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Re: Tricity Bendix AW1200W – cleared blockage; now leaks

It was the drain hose. I reattached it, poured some water into the drum, and ran it through a drain cycle. No signs of leaking now.

Thanks very much, Bryan, for your help!

Brenda

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Re: Tricity Bendix AW1200W – cleared blockage; now leaks

Hi Bryan,

Thanks for the fast response! I’ll have a go first thing tomorrow and see if I can spot the problem.

Thanks again!

Brenda

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Re: IDL40 Flashing1 and 3

Yes, I can confirm the dreaded “C” after the model number. The full number is IDL40 UK.C. and if that weren’t enough, it even says Made in China on the sticker inside the door.

In just a few short hours I’ve spent reading these forums I’ve gleaned enough to know that this machine probably isn’t worth what it would cost to get a Trained Professional out to fix it. But I’ve got a friend coming over tomorrow who’s good with electrics, and willing to help. Where’s the pump, and how do I test to see if it’s failing? Pump cost is, I know dependent on the model number, but I’d appreciate a ballpark, if you have one. I’m not sure which of these is the model number, but here are the numbers on that sticker inside the door.

64375210000 S/N 902108071
LS08-EV03C

Finally, is there a thread here called “What dishwasher should I buy?” Something tells me I’m going to need it. 😉

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Re: IDL40 Flashing1 and 3

Thanks for the quick reply!

Seriously, I didn’t hold a lot of hope for the bicarb, but thought I might as well give it a try. Dishwasher cleaner isn’t likely to work, as the machine empties too quickly. It won’t run a full cycle.

Is the flow meter really the very next thing you’d try? Rats. I was so hoping for an easy fix.

Okay then. I’m guessing we get to the flow metre through the bottom of the unit. Other than the bottom pan, is there anything I need to remove in order to get to the flow metre? What does it look like? And what do I do with it when I find it?

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Re: IDL40 Flashing 1 and 3

I have what sounds like a similar problem, flashing lights 1 and 3 on the same Indesit model. My machine is 18 months old, and has recently been moved. It worked fine for about a week after the move, and stopped working yesterday. It fills, makes another noise for about 20 seconds and just about the time I hear it emptying, lights 1 and 3 flash.

I’ve removed the filter assemblage. There was a tiny piece of fluff caught in one of the filters, but nothing else. I took it apart and cleaned it anyway. Then I made up a solution of 1 tsp bicarb in a cup of cold water, and poured it into the reservoir below the filter. Then added a tablespoon or so of vinegar. Watched it bubble for five minutes, then tried the cycle again with the same result – It filled, then emptied, and flashed 1 and 3.

So it’s an older machine and I know from the hour or so spent searching for answers here, this model is prone to problems. Still, if I can coax a bit of life from it, I’m game. Can anyone suggest a next step or steps? (Other than landfill, I mean.)

Thanks in advance.

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