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KDFE204E

KitchenAid KDFE204E Dishwasher Service

KitchenAid dishwasher

Most common issues on this model

  1. Soap left in the cup at the end of the cycle
  2. Drain hose and clip wear causing a leak while the pump runs
  3. Narrowed spray holes caused by limescale
  4. Diverter that sticks and sends water to a single arm

When a KDFE204E sends back dishes with a lump of undissolved detergent, the cause is rarely the detergent. The dispenser flap has stopped releasing at the right time, or something has bent the latch that holds it closed. A plate that reads KDFE204ESS is this same machine.

We check the dispenser latch and its spring, then run a short cycle and watch the cup open. After that we look at the drain hose connections for a slow leak, inspect the heater for scale, and confirm both racks are being sprayed. If your water is hard, we point out where the scale builds up so you know what to expect. Our price is in writing before work, with a 30-day workmanship warranty on the repair.

Key features

  • Dishwasher
  • Rating-plate revision code seen: KDFE204ESS2
  • Also sold as KDFE204ESS
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Error codes this model can show

KDFE204EKDFE204E questions
Detergent is still in the cup on my KDFE204E when the cycle ends. Why?

The flap did not open, or it opened too late to wash. We test the latch and spring, and look for a blocked flap or soap residue holding it closed.

Can a loose drain hose clip really cause a puddle?

Yes. The hose leaks only when the pump pushes water through it, so you see a puddle after each drain. Replacing a clip or a worn hose end is a small repair.

Does the model number on the door matter when you order parts?

It does. We read the full number on the rating plate, including the finish letters, to match the part to the exact version of the machine.

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Book in about a minute, or call the desk. Same-day windows inside the Loop on most days, next-day across the rest of Houston.

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