Fault Codes - Hotpoint Ariston Aqualtis AQCF851BUEU Service Information

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FAULT CODES

In the event of a fault being detected by the
electronics, a code will appear in the LCD
display.
These codes are listed in the following table.
Please Note:
• Components with a low resistance to
Earth may cause erroneous faults or
loss of the display.
• Always check relevant wiring and
connector blocks security before considering replacing the modules.
• On ALL automatic programmes; there is no heat during the first 3 minutes.
The first 10 minutes of all automatic cycles is used to calculate the drying time.
• ONE-SHOT STAT OPERATION
The one-shot thermostat is wired into the Neutral supply of the module.
If the One-Shot Thermostat operates and opens the machine will be 'dead' and the display will
be blank. A fault code will NOT be displayed.
FAULT Cause
F01 The motor is running when
it should be off.
F02 Open circuit between
module & motor Common.
F03 Front thermistor open or
short circuit.
F04 Pump working when should
be off.
F05 Pump is not working when
it should be on.
F06 Not used.
Service Manual UK
Example of a Fault Code
All 4 options button lights and the Start/Pause
light will flash when a Fault Code is displayed.
Control Action
• Check if module connector J3 has shorted due to moisture.
• Replace module.
• Check security of module connector J3;
• Test motor Common (TOC);
• Check wiring between J3 and motor.
• Check security of module connector J12;
• Test from connector pins (approximately 500 Kohms);
• If open or short circuit, test thermistor and wiring between
thermistor and J12 to locate fault.
• Check security of module connector J5;
• Check connector for signs of shorting due to moisture;
• Replace module (F04 would normally be caused by a
faulty module).
• Check security of module connector J5;
• Check connector for signs of shorting due to moisture;
• Replace module (F05 would normally be caused by a
faulty module).
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