Smeg Dishwasher Error Codes – Troubleshooting and User Manual – The dishwasher is equipped with a self-diagnosis system that can detect and signal a number of possible faults.
Below is a list of Smeg Dishwasher error codes that can help find errors and fix them. We suggest, if you can’t find a solution to the error, then consult a professional
Error codes |
Error Code Description |
|---|---|
| Er 01 | Anti-flooding system (if present) has tripped. |
| Er 02 | Water level limiting system has tripped. |
| Er 03 | The appliance cannot heat up water. |
| Er 04 | Temperature sensor is disconnected. |
| Er 05 | The device does not absorb water. |
| Er 06 | The device cannot drain the water from the tank. |
| Er 07 | The dishwasher cannot measure the exact amount of water that has been loaded. |
| Er 08 | Problem in the water distribution system to the baskets. |
| Er 09 | Water intake system failure. |
| E1 | Acquastop failure. The anti-flood system has been activated (applicable models only). The system shuts down in the event of a water leak. Please contact the after-sales service. |
| E2 | Security level. The system limiting the water level in the dishwasher has tripped. Interrupt the program and turn off the dishwasher. Turn the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. If the problem persists, please contact the after-sales service. |
| E3 | Water heating failure. The water is not heated or the heating parameters are incorrect. Repeat the washing program; if the problem persists, please contact the after-sales service. |
| E 4 | Water temperature monitoring malfunction. Interrupt the program and turn off the dishwasher. Turn the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. |
| E5 | Water intake failure. The machine does not or does not fill water properly. Check that the water connections are correct, the water intake tap is open and the filter is not dirty. |
| E6 | Water drainage malfunction. The machine does not drain the water or does it incorrectly. Make sure the drain hose is not kinked or squashed, and that the siphon and filter are not dirty. |
| E7 | Turbine flow regulator failure. The machine is not able to accurately “measure” the amount of water loaded. Interrupt the program and turn off the dishwasher. Turn the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. |
| E8 | Alternative washing system failure. Interrupt the program and turn off the dishwasher. Turn the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. |
| E9 | Water intake system failure. |
| F1 | Start of the test. Close the door and the machine will refill, if the motor is broken, it will stop prematurely. |
| C1 | Check the filling. When the machine is full, open the door and then close it again. The machine will continue operating after approximately five seconds. |
| C2 | Dispenser control. When filling is complete, the soap dispenser will turn on for approximately one minute. The lower spray arm is in operation at this stage. |
| C3 | Heating phase. Heat up to 50 ° C. At this point, the upper spray arm is in operation. |
| C4 | Engineer intervention. When the temperature is reached, the device will buzz and stop. To continue the test, press the Start button. |
| C5 | Top section padding. The top half fills for five seconds and the wash pump is energized, followed by a five-second pause. |
| C6 | Engineer intervention. When the temperature is reached, the device will buzz and stop. To continue the test, press the Start button. |
| C7 | Regeneration. After a short wash, the regeneration valve is energized for approximately 10 seconds with the wash engine running |
| C8 | Pressure switch test. The washer motor stops and the machine fills to a safe level. |
| C9 | Engineer intervention. After reaching the security level, press the Start button. |
| CF | Drainage. The machine empties itself and the regeneration valve is energized. |
Smeg dishwasher control panel
In the event of an alarm, the device interrupts the running program and indicates the fault.
- Alarms E1, E2, E3, E4, E8 and E9 interrupt the current program immediately.
- Alarms E5, E6 interrupt the running program after removing the cause, which will cause Bach to execute the program.
- Alarm E7 is visualized at the end of the cycle, which, however, comes to an end as the operation of the dishwasher is not affected.
In order to “Reset” an alarm is needed: open and close the door or switch the machine off and on. At this point, it is possible to program the dishwasher again. If the fault persists, contact an Authorized Service Center.
Troubleshooting the Smeg dishwasher
Smeg dishwasher error codes and troubleshooting:
| Problem | Possible cause |
|---|---|
| LED L1 does not turn on | There is no electricity. Check the electrical connection. |
| The washing program does not start | The dishwasher has not finished loading. Wait for the LED indicator “>” to turn red. |
| Insufficient rinsing | Clogged sprinkler nozzles. Lime deposits in the boiler. Check that the nozzles are clean and that any water softeners installed are working properly. |
| Glasses and cutlery are stained | Insufficient or incorrectly dosed rinse aid. Water is harder than 12 ° dF or contains many dissolved salts. Check the rinse aid reservoir to make sure it is suitable for use with your water supply. If the problem persists, contact support. |
| Water is present in the tank after emptying | Drainage tube is misaligned or partially blocked. Check that the dishwasher’s pipe and drain are not blocked and that the drain is not too high; see connection diagram. |
| If the program does not start, check the following: | – the dishwasher is connected to the electricity supply; – there is no power failure; – the tap is open; – the dishwasher’s door is properly closed. |
| If there is water left in the dishwasher, check that: | – the drain hose is not kinked; – the drain siphon is not clogged; – the dishwasher filters are not clogged. |
| If the dishes do not dry out or remain dull, check the following: | -in a special container there is a rinse aid; – the rinse aid dispenser is correctly set; – the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its effectiveness |
| If there are traces of rust inside the tank: | – the tank is made of steel, therefore all traces of rust are caused by external elements – check that the amount of detergent used is correct. Some detergents can be more corrosive than others. -Check that the salt reservoir cap is properly closed and that the water softening setting is correct. |
Manual Instruction
Some errors may not occur due to a malfunction. You just need to reset it to get the dishwasher working again or there is an error when operating it. You should also read the machine manual, and you can download it here.
