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Hi. My dishwasher now takes forever, and will only complete the fast prog. On the eco prog it seems to get stuck. It appears to pump out though the flow doesnt seem great – there is no water remaining inside the machine, but a little in the bottom of the filter holder.
Another thing, when filling, it seems to pulse ie takes in a bit then stops then starts. And also whilst doing this it appears to pump out a bit on and off. Havent yet got the toolbox out – wondered what best starting point might be. Cant find any related posts on this model.
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THIS might be a good starting point. 😉
Good pictures there on what might need cleaning out.
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OK thanks. Just a thought – we never use the hot wash – is it possible that running this might help clear things? Is there any cleaning fluid I could add?
Also, the manual doesnt seem to say how long the various cycles should take, so I’m not sure what to expect. Any ideas? Thanks.Re: Bosch SGS43T62GB/35 Problem
There are proper dishwasher cleaners you can use. not rinsing the dishes before loading and constant low temp washes will lead to severe gunge build up.
If it is bad then no cleaner will shift it.
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OK have got the brute stripped. Top of matrix has section which looks cruddy, but water level control looks suspect. Have liftd out matrix, but cant work out how to remove float unit. Does this unit lift out, or do you clean it in situ? Rapid response appreciated, as need to put back together B4 close of play! Ta
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Spot on! Float looks gungy, but not sure if would be enough to stop it working. Giving it a clean, and will post back when tested. Ta
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Right. Put back together, but not sure I’m any better off.
Before i forget, I notice that the red rod, which looks as though it could trip the microswitch when lifted, doesnt seem to do this when lifted manually – not quite enough movement. Is this OK?
Anyhow, when I run it, the matrix fills and the float lifts which seems to shut inlet off when switch trips. Thats fine, but then the pump starts, and immediately some water is lost from the outlet hose. So the float drops, inlet switched back on till trips again, then pump starts and again water is lost from outlet. This is why is seem to “cycle” when filling.
Should water be lost in this way? Also, with previous DWs I’ve had, the tray at the bottom fills with a few cms depth of water. There doesnt seem to be much at all in this Bosch – maybe its retained underneath.
Another thing – if I let it run so that its pumping/washing, and then stop it and do a reset, I’d expect it to completely empty – but although the pump seem to work OK only about 2 litres come out of outlet hose. Does’t seem much. Any ideas?Re: Bosch SGS43T62GB/35 Problem
Quick follow on – not trying to bump. Sorted the microswitch position – front end of it sits under the pegs, not with pegs in holes. Rod now actuates switch OK. Dont think solves the main problem though, so the queries in my previous post still stand please.
Have you checked the ribbed hose that goes from the pressure chamber into the tub ( It’s situated at the bottom right hand corner ) Is this clear ? A blockage in the hose will cause the water ‘back-up’ that you’re describing.
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haven’t checked hose, cos I thought water was pumping out OK. But I guess may be part blocked. Not sure how to access stuff under machine. Have had side panels off OK. Do I have to tip it over? Gonna hit the hay now, so another installment tomorrow. BTW, i read on another post someone tried to blow back down the waste to check if clear. This is s trick I’ve used before for wash machines. Tried this and no way Hose. Or Hose B. Sorry, getting punchy. Thanks all.
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All the info was in the link. Remove the door outer panel, the kick panel, then the lower cover plate. The ribbed hose is in the front left hand corner. With the the power off, just pull the hose clear and clean. ANY obstruction will cause the water to back up and trip the flood protection float = drain pump tripped = water pumping out.
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