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Bosch dishwasher not spinning
Common reasons your Bosch dishwasher is not spinning
The most common reasons your Bosch dishwasher is not spinning are a defective electronic control board, damaged user interface control or a faulty pump and motor assembly.
55% of the time it's the Electronic Control Board
17% of the time it's the User Interface Control
5% of the time it's the Pump and Motor Assembly
23% of the time it's the Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Bosch dishwasher
Electronic Control Board Replacement
A dishwasher that is not spinning could have a defective electronic control board. The control board will freeze up and fail to send current to the wash motor when its internal memory and logic is corrupted. A failed internal electronic relay or bad electronic part on the circuit board could be causing the control board to freeze up and not continue working properly. Determining whether a control board is defective is difficult. Have a Sears Home Services technician diagnose and repair your dishwasher when it won’t spin the spray arms.
User Interface Control Replacement
When your dishwasher is not spinning, a damaged user interface control could be causing the problem. The user interface control connects to the electronic control board through a wire harness and sends signals to the control board to help control the dishwashing cycle. A stuck key on the user interface control can cause the electronic control board to stop the cycle and the dishwasher won’t work until the damaged user interface control is fixed. Have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert visit your home and replace the user interface control if it’s damaged.
Pump and Motor Assembly Replacement
When spray arms are not spinning in your dishwasher, a faulty pump and motor assembly likely isn’t creating enough water pressure and flow through the water delivery system to spin the spray arms and distribute the spray. You may hear loud noises such as buzzing or grinding coming from a faulty pump and motor assembly. When your dishwasher gets noisy and doesn’t clean the dishes, have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert examine your dishwasher and fix the problem.
How do you fix a Bosch dishwasher that won't spin?
A Bosch dishwasher with spray arms not spinning often has one of these problems:
- Clogged spray arm holes.
- Cracked or damaged spray arm.
- Clogged dishwasher filter.
- Low water fill level.
- Weak circulation pump.
Follow these basic troubleshooting steps to resolve the spray arm spinning failure.
Check the spray arm for clogs or damage
Examine the spray arm holes for clogs and deposits. Clear the holes using a bamboo skewer if necessary.
Look for spray arm cracks or damage. Replace the spray arm if it’s damaged.
Clean the dishwasher filters
Clogged dishwasher filters can inhibit water flow through the spray arms.
Clean the water filters regularly to maximize water flow through the spray arms.
Check water fill level
Low water fill level can prevent the circulation pump from generating the pressure and flow needed to spin the spray arms properly.
Water level inside the dishwasher should be within ½ inch of the heating element or just touching the bottom of the mushroom float in the tub.
If your dishwasher isn’t filling properly, follow the DIY troubleshooting tips in this video to fix the problem:
If these tips don’t help you fix the problem with spray arms not spinning properly in your dishwasher, schedule dishwasher repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to resolve the issue.
What to expect when you experience a Bosch dishwasher not spinning issue
How is the not spinning problem fixed?
Correcting most not spinning problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, user interface control or pump and motor assembly. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a dishwasher that is not spinning
When the dishwasher is not spinning it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a dishwasher not spinning diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
When the spray arms in your Bosch dishwasher stop spinning, coverage is severely limited. Debris build-up or motor malfunctions commonly freeze the arm motion. Rather than living with half-washed utensils, consider dishwasher repair service near me. Freed-up arms ensure water reaches every dish so you get spotless results.
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A dishwasher impeller is a rotating component within the dishwasher's pump that circulates water throughout the unit during a wash cycle, ensuring efficient cleaning by spraying water at high pressure.
A dishwasher sump is located at the bottom of the dishwasher, serving as a collection point for water during the wash cycle. It houses the main pump and filter, facilitating the recirculation and drainage of water, essential for the cleaning process.
A dishwasher turbidity sensor is an advanced feature that measures the level of food particles and debris in the water, allowing the dishwasher to adjust the wash cycle length and water usage for optimal cleaning efficiency.