents.
Here is a tip that
will help you to solve the problem of films, residue, and scum in
your dishwasher.
Dishwasher
Residue and Film on Dishes
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Power to conrol board but
If you changed the control board and control panel then and it worked for awhile I'd sugguest you look at that first. You board should have came in a ESD bag. I worked in a factory and I know that boards are very sensitive to electro static discharge. Ex. walking on a rug and shocking a computer board. When this happens computer boards are damaged and will work for a period of time, however, they will fail eventually. When handling boards be sure to ground yourself buy touching metal on the dishwasher and then touching the board unless you have an esd cord.
Hope I was helpful please rate me a 4 if that helped
Have a super day!
Machine runs but not cleaning dishes
You may have debris in the sprayer arm jets. It is usually simple to remove the sprayer arms. Then rinse them well using the sink sprayer for forceful water power. I have sometimes had to use a tweezer to remove bits of plastic, paper, bone, or food particles. Once you've remove the debris, rinse well forcing water through to dislodge any other debris. Once you've reattached the sprayer arms, you should have cleaner dishes.
Also, some brands of dishwashers have a pipe that runs up the inside back wall and connects to a pipe that runs under the top shelf. Water flowing through this pipe under the top shelf propels the sprayer arms. If the connection at the back is not flush with the "propel" pipe there won't be enough water pressure to turn the sprayer arm. Check to see if your dishwasher has this type of set up.
I hope this works. If it does, please let Fixya know by rating my solution.
Good luck!
There is water pouring out of the snorkal on my
Hello there:
There are 2 possible reasons this is happening .
Drain line/air gap
A
clog in the drain line or air gap (if there is one) is the usual reason
that a dishwasher won't drain. 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.
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.
Nope. My challenge is
Hi,
There are three things that are often the cause for this to happen.
-There is a problem with your
timer-The
Bi-metal switch or
wax motor is bad or not activating
-The
detergent cup itself
To check out in more detail what the exact cause of your problem is, read this tip carefully and check over your machine to see what is happening there....
DishwasherRepair Problem
Detergent Cup does not Openheatman101
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