Miele Dishwasher Drain Pump
As in any dishwasher the drain pump is essential for the dishwasher to work properly. If it doesn’t work properly some of the obvious signs will be.
- Inlet/Dain light coming on, mentioned in a previous post,
- Water in the dishwasher above the filter after the dishwasher has finished the cycle.
- Dishes not washed clean.
The most common reason for this is a blockage in the drain pump. Miele dishwasher drain pumps have been built to be easily serviced. Steps to check a drain pump.
- Open the dishwasher and remove the bottom roll out rack.
- Lift out the sump filter by turning the handle 90 deg. and lifting out.
- It’s easier at this stage, if you remove the water out of the dishwasher sump with a small container and then a sponge.
- Once the water is out of the dishwasher you should have a clear view of the pump cover on one side at the bottom of the sump.
- To remove the drain pump cover will depend on which model dishwasher you have.
- Some model have a wire clip and others have a vertical standing plastic clip.
- Once you remove the clip the pump cover will lift up.
- When you do this a small amount of water will gush out of the non return valve.
- Mop the rest of the water out so you can get a good look at the pump.
- Check the non return valve is free for the ball to rattle around inside and there is no obstructions.
- Now check the pump impeller turn freely and there is nothing stopping it from turning.
- The new style of drain pump will have a slight magnetic pull in a couple places as you turn it.
- Be careful of possible sharp glass or metal pieces in the drain pump.
- Once it is all clear reassemble in the reverse order. Then test the dishwasher again.
If the diswaher now drains out youshould be good to go, but if you still have a problem, then it is time to call a Miele Serviceman. He has the tools and knowledge to repair your dishwasher promptly and efficiently. If you live in the Mackay area of Queensland call me Rod Swan of Andergrove Appliance Service. 0408776405
