The dishwasher switches off during operation

Damage there are a great many. Only about 1/3 of the faults are identified by the PMM self-diagnosis system, and the rest is left to the conscience of the machine repairman. Today we will discuss the situation when the dishwasher shuts off during operation. This breakdown is not so unusual, however, it can create a lot of problems for the user. Let's identify the main causes of this breakdown and see how they can be eliminated.

For what reason is it de-energized?

First, let's determine the symptoms of breakdown. In the case we are discussing, the dishwasher switches off spontaneously immediately after starting the washing program, or after some time. There is not just a reset of the washing program, the machine is completely de-energized. Re-activation is possible after 10-15 seconds from the on / off button. Why is this happening? What kind of damage can cause this symptom?

1. Malfunction in the power system caused by overload in the mains.
2. The problem with the surge protector.
3. Defective heating element or temperature sensor.
4. The control module is out of order.

The likelihood that the control module became the cause of de-energization is very small, but still it should not be completely discounted.

There is a similar breakdown that causes a reset of the washing program. Keep in mind that such a malfunction has its own reasons and should not be confused with the breakdown we are discussing. So you just get confused and start looking for reasons not at all there.

We check and repair

It makes sense to start the test from the outlet. Try plugging the dishwasher into a different outlet and see if the symptoms of breakage persist. If the machine works fine from another outlet, there’s no point in further searching, and if symptoms persist, we continue the search.

At the next stage, we will check the surge protector, which is located in the case at the base of the mains wire for the Electrolux dishwashers and others. To get started, smell the base of the power cord. If the smell of burning wiring comes from there, you are on the right track. Remove the protective cover and visually inspect the interior of the line filter. Are there traces of carbon deposits and fusion? Feel free to change the surge protector.

If it really was a surge protector, remember that it is rarely the root cause of the problem. More often than not, the line filter is the only barrier between a serious power outage and the electrics of the dishwasher. To prevent this from happening again and not having to change the surge protector again, install dishwasher stabilizer. This device will protect the machine from such problems and ensure years of its stable operation.

Voltage stabilizers can provide protection not only for the dishwasher, but also for other important kitchen appliances. If you purchase a powerful device, protect several devices at once.

In the event that the machine itself turns off during washing, it is worth noting at what point it is de-energized. To do this, it will be nice to study the parameters of the main programs. Experienced craftsmen can determine the cause of the breakdown by moment of shutdown. It happens that the dishwasher turns off when the control module gives the command to the heating element to warm the water pumped into the system. If the heater is broken, it can cause an overload in the circuit of the machine and it will shut off very quickly.

If the shutdown had not occurred, the system, having tested the heating element, would have detected a malfunction and would have given an error with a certain code, and so there was a blackout, which leaves some puzzles. What to do? Check the heating element, and at the same time the temperature sensor. It is most convenient to get to these parts through the side wall of the machine, and a multimeter will be required for verification.

Lastly, the control module is checked, but we do not recommend climbing to it on our own. Contact a professional who will quickly check the “electronic brain” of the machine and issue a verdict.

So, the dishwasher can be de-energized during operation as a result of overload. In general, this is understandable to the average person, but that’s what causes this very overload has yet to be determined. Follow our tips and you will succeed. Good luck