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KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code E5
E5KitchenAid Dishwasher
What this code means
Dry Rack sensor signal lost during Dry Rack cycle. Possible causes: Dry Rack sensor failure; Sensor wiring issue; Signal loss
Next steps: diagnose the root cause
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Verify the error code is active
Power cycle the unit and see if the code returns. If it does, the fault is persistent and requires diagnosis.
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