Dishwasher detergent dispenser does not fully open / does not open
Issue
- The dishwasher detergent dispenser does not fully open
- There are residues of detergent in the dispenser at the end of the programme
- The dishwasher detergent dispenser does not open at all during the programme
Applies to
- Dishwasher
Solution
If the dishwasher detergent dispenser does not open at all during the programme or There are residues of detergent in the dispenser at the end of the programme.
- The detergent tablet was stuck in the dispenser and therefore was not completely washed away by water.
- Water cannot wash away the detergent from the dispenser. Make sure that the spray arms are not blocked or clogged.
- Make sure that items in the baskets do not impede the lid of the detergent dispenser from opening.
- Do not place large items at the front of bottom baskets. Follow the loading instruction in the UM or separate instruction that is provided with your dishwasher
- Test the dishwasher by running an empty cycle and see if the dispenser opens
If the above steps don't resolve the issue, we recommend contacting an Authorized Service Center.
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