Brooke for Model Number SHU43C05UC/22 Dishwasher was running for maybe 10-15 minutes when I noticed an unusual smell (kind of like burned plastic). I stopped it, opened the door and no water inside. Detergent pack had been released and otherwise seemed to be running normally. I discovered water in plastic basin and on floor below, and the float switch was engaged. Leak seems to be from bottom seal of door, which I will replace. Am I correct in assuming that the float switch shut off the water inlet? If so, shouldn't it have also not allowed the machine to operate and triggered a code as well? And should I be concerned about the smell or any damage caused by running it dry?
Answer Brooke, You will need to pull the unit out and check the water inlet system on the left lower side when facing the unit. When the unit is removed from the cabinets remove any side panels where you can see into the base of the unit. Start a cycle and let the unit fill looking all over for the leak. Pay attention to the left side water inlet system.A faulty valve will let water leak from the air gap in the inlet. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Thursday, August 1, 2019