KitchenAid Intermittent Power Loss or Overheating Control

Dishwasher powers on but shuts off mid-cycle without completing; no specific error code shown.

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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

Loose power connection at junction box, overheating control board, failing door switch, thermal fuse issue (on some models)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Turn off power at the breaker before opening any electrical boxes.

Check power connections:

  • Remove the lower access panel and inspect the junction box where house wiring connects to the dishwasher.
  • Ensure wire nuts are tight and no wires are burnt or loose.

Door switch:

  • Inspect and test the door latch/switch for intermittent operation as in F5E2.

If wiring and latch are good:

  • The control board or thermal protection device may be failing and should be diagnosed and replaced by a technician.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Power Junction Box / Main Control Board
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