LG dishwasher not draining

What to expect when you experience an LG dishwasher not draining issue

How is the not draining problem fixed?

Correcting most not draining problems usually involves replacing the drain pump, drain hose or electronic control 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 draining

When the dishwasher is not draining 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 draining 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.

LG Dishwasher Water Not Draining Troubleshooting

When your LG dishwasher has water not draining, check the sink drain for a clog. Clear a clog in the kitchen sink if water doesn’t flow down through the sink drain properly.

If the dishwasher drain hose is connected to the garbage disposal under the kitchen sink, run the garbage disposal to clear items that may be inside the disposal and blocking the dishwasher water drain path.

If you recently installed a new garbage disposal and didn’t remove the dishwasher drain knock-out plug, remove that plug from the garbage disposal according to the installations instructions for your new garbage disposal.

If these initial troubleshooting tips don’t help, follow these additional steps to fix a problem with your LG dishwasher water not draining.

1. Check the air gap for a clog if your LG dishwasher has one installed on the kitchen sink. Clear a clog in the air gap so drain water flows freely through that device.
2. Check the end of the drain hose connected to the sink or garbage disposal for a clog. Disconnect the drain hose and check the end for a buildup of grease and/or debris. Clear the clog from the end of the drain hose.
3. Use a wet/dry shop vacuum to suck out debris that may be clogging the drain hose.

If these additional troubleshooting tips don’t help your resolve the problem with your LG dishwasher water not draining, a failed drain pump, internal clog in the dishwasher, electronic control board problem or wiring failure could be preventing the dishwasher from draining. Schedule dishwasher repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to diagnose and fix the drain problem.