Dishwasher Leaks or Floods Underneath

The following are the most common causes for leaking or flooding from a dishwasher:

 

If suds are present inside:

 

• Turn off the dishwasher and allow suds to dissipate. This may take several hours. Make sure any initial water is pumped out of the tub.

• Using the wrong type or too much detergent can cause oversudsing. Suds can push water out of the tub causing a leaks or flooding condition. Only detergent specifically designed for automatic dishwashers such should be used.

• View a short video about the proper detergent to use:

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  • Spills of liquid rinse aid can cause sudsing and water leaks. If rinse aid is spilled while filling, clean immediately with a damp cloth. Leaks could also occur when using a solid rinse aid because it is dispensed throughout the entire cycle instead of when it is needed in the final rinse. If you have a water softener and get sudsing, discontinue use of rinse aid.

Not draining:

 

• If the water is not draining and there are no suds present, or water is leaking from the air gap on the sink, there may be a plumbing issue.

• For any water coming from under the dishwasher not attributed to a plumbing problem, GE Appliances recommends contacting service.

 

If the above suggestions do not resolve the issue, service may be needed. For service, please schedule an appointment with Bodewell.