Something Not Working - Zanussi DW683 Instruction Book

Something not working

Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without
calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
The machine will not start
The door has not been properly closed.
The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.
There is a power failure.
The machine does not fill with water
Ensure the water tap is open.
Ensure the mains water supply has not been cut off.
The inlet hose may be squashed or bent. Reposition the hose.
The inlet hose may be blocked. Switch off the water supply and clean the filter.
The dishwasher will not drain
The drain hose may be squashed or bent. Reposition the hose.
The sink may be blocked. Clear any blockages.
The filters are blocked
Clean the filters (refer to "Maintenance and cleaning").
The machine is noisy
Dishes are rattling against each other.
The spray arms are knocking against the dishes.
The door is difficult to close
The dishwasher is not level, or not properly built-in.
Visible lime deposits or white film on the dishes
Check that there is salt and that the salt cap is tight.
The dishes are not quite dry
The rinse aid has run out or too little is being used.
The dishes are not clean (poor wash)
The baskets are too full.
The dishes have not been arranged properly.
The spray arms do not rotate.
The spray arms are clogged.
The filters are clogged.
The filters are not in the correct position.
Not enough detergent has been used or it is unsuitable.
The salt container cap is not properly closed.
If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre, quoting the
model and serial number.
This information can be found on the rating plate located on the right hand side of the dishwasher door.
This product should be serviced by an authorised Service engineer, and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning.
Contact your local Service Force Centre.Always insist on genuine spare parts.
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