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Maytag dishwasher code H20: not detecting water

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Also shown as H2O

What it means

The dishwasher can’t detect water coming in.

What to try

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

  1. Make sure the water supply to the dishwasher is turned on.
  2. Check the supply hose for kinks.

Call a technician if

  • The water is on and the code returns.

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

  1. Dishwasher Error Codes: Reading (opens in a new tab), Maytag Product Help
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