Error code · Dishwasher

Dacor Modernist Dishwasher Code 3C: Pump Check

Medium · inspection needed

Code: 3C
Appliance: Dishwasher
Brand: Dacor
Warranty: 30-day workmanship

What 3C means

3C appears on Dacor Modernist and Contemporary dishwashers such as the DDW24M999US, DDW24M999UM, DDW24T998US and DDW24T999BB when the control wants you to check the pump. The pump circulates water through the spray arms, so when the control senses that it is not operating as expected, it stops the cycle and shows 3C. You may notice dishes left wet or dirty, a cycle that ends early, or a machine that will not start again until the code is cleared.

Common causes of 3C

Pump motor not turning as it should
Debris or a broken piece of glass jamming the pump
Wiring or connector to the pump loose
The control that drives the pump

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Turn the dishwasher off, wait a moment, and start it again. 2. If 3C returns, stop using the dishwasher and schedule service. 3. Please do not reach into the sump or remove the lower panel yourself, and keep hands clear of any broken glass. 4. Hand-wash dishes until the pump has been tested.

! Why to stop there

Whether the pump spins freely or is jammed by debris
Whether the motor, its wiring or the control is the problem
Which part is needed, confirmed before we quote

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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3C3C questions

What does 3C mean on my Dacor dishwasher?

It tells you to check the pump. The control did not see the pump operating the way it expects, so it stopped the cycle. A restart is the first step the owner's manual gives.

Can I run the dishwasher by hand-washing around it?

Skip running cycles while 3C shows. A failing pump may not clear the water, and water left in the tub can smell and spill. Hand-wash for now and schedule service.

What will you do at the visit?

We test the pump and its wiring, check for debris in the sump, and give you a written price before work. Repairs carry a 30-day workmanship warranty.

Book a visit

Still seeing 3C?

A technician diagnoses it on site and gives you the price in writing before any work starts.

(713) 231-9708