KitchenAid Repair Cambridge

FZ Sensor Error: The FZ sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

R Sensor Error: The R sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

FZ DEF Sensor Error: The FZ DEF sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

R DEF Sensor Error: The R DEF sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

Ambient Sensor Error: The Ambient sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

Flex Sensor Error: The flex sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

Humidity Sensor Error: The humidity sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

IM Sensor Error: The IM sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

ICE RM Sensor Error: The ICE RM sensor is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

FZ Fan Error: The FZ fan is being read as not connected or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

R Fan Error: The R fan is being read as not connected or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

C Fan Error: The comp fan is being read as not connected or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

FZ Def Function Error: The defrost freezer heater is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

R Def Function Error: The refrigerator defrost heater is being read as open or shorted. Check all wiring connections for loose wires and/or replace the sensor.

IM Function Error: The ice machine's release heater is being read as it is an open circuit.

Relay Stuck on Control Board: Disconnect the dishwasher from power for 5 minutes and see if this clears the code. If not, check the wiring between the relay switch and the control board, if no issues with the wiring the control board must be replaced. 

Damaged or Corrupted Memory on Control Board: Disconnect from power for 5 minutes and see if the code clears. If it does not, the main control board needs to be replaced.

Stuck Button on the User Interface Control

User Control Interface Not Communicating with Control Board: Disconnect the power and check the wiring between the control board and control interface. If the wiring looks good, the control board or interface must be replaced.

Thermistor/OWI Sensor Failure: Disconnect from power and check the wiring between the OWI sensor/thermistor and control board. Replace any wires that are damaged or broken. If all wiring is good, replaced the OWI sensor/thermistor. 

Error Between Electronic Control Board and Circulation Pump Motor: Disconnect from power and check the wire harness on the circulation pump and fix any faulty wires. Replace the motor assembly or circulation pump.

Door Switch Failure: This code appears if the door is not shut properly 4 seconds after pressing the start button. If the door is shut correctly, then there is likely an issue with the door switch and it needs to be replaced.

Door Not Opening Detected: The dishwasher is programmed for the door to be opened before another cycle is started. If a cycle has run and the door has not been opened before running another cycle, this code will appear. If this is not the case, replacing the door switch must happen.

the dishwasher expects the door to be opened before a new cycle is started. If you ran a cycle and have not opened the door before running another, this code will appear. If this is not the case, the door switch may need to be replaced. 

Dishwasher Won't Fill: Ensure that there are no items stuck under the overfill float. If the float is stuck in the up position, the dishwasher cannot fill.

Failure with Water Inlet Valve: Unplug the dishwasher from power and remove both the bottom front panel and the toe panel. Check all wiring at the water inlet valve. Replace any faulty wires or replace the valve.

Suds or Air Detected in Water Pump: When too much detergent is used, the dishwasher will fill up with too many suds. The dishwasher will automatically run the drain pump for 3 minutes to remove excess suds. If suds still remain, they will have to be removed by hand.

Float Switch is Open: Look to see if the overflow switch is stuck or if an item is blocking it. When the dishwasher is off, check to make sure the water inlet valve is properly closing.

Incoming Water is Too Cold: Any time the water temperature goes below 110 F this code will appear. The temperature should be between 110 to 120 degrees F. If the water is in between this range, then the OWI/thermistor or the control board needs to be replaced.

Heating Element Not Working: Disconnect the unit from power and inspect the heating unit for any damage. Replace if necessary. 

Heating Element Not Shutting Off: Turn the dishwasher's power off for 5 minutes and see if this clears the code. If not, the control board needs to be replaced.

Draining Slow: Disconnect from power and turn off the water valve. Check the drain to see if it is being blocked and remove it. If the path is clear, it is likely that the drain pump needs to be replaced.

Drain Pump Error: Disconnect from power and shut off the water valve. Check the drain pump's wiring or replace the drain pump.

Electronic Control Board Cannot Detect Diverter Disc Position: To direct water through the spray arms, the dishwasher has a diverter disc. The diverter disc is monitored by a motor and sends its position to the control board. 

Disconnect the unit from power and check the wiring incoming to the diverter disc. Reconnect or replace any broken or loose wires. If this is not the issue, the control board or diverter disc must be replaced.

Diverter Motor Stuck On: This error will appear when the diverter relay is faulty and needs to be replaced.

Diverter Disc Missing: The diverter disc must be replaced.

Lower Spray Arm Error: Check for any obstructions interfering with the spray arms. If nothing is blocking them, check all wiring and replace the spray arms if the wiring is good.

Detergent Dispenser Error: Unplug the unit from power and check the wiring between the detergent dispenser and control board. Fix any loose or damaged wires or replace the detergent dispenser.

Vent Wax Moto Electrical Error: Disconnect the unit from power and check the wires between the vent and motor circuit. If no issues are found, replace the vent wax motor.

Drying Fan Error: Disconnect the unit from power and check the wiring from the control panel to the drying fan. Fix any issues or replace the drying fan.