When the cover refuses to open even after the restart, a technician can take it from there across San Francisco and the Bay Area. Call (415) 825-6393 or look at Kenmore dishwasher repair. Give the code and model number, and say whether the cover opened after the restart.
Model compatibility: Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so C8 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
C8 reports that the detergent dispenser cover is blocked.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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F1E1 (1-1) means a stuck relay on the control board of Kenmore HE, Global HE and MicroClean HE dishwashers. Power off for 5 minutes, then wiring checks.
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