Dishwasher - Noise Guide
Issue
- Dishwasher noises
Applies to
- Dishwashers
Solution
Hissing - Water Valve
This is typically the first sound you will hear from the dishwasher as the water goes through the valves.
Humming - Wash Pump
This starts and stops when the spray arms alternate.
Humming - Drain Pump
This is usually steady at first and fluctuates when all the water is pumped out.
Clunking - Detergent Dispenser
This happens once a cycle when the detergent is released.
Clunking - Ball Valve
This can occur when the spray arms alternate.
Clunking - Spray Arms
This can occur if you have an item that is too tall and the spray arm is hitting it.
Whooshing - Spray Arms
The spray arms switch back and forth from the bottom to the top and the sound can change when this occurs.