Whirlpool Dishwasher Detergent Door Not Opening

Close the detergent dispenser cup and then press the metal release with a screwdriver.

Whirlpool dishwasher detergent door not opening.

The most common reason your dishwasher soap dispenser isn t opening. Dishes dirty suds in dishwasher cycle not complete. Remove the door panel following the instructions outlined in your manual these differ from model to model. The dispenser door is spring loaded and is held in the closed position by a catch.

The soap door does not seem to be open at end of cycle. Check to see if there s detergent in the dispenser or on the bottom of the tub after the cycle. If foam or suds are detected by the dishwasher sensing system the dishwasher may not operate properly or may not fill with water. If you not sure if your dishwasher getting water just open the dishwasher door slowly in 2 minutes after you press start button to make sure you have water at the bottom.

If i use dishwasher detergent tablets the tablet will not dissolve. If it doesn t open you will need to order a new bi metal release. When your dishwasher not getting water obviously dishwasher detergent will not dissolve at all and you will see soap in the bottom of your dishwasher when you open the door. No tools or disassembly will be required.

If the bi metal does not have continuity replace it. The dispenser may be blocked. Tall items like cookie sheets and cutting boards placed in the lower rack can block the dispenser door. In addition make sure that the dishwasher is getting enough water.

Using the incorrect type of detergent such as dish detergent for hand washing dishes laundry detergent or hand soap. The dishwasher runs the complete cycle but never uses any of the detergent. This is a very simple inspection. How to inspect the door spring hinge pin in a dishwasher.

Our chat service hours are monday friday from 8 a m. The dishwasher is not opening the soap dispenser door. Thank you for your inquiry. If the bi metal is burned out it won t release the dispenser door.

Unplug your dishwasher before locating the switch on the door assembly. To determine if the bi metal has burned out use a multimeter to test it for continuity.