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.
...a flashing fault code appears
The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation.
The intervention of an alarm is indicated by a combination of flashing indicator lights and intermittent audible signals (see following chart).
Open the dishwasher door and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.
Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation a charge will be made, even if the appliance is in guarantee.
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- indicator light of the | The water tap is blocked or furred with | Clean the water tap. | |||
programme in progress is | limescale. |
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The water tap is turned off. | Turn the water tap on. | ||||
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- 1 flash of the END OF CYCLE | The filter (where present) in the threaded hose | Clean the filter in the threaded hose | |||
fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked. | fitting. | ||||
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The machine does not fill with | The water inlet hose has not been correctly laid | Check the water inlet hose connection. | |||
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- indicator light of the | The siphon is blocked. | Clean out the siphon. | |||
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- 2 intermittent audible signals | The water drain hose has not been correctly laid | Check the water drain hose connection. | |||
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or it is bent or squashed. |
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The dishwasher will not drain. |
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- indicator light of the | Protection against flooding is active. |
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programme in progress is | Close the water tap and contact your | ||||
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- 3 intermittent audible signals |
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Once the checks have been carried out, to continue the programme, press the push button of the programme that was running before the intervention of the alarm and close the door. The programme will continue from the point in which it was interrupted. If the fault code reappears contact your local Service Force Centre.
For other combinations of fault codes not described in the above chart will appear, please contact your local Service Force Centre.
...there are problems when operating the dishwasher
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| The dishwasher door has not been properly | Close the door. | |
The programme does not start | closed. |
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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 o be washed immediately, | |
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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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