Dishwasher Problems: What Can You Ignore?

Draining, standing water, smells and leaks.

Sorted by how urgent they actually are

Deal with soon

Can I Ignore a Dishwasher That Won't Drain?Verdict: PROBABLY NOTProbably not. A little clean water confined to the sump or filter well can be normal on some models, but water covering the tub floor, dirty water returning, or a repeated drain error needs attention before the next wash.

Dishwasher systems

DrainageStanding water, slow draining, backups and smells.1 problem

Can I Ignore Something Else?