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Question posted by darlafaith on October 31st, 2012

Soap Dispenser Door Will Not Open.

The dispenser door does not open. Otherwise d/w runs fine. There's nothing blocking it. I use liquid detergent. The cycle runs and the clean light comes on fine.

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Answer #1: Posted by rsgraham on December 4th, 2012 1:05 PM

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The connector has probably come loose from the opening solenoid. All you need to do is remove the 4 screws that hold the front cover on (open the door and there are two on each side) and plug it back in. I just got charged $120 for a technician to come and do this and my dishwasher is only 14 months old. I called the manufacturer and they won't warranty it. Very poor customer service.

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Use & Care Guide - Page 2

...damage the door seal; and 2) Load sharp knives with controls. ■ Use the dishwasher only for its intended function. ■ Use only detergents or ...dishwasher. ■ Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a dishwasher, and keep them out of the reach of injury, do not smoke or use an open flame during or immediately after use. ■ Do not operate the dishwasher...

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

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Use & Care Guide - Page 4

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Use & Care Guide - Page 5

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Use & Care Guide - Page 6

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Use & Care Guide - Page 7

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Use & Care Guide - Page 10

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Use & Care Guide - Page 11

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Use & Care Guide - Page 15

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Use & Care Guide - Page 16

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Use & Care Guide - Page 17

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Use & Care Guide - Page 18

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Installation Guide - Page 2

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Installation Guide - Page 4

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Installation Guide - Page 11

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Installation Guide - Page 13

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Installation Guide - Page 15

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Installation Guide - Page 16

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Installation Guide - Page 18

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Installation Guide - Page 21

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