TROUBLESHOOTING
You will be able to fix most of the minor defects that may occur during operation of the dishwasher yourself, without
calling the service centre. This will save you money and help you put the dishwasher back in operation. The following
overview should assist you when looking for causes of the defects.
Problem
Cause
Solution
The dishwasher can't be
operated.
Plug inserted into the mains outlet
incorrectly or insufficiently.
Check the plug connection.
The mains outlet is not live.
Check for voltage, e.g. by connecting another appliance.
The dishwasher does
not run.
The dishwasher is not closed
properly.
Make sure the dishwasher is ON and the door is closed
tight.
The water tap is not open.
Check to make sure the water supply is open.
The supply hose sieve is clogged.
Turn off the dishwasher and disconnect the power cable
from wall outlet. Close the water supply. Clean the sieve
located on the supply hose connection.
The lower or upper spray
arm turns with difficulty.
The arm is blocked by dishes or
food particles.
Check the position of the dishes, or clean the arm.
The dishwasher
detergent container
can't be closed.
The container is full.
Remove the excess amount of dishwasher detergent.
The mechanism is blocked by stuck
remnants of dishwasher detergent.
Clean the closing mechanism of the dishwasher
detergent container.
The light indicators do
not go out after washing.
The main switch is still ON.
Turn the dishwasher off by pushing the main switch.
Remnants of dishwasher
detergent are stuck in
the container.
The container was wet during
filling.
Pour the dishwasher detergent only into a dry
container.
Water remains in
the dishwasher after
washing.
The discharge hose is clogged or
bent.
Check the clearness of the discharge hose.
The filters are clogged.
Check and replace the filters.
The discharge pump is blocked.
Have the unit repaired by a qualified specialist.
Soapy water in the
washing zone.
Unsuitable dishwasher detergent,
spilled rinse aid.
Use only dishwasher detergent designed for
dishwashers; if there is soapy foam in the washing zone,
leave the dishwasher open. Add 4.5 liters of cold water
to the washing zone, close the dishwasher and pump
out the water. Repeat the steps if necessary. Always
wipe up spilled rinse aid.
Stains in the washing
zone.
Colored dishwasher detergent
was used.
Do not use colored dishwasher detergents.
The dishes aren’t dry.
The rinse aid container is empty.
Make sure the rinse aid container is filled.
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