Water siphoning out during wash program due to unvented drain

What does Water Siphoning mean?

Water is siphoning out of the dishwasher during the wash program. This occurs because the drain hose is connected to a floor drain or a drain pipe less than 8 inches (20 cm) above the floor, and the drain system is not properly vented.

• Drain hose connected to low-level drain without proper venting.

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1. 1

   Open the dishwasher door and remove the lower basket.

2. 2

   Locate and cut off the vent cap at the right rear of the triple filter system as illustrated.

3. 3

   Ensure the drain hose forms a high loop or an external air gap is installed if plumbing codes require it.

4. 4

   Verify that the drain connection height is adequate (at least 8 inches above the floor).