Dishwasher will not fill with water, cycle stops shortly after start and E1 is displayed.

Safety first: Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains power and close the water supply tap before working on it.

• Check water supply: Ensure the building’s stopcock and the dishwasher’s isolation valve are fully open. Confirm there is adequate water pressure at the tap.
• Inspect inlet hose: Pull the machine forward, check that the Maidaid inlet hose is not kinked or crushed behind the unit. Straighten if necessary.
• Clean inlet filter: Turn off water, unscrew the hose from the rear of the dishwasher, and remove the small mesh filter in the Maidaid inlet valve connection. Rinse under running water and refit.
• Test fill: Restore water and power, run a short cycle and observe if the tank fills within 1–2 minutes. If E1 returns, the inlet valve coil or water level sensor may be faulty.
• Advanced check (technician recommended): With power isolated, access the base panel, locate the Maidaid water inlet valve assembly, and test the coil resistance with a multimeter. Replace the valve if open-circuit or shorted.