Fault, what to do? en45Appliance cannot beswitched on or operated.Malfunction. Disconnect appliance from the powersupply; pull out the mains plug or switchoff the fuse. Wait at least 5 seconds, thenconnect the appliance to the powersupply.Appliance does not start. The mains fuse has tripped. Check mains fuse.Power cord not inserted. Ensure that the power cord is plugged allthe way into the back of the appliance andinto the socket. Check that the socketfunctions.The appliance door has not beenshut properly.Close the door.Programme startsautomatically.You did not wait until programmeended.Perform reset.The door is difficult toopen.Child lock is activated. Deactivate the child lock.Door cannot be closed. Door lock has been activated. Close door with increased force.Door cannot be closed due toinstallation.Check appliance installation: Dooror attached parts must close withoutobstruction.Cover on the detergentdispenser cannot beclosed.Detergent dispenser or coverguide blocked by sticky detergentresidue.Remove detergent residue.Detergent residue in thedetergent dispenser 9:or in the tablet collectingtray 1B.Spray arms blocked by utensils,therefore detergent is not rinsedout.Ensure that the spray arms can rotatefreely.The detergent dispenser wasdamp when filled.Pour detergent into the dry detergentdispenser only.Appliance stops in theprogramme or programmeis interrupted.Door not closed properly. Close the door.Do not place utensils or fragrancedispenser in the tablet collectingtray.Top basket presses against thedoor and prevents door frombeing closed securely.Check whether rear panel is beingpressed in, e.g. by socket or by hoseholder which has not been removed.Power and/or water supplyinterrupted.Restore power and/or water supply.Filling valves makingstriking noises.Depends on domestic installation,as appliance is not defective. Noeffect on appliance function.No remedial action possible.Fault Cause Remedial action