Hobart
Excessive Noise / Pump or Bearing Wear
Hobart dishwasher runs but is very noisy during wash or rinse, with grinding, rattling, or high-pitched sounds.
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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
Foreign objects in wash pump or drain pump, Worn pump bearings, Cavitation due to low water level, Loose wash arms contacting racks
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power before reaching into the tank or sump.
- Inspect for foreign objects: Remove racks, wash arms, and filters. Look for broken glass, cutlery, or other items in the sump and around the pump inlets.
- Check wash arms: Ensure wash arms rotate freely and are not rubbing against racks or tank walls. Replace worn bushings or arms if they wobble excessively.
- Verify water level: Confirm the tank fills to the correct level. Low water can cause pump cavitation and noise; if low, troubleshoot the fill system.
- Assess pump condition: Persistent grinding or screeching often indicates worn pump bearings. The wash or drain pump assembly may need replacement.
- Schedule service: If noise continues after clearing debris and verifying water level, have a Hobart technician inspect the pumps and motor mounts.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Wash Pump Motor Assembly
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