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.
What to do, when...16
- indicator light of the
programme in progress is
flashing
- 1 intermittent audible signal
- 1 flash of the END OF CYCLE
indicator light
The machine does not fill with
water.
- indicator light of the
programme in progress is
flashing
- 2 intermittent audible signals
- 2 flashes of the END OF
CYCLE indicator light
The dishwasher will not drain.
- indicator light of the
programme in progress is
flashing
- 3 intermittent audible signals
- 3 flashes of the END OF
CYCLE indicator light
Fault code / malfunction Possible cause Solutions
The water tap is blocked or furred with
limescale.
The water tap is turned off.
The filter (where present) in the threaded hose
fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked.
The water inlet hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed.
Clean the water tap.
Turn the water tap on.
Clean the filter in the threaded hose
fitting.
Check the water inlet hose connection.
The siphon is blocked. Clean out the siphon.
The water drain hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed. Check the water drain hose connection.
Protection against flooding is active. Close the water tap and contact your
local Service Force Centre.
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
The programme does not start
There is a whistling noise during
washing
Fault Possible cause Solutions
The dishwasher door has not been properly
closed.
The main plug is not plugged in.
The fuse has blown in the household fuse box.
Close the door.
Insert the mains plug.
Replace the fuse.
For dishwasher models with delay start
option:
Delay start has been selected.
If dishes are o be washed immediately,
cancel the delay start.
Use a different brand of detergent.
The whistling is not a cause for concern.