Dacor F2 — Water inlet valve won’t shut (keeps filling)

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DISHWASHERS FAULT CODE · DACOR

F2

WATER INLET VALVE WON'T SHUT (KEEPS FILLING)

What code F2 means on a Dacor dishwashers, what causes it, and which part to check first.

● SEVERITY: HIGH
Dacor Dishwashers
In short

Dacor F2 means: Water inlet valve won't shut (keeps filling). The documented cause is: Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker to disconnect electrical power. If the dishwasher continues to fill, replace the water inlet valve.

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What F2 means

Water inlet valve won't shut (keeps filling)

WHAT YOU SEE ON THE APPLIANCE

The display shows F2 and the machine stops until the fault is cleared.

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What the technical documentation says

Causes documented in the technical source published by applianceaid.com

DOCUMENTED CAUSE OR CHECK
Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker to disconnect electrical power
If the dishwasher continues to fill, replace the water inlet valve
If filling stops when you disconnect power, replace the electronic control board
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Replacement parts

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Tools you'll need

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Before you open anything

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Unplug the machine and close the water tap before removing any panel. The heating element and the wash water can stay hot long after the cycle ends.

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What to check, in order

From the quickest check to the one that needs a technician.

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Unplug the machine and close the water tap.
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Clear the filter basket at the bottom of the tub.
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Check the spray arms turn freely and the holes are not blocked.
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Check the drain hose is not kinked and the sink trap is clear.
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If the fault returns, the part named above needs testing with a multimeter.
Appliance technician checking wiring and connections with a multimeter
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Frequently asked questions

What does F2 mean on a Dacor?

Water inlet valve won't shut (keeps filling) The documented cause is: Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker to disconnect electrical power. If the dishwasher continues to fill, replace the water inlet valve. If filling stops when you disconnect power, replace the electronic control board

Can I fix F2 myself?

It depends on the part involved: Unplug the dishwasher or shut off the house circuit breaker to disconnect electrical power. If the dishwasher continues to fill, replace the water inlet valve. If filling stops when you disconnect power, replace the electronic control board Clearing a filter or straightening a hose is within reach of anyone; anything behind a panel means mains electricity and water together — that is a job for a technician.

Does Dacor use other codes on this appliance?

Yes: we document 4 other codes for Dacor on this dishwashers. They are listed at the bottom of this page, each with its own meaning.

Does the same code mean the same thing on other brands?

Often not. The same two characters can point to completely different faults depending on the manufacturer — always check the page for your own brand.

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Other Dacor codes

Written by TroubleAtlas Technical Team · Last verified: · How we verify — methodology · Sources: applianceaid.com
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