Error Code: SD OR 5D Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Suds detection. Appears when too much detergent is used.
How to Fix SD OR 5D Error (Step-by-Step)
- Press the ‘Cancel’ button to stop the cycle. The dishwasher will begin a drain process to remove the sudsy water, which may take several minutes.
- Once drained, open the door to allow air to circulate, which will help the remaining suds break down.
- Do not add any more detergent. Close the door and run a ‘Rinse Only’ or a normal wash cycle with no dishes inside to flush out the excess soap.
- If suds are still present, run a second rinse cycle.
- For future loads, ensure you are using only detergent made specifically for automatic dishwashers.
- Never use liquid soap for handwashing dishes, as this is the most common cause of excessive sudsing.
- Reduce the amount of detergent used, especially if you have soft water.
- 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.
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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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