Why does my dishwasher keep beeping?
The main reason why a dishwasher keeps beeping are because of a faulty sensor, an open door, anti-flood mechanism, or power overload.
Table of Contents
- Incorrect use
- Faulty parts
- Open door
- Anti-flood mechanism
- Overload
- Stuck float switch
- Power outage
- Obstruction to spray arms
- Insufficient rinse aid
As mentioned above, the beep might also be due to a stuckfloat switch, a power outage, an obstruction to the dishwasher spray arms, or insufficient rinse aid.
The list mentioned highlights some of the key reasons for a beeping dishwasher. There are a few other reasons as well that can trigger the beep. The beep can be because of any one or more than one reason at a time. It’s important to check the cause of the problem and fix it before continuing to use the dishwasher.
How to stop a dishwasher from beeping?
You can stop a dishwasher from beeping by using it as intended, replacing faulty components, closing an open door, and removing water in the casing. Making sure that the dishwasher is not overloaded, resetting the dishwasher, clearing the obstruction to the spray arms, and adding the required rinse aid can also help.
The fixes in most cases are quite simple and can be done by yourself without the assistance of any technician or tools. They also take very less time to get done.
- Check your dishwasher manual to see if you’re operating the dishwasher as intended. You have likely missed out on a step or two. Attending these steps will stop the beep.
- Look out for faulty components in the dishwasher and get them replaced to arrest the beeping sound. The dishwasher is equipped with a heating element and multiple sensors. There are chances that one or more of them have worn out due to wear and tear. A beeping sound after the wash cycle is often due to a defective heating element. In some cases, the heating element replacement can be expensive and a complete dishwasher replacement is more cost-effective.
- Watch out for an open door of the dishwasher and close it properly. The dishwasher has chances of beeping if you opened the door part way through the wash cycle or didn’t latch it properly. This is a good chance to check for a broken door latch that stops the door from getting closed and changing it.
- Check if the beeping sound is accompanied by blinking lights in the dishwasher. If so, it indicates that the anti-flood mechanism has been activated. In most cases, this happens when the sensors perceive water in the dishwasher casing and stop the dishwasher from working further to avoid water leakage on the floor from the drum. You can just tilt the dishwasher to drain the water if it’s a standalone unit or use a sponge to wipe the excess water in an integrated model.
- Ensure that you’re not overloading the dishwasher with too many utensils to get the work done fast. You must always remember not to exceed the specified weight limit.
- Reset the dishwasher if there is a power outage. You can do this by disconnecting the dishwasher from the power source and keeping it that way for at least five minutes and then connecting it once again.
- Check if there is any object that is preventing the free rotation of the spray or rotating arm of the dishwasher and remove it. This can be as simple as some food waste under the arm.
- Inspect the dispenser to check if there is sufficient rinse aid like coarse aid. You can look up the user manual to find out how much rinse aid is needed and fill the dispenser accordingly.
- Clean blocks in the water outflow valve that prevents the water from draining out after the dishes are done and get this cleared at the earliest. These blocks will not allow you to open the dishwasher door to prevent the floor from getting flooded.
- Make sure that the seal of the dishwasher is in good condition and free of cracks. A cracked seal can cause a leaking dishwasher and result in inappropriate water levels. The inappropriate water levels can pave way for the beeping sound.
- Remove clogs in the filter system under the dishwasher due to debris, dust, and food particles. You’ll have to take it off to clean it by doing a quarter counterclockwise turn of the filter. Replace it properly after the cleaning is done.
- Seek the assistance of a professional to assess problems with the internal electrical system. This is especially needed if the beep sound occurs after a recent power surge resulting in the frying of internal circuits.
GE dishwasher error codes
The GE dishwasher is associated with various error codes that make the troubleshooting process easy. Each code is associated with a specific error. This makes it easy to resolve the problem with the dishwasher.
Code Number |
Meaning |
Solution |
<<number>> + H |
Delay start mode is activated. |
Turn OFF the delay start mode. |
C1 |
Pumping out time while draining is more than two minutes. |
· The air gap must be cleaned at the earliest. · The hose must be either repositioned or replaced. · Operate the disposer to get it cleaned. |
C2 |
The entire pump-out cycle is more than 7 minutes. |
Press the RESET button. |
C3 |
The dishwasher doesn’t drain as expected. |
Disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply for at least half a minute and do a reset. |
C4 |
· The dishwasher gets filled two times following a power failure. · The float switch has failed or is stuck. · The drain or sump is clogged. |
· Press Start followed by Cancel or Reset. · Release the float by tapping gently on the float cover. · Clean the debris in the sump section behind and at the bottom of the dishwasher. |
C5 |
The pump-out time is of very short duration. |
· Turn ON the water supply and repeat the wash cycle. · Release the stuck float with a slight tap on its cover. |
C6 |
The temperature of the water coming through the dishwasher is very low and less than 120°F. |
· Run the faucet near the dishwasher before turning it ON. · Adjust the temperature of the water heater. · Avoid using other appliances such as a washing machine when the dishwasher is in use. |
C7 |
The temperature sensor circuit of the dishwasher is inoperative. |
Remove the power connection from the dishwasher for at least 30 seconds and follow up with a reset. |
C8 |
The detergent cup holder is blocked and not opening fully as needed. |
Remove utensils that are causing the obstruction from around the cup holder. Close the door and wait for half a minute before the cup opens. |
Cup Open |
The detergent cup has been left open. |
· Add the detergent and close the detergent cup. · Press the start pad once again with the door closed. |
PF Code |
The dishwasher has encountered a power failure. |
Choose the preferred cycle and choices followed by pressing the start pad. |
LEAK DETECTED |
The dishwasher has detected a leak and the wash cycle gets halted. |
Seek the assistance of the customer service team to fix the leak. |
H2O |
The water supply to the dishwasher is low. |
· Get the dishwasher serviced if the code appears with a one-hour wash cycle. · Make sure that the water hose is not kinked and if so, do a replacement if the code is triggered with other wash cycles like Light, AutoSense, Normal and Heavy. |
999 |
The dishwasher supporting the Floor Protect with Alert feature has most probably encountered a leak and prevents the dishwasher from starting up. |
Contact the service team to get professional assistance to look into the problem and resolve it. |
PrS |
The pressure sensor isn’t sending a valid signal to the control resulting in the cycle not getting started. |
There is a faulty sensor or harness that has to be changed. |
Whirlpool dishwasher error codes
The Whirlpool dishwasher displays the fault codes for easy troubleshooting if it has an LCD. The most common error codes are the letter F followed by a digit or the alphabets A, B, or C. Some dishwasher models have E series error codes ranging from E1 to E6 to assist in self-diagnosis.
Code Number |
Meaning |
Solution |
F1 |
The NTC thermistor or the temperature sensor is faulty because the dishwasher operated outside the specified temperature range. |
· Do an NTC thermistor or temperature sensor replacement. · Add some water to the dishwasher to thaw it if it’s frozen during the cold season. |
F2 |
There is a water leak in the dishwasher. |
· Check for the source of the leak and get it repaired. · Look out for a faulty float, drain pump, or inlet valve and replace it. |
F3 |
There is a problem with the heating system. |
Replace the faulty heating element after checking it with a multimeter. |
F4 |
The draining action isn’t working as expected. |
Clear the blockages in the drain pump and filter. Replace the part if it’s faulty. |
F5 |
The spray arms are either blocked or malfunctioning. |
Remove the spray arms from the dishwasher and wash them to remove the gunk. Remember to operate the dishwasher on a small cycle without these spray arms to clear the remaining debris. |
F6 |
The incoming water isn’t being detected although the the corresponding valve is open. |
· Turn ON the water supply. · Make sure that the inlet valve isn’t blocked. · Replace the flow meter or inlet valve if it’s found to be defective. |
F7 |
The flow meter is defective. |
Change the flow meter located at the back of the panel on the right side. |
F8 |
The water turbidity is too high or the water is very dirty. |
Clean the optical and mechanical water indicators along with the filters gently but thoroughly. |
F9 |
· The water inlet is open. · The control board is defective. |
· Close the water inlet completely. or replace it if it’s stuck in the open position. · Seek professional assistance to get the control board replaced. |
F0 |
The dishwasher has a faulty sensor. |
Call an authorized technician to come over and fix the issue for you. |
FA |
The optical water indicator in the dishwasher has recognized high water turbidity levels. |
Clean the indicator as mentioned earlier for fault code F8. |
FB |
The dishwasher has a faulty motorized diverter valve. |
Clean the valve if it’s dirty and accumulated with debris or dust. If the problem persists, change the valve. |
FC |
The water harness sensor has failed or isn’t working properly. |
Get professional assistance to replace the sensor. |
Kenmore dishwasher error codes
The Kenmore dishwasher has an error code for each possible problem. This helps you to identify the fault easily and take the necessary action. The error codes are either a two-number sequence or an alphanumeric code.
Code Number |
Meaning |
Solution |
1-1 or F1E1 |
The electronic control board has a stuck relay. |
Turn OFF the power connection to the dishwasher for five minutes and restore the connection. If the problem still exists, check the control board wiring for broken wires and replace those wires. |
1-2 or F1E2 |
· The control board has a corrupted or damaged memory. · The microprocessor has incompatible software components. |
Disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply for five minutes and turn it ON again. If the problem isn’t resolved, do a board replacement. |
2-1 or F2E1 |
The user interface control has a stuck button. |
Check each button on the interface individually if it’s working. If they aren’t, disconnect the power connection and remove the harness of the user interface control. Reassemble the door without closing it.
Reconnect the power supply and turn ON the dishwasher. If the control board starts up and no stuck buttons are detected, check if the drain pump is working. If the pump doesn’t work, replace the board. |
2-2 or F2E2 |
There is no communication between the user interface control and the electronic control board. |
Check for proper wiring and connections between the electronic control board and the user interface control and fix faulty wirings/connections. If they are intact, replace the user interface control. Change the electronic control board if the problem persists. |
3-1 or F3E1 |
There is an optical water indicator (OWI) sensor or thermistor failure. |
Inspect the wiring between the sensor or thermistor and the electronic control board. Replace or repair the wiring harness if it’s broken/ |
3-2 or F3E2 |
There is a shorted OWI sensor or thermistor failure. |
Replace the faulty OWI sensor or thermistor.
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3-3 or F3E3 |
· The OWI isn’t calibrating. · The drain hose check valve isn’t functioning as intended. |
Disconnect the drain hose from the garbage disposal or air gap and pour some water into it to check for waterflow into the dishwasher tub. If this happens, replace the portion of the hose connecting to the drain pump. |
4-1 or F4E1, 4-2 or F2E2 |
There is a communication error between the circulation pump motor and the electronic control board. |
Look out for loose wires in the circulation pump wire harness or replace the harness if it’s damaged. If these are not the cause for the problem, replace the motor assembly and circulation pump or electronic control board as needed. |
5-1 or F5E1 |
The door switch is malfunctioning or unresponsive. |
· Close the door as soon as you press the Start or Resume button. · Check for a broken door latch assembly and get a new one fixed. · Remove the door and inspect the door switch wiring harness for loose or broken wires. If the wires are loose, do a reconnection. On the other hand, if the wires are broken, a harness replacement is needed. |
5-2 or F5E2 |
The open door isn’t detected by the control board. |
Replace the faulty door switch at the earliest. |
6-1 or F6E1 |
The dishwasher doesn’t get filled with water. |
· Check for items stuck under the overfill float and release them. · Clean the water inlet valve after disconnecting it from |
6-2 or F6E2 |
The water inlet valve has failed or is malfunctioning. |
Inspect the wire harness connections to and from the water inlet valve. Replace the harness if it’s broken or damaged and reconnect the loose wires if any. |
6-3 or F6E3 |
The water pump has suds deposits in it. |
· Cancel the washing cycle and drain the water. · Change the detergent dispenser if it’s damaged. · Use only dishwasher detergents and not regular dish soap. |
6-4 or F6E4 |
The float switch is stuck or open. |
· Check under the overfill float switch if there is anything stuck and release it. · Inspect the inlet water fill valve to determine if the water supply is cut off when the dishwasher is shut down. If not, change the valve. |
6-6 or F6E6 |
The incoming water through the valve is very cold. |
· Check if the heater is working properly if the water temperature is less than 110°F. If it’s normal, do a thermistor, OWI, or control board replacement. |
6-7 or F6E7 |
The flow meter is damaged or disconnected. |
Check if the wiring connection to the flow meter is intact and redo the connection if needed. If there is no problem with the connection, the unit has to be changed. |
6-8 or F6E8 |
There is a problem with the water softener regeneration valve. |
Watch out for loose wiring to the valve and reconnect such wirings. If there is no wiring problem, change the valve. |
7-1 or F7E1 |
The heating element isn’t working. |
Check the wiring and/or wiring harness of the heating element. Reconnect loose wires and if there is no problem with the connection, replace the heating element. |
7-1 or F7E2 |
The heating element isn’t shutting OFF. |
Check if the problem persists after disconnecting the dishwasher for five minutes and if so, change the heating element. |
8-1 or F8E1 |
The water is draining slower than usual. |
· Remove clogs in the drain pump. · Check the pump wiring if the drain path has no block and fix a new pump if there is no wiring problem. |
8-2 or F8E2 |
The drain pump has an electrical problem. |
Reconnect the drain pump wires or change the pump as required. |
9-1 or F9E1 |
The diverter disc position isn’t detected by the electronic control board. |
Inspect the wire connections to the diverter motor and reconnect loose wires. If there are broken wires, change the wire harness. |
9-2 or F9E2 |
The diverter motor is stuck because of a defective diverter relay. |
Replace the electronic control board featuring the relay or the relay alone. |
10-1 or FAE1 |
The detergent dispenser isn’t working properly. |
Take off the external door panel and check the wiring between the electronic control board and dispenser. Do a wiring reconnection or unit replacement as needed. |
10-2 or FAE2 |
There is an electrical problem with the vent wax motor. |
Inspect the wiring of the motor circuit. Tighten loose wires or replace the motor if there is no wiring problem. |
10-3 or FAE3 |
The drying fan has failed or isn’t working as intended. |
Check for loose wiring in the wire harness between the fan and the electronic control board. Tighten loose connections or change the fan if the connections are intact. |
Bosch dishwasher error codes
The Bosch dishwasher is associated with multiple error codes to ease the troubleshooting process. These codes are identified by the letter E followed by a number ranging from 1 to 28.
Code Number |
Meaning |
Solution |
E12 |
There are limescale deposits in the heat pump. |
· Remove the limescale buildups and hardwater deposits using a descaler. · Use softening salt if your dishwasher supports a water softener. |
E14 |
The flow meter has failed or there is a problem with the water inflow to the filling system or dishwasher. |
Seek the assistance of a Bosch technician to fix the problem for you. |
E15 |
There is water at the bottom of the dishwasher and the leakage protection system is activated. |
Close the water inflow valve and get the help of the customer support team. |
E16 & E17 |
Water isn’t entering the dishwasher or filling system. |
Inspect the inlet hose for signs of damage or kinks and change the hose if needed. |
E18 |
· The water isn’t getting pumped correctly. · The water level is very low. |
· Check for a damaged water inlet hose and replace it. · Turn ON the water supply and make sure that the flow is at least 10 liters per minute. |
E22 |
The dishwasher filter is blocked or clogged with food particles. |
Remove the filter and clean it under running water with a soft brush and mild detergent. Reconnect the filter. |
E23 |
The drain pump is faulty, clogged, or blocked. |
Remove the drain pump and clean it thoroughly using a sponge if you have the expertise or seek professional assistance. |
E24 |
· The inlet hose is damaged or kinked. · The pump cover might have become loose or is missing. · The drain hose is connected to the drain connection of the garbage disposal unit. |
· Replace the faulty inlet hose. · Seat the pump cover below the filter under the dishwasher firmly in place. If it’s missing, get a new cover fitted. · Disconnect the plug connection from the dishwasher drain connection of the disposer. |
E25 |
The drain pump impeller is jammed. |
Replace the damaged drain pump. |
Samsung dishwasher error codes
The Samsung dishwasher codes help in easy identification of the exact fault to fix the problem without any hassle. These error codes are usually represented as alphanumeric codes.
Code Number |
Meaning |
Solution |
IE |
The water filter is clogged and prevents free water flow. |
Clean the filter located at the bottom part of the dishwasher. |
3C |
The drain pump isn’t functioning properly. |
Turn OFF the dishwasher and turn it ON again. Restart the wash cycle and contact the support center if the problem still exists. |
3E |
The water entering the dishwasher is very hot. |
Adjust the water temperature so that it isn’t over 176°F. |
4C, 4E |
The water supplied to the dishwasher is not of the correct temperature or pressure. |
Turn ON the water supply and make sure that the water temperature and pressure meet the water supply requirements. |
5C, 5E |
The dishwasher isn’t draining the water after cleaning due to blocks. |
Check the drain hose and drain connection. Run water in the dishwasher-connected sink and clean the filter, sump, and drain. |
7E |
The waterwall reflector isn’t moving correctly. |
Ensure that the reflector isn’t blocked and the installation is in the correct position. |
9E |
The dishwasher doesn’t have enough water. |
Empty the dishwasher and add enough detergent. Do a normal wash cycle. |
6E |
The operator panel has a stuck button. |
Switch OFF the dishwasher and press each button gently to release the stuck buttons. |
CE |
There is no communication between the control panel and the dishwasher. |
Turn the dishwasher OFF and start it again. If it doesn’t, seek the assistance of the support center. |
HC, 1E |
The internal temperature of the dishwasher is very high. |
Switch OFF the dishwasher for half a minute and then turn it ON once more at the circuit breaker. Remove everything from the dishwasher, add the required detergent and do a normal cycle. |
HE |
The internal temperature of the dishwasher isn’t detected correctly. |
Empty the dishwasher, fill the detergent drawer and execute a normal cycle. |
LC, LE |
· The leak sensor has detected moisture. · The water reflector is blocked in a waterwall model. |
· Call the customer support team to inspect the leak and fix it. · Dry the water that may have splashed near the sensor due to the position change of the dishwasher. · Ensure that the garbage disposal cap is taken OFF from the disposal. · Ensure that the detergent dispenser hasn’t been overfilled and there isn’t any detergent outside the dispenser. |
0C, oC |
The dishwasher has more water than needed. |
· Check the drain hose as well as the drain connection at the sink. · Run water in the connected sink and clean the drain, sump, and filter. |
PC |
The zone water function isn’t working properly. |
Switch OFF the dishwasher and try to restart the cycle. Contact the support center if the problem is still not resolved. |
PE |
The half load function isn’t working properly. |
Empty the dishwasher and put the required detergent in the dispenser. Execute a half-load cycle. |
tE |
The internal temperature of the dishwasher isn’t getting detected correctly. |
Empty the dishwasher and put the needed detergent in its dispenser. Execute a normal cycle. |
Why does my Whirlpool dishwasher keep beeping?
Your Whirlpool dishwasher keeps beeping because the door is opened, there is no soap, the reed sensor is faulty or there is loose wiring.
- Make sure that the door of the dishwasher is closed during operation. This is a good chance to check for and replace a faulty latch that prevents the door from getting closed properly.
- Ensure that the detergent dispenser is filled with the right type and quantity of soap. The dispenser shouldn’t be overfilled resulting in an overflow of the detergent.
- Check for worn out, malfunction, or breakage of the reed sensors and get new ones fitted in place of the damaged ones.
- Look out for loose wiring connections and reconnect them. If the wiring harness is broken, do a replacement.
Why does my GE (General Electric) dishwasher keep beeping?
Your GE (General Electric) dishwasher keeps beeping due to obstruction to spray arms, the start button is pressed twice or a momentary power cut.
- Ensure that the spray arms are capable of rotating freely by moving one or more utensils that are in the way and blocking the movement of the arms.
- Make sure that you press the Start button only once. If the button is pressed twice, it can trigger a restart and the dishwasher will beep during the restart process.
- Check if there has been a momentary power cut following which the dishwasher has restarted. The beep will stop automatically after two minutes.
Why does my Kenmore dishwasher keep beeping?
Your Kenmore dishwasher keeps beeping because the dishwashing cycle is complete, there are errors within the circuit board or a malfunctioning component.
- Check if the beeping sound occurs at the end of the dishwashing cycle. If so, this isn’t a cause of concern as it’s just an indication that the washing cycle is completed.
- Inspect for the possibility of electrical errors in the circuit board following a power outage or surge. You can try resetting the dishwasher to fix the problem and stop the beep sound.
- Look out for malfunctioning components in the dishwasher and get them replaced. The beeping sound will stop when the faulty components are replaced.
Why does my Samsung dishwasher keep beeping?
Your Samsung dishwasher keeps beeping due to leak detection, a stuck float switch, or overload.
- Look out for leakage signs and get the leaks set right at the earliest. The leaks can cause the anti-flood mechanism to get activated, which in turn triggers the beep sound.
- Tap the float switch with mild pressure to release it if it’s stuck. You can also remove utensils that are under the float out of the way resulting in getting stuck.
- Ensure that the dishwasher isn’t overloaded and you don’t put load it with more than the capacity specified in the user manual.
Why does my Bosch dishwasher keep beeping?
Your Samsung dishwasher keeps beeping because the dishwasher isn’t draining, the flow meter is broken or the cycle selector is stuck.
- Remove the filters from under the dishwasher and clean them well. You can replace them if they are damaged. If the problem doesn’t get set right, seek professional assistance.
- Check for a broken flow meter and get a new one fitted by a professional. This is a sensor that calculates the flow and amount of water in the dishwasher.
- Choose a cycle apart from the one already selected and see if the dishwasher starts up while stopping the beep at the same time. A stuck cycle selector can prevent the dishwasher from processing the selected option.