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Rattling/knocking noise in wash cabinet

Rattling/knocking noises can be heard in the dishwasher’s wash cabinet.

Dishware is not secure in the wash cabinet.

Carefully open the door and rearrange the wash items so that they sit securely.

A spray arm is knocking against an item in the dishwasher.

Carefully open the door and rearrange the wash items that are obstructing the spray arm.

There is a foreign object (such as a cherry pit or a small shard of glass) in the drain pump.

Remove the foreign objects from the drain pump as follows:

  • Disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply. To do this, turn off the dishwasher and unplug the electrical plug.

  • Rotating the screw thread | Removing the spray arm | Miele dishwashers
  • Rotate the screw thread of the lower spray arm counterclockwise  (when viewed from above). Pull the spray arm upward  to remove it.

  • Before removing the filter combination, remove any coarse soiling to prevent it from entering the circulation system.

  • Removing the filter combination | Miele dishwashers
  • Remove the filter combination.

  • Pressing the catch inward and removing the cover | Cleaning the drain pump | Miele dishwashers
  • Press the catch of the drain pump cover inward .

  • Tip the cover inward until it is released .

  • Rinse the cover thoroughly under running water. Remove all foreign objects.

  • Removing foreign objects from the drain pump | Cleaning the drain pump | Miele dishwashers
  • The drain pump (see arrow) is underneath the cover.

  • Risk of injury from glass splinters.

    It is especially difficult to see glass splinters in the drain pump.

    Take care when cleaning the drain pump.

  • Carefully remove any foreign objects from the drain pump. Check the drain pump impeller by manually turning it. You will feel a little resistance when you turn the impeller.

  • Reinstall the cover by pushing down.

Ensure that the catch engages correctly.

Damage due to incorrect cleaning.

The components are delicate and can be damaged during cleaning.

Take care when cleaning the drain pump.

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