Fisher & Paykel

Fisher & Paykel DD60DTX6HI1

Answers and step-by-step fixes from the official Fisher & Paykel manual.

Which indicators are flashing on the display?

• Wash program + lock + one or more modifiers: A fault has happened. The dishwasher beeps continuously and the lock and modifier indicators flash together on one drawer.
• A1: Water supply fault. RINSE plus all modifiers flash. The dishwasher isn't getting water.
• A3: Drawer cannot drain. ECO and RINSE plus all modifiers flash. The filter may be clogged or the drain hose connection blocked.
• A6: Spray arm or water pressure problem. GLASSWARE and ECO plus all modifiers flash. The spray arm may have come loose or water pressure is too low.
• A7: Auto recovery for excess foam. GLASSWARE, ECO and RINSE plus all modifiers flash. The dishwasher detected too much foam and is running an automatic recovery.
• A09: Sanitize cycle didn't reach temperature. The current wash program indicator plus SANITIZE flash. The wash didn't get hot enough to sanitize the dishes.
• A11: Element has overheated. 60MIN, ECO and RINSE plus all modifiers flash. Soil build-up has caused the heating element to overheat.
• Spray arm blocked indicator flashing: Spray arm is blocked. The spray arm indicator flashes if the spray arm is obstructed. The dishwasher can't be used until it's cleared.
• Filter cleaning indicator flashing: Filter needs cleaning. The filter indicator flashes when the filter becomes blocked.

Common problems

Dishes are coming out dirty

1. Is the filter clean and correctly fitted? A dirty or wrongly fitted filter stops dishes getting clean. Clean and refit it.
2. Did you scrape off food scraps before loading? Excess food left on dishware can cause a poor wash. Remove food scraps before loading.
3. Are the spray arm holes blocked? Blocked holes stop water reaching all the dishes. Clean the spray arm.
4. Is your water hard? Hard water can leave spots and film on dishes. Increase the rinse aid setting and the amount of detergent used.

The drawer won't start or won't open

1. Is KEYLOCK turned on? When the control panel is locked the drawer will not open or start. Turn KEYLOCK off.
2. Is the closed drawer auto lock active? Knock once on the door and open the drawer within 30 seconds.
3. Is the power supply connected? Connect the power supply if it isn't plugged in.
4. Did you close the drawer within 7 seconds of pressing start? Open the drawer, press start again, and close the drawer within 7 seconds.

Water is leaking, pooling, or not draining

1. Is the drain hose disconnected from the waste pipe? Reconnect the drain hose to the waste pipe.
2. Is the water inlet hose connected correctly? Make sure the inlet hose is connected securely.
3. Are the drain hoses bent or is a filter blocked? Straighten any bent drain hoses and clean blocked filters.
4. Is it just condensation on the inner rim? This is normal after a wash. Simply wipe it dry.

There is foam or suds in the tub

1. Are you using the correct detergent? Incorrect detergent use can cause foaming. Follow the Detergent section's guidance.
2. Was egg left on the plates? Rinse excess egg off dishes before loading to reduce foaming.
3. Is the rinse aid setting too high? Decrease the rinse aid setting if foaming continues.
4. Is foam still there at the end of the wash? If the drawer is still filled with foam at the end of the wash program, contact Customer Care.

Step-by-step guides

Clean the filter

1. Fold down the soup bowl rack
2. Lift the trap door to access the filter
3. Twist the filter counter-clockwise until the arrow lines up with the unlock mark, then lift to remove
4. Press the release button and lift to separate the filter cap from the filter base
5. Clean under hot soapy water and rinse thoroughly
6. Align the filter cap with the notch on the filter base and click together
7. Place the filter back into the tub and rotate clockwise until it clicks into position

Clean the spray arm

1. Lift the spray arm off the impeller, pulling up from the centre
2. Shake off any loose particles
3. Rinse under running water and wipe with a damp cloth
4. Place the spray arm back onto the impeller

Winterize the dishwasher

1. Turn off the water supply
2. Disconnect the drain hoses from the sink drain pipe and the water inlet pipe from the water valve
3. Drain the water from the hoses, inlet pipe and water valve using a bucket or pan
4. Remove the filter, spray arm, locking nut and filter plate from the bottom of the drawer
5. Use a sponge to remove any remaining water before replacing the parts
6. Reconnect the water inlet pipe to the water valve and hoses to the sink drain pipe