Error Code: I40, E40 Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Clogged filter or sump. Food soil has built up in the filter system.
How to Fix I40, E40 Error (Step-by-Step)
- Turn off the dishwasher and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Remove the lower dish rack to access the filter system at the bottom of the tub.
- Twist the cylindrical filter counter-clockwise and lift it out and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Separate the fine filter from the coarse filter and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Wash both filters under warm running water, using a soft brush to remove any food particles.
- Clean the sump area where the filter sits and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Reassemble the filter system and place it back in the dishwasher, twisting clockwise to lock it in place.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Electrolux error codes: Electrolux Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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