Blocked Dishwasher | Drain Hose

The drain hose is usually a ribbed plastic tube found under the sink or behind the dishwasher.

| Location of Blockage | Mid-section of hose, approximately 30 cm from pump outlet. | | :--- | :--- | | | Combination of grease, food debris (small fibres, coffee grounds), and solidified soap scum. | | Contributing Factors | Kink in the hose (minor) plus insufficient pitch from dishwasher to drain connection, allowing sediment to settle. | blocked dishwasher drain hose

Shut off the water supply valve, typically located under the sink. The drain hose is usually a ribbed plastic