Error code reference

KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code 6-8

Water softener regeneration valve electrical problem (water softener models only) - loose connection in Regen valve circuit and/or open Regen valve solenoid.

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

Diagnostic procedure

The full 6-8 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Unplug dishwasher or disconnect power and check resistances of Regeneration valve solenoid and all connections in the Valve Circuit. Fix/replace open connection/part.

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

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Where this code is documented

4 manuals in the MyPros+ library document this code for KitchenAid dishwasher.

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