After the dishwasher fills I'm confronted with a flashing "fast"
indicator. The handbook tells me that it translates to an inlet
blockage. This doesn't seem right as there is plenty of water in
there. I've reset the water level to every option available but the
same problem each time.
Has anyone else experienced a similar problem. Could it possibly be a
sensor/switch that is not detecting that the water level has been
reached so won't continue with the cycle.
Any advice appreciated
Cheers
Wayne
Hi Wayne,
A couple of things come to mind, based on 24 years of "dishwasher
adventures"
1) Check the operation of the fill level switch. Usually a float
device connected to a micro switch. This is not likely the problem as
the typical symptom is a flooded kitchen (dishwasher overfills).
(2:00AM flood in kitchen- knife weaseled its way through and was
resting on top of the float. Not fun trying to reach the dishwasher in
bare feet to open the door and shut it down with 1 inch of hot water
on the floor). You can verify the control circuitry by paralleling an
external manual switch to the fill switch and operating it once some
water is in the machine to see if it goes into the washing phase.
2) Check your water supply water pressure. If low, it may not be able
to fill the dishwasher before the software times out and goes into the
"input blockage routine".
NOTE: Many connection valves have a screen filter to protect the
electric solenoid valve. You need to disconnect the water feed line to
check this. The valve itself may have ingested particles and is
partially plugged. The valve may also now be defective. You will need
to determine if the water flow through the open valve is reasonable or
not.
3) Is your drain hose routed properly? It could be siphoning out the
water as fast as it is filling. Check for leaks (should be obvious) as
well.
Dishwashers are awesome devices when they are working, but frustrating
when broken. Best of luck..............
Cheers from Canada
Bob M.
