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OEM VERIFIED BENCH
OFFICIAL FAULT CODEi5C
Faure
Faure // OFFICIAL DIAGNOSTIC BENCH

Faure i5C

DishwasherHeating Element, Thermostat & Safety Fuse
Premium built-in dishwasher with open illuminated stainless steel interior and precision spray arms
Dishwasher
Other Brands Sharing Code i5C:ElectroluxI5CAEGI5CZanussiI5CArthur MartinI5CCastorI5CFrigidaireI5CKelvinatorI5CWestinghouseI5CZoppasI5C

Symptom / Description

FAULT

Faure FDF Series / Clean&Dry / MaxiWash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter DC bus undervoltage alarm i5C; rectified bus voltage drops below 175V DC under load.

TELEMETRY // LIVESIG: FAULT_DETECTED

Root Cause

ROOT CAUSE

On Faure (Faure FDF Series / Clean&Dry / MaxiWash Dishwasher) models: Sag in mains AC voltage during heater activation, high contact resistance on power cord plug, or failing input bridge rectifier.

CIRCUIT // SUBSYSTEMLOGIC: ROOT_ISOLATED

Repair Instructions

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1Measure wall outlet voltage under load while dishwasher heater and motor run simultaneously. Inspect power plug blades for burns. Press and hold Départ/Pause and Annulation buttons for 6 seconds until all status indicators flash synchronously and clear fault memory.
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AI WORKSHOP PROTOCOL ENGINE
Direct extraction from OEM factory manuals & wiring schematics

Field Actions

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Electrical & Safety Protocol

Always disconnect appliance from 230V/400V mains before opening panels. Use CAT III multimeter for circuit testing.

CALIBRATED BENCH PROTOCOL // CAT III 600V

Workshop Verification & Safety Checklist

WORKSHOP VERIFICATION PROTOCOLHeating Element, Thermostat & Safety FuseDishwasher
2. Multimeter & Electrical Bench Tests (Ω)
MODE: OHMMETER (Ω)AUTO-RANGE
Precision digital multimeter probes measuring electrical resistance in Ohms on an appliance control board
CALIBRATED METROLOGY RESISTANCE BENCH (CAT III)
Nominal Resistance (Ω)
25Ω–28Ω (230V / 2000W) / <0.5Ω (Safety Klixon closed)NOMINAL
0 Ω (SHORT)CALIBRATED BAND∞ OL (OPEN)
▲ NOMINAL OPERATING WINDOW
Target Component:Immersion / Air Heating Element & Klixon Thermostat
Test Pins & Connections
PROBE (+)
PROBE (-)
Between element terminals (unwired). Insulation to earth casing: >20MΩ (OL)
Tolerance & Diagnostic CriteriaFormula R = V²/P (±5%). Any earth leakage reading below 2MΩ will trip the domestic 30mA RCD breaker.
1. Pre-Intervention Electrical Safety Protocols
  • !Electrical Safety Protocol: Cut electrical mains power. Never measure resistance on energized heating circuits.
  • !Ensure tub water or heating cavity is completely drained and cool to the touch before dismantling.
  • !Verify absolute zero voltage using an approved 2-pole voltage detector before touching element terminals.
3. Preliminary Mechanical & Visual Checks
  • Inspect heating element tube for calcification buildup, bulging, pinholes, or blistering.
  • Check wiring spade terminals for heat discoloration, burnt insulation, or loose crimps.
  • On thermal Klixon switches: check for manual red reset buttons and verify spring-loaded snap action.
Perform these diagnostic steps before triggering AI Deep Search or replacing boards.Certified Workshop Routine

Frequently Asked Questions: Faure I5C

FAQ TREE
What does error code I5C mean on a Faure appliance?

Faure error code I5C indicates: Faure FDF Series / Clean&Dry / MaxiWash Dishwasher: Circulation pump inverter DC bus undervoltage alarm i5C; rectified bus voltage drops below 175V DC under load..

What is the root cause of Faure error code I5C?

The primary root cause for Faure code I5C is: On Faure (Faure FDF Series / Clean&Dry / MaxiWash Dishwasher) models: Sag in mains AC voltage during heater activation, high contact resistance on power cord plug, or failing input bridge rectifier..

How do I fix or resolve Faure error code I5C?

To resolve error code I5C: Measure wall outlet voltage under load while dishwasher heater and motor run simultaneously. Inspect power plug blades for burns. Press and hold Départ/Pause and Annulation buttons for 6 seconds until all status indicators flash synchronously and clear fault memory.

Is it safe to clear Faure error code I5C by resetting power?

Resetting power (unplugging for 5–10 minutes) clears temporary memory errors. However, if Faure code I5C persists, the physical component causing On Faure (Faure FDF Series / Clean&Dry / MaxiWash Dishwasher) models: Sag in mains AC voltage during heater activation, high contact resistance on power cord plug, or failing input bridge rectifier. must be inspected or replaced.

How do I test electrical resistance for Faure code I5C using a multimeter?

Set a digital multimeter to ohms (Ω). Disconnect power and test Immersion / Air Heating Element & Klixon Thermostat across Between element terminals (unwired). Insulation to earth casing: >20MΩ (OL). Expected nominal reading is 25Ω–28Ω (230V / 2000W) / <0.5Ω (Safety Klixon closed). Tolerance: Formula R = V²/P (±5%). Any earth leakage reading below 2MΩ will trip the domestic 30mA RCD breaker..

What safety protocol must be followed before servicing Faure code I5C?

Standard electrical safety protocol: 1. Disconnect 230V mains power before opening panels. 2. Verify zero voltage at test points. 3. Allow hot water or heating elements to cool below 30°C before handling.

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