How to change a water softener unit (salt container) on an Indesit Dishwasher

How to change a water softener unit (salt container) on an Indesit Dishwasher
Safety First:Remove the Plug from the Mains Socket
Tools required:Phillips Screwdriver and a pair of pliers
Indesit DI620 Integrated Dishwasher
Lay the appliance on its side to expose the base
Using the phillips screwdriver remove the base retaining screws
Remove further base retaining screws
Carefully pull the base out a small amount
Locate the overflow unit on the inside of the base
Make a note of the wires and remove them, now remove the base
Locate the water softening unit
Make a note of the wires (a photograph is useful) and remove them
Wires removed
Grip the small grey pipe & remove it
Small grey pipe removed from the water softener unit
Using the pliers release the corbin clip retaining the small black pipe
Corbin clip removed
Grip the small black pipe & remove it
Small black pipe removed from the water softener unit
From inside the appliance remove the salt container cap
Salt cap removed
Remove the water softener unit retaining ring
Retaining ring removed
From the bottom of the appliance grip the water softener unit
Remove the water softener unit
Using the pliers release the corbin clip retaining the hose from the sump
Grip the hose & remove it from the water softener unit
Hose removed from the water softener unit
Water softener unit removed from appliance
Take the new water softener unit (salt container) from its package ensuring its correct for the appliance
Replace the hose connecting the water softener unit to the sump
Make sure its pushed all the way onto the water softener unit
Using the pliers refit the corbin clip
Fit the new water softener unit to the appliance
Make sure the water softener unit is in the correct position
From inside the appliance fit the water softener retaining ring
Screw the retaining ring as tight as possible by hand
Retaining ring in place
Fit the salt cap
Salt cap in place
Fit the small black hose to the water softener unit
Push the hose all the way onto the water softener unit
Using the pliers refit the corbin clip
Fit the small grey hose to the water softener unit
Push the hose all the way on
Attach the wires to the new water softener unit
Wires attached
Water softener unit in place
Replace the wires to the overflow float micro switch
Wires attached
Replace the base
Using the phillips screwdriver replace the base retaining screws
Replace further base retaining screws
Now stand the appliance upright
The appliance is now ready for use

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Disclaimer: The information provided has been prepared as a guide only and the steps taken are likely to vary for different appliance models. We strongly recommend using a qualified engineer to undertake major repairs and fault finding.