Whirlpool Dishwasher Detergent Door Not Opening

The dispenser door is spring loaded and is held in the closed position by a catch.

Whirlpool dishwasher detergent door not opening. Using the incorrect type of detergent such as dish detergent for hand washing dishes laundry detergent or hand soap. Unplug your dishwasher before locating the switch on the door assembly. If it doesn t open you will need to order a new bi metal release. Thank you for your inquiry.

The dishwasher runs the complete cycle but never uses any of the detergent. The dishwasher is not opening the soap dispenser door. If the bi metal does not have continuity replace it. Check to see if there s detergent in the dispenser or on the bottom of the tub after the cycle.

The dispenser may be blocked. 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. In addition make sure that the dishwasher is getting enough water.

How to inspect the door spring hinge pin in a dishwasher. If i use dishwasher detergent tablets the tablet will not dissolve. Our chat service hours are monday friday from 8 a m. No tools or disassembly will be required.

If the bi metal is burned out it won t release the dispenser door. To determine if the bi metal has burned out use a multimeter to test it for continuity. Close the detergent dispenser cup and then press the metal release with a screwdriver. The soap door does not seem to be open at end of cycle.

Remove the door panel following the instructions outlined in your manual these differ from model to model. Dishes dirty suds in dishwasher cycle not complete. This is a very simple inspection. The most common reason your dishwasher soap dispenser isn t opening.

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. The dishwasher is digital and does not dispense the liquid detergent soap properly.