Zanussi dishwasher errors

Zanussi dishwashing equipment is extremely common. Many people use it and many encounter various error codes. Zanussi dishwasher errors are designed to tell the user what is broken in the machine, so that it is easier for him to look for the defect later. Why, users, even experienced professionals, memorize the decoding of error codes in case they have to deal with some rare malfunction. In general, everyone should be familiar with error codes.

Decryption nuances

Before we move on to deciphering specific errors, let's understand this. No error code should be interpreted literally. All dishwasher fault codes are interconnected and one error may well alternate with another. If you are faced with the fact that a Zanussi machine shows first one code and then a second, carefully study the decoding and find the similarities between these two errors. Somewhere there is common ground.

If the dishwasher literally “goes crazy” showing two, three, or even four codes after each restart, you should pay attention to the electronic module. “Glitched” firmware is not capable of such “tricks,” but physical breakdowns in the form of burnt semiconductor elements and burnt out tracks cannot be ruled out.

You should not try to access the electronic module yourself. Trust a professional to diagnose and repair the electronic components of your Zanussi dishwasher.

The search for a specific problem by deciphering the error code must be carried out taking into account the relationship of the parts and auxiliary elements of the dishwasher.And for this, in turn, you need to have a good knowledge of the “home assistant” device. If you are testing the resistance of a specific part, do not forget about its power wiring. Contacts often burn out and wiring frays, and a novice master is in a hurry to make mistakes on parts and components.

In general, when troubleshooting, you should not rely entirely on decoding the error. Do not forget about prudence and use the deductive method. After all, sometimes finding a specific breakdown is the same as solving a crime.

Description of codes

Before you start deciphering codes and troubleshooting, you need to eliminate a short-term “glitch” of the electronic board. Maybe this is the problem and then the error will be corrected in just a minute. What to do? First, completely disconnect your Zanussi dishwasher, remembering to remove the power plug from the socket. Then you can go about your business, for example, drink coffee, and after 15-20 minutes return to the machine and turn it on. If the error disappears, good, but if not, you need to start decoding.

1. i10. On machines without a screen, the light opposite the inscription END blinks 1 time with a pause of 5 seconds. This error appears when water from the water supply does not enter the Zanussi dishwasher system. What's wrong? There is no water in the water supply, the inlet hose is crushed, the inlet valve filter is clogged, the inlet valve does not work. How to fix? Check the hose and filter, test the inlet valve with a multimeter, and if it does not work, replace it.
2. i20. The END light flashes 2 times with a pause of 5 seconds. And this code tells us that it is impossible to pump out waste water. The reason may lie in a clogged drain hose or garbage filter, as well as pipes. The pump or pressure switch may not be working.It is not difficult to eliminate these faults. First, we clean the machine from blockages, then we check the pump, and then the pressure switch. The pump may also have physical damage, so be sure to inspect it.
3. i30. The LED blinks 3 times with a pause of 5 seconds. This means that a sensor in the pan has activated, saving against leaks. There is probably a leak and the pan is full of water, or perhaps the sensor simply went off for no reason. You need to penetrate the pan through the side wall or bottom protective panel and inspect it. Any leakage should be repaired and the water should be drained by tilting the machine on its side.
4. i50. 5 LED flashes with a pause of 5 seconds. There is a defect in the electronic board, or more precisely in the triac responsible for controlling the circulation pump. In this case, a qualified repair of the electronic module is required, which can only be done by a specialist.

A new electronic board costs about $180, which is exactly the amount you'll get if you repair your dishwasher's electronics incorrectly. Whether or not it’s worth getting into it is up to you to decide; risk, as they say, is a noble cause.

5. i60. 6 flashes of the END light with a pause of 5 seconds. This means that water heating either does not occur at all or occurs too slowly. In this case, the heating element, its contacts and wiring, as well as the circulation pump could fail. You need to use an ohmmeter to check the heating element and its wiring. You also need to check the resistance of the circulation pump. All these parts can be reached by removing the side wall of the machine. An electronic defect cannot also be ruled out.
6. i70. 7 flashes of the light with a pause of 5 seconds. And this error indicates problems with the temperature sensor. It's either broken here power supply, or it simply burned out.The electronic board may also break and not recognize the temperature sensor. The thermistor needs to be checked and replaced. If necessary, you need to take the control board to a technician to troubleshoot problems.
7. i80. The light flashes 8 times, pause 5 seconds. The code indicates that the control module has lost its firmware or has completely burned out as a result of a short circuit. Only a specialist can solve this problem, who will replace the firmware or install a new control board to replace the burned one.
8. i90. 9 LED flashes with a break of 5 seconds. This error also indicates a malfunction of the control board, only in this case we are talking about a software failure. The problem is solved by resetting the firmware. In rare cases, the board may need to be re-flashed or replaced.
9. iA0. 10 flashes of the END indicator with a break of 5 seconds. This error appears when the spray arm malfunctions. The culprit may well be clogged impeller nozzles, or in rare cases, a malfunction of the circulation pump. The problem is solved by cleaning the spray nozzles, for which it is convenient to use a toothpick. If the injectors are clean, you need to check and replace the circulation pump.
10. ib0. 11 flashes END. If the dishwasher model is equipped with a sensor that monitors the purity of the water, then this is where the problem lies. Perhaps the lens on the sensor is simply clogged, or perhaps it simply burned out. We do the following: remove the sensor, inspect its lens, if the lens is clean and everything is fine with the wiring, change the sensor.
11. iC0. 12 flashes of the END light with a break of 5 seconds. The error indicates a communication failure between the control panel and the control board. The user loses the ability to interact with the dishwasher. If there is no physical damage to the control board, you can solve the problem by resetting the firmware. This action is available only to the master.
12. id0. 13 flashes of the END light. This serious error indicates a motor or tacho generator failure. The check should begin with the contacts and wiring of the tachometer. If it is OK, you need to check the engine. Very often, with such an error, the motor breaks down and, as a result, current leaks to the housing. This can be easily noticed by touching the metal parts of the dishwasher and feeling a slight electric shock. This is potentially a very dangerous malfunction.
13. iF0. 14 flashes END. The code indicates that the machine is draining water for too long. Possible reasons for this could be: clogged garbage filters, the appearance of an excessive amount of foam in the washing chamber, a defective pressure switch, or incorrect placement of dishes in the baskets. First you need to check the machine for foam and blockages, then rearrange the dishes in the baskets correctly, and lastly move on to testing the pressure switch.

In conclusion, we note that within the framework of this article, we set the task, first of all, to describe the error codes of Zanussi dishwashers. If you are interested in more detailed information about troubleshooting such equipment, please refer to the article posted on our website Zanussi dishwasher repair. You will find all the details there. And we’ll wrap it up here and wish you to encounter all sorts of error codes less often. Good luck!

1 reader comment

1. 12/17/2020 at 11:03

   Marina:

   Thank you, it helped!

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