Some common leaking trouble makers with dishwashers

Glisten Dishwasher Cleaner and Deodorizer

Door gasket used on current model Maytag brands dishwashers

Door gasket used on some belt driven model Maytag brands dishwashers

Door gasket used on some GE brands dishwashers

Some common leaking trouble makers....

Leaks at the door:

	Door gasket loose/torn
	Corner gaskets or door baffle/vent gasket
	Door lock/latch loose/broken
	Split spray arm
	Over filling with water...usually the level is just under the heating element is normal
	Something leaking through the door...like the soap or rinse agent dispenser gasket, silverware basket button.
	Door hinge(s) bent
	Wrong soap was used...dish sink soap instead of dishwasher soap
	Rinse aid being used with mechanically softened water ( makes foam or suds inside the dishwasher )

Leaks from under the unit:

	Look for whiting or calcium stain on the motor and pump assembly = motor and pump assembly seal leak...access panel removal help
	Hose for upper spray arm split
	Fill hose split or fill hose spout air inlet is calcium covered
	Drain hose is split
	Rusted liner...metal liners only
	Fill valve leaking or allowing water to fill all the time
	Heating element ends....where they come out through the dishwasher liner
	Float or float gasket

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