Dishwasher only runs in rinse only mode!

Since the troubleshooting and repair process is too lengthy to include here, please go to the following link: http://www.appliance411.com/service/repairmanual.shtml
to open [or download] the service / repair manual. It is free.

Scroll about half way down the page, in the left column, under Maytag products, select the Maytag / Jenn Air / Jet Clean II "Tall Tub" Dishwasher repair manual... it covers your model dishwasher..

It includes a troubleshooting guide as well repairing instructions

Best wishes on your project.

try re-setting it. unplug power. visually see if d/w looks clean. re-connect and run an empty short cycle ensuring door properly closed. good luck

Most likely the control panel is defective. Go to the repairclinic.com for further diagnostic help and parts.

Try waiting it out - some dishwashers like to run a rinse first to get off the easy stuff, then it starts the wash cycle. Let it run it's cycle and see if it works.

Try a reset. I have a kitchenaid. The reset is to press the sani-rinse, hea-dry, sani-rinse, heat -dry, then close the door. You can hear action the dishwasher doing something. Takes about 2-3 minutes, then stops. At this point I was able to select a wash cycle and start, close the door, and it started. Good luck

You assume correct. The control board switches the direction, but if there's a mechanical problem like a bad start capacitor, then it won't run

Ok try this, open the door and then hit these buttons in the following combination. HI TEMP - DRY - HI TEMP - DRY...then close door and press cancel...then wait for the pump to shut down. you should be able to run a cycle after this...If this fails to fix the problem give me the make and model # of the dishwasher, this can normally be found just inside the door.

sounds like a stuck key pad since you said the normal wash button flashed.. the other thing is try holding the door shut while you run it.. to see of it is maybe not latching properly..

Getting Started
1. Load dishwasher (See Preparing and Loading Dishes).
2. Add detergent (See Dishwasher Dispenser & Detergents).
3. Add rinse aid, if needed (See Rinse Aid).
4. Close door to latch.
5. Select desired CYCLE (See Cycle Chart).
6. Select desired OPTIONS (See Energy Options). The indicator light above the pad will glow when selected.
7. Run hot water faucet nearest dishwasher until water is hot. Turn water off.
8. To start, press START/CANCEL pad.


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The lights will typically blink when the door comes open. It may be that when the washer warms up, parts of it expands and allows the door to open slightly. It may also be that the trigger that registers the door being shut is not being tripped.