E15
Danby
Leak Detected in Base / Anti-Flood Protection Activated
Dishwasher shows E15 and may run the drain pump continuously; unit will not start a wash cycle.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Leaking door gasket, Cracked sump or tub, Loose hose clamp, Faulty inlet valve or pump seal
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power and turn off water supply immediately to prevent further leakage.
- Check for visible leaks: Open the door and inspect around the door gasket and bottom of the door for water trails.
- Remove toe-kick panel: Look into the base pan for standing water. If present, carefully soak it up with towels or a sponge.
- Reset float switch: Many Danby models use a float in the base pan. Once water is removed, gently lower the float if it is stuck in the up position.
- Run a short test: With the unit pulled slightly out, run a short cycle and watch for drips from hoses, pump, or sump.
- Repair leak source: Tighten hose clamps, replace cracked hoses, or install a new door gasket or sump seal as needed.
- If leak source is not obvious: It may be a hairline crack in the tub or sump; consider professional inspection.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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