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Rinse Aid Dispenser Fault
Rinse aid is not dispensing; dishes are clean but have poor drying and water spots.
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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
Clogged rinse aid dispenser,Stuck dispenser flap,Faulty dispenser solenoid,Control board not energizing dispenser
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power before removing the inner door panel.
- Check settings: Ensure the rinse aid dosage is not set to minimum or off.
- Inspect dispenser: Open the door and check the rinse aid cap and seal. Clean any dried residue.
- Access dispenser assembly: Remove the inner door panel to inspect the dispenser mechanism and wiring.
- Test solenoid (if fitted): Measure resistance across the dispenser solenoid; replace the dispenser if open-circuit or mechanically jammed.
If the dispenser is functional but not being energized, the control board may be at fault.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Rinse Aid Dispenser
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