What to do, when...
Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the instructions given here, without calling out an engineer.
...there are problems when operating the dishwasher
The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation. All push buttons are inoperative except for the On/Off push button. Press the On/Off push button to switch the dishwasher off and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.
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The machine does not fill with | The water tap is blocked or furred with | Clean the water tap. | ||
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| The water tap is turned off. | Turn the water tap on. | |
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| The filter (where present) in the threaded hose | Clean the filter in the threaded hose | |
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| fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked. | fitting. | |
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| The water inlet hose has not been correctly laid | Check the water inlet hose connection. | |
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The dishwasher will not drain. | The siphon is blocked. | Clean out the siphon. | ||
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| The water drain hose has not been correctly laid | Check the water drain hose connection. | |
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| The dishwasher door has not been properly | Close the door. | |
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The programme does not start | The main plug is not plugged in. | Insert the mains plug. | ||
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| The fuse has blown in the household fuse box. | Replace the fuse. | |
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| For dishwasher models with delay start | If dishes are to be washed immediately, | |
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| Delay start has been selected. |
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There is a whistling noise during | The whistling is not a cause for concern. | Use a different brand of detergent. | ||
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Once the checks have been carried out, press the On/Off push button, the programme will continue from the point in which it was interrupted. If the malfunction reappears contact your local Service Force Centre.
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