
Encountering dishwasher dilemmas like dishes refusing to dry or stubborn food residue can turn kitchen cleanup into a headache.
The most common reasons your LG dishwasher is not starting are a defective electronic control board, damaged user interface control or a stripped wire connector.
28% of the time it's the Electronic Control Board
23% of the time it's the User Interface Control
14% of the time it's the Wire Connector
35% of the time it's the Something else
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When your dishwasher is not starting a cycle, a defective electronic control board could be causing the problem. The control board will freeze up and fail to start a cycle 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 start a cycle. Determining whether a control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services technician diagnose and repair your dishwasher when it won’t start a cycle.
When your dishwasher is not starting, 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 start key on the user interface control can prevent the dishwasher from beginning the cycle. Also, a stuck key on the user interface control can cause the electronic control board to stop all dishwasher operations 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.
When your dishwasher is not starting, a stripped wire connector between the user interface control and electronic control board could be causing the problem. The wire harness between the electronic control board and user interface control must also stay connected to keep the dishwasher working. The control board will stop the dishwasher and keep it from starting when that wire harness is damaged or disconnected. When your dishwasher isn’t working, have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and fix the problem.
Several different issues can prevent your LG dishwasher from starting the cycle. An item stuck under the overfill float switch or a lack of water supply will prevent the dishwasher from filling and starting. A failure of the electronic control board, bad control panel or defective door latch will also prevent the cycle from starting.
Follow these expert troubleshooting tips to figure out what’s wrong and fix your LG dishwasher.
Sometimes, a power surge or glitch through the electrical supply lines going to your home can corrupt the operation of the electronic control board so the dishwasher won’t start.
Reset the electronic control board in your LG dishwasher by following these steps:
The electronic control board will reboot and reset. The dishwasher may begin working properly after resetting the control board.
The dishwasher won’t fill if an item is stuck under the overfill float in the dishwasher tub. Check for an item in that area and remove it if you find one.
The dishwasher should fill and start the cycle properly after removing an item from under the overfill float.
Make sure that the water supply cut-off valve for the dishwasher is open. Open that valve if you find it shut.
Next, follow the troubleshooting steps described in this video to resolve a problem with your Maytag dishwasher not filling and starting:
If you’re unable to find the cause of your LG dishwasher not filling, schedule dishwasher repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the dishwasher.
Correcting most not starting problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, user interface control or wire connector. 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.
When the dishwasher is not starting 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.
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.
When your LG dishwasher won’t start and just blinks, follow these troubleshooting steps.
If your LG dishwasher won’t start and just blinks after following these basic troubleshooting tips, schedule dishwasher repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit your home and fix the problem.
When your LG dishwasher doesn’t even begin its cycle, door latch problems or a faulty control board typically stand in the way. Stuck plates in the sink can accumulate fast. For immediate relief, call on dishwasher service near me. Fixing the start sequence helps your LG unit handle daily loads without fail.
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