** I check the temp after the dishwasher fills & it reads 72-75° **
That is
way, way too cold of water to start with. It should be *starting* at at least 120°F. Have you tried running a tap before starting the dishwasher to make sure it is filling with HOT water and not stale, luke-warm (or luke-cold) water?
This is from the service tech sheet for your model:
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quote:Supply Water Temperature: 49° C (120° F) (Before starting a cycle, run water from sink faucet until hot).
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** I noticed that the water didn't cover the heating element **
It isn't suppose to.
** in fact was about 3/4" below the element! **
That's about right.
** the float didn't even lift off the bottom. **
It's not suppose to. The float is a safety device only meant to shut the water fill off when it gets too high, *to prevent flooding*.
** the water has been cold after filling every single time **
Than I suggest you look into why your water heater isn't heating the water. It is connected to a HOT water supply like it's suppose to be isn't it???
JMO
Dan O.
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