Maytag Dishwasher Electronic Diagnosis
PCB Assembly Diagnostic Tips for Maytag/JennAir dishwashers MDB6100, 6150, 7100, 9100, 9150 & JDB7910, 8910, 9910
- If the cause is a "dead not working" dishwasher, ensure that the wiring is properly located and attached to the PCB assembly. Check the door switches, check the main wire harness coming into the d/w. On some assemblies a jumper wire with dual terminal on one end is used. When attaching the wire from the main harness to the dual terminal, the possibility of a loose connection may occur causing improper voltage to the PCB. If the PCB board has a burnt trace on the back of the PCB, A shorted triac on the PC board may be the cause. The motor start winding may have been damaged, which should be checked at the same time.
- If the complaint is "All lights are flashing", interrupt power to the dishwasher for 1 minute, then re-apply power. If the lights are not flashing, may not be a PCB problem.
- If the "Clean & Option" keypads appear not to be working, but the "Auto clean" keypad does, disconnect the wiring at the turbidity sensor. If a cycle and any option can now be entered, replace the turbidity sensor.
- If the "Clean & Keypad 7 LED" are flashing, this is the code for an incorrect "Memory Software Check". Interrupt power to the dishwasher for 1 minute, then re-apply power. If the lights are not flashing, the PCB may not be your problem.
A manual Function test for PCB dishwashers
A manual function test may be started by pressing the keys in the following sequence within 10 seconds.
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Keypad 2
Keypad 1
Keypad 2
Keypad 3
Keypad 4
Keypad 5
Keypad 6
Keypad 7
Keypad 4
The dry LED will FLASH indicating manual test mode active. Specific keypads will turn on or off a component as follows:
Keypad 2 - Motor circulate
Keypad 3 - Water valve
Keypad 4 - Soap dispenser (lid closed) Rinse Aid (lid open)
Keypad 5 - Vent
Keypad 6 - Heating element
When a component is activated by pressing a specific keypad, the LED above the keypad will be ON. The test will cancel 120 seconds after the last keypad is pressed. To cancel test, press the Drain/off keypad.
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