Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer Not Closing Properly
A Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer that won’t close properly can have a number of possible causes. Sometimes the fault is mechanical, while in other cases an electronic or communication fault may be involved.
We recently inspected a Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer dishwasher that had developed several faults. The main problem was with the top drawer, which would not return into place properly without applying force.
Diagnosing the Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer Fault
When a DishDrawer is difficult to close, it is important to determine the cause rather than continuing to force the drawer into position.
In this case, the symptoms indicated a likely communication problem involving the dishwasher’s electronics. The fault could potentially have involved the main control board, the secondary electronic board located within the door, or communication between the two.
With faults like these, proper diagnosis is important. Replacing electronic components without establishing the likely cause can quickly become expensive, particularly on an older appliance where more than one component may be contributing to the problem.
Repair or Replace a 15-Year-Old Dishwasher?
An important part of appliance repair is knowing when a repair makes financial sense.
This Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer was approximately 15 years old. Given the age of the dishwasher, the number of faults present and the potential cost involved in diagnosing and replacing electronic components, repairing the machine was unlikely to be economical.
Our advice to the customer was therefore to replace the dishwasher rather than invest further money into repairing an appliance of this age.
Sometimes the Best Repair Advice Is Not to Repair
A professional appliance service isn’t simply about replacing parts. Good fault finding also means considering the age and condition of the appliance, the likely repair cost and whether spending that money represents good value for the customer.
With over 30 years as an electrician, John Crawford brings extensive fault-finding experience to appliance diagnostics and repairs. Where a repair is practical and economical, the aim is to get the appliance operating correctly again. Where it isn’t, customers can be advised accordingly rather than spending unnecessarily on an ageing appliance.
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in Armidale and New England
John Crawford Appliance Repairs provides professional Fisher & Paykel appliance fault finding, servicing and repairs in Armidale and throughout the New England region.
If your Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer isn’t closing properly, is displaying a fault, isn’t completing its cycle or has developed another problem, a professional diagnosis can help determine whether the appliance is worth repairing or whether replacement is the more economical option.