Something Not Working - Electrolux ZANUSSI DCS12W Instruction Booklet

Something Not Working?

Before calling out an engineer, please check through the details below because some faults can be rectified easily
without the need to call out an engineer. If an engineer is called to resolve a problem listed below or to repair a
fault caused by incorrect installation or mis-use a charge will be made, even if the appliance is under guarantee.
Fault
The machine will not start.
The machine is not filling with water.
The machine will not drain.
Dishes not washed satisfactorily.
Visible lime deposits or white film on
the dishes.
The machine is noisy.
The dishes are not quite dry.
The door is difficult to close.
Never attempt to repair the dishwasher yourself.
Repairs carried out by unauthorised or inexperienced
persons can cause injury or serious malfunctioning.
Check
Is the door closed properly?
Is there power to the machine?
Has the fuse blown? (Start with fuse in electrical plug).
Have you set the programme knob properly?
Is the water tap turned on?
Is the water tap turned on?
Has your domestic water supply been cut off temporarily?
Is the water intake hose kinked or blocked?
Is the filter inside the intake hose blocked?
Is the water pressure too low?
Did you open the door before the light went out and the
cycle ended?
Is the drain hose kinked?
Is the sink drain blocked?
Are the baskets too full?
Have the dishes not been arranged properly?
Has anything prevented the spray arm from rotating?
Are the spray arm holes clogged?
Are the filters clogged?
Are the filters in position?
Did you use enough detergent?
Is the detergent old or has gone hard?
Is the salt container cap properly closed?
Is the washing programme selected too gentle?
Is the rinse aid dispenser empty?
Is the salt container empty or is the water softener not
correctly adjusted?
Is the rinse aid dispenser adjusted to too low dosage?
Are the dishes rattling against each other?
Is the spray arm knocking against the dishes?
Is the rinse aid dispenser empty?
Have the dishes been left too long inside the machine?
Is the dishwasher level?
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