KitchenAid Dishwasher Blink Pattern 10-5: water under the dishwasher

What 10 Pause 5 Pause - pause, repeat means

KitchenAid built-in dishwashers with the F#E# control, including the KDTE204KPS and KDPM604KPS, use ten blinks, a pause, five blinks and a longer pause for FAE5, also written F10E5. It reports water present under the dishwasher, described as a diverter leak. The cycle ends. You see the Clean light repeat this long pattern, and you may find a damp floor or tray.

Common causes of 10 Pause 5 Pause - pause, repeat

A leak from the diverter area dripping into the base.
A loose or damaged water connection under the dishwasher.
Water that reached the base from a supply or drain joint.

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Count ten blinks, pause, five blinks to confirm the pattern. 2. Turn off the water supply and unplug or switch off the breaker. 3. Look for puddles or drips under and in front of the dishwasher without removing panels. 4. Wipe up water and check that the supply connection is snug. 5. Press Cancel twice and try a new cycle; call us if it returns.

! Why to stop there

Water under the machine damages flooring within days.
Finding the leak path needs a light, tools and patience.
You see the estimate on paper first; the repair is covered for 30 days.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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What is the 10-5 blink?

It stands for FAE5, also written F10E5, and the dishwasher saw water in its base. The dishwasher senses water in its base and ends the cycle, tying it to a leak at the diverter.

Can I run another cycle?

Dry the area, check the supply connection and press Cancel twice. If you start a new cycle and the pattern comes back, there is still a leak, so stop and call us.

What will you check?

We trace where the water comes from, test the diverter and its connections, and quote you in writing before we repair anything. We also check nearby joints before closing the job.