i10
AEG Dishwasher
Urgency
✓ Low
Easy to resolve
Repair difficulty
✓ DIY Friendly
No specialist needed
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For information purposes only. Always consult a qualified engineer before attempting repairs. 🔌 Unplug your appliance before any inspection or repair.

What does the AEG i10 error code mean?

The i10 code on AEG dishwashers indicates a water intake error. The machine has not filled to the required level within the expected time. AEG dishwashers share technology with Electrolux and Zanussi, so the same fault codes and fixes apply across all three brands.

🔍 Symptoms

  1. Machine stops almost immediately after starting
  2. No water audible entering the machine
  3. Dishes completely dry and unwashed after a full programme
  4. Error shows within 2–3 minutes of starting
  5. Inlet valve audible but water does not flow

How to fix the AEG i10 error code

  1. Check that the water supply tap is fully open.
  2. Inspect the inlet hose for kinks.
  3. Clean the mesh filter inside the machine’s water connection.
  4. Verify adequate water pressure.
  5. Test or replace the inlet solenoid valve if all external checks pass.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Does i10 on an AEG dishwasher mean the machine is broken?

A: Not necessarily. The majority of i10 errors are caused by external supply issues — a closed tap, a kinked hose, or a blocked filter — none of which represent a machine failure.

Q: My AEG dishwasher shows i10 but was working fine yesterday — what changed?

A: Check whether any plumbing work was done recently, or whether the supply tap was accidentally nudged. A limescale build-up on the mesh filter can also cause a sudden onset of i10.

Q: Is the AEG i10 code the same as the Zanussi i10 code?

A: Yes. AEG and Zanussi are both part of the Electrolux group and use the same diagnostic fault codes and components on their dishwashers.

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🎯 What is likely causing this fault?

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Restricted/closed water supply (tap/filter) 50%
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Inlet valve fault 20%
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Hose kink / installation issue 15%
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Low water pressure 10%
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Wiring / PCB 5%

⚠️ Estimates based on common faults — not a guaranteed diagnosis. Always verify before ordering parts.

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Parts you may need

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Inlet Valve £20 - £30
Filter Mesh £5 - £10
Inlet Valve £15 - £30

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