KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code 1 Pause 1 Pause: Meaning and Fix
Also shown as: 1Pause1Pause, 1-Pause-1-Pause
Reading the dishwasher display
A dishwasher reports its fault in the display window, or by blinking a cycle light a set number of times with a pause between groups. Count the blinks and pauses before opening the door. KitchenAid pairs the number with a letter group in the manual, so match the exact characters.
KitchenAid is Whirlpool Corporation's premium appliance line. Its dishwashers, ranges, microwaves and refrigerators share Whirlpool boards but use their own panel layouts and numbering in the manuals. The codes apply to model numbers such as KUDS24SEWH1, KUDS01DJSS0 and KHMS155LSS4; check the label on your unit to confirm yours.
What causes 1 Pause 1 Pause
- The control module (or its connector and wiring) has failed or come loose
- Ribbon or harness between the panel and main board is loose
- A button is stuck or the touchpad membrane is damaged
- Moisture or spilled cleaner reached the panel
- User interface board is failing
How to fix it
- Cycle the power: switch off the dishwasher breaker for about a minute (or unplug it if you can reach the cord), restore power and run a short cycle.
- Disconnect power for the recommended time, then restart and press each key to see if one sticks.
- Clean the panel with a barely damp cloth and check around the keys for spills or swelling.
- With power off, reseat the ribbon cable or harness between the panel and the main control.
- Replace the user interface or touchpad if the code returns, then confirm every key responds.
- Run a full short cycle or function again and confirm the code stays gone before putting the appliance back into normal use.
Parts you may need
Questions
What does 1 Pause 1 Pause mean on a KitchenAid dishwasher?
It is a fault code from the KitchenAid control. It indicates a problem with the control panel, specifically the control module. A power reset is the first thing to try.
Can I keep using the dishwasher while it shows 1 Pause 1 Pause?
You can try it after a power reset. If the code returns, the affected function may not run properly, so it is worth fixing soon before it causes a bigger failure.
Do I need a technician to clear 1 Pause 1 Pause?
Many owners can fix it themselves. Start with the reset and the inspection steps, and only call a technician if the part tests bad and you do not want to replace it.
Other KitchenAid dishwasher codes
Sources
Part numbers are OEM references; confirm fit by your model number before ordering. Meanings compiled from manufacturer and parts-retailer documentation; see sources below. Unplug the appliance before opening it.
Applies to models including KUDS24SEWH1, KUDS01DJSS0, KUDS01FLSS6, KUDS01FLSS2, KUDS25SHWH1, KUDS24SEBL1, KUDS01FLSS1, KUDS25SHBL1.