PROBLEM
Dishwasher will
not start
Lower spray
arm rotates
with difficulty
Cover of
detergent
dispenser
cannot be
closed
Remnants
of detergent
stuck inside
dispenser
Water
remains inside
dishwasher
after wash
has ended
Foaming
Display shows
the letters F, L,
P, C or S
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TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No power.
The door is not properly closed.
Water tap not turned on.
Blocked strainer in water
inlet hose.
Spray arm holes are blocked by
small items or food particles.
Detergent compartment has
been overfilled.
Detergent dispenser is clogged
with remnants of detergent.
Compartment was damp when
filled with detergent.
Utensils are blocking the
detergent dispenser
from opening.
Drain hose is crimped, bent, or
blocked.
Pump is jammed.
Filter(s) blocked.
Incorrect amount or type of
detergent used.
Too much egg in the wash load.
Rinse aid dosage level too high.
Rinse aid spills not wiped up.
Dishwasher is in
Technician Mode.
WHAT TO DO
Ensure the dishwasher is plugged in
and the power supply is turned on at
the wall.
Close the door.
Ensure water is connected and
turned on.
Check the strainer and clean if
necessary—it is located where the
water inlet hose screws into the tap.
Clean the spray arm. See 'Care and
cleaning' for instructions.
Remove detergent until the cover
can be closed.
Wipe dispenser out with a damp
cloth. Dry the dispenser before
adding detergent.
Wipe dispenser out with a damp
cloth. Dry the dispenser before
adding detergent.
Ensure there are no large utensils
positioned in a way that will stop the
dispenser cover from opening when
the dishwasher door is closed.
Check the drain hose and straighten
if needed.
Call your Fisher & Paykel Authorised
Service Centre or Customer Care.
Clean the filter(s). See 'Care and
cleaning' for instructions.
See section 'Adding detergent' or
consult the detergent manufacturer's
instructions.
Increase the amount of detergent.
Decrease the rinse aid dosage.
Ensure that all rinse aid spills are
wiped up when they occur.
Touch and hold
to exit.
If the Dishwasher remains in
Technician Mode call Customer Care.