What To Do, When - Electrolux ESL 4135 Instruction Book

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. All push buttons are inoperative except for the On/Off push button. The
intervention of an alarm is indicated by a combination of flashing programme indicator lights, as indicated in the following chart
Open the door, press the On/Off push button to switch the dishwasher off 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.
Fault code / malfunction
- "Rinse and Hold"
programme indicator light is
flashing
The machine does not fill with
water.
- "Quick" programme indicator
light is flashing
The dishwasher will not drain.
- "Intensive" programme
indicator light is flashing
The filters are clogged
Once the checks have been carried out, press the On/Off push button 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
Fault
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 siphon is blocked.
The water drain hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed.
Filters are clogged.
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.
The whistling is not a cause for concern.
13
Solutions
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 siphon.
Check the water drain hose connection.
Clean the filters
Solutions
Close the door.
Insert the mains plug.
Replace the fuse.
Use a different brand of detergent.