Maytag dishwasher code F9 E1: long drain (not draining)

What it means

The dishwasher took too long to drain.

What to try

Unplug the dishwasher before any step beyond a quick look, and turn the water off before touching hoses.

1. Take out the filter and clean it.
2. Check the drain hose for kinks or clogs.
3. If it drains through a garbage disposer, check the disposer.
4. If you have an air gap on the sink, clear it.

Call a technician if

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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