Frigidaire dishwasher not turning on
Common reasons your Frigidaire dishwasher is not turning on
The most common reasons your Frigidaire dishwasher is not turning on are a defective electronic control board, damaged user interface control or a damaged power supply board.
41% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board
14% of the time it's the
User Interface Control
13% of the time it's the
Power Supply Board
32% of the time it's the
Something else
Most common repairs needed to fix a Frigidaire dishwasher
Electronic Control Board Replacement
A dishwasher that won’t turn on could have a defective electronic control board. The control board will freeze up and fail to power up the control panel when its internal memory and logic is corrupted. A failed internal electronic relay or bad electronic part on the circuit board could be causing the control board to freeze up and not continue working properly. Determining whether a control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services technician diagnose and repair your dishwasher when it won’t turn on.
User Interface Control Replacement
When your dishwasher is not turning on, a damaged user interface control could be causing the problem. The user interface control connects to the electronic control board through a wire harness and sends signals to the control board to help control the dishwashing cycle. A bad power key on the user interface control can prevent the dishwasher from powering up. Also, a stuck key on the user interface control can cause the electronic control board to stop the cycle and the dishwasher won’t work until the damaged user interface control is fixed. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and replace the user interface control if it’s damaged.
Power Supply Board Replacement
When your dishwasher is not turning on, a damaged power supply board could be causing the problem. The power cord connects directly to the power supply board and the power supply board sends power to the electronic control board to power up and operate the dishwasher. When your dishwasher is completely dead and it is getting power through the power cord, you’ll need to have a Sears Home Services Technician check out the power supply board and replace it if it’s damaged.
What to expect when you experience a Frigidaire dishwasher not turning on issue
How is the not turning on problem fixed?
Correcting most not turning on problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, user interface control or power supply board. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher that is not turning on
When the dishwasher is not turning on it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a dishwasher not turning on diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
What to do When Your Frigidaire Gallery Dishwasher Won’t Turn On
When your Frigidaire Gallery dishwasher won’t turn on, check the power switch beside the sink to see if that switch is turned off. Most dishwashers are installed with a light switch beside the kitchen sink that controls electrical power to the dishwasher. Many home owner’s forget about this switch or don’t even know it’s there. It’s the one beside the garbage disposal light switch. Turning that switch on is the #1 cure for a Frigidaire Gallery dishwasher that won’t turn on.
The second most frequent cure for a Frigidaire Gallery dishwasher that won’t turn on is resetting a tripped house circuit breaker for the dishwasher. Check the house circuit breaker for your dishwasher and reset that switch if it’s tripped. You can also check to make sure the outlet cord for the dishwasher is securely plugged in. Sometimes, the dishwasher power cord gets jostled out of the electrical outlet when shuffling things around under the sink.
If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help you resolve the power problem when your Frigidaire Gallery dishwasher won’t turn on, schedule Frigidaire dishwasher repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the problem.
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Additional possible Frigidaire dishwasher symptoms you may experience
- Frigidaire dishwasher won't turn off
- Frigidaire dishwasher won't start cycle
- Frigidaire dishwasher won't drain
- Frigidaire dishwasher not working
- Frigidaire dishwasher not washing
- Frigidaire dishwasher not starting
- Frigidaire dishwasher not spinning
- Frigidaire dishwasher not filling
- Frigidaire dishwasher not drying
- Frigidaire dishwasher not draining
- Frigidaire dishwasher noisy
- Frigidaire dishwasher no water
- Frigidaire dishwasher no power
- Frigidaire dishwasher leaking from bottom
- Frigidaire dishwasher leaking
- Frigidaire dishwasher latch not working
- Frigidaire dishwasher door not closing
- Frigidaire dishwasher display not working
- Frigidaire dishwasher burning smell
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