Dishwasher Repair Quiz
1. What is the most common reason a dishwasher won’t drain?
a) Too much detergent b) A clogged drain filter or hose
c) The dishes are too dirty
d) The dishwasher is on strike
2. If a dishwasher is leaving water spots on glasses, what’s the likely issue?
a) Hard water buildup and lack of rinse aid b) Not enough detergent
c) The heating element is broken
d) The dishwasher is allergic to glass
3. A dishwasher that isn’t filling with water might have a faulty:
a) Drain hose b) Water inlet valve
c) Soap dispenser
d) Door gasket
4. Loud grinding noises from a dishwasher usually indicate:
a) A stuck drain pump or faulty motor b) The dishwasher is angry
c) Too much detergent
d) Water pressure is too high
5. If a dishwasher isn’t drying dishes properly, what’s the first thing to check?
a) If the water temperature is hot enough b) The detergent compartment
c) If the door seals properly
d) If the dishes are really dishes
6. What could cause a dishwasher to leak water onto the floor?
a) A clogged spray arm b) A damaged door gasket or overfilled unit
c) The dishwasher is crying
d) A faulty rinse aid dispenser
7. Why would a dishwasher smell bad even after running a cycle?
a) Bacteria buildup in the drain filter b) Not enough detergent
c) The dishwasher is haunted
d) The control board is faulty
8. What should you check if the dishwasher door won’t latch?
a) The water inlet valve b) The door latch mechanism and alignment
c) The spray arm
d) If the dishes are blocking the door
9. If detergent isn’t dispensing properly, what could be the issue?
a) A clogged detergent dispenser or faulty door spring b) Too much water pressure
c) The drain filter
d) Using the wrong type of detergent
10. A dishwasher won’t start at all. What’s a likely fix?
a) Check the power supply and door latch b) Add more detergent
c) Run it on an extra rinse cycle
d) Pray to the appliance gods
