Problem solving guide
With the aid of the following guide,
minor problems can be easily cor-
rected.
If you are unable to correct the
problem, please contact the Miele Ser-
vice Department.
Any work on the electrical compo-
nents of the appliance should only
be performed by a qualified and
trained person in accordance with
local and national regulations. Un-
authorized or incorrect repairs
could cause personal injury or dam-
age the machine.
Problems/possible causes.
The dishwasher does not start.
– The door is not properly closed.
– The plug is not properly inserted.
– The circuit breaker is defective or
has tripped.
The wash cycle finishes too early
and the “Drain” indicator lamp
flashes.
– The drain hose is kinked.
– The drain pump is blocked – see
“Cleaning and care”.
The wash cycle finishes too early
and three horizontal lines “---” ap-
pear in the time display.
Press the “ON-OFF” button to turn
the machine off. After 5 seconds turn
it on again. Select a program and
start the machine.
If the lines are still displayed, call the
Miele Service Department.
The “Spray arm” indicator lamp
flashes.
– The middle spray arm is obstructed
by an item in the basket.
– The spray arm jets are blocked - see
“Cleaning and care”.
– The opening in the center of the cut-
lery tray is covered, restricting the
flow of water to the middle spray arm.
Shortly after starting a program the
“Water Intake” indicator lamp
flashes.
– The water shutoff valve is closed.
– The water intake filter is clogged -
see “Cleaning and care”.
– Too little water may be entering the
machine. This may be due to insuffi-
cient water pressure.
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