What A6 means (fisher paykel a6 error)
On the newest-generation DishDrawer, a fisher paykel a6 error (equivalent to U6) means there is no spray arm fitted, or water pressure and flow are inadequate. Fisher & Paykel DishDrawer dishwashers use a SmartDrive direct-drive motor as both the wash and drain pump, and the fault-code scheme varies by generation, so always match the code to your DishDrawer model. Refitting the spray arm and confirming good supply usually clears it.
Symptoms to look for
A6 is the newer drawer reporting that water is not being sprayed as it should, so the signs revolve around wash performance and the spray arm itself. You might see the code paired with dishes that come out poorly cleaned, an arm sitting loose or unseated, or weak flow that stops the arm spinning. Matching what your DishDrawer is doing to the points below confirms an A6 spray fault rather than a fill or drain problem.
- “A6” shows and washing is poor
- The spray arm may be loose or off
- Water pressure may be low
- The arm may not spin
Likely causes of the fisher paykel a6 error
An A6 either means the spray arm is not delivering water or that not enough water is arriving to drive it, so it helps to confirm the arm is seated before questioning the supply. Refitting the arm and clearing any obstruction handles the common owner-level causes, leaving low pressure or a restricted inlet filter as the items that may need a specialist technician and the correct Fisher & Paykel part.
- Spray arm missing or loose — it is not fitted home
- Low water pressure — flow is inadequate
- Blocked inlet filter — flow is restricted
- Obstruction — an item blocks the arm
What you can check
Work through the steps below in order and note what each shows, since that record speeds up the diagnosis if A6 needs service. These checks stay on the spray arm and the incoming-water side, so there is no reason to open the SmartDrive housing or touch live wiring; if a step takes you toward sealed or electrical parts, stop and call a technician.
- Refit the spray arm so it clicks home and spins freely.
- Open the tap fully and clean the inlet filter.
- Clear any item blocking the spray arm.
- If A6 persists, book service to check the supply and arm.
Parts a technician may check or replace
When the arm is seated and the supply looks fine but A6 stays on, a technician inspects the parts behind the spray cycle — the spray arm, the water pressure reaching the drawer, the inlet filter, and the supply itself. The replacement is matched to your DishDrawer’s model and serial number and fitted from trusted parts suppliers, so wash performance returns with the correct component rather than a generic one. Confirming the failed part first keeps the repair to exactly what the A6 requires.
When to call a technician for the fisher paykel a6 error
A6 that persists with the arm fitted and good supply needs a technician to inspect the arm and inlet. When the fix calls for specialist service, book a visit through our scheduling page and an experienced, qualified technician will diagnose and repair it, backed by a 30-day labor warranty.
Prevention and care
Keeping A6 from returning is mostly about making sure the spray arm and its water supply stay in good order. Reseat the arm firmly after every clean so it clicks home and spins freely, rinse the inlet filter when you service the wash filters, and load the drawer so tall items cannot foul the arm. A steady, correctly pressured supply keeps the SmartDrive control from seeing inadequate flow, and an installation done to specification protects the inlet. If A6 flashes again, note what the display showed before you reset it so a technician can confirm the spray fault quickly.
Related help and Fisher & Paykel resources
Browse other Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher diagnostics, read about Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher repair, look up your unit in the Fisher & Paykel models reference, or the related a DishDrawer not cleaning, browse service locations, or schedule a service visit. For Fisher & Paykel manufacturer documentation and model lookup, visit Fisher & Paykel at fisherpaykel.com/us.
