While a small amount of water in the dishwasher after a normal wash cycle, you will not have a lot of water in the dishwasher after your cycle has finished. Fortunately, a clogged drain dishwasher is a problem that you can tackle on your own. This will allow you to avoid paying large fees to a repair appliance or plumber.
Instructions
- Remove the washer drain cap.
- Snake the drain with a rigid wire, such as a wire hanger. Wire snake around, paying special attention to areas where you will find resistance. If they are pulling debris up from the drain, continue until you are no longer pulling any debris.
- Check the drain hose of your dishwasher. Drain is located under the bottom plate of the kick of your dishwasher, which can easily be removed with a screwdriver. Look for any kinks or bends in the hose. If you see any, remove the hose creases.
- With the same technique you used to clean the drain, clear any possible obstructions of the drain hose.
- Weapons Underneath the spray on the bottom of the dishwasher will see a circular grid. This is a called the artichoke. Remove the filter by unscrewing the screw holding the top. Clean the strainer by spraying with hot water and rubbing the filter out with a brush. Replace filter when finished.
Tips & Warnings
- Do not attempt to do any work on your dishwasher immediately after you have performed a wash. All parts will be very hot.
- Always unplug the appliance from its power source before attempting to work on it.