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Frigidaire dishwasher i40: Food debris may be clogging the filter or sump

THE SHORT ANSWER

Food debris may be clogging the filter or sump.

Frigidaire identifies i40 with this condition: Food debris may be clogging the filter or sump.

First safe check

Check the owner-removable glass trap and filter for accumulated food.

Applies to

Frigidaire dishwasher families covered by the cited manufacturer support pages; confirm the complete model before applying guidance.

Before you start

Beware of broken glass. Do not reach into concealed pump parts.

Go to safe checks

WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE

Symptoms to record

  • i40 appears on the appliance display.

WORK THROUGH THE BASICS

Safe troubleshooting checks

0 of 2 checked

Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.

  1. Follow the model’s filter-removal instructions and remove trapped food carefully.

    What to note

    The accessible filtration area is clear.

  2. After correct reassembly, try a cycle and watch for i40.

    What to note

    A persistent message requires service.

YOUR NEXT DECISION

When to stop and get help

Arrange service if i40 persists or returns after the documented owner check.

Record what you see

Keep the full model number, exact displayed code, and your observations together for the next conversation.

Use the right support

Contact the manufacturer or a qualified appliance technician when the guide calls for service.

Frigidaire support

THE EVIDENCE

Sources & verification

Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.

  1. Dishwasher Error Code i40 - Clogged filter or sump

    Frigidaire · Manufacturer support · Checked

    Code-specific explanation and owner troubleshooting — Frigidaire dishwasher families covered by the cited manufacturer support pages; confirm the complete model before applying guidance.

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