Hotpoint Aquarius FDL570 Dishwasher – PCB

[Eno101]

Hi,

We have a 3 year old Hotpoint Aquarius FDL570 Dishwasher. It was working fine however wasn’t used for about 2 months over the Summer and now it’s not turning on as if there’s no power – no lights on the front panel, not showing any signs of life.

I’ve checked the power socket and fuse in the plug, both are fine. I opened it up to try to locate the internal fuse (which I haven’t succeeded in doing yet) and noticed the the PCB located on the bottom at the front has a dried up gunge on it (see attached pic).

I’m not sure if this is some sort of grease that was put on the PCB intentionally when manufactured or it’s something that has somehow got into the unit?

Any guidance greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[aqualectric]

Re: Hotpoint Aquarius FDL570 Dishwasher – PCB

Looks like the remnants of a slug that has got into the module box. Firstly make sure the machine is unplugged. Pick off what you can and clean off with a dry toothbrush. Try it again; but most probably the board is fried.

These modules are only available through Hotpoint service – they have to be software programmed. Your machine will qualify for the free five year PARTS warranty, (yes, parts only) and about £125+ to get Hotpoint to do it; so not a cheap fix, but unfortunately the only way it can be done.

HTH.

[Eno101]

Re: Hotpoint Aquarius FDL570 Dishwasher – PCB

aqualectric wrote:Looks like the remnants of a slug that has got into the module box. Firstly make sure the machine is unplugged. Pick off what you can and clean off with a dry toothbrush. Try it again; but most probably the board is fried.

These modules are only available through Hotpoint service – they have to be software programmed. Your machine will qualify for the free five year PARTS warranty, (yes, parts only) and about £125+ to get Hotpoint to do it; so not a cheap fix, but unfortunately the only way it can be done.

HTH.

Thanks very much for the info, I was afraid that’s what it was!

I’ll try cleaning it as you suggested. Failing that, when you say I can only get the part through Hotpoint service, do you mean that the board is programmed once inserted into the machine or can I buy the part and fit it myself? I’m not sure I have the receipts anymore to prove the date of purchase and didn’t register at the time.

[aqualectric]

Re: Hotpoint Aquarius FDL570 Dishwasher – PCB

The serial number is proof enough of the age. Didn’t register or didn’t get a reply letter? The difference is huge. 😉
You can get the part but it will not be configured – like having a new computer without an operating system installed. It’s the way that the manufacturers ring-fence their service work and remove choice from the customer.
The only way you can do it is Hotpoint Service. Sorry!

HTH.

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