In detail: do-it-yourself kaiser dishwasher repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.
Dishwashers from Kaiser are reliable and economical. This is not the most popular brand in Russia, so it is rather difficult to find a service center for maintenance. Breakdowns and malfunctions of Kaiser dishwashers are no different from other brands. Some problems are more common than others. Why the dishwasher broke down and how to fix it with your own hands, you will find out in the publication.
Each manufacturer strives to make their dishwashers stand out in the market. Thus, Kaiser units are made of materials resistant to corrosion, they use a minimum amount of detergent during washing. Despite the advantages, there are also disadvantages - these are breakdowns. But malfunctions do not always happen due to the manufacturer's fault.
Here are the data recorded by service centers:
During the year, 1000 service calls were received.
Of these, 800 are due to operational problems.
Approximately 90 cases are network instability problems.
Only 14 cases are assembly problems or factory defects.
This once again confirms how sensitive foreign equipment is to the quality of electricity in the network. Therefore, it is cheaper to install a stabilizer than to spend money on repairs.
The main causes of problems:
Blockages in the filler and drain path.
Electronics malfunction.
The machine can independently notify the user of the breakdown. The diagnostic system writes an error or other code on the display, which, when decrypted, indicates the location of the malfunction. The most common mistakes are:
E01 - loading door is not closed. Breakage of an electronic lock.
E02 - problems with water intake into the tank.
E03 - no draining of the waste fluid.
E04 - overflow in the system.
E07 - Leakage. Protection "Aquastop" has worked.
E08 - network failure.
E21 / E22 - problems with the operation of the engine, tachometer.
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What to do if a problem has caught up? First try to find out the reasons, perhaps you can handle it yourself. When the code first appears on the scoreboard, reset it. Reload the technique:
Disconnect the machine from the power supply.
Wait 10-15 minutes.
Turn on the dishwasher.
If the error persists, then there is a problem. Our instructions will help to cope with the breakdown.
Problems such as blockages are easy to fix at home. Moreover, every user is obliged to clean the filters after washing. This is included in the operating conditions.
After loading the dishes and detergent, you start the program. But the machine does not work, the liquid intake does not start. What could have happened:
The hatch door is not closed properly... Press it tightly. See if a large dish or overload is preventing the chamber from closing. Pay attention if you hear a clicking sound when you close the door. This is a sign that the lock has been activated. Until the door is locked, the machine will not start washing.
The "Aquastop" hose worked... There is an absorbent inside the hose. During a leak, it is saturated with moisture and blocks the passage of water. Eliminate the cause of the leak and replace the hose.
Shut-off valve closed... Unscrew it all the way.
The pressure in the water supply system has dropped... Open the tap and check the pressure. If it is low, wait for recovery.
Pinched, clogged inlet hose... See if the hose is kinked. It happens that it is crushed by the PMM body. Cut off the water, disconnect the hose. Rinse it out of debris. A mesh filter is located behind it. Remove and clean the filter.
If this did not help to restore the fence, then the reason may be a breakdown. Check the inlet valve.To do this, unscrew the intake hose, remove the panels and get to the valve.
Take a multimeter, set the toggle switch to resistance measurement mode. Place the dipsticks on the valve contacts. If the screen shows more than 3 kΩ, the part is working properly.
Drainage problems are accompanied by poor dishwashing. The quality of dirt removal is reduced, or the machine stops working altogether. If you believe that by paying for the equipment, you can operate it without proper care, then problems will soon appear.
Why is a blockage dangerous? Prolonged accumulation of debris not only leads to unpleasant odors from the chamber, but also jeopardizes the operation of the pump and heating element.
From blockage to unit breakage - a stone's throw. Therefore, it is recommended to clean the tract after each wash, at least once a week.
Open the hopper door.
Get out the baskets.
Unscrew the filter at the bottom of the sink. Remove food debris, brush it off with warm water.
The impeller is located in the hole behind the filter. Remove any remaining water from the hole. Remove the protective cover. Wear gloves and remove foreign objects. Bones, pieces of crockery can block the impeller.
Disconnect the drain hose. Clean it of debris, also inspect the drain for blockages.
How to check the drain pump:
Unplug the machine.
Shut off the water supply.
Remove the trays from the hopper.
Drain off any remaining liquid.
Turn the case to one side.
Remove the bottom panel.
Disconnect the float sensor wiring.
Attach the test leads of the multimeter to the contacts of the pump.
Readings around 200 ohms are considered normal.
Unclench the hose clamp, remove it from the pump seat.
Scroll the knot and remove from the place.
Rotate the impeller to make sure it works.
If there is a problem, install a new pump.
Thoroughly clean the dishes before loading to remove food residues.
The dishwasher does not turn on after a power surge? Indicators do not light up, buttons do not respond to pressing? The reason may be a burnt board, wiring, or a broken network cable.
Condition of the power cord and plug. In case of damage to the insulation, burns, replacement is required.
The state of the socket. External damage immediately indicates a breakdown. To check the functionality, connect another device to it.
For electronics diagnostics, it is better to contact a specialist. To avoid problems and major repairs, follow the connection rules:
Use only a separate grounded outlet.
Do not include the PMM in the carrier.
Use a voltage regulator. In case of drops, it can save not only the dishwasher, but also the washing machine, refrigerator.
In the first year of the PMM operation, there are problems associated with the operation of equipment. Therefore, carefully read the instructions, do not forget to take care of the device and carry out timely cleaning.
Kaiser is a famous brand from Germany that brings to the market reliable and efficient household appliances. Dishwashers are no exception: they are one of the most durable and combine the ergonomics of lines with a well-thought-out design.
Malfunctions of the Kaiser dishwasher are rare, but quite possible. If your dishwasher is broken, it needs urgent and professional repair. Next, you will learn about typical breakdowns, their causes and solutions to problems.
Traditional breakdowns for dishwashers of this brand are considered failures associated with connection or violation of operating rules. Out of a thousand cases, only a dozen cars break down due to a factory defect, in a hundred situations, power failures are to blame, and the reasons for the rest of the breakdowns depend on improper operation.
Important! Above are the statistics of service centers, collected based on the results of user requests in the first year of using dishwashers. Between 2014 and 2015less than 1400 calls were recorded (in the Russian Federation and the EU countries) when the cars really needed repair.
If the machine breaks down and writes Error, this may be due to the following reasons:
blockage in the water drain system;
blockage in the filler tract;
problems with electronics;
electrical failures.
On a note! The last two reasons are usually accompanied by power outages.
Having figured out why the Kaiser dishwasher does not work, you can start repairing it.
Some owners of Kaiser dishwashers are sure: if the equipment is expensive and of high quality, it will withstand any load and careless handling. Such conclusions end in breakdowns that immediately require repair.
Even with regular cleaning of the filters and rinsing of the drain hose, the problem of blockages can remain. At the same time, not all owners of PMM Kaiser admit that they remember about cleaning only when problems arise.
Experts say that the cars need to be constantly cleaned, otherwise failures occur that disable the pump or heating element.
Important! If there is a blockage in the drain, it is strictly forbidden to continue using the equipment. You need to interrupt the program and completely clean the system with your own hands (detailed cleaning instructions are attached in the user manual for your PMM model). When cleaning, specialized products can also be used that are poured into the machine and clean the parts at idle speed.
Not every settlement of our vast country can boast of perfectly clean water in the water supply system. It is not a matter of rigidity, but of some impurities that are harmful to both humans and technology. If you care about health and technology, it is worth protecting the dishwasher from the harmful effects of poor-quality water so that the machine does not require premature repairs.
To avoid repairs, install at least one additional in-line filter on the water intake hose. Remember that it will need regular cleaning.
If you neglect the recommendations of mechanics and save on a filter for running water, the load will fall on the standard filter installed on the dishwasher body in front of the intake valve. In this barrier, the mesh is so thin that in the absence of frequent cleaning, it will completely clog and provoke a major blockage. The machine will stop because it cannot draw water.
Proceed in this order:
Remove the inlet hose from the vehicle body.
Unscrew the standard in-line filter.
Clean the filter mesh.
Remove the hose from the water pipe by disconnecting it at the point of attachment to the tee tap.
Clean and rinse the hose.
Assemble all parts in place.
Start a test wash.
Important! Don't wait for a blockage to appear. If the machine starts to fill in water too slowly (you will notice an increase in the time of the standard programs), start an unscheduled cleaning.
If there is too little water in the dishwasher reservoir, this creates a huge load on the heating element, which can quickly break down. If you "hammer" on the filter, you will have to change the heater, so it is better not to neglect this elementary rule - clean the filters every 1-2 months.
In this case, it is not the electronic component of the device itself that is to blame, but the electrical communications of your home. Our standard deviations of voltage from the allowable norm are disastrous for the "delicate" German typewriter. Power surges or dips can burn electronic boards, wiring, or contacts.
If you managed to notice that the PMM breakdown is associated with a power surge - after it the equipment refuses to turn on - call the master. Professional diagnostics and competent repairs are required - it is better not to try to fix the burned-out units yourself.
To protect the Kaiser dishwasher from repeated breakdowns, use stabilizers when connecting.Of course, a stabilizer is not the cheapest household appliance, but this little "box" can save all the appliances in your home: dishwasher, washing machine, TV or refrigerator. This is one of the most cost-effective devices, so don't hesitate to purchase it.
It will not hurt, in addition to the stabilizer, the installation of a special socket with protection against moisture, equipped with a copper 1-2 mm wire. Connect the line using the machine to further protect yourself and your loved ones.
To summarize: if your Kaiser dishwasher is out of order in the first three years of its "life", the manufacturer is least likely to blame for this. This is a reliable technique that rarely breaks down, and breakdowns are possible only through the fault of independent factors and violation of the manufacturer's instructions.
Take care of your dishwashing machine, and it is unlikely to need repairs.
Kaiser is a well-known German trade mark, under which the best equipment is produced. In particular, Kaiser dishwashers are considered the most reliable in the world, and their ergonomic design continues to amaze users around the world. Repair of such machines is required quite rarely, so there are few craftsmen in Russia who would often encounter their breakdowns. Nevertheless, even such a reliable technique was not spared malfunctions, and we did not ignore the topic related to the repair of the "Kaisers".
If you believe the statistics provided by the service centers in Europe and Russia, the main breakdowns of Kaiser dishwashers are associated with improper operation and connection, or with a poor electrical network. Of the 1000 recorded situations when the Kaiser dishwasher had to be repaired, in 897 cases the failure was caused by user errors made during operation, in 89 cases the fault was caused by a poor-quality electrical network, and only in 14 cases it was a factory defect or poor assembly.
For your information! Above are the statistics of calls to service centers regarding breakdowns of Kaiser dishwashers in the first year of operation. In total, for 2014-2015, 1368 cases of user requests from European countries and the Russian Federation were recorded when repairs were really required.
What are the most common causes of failure of Kaiser dishwashers?
Clogged drainage system.
Clogged filling system.
Electrical and electronic problems due to poor electrical condition.
There is a category of dishwasher users who believe that if they paid money for good equipment, then they can use it to the maximum without bothering to care for it. It usually ends badly - the dishwasher stops working. In some cases, users, trying to figure out the problem on their own, clean the filters, rinse the drain hoses, but the problem still remains.
Experts say that if you do not clean the dishwasher, then it may need repairs, because blockages provoke a breakdown of the pump or heating element, and this is already serious. If a blockage occurs, you can not continue to operate the Kaiser dishwasher, you must immediately stop the washing process, and then carry out a complete cleaning, both manually and using special means. For more information on how to clean dishwashers, see the article on replacing and cleaning the dishwasher filter.
In most cities and towns of our vast homeland, the quality of tap water leaves much to be desired, and it's not even a matter of "hard water". Often, impurities appear in the water that can harm not only human health, but also equipment, so the primary task of the user is to take care of protecting the expensive Kaiser dishwasher, otherwise repairs will be required. What happens if this is not done?
Important! In order not to repair Kaiser dishwashers later, it is necessary to install at least one additional flow filter on the inlet hose, which must be cleaned regularly.
If you do not install any additional filters, then there is only one barrier between the water supply and the bowels of the dishwasher - a regular flow filter, which is installed by the manufacturer at the inlet right in front of the filler valve. The mesh on this filter is very thin, and if you do not resort to any additional water purification measures, it will quickly become clogged and a blockage will appear. The machine will not be able to pump water, it will freeze and repair will be required. What should be done?
Shut off the water supply to the machine.
Detach the inlet hose from the dishwasher housing.
Next, you need to unscrew the flow filter from the machine body and thoroughly clean it.
Next, you can clean the hose itself, after that we put everything in place and check the operation of the machine.
Experts strongly advise against starting this malfunction. If you see the dishwasher picking up water very slowly, start repairs immediately. The fact is that with an insufficient amount of water in the dishwasher tank, the load on the flow-through heating element increases, which in turn leads to its rapid breakdown. Simply put, look at the filter - you will change the ten, take it as seriously as possible.
The essence of the malfunction, in this case, is not even in the electrics or electronics of the Kaiser dishwashers, the problem is in electrical communications, which invariably damage the "delicate" European technology. As a result of a sharp increase or decrease in voltage, which is usual for us, the control modules of Kaiser dishwashers fail, power filters, in rare cases even wires and contacts burn, and other malfunctions occur.
If you notice a voltage drop, and after that the dishwasher stops working, do not climb into it yourself - invite an experienced technician to diagnose the malfunction. To avoid similar problems in the future, it is necessary to connect all expensive and complex equipment in the house through stabilizers. A stabilizer is not a cheap device, but imagine if it immediately saves you from a voltage drop:
dishwasher;
refrigerator;
washing machine.
All costs will immediately pay off and you will no longer puzzle over the question of buying or not buying such a remedy. Malfunctions of this kind will not threaten the car. In addition to the stabilizer, you need to take care of connecting the Kaiser dishwasher to a good moisture-resistant outlet with a reliable copper supply wire with a cross section of 1.5-2 mm. You need to connect the line through a difavtomat, it's more reliable.
To summarize, we note that if your Kaiser dishwasher broke down during the first year of operation and it needs repair, most likely the cause of the malfunction was either incorrect user actions or poor communications. By themselves, reliable Kaiser cars rarely break down. Be careful, take better care of your dishwasher, and it won't take a long time to repair it.
