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Will not fill

Dishwasher will not fill with water — Water supply issue or overfill protection activated

KitchenAid · Dishwashers

What does Will not fill mean?

The dishwasher will not fill with water if the water supply is off, the overfill protection float is obstructed, or if excessive suds are detected inside the tub.

Common Causes

  • Water supply to the dishwasher is turned off.
  • Overfill Protection Float is obstructed.
  • Excessive suds or foam detected in the dishwasher.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Ensure the water supply to the dishwasher is turned on.

  2. 2

    Check that the Overfill Protection Float (refer to 'Parts and Features' section) is free from obstructions.

  3. 3

    Inspect for suds in the dishwasher tub. If suds are present, reduce the amount of detergent used in future cycles.

  4. 4

    If other lights are blinking due to suds detection, refer to 'Blinking Lights' in the Troubleshooting section.

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Related Faults

Blinking LEDs (Pause/Interrupted)Blinking LEDs (Start/Resume, Cycle Status) — Cycle paused or interruptedClean LED not on / No waterClean LED not on and cycle ends — Dishwasher did not fill with waterClean/Complete LED blinks 4 timesClean/Complete LED blinks 4 times with pause — Error detected, controls locked
Source: KitchenAid Dishwashers
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