Troubleshooting - KitchenAid KIO 3T133 PFE UK Instructions For Use Manual

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Troubleshooting

In case your dishwasher doesn't work properly, check if the problem can be solved by going through the following list.
For other errors or issues please contact authorized After-sales Service which contact details can be found in the warranty booklet.
The manufacturer ensures the availability of spare parts for at least 10 years after production date of this appliance.
PROBLEMS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Salt
Salt reservoir is empty. (After refill the salt in-
indicator is lit
dicator may remain lit for several wash cycles).
Rinse aid dispenser is empty. (After refill the rin-
Rinse aid
se aid indicator may remain lit for several wash
indicator is lit
cycles).
The appliance has not been plugged
in properly.
Power outage.
The dishwasher
won't start or does
The dishwasher door is not closed.
not respond
Auto Door Opening pin is not pulled in.
to commands.
Cycle is interupted by door opening for more
than 4 seconds.
It does not respond to commands.
Display shows: 9 or 12 and On/Off LED is
blinking rapidly
The wash cycle has not finished yet.
The dishwasher
won't drain.
The drain hose is bent.
Display shows:
The sink drain pipe is blocked.
3 and On/Off LED
is blinking rapidly
The filter is clogged up with food residues.
The dishes are rattling against each
The dishwasher
makes excessive
An excessive amount of foam has been pro-
noise.
duced.
The crockery has not been arranged properly. Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
The spray arms cannot rotate freely, being
hindered by the dishes.
The wash cycle is too gentle.
The dishes are not
An excessive amount of foam has been pro-
clean.
duced.
The cap on the rinse aid compartment has not
been shut correctly.
The filter is soiled or clogged.
There is no salt.
No water in the water supply or the tap is
The dishwasher
closed.
does not fill
the water.
The inlet hose is bent.
Display shows: H,
6 and On/Off LED
The sieve in the water inlet hose is clogged;
is blinking rapidly
it is necessary to clean it
Dishwasher
Drain hose positioned too low or siphoning
finishes the cycle
into home sewage system.
prematurely.
Display shows: 15
and On/Off LED is
Air in water supply.
blinking rapidly
SOLUTIONS
Refill reservoir with salt (for more information - see page 2).
Adjust water hardness - see table, page 2.
Refill dispenser with rinse aid (for more information - see page 2).
Insert the plug into the socket.
For safety reasons, dishwasher will not re-start automatically when power returns.
Open dishwasher door, press START/Pause button and close the door within 4
seconds.
Vigorously push the door until you hear the "click".
Press START/Pause and close the door within 4 seconds.
Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, switch it back on after
approximately one minute and restart the program. If problem persists, unplug
the appliance for 1 minute, then plug it back in.
Wait until the wash cycle finishes.
Check that the drain hose is not bent (see INSTALATION INSTRUCTION).
Clean the sink drain pipe.
Clean the filter (see CLEANING THE FILTER ASSEMBLY).
Position the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use
in dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER). Restart the current cycle
by switching OFF the dishwasher, then switch it on again, select a new program,
press START/Pause and close the door within 4 seconds. Please do not add any
detergent.
Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
Select an appropriate wash cycle (see PROGRAMS TABLE).
The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use
in dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER).
Make sure the cap of the rinse aid dispenser is closed.
Clean the filter assembly (see CARE AND MAINTENANCE).
Fill the salt reservoir (see FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR).
Make sure there is water in the water supply or the tap running.
Make sure the inlet hose is not bent (see INSTALLATION) reprogram the dishwasher
and reboot.
After having carried out the verification and cleaning, turn off and turn
on the dishwasher and restart a new program.
Check if end of drain hose is placed at correct height (see INSTALLATION).Check
for siphoning into home sewage system, install air admittance valve if necessary.
Check water supply for leaks or other issues letting air inside.
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