We went into the kitchen, and water flows from the dishwasher? What happened, why did the leak sensor not work? The main thing is not to panic and act consistently. We will tell you what actions to take in order to quickly and without damage eliminate the damage with your own hands.
Be careful! First of all, unplug the equipment from the network, try not to step into a puddle of water. If this is not possible, turn off the machine.
Finding Leak Causes
Look at the display of the dishwasher, is there an error code there? For example, if Bosch PMM is leaking, then E15 will be displayed on the screen. But this is if it is equipped with an Aquastop system. Decryption of the code will help determine what kind of malfunction happened and how to deal with it.
If the water leaks below are small, it is probably condensate. After washing, condensation forms on the inside of the hopper door. A quick opening of the door, immediately after the machine stops, leads to the dripping of moisture on the floor. Therefore, it is advisable to wait until the temperature in the chamber decreases.
If you urgently need to open the door and remove the dishes, wipe the inner panel with a dry chopper.
The reason that water leaks in the Electrolux dishwasher may be an excess of detergent or unsuitable powder, which gives a lot of foam. Start the machine with anti-scale - it will help eliminate residues.
Open the hopper door and look inside. If the water exceeds the permissible level, then there is a problem with the pressure switch. Set the equipment according to the level, otherwise, when leaning forward, water will flow out.
Untimely cleaning of the seal can also lead to a similar problem. The remains of fat and food do not allow the rubber to fit snugly against the body. You can replace the seal yourself.
Have you noticed a major leak from under the dishwasher? Then check:
- Drain hose and pipe connections.
- Problems with the filler valve or hose.
- Pallet mounts.
- Sprayer installation.
Consider how to fix the problem with your own hands.
Repair leaking in the dishwasher
Decide on which side the water flowed: from below or from under the door. You need to understand why the machine throws off water. Then proceed with the repair.
Seal replacement
Changing the rubber gasket on the door will not be difficult even for a beginner. If you find that the old rubber is worn out, buy a new one for your dishwasher. For "Ariston", "Electrolux", "Bosch" and other brands are different gaskets.
What should be done:
- open the hopper door;
- remove the old seal around the perimeter;
- pave a new one; if the product is too long, cut it with scissors.
There is also a seal under the door. It will take more time to replace it:
- unscrew the screws around the perimeter of the door from the inside;
- remove the front panel;
- open the door again and remove the lower basket for dishes;
- there is a sealant under the door - remove it;
- install a new gasket so that the edges do not extend beyond the tank;
- screw the panel into place.
Connection Check
The cause of water leakage from the pan could be blockages in the drain system. Begin inspection with drain hose and sewer. See if the water leaves normally, if the connections are strong.
Clean the drain filter:
- open the hopper door;
- at the bottom of the pan is a filter;
- pull it out and rinse under the tap, you can use a brush to clean.
Preventive cleaning of the seals and filters of the dishwasher should be carried out twice a month.
Disconnect the inlet hose and inspect the inlet valve. If rust is found on its structure, replace the part. Check the mechanical part and holes for blockage.
To check the nozzles, you have to open access to the bottom of the equipment. To do this, disconnect the machine from communications, lay on the back wall:
- Unscrew the bolts or open the latches around the perimeter of the bottom panel.
Be careful! Under the cover is a water leakage sensor, the float of which is made of a piece of foam. Immediately you need to disconnect his contacts.
- Having access to the parts, inspect the nozzles for integrity, and their connections for strength.
- If the pressure switch in your model is located at the bottom (or back), disconnect the hoses leading to it.
- Unfasten the wiring and remove the sensor from the housing.
The level sensor is inspected for a blockage, and the contacts are called by a multimeter. If the pressure switch malfunctions, a new part is installed.
Sprinkler Replacement
Over time, the spray elements may wear out. Under a large pressure of water, a crack appears in the lower part, causing the jet to fall on the door and leak, or penetrate the pan, which is why water appears under the dishwasher.
What to do:
- remove the lower basket;
- pull out the lower beam, pressing the latches;
- set a new item.
When the dishwasher serves for a very long time, a crack in the tank may be the cause of the leak. You yourself will not solve this problem, repair in the workshop will also be too expensive. In this case, it is better to buy a new dishwasher.
By listening to our recommendations, you can quickly eliminate leaks in the machine and continue to operate.
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