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Cove Dishwasher Error Code 980199

Power interruption

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Power interruption: Unit has undergone a power interruption while running a wash cycle.

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Once power has been restored, verify the UIM says 'Wash cycle interrupted. START to resume. CANCEL to exit.' Press either key and follow UIM instructions.

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What 980199 means on a Cove dishwasher

Error code 980199 on a Cove dishwasher indicates that the unit experienced a power interruption while an active wash cycle was in progress. This is an informational status code rather than a fault condition. The dishwasher's control board monitors power continuity throughout operation, and when incoming power drops or cuts out unexpectedly, the controller logs this event and halts the cycle at whatever stage it was in. When power is restored, the unit displays this code to inform the user of what happened and to prompt a decision on how to proceed.

The User Interface Module (UIM) serves as the communication point between the control system and the user after a power interruption. Upon power restoration, the UIM should display the message 'Wash cycle interrupted. START to resume. CANCEL to exit.' This prompt allows the technician or homeowner to either continue the cycle from where it paused or cancel it entirely and start fresh. The control board retains cycle state information in memory, which is what enables the resume function to work correctly after an interruption.

Common sources of this event include household electrical outages, tripped circuit breakers, loose connections at the power supply, or brief voltage drops that cause the unit to lose power momentarily. The dishwasher itself is not malfunctioning in these cases. However, if this code appears repeatedly without an obvious external power disruption, the supply wiring, outlet, or circuit breaker feeding the appliance should be inspected for intermittent faults.

Source: manufacturer service documentation.

Common causes of 980199

  1. 01

    Household power outage

    Wiring / connection

    A neighborhood or home-wide power outage cuts power to the dishwasher mid-cycle. Check whether other appliances and lights in the home were also affected at the same time.

  2. 02

    Tripped circuit breaker

    Wiring / connection

    The circuit breaker feeding the dishwasher may have tripped due to an overload or a brief fault. Check the electrical panel for any breakers in the off or tripped position and reset if necessary.

  3. 03

    Brief voltage drop or power flicker

    Wiring / connection

    A momentary dip in utility voltage, sometimes caused by large appliances cycling on in the home, can be enough to interrupt the dishwasher's control board. These events are often short and may not affect other devices noticeably.

  4. 04

    Loose or intermittent power connection

    Wiring / connection

    A loose connection at the wall outlet, junction box, or the dishwasher's power supply wiring can cause intermittent power loss. If the code appears repeatedly with no obvious outage, inspect the power connections for tightness and signs of arcing or heat damage.

  5. 05

    Faulty outlet or power supply wiring

    Part replacement

    A failing outlet or degraded supply wiring can drop voltage intermittently under load. If connections appear sound but the issue recurs, testing the outlet voltage with a multimeter while the unit is running can help identify an unstable supply.

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Frequently asked questions about 980199

What does 980199 mean on a Cove dishwasher?
Error code 980199 means the dishwasher lost power while a wash cycle was running. The control board detected the interruption and paused the cycle, then logged this code when power returned. It is an informational status, not a component fault. The UIM will prompt you to resume or cancel the interrupted cycle.
How do I clear error code 980199 on my Cove dishwasher?
Once power is restored, check that the UIM displays the message 'Wash cycle interrupted. START to resume. CANCEL to exit.' Press START to continue the cycle from where it paused, or press CANCEL to exit and clear the interrupted session. Following either prompt through to completion will clear the code.
Is it safe to resume a wash cycle after a power interruption on a Cove dishwasher?
Yes, resuming the cycle using the START prompt is safe. The control board retains the cycle state and picks up at the point where power was lost. If you have any concern about how long power was out and whether water temperature has cooled significantly, canceling and starting a fresh cycle is a reasonable alternative.
Will resetting the dishwasher clear error code 980199?
Pressing CANCEL at the UIM prompt is the intended way to exit the interrupted cycle and return the unit to a ready state. A hard reset by cutting power at the breaker and restoring it may also clear the stored state, but using the UIM prompts as directed is the recommended approach since it gives you the option to resume the cycle.
How much will it cost to fix error code 980199 on a Cove dishwasher?
In most cases, error 980199 costs nothing to resolve because it is caused by an external power interruption rather than a failed component. If repeated occurrences point to a loose connection or faulty outlet, an electrician's service call to inspect and repair the supply wiring typically runs in the range of $75 to $200 depending on the scope of the repair.

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