Troubleshooting...
Caution
-Do not forget that repairs should only be carried out by a qualified specialist. Improper repairs can lead to considerable equipment damage as well as danger to the user.
-The dishwasher must first be disconnected from the electricity supply before any repairs or other work can be carried out. Switch off at the mains socket and water supply and remove the plug.
Resolving minor problems yourself.
Experience has shown that you can resolve most problems that arise during normal daily usage yourself, without having to call out a service engineer. Not only does this save costs, but it also means the appliance is available for use again that much sooner. The following list of common occurrences and their remedies should help you identify the causes of most problems.
Problems...
...When the appliance is switched on.
●Appliance does not start up
-Fault with fuse in mains electricity supply.
-Plug not inserted in wall socket.
-Appliance door not closed properly.
-Water tap not turned on.
-Blocked strainer in water intake hose.
-The strainer is situated in the supply hose connection.
-Ensure fill hose is not kinked.
... With the appliance itself
●Lower spray arm rotates with difficulty.
-Spray arm is blocked by small items or food remains.
●Lid in detergent compartment can not be closed.
-Detergent compartment has been overfilled.
-Mechanism is clogged with remnants of detergent.
●Indicator lamps do not go out after washing has finished.
-Main switch is still set to ON
●Remnants of detergent stuck inside dispenser.
-Compartment was damp when it was filled up with detergent. Compartment must be dry before detergent is added.
●Water remains inside the appliance after the programme has ended.
-Blockage or kink in drainage hose.
-Pump is jammed.
-Filters are blocked.
-The programme is still running.
Wait for the programme to end. (The0 numerical display will indicate
).
-Perform ‘reset’ function.
...During washing
●Unusual amount of foam is created.
-Normal washing up liquid has been poured into the
●Appliance stops suddenly while washing is taking place.
-Cut in electricity supply to the appliance.
-Water supply has been interrupted
●Knocking sound can be heard while washing is taking place.
-A spray arm is knocking against the dishes inside the appliance
●Rattling sound can be heard while washing is taking place.
-Crockery has not been stacked properly inside the appliance.
●Knocking sound coming from inlet valves.
-This is caused by the way the
water pipes have been laid and it has no effect upon the way the appliance functions.
There is no remedy for this.
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