Viking Dishwasher Error Code POTS PANS + LED9

The POTS PANS + LED9 error code on a Viking dishwasher indicates a diverter error, meaning the wash diverter motor is either not operating at all or has become mechanically stuck. The diverter system is responsible for directing water flow between the upper and lower spray arms during the wash cycle. When the control board does not detect proper diverter motor movement or positioning, it triggers this fault and halts normal wash operation to prevent damage from misdirected or stagnant water circulation.

The primary diagnostic focus is confirming whether the diverter motor produces its characteristic clicking sound during operation. This clicking indicates the motor is at least attempting to actuate. If no clicking is heard, the motor may have failed electrically or lost power from the control board. If clicking is present but water distribution is incorrect, the diverter assembly itself may be jammed with debris, broken internally, or seized due to a mechanical obstruction.

Checking the full diverter assembly includes inspecting the motor, the diverter valve body, and any linkage or coupling between them. Foreign objects such as broken glass, food particles, or small utensils can lodge in the diverter and prevent rotation. The motor windings can also fail due to heat stress or age, producing no movement and no clicking. Both the motor and the assembly should be inspected before concluding which component requires replacement.