Dishwasher Does Not Pump Off - Causes and Solutions

• 1. Clogged sieve
• 2. Blockages in the drain hose
• 3. Draining the drainage hose
• 4. The program was interrupted.
• 5. Drain hose is kinked
• 6. Pump is defective
  • Step-by-step guide:

If the water remains in the dishwasher, the causes can usually be remedied by yourself. We will show you how to proceed in this case and what are the reasons for standing water. The tips can be carried out regardless of whether it is a built-in dishwasher or a free-standing device.

The dishwasher program runs in different steps. After the cleaning is finished, the water is pumped off and the drying process begins. Some programs use several levels of purification, so water is pumped out several times during a run. At the bottom of the dishwasher is the drain, through which the water is discharged. Generally, a sieve is available before the drain, which catches food scraps. The drain of the dishwasher is connected to the drain of the sink. If the water can not drain, it stops at the bottom of the dishwasher. Depending on the time of interruption of the Abpumpprozess and the originally existing amount of water, you must count on the maximum with 10 to 15 liters of water. If the bottom pan is not deep enough to hold the water, it may leak when the door is opened. In our guide you will learn how to restore the drain.

1. Clogged sieve

On the bottom of the dishwasher is a sieve, which catches food scraps and other foreign objects. If the sieve is dirty, the water stops and can no longer run off. Over time, not only food deposits but also fat accumulates. The sieve can usually be easily removed by turning.

When cleaning, proceed as follows:

• remove the sieve
• Rinse the strainer under running water, removing coarse food particles
• Thoroughly clean the sieve with the aid of detergent to remove grease deposits
• put the sieve back in

Time required: around 10 minutes
Cost: none

Tip: To avoid blockages, you should clean the strainer at least every 7 to 14 days. The more thoroughly you rinse the dishes before using the dishwasher, the less food can settle.

2. Blockages in the drain hose

If food remains are not held up by the sieve, they get into the drainage hose and can lead to blockages there. In that case you need to do some light manual work:

• Place a bucket under the connection between the sink drain and the drain hose of the dishwasher
• separate the drain hose from the sink.
• hold the drain hose in the bucket and allow the water to run in.
• Check the drain hose for blockage.
• reconnect the hose.

To remove blockages from the hose, there are two different ways to choose:

A: Blow in the hose so the blockages can come off.
B: Use a suction tip to release the blockages.

Time required: 30 to 60 minutes
Cost: none

3. Draining the drainage hose

While classic clogs are stuck, separate objects, generalized drainage is a major problem. Over time, deposits in the tubing continue to constrict the flow. The result is the same: The drain is interrupted and the water is in the dishwasher. However, the cost of repair is greater than a simple blockage. You must completely disassemble and clean the hose. If it can no longer be cleaned, an exchange of the hose is necessary.

• turn off the dishwasher
• disconnect the dishwasher from the mains
• put a bucket under the sink (under the connection between the dishwasher drain and the sink)
• release the connection
• catch the water in the bucket
• pull a freestanding dishwasher so far forward that the connections are not taut, but you can get to all connections. Often you have to tilt the machine slightly.

Tip: Work with two people so one person tilts and slides the machine and the second person disassembles the connections.

• Place a bowl under the connection to the dishwasher
• disconnect the connection connection at the dishwasher
• Now the hose is disassembled and you can clean it in the bathtub

Tip: Warm water dissolves dirt better. Try to build up pressure through the shower head and let the hose (or the drainage) soak for a while if necessary.

• If the contamination has been removed, reconnect the hose
• First, screw the hose to the dishwasher, then reconnect the other end to the drain of the sink
• restore the power connection and test the machine

In the case of a built-in dishwasher, the procedure is basically the same, but results from the installation a problem. You must disassemble all elements enough to get to the ports. If the hose has been laid so that it is difficult to access, a great deal of effort is required.

Time required: 1 to 2 hours (free-standing device), built-in device: depending on the complexity of the hose path

Cost: none, as long as the hose is not replaced. The cost of the new hose depends on the manufacturer.

• Universal drain hose 1, 5 meters: 5 Euro
• Universal drain hose 2.5 meters: 15 euros
• AEG drain hose 27 euros
• Meiko (soft spiral tube): 40 euros

Tips: A flexible hose is easier to lay. The risk of kinking is reduced. However, the costs are higher.

4. The program was interrupted.

If the program could not be stopped, the pumping process did not take place and the water stops in the machine. For premature termination of the program different causes are possible:

• Fuse has jumped out
• a family member accidentally pressed a key
• technical error
• the door was opened

Make sure all backups are active. Press the dishwasher door vigorously. Then press the start button if there is an interruption due to the pause function. If there is a technical defect, only a repair by a specialist company can help.

Time required: 5 minutes
Cost: none

5. Drain hose is kinked

The drainage hose makes slight movements due to the onset and decreasing water pressure. In the worst case and in a bad starting position it may come to kinking of the hose. When installing the dishwasher, therefore, pay attention to the ideal and kink-free course of the hose. Movement of the machine or adjacent cabinets may also result in kinks or imprints of individual area.

Solution: Check the entire course of the hose for kinks. If necessary, restore the kink-free course. If the hose is too long, the risk of kinking increases. It may be necessary to replace the hose with a shorter version.

Time required: 10 minutes (if no replacement of the hose is necessary)
Cost: none

6. Pump is defective

Since replacing the pump is the most expensive and expensive job, you should make sure that the faulty pump is the cause. Exclude all other reasons and consult a specialist if necessary. For the exchange, proceed as follows:

List of materials:

• pump
• Rubber Care

Tool:

• bucket
• cloth
• screwdriver
• towels

Step-by-step guide:

Preparation: Before starting work, close the water supply, switch off the dishwasher and deactivate the fuse.

Step 1 - If necessary, remove any veneers that are located in front of the fixing screws on the side rails.

Step 2 - Now you have to loosen the fixing screws of the side rails on the dishwasher. You can then pull the dishwasher out of the niche.

Tip: Be careful not to stretch the cables and pull the machine out only as far as possible without tension.

Step 3 - Disconnect the water hoses and power connection. There will be residual water in the water pipes, which you will catch in the bucket. The flap serves as additional security.

Tip: Make sure that no water gets into the installation niche. If the water remained there after the work and the soil could not be completely dried, it would cause moisture damage. Under no circumstances should the water come in contact with the pipes, as this may cause short circuits and life-threatening situations.

Step 4 - Place the dishwasher on a large open space, for example in the middle of the room.

Step 5 - Loosen the screws for the bottom of the machine at the front and back of the holding crossbars. Mostly a plastic tub is used.

Step 6 - In this step you have to push out the hose connection of the pump. He is pressed into a holder.

Step 7 - Spread the towels behind the machine and place the dishwasher on its back.

Step 8 - There are screws on the plastic tray that you need to loosen. Now you can unhook the door rope.

Step 9 - Then pull the machine floor out of the machine housing.

Step 10 - Disconnect the electrical connections and rotate the motor out of the pump housing. Before using the new pump, you must treat the rubber supports with the care product. This protects the material and increases the service life.

Step 11 - Insert the new motor and follow the steps 1 to 10 when closing the dishwasher in reverse order.

Time required: 1 to 2 hours

Cost: The exact cost depends on the model of the machine. An AEG pump, for example, is available for about 71 euros.

When is it worth repairing the dishwasher "> Many causes can be solved with minimal effort. Therefore, you should first try all simple solutions. A new hose also causes no great expense and should therefore be replaced if necessary. Whether you decide on a new pump can be made dependent on the value of the dishwasher. The exchange can be carried out with a little manual skill. Since new dishwashers have different prices - ranging from € 280 to € 1, 400 - you have to weigh up the costs and benefits, taking into account the age of the dishwasher.

Tips for quick readers:

• Clean the drain filter
• Activate fuse in fuse box
• Press door
• Press start button
• Check drain hose
• Remedy blockages in the drain hose
• Disassemble drain hose and clean in bathtub
• Replace drain hose
• Replace pump