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    Feb 21, 2009, 05:45 PM
    Dishwasher fills up with water when sink is running
    Our dishwasher works and drains fine when it's running a cycle. When it is off, however, and the sink faucet is on and running water, the dishwasher fills up . It seems as if the sink is draining at least partially into the dishwasher. Any ideas?

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    Feb 22, 2009, 12:30 AM
    If it has a long enough hose loop it higher than the kitchen drain. If not get a item called a air gap and install it on the drain line. Follow the directions for install.
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