Habitually turning on the dishwasher, you see that it does not start? We will tell you what to do in such a situation. Before calling the wizard, you need to understand the cause of the breakdown.
You may be able to repair the AEG dishwashers yourself. Consider the main malfunctions and how to resolve them.
AEG dishwasher error codes are collected and described in detail in a separate article.
Causes of breakdown of the AEG dishwasher
To find the cause of the malfunction, its symptoms will help. If you started the machine and an error code is displayed on the display, try resetting the settings and performing a reboot.
How to restart PMM "AEG":
- Disconnect the equipment from power for 15-20 minutes.
- Connect to the network, look at the scoreboard.
If the code again appears on the screen, then you need to find its value. Each code indicates a specific malfunction in the dishwasher.
If the machine does not turn on at all, does not respond to commands, the indicators do not light, you need to check.
- Start at the outlet where the PMM is connected.
- Connect another device to it to check the operation.
- Inspect the power cord for damage. If insulation is broken, the power cord must be completely replaced.
- Diagnose the power button. Check the integrity of her contacts.
- Lastly, the control module and fuses are checked. A short circuit may cause the fuses to blow. It is necessary to repair the module - it is better to entrust this work to the master.
Common problems in the AEG dishwasher:
- Why is the car not picking up water? The cause may be a blockage in the inlet hose of the filter or valve. Damage to the inlet valve is not ruled out.
- No heat. The heating element (TEN) is faulty. The thermostat, which measures the temperature during heating, is also likely to break. The contacts may have broken during a short circuit.
- Dishwasher does not wash dishes well. This happens due to clogged nozzles on the sprayer, it can affect the lack of heating of the water.
Next, let's get started troubleshooting.
How to repair a dishwasher with your own hands
Such malfunctions as a blockage happen - any housewife will be able to eliminate it. But there are breakdowns that require serious repairs.
Problems with the drain and circulation pump
How to understand that the problem is in the pump? Pay attention to such signs:
- engine noise is heard, but water does not leave the tank;
- the machine stops work before draining the water;
- error I is displayed
Let's start with the simplest reasons why a dishwasher does not drain water. This may be a blockage in the drain system. Inspection and cleaning:
- Drain filter. To get it, unplug the machine, turn off the water supply. Open the door and remove all baskets and trays from the tank. Remove the filter at the bottom of the PMM, rinse the part under running water.
- Impellers of the pump. She is behind the filter. Remove water from the hole with a sponge, remove the pump cover. Put on gloves and inspect the impeller. Most often, the impeller is clogged with food debris and glass fragments, which blocks the pump.
- Drain hose. Disconnect the hose from the PMM and check for obstruction. The sewer could also become clogged. Use special products for cleaning.
The drain system is clean, but does not drain the water? Then the diagnosis and replacement of the circulation pump is carried out. The following is a step-by-step guide for replacing the pump. Before repair, check the PMM manual.
- Prepare the dishwasher as described above.
- Turn the housing over to allow access to the bottom.
- If the bottom is covered by a panel, unscrew the screws that secure it.
- Disconnect the drain pump by unscrewing the mounting screw.
- Disconnect the circulation pump wiring.
- Having opened collars, disconnect hoses which fasten to the pump.
- Press out the metal latch.
Replace the latch from the defective part to a new one to replace it. Install in the reverse order.
Fill system problems
When water is not poured into the tank for a long time, dishes are poorly washed - a blockage in the system is likely. First of all, you need to check:
- Is there water in the system?
- whether the pressure is sufficient for normal washing of dishes;
- Is the shut-off valve fully open?
Then inspect the filler system:
- Disconnect the inlet hose from the PMM body.
- Check it for a blockage.
- Take out the filter mesh. Clean it.
- Inspect the filler valve at the time of clogging.
- Valve coils ring with a multimeter.
How to check:
- Take the multimeter and set it to ohmmeter mode.
- Attach the test leads to the valve contacts.
- The part is serviceable when the display shows from 500 to 1500 Ohms.
- There is no indication on the display - it means that the coil is defective. Need to replace the valve.
Heating element malfunction
Diagnostics of the heating system is carried out, the wiring is inspected. In case of burnt parts, the entire wiring loop must be replaced. If the heater breaks down, a new element is installed:
- Turn the dishwasher “on its back” - the flow-through heater is attached to the pump.
- Disconnect the heater contacts.
- Remove the fastening screws.
- Having taken out TEN from the PMM case, establish a new serviceable element.
If the thermostat malfunctions, you can repair yourself:
- Pull the circulation pump out of the machine body - how to do this is described above.
- A thermostat is attached to the pump housing.
- Remove the cover from it.
- Disconnect the wiring from the sensor.
- Loosen the fastening screw.
- Pull the sensor out of the socket.
- Before installing a new part, put on the sealing rubber and insert it into the seat.
Injector problems
Spray nozzles may also become clogged. If this happens, remove the sprayer from the housing and clean the holes with a toothpick.
Now you know what to do if the AEG dishwasher is not working. Do not delay the repair, then serious malfunctions can be avoided.