⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.
Error Code: PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER) Difficulty: Easy
Problem: The pre-rinse cycle is active.
How to Fix PRE-RINSE SYMBOL (SPRAY OF WATER) Error (Step-by-Step)
- This symbol shows that the pre-rinse cycle is currently running.
- This is part of the normal operation to rinse dishes before the main wash cycle begins.
- No action is needed as this is not an error message.
- The dishwasher will automatically move to the main wash cycle after the pre-rinse is finished.
- You do not need any parts or to perform any repairs.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
- Check for simple blockages (lint screen, drain path, or filter) and clean anything you find.
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If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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Expert: Mike Sullivan
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