Is your dishwasher making a weird noise or smelling bad? Here’s how to fix it: A table of how to troubleshoot common issues with dishwashers.

Troubleshooting common problems with dishwashers:

Issue: My dishwasher makes weird noises

Is your dishwasher making a weird noise or smelling bad? Here’s how to fix it:

If your dishwasher is making a weird noise or smelling bad, here’s how to fix it. Troubleshoot common issues with dishwashers and learn how to fix them.

Issue Description To troubleshoot the problem, turn off your dishwasher and unplug it, then follow these steps:

Weird noise Make sure nothing is stuck in the pump. Remove the spray arm and make sure nothing is stuck there. Make sure the motor is running smoothly. Make sure the motor belt is tight.

Bad smell Scrub out any food particles from the walls of the tub and spray arms. Use a mildew cleanser if necessary. Replace your water softener if your water hardness is above 8 grains per gallon.

Is your dishwasher making a weird noise or smelling bad? Here’s how to troubleshoot common issues with dishwashers.

Start by identifying the problem by going through this checklist:

* A weird noise

* Do you have hard water?

* Yes

* Consider using salt, which can reduce limescale buildup in your dishwasher. Also consider using a rinse aid, which can prevent spotting and help the drying process.

* No

* Check if your dishwasher has anything stuck to the impeller (the rotating part at the bottom of your dishwasher). If it does, remove any obstructions.

* A bad smell

* Is it coming from the food disposal?

* Yes – try cleaning it with bleach or vinegar. If that doesn’t work, try running a cycle with a mixture of baking soda and vinegar.

* No – try running a cycle with baking soda and vinegar.

If your dishwasher is making a weird noise or smelling bad, here’s how to fix it.

The dishwasher is a pretty simple machine. It’s basically just a tank of hot soapy water that gets sprayed around at high pressure. And yet every now and then something goes wrong, and you have to troubleshoot it.

I’ve been collecting common issues with dishwashers for years, and I’ve written a few articles on the subjects. The biggest problem is that people forget how simple dishwashers are, so they assume their problem is something complicated. And because it’s hard to figure out exactly what’s wrong with a machine just by looking at it, they resort to calling a professional repairman.

The repairman arrives and charges you $100 just to look at your dishwasher. Then he spends a minute jiggling the handle of the detergent dispenser and says “ah-ha!” He reaches in his bag and pulls out a new dispenser ($100) and installs it in five minutes, charging you another $75 for labor. So your total bill comes to $275.

Not only did you spend $275 to fix a five-minute problem that cost $5 worth of parts; you also wasted two days waiting for the repairman to show up!

This article will explain how dishwashers work, what can go

Dishwasher is making an unusual noise.

Dishwasher is not draining all the way.

Dishwasher is leaking water.

Dishwasher door is not closing properly.

Dishwasher has a bad odor.

You’re getting a weird error message on your dishwasher.

Smell: Bad Smell

Fix: Run a cycle with vinegar and baking soda

Smell: Burning Smell

Fix: Check for leaks or obstructions. Watch out for water leaking from the soap dispenser

Noise: Loud Noise During Cycle

Fix: Check for obstructions. Clean out the filter and drain pump. Check inlet valve for proper function. Make sure dishwasher is level. The feet may need to be adjusted.

Noise: Rattling Noises During Cycle

Fix: Check for loose items such as spoons or other utensils in the tub. Make sure that spray arms can move freely and are not obstructed by dishes or other items. If you have hard water, you may need to clean the spray arms more often than normal.