What is a bad moisture reading

What is a bad moisture reading?

In a dishwasher, the moisture sensor detects whether dishes are still damp after the drying cycle.
A bad moisture reading can occur when the sensor malfunctions or becomes dirty.
This can lead to dishes feeling wet or moist after the cycle has finished.

Causes of bad moisture readings

The following can cause bad moisture readings:

• Damaged or faulty moisture sensor
• Dirty or clogged moisture sensor
• Improperly placed dishes
• Too many dishes in the dishwasher
• Overloading the dishwasher
• Using the wrong detergent
• Hard water

How to fix bad moisture readings

Some ways to fix bad moisture readings include:

• Cleaning the moisture sensor
• Replacing the moisture sensor
• Properly placing dishes
• Loading the dishwasher correctly
• Using the right detergent
• Using a water softener