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Something not working
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 fault code appears
The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation and a sequence of intermittent audible signals are heard.
Open the dishwasher's door.
The intervention of an alarm is indicated by:
- continuous flashing of the indicator light of the running programme,
- a combination of flashes and pauses of the end of programme indicator light and by intermittent audible signals (as described in
the chart).
Carry out the following suggested corrective actions.
Fault code / malfunction
- continuous flashing of the
indicator light of the running
programme
- 1 intermittent audible signal
- 1 flash of the "end of
programme" indicator light
The machine does not fill with
water.
- continuous flashing of the
indicator light of the running
programme
- 2 intermittent audible signals
- 2 flashes of the "end of
programme" indicator light
The dishwasher will not drain.
- continuous flashing of the
indicator light of the running
programme
- 3 intermittent audible signals
- 3 flashes of the "end of
programme" indicator light
Once the checks have been carried out, press the programme selection/cancel button and close the dishwasher's 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, please contact your local Service Force Centre.
...there are problems when operating the dishwasher
Malfunction
The programme does not start
There is a whistling noise during
washing
Possible cause
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.
The sink spigot is blocked.
The water drain hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed.
Anti-flood device is activated.
Possible cause
The dishwasher door has not been properly
closed.
The main plug is not plugged in.
The fuse has blown in the household fuse box.
For dishwasher models with delay start
option:
Delay start has been selected.
The whistling is not a cause for concern.
Clean the water tap.
Turn the water tap on.
Clean the filter in the threaded hose
fitting.
Check the water inlet hose connection.
Clean out the sink spigot.
Check the water drain hose connection.
Close the water tap and contact your
Service Force Centre.
Close the door.
Insert the mains plug.
Replace the fuse.
If dishes are to be washed immediately,
cancel the delay start
Use a different brand of detergent.
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Solution
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