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Posted on Apr 07, 2009

Whirlpool dishwasher is not fully draining after cycle complete

I just purchased the new dishwasher about 3 weeks ago. It runs fine, but the water doesn't completely drain out after the cycle is completed.
It will, however, fully drain out when I push the Cancel/Drain button at the end of the cycle. I understand that there is supposed to be some water left to keep things from drying out. It's enough water to completely cover the large round black food grinder. It seems to me that it's still too much standing water left, though.
Thanks for your help!

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THE PROBLEM SOUNDS TO BE WITH THE INSTALLATION OF THE DISHWASHER ITSELF. YOU NEED TO MAKE SURE YOUR DRAIN HOSE IS NOT KINKED AND ALSO THAT THE DRAIN HOSE FORMS A LOOP. IN OTHER WORDS IT SHOULD GO STRAIGHT UP BEHIND THE UNIT AND THEN DOWN INTO THE SINK OR DISPOSAL.THIS SHOULD TAKE CARE OF YOUR PROBLEM.

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