Dishwasher is not fully draining? do i need a plumber or dishwasher repair person?

I did the same thing recently. I've been trying to get it fixed, but it doesn't seem to drain completely. Were you able to get yours fixed with the last answer that was posted? http://www.benfranklinplumbingmorganton.com/sewer-and-drain-cleaning-hickory/

Sounds like your sink drain trap or line is clogged. When the dishwasher drains, the sink drain can't keep up, the water backs up, then backs down the dishwasher drain line into the dishwasher. You may not notice the slow line when you run a little water into the sink, but with the amount of water coming from the dishwasher the problem is worse. You can try taking off the trap under the sink and making sure it's clear. If the problem is farther down the drain line, you can try snaking it yourself, or call a plumber. I don't recommend using Liquid Plumr or Drano because if those don't work, they leave the line full of caustic chemicals for the next person who works on it. That can be dangeerous.

Problems associated with water from the kitchen sink back filling into the dishwasher are caused by the drain line on the dishwasher not having a high end loop. In simple terms, the dishwasher line is too low and is providing a path for the water to flow in the wrong direction. Reposition the drain line so that it loops just above the sink drain. Then, anchor it to the wall so that it does not move. This will provide and air gap and creates just enough resistance to keep the sink water from entering the dishwasher. I have included a link to a webpage that illustrates what I am referring to:


http://homeimprovementteam.com/standing-water-in-dishwasher


If you have any further questions, please post back and let me know. I hope this helps you.

NOTE: If you are experiencing problems with the sink draining as well, then you may have a plumbing releated issue.

you may want to have a qualified person (plumber) check the drain hookup.

Hi,
You need to cal an appliance repair professional...the dishwasher fills from the house plumbing, but if it is not washing right that is an internal problen with the dishwasher....probably there is stuff in the pump or the pump is going bad...

heatman101

if the water is dirty you need a plumber, if clean appliance repair tech.

sounds like you have a pluged drain line I would start with the plumber

Hi psnell,

I'm Harvey the Master Plumber.

Your problem is: water does not drain out

If the motor runs but it won't empty then the pump needs replacement. If the unit washes but the motor won't come on to empty then you have a control problem. The pump is under and requires removing the d/w. The control is in the top of the door. You might consider utilizing the Repair Directory to find a repair man. If the d/w has some years on it you may compare the costs of repair verses replacement.

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Hi meeey,

I'm Harvey the Master Plumber.

Your problem is: Your dishwasher dose not drain water, and now dose not turn on the machin
Any body can help you?


If the motor runs but it won't empty then the pump needs replacement. If the unit washes but the motor won't come on to empty then you have a control problem. Either way I don't recomend this repair to the average homeowner. You might consider utilizing our Repair Directory to find a repair man. If the d/w dosen't come on at all then it may be time to consider replacement.

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Hi ris3girls,

I'm Harvey the Master Plumber.

Your problem is: You have a Kenmore portable d/w and it won't drain. You don't know what to check?

If the motor runs but it won't empty then the pump needs replacement. If the unit washes but the motor won't come on to empty then you have a control problem. Either way I don't recomend this repair to the average homeowner. You might consider utilizing the Repair Directory to find a repair man. If the d/w has some years on it you may compare the costs of repair verses replacement.

Feel free contact me again!
Please give me a rating here at fixya.com before you sign off
Thank you,
Harvey your Master Plumber