Fulgor Milano Extended Cycle Duration / Sensor Misreading

Dishwasher runs for an unusually long time; cycles seem to never finish.

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Possible Causes

Cold incoming water, Faulty temperature sensor, Dirty turbidity sensor, Control software adapting to heavy soil

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: No hazardous disassembly is required for basic checks.

  • Check water temperature: Run hot water at the kitchen sink before starting the dishwasher so it fills with warm water, reducing heating time.
  • Clean sensors: Clean filters and run a dishwasher cleaner to remove film that may affect turbidity and temperature sensing.
  • Observe pattern: If every cycle is excessively long regardless of load, the NTC or turbidity sensor may be misreading. Have these sensors tested and replaced if necessary.
  • Program choice: Eco programs are designed to run longer. Try a standard or quick program to compare behavior.

If cycles still run abnormally long, a control board or sensor calibration issue may require professional service.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

NTC Temperature Sensor
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