Hotpoint BFI620 Won’t programme or start.

[bantam]

I have a BFI620. The left LED is flashing as normal, but when I press the “P” button nothing happens. I have tried mains disconnect and I have pulled the unit out and tipped as an earlier response mention flood protection, but I don’t think the LED is flashing fast enough.The dishwasher is still pulled out at the moment so a quick response would be appreciated. I am an ex sparky so tackling a fault does not daunt me, but I could really do with some advice.

Cheers

Andy.

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint BFI620 Won’t programme or start.

Have you tried pressing and holding the P button, sad to say the Indesit made dishwashers do have rather suspect electronics though.

Repairing most modern Indesit machines daunt many of those who have been in the trade for years. 😥

1st led flashing is supposed to signify water in the base.

Jim.

[bantam]

Re: Hotpoint BFI620 Won’t programme or start.

Yes tried that. When the machine is first switched on it beeps then the LED starts flashing which all seem ok, then — nothing.

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint BFI620 Won’t programme or start.

Once you have isolated from mains you could try tipping it over fully onto its left hand side, looking from the front, place a few good sized towels underneath it first. You should be able to remove the base and at least do a visual inspection, check for signs of water on the base, sticking float switch or float microswitch.

Jim.

[bantam]

Re: Hotpoint BFI620 Won’t programme or start.

Thanks Jim,

In the end I opened up the door and looked at the controller inside. The unit had moved slightly so the rocking programme switch was not making contact with the button on the pcb. I have repositioned it and now you get that positive clicking sound when the P button is pressed. All is OK.

Cheers

Andy.

[iadom]

Re: Hotpoint BFI620 Won’t programme or start.

They do need treating with kid gloves, very easy to break the fixings on the control buttons.

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