Hotpoint HDA3600HWW 24 in Built-In Dishwasher with 48 dBA Noise Level and 5 Wash Cycles MECH-01 Error Fix: Not Draining — Water Standing in Tub After Cycle

Error code MECH-01 on the Hotpoint HDA3600HWW 24 in Built-In Dishwasher with 48 dBA Noise Level and 5 Wash Cycles means: Not Draining — Water Standing in Tub After Cycle. Water remains in the bottom of the dishwasher after the cycle completes — check the drain hose for kinks between the dishwasher and the garbage disposal or sink drain; if connected to a garbage disposal, verify the knockout plug inside the disposal inlet was removed during installation (this is the single most common cause on new installs); clean the drain screen/filter basket at the bottom of the dishwasher tub; the drain pump motor may have failed — listen for a humming sound during drain; inspect the check valve (flapper) in the drain line for debris preventing it from opening

The most successful fix is "Inspect and Replace Drain Pump or Check Valve" (medium difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $10-$20. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Inspect and Replace Drain Pump or Check Valve") is rated medium difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, Multimeter, Pliers.

DIY cost: $10-$20. Professional repair typically costs $120-$180. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Hotpoint HDA3600HWW 24 in Built-In Dishwasher with 48 dBA Noise Level and 5 Wash Cycles has 8 other known error codes, including: MECH-02 (Not Filling with Water), MECH-03 (Dishes Not Getting Clean), MECH-04 (Leaking Water on Floor), MECH-05 (Not Drying Dishes), MECH-06 (Loud or Unusual Noise During Operation), and 3 more.

Error code MECH-01 also appears on 7 other Hotpoint models: HPS18BTHBB 18 cu ft Top Freezer Refrigerator with LED Lighting and Humidity-Controlled Crispers, HSS25GFTWW 25.3 cu ft Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Ice & Water Dispenser and LED Interior Lighting, HTS18GBSSS 18 cu ft Top-Freezer Refrigerator with Adjustable Wire Shelves, HTW200ASKWW 3.5 cu ft Top Load Washer with Deep Water Wash and Dual Action Agitator, HTW240ASKWS 3.8 cu ft Top Load Washer with Deep Fill and Heavy Duty Agitator, HTX24EASKWS 7.0 cu ft Electric Dryer with Sensor Dry and Wrinkle Prevent Option, and 1 more. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.