Error Code: DS Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Door switch error or excessive suds detected.
How to Fix DS Error (Step-by-Step)
- Check the door for any clothing or foreign objects caught in the latch.
- Clean the door and the rubber seal with a damp cloth to remove any residue.
- If you used too much detergent, run a rinse and spin cycle to clear out excess suds.
- Close the door firmly to ensure it is properly latched.
- Try starting a new cycle to see if the error is cleared.
- 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.
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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- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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