Error Code: SUD OR SD Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Excessive suds have been detected in the dishwasher. This is often caused by using the wrong type or too much detergent.
How to Fix SUD OR SD Error (Step-by-Step)
- Press the ‘Cancel/Drain’ button to stop the cycle and drain the sudsy water.
- Open the dishwasher door and carefully remove all dishes and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Use a towel to absorb the excess suds from the bottom of the dishwasher tub.
- Pour about 1 cup of white vinegar into the bottom of the dishwasher to help break down the remaining suds.
- Close the door and run a full ‘Rinse Only’ or a short wash cycle with no dishes and no additional detergent.
- To prevent this from happening again, always use a detergent specifically designed for automatic dishwashers and use the correct amount as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Amana error codes: Amana Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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