It’s time to automate the process of dishwashing in your homes by getting the SMEG dishwashers. You now get a fantastic home appliance to share the cleaning duty and do your dirty dishes in an outstandingly hygienic manner using much less water and energy. It is time to bid goodbye to the nasty infection-causing germs homing in your utensils.
But what if the antibacterial cleaning function is disrupted due to a glitch? Before your countertop gets messy again with the pile of plates, schedule a dishwasher repair service to sort out the common dishwasher issues. There are some standard troubleshooting processes that you can follow before you reach out to a professional for dishwasher repairs:
If the dishwasher doesn’t turn on:
- If the dishwasher is not starting, check if the power socket is plugged in.
- Check the fuses, power outlet cables and connections, and circuit breakers.
- Is the door adequately latched? The dishwasher may also not be starting because of issues with the control panel or power supply.
Drainage problems:
- Is the drain hose blocked? If yes, clean it and set the ball rolling.
- A malfunctioning pump can cause drainage issues in a dishwasher.
- The clogged filter needs to be cleared
Unclean utensils:
- Have you changed the dishwasher detergent recently, or has the quantity of detergent being used reduced?
- An excess number of utensils loaded in the wash or incorrect loading can lead to unclean utensils
- The spray arms can clog with grime or dirt, leading to unclean Dishes.
Clanging loud noise from the machine:
- Check if the utensils have been loaded correctly or are any one of them hitting the fan?
- Rattling or grinding noises may result from an old battered pump that needs to be changed.
- Damage spray arm can also cause squealing noises
- Check if the impeller is loose
Excess time taken by the dishwasher to wash utensils:
- check the water pressure if the dishwasher is taking extra time to complete the cycle
- The machine needs descaling
Overflowing water
Drainage pipes may be blocked, and the machine needs cleaning and maintenance servicing. Unpinch the hose pipe and remove tangles before going for SMEG dishwasher repair.
When turned on, a buzzing sound from the bottom of the dishwasher must be checked by the technician to see if anything is blocking the free movement of machinery. The buzzing sound is often caused by the diverter paddle, which is turned on by the reduction gears and the motor. Lime scale deposits on the paddle increase the stiffness, disrupting normal movement.
Water is not coming from the inlet.
- Check the inlet valve that lets water enter the machine
- Is the water supply tap connected to the dishwasher turned on?
- The hose pipe from the inlet tap should not be squashed or pinched along its length.
- Regularly clean the inlet hose plug so it does not block with dirt and grime.
- Read the instruction booklet carefully and follow the basic cleaning processes recommended by the SMEG manufacturer.
- Is there any leak in the water inlet hose pipe or valve?
Whether it is the slimline, free-standing, or in-built integrated SMEG dishwasher, you can check the operating issue quickly to rectify it before it becomes a significant complication.
Obstructions in the hose pipes, waste pipes, or other blockages can lead to the welling up of water in the machine and should be immediately attended to. A faulty drain pump may require a professional engineer because the panel underneath the appliance’s base must be accessed.
Similarly, blocked filters or a faulty inlet valve can increase the water levels inside the appliance and show up as Error 1 or Error 9 (E1, E9). E3 indicates an issue with heating, E4 sensor, etc. There are many problems, but help is always available. It pays to be vigilant with appliances before you call for a professional to evaluate and analyze the machine, or you may end up paying visitation charges for the professional. Products need to be serviced, and you need to avail yourself of an extended care scheme that can detect problems in advance.