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.
What to do, when...
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...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 and a
combination of indicator lights, as indicated in the following chart, are flashing. Open the dishwasher’s door and carry out the
following suggested corrective actions.
Once the checks have been carried out, close the door and press the push button of the programme that was running before the
intervention of the alarm, the programme will continue from the point in which it was interrupted. If the fault code reappears contact
the Service Force Centre.
For other combinations of fault codes not described in the above chart will appear, please contact your Service Force Centre.
- Indicator light of the
programme in progress is
flashing.
- 1 flash of the indicator
light "End of programme".
The machine does not fill with
water.
- Indicator light of the
programme in progress is
flashing.
- 2 flashes of the indicator light
"End of programme".
The dishwasher will not drain.
- Indicator light of the
programme in progress is
flashing.
- 3 flashes of the indicator light
"End of programme".
Fault code / malfunction
Possible cause
Solutions
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.
Clean the water tap.
Turn the water tap on.
Clean the filter in the threaded hose
fitting.
Check the water inlet hose connection.
The siphon is blocked.
Clean out the siphon.
The water drain hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed.
Check the water drain hose connection.
Protection against flooding is active.
Close the water tap and contact the
Service Force Centre.
...there are problems when operating the dishwasher
The programme does not start
There is a whistling noise during
washing
Fault
Possible cause
Solutions
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.
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.
The whistling is not a cause for concern.
