Written by
Marcus Hale Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished September 11, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error codeF1
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
The DCS DD24 DishDrawer shows F1 when its flood switch has been activated; the manual lists this for US and Canada units.
Model compatibility: DCS reuses codes across series and model years, so F1 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
Flood switch activated.
F1 on a DCS DD24 DishDrawer tells you the flood switch has been activated. The manual lists this particular code for US and Canada units.
What the manual says to do
Shut off the water and the power to the DishDrawer, then call service. That is the whole owner procedure for this code.
Other DishDrawer codes people mix up with F1
Check the display again if it reads something else: F2 is a motor problem, F8 is an electrical problem and F9 is an electronics malfunction.
DCS dishwasher service in Los Angeles
Have ready: F1, the model number, and the fact that water and power were shut off. Call (310) 616-5236 for DCS dishwasher service in Los Angeles, and see the dishwasher repair details.
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.
Seeing this code on your DCS appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
