Sharp Dishwashers Error Codes
Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.
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E1
Dishwasher stops shortly after start and displays E1; machine may attempt to drain continuously.
Water Inlet Timeout / Insufficient Fill
E10
Dishwasher displays E10 and may not start the cycle; door appears closed but machine thinks it is open.
Door Lock / Door Switch Fault
E11
Dishwasher shows E11; cycle may run but display indicates a sensor error related to drying or temperature.
Drying System Sensor / Vent Sensor Fault
E12
Dishwasher displays E12 and drying performance is poor; sometimes accompanied by white spots on dishes.
Rinse Aid System / Flow Sensor Fault
E13
Dishwasher shows E13; may be associated with unusually hot water or safety shutdown.
Overtemperature Protection Triggered
E14
Dishwasher displays E14 and may not fill correctly; sometimes fills only partially or not at all.
Flow Meter / Water Intake Measurement Fault
E15
Dishwasher shows E15 and may not start; sometimes accompanied by beeping and drain pump operation.
Base Leak Detected / Float Switch Activated
E16
Dishwasher displays E16 and may continuously fill or overflow into the base.
Inlet Valve Stuck Open / Overfill
E17
Dishwasher shows E17 and may stop with little or no water in the tub.
Low Water Level / Short Fill
E18
Dishwasher displays E18 and may stop during drain; water remains in the tub.
Drain Time Too Long / Partial Blockage
E19
Dishwasher shows E19; may be related to internal water distribution or regeneration system.
Regeneration Valve / Softener Valve Fault
E2
Dishwasher displays E2 and stops; water remains in the tub and you can hear or previously heard the drain pump running continuously.
Drain Timeout / Poor Draining
E20
Dishwasher displays E20 and may not start or may stop unexpectedly; often associated with general electronics fault.
Main Control Board Communication / Internal Error
E3
Dishwasher shows E3 and stops mid-cycle; dishes are cold and detergent may not fully dissolve.
Heating Circuit Failure / Water Not Heating
E4
Dishwasher displays E4 and may run the drain pump continuously; sometimes you hear water sloshing in the base.
Anti-Flood Protection / Water in Base Tray
E5
Dishwasher shows E5 and may stop during the wash; water level appears too high or you see water near the door gasket.
Overfill / Water Level Sensor Fault
E6
Dishwasher displays E6 and may not start or may stop shortly after filling.
Turbidity / Water Quality Sensor Error
E7
Dishwasher shows E7 and may not heat properly or may end the cycle prematurely.
Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault
E8
Dishwasher displays E8 and may stop during wash; spray arms may not rotate properly and cleaning is poor.
Circulation Pump / Wash Motor Fault
E9
Dishwasher shows E9 and may stop with water in the tub; sometimes accompanied by unusual noises from the pump area.
Diverter Valve / Spray Zone Control Fault
F1
Dishwasher shows F1 and will not start; may beep repeatedly.
Door Not Closed / Door Switch Open
F2
Dishwasher displays F2 and stops; water remains in the tub.
Drain Fault
F3
Dishwasher shows F3; water stays cold and cycle may be extended.
Heater Fault
F4
Dishwasher displays F4 and may stop during wash; sometimes accompanied by unusual motor noise.
Wash Motor / Circulation Pump Fault
F5
Dishwasher shows F5 and may not fill or may overfill depending on failure mode.
Water Level / Pressure Switch Fault
F6
Dishwasher displays F6 and will not start; often indicates water inlet problem.
Inlet Water Fault
F7
Dishwasher shows F7; may be related to flow meter or water distribution.
Flow Meter / Water Intake Sensor Fault
F8
Dishwasher displays F8 and may stop with water in the base tray.
Leak / Overflow Protection Activated
F9
Dishwasher shows F9; may indicate electronics or configuration fault.
Configuration / EEPROM / Control Error
Symptom
Dishwasher detergent tablet remains in the dispenser at the end of the cycle.
Detergent Dispenser / Spray Coverage Issue
Symptom
Dishwasher does not drain completely; a small pool of water remains under the filter after each cycle.
Residual Water / Partial Drain
Symptom
Dishwasher door drops down quickly or will not stay in a partially open position.
Door Spring / Hinge Cable Failure
Symptom
Dishwasher door is hard to close or pops open during the cycle.
Door Latch / Cabinet Alignment Issue
Symptom
Dishwasher has a bad odor even after completing a cycle.
Biofilm / Food Residue Build-Up
Symptom
Dishwasher interior is wet and dishes are not dry at the end of the cycle.
Poor Drying Performance
Symptom
Dishwasher leaks water from the bottom front edge of the door during the wash cycle.
Door Gasket / Door Alignment Leak
Symptom
Dishwasher leaks water from underneath the cabinet, especially during filling or early wash.
Base Leak from Hoses or Sump
Symptom
Dishwasher leaves white film or spots on glasses and dishes.
Hard Water / Rinse Aid / Softener Misadjustment
Symptom
Dishwasher makes a high-pitched squealing or whining noise during operation.
Circulation Pump Bearing Wear / Motor Noise
Symptom
Dishwasher makes loud grinding or rattling noises during the wash cycle.
Foreign Object in Pump or Spray Arm / Worn Pump Bearings
Symptom
Dishwasher powers on but will not start any cycle; pressing Start does nothing or only beeps.
User Interface / Door / Program Lock
Symptom
Dishwasher racks are difficult to slide or feel rough when pulled out.
Rack Rail / Wheel Wear
Symptom
Dishwasher runs but dishes come out dirty or with food residue.
Poor Wash Performance / Circulation or Spray Issue
Symptom
Dishwasher runs for an unusually long time or never seems to finish the cycle.
Extended Cycle Due to Heating or Sensor Issues
Symptom
Dishwasher stops mid-cycle and all lights go off, then may restart later.
Intermittent Power / Overheating Control Board
Symptom
Dishwasher vibrates excessively or moves in the cabinet during operation, especially during drain or wash.
Installation / Mounting / Pump Imbalance
Symptom
Dishwasher will not power on at all; no lights or display.
No Power / Main Supply Fault
| Error Code | Symptom | Fault Type | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 |
Dishwasher stops shortly after start and displays E1; machine may attempt to drain continuously.
|
Water Inlet Timeout / Insufficient Fill | View Details |
| E10 |
Dishwasher displays E10 and may not start the cycle; door appears closed but machine thinks it is open.
|
Door Lock / Door Switch Fault | View Details |
| E11 |
Dishwasher shows E11; cycle may run but display indicates a sensor error related to drying or temperature.
|
Drying System Sensor / Vent Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E12 |
Dishwasher displays E12 and drying performance is poor; sometimes accompanied by white spots on dishes.
|
Rinse Aid System / Flow Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E13 |
Dishwasher shows E13; may be associated with unusually hot water or safety shutdown.
|
Overtemperature Protection Triggered | View Details |
| E14 |
Dishwasher displays E14 and may not fill correctly; sometimes fills only partially or not at all.
|
Flow Meter / Water Intake Measurement Fault | View Details |
| E15 |
Dishwasher shows E15 and may not start; sometimes accompanied by beeping and drain pump operation.
|
Base Leak Detected / Float Switch Activated | View Details |
| E16 |
Dishwasher displays E16 and may continuously fill or overflow into the base.
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Inlet Valve Stuck Open / Overfill | View Details |
| E17 |
Dishwasher shows E17 and may stop with little or no water in the tub.
|
Low Water Level / Short Fill | View Details |
| E18 |
Dishwasher displays E18 and may stop during drain; water remains in the tub.
|
Drain Time Too Long / Partial Blockage | View Details |
| E19 |
Dishwasher shows E19; may be related to internal water distribution or regeneration system.
|
Regeneration Valve / Softener Valve Fault | View Details |
| E2 |
Dishwasher displays E2 and stops; water remains in the tub and you can hear or previously heard the drain pump running continuously.
|
Drain Timeout / Poor Draining | View Details |
| E20 |
Dishwasher displays E20 and may not start or may stop unexpectedly; often associated with general electronics fault.
|
Main Control Board Communication / Internal Error | View Details |
| E3 |
Dishwasher shows E3 and stops mid-cycle; dishes are cold and detergent may not fully dissolve.
|
Heating Circuit Failure / Water Not Heating | View Details |
| E4 |
Dishwasher displays E4 and may run the drain pump continuously; sometimes you hear water sloshing in the base.
|
Anti-Flood Protection / Water in Base Tray | View Details |
| E5 |
Dishwasher shows E5 and may stop during the wash; water level appears too high or you see water near the door gasket.
|
Overfill / Water Level Sensor Fault | View Details |
| E6 |
Dishwasher displays E6 and may not start or may stop shortly after filling.
|
Turbidity / Water Quality Sensor Error | View Details |
| E7 |
Dishwasher shows E7 and may not heat properly or may end the cycle prematurely.
|
Temperature Sensor (NTC) Fault | View Details |
| E8 |
Dishwasher displays E8 and may stop during wash; spray arms may not rotate properly and cleaning is poor.
|
Circulation Pump / Wash Motor Fault | View Details |
| E9 |
Dishwasher shows E9 and may stop with water in the tub; sometimes accompanied by unusual noises from the pump area.
|
Diverter Valve / Spray Zone Control Fault | View Details |
| F1 |
Dishwasher shows F1 and will not start; may beep repeatedly.
|
Door Not Closed / Door Switch Open | View Details |
| F2 |
Dishwasher displays F2 and stops; water remains in the tub.
|
Drain Fault | View Details |
| F3 |
Dishwasher shows F3; water stays cold and cycle may be extended.
|
Heater Fault | View Details |
| F4 |
Dishwasher displays F4 and may stop during wash; sometimes accompanied by unusual motor noise.
|
Wash Motor / Circulation Pump Fault | View Details |
| F5 |
Dishwasher shows F5 and may not fill or may overfill depending on failure mode.
|
Water Level / Pressure Switch Fault | View Details |
| F6 |
Dishwasher displays F6 and will not start; often indicates water inlet problem.
|
Inlet Water Fault | View Details |
| F7 |
Dishwasher shows F7; may be related to flow meter or water distribution.
|
Flow Meter / Water Intake Sensor Fault | View Details |
| F8 |
Dishwasher displays F8 and may stop with water in the base tray.
|
Leak / Overflow Protection Activated | View Details |
| F9 |
Dishwasher shows F9; may indicate electronics or configuration fault.
|
Configuration / EEPROM / Control Error | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher detergent tablet remains in the dispenser at the end of the cycle.
|
Detergent Dispenser / Spray Coverage Issue | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher does not drain completely; a small pool of water remains under the filter after each cycle.
|
Residual Water / Partial Drain | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher door drops down quickly or will not stay in a partially open position.
|
Door Spring / Hinge Cable Failure | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher door is hard to close or pops open during the cycle.
|
Door Latch / Cabinet Alignment Issue | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher has a bad odor even after completing a cycle.
|
Biofilm / Food Residue Build-Up | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher interior is wet and dishes are not dry at the end of the cycle.
|
Poor Drying Performance | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher leaks water from the bottom front edge of the door during the wash cycle.
|
Door Gasket / Door Alignment Leak | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher leaks water from underneath the cabinet, especially during filling or early wash.
|
Base Leak from Hoses or Sump | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher leaves white film or spots on glasses and dishes.
|
Hard Water / Rinse Aid / Softener Misadjustment | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher makes a high-pitched squealing or whining noise during operation.
|
Circulation Pump Bearing Wear / Motor Noise | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher makes loud grinding or rattling noises during the wash cycle.
|
Foreign Object in Pump or Spray Arm / Worn Pump Bearings | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher powers on but will not start any cycle; pressing Start does nothing or only beeps.
|
User Interface / Door / Program Lock | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher racks are difficult to slide or feel rough when pulled out.
|
Rack Rail / Wheel Wear | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher runs but dishes come out dirty or with food residue.
|
Poor Wash Performance / Circulation or Spray Issue | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher runs for an unusually long time or never seems to finish the cycle.
|
Extended Cycle Due to Heating or Sensor Issues | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher stops mid-cycle and all lights go off, then may restart later.
|
Intermittent Power / Overheating Control Board | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher vibrates excessively or moves in the cabinet during operation, especially during drain or wash.
|
Installation / Mounting / Pump Imbalance | View Details |
| – |
Dishwasher will not power on at all; no lights or display.
|
No Power / Main Supply Fault | View Details |
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