[TabithaDearval]

The house we just moved in to has a sign on the front of the dishwasher reminding the operator to turn on / turn off the water supply to the dishwasher under the sink. Is this overly cautious or a sensible precaution?

[smoothy]

Only if the solenoid valve in the dishwasher was leaking and not shutting off completely.

I've never, EVER had to turn off the water to a dishwasher between uses in the last 40 years I have been around them.

[ballengerb1]

I agree, no need to shut water off if the unit is operating propertly. Try NOT shutting off the water and carefully observe what happens over an hour or two

[Milo Dolezal]

I also agree with previous posts...

[speedball1]

The dishwasher had a problem and the owner went the cheap route instead of having it repaired. As a renter you should expect all fixtures and appliances to be in working order, Having to turn the supply off and on does not indicate a working appliance. It should be repaired at the owners expense. Let us know how you make out. Good lick, n Tom

[TabithaDearval]

Thanks Tom, I'm actually the new owner. The previous owner has done a number of "energy saving" fixes that we've been finding throughout the house; some make sense, some don't. I've left the water supply on for the last several months, while using the dishwasher regularly, and there is no sign of any leaks.
Tabitha

[massplumber2008]

Tom's not around right now, Tabitha, but thanks for taking the time to update the thread!

Mark