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If you’re someone who has a lot of dishes on the regular, a proper dishwasher can be a lifesaver. It can help you to save time and keep your kitchen clean.
If you have a Jenn Air dishwasher, sometimes it may need to be reset. Resetting a dishwasher means to reset all of the settings so that they are as they were when you first bought the appliance. The instructions for doing this are easy to follow and it only takes a few minutes to complete.
Why You Might Need to Reset a Jenn Air Dishwasher
The Jenn Air dishwasher will automatically turn itself off when it has finished its cycle. Sometimes, it may refuse to turn itself on correctly the next time you use it. This can be very troublesome because you will have to manually turn it on. The best way to avoid this is to reset the dishwasher when it starts acting up. This may have happened due to improper use, a power surge, and more.
If you have to clean the dishes that were left in the dishwasher before it was reset, then you should take them out before doing so. The reason for this is that water can leak into the bottom of the dishwasher and corrode the interior.
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There are a few things that you need to do in order to reset your dishwasher.
Press and hold the reset button
Turn the dishwasher on by pressing and holding the reset button for about 30 seconds. Sometimes, pressing on this button once would start the dishwashing process, while pressing it twice will restart it. If your dishwasher stopped working, it may have been because you accidentally pressed it twice instead of once.
Look for indicator lights or error codes
If the dishwasher is not working, you will have to look for the error code. These are displayed on the screen as a message that tells you what went wrong. If you do not see an error code, then the dishwasher is probably working properly.
Check the user manual
If you’re not sure what an error code means, then you should check the user manual. It will have instructions on how to use the dishwasher and tell you what error codes are displayed when something goes wrong.
Check the door gasket
If the dishwasher has a problem with the door gasket, then it may not be able to open or close properly. If this is the case, then you should take it apart and replace it with a new one.
Check for leaks
You should also check to see if there are any leaks in your dishwasher before resetting it. You can do this by filling it with water and then checking the door gasket. If there are any leaks, then you should take the dishwasher apart and repair it.
Take it to an expert
If all of the above methods fail, it might be time to call a professional to take care of things, especially if you suspect a more intensive damage.
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