Dishwashers from Indesit are affordable household appliances. The price of dishwashers of this brand is much lower than that of other brands. Therefore, they are in demand among consumers.
Malfunctions can appear in a year or two after buying an Indesit dishwasher. Electronics is very sensitive to power surges, which leads to burnout of the contacts and control board. We will analyze the main causes of breakdowns and options for eliminating them.
Indesit PMM error codes are compiled and described in detail in a separate article.
The main causes of breakdowns of the Indesit dishwasher
It is impossible to predict the time of breakdown, but it is necessary to find out the reason. After years of operation in the dishwasher, any of the units can “turn in”. How to identify a problem? See recommendations:
- Pay attention to the symptoms of breakage. Is the machine malfunctioning, or does it not turn on? All this indicates the cause of the malfunction.
- Look at the display. Often a self-diagnosis system generates an error in the form of a code. Decryption of the code will indicate a breakdown.
What malfunctions are typical for Indesit dishwashers:
- Failure of the heating element leads to a decrease in the quality of washing dishes. The machine does not heat water. It is necessary to check the heater, its wiring. Also inspected the electronic module, the triac control TENOM.
- Extraneous noise during operation may indicate engine bearing wear. This happens when the oil seal becomes unusable, grease is washed out and the bearing begins to creak. It is necessary to completely disassemble the pump and replace the bearings. Noise also occurs when glass enters the impeller of the pump.
- Typical malfunction - the machine is not picking up water. The problem lies in the filling system. It is necessary to check everything, clean it, replace it.
- When the dishwasher leaks, the reason may be the door seal. It could be worn out or damaged, then a replacement is needed. Often the tank of the Indesit dishwasher itself leaks. Here you will need knowledge on how to disassemble the equipment and replace the tank.
- Why does the Indesit dishwasher squeak at work? The problem may be in the control module. Diagnostics and part replacement will be required.
- If the water drain does not work, the drain pump, filter and hose must be checked.
We proceed to the search for defective parts and their repair.
How to repair a dishwasher with your own hands
Repair of the Indesit dishwasher can be done independently. For everything to go well, follow our recommendations.
Replacing a heating element
The heater often suffers from scale and power surges. Due to low-quality water with a high salt content, plaque settles on the heating element. Over time, the scale layer becomes larger, which leads to overheating and combustion of the heater. In addition, more energy is spent on heating the water.
Heater Replacement Instructions:
- Unplug the dishwasher. Shut off the water supply.
- Lay the machine on its side.
- Open the bottom cover. In the Indesit dishwasher, the heater is connected to the pump.
- Before removing the heater, check it for serviceability. Disconnect the heater wiring, attach the multimeter probes to the contacts. If the part is defective, replace it.
- Unclench collars of the heater and disconnect it.
- Disconnect a collar and remove a hose from the pump to a container with water.
- Disconnect the pump wiring.
- Remove the pump and heater from the housing.
- Scrolling clockwise, disconnect the heater.
To install a new element, remove the seal from the pump and replace it. To make the heater easy to put on, grease its edges and seal.
The heater is installed in the reverse order, the removed clamps are replaced with new ones.
Cleaning and replacing the drain pump
If the waste water does not wash off after washing, check the drainage system. How to do it:
- Open the door of the machine, pull out the trays and shelves for dishes.
- Pull out the filter at the bottom and the metal mesh (if any). Rinse parts under running water.
- If water has accumulated at the filter installation site, remove it with a sponge.
- Press and pull the pump cover.
- Inspect the impeller for blockage; clean.
To check the pump is working, get to it through the bottom of the machine.
Disconnect the pump wiring and check the contacts with a multimeter. Replace if damaged. To remove the pump from the circulation pump, turn it clockwise.
Door gasket replacement
Leak in the Indesit dishwasher is due to a worn seal on the door. Replace it easily with your own hands:
- open the hopper door;
- disconnect the seal around the perimeter of the machine;
- take a new gasket, insert it into the old one, distributing around the perimeter;
- remove excess sealant with a knife.
Carry out test work to check the seal in action.
To replace the bottom door seal, proceed as follows:
- open the hopper door;
- unscrew the screws around the perimeter of the inner panel of the door;
- lift the door up, pull the outer panel of the door down and remove;
- open the door again and pull the basket out of the hopper;
- below you will see a part of the seal;
- pull out the seal by pulling the edges with tweezers;
- on the new product you will see a mark on the right side - this means that the right side of the seal must be installed from right to inside;
- refuel the seal and assemble the door.
Management Board Issues
The control module is a complex and expensive part. Each triac on the module is responsible for the operation of certain parts of the dishwasher. Repair of the module is best entrusted to the master.
But if you want to inspect it and find a malfunction, here is a guide:
- remove the front panel of the door, as described above;
- unscrew the bolts that hold the control panel;
- put the panel on top of the case;
- to disconnect the module, disconnect the black wire;
- unscrew the screws holding the module on the panel;
- disconnect the wiring; Before fixing, it is better to photograph the location of the connectors.
You can inspect the part. Installing a new module proceeds in the reverse order.
Checking the filler system
A long set of water in the car indicates a blockage in the system. How to fix the malfunction:
- Turn off the water supply.
- Unscrew the inlet hose from the PMM body.
- Disconnect the other end of the hose from the communications.
- Inspect it and rinse under running water.
- Pull out the strainer. It is installed at the inlet to the intake valve.
- Clean it from clogging.
The inlet valve is also checked.
If there is no blockage, ring the electronic parts with a multimeter. In the event of a breakdown, the valve must be completely replaced.
A common reason why dishwashing quality is reduced is a clogged dispenser tray. If you do not clean the compartments from detergent and powder, plaque will turn stone on the walls. Then it is difficult to remove it, therefore, after each washing, wipe the tray with a rag.
Also check the rocker nozzle for blockage:
- remove the upper blade by unscrewing the fastener;
- pull the bottom on yourself;
- clean the small holes with a toothpick, rinse under running water.
Now you can start the Indesit dishwasher and check the health of all the elements.
Watch the state of your technology, do not neglect the first symptoms of breakdown. It is much easier to fix the malfunction right away than to carry out a full repair afterwards.