Dishwasher does not power on at all; no lights on the control panel and no response to buttons.

Safety first: Before touching any wiring, ensure the breaker is off.

• 1. Check household power: Verify the kitchen circuit breaker is not tripped. Reset if necessary.
• 2. Inspect junction box: Remove the toe-kick and open the electrical junction box where the house wiring connects to the dishwasher. Confirm wire nuts are tight and no wires are burned.
• 3. Test outlet/line: If the dishwasher uses a plug, test the outlet with another appliance. If hard-wired, use a multimeter (if qualified) to confirm voltage at the junction box.
• 4. Control board: If power is present at the dishwasher but the control panel is dead, the main control board or user interface may be faulty and typically requires replacement.

If you are not experienced with electrical work, contact a licensed electrician or appliance technician.