Troublesome ADP8242

Re: Troublesome ADP8242

Hi Chris,

I did consider that and it was going to be my next step this afternoon but was pressed for time. What initially put me off was the “normal” service from the PCB. I’ve read about the solonoid problem before but never come accross it myself…. there’s hardly any Smeg appliances around here…..

I just know you’re going to be correct…… pretty reasonable quality applaince and determined to save it if I can. The customer is a good aquantance as well so doubly important…..

I’ll let you know…

tks

Steve

Re: Troublesome ADP8242

clivejameson wrote:I have managed to prove a faulty dispenser solenoid on a couple of occasions by hooking up my Fluke to the spades then flexing them with pliers only to see the continuity come and go with the flexing 😉

top idea, i’ll try your idea and Chris’s – I’d give it a go tonight but far too comfortable on the couch and the Fosters is nice and cold!! 😀 😀 😀

will post results

Re: Troublesome ADP8242

Still no joy 🙁 🙁

Dispenser solonoid appears to be fine, tried attaching a couple of different valves that I know are good – re-setting pcb between each attempt.

leavemetogetonwithit wrote:

RocketMan wrote:
drains water but still times out on draining. ….I’m open to suggestions… 😕 😕 😕

I’d suggest a very close inspection of the drain pump. Impellor could be loose. I’ve even seen a shaft that was loose inside the rotor magnet!
Mike.

I will have another look at the pump but I removed it yesterday to ensure there were no blockages. I then attempted to get it to work with absolutely no water in the sump of any pipework. thanks..

I’ve tested the p/s, diaphragm works fine and switch is electricaly good opening/closing when it should.

I will try all the edge connectors to the pcb and check wiring more closely tomorrow morning as I’ve got some spare time.

Thanks for the suggestions.

Steve