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.
Open the dishwasher door.
The intervention of an alarm is indicated by:
-continuous flashing of the indicator light of the washing programme in progress,
-a combination of flashing and pauses of the END OF CYCLE indicator light and of intermittent audible signals (as described in the chart).
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 washing | The water tap is blocked or furred with | Clean the water tap. | ||||
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- 1 intermittent audible signal | 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 | Clean the filter in the threaded | |||
indicator light | hose fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked. | hose fitting. | ||||
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The machine does not fill with water. | The water inlet hose has not been correctly | Check the water inlet hose | ||||
laid or it is bent or squashed. | connection. | |||||
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- indicator light of the washing | The sink spigot is blocked. | Clean out the sink spigot. | ||||
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- 2 flashes of the "END OF CYCLE" | The water drain hose has not been correctly | Check the water drain hose | ||||
indicator light | laid or it is bent or squashed. | connection. | ||||
The dishwasher will not drain. |
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- indicator light of the washing | Close the water tap and contact | |||||
programme in progress is flashing |
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- 3 intermittent audible signals |
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- 3 flashes of the "END OF CYCLE" |
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Once the checks have been carried out, to continue the programme press the button of the programme that was running before the intervention of the alarm and close the door. The programme will continue from the point at 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 to 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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