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Service Manual UK
Indesit
Company
English
AUTO TEST CYCLE
Activation of the Auto Test Cycle:
1. Switch ON the appliance
2. Switch OFF the appliance
3. Push P5 (Tri Wash)
4. Push P1 (ECO)
5. Push P5 (Tri Wash)
6. Switch ON the appliance
7. Push START/PAUSE to activate the Auto Test
The Autotest sequence in DEA 700 – PLP2 machines is as follows:
Note - there will be a delay before the test starts - possibly up to 2 minutes.
a
Make sure the dispenser flaps are closed.
The machine is drained to empty 15 seconds (D-Sensor); at the same time, the alternating
wash motor is repositioned to operate with the bottom delivery outlet open.
b
Empty status is verified by the wash pump (W-Sensor), running with the bottom delivery outlet open
at 1400 rpm for 40 seconds.
c
The tub takes in 2 litres of water, with activation of the W-Sensor to confirm Full status.
d
Another 2 litres are added in dynamic mode - (washing whilst filling).
e
The wash pump is activated for 30 seconds with the top delivery outlet open.
f
The pump is switched to the bottom outlet for 30 seconds.
g
The Wash heating element is activated, with the Wash Pump running at 2500 rpm, and the
temperature raised to 30°C.
h
The machine is drained to empty status (D-Sensor) + 15 seconds.
i
The dispenser is opened by activating the solenoid valve for 2 seconds.
j
10-second pause.
The next part of the sequence can be observed with the door open from "
k
" below.
Alternatively leave the sequence to continue unobserved.
n
The Turbo Dry Fan is activated (if installed).
o
The machine is drained to empty status (D-Sensor) + 15 seconds.
p
Sequence ends. Display / LEDs turn Off.
q
Refit the catch plate - if removed in "k" above and check for correct door switch operation.
See next page.
k
Service action (optional):
Once the dispenser has opened - open the door, remove the
salt cover and insert a catch plate** fully into the door latch
hole in the door.
This will operate the door switch and allow the sequence to
continue with the door open for observation purposes.
The spray arms will not operate from this point in the test.
(**either a spare one or temporarily remove the one fitted to
the machine)
.
l
The regenerate solenoid is activated for 5 seconds.
m The fill solenoid valve and regenerate solenoid valve are
activated for 10 seconds.
Check for outflow of water from the salt container into the tank.
P1
P5
Catch
plate
