Dishwasher door drops down quickly or will not stay partially open.

Safety first: Disconnect power before removing side panels; the door is heavy and can drop suddenly.

• Step 1 – Inspect door movement:
  • Open and close the door slowly; if it falls freely, a spring or cable is likely broken.
• Step 2 – Access springs and cables:
  • Remove the left and right side panels.
  • Locate the door springs and tension cables attached to the hinges.
• Step 3 – Replace damaged parts:
  • If a cable is frayed or broken, replace both cables as a set.
  • If a spring is broken, replace both springs to maintain balance.
• Step 4 – Adjust tension:
  • Use the adjustment holes or hooks to set the correct tension so the door stays in a half-open position without slamming.

Do not operate the dishwasher with a faulty door spring system; it can be dangerous and damage the hinges.