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10 guides
Parts and tools for dishwasher error codes
These are the parts, tools and supplies that the manufacturer manuals behind our dishwasher code pages name. Each guide explains what the item does, how to choose and test it and when to leave it to a technician. Shopping links are Amazon links; search links open results and never confirm a fit for your model.
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Guides
Multimeter for appliance and HVAC diagnosis
What a multimeter measures, which manual steps call for one, how to choose one and the rules for using it safely.
Non-contact voltage tester
How a non-contact voltage tester works, how to choose a dual-range model and why it never replaces switching power off.
Nut driver set
Why nut drivers suit appliance and furnace panels, which sizes a common set covers and what insulated means.
Level and wrench for levelling a washer or dishwasher
LG and Samsung say an unlevel washer can cause UE and drain faults. What to use to check and adjust levelling.
Dishwasher filter cleaning
Bosch E22, E24 and E25, LG OE and Samsung 1E all start with the dishwasher filter. What the manufacturers say and what to use.
Dishwasher drain hose
Drain hose, air gap and high loop checks from GE, LG, Samsung and Bosch, and what to buy if the hose is damaged.
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Dishwasher water supply line
Bosch E16 to E18, LG IE and GE H2O all start with a kinked inlet hose or closed valve. What to check and what to buy.
Dishwasher descaler and cleaner
Bosch E12 is limescale in the heat pump. What Bosch says and how dishwasher cleaner tablets are used.
Dishwasher softening salt
Bosch says to use softening salt, if the dishwasher has a water softener, to help prevent E12 limescale.
Dishwasher detergent
LG bE and AE point to the wrong detergent. What LG says to use and not use.
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