What does the error code shown on the display of my dishwasher mean?

Error code i10/10/11 or the letter H appears in the display
If the water tap is open or the inlet hose is not bent or twisted, the display on your dishwasher may show error code i10/10/11 or the letter H.

Start by checking that the water tap is open and that the inlet hose is not bent or twisted. If the kitchen is equipped with an electric dishwasher shut-off unit, ensure it is functioning correctly. If the error code persists, please contact IKEA Customer Service.

Error code i20/20/H6 appears in the display
If your dishwasher displays error code i20, 20 or H6, it means that the dishwasher cannot drain the water. 

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below:

1. Check that the water trap and the dishwasher filter are not clogged. This is because dirt and lime deposits can accumulate there and cause the water not to be able to pass through.

2. Also check that the drain hose is not bent or twisted.

If the error code persists after troubleshooting, you need to contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your receipt close at hand and also the type plate on your dishwasher.
 

Error code i30/30/F1 or F01 appears in the display
If your dishwasher displays error code i30, 30, F1 or F01, it means that the dishwasher's flood protection is activated.

To troubleshoot the dishwasher and resolve the error code, an authorized service technician may be required. Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher as soon as possible and contact IKEA Customer Service.

For faster handling, you can prepare by having your receipt and the information from the type plate on your dishwasher close at hand.
 

Error code i40/40 or i44/44 appears in the display
If your dishwasher displays error code i40 or 40, it means that the dishwasher filter is clogged with dirt.

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below:

1. Clean the dishwasher filter.
2. Try starting the program again; you may need to interrupt the program by unplugging the power cord for at least 60 seconds.

If the error code persists after troubleshooting, please contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your purchase receipt close at hand and also the type plate on your dishwasher.
 

Error code i50/50/i5E/5E appears in the display
If a technical problem has occurred or a foreign object is stuck in the dishwasher's drain pump, the display on your dishwasher may show error code i50/50/i5E 5E or SE.

To resolve the error code, it may be necessary for an authorized service technician to inspect the dishwasher. Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher and contact IKEA Customer Service for further assistance.
 

Error code E01 appears in the display
When your dishwasher displays error code E01, it means that there is excess water on the bottom plate, for example, due to a blockage in the drain or a misplaced water hose. Try tipping the dishwasher backward if possible to remove the excess water.

If the error code persists, please contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your receipt and the information from the type plate on the dishwasher close at hand.
 

Error code E02/E2 appears in the display
If your dishwasher displays error code E02 or E2, it means that the dishwasher cannot take in water.

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below:

1. Check that the water tap is open or that the inlet hose is not bent or twisted.
2. If the kitchen is equipped with an electric dishwasher shut-off, you need to check that it is functioning according to specifications.

If the error code persists after troubleshooting, you need to contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your purchase receipt and the information from the type plate on your dishwasher close at hand.
 

Error code F3/F03 appears in the display

If your dishwasher displays error code F03 or F3, it means that the dishwasher cannot drain the water. 

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below:

1. Check that the water trap and the dishwasher filter are not clogged.
   This is because dirt and lime deposits can accumulate there and cause the water not to be able to pass through.
2. Also check that the drain hose is not bent or twisted.

If the error persists after troubleshooting, you need to contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your purchase receipt close at hand and also the type plate on your dishwasher.
 

Error code or the text "NO WATER" appears in the display
If your dishwasher displays the error code "NO WATER" it means something is preventing it from taking in water. 

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below: 

1. Make sure the tap for water is open.
2. Cehck that the inlet hose is not bent or twisted.
3. If your kitchen has an electric dishwasher shut-off, verify that it is functioning correctly according to the specifications.

If the error code persists, please contact IKEA Customer Service.
 

Error code E:12 or E12 appears in the display
When your dishwasher displays error code E12 or E:12, it means that a heating element has become covered with limescale. To resolve the issue, you need to descale the dishwasher according to the instructions for descaling your dishwasher.

If the error code persists, you need to contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your receipt and the information from the type plate on your dishwasher close at hand.

Error code E:15, E15 or E21 appears in the display
If your dishwasher displays error E:15, E15 or E21, it means that the dishwasher's flood protection is activated. 

It may require action by an authorized service technician. Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher and contact IKEA Customer Service.

For faster handling, you can prepare by having your receipt and the information from the type plate on your dishwasher close at hand.

The program Done indicator flashes once intermittently
If the "Program Complete" indicator blinks once periodically, it means there is a problem with the water supply. 

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below:

1. Check that the water tap is open.
2. Check that the inlet hose is not bent or twisted.

If the error code persists, you need to contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your purchase receipt and the information from the type plate on the dishwasher close at hand.
 

The program Done indicator flashes twice intermittently
If the "Program Complete" indicator blinks twice periodically on your dishwasher, it means that the dishwasher is not draining water. 

Troubleshoot your dishwasher using the steps below:

1. Check that the water trap is not clogged.
2. Check that the internal filter system is not clogged.
3. Check that the drain hose is not bent or twisted.

If the error code persists, you need to contact IKEA Customer Service. For faster handling, you can prepare by having your purchase receipt and the information from the type plate on the dishwasher close at hand.