Troubleshooting Tips - Electrolux FRIGIDAIRE FDB125RH 2 Series Service Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

SYMPTOM
Dishwasher will not operate
when turned on.
Motor hums but will not start or
run.
Motor trips out on internal
thermal overload protector.
Dishwasher runs but will not
heat.
Detergent cover will not latch or
open.
Dishwasher will not pump out.
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
1. Fuse (blown or tripped).
2. 120 VAC supply wiring
connection faulty.
3. Motor (inoperative, check
resistances).
4. Door Switch (open contacts).
5. Door latch not making contact
with door switch.
1. Motor (bad bearings or locked
rotor).
2. Motor stuck due to prolonged
non-use.
3. Motor fan blocked.
1. Improper voltage.
2. Seal faces binding.
3. Motor windings shorted.
4. Glass or foreign items in pump.
1. Hi-limit thermostat open.
2. Heater element (open).
3. Wiring or terminal defective.
1. Excess detergent on lid catch.
2. Latch mechanism defective.
3. Wiring or terminal defective.
4. Broken spring(s).
5. Defective actuator.
1. Drain restricted.
2. Defective drain pump.
3. Air lock in drain hose.
4. Blocked impeller.
5. Open windings.
6. Wiring or terminal defective.
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REMEDY
1. Replace fuse or reset breaker.
2. Repair or replace wire
fasteners at dishwasher
junction box.
3. Replace motor / impeller
assembly.
4. Replace door switch.
5. Replace latch assembly.
1. Replace motor.
2. Rotate motor fan or impeller.
3. Check/clear fan area.
1. Check voltage.
2. Rotate motor fan or impeller, or
replace.
3. Replace motor/pump
assembly.
4. Clean and clear blockage.
1. Replace thermostat.
2. Replace heater element.
3. Repair or replace.
1. Clean catch area.
2. Replace dispenser.
3. Repair or replace.
4. Replace dispenser.
5. Replace actuator.
1. Clear restrictions.
2. Replace pump.
3. Drain hose must slope upward
to side of tub. Hose must be
attached on side of tub.
4. Check for blockage and clear.
5. Replace windings.
6. Repair or replace.