Cove Dishwasher Error Code 050113

Error code 050113 indicates an open phase error in the wash pump motor drive system, identified as MOT1. This means the dishwasher's control system is detecting that one or more electrical phases reaching the wash pump motor is interrupted or absent. The machine stops operation to prevent motor damage until the fault is resolved.

No. When this error code is active, the dishwasher halts the wash cycle because the pump motor is not operating correctly. Attempting to bypass or ignore the fault risks further damage to the motor or control board. The dishwasher should remain out of service until the open phase condition is diagnosed and corrected.

Repair cost depends on the failed component. If only a wiring harness repair or connector reseat is needed, costs may be limited to a service call fee, typically in the range of $75 to $150. A replacement wash pump motor can add $150 to $400 or more in parts, while a motor control board replacement can range from $200 to $500 or higher, not including labor.

Some causes of this error are accessible to a knowledgeable DIYer. Checking and reseating the wiring harness connectors at the pump motor and control board requires no special tools. However, testing motor winding resistance with a multimeter and evaluating the motor control board involves working near electrical components, so those steps are better suited to experienced technicians.

A reset may temporarily clear the fault display, but the error will return if the underlying electrical problem is not repaired. An open phase condition is a hardware fault, not a software glitch, so resetting the unit without fixing the wiring, motor, or drive board will result in the code reappearing as soon as the machine attempts to run the wash pump.