KitchenAid Excessive Suds / Suds Lock Condition

Washer frequently stops and displays "SUD" or appears to have excessive suds without an error code.

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Possible Causes

Using non-HE detergent, using too much detergent, very soft water with standard dosing, partially blocked drain causing foam retention

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Unplug the washer if it overflows with suds. Clean up any spills to prevent slipping.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Use HE detergent: Ensure you are using high-efficiency (HE) detergent only, and reduce the amount used, especially in soft water areas.
  • Run rinse cycles: Run an extra rinse/spin cycle without detergent to clear existing suds.
  • Check drain: Verify the drain pump and hose are clear so suds can be removed effectively.

When to replace: No parts typically need replacement unless the pressure sensor or drain system has been damaged by chronic oversudsing. Correct detergent usage usually resolves the issue.

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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5
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