ASKO D1716 - blue tinge to stainless

Depending on the age of the unit I'd say it's the heater element. Normally it happens after 4-6 years depending on usage. If your handy then to be 100% sure unplug the power to the heater (plastic clip on the side of a sausage looking tube) and turn the dishwasher back on and see if it trips the circuit then.
* Please note to unplug the unit from the wall before atempting to carry out any work on the machine. Easiest way on a Asko is to go from the back.. 4 screws from memory and you take the cover off.*

This is located in the bottom base of the machine. An isopor float, under a microswitch.

Most likely it's a corroded door catch or a bad solenoid. Hopefully it's not the main control board. You'll need a repair manual or technician. A work around would be to use detergent tablets in the compartment

Ensure there are no kinks in the water feed when you push it back into position and also ensure water is turned on.

Below is a link to get a PDF of your washer. Cannot say if the solution is easy to resolve, but with the manual you have numbers and sources to get more assistance. Hope this helps,
Sea Breeze

http://www.retrevo.com/s/Asko-D1716-Dishwashers-review-manual/id/21338ci577/t/1-2/

Click below and download manual. Hope this helps you....
Sea Breeze

http://www.retrevo.com/s/Asko-D1716-Dishwashers-review-manual/id/21338ci577/t/1-2/

Ensure the water is turned on and the door is fully closed, make sure delay start is not set.....

if DW still won't start, I would begin by checking the door switch.

This link will download the owners manual for your unit. Click here
to download the manual.

Hope this helps.

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You can find parts, solutions and manuals at link below. Hope this helps, Sea Breeze

Click below

http://www.retrevo.com/s/Asko-D1716-Dishwashers-review-manual/id/21338ci577/t/1-2/

The sound is the drain Pump I believe ,it turns on to make sure the unit is clear of problem so it can re cycle and start again.

I also have an Asko D1716 dishwasher. The water stopped flowing. I replaced the water inlet valve and I have another problem, but the replacement of the fill valve is now letting in water. You can call Asko at 1-800-898-1879 to order the parts. If you order from Asko, I'm told you have some warranty on the parts. Anyway, the screws take a star drive and there is a front plate and back plate you will need to remove. There are approx. 4 screws on the front and 4 screws on the back. Just remember to unplug it before starting any work. The fill valve is in front of the machine. There are 2 screws holding it in place from the front. You will need to remove it out the back though to replace it since the fill tube to the tub is short and it wont allow you to pull it out the front. The repair is really easy once you get started.

Hope this helps,

Sargeantfod