Top 20 Frigidaire FDB949GF Dishwasher Questions & Answers

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My dishwasher is not cleaning the dishes on the

There is a pipe/tube that runs up the back of the inside of your dishwasher. This provides water for the top spray arm. The spray arm has a feeder tube that covers the pipe in the back. If for some reason the feeder tube has come dislodged, the water just drips back down into the dishwasher, never touching your upper shelf. My kids used to jam cutting boards and other large items into the lower shelf and in so doing, would dislodge the upper spray arm feeder tube. Just pull out the upper shelf and check to see that the tube is in the correct position. This should solve the problem.

If not, then the spray arm may have debris in it that keeps the water from being forced through the jets. You'll need to flush the arm with the spray attachment on your kitchen sink. I sometimes use tweezers or a toothpick to dislodge bits of peelings, paper, or bone that manage to get into the sprayer arm.
I hope one of these tips helps. If it does,please come back to fixya and rate my answer.
7/3/2011 10:31:46 PM • Frigidaire... • 421 views • 0 helpful votes
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How do you fix the door latch?? will not latch so

You must take the screws out that hold the front panel on. Lean the inner panel away from the front and you will see the latch system .
11/25/2010 3:59:01 PM • Frigidaire... • 90 views • 0 helpful votes
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I have a fridgidaire Gallery

Most likely the wash sump is blocked. Refer this diagram. You will have to open the sump (item 14) and look for the golf ball type device (item 58). This must be stuck in the drain position. This dishwasher uses common sump for wash and drain and the ball acts like a valve to direct water in the proper direction.

Not sure if you replaced the motor assembly because the motor was not working or because you felt it was linked to the water not circulating.

Hope this helps fix the problem. Please rate the solution to help fixya serve you better in future.
10/13/2010 9:21:20 PM • Frigidaire... • 257 views • 0 helpful votes
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Water collects in bottom of tub after cleaning

does unit have a vent? if not open door after cycle
7/1/2010 4:10:35 AM • Frigidaire... • 65 views • 0 helpful votes
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Dishwasher

its most likely a open/close solenoid to allow fresh water hot and cold in. the suction pump sounds like its working
4/17/2010 6:37:57 PM • Frigidaire... • 128 views • 1 helpful votes
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Replacing detergent dispenser

take the door apart, the dispenser will pop out and you can rehok the new. make sure the seal is good
2/17/2009 8:54:30 PM • Frigidaire... • 576 views • 2 helpful votes
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Frigidaire dishwasher doesn't drain at end of cycle.

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4 Tips for a Frigidaire Dishwasher Not Draining Water

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There is a 1 to 2 inches of water left after cycle ends.

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Repair Clinic https://www.repairclinic.com > RepairHelp > Frigidaire... The check valve prevents water from returning to the dishwasher after it has drained. If the valve gets stuck closed, it will prevent the water from draining.

Frigidaire Dishwasher won't drain at end of cycle

Reddit · r/appliancerepair 8 comments · 1 year ago Check drain hose for debris, kinks, and partial blockages. check float sensor. Make sure it moves freely. check chopper to see if full of debris ... Frigidaire dishwasher not draining. : r/appliancerepair - Reddit Jun 26, 2022 Frigidaire Dsiwasher not draining. Any advice please? - Reddit Aug 8, 2022 r/fixit - Frigidaire dishwasher has water sitting at the bottom at ... Feb 8, 2023 Frigidaire dishwasher not draining before dry cycle - Reddit May 25, 2023 More results from www.reddit.com

Frigidaire Dishwasher Not Draining? Here's What to Do

fredsappliance.com https://fredsappliance.com > dishwasher-repair > frigid... Jul 7, 2021 - Another common cause of a dishwasher not draining is a defective drain pump. To access the drain pump, you will need to follow the instructions ... ..
2/10/2024 12:33:06 AM • Frigidaire... • 35 views • 0 helpful votes
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Frigidaire dishwasher stops after about 40 minutes. The latch to dispense the detergent does not open and the the ER code appears.

Error Code: ER

The Problem: There is a membrane switch failure, meaning one of the keys is throwing the wrong signal. This error can also be caused by a stuck key or a key pressed for longer than one minute. The Fix: Check the keys on the control panel and the wiring between the keypad and main control board. If you cannot identify and fix the issue, replace the keypad. If the error persists, replacing the main control board should fix the issue.
2/28/2023 10:21:44 PM • Frigidaire... • 100 views • 0 helpful votes
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I have a frigidaire fgbd2438pbbb dishwasher that runs thru the wash cycle then stops and the air dry and high temp light flash. whats wrong?

Based on the symptoms you described, it's likely that there is an issue with the heating element or thermostat in your Frigidaire dishwasher. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:
  1. Check the heating element: The heating element is responsible for heating the water during the wash cycle and drying the dishes at the end of the cycle. If the element is faulty, the dishwasher may stop mid-cycle and display the flashing lights you described. Use a multimeter to test the continuity of the heating element. If there is no continuity, the heating element needs to be replaced.
  2. Check the thermostat: The thermostat is a safety device that prevents the dishwasher from overheating. If the thermostat is faulty, it may shut off the heating element prematurely, causing the dishwasher to stop mid-cycle. Test the thermostat using a multimeter. If it's not functioning properly, it needs to be replaced.
  3. Check the control board: If the heating element and thermostat are functioning properly, there may be an issue with the dishwasher's control board. A faulty control board can cause various issues, including the flashing lights you described. If this is the case, you may need to replace the control board.
If you're not comfortable performing these troubleshooting steps yourself, it's best to contact a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the issue.
3/4/2023 8:25:28 PM • Frigidaire... • 65 views • 0 helpful votes
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Frigidaire Model FGID2466QF2A - Middle Spray arm is hitting larger dishes and may seem a bit wobbly. How do I move to provide clearance?

They should not wobble a lot. They have to be able to spin, but should not have a lot of lateral movement. See if you can remove the spray arm and clean out all the spray jets. If some are blocked at one side it causes the arm to not spin true and flat. It spin with one side high and one side low. The other problem may be incorrect loading of dishes. https://www.frigidaireapplianceparts.com/Shop-For-Parts/a9b2d2144302/Model-FGID2466QF2A-Frigidaire-Dishwasher-Parts ..
3/11/2023 5:31:40 PM • Frigidaire... • 54 views • 0 helpful votes
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My Frigidaire dishwasher has recently started to act up. It starts the wash cycle but doesn't finish it.

Sounds just like my Whirlpool dishwasher. If you have the documentation that came with it look through it for a "reset" method to re-calibrate the dirt sensor in the unit. If you don't have the owners manual try to "Google" an owners manual or a "technicians" manual to find a reset or a re-calibrate procedure. Mine consisted of pressing certain control buttons at the same time, after which the unit ran through a calibration cycle that took about as long as a normal wash, and it has worked great ever since.
2/11/2023 11:32:01 PM • Frigidaire... • 66 views • 0 helpful votes
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Frigidaire dishwasher sanitize cycle

A High Limit Thermostat is what it says. If the temperature goes over limit, it cuts power to the element. The temperature itself is controlled by an electronic sensor called a thermistor, or a standard 'thermostat'. Try a reset control board first. https://www.google.com/search?q=Frigidaire+dishwasher+Model+FDB1500LFC0+reset How to enter Diagnostics Mode https://www.google.com/search?q=Frigidaire+dishwasher+Model+FDB1500LFC0+run+diagnostics ..
6/15/2022 3:28:16 PM • Frigidaire... • 157 views • 0 helpful votes
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Frigidaire FGID2466QF7A dishwasher touchpad non-responsive

I called Frigidaire with these codes. They said it indicates a power failure happened (during a wash cycle, I suppose) and to do a hard reset. A hard reset is turning off the breaker for 30+ minutes and then flipping the breaker back on. This kind of worked, but simultaneous to the error codes, the push/pull latch on my dishwasher got set to the closed position while the door was open, so the door would not latch. I feel that this was the initial problem that caused these codes. So in my case, I had to manually rotate the latch open with bent piece of wire, to get it into the correct position first. Then the hard reset seemed fix the error codes. I was able to start a wash. It's running now.
10/9/2021 8:32:01 PM • Frigidaire... • 374 views • 0 helpful votes
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Frigidaire gallery dishwasher where is the circut board and what is the cost of a new one?

CALL A PLUMBER CONTROL BOARDS COST QUITE A LOT AND A NEW MACHINE WOULD BE THE WAY I WOULD ATTACK THE PROBLEM
7/18/2021 12:23:54 PM • Frigidaire... • 187 views • 0 helpful votes
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Frigidaire professional series some buttons don't work AND door won't open - how to troubleshoot?

sadly have not had that problem to know about a fix
6/21/2021 6:49:41 PM • Frigidaire... • 58 views • 0 helpful votes
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HOW TO RESET FRIGIDAIRE DISHWASHER?

It is very easy Resetting the Dishwasher. Hold down the cancel button for at least 3 seconds. Find the cancel button on the far-right side of the control panel. To reset the dishwasher, hold this button down for 3 seconds or until the light display disappears or changes.

Easy Ways to Reset a Frigidaire Dishwasher: 7 Steps - wikiHow

3/8/2021 7:54:53 PM • Frigidaire... • 519 views • 0 helpful votes
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