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Kenmore Dishwasher Error Code E3
Filling error: the dishwasher is unable to fill with water properly.
SourceKenmore Elite Dishwashers - Service ManualSection IIIC / Fault Diagnostics
Diagnostic procedure
The full E3 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Check if water supply is turned on and water pressure is between 15-145 psi; check if water inlet screen is blocked.
SourceKenmore Elite Dishwashers - Service ManualSection IIIC / Fault Diagnostics
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Where this code is documented
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