Why is Miele Dishwasher Unstopping?

Many customers complain about the not functioning dishwashers. It’s a sad thing to have an appliance that suddenly stops working. However, it isn’t a better scenario to get an unstopping dishwasher. If your dishwasher keeps running without switching from one cycle to the next, it may run continuously until you either unplug the unit or open the door of the unit. Your dishwasher runs on a cycle of cleaning and drying. A dishwasher that continues to cycle may have a bad heating element, faulty timer motor or malfunctioning thermostat. All of these devices signal the dishwashing unit that the job for one cycle is done, at which point it moves on to the next task. One reason the dishwasher may not stop running through its cycle is the timer. This device regulates all the functions of the dishwasher from the water inlet valve to the drying heater. Normally, the timer would switch the washer from washing to rinsing at the proper time. A malfunctioning timer may lock the dishwasher into a single part of the cycle, continually filling or sudsing or rinsing. A timer malfunction is often, but not always, accompanied by other symptoms, including dirty dishes, leaks and overflows or soap remnants after stopping the wash. Timers are not repairable when they break down so contact a service technician for professional help if you suspect a broken timer. If the thermostat does not signal the timer to proceed to the next cycle, a dishwasher continues to heat water, it won't stop running and the dishwasher won't drain. Remove the dishwasher's outer panel on the door and the control panel, and remove the bottom front and toe panel to the unit by removing the screws holding them to the unit. Disconnect the thermostat wires, and remove the thermostat and metal mounting bracket. Replace the thermostat in the bracket with a new one, reconnect the wires and reassemble the front and toe panels, outer door and control panel. Before doing any DIY we strongly recommend to make sure nothing threatens your safety.