Summit Poor Drying Performance

Dishwasher does not dry dishes; items are wet at the end of the cycle but washing seems normal.

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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

Rinse aid empty or set too low, Failed heating element, Faulty vent fan or vent flap, Low final rinse temperature

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Allow the dishwasher to cool and disconnect power before testing the heater.

  • Check rinse aid: Ensure the rinse aid dispenser is filled and set to a medium or high setting.
  • Use proper cycle: Select a cycle with heated dry or extra dry options if available on your Summit model.
  • Test heating element: Access the heating element terminals from underneath and test for continuity. Replace if open.
  • Inspect vent system: If your model has a vent fan assembly, check that the vent is not blocked and that the fan operates during drying. Replace the fan or vent flap if defective.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Heating Element
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