Dishwasher will not start; no lights or response on the control panel.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Use a qualified person to work on electrical circuits. Always verify power is off before opening electrical enclosures.
Restoring power:
- Check building breaker: Verify the breaker feeding the Champion dishwasher has not tripped. Reset if necessary and observe if it trips again.
- Inspect power cord and terminal block: Open the electrical junction box and check for loose or burned connections. Tighten terminals and replace damaged wires.
- Check internal fuses: Locate any fuses on the control board or in-line holders. Test with a multimeter and replace blown fuses with the correct rating.
- Test main power switch: Verify continuity through the on/off switch when turned on. Replace if faulty.
When to call a technician: If breakers trip repeatedly or wiring damage is found, professional electrical service is required.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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