What i30 Means
i30 on a Frigidaire dishwasher points to water in the base pan — the leak or overflow protection has detected water where it should not be. Repair references describe it as the dishwasher leaking into its base. The unit typically runs the drain pump and will not wash while the fault is active.
Common Causes of i30
- Loose or cracked water inlet or drain connection
- Leaking circulation or drain pump seal
- Tub gasket or door seal failure letting water escape
- Oversudsing from the wrong detergent
- Float switch or leak sensor fault
🔧 One Safe Check You Can Try
Stop the cycle and switch off the dishwasher breaker before doing anything else, then turn off the water supply valve under the sink. Place towels along the kickplate and check the floor. Do not tip, pull out or open the dishwasher base. Book service promptly — ongoing leaks under a built-in dishwasher can damage flooring and cabinets.
⚠ Why You Shouldn't Go Further Than That
- Water and live wiring are in the same base area — power must be disconnected by breaker, not just the Cancel key.
- Pulling out a built-in dishwasher that has leaked can tear the floor covering and stress wet connections.
- Finding the actual leak point usually requires running the unit with the kickplate off under controlled conditions.
- Damage caused during a repair attempt may not be covered by your warranty — check your warranty terms first.
Opening a panel to inspect or repair something yourself doesn't automatically cancel your manufacturer's warranty — but it can risk accidental damage, and some manufacturers do have specific service conditions. Check your product's warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.