Error I30 in the dishwasher Electrolux

What should I do if error I30 paralyzed the operation of the Electrolux brand dishwasher? Will you really have to get used to washing the dishes with your hands again? We suggest that you do not panic ahead of time, but try to figure out the causes of this error code yourself. We will talk about how to implement this, as well as how to eliminate the discovered cause in this publication.

What does the code mean?

The instruction manual for the Electrolux dishwasher, gives a brief interpretation of the error code I30. It seems like the I30 code indicates that the Electrolux typewriter has tripped. The characteristic is rather dry, considering that there can be quite a lot of reasons for overflow. How to understand what exactly happened with the dishwasher?

In this case, it is necessary to highlight the list of reasons for the I30 code to at least roughly indicate the search circle. We will begin with this action, having previously disconnected the idle dishwasher.

• It is necessary to inspect the dishwasher for leaks, and if any, look for places where these leaks occurred.
• Inspect the trash filter and drain for clogging.

By the way! Clogging can occur not only in the dishwasher, but also in the sewer, while the dishwasher will also respond to this error I30, be careful.

• Inspect the drain pump for blockages and damage.
• Check the filling valve; it may be clogged and does not close completely or is completely out of order.

It's all about leaking

We have decided on a list of possible problems that gave rise to the I30 code, now you need to find the specific malfunction that arose in your typewriter, and then figure out how to fix it. The vast majority of Electrolux brand dishwasher models have a tray in which water collects in the event of a leak. The first thing to do is to check if there is water in the pan. If there is no water, then feel free to skip this stage and proceed to the next. If there is water, drain it, dry the tray with a hairdryer, and then:

1. unscrew the top cover;
2. remove the side walls;
3. Do not remove the pan yet, but instead run the machine.

You may ask, why run a faulty dishwasher, and even in a dismantled form? Everything is very simple, because this is how you can see where water is running or dripping from. As soon as you manage to identify a leaking part or assembly, it will be possible to carefully dismantle the pallet and replace the defective element. In extreme cases, it is possible to cover the leaking place with sealant, although experts strongly do not recommend doing so, since this repair is short-lived. But if you don’t have the right part at hand and there is no way to buy it in the near future, such a repair is better than not having a dishwasher.

If you are forced to use sealant for temporary repairs, carefully monitor the dishwasher during operation and when it becomes possible to replace a damaged part, do it immediately.

Blockages

After making sure that there is no leakage, we check the dishwasher for blockages. It’s best to start checking not even the dishwasher itself, but the drain hose and sewage system, it’s easier than climbing inside the case. The hose is removed and inspected visually, but with a drain, you can proceed as follows:

• open the tap of the mixer, providing a decent pressure of water;
• see how the water goes into the sewer;
• if the water leaves poorly, it means that we clean the sewer with a plunger or cable, if the water leaves well, we are looking for blockage in the dishwasher.

We begin the search for blockage in the dishwasher with a waste filter. Replacing and cleaning the filter of the dishwasherusually helps to solve this kind of problem.According to statistics, the I30 code pops up in 27% of cases precisely because of the garbage filter, so regular cleaning is a priority even during normal operation of the dishwasher, not to mention cases when a breakdown occurs.

Next, we need to remove the pallet and check all the pipes and other elements. This work is meticulous, requiring some effort and time, so it would be better to take the help of a specialist who will do everything quickly and professionally.

Problems with the drain pump

Overfilling may also occur due to the drain pump. The pump may not work well or not work at all. Usually, an error with code I30 pops out if the pump is clogged by something, that is, the impeller is blocked by foreign objects that have wound around it, or by a water stone. It is also possible that the impeller is damaged and requires replacement, from which the pump does not pump out water in normal mode. And in that, and in another case, the pump must be checked, and depending on what the disassembly of the part shows, make a decision.

Despite the fact that an ion exchanger is integrated in the Electrolux dishwasher, the quality of the water leaves much to be desired. Together with water, a large amount of impurities gets into the machine, which eventually spoil the internal parts.

Disconnect the pump, disassemble it and look. We clear the blocked impeller, check the rotation and collect the pump back. If the impeller is broken, replace it with a new one. If the impeller is in order, but the pump clearly does not show signs of work, you should ring it with a multimeter. If a malfunction is detected, the entire pump must be replaced.

Defective filling valve

Let’s go on the other side. The problems that triggered error I30 may not be associated with violations of the water drain, but with a violation of its entry into the dishwasher. The filling valve could fail, which according to the program opens when it is necessary to draw water into the machine and closes when water is drawn. The following may happen with the valve:

• failure of an electrician or electrical wiring;
• failure of the mechanism;
• clogged with garbage mechanism from which the valve will stop closing until the end.

The bay valve should be removed and disassembled. We will not explain how this is done, everything is easy there. We check the valve for blockages, measure the contact resistance with a multimeter, and see how the mechanism works. We also check the electrician supplying the valve. If a malfunction is detected, either change the wiring or change the valve.

So, in general terms, we looked at what the I30 code on the Electrolux dishwasher means, what malfunctions provoke the appearance of this error and how to find and eliminate these malfunctions. We hope the information we provide will benefit you. Have a good repair!