Forte F24DWS450PR - Troubleshooting Tips; Understanding Error Codes; Common Problem Diagnosis

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Error codes
When some malfunctions happen, the appliance will display error codes to warn you.
Codes
Meanings
Possible Causes
Water drainage malfunction
E1
E2
E3
E4
E5
E6
E7
Door open
Water inlet
Water drainage
Temperature sensor
Overflow/leakage
Water leakage
Heating element
The door is opened when the
dishwasher is operating
Water inlet malfunction
Temperature sensor malfunction
Overflow occurs/Water leakage occurs
Water leakage occurs
Abnormal heating
WARNING!
If overflow occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling a service. If there is water
in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak, the water should be removed before
restarting the dishwasher.
Before Calling for Service
Reviewing the charts on the following pages may make you be free of calling for service.
Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid
suds. If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds
evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close
and latch the dishwasher, then start the "pre-rinse" wash
cycle to drain out the water... Repeat if necessary.
Problem
Dishwasher
doesn't run
Drain pump
doesn't stop
Noise
Suds in
the tub
Possible Causes
What To Do
Spilled rinse agent
Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Fuse blown, or the
circuit breaker acted
Power supply is
not turned on
Water pressure
is low
Overflow
The system is designed to detect an overflow. When it
does, it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the
drain pump.
Some audible
sounds are normal
Utensils are not
secure in the
baskets or
something small
has dropped into
the basket
Motor hums
Improper detergent
Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not
use it often, remember to set it to fill and pump out
every week, which will help keep the seal moist.
To ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher.
Sound from detergent cup opening.
Check that the water supply is connected properly and
the water is turned on.
Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
closed securely. Make sure the power cord is properly
plugged into the wall socket.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher.
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Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid
suds. If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds
evaporate. Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close
and latch the dishwasher, then start the "pre-rinse" wash
cycle to drain out the water... Repeat if necessary.
Suds in
the tub
Spilled rinse agent
Always wipe up rinse agent spills immediately.
Improper detergent