Water filling does not stop

The water level in the dishwasher (ancient Indesit 310) does not activate the pressure switch. Pressure switch is ok and no leaks on any hoses. The water level in the hose leading on to the pressure switch remains constant, although the level in the dishwasher keeps on rising (this hose is still intact). Any solutions?

Corrie du Plessis Jun 24, 2006

Problem was solved through the lifting of the front of the washer by about 0.5 of an inch; level control switch seems to work fine under that condition.
Anonymous Mar 27, 2014

All the hoses are connected and also connected to electric but when you turn it on, it doesn't fill with water at all.

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Water supply to the dishwasher is done through an electromagnet valve,loocated at the water pipe's enterance to the machine. A defect in the valve may mean that it's no longer able to shut off completely when the electricity has been turned off to it, and the valve may leak and drip water into the tub.You can easyly open the valve and clean it (from scale or other dirt). Be aware you should disconnect the power cable from the machine before doing it !!!!! and as well to close water main tap to the machine. In case cleaning doesn't help, you should replace the valve. Good luck !!

Posted on Jun 24, 2006

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