Maytag dishwasher code F8 E4: water in the drip tray
Usually needs a technician
What it means
Water has been detected in the drip tray underneath the dishwasher.
What to try
Unplug the dishwasher before any step beyond a quick look, and turn the water off before touching hoses.
- Turn off the water to the dishwasher at the valve under the sink.
- Look under the sink for drips at the water and drain connections you can see.
- Maytag’s own steps go on to emptying the drip tray under the dishwasher and checking the float switch is connected. Both sit behind the kick panel, next to the electrical connections, so leave them to a technician or the installer.
Call a technician if
- Always, once the water is off: the drip tray and float switch need checking behind the kick panel. Leaks under a dishwasher can damage floors and cabinets.
Resetting a Maytag dishwasher
Maytag’s power cycle: disconnect the dishwasher for 30 seconds. Unplug it if it plugs in; if it’s hardwired, switch off its breaker at the electrical panel. Then restore power.
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Sources
- Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading (opens in a new tab), Maytag Product Help