Electrolux Dishwasher i10 Code: Causes & Fix

What is the Electrolux Dishwasher i10 error?#

i10 on an Electrolux dishwasher means it is not getting water — the tub did not fill, so the cycle stalls almost as soon as it starts. It is a low-stress code that is usually the plumbing rather than the dishwasher: the first thing to check is the hot-water supply valve under the sink, which gets bumped shut surprisingly often during cabinet storage. Confirm that valve is fully open before you suspect anything inside the machine.

i10 on a Electrolux Dishwasher: likely causes and repair cost#

On a Electrolux Dishwasher, the i10 code signals: water supply error.

Typical professional repair: $80–$200 · Difficulty: easy · often owner-fixable

Symptoms that often accompany i10: Dishwasher does not fill; Cycle starts then stops immediately; Low water level in tub

Technician diagnostic sequence for i10:

1. Verify hot water supply valve under sink is fully open
2. Inspect inlet hose for kinks or damage
3. Clean inlet valve screen filter (remove hose, check mesh)
4. Test water pressure — Electrolux dishwashers need 20-120 PSI

Parts a technician may check or replace: — Water inlet valve; — Inlet hose assembly

Field note: Run hot water at the kitchen sink before starting a cycle to prime the line; if i10 persists, the inlet valve solenoid is likely stuck

How to troubleshoot the i10 error yourself#

i10 is one of the friendlier dishwasher faults for an owner to chase, so start under the sink. Confirm the hot-water shutoff valve feeding the dishwasher is turned fully open — a half-turned valve starves the fill. Trace the braided inlet hose from that valve to the machine and straighten any kink or tight bend behind the cabinet. Then, with the water off, disconnect the inlet hose at the dishwasher end and check the little mesh screen in the inlet for grit or scale; rinse it clean and reconnect. A useful habit before a cycle is to run the kitchen tap hot for a few seconds so the line is primed with hot water rather than the cold slug that has been sitting in the pipe. Where you stop: if the supply valve is open, the hose is clear, and the screen is clean but i10 keeps coming back, the inlet valve solenoid inside the door is likely stuck, and swapping that is a technician's job.

Is the Electrolux Dishwasher i10 error worth fixing?#

i10 is firmly in the worth-fixing column and often costs nothing. A professional repair runs $80 to $200, but a large share of i10 calls are solved for free by opening a supply valve or unkinking a hose. The paid range only applies if the inlet valve has to be replaced, and even the $200 top end is a small fraction of a new dishwasher. Because a fill problem says nothing about the pump, the motor, or the tub, there is no sensible argument for replacing the machine over i10 — check the supply first, and only pay for a valve if the plumbing checks out clean.

Electrolux Dishwasher i10: frequently asked questions#

What does i10 mean on an Electrolux dishwasher?#

It is a water-supply error — the dishwasher did not fill. The usual causes are a supply valve that is turned off, a kinked inlet hose, or a clogged inlet valve screen.

Is it safe to keep using a dishwasher with i10?#

There is no hazard; the machine simply will not run a cycle until it can fill. You can work through the supply checks whenever it suits you.

Can I clear i10 myself?#

Frequently. Opening the shutoff valve, straightening the hose, and cleaning the inlet screen resolve most i10 cases. If the code persists after that, the inlet valve solenoid likely needs a technician.

How much does it cost to repair i10?#

Nothing if a valve or hose is the issue, or $80 to $200 if the water inlet valve itself must be replaced. The supply checks are free and worth doing first.

Which parts fail when a dishwasher shows i10?#

When it is a part rather than the plumbing, it is normally the water inlet valve, occasionally the inlet hose assembly. Often no part is at fault at all.

Is an Electrolux dishwasher with i10 worth repairing?#

Yes — it is cheap or free to resolve and points to a supply issue, not a failing machine.

Why does the water being turned off trigger i10?#

The dishwasher expects the tub to reach a fill level within a set time. With the supply valve closed or throttled, water never arrives, the timer expires, and the board raises i10.