Miele Poor Wash Performance / Restricted Spray

Dishwasher runs but dishes come out dirty or with food residue, especially on upper rack.

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Possible Causes

Clogged spray arm jets, Blocked fine filter, Low water level due to inlet restriction, Worn circulation pump reducing pressure

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before removing spray arms.

  • Clean spray arms: Remove upper and lower spray arms. Rinse thoroughly and clear each jet with a toothpick or soft brush.
  • Clean filters: Remove the coarse and fine filters and wash under hot water to remove grease and debris.
  • Check loading: Ensure dishes are not blocking the rotation of spray arms and that large items do not shield smaller ones.
  • Verify water level: During the wash phase, open the door briefly and check that water level is just below the door lip. If low, inspect the inlet filter and valve.
  • Descale: Run a hot cycle with a dishwasher cleaner or descaler to remove internal limescale that can reduce pump efficiency.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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