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Dishwasher Error Codes India
15 fault codes across 6 brands — step-by-step fixes with safety warnings and tool links.
15
Error codes
6
Brands covered
25 min
Avg. fix time
80%
Beginner-friendly
About dishwasher errors in India
Dishwashers are still relatively uncommon in Indian households, but Bosch, Siemens, and IFB dominate the market. Their error codes follow E-series and F-series patterns for drainage, water inlet, heating, and door lock faults. Indian water hardness is the biggest enemy of dishwashers — scale buildup clogs spray arms and reduces cleaning efficiency within months. Using dishwasher salt and rinse aid (not just detergent) is mandatory in Indian hard-water zones. Most dishwasher errors are beginner-to-intermediate fixes.
Common dishwasher fault patterns
not draining / drainage fault
water not filling / inlet fault
water leaking
not heating
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All dishwasher error codes
Bosch — Bosch dishwasher error E09 indicates the water heating element or its circuit has failed.
35 min · intermediate
Bosch — Bosch dishwasher error E15 means the AquaStop anti-flood system has detected water accumulating in the base tray beneath the dishwasher.
30 min · beginner
Bosch — Bosch dishwasher error E22 means the filter system is clogged with food particles, grease, or mineral deposits.
10 min · beginner
Bosch — Bosch dishwasher error E24 indicates a drainage fault — water cannot pump out of the machine.
20 min · beginner
IFB — IFB dishwasher error E1 indicates a water inlet fault.
15 min · beginner
IFB — IFB dishwasher error E3 indicates the water heating system has failed to reach the target temperature within the expected time.
30 min · intermediate
IFB — IFB dishwasher error E4 indicates an overflow condition — the machine has detected that the water level inside the tub has risen beyond the safe maximum.
25 min · intermediate
LG — LG dishwasher error AE indicates the leak detection sensor has found water in the base pan beneath the wash tub.
40 min · beginner
LG — LG dishwasher error OE means the machine cannot drain water within the expected time.
25 min · beginner
Samsung — Samsung dishwasher error 4E indicates the machine is not receiving water within the expected fill time.
20 min · beginner
Samsung — Samsung dishwasher error 5E (sometimes displayed as SE) means the machine detected a drainage failure.
25 min · beginner
Siemens — Siemens dishwasher error E15 means the AquaStop anti-flood protection has detected water in the base tray.
30 min · beginner
Siemens — Siemens dishwasher error E25 indicates the drain pump is blocked or the pump cover is not seated correctly.
20 min · beginner
Whirlpool — Whirlpool dishwasher error F2 indicates the anti-flood sensor has detected water in the base pan.
35 min · beginner
Whirlpool — Whirlpool dishwasher error F6 indicates the machine did not detect water filling within the expected time.
20 min · beginner
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common dishwasher error codes in India?
The most frequently searched dishwasher error codes in India include Bosch E09, Bosch E15, Bosch E22, Bosch E24, IFB E1. Most of these are beginner-friendly fixes that take 25 minutes on average.
Which dishwasher brands have the most error codes?
Among dishwasher brands sold in India, Bosch (4 codes), IFB (3 codes), LG (2 codes) have the most documented fault codes. More error codes doesn't mean less reliable — it often means better diagnostic reporting.
Can I fix dishwasher errors myself without a technician?
80% of dishwasher error codes we cover are beginner-level fixes requiring no special tools. The remaining codes need basic tools (multimeter, screwdriver set) and intermediate mechanical comfort. Every guide includes a "when to call a technician" section so you know exactly where the DIY boundary is.