Whirlpool WIS 9040 PEL Mode D'emploi page 82

TROUBLESHOOTING
In case your dishwasher doesn't work properly, check if the problem can be solved by going through the following list.
For other errors or issues please contact authorized After-sales Service which contact details can be found in the warranty booklet.
The manufacturer ensures the availability of spare parts for at least 10 years after production date of this appliance.
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES
Salt Salt reservoir is empty. (After refill the salt indica-
tor may remain lit for several wash cycles).
indicator is lit
Rinse aid Rinse aid dispenser is empty. (After refill the rinse
indicator is lit aid indicator may remain lit for several wash cycles).
The appliance has not been plugged in properly. Insert the plug into the socket.
Power outage.
The dishwasher
The dishwasher door is not closed.
won't start or does
NaturalDry pin is not pulled in.
not respond to
Cycle is interupted by door opening for more
commands.
than 4 seconds.
It does not respond to commands.
Display shows: F9 or F12 and all LEDs are blin-
king rapidly
The wash cycle has not finished yet.
The dishwasher
won't drain.
The drain hose is bent.
Display shows:
The sink drain pipe is blocked.
F3 and all LEDs are
blinking rapidly
The filter is clogged up with food residues.
The dishes are rattling against each
The dishwasher
makes excessive
An excessive amount of foam has been produced.
noise.
The crockery has not been arranged properly.
The spray arms cannot rotate freely, being hinde-
red by the dishes.
The wash cycle is too gentle.
The dishes are not
An excessive amount of foam has been produced.
clean.
The cap on the rinse aid compartment has not
been shut correctly.
The filter is soiled or clogged.
There is no salt.
The dishwasher
No water in the water supply or the tap is closed. Make sure there is water in the water supply or the tap running.
does not fill the
water.
The inlet hose is bent.
Display shows:
and F6 and all LEDs
The sieve in the water inlet hose is clogged; it is
are blinking rapidly
necessary to clean it
Dishwasher finishes
Drain hose positioned too low or siphoning into
the cycle prema-
home sewage system.
turely.
Display shows: F15
and all LEDs are
Air in water supply.
blinking rapidly
The selected program hasn't any drying phase.
The dishes have not The rinse aid has run out or the resolution is not
been dried adequate.
The dishes are made of non-stick or plastic.
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SOLUTIONS
Refill reservoir with salt (for more information - see page 2).
Adjust water hardness - see table, page 2.
Refill dispenser with rinse aid (for more information - see page 2).
For safety reasons, dishwasher will not re-start automatically when power returns.
Open dishwasher door, press START button and close the door within 4 seconds.
Vigorously push the door until you hear the "click".
Press START and close the door within 4 seconds.
Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, switch it back on after approxi-
mately one minute and restart the program. If problem persists, unplug the appliance for
1 minute, then plug it back in.
Wait until the wash cycle finishes.
Check that the drain hose is not bent (see INSTALATION INSTRUCTION).
Clean the sink drain pipe.
Clean the filter (see CLEANING THE FILTER ASSEMBLY).
Position the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use in
dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER). Restart the current cycle by
switching OFF the dishwasher, then switch it on again, select a new program, press
START and close the door within 4 seconds. Please do not add any detergent.
Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
Select an appropriate wash cycle (see PROGRAMS TABLE).
The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use in dishwa-
shers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER).
Make sure the cap of the rinse aid dispenser is closed.
Clean the filter assembly (see CARE AND MAINTENANCE).
Fill the salt reservoir (see FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR).
Make sure the inlet hose is not bent (see INSTALLATION) reprogram the dishwasher and
reboot.
After having carried out the verification and cleaning, turn off and turn on the dishwa-
sher and restart a new program.
Check if end of drain hose is placed at correct height (see INSTALLATION).Check for
siphoning into home sewage system, install air admittance valve if necessary.
Check water supply for leaks or other issues letting air inside.
Verify on the programs table if the selected program has the drying phase.
Add the rinse aid or adjust the dosage levels higher (see FILLING THE RINSE AID
DISPENSER).
It is normal the presence of drops of water (see TIPS).