There is a little symbol that looks like a padlock, but there is no button to go with it. The Timer Contacts Are Off. Also, always remember to turn off the power source before you work on any type of electrical device. It has never given me a problem since installation last spring. Over time, the vibrations of the unit, along with opening and closing the door constantly, combined with the way I had mounted it caused it to become loose. Frigidaire Dishwasher Light on but won’t start. It also appears stuck on the Auto setting and won't respond to the selection button. Depending on which model of dishwasher you own, you may have a main pump motor that is put into action via a start relay. I have a GE Profile dishwasher. The dishwasher won't start if the door isn't completely shut and latched. Jayeff, I wanted to follow up on the resolution of this. Touch Power on the dishwasher. But if I push the st … read more I tried holding the start button for 5 seconds or more as sh … read more Even if the door latches fully, a problem with micro-switch in the door latch/switch assembly could keep the dishwasher from starting; in that case, replace the micro-switch. If that power cable is burned or any other problem happened its lost the connection, and your dishwasher not work. Frigidaire Dishwasher Not Working, No lights on the panel. To resolve this issue, refer to the article: " Dishwasher does not switch on, does not start a cycle, does not automatically open the door at the end of a cycle " If your dishwasher has a manual timer, a clicking noise will occur as it sends power to the dishwasher throughout its cycle. If the dishwasher door won't shut completely, this can prevent the appliance from starting. Why it fails: The wire harness may have a short or be defective. The cycle may not start due to the lack of overlap between the lock and the diamond (applies to AirDry dishwashers). I tried turning off the power to reset it, but that didn't work either. If it isn’t getting electricity, it won’t be able to power on the dishwasher. The start light continuously blinks rapidly —no beeps— despite nearly 20 minutes of no power. If the door doesn't latch shut, replace the latch mechanism. The dishwasher has a Power button that has to be pressed before a cycle can be selected or started. Learn more about troubleshooting a dishwasher that won't start or has no power. Another issue could be the timer. I have a Bosch SHE3AR72UC dishwasher that won't start. I have held the start button down and it will go off. This will send power to the motor start windings with a moving plunger that runs a set of contacts. Potential Fixes . 2. The junction box has a power cable that is used to connect all the wires which are helping to run the dishwasher safely. 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