Nautlius GE Dishwasher Leaks on the Floor

Excessive Dishwasher Detergent

• The idea of adding more detergent equals cleaner dishes is false, as excessive detergent per load results in oversudsing during the wash cycle. Oversudsing can lead to detergent residual buildup in the dishwasher and overfilling of the dishwasher's load. The amount of detergent required depends on the hardness of your water, which is measured in grains. Water with less than four grains requires only one-third of the dishwasher's detergent compartment filled, whereas water between four to eight grains requires two-thirds of the dishwasher compartment filled. Water between eight to 12 grains requires a filled detergent compartment.

Hard Water

• Just as hard water affects the quality of dish cleaning, it also affects the dishwasher's ability to maintain the water load during the cleaning cycle. Call your water supplier to determine the hardness of your water, which can help you soften the water as needed to eliminate dishwasher problems.

Drain Hose

• A loose compression nut on your drain hose affects the dishwasher's draining cycle, as water leaks from the loose connection until the connection is tightened. The drain hose, which is located underneath the diswasher, is accessible by pulling the dishwasher out from the counter area.

Level Issues

• The feet on the bottom of the dishwasher balance the dishwasher. Thus, if unbalanced, increases the likelihood of leaks during the cleaning cycles. Adjustment to the dishwasher's legs is possible by turning the leg's nut clockwise or counterclockwise to balance the dishwasher. A balanced dishwasher does not shake during operation and prevents future problems with the appliance by reducing wear and tear.