Please do take care to read the information thoroughly as it is there to help you understand fault codes and to keep you safe. There are also some help, tips and hints with a lot of the fault codes published here that you usually will not find anywhere else and, as we learn, we add more information so if you can't find what you need please ask in the forums.
Before using this section please understand that fault or error codes are used as a diagnostic aid, they are not a replacement for diagnostic skill on the part of the person repairing the product and are not in any way usually going to point to the precise component that is faulty. All they do is give you an idea of where to start looking for the fault.
Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Error codes
Known fault codes or error codes for Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher.
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We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums.
E1
First 2 program indicators flashing
- Issue:
- The door is not properly closed.
- Advice:
- Close the door firmly.
E2
1 and 3 program indicator lights flashing
- Issue:
- Temperature sensor faulty
- Advice:
- Turn the water and power off to the dishwasher.
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E3
1 and 4 program indicator lights flashing
- Issue:
- Drain hose is too low. The wash water level is too low.
- Advice:
- Ensure that drain hose is connected in accordance with the Installation instructions.
E4
Program indicators 1, 3 and 4 flashing
- Issue:
- Drain hose is crimped or bent. The wash water is not draining out. Drain hose is too high.
- Advice:
- Check hose and straighten if needed. Ensure that drain hose is connected in accordance with the Installation instructions.
E5
First 3 program indicators flashing
- Issue:
- Water tap not turned on. Insufficient water supply pressure. Water supply hose is crimped or bent. Drain hose is too low.
- Advice:
- Ensure the water is connected and turned on. Check household water pressure. Check hose and straighten if needed. Ensure that drain hose is connected in accordance with the Installation instructions.
E6
First 4 program indicators flashing
- Issue:
- Flood switch activated.
- Advice:
- Turn the water and power off to the dishwasher.
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F1
Flood switch has been activated.
- Issue:
- Flood switch has been activated.
- Advice:
- Turn the water and power supply to the DishDrawer® off and call your Authorised Service Center.
F2
Motor problem
- Issue:
- Motor problem.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
F3
Temperature sensor failed.
- Issue:
- Temperature sensor failed.
- Advice:
- Ensure water coming in through the inlet hose is less than 65oC. You may need to install a tempering valve on your water supply.
F4
Faulty temperature sensor or element
- Issue:
- Faulty temperature sensor or element
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
F5
Lid fault
- Issue:
- Lid fault
- Advice:
- 1- Turn power supply to DishDrawer off, then turn on power supply. Fault may reset.
2- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
F6
Lid fault
- Issue:
- Lid fault
- Advice:
- 1- Turn power supply to DishDrawer off, then turn on power supply. Fault may reset.
2- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
F7
Lid fault
- Issue:
- Lid fault
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
F8
Electrical problem
- Issue:
- Electrical problem
- Advice:
- 1- Turn power supply to DishDrawer off.
2- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
F9
Electronics malfunction.
- Issue:
- Electronics malfunction.
- Advice:
- We add more information as we learn so if you can't find what you need please ask in the Repair forums. Alternatively you can book a repair online or call us on 0208 226 3633 to arrange an engineer visit. We offer fixed price Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher Repairs in London.
U1
Fill Fault
- Issue:
- Fill Fault
- Advice:
- 1- Turn the DishDrawer® water supply on. 2- Ensure the spray arm is placed on the impeller and can rotate and if the DishDrawer® is full of water, it will need to be emptied manually. 3- The water block has been tripped (if present). 4- Call your Authorized Service Center.
U2
Loading
- Issue:
- Loading
- Advice:
- Check loading to ensure no items extend beyond the height of the drawer.
U4
Fault in the other drawer preventing the use of this drawer
- Issue:
- Fault in the other drawer preventing the use of this drawer
- Advice:
- Check other drawer, attend to fault code on that drawer.
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