Problem solving
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve
If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the
^Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply. Switch off at the mains socket and withdraw the plug.
^Take the filter combination out of the wash cabinet (see "Cleaning and care", "Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet").
^Scoop the water out of the cabinet using a suitable container or utensil.
^Press the catch for the
^Lift out the
^Remove all foreign objects from the
The drain pump is situated under the
^Remove all foreign objects from the drain pump (watch out for glass or bone splinters which are particularly difficult to detect and could cause injury). Turn the drain pump impeller by hand to check that there are no more obstructions. You will feel a little resistance when you turn the impeller.
^Carefully replace the
,Ensure that the catch engages.
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