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Kaiser is a well-known brand from Germany, which launches reliable and running household appliances on the market. Dishwashers are no exception: they are among the most durable and combine ergonomic lines with a well-thought-out design.
Malfunctions of the Kaiser dishwasher are a rare case, but quite possible. If your dishwasher is broken, it needs urgent and professional repair. Next, you will learn about typical breakdowns, their causes and how to solve problems.
Causes of breakdowns of the Kaiser dishwasher
Traditional breakdowns for dishwashers of this brand are failures associated with connection or violation of operating rules. Out of a thousand cases, only a dozen cars break down due to factory defects, in a hundred situations power failures are to blame, and the causes of other breakdowns depend on improper operation.
Important! Above are the statistics of service centers collected based on the results of users’ requests in the first year of using dishwashers. In the period from 2014 to 2015, there were less than 1400 calls (in the Russian Federation and EU countries) when the cars really needed to be repaired.
If the machine breaks down and writes Error, this may be due to the following reasons:
- blockage in the water drain system;
- blockage in the filling path;
- problems with electronics;
- electrical failures.
On a note! The last two reasons are usually accompanied by power failures.
Having figured out why the Kaiser dishwasher does not work, you can start repairing.
How to repair a dishwasher
Some owners of Kaiser dishwashers are sure that if the equipment is expensive and of high quality, it will withstand any load and careless handling. Such conclusions end in breakdowns that immediately require repair.
Clogged drain system
Even with regular cleaning of the filters and flushing of the drain hose, the problem of blockages can remain relevant. At the same time, not all Kaiser PMM owners admit that they remember cleaning only when problems arise.
Experts say that cars need to be constantly cleaned, otherwise failures occur that disable the pump or heating element.
Important! If there is a blockage in the drain, it is strictly forbidden to continue to use the equipment. You need to terminate the program and completely clean the system with your own hands (detailed cleaning instructions are attached to the user manual for your PMM model). When cleaning, specialized products can also be used that are poured into the machine and clean the parts at idle.
Not every locality in our vast country can boast of perfectly clean water in the tap. It’s not about hardness, but about some impurities that are harmful both to humans and to technology. If you care about health and technology, it is worth protecting the dishwasher from the harmful effects of low-quality water so that the machine does not need premature repairs.
What to do in case of bad water
To avoid repairs, install at least one additional flow filter on the water intake hose. Remember that it will need regular cleaning.
If you neglect the recommendations of mechanics and save on a filter for running water, the load will fall on a standard filter installed on the dishwasher body in front of the intake valve. This barrier has such a fine mesh that, if not cleaned frequently, it will completely clog and cause a major blockage. The machine will stop because it will not be able to draw water.
What to do if the filter is clogged
Proceed in this order:
- Remove the inlet hose from the machine body.
- Unscrew the regular flow filter.
- Clean the filter mesh.
- Remove the hose from the water pipe by disconnecting it at the attachment point to the tee tap.
- Clean and flush the hose.
- Gather all the details in place.
- Run a test wash.
Important! Don’t wait until a blockage occurs. If the machine starts to pour water too slowly (you will notice an increase in the time of standard programs), start an unscheduled cleaning.
Why blockages are dangerous
If there is too little water in the dishwasher tank, this creates a huge load on the heating element, because of which it can quickly break down. If you “score” on the filter, you will have to change the heater, so it’s better not to neglect this elementary rule – clean the filters every 1-2 months.
Electronics problems
In this case, it is not the electronic component of the device that is to blame, but the electrical communications of your home. Our standard voltage deviations from the permissible norm are fatal for the “gentle” German typewriter. Due to power surges or drops, electronic boards, wiring or contacts burn out.
If you managed to notice that the failure of the PMM is associated with a power surge – after it the equipment refuses to turn on – call the master. Professional diagnostics and competent repairs are needed – it is better not to try to fix burnt components yourself.
To protect the Kaiser dishwasher from repeated breakdowns, use stabilizers when connected. Of course, the stabilizer is not the cheapest household appliance, but this little “box” can save all the appliances in your home: dishwasher, washing machine, TV or refrigerator. This is one of the most profitable devices, so do not hesitate to purchase it.
It will not hurt, in addition to the stabilizer, to install a special socket with moisture protection, equipped with a copper 1-2 mm wire. Connect the line using a machine to further protect yourself and loved ones.
To summarize: if your Kaiser dishwasher failed in the first three years of its “life”, the manufacturer is least likely to blame. This is a reliable technique that rarely breaks down, and breakdowns are possible only due to the fault of independent factors and violation of the manufacturer’s instructions.
Take good care of your dishwashing machine and it is unlikely to need repairs.