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Kenmore Dishwasher Code C1 Drain Time Over 2 Minutes

Plain-language guidance for Kenmore code C1 on Dishwasher — symptoms, safe checks, and when to call a technician.

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Error code overview

A plain-language snapshot of C1 for Kenmore Dishwasher — confirm the model series before you act.

Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Error code C1
Appliance Dishwasher
Quick answer

Code C1 flags a slow drain on Kenmore 363 electronic control dishwashers. The fix list covers the sink drain, hose and pump.

Model compatibility

Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so C1 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

Plain language

What this code means

The drain time exceeded 2 minutes.

What the display is saying

  • Code: C1
  • Condition: drain time exceeded 2 minutes
  • Dishwasher: Kenmore 363 electronic control model

Work through it in this order

  1. Free the kitchen sink drain of any clog.
  2. Unplug the dishwasher, then free its drain hose of blockages.
  3. Replace the hose if you find damage.
  4. Inspect the drain pump for a clog or damage, and replace a damaged pump.

Neighbouring codes

The same checklist is used for C2, the 7-minute limit. A full stop is C3. If the cycle ends with too little water instead, look at C5.

Dishwasher repair in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego areas

For help in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas, call (844) 747-3641 or see dishwasher repair. Have the C1 code, the model number and the steps already done written down before you call.

Source: Kenmore 363 electronic control model dishwasher error codes

Caution

Safety warning

Important safety warning

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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