Hobart Extended Cycle Time / Slow Heating or Filling

Hobart dishwasher cycles are taking much longer than normal to complete.

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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

Insufficient hot water supply, Heater not reaching setpoint, Slow fill due to restricted inlet, Control waiting for temperature or level conditions

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Allow the machine to cool before opening panels.

  • Check supply temperature: Measure incoming hot water temperature. If below Hobart’s specification, increase water heater setting or correct supply issues.
  • Inspect inlet screens: Clean the water inlet valve screen and any external strainers to restore normal fill rate.
  • Verify heater operation: Observe tank and rinse temperatures during operation. If they rise very slowly or not at all, troubleshoot the heating elements and thermostats.
  • Descale system: Heavy scale on heaters and sensors can slow heating. Run a descaling procedure with an approved product.
  • Service if unresolved: If cycle times remain excessive, the control board or sensors may be misreading and should be checked by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Tank Heating Element
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