Dishwasher - Clicking Noise

Dishwashers make many sounds while they are in use. This is a normal characteristic of a dishwasher.

Understanding a Clicking Noise Made By a Dishwasher

A clicking or grinding sound from the control panel is normal. You will hear this when the dishwasher progresses through its cycle. Also, a clicking noise occurring 4 to 8 times during a cycle is normal. This is the sound of the pump switching from circulation to drain.

• For more information regarding sounds made by a dishwasher, please see our Dishwasher - Normal/Abnormal Noises article.

The following video provides examples of normal dishwasher operating sounds, including the pump clicking noise.

Video - Dishwasher Normal Operating Sounds

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