Why the Bosch dishwasher doesn’t turn on

As with any appliances, a Bosch dishwasher can suddenly fail and not turn on. The reasons for this are very diverse: from inattention to defective parts of the internal nodes.

Simple solutions

Practice shows that most breakdowns - about 40% - are easy to repair. When the device is faulty when it is first turned on after the correct installation, it is likely that this is the result of poor-quality assembly or rejection. In other cases, when the device stops running suddenly, for no apparent reason, the problem can be easily solved.

If the dishwasher does not turn on, it should be inspected for faults. Diagnostics of any electrical device begins with a test. wires: it should not be crushed, melted down, heated.

The next stage is verification. sockets and the availability of electricity. The plug should be free to go out of the socket, if you have to make an effort, it is possible that it has overheated and melted. In such a case, a specialist is required, self-extraction may cause a short circuit or fire. In the absence of electricity, the dishwasher does not light at all, or the lights and the indicator blink briefly.

It is important to know! If it is not possible to invite a specialist, disconnect the power supply of the apartment or house. This will allow you to safely remove the stuck plug and remove plastic residue.

If the outlet is working and there is power, you need to inspect water connection. It happens that the water supply hoses are bent or leaked. Check the valves on the pipes.

Dishwasher diagnostics

After diagnosing all communications, you can proceed to the inspection of the device itself. Bosch Dishwasher automatically blocks start when:

• open the door or malfunction of its lock;
• severe clogging of the filter;
• leaks;
• burnt out condenser;
• unit malfunctions and other breakdowns of the internal mechanism.

The door of the machine should close with a characteristic click, if it is not there, the problem is likely to be found. Next, check filters and, if contaminated, clean them. Leaks, as a rule, are accompanied by a system message on the board, flashing of certain buttons or light bulbs. Here will help the instruction that will decode the error code or icon under the flashing light and tell you what to do next.

Before checking the status capacitor, the dishwasher must be disconnected from all communications. Capacitors (fuses) are installed on the circulating pump - use the instructions, as a rule, it has a diagram and a description of such a common problem. If replacement is necessary, purchase only similar capacitors (fuses). You can find a suitable one in the service centers of household appliances or a specialized service of the Bosch brand.

As mentioned above, read the information in the passport. There may be a list of reasons why the device does not turn on, and how to solve them. There may be such minor reasons as a malfunction of the electronics, an error in typing the program or similar, when it is enough to turn off and turn on the device.

Call master

If the detailed inspection did not reveal any malfunctions, and the machine still does not turn on, it is worth contacting a specialist. Failure of the programmer, power supply or other electronic parts can not be repaired by yourself. Take the appliance to a service center (addresses and phone numbers must be specified in the passport or warranty card) or call the wizard for professional diagnostics.

Self-repair is not always the right solution, especially if there is no proper experience. Even if your home is located in a remote place or in a small village, where there is no specialized service, call the head office or any service from the list by the numbers specified in the passport. Competent telephone consultation can significantly simplify the solution of the problem. It is worth noting that sales staff are not obliged to provide such advice, but the position of a technical specialist is often present in large firms, such as Bosch or Electrolux, they will help you figure out why your dishwasher does not turn on.