Dishwashers
Help for dishwashers that won’t drain, clean or start: common faults, error codes, filter and spray arm checks, and when to call an engineer.
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Should you turn off taps when washing machine or dishwasher not in use?
Most people leave the taps supplying their washing machine permanently open. The machine appears to manage this without issue most of the time - but the risk is real and the consequences of a…
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Do I have to wait in all day for an engineer?
Waiting in all day for an appliance engineer is one of the most commonly cited frustrations with appliance repair. Understanding why it happens and what options exist can help reduce the inconvenience.
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Repair company want to charge if engineer can’t find fault
Being told you may be charged if the engineer finds nothing wrong is one of the more frustrating aspects of booking a repair under guarantee. Understanding when a charge is justified - and when…
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Appliance Error Codes - Friend or Foe?
Error codes on washing machines, dishwashers, and other white goods are now universal. They can stop a machine from flooding your kitchen. They can also prevent you from knowing what is wrong with your…
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Candy Trio safety notice: Fire risk
There has been a safety notice issued for the candy trio combined dishwasher hob and oven. This warning is about a potential fire risk.
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Can you connect a dishwasher to the hot water supply?
Whether a dishwasher can or should be connected to a hot water supply rather than cold is a question without a clear universal answer. Manufacturer guidance varies, there are both advantages and disadvantages, and…
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Candy Trio: Combined oven, hob and dishwasher
The Candy Trio is an unusual concept in domestic kitchen appliances - a single 600mm-wide unit that combines a hob on top, a small fan-assisted oven in the middle, and a 6-place-setting dishwasher below.…
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Which is the best dishwasher detergent?
Dishwasher detergent is available as tablets, capsules, powder, and gel. The format matters less than using a quality product at the correct dosage for the water hardness in the area.
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Installing a washing machine or dishwasher in basement
Installing a washing machine or dishwasher in a basement or cellar is entirely achievable, but requires additional drainage infrastructure. The appliance's own pump is not up to the task of lifting waste water to…
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John Lewis JLDWW1201 dishwasher safety notice
This is a John Lewis JLDWW1201 dishwasher safety notice issued by the manufacturer.
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