Error code reference

KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code 3-3

OWI (Optical Water Indicator) soil sensor failure.

SourceKitchenAid Dishwasher KUDC10FXSS - Tech Sheet: Wiring & Diagnosticsp. 2

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First diagnostic step
1. Run Service Diagnostics to check OWI operation (OWI should see low soil with clear water). 2. Check OWI lens surface, clean if needed. 3. Unplug dishwasher or disconnect power. 4. Check all connections in Soil Sensing Circuit with meter. Fix/replace bad connection/part. Run Diagnostics after replacing new OWI to force calibration on next wash cycle.

SourceKitchenAid Dishwasher - Tech Sheet: Electronics & Wiring (KUDC10IXWH6)Service Error Codes Table

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