Written by
Elena Navarro Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished September 11, 2026Updated October 20, 2026
Error code5C
ApplianceDishwasher
Quick answer
5C is a drain check. Close the water supply valve, then check the drain hose and the drain hole inside the pump.
Model compatibility: Dacor reuses codes across series and model years, so 5C 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
5C is a drain check.
5C means check the drain
The 5C code is a drain check on Modernist and Heritage 24-inch dishwashers, series DDW24M99* and DDW24T99*.
What the manual tells the owner
Close the water supply valve.
Check whether the drain hose is clogged or folded.
Check whether the drain hole inside the pump is clogged.
If the issue continues, contact Dacor.
Related dishwasher codes
3C checks pump operation, which matters because the pump has a drain hole.
If the drain checks do not clear 5C, call (310) 742-1907 for dishwasher repair in Los Angeles. Tell the team the code, the model number and what you found on the hose.
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 Dacor appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
