Frigidaire dishwasher i40 code: clogged filter or sump

Food soil has built up in the filter or sump and is slowing the water. Clean the filters and sump, then run the dishwasher again.

Likely causes

Listed from most to least common.

1. Food debris packed in the filters
2. Sump area under the filter clogged
3. Glass, seeds or bones caught in the filter
4. Drain hose kinked or blocked

How to fix the i40 code

1. 1

   Step 1: Turn off the dishwasher

   Press Cancel and let it stop. Remove the bottom rack.

2. 2

   Step 2: Clean the filters

   Twist out the filters and wash them in warm, soapy water with a soft brush.

3. 3

   Step 3: Clear the sump

   Wipe out the sump area under the filters and remove any glass or debris.

4. 4

   Step 4: Run a short cycle

   Refit the filters until they lock, then run a rinse or quick cycle.

You'll need: Soft brush, towels, flashlight.

Parts that may need replacing

Check your model number on the label inside the door or on the back before ordering.

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When to call a technician

If the filters and sump are clean and i40 keeps coming back, have a technician check the drain pump and hoses.

Models this applies to

• Gallery dishwashers (FGID series)
• Professional dishwashers (FPID series)

Codes can differ slightly between models. Your owner's manual is the final word and is available from Frigidaire support.

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