Kenmore dishwashers fault codes
Every Kenmore dishwashers fault code we have documented, with what it means. Pick yours to see causes, checks and the parts involved.
● 14 codes documented
Kenmore uses 14 fault codes on its dishwashers, shown on the display when the machine stops — among them C1, C2, C4, C5, C6. Each one points to a specific part: on this page you find them all, with what they mean.
How to read the code on the display
On most Kenmore appliances the code appears on the display when the cycle stops, or is spelled out by a sequence of blinking lights.
Write the code down before switching off: many machines clear it when unplugged, and without the code the fault has to be found from scratch.
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All Kenmore codes
14 codes, in order. Click one to open its page.
| CODE | WHAT IT MEANS |
|---|---|
| C1 | Drain time exceeded 2 minutes |
| C2 | Drain time exceeded 7 minutes |
| C4 | Dishwasher overfilled |
| C5 | Drain time is too short (Dishwasher is underfilled) |
| C6 | Water temperature too low |
| C7 | Water temperature sensor is defective |
| C8 | Detergent dispenser cover is blocked |
| FE | Water overflow detected |
| HE | Heating failure |
| LE | Locked up circulation pump motor |
| OE | Not draining |
| PF | Power failure |
| nE | Diverter motor failure |
| tE | Thermistor (temperature sensor) failure |