Dishwasher shows IE or E1 shortly after start; no water heard entering the tub.

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.

Possible Causes

Closed water supply valve, Clogged inlet filter, Failed inlet valve coil, Low household water pressure

Safety first: Turn off power and water before disconnecting hoses.

Verify valve is open: Confirm the under-sink shutoff valve is fully open.
Clean inlet screen: Disconnect the inlet hose at the dishwasher and clean the filter screen on the inlet valve.
Test valve coil: With power off, measure resistance across the valve coil. Replace the valve if open.

If water supply and valve are good, a faulty flow meter or main PCB may be the cause.

Medium 3/5

Water Inlet Valve

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