Anyone who washes dishes by hand knows how tiring such an activity can be. And if an Ariston dishwasher appears in the house, the housewife gets more free time for other things. Consumers who operate a dishwasher of this brand may encounter system errors that prevent the unit from operating normally. You should not think that the cause of such an error is a serious breakdown - in most cases, the problem can be fixed on your own. The main condition is the correct decoding of the information issued by the machine. The article describes the error codes of Ariston dishwashers, the rules for reading them and the measures taken to eliminate them.
Self-diagnosis of machines
Like other equipment for washing dishes, the Ariston dishwasher is equipped with a self-diagnosis system. The operation of this system is based on the recognition of various breakdowns. When the modular device detects a malfunction, it immediately stops the washing process and displays the corresponding error code on the screen.
Before starting repair work, you should clarify what this or that code means. Today we will analyze the main malfunctions of the Ariston dishwasher:
- AL 01 – the code is typical for most machines from the Ariston company. With this error, the dishwasher signals that there is a water leak and the Aqua-stop function has been activated;
- AL 02, AL 05 and AL 12 – These codes mean that the water in the machine is not heated to the specified temperature. The reasons may be different - the water heating element burns out, the control module fails, or malfunctions appear in the electrical circuit. The code with the numbers 05 lets you know that there is no signal from the heating element sensor;
- AL 03, AL 04 – in this way, the machine tries to report that there is a blockage in the drainage or water intake system. In the first case, the drain hoses, pump or pipes are checked. If the machine does not draw water, check the hose, filter element or valve;
- AL 06 – This code tells the user that there is a problem with the power supply to the filling valve. The terminals were probably burnt, there was a break in the wiring, the module responsible for control failed;
- AL 07, AL 08, AL 09 – if one of these codes lights up, a serious problem has occurred related to the control unit or circulation pump;
- AL 10 – in a number of dishwasher models, such an error code means that a breakdown has occurred with the heater, but most often the signal confirms problems with the intake valve electrical system;
- AL 11 – This error occurs if there is no electricity supplied to the motor of the circulation pump device. The second reason may be due to the usual jamming of a foreign object;
- AL 13 – In most cases, the code confirms the problem when the cuvette valve cannot be opened to allow the detergent tablet to begin to dissolve. As a rule, the cause is dishes not placed correctly in the basket;
- AL 14 – the code means that there is an error in the dirty water drainage system.This is most often associated with incorrect connection of the hose, and water from the sewer network begins to flow into the Ariston dishwasher;
- AL 99 – such an error makes it clear that there is damage in the network cable or internal wiring. It is necessary to check all the wires or change the module responsible for control.
Troubleshooting on your own
Let's consider all the problematic issues in overview to have a general idea of their elimination. Let's analyze the errors that can be eliminated with your own hands.
- Leakage is detected and eliminated easily . To cope with problems 02, 05 and 12 you should know that eleven situations can cause them. Before disassembling the Ariston dishwasher, you should assess your strengths and knowledge. Most likely, you will have to seek help from specialists. Those who know how to use a multimeter can check the resistance of the water heating element and thermistor. Most likely, one of the specified parts will have to be replaced.
- Errors under codes 03 and 04 are formed if proper care of the Ariston dishwasher is not organized, timely cleaning of filters is not performed. In such cases, surface dirt goes into the pipes and water intake hose, forming blockages. To avoid this, preventive cleaning of the machine with special means is performed once every few months, and the equipment is cleaned manually once every six months.
- To remove the error 06, the contacts of the inlet valve are checked with a multimeter. Most likely, the failure problem is hidden here. If everything is in order with the contact group, the wires and the control module are checked, for which it will be necessary to partially disassemble the Ariston dishwasher.
- Errors 07, 08, 09 impossible to remove by yourself. If one of these codes appears, you must turn off your Ariston machine and call an experienced technician. Please note that repair work will be expensive.
- Error number 11 is eliminated. To do this, you will have to turn the Ariston machine over onto the rear panel, remove the pan, disconnect the circulation pump from the power supply system, remove it and disassemble it. It is necessary to clean, remove foreign objects, assemble the pump and install it in place.
- Code 13 means that the error is due to the need to clean the cuvette. Having completed the necessary steps, we correctly place the dishes, restart the unit and check how it works.
- Problem with code 14 most often appears in Ariston dishwashers that have just been installed or have operated for no more than three months. All that should be done in this case is to check that the drain hose is connected correctly to the sewer pipe.
How to prevent breakdown
Dishwasher washing mashines from Ariston They are considered reliable units, but they are also capable of making mistakes during the operational period.In order not to seek help from service center specialists every time, it is recommended to follow several rules that will extend the service life of the Ariston machine.
- A filter should be installed on the water intake hose to clean the water from debris. A grease filter element is mounted at the entrance to the sewer pipe to protect against external blockages.
- Before loading dirty plates, they should be wiped with a napkin, removing food residues. If the tap water is hard enough, add special softening salts or use a special inlet filter.
- Do not use soap, shampoos or other compounds that are not intended for the dishwasher to wash dishes. Do not overload the Ariston dishwasher with dirty items. After finishing the washing process, the machine should be wiped and the tablet tray opened for drying. The dishes are installed in such a way that they do not touch the walls and do not cover the water spray nozzles.
Those who are quite familiar with the structure of household appliances can try to eliminate
the errors that occur in the Ariston dishwasher on their own. In order to have as few such troubles as possible, you should follow the operating rules of the household appliance. Many users think that system error signals are big problems. But if you think about it, the code system protects the Ariston machine from expensive repairs, promptly informing you about minor problems. First of all, you should reboot the Ariston dishwasher. To do this, the unit is disconnected from the electrical network, and after fifteen to twenty minutes, it is turned on again.In order not to turn to service center specialists for help every time, it is recommended to follow several rules that will extend the life of the Ariston machine.
A filter should be installed on the water intake hose to remove debris from the water. A grease filter element is installed at the entrance to the sewer pipe, protecting against external blockages.
