Zanussi Drying System Inefficiency

Dishwasher leaves dishes wet at the end of the cycle; poor drying performance.

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Possible Causes

Rinse aid empty or set too low, Faulty heater not reaching final rinse temperature, Blocked or stuck vent, Plastic items loaded in wrong position

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Allow the dishwasher to cool before inspecting vents.

  • Check rinse aid: Fill the rinse aid dispenser and set the dosage according to water hardness (usually mid‑setting).
  • Use appropriate program: Select a hotter program with drying phase rather than eco/quick for heavily loaded racks.
  • Inspect vent: On models with a drying vent, ensure it is not blocked by cabinets or debris.
  • Loading tips: Angle plastic items so water can run off. Open the door slightly at the end of the cycle to release steam.
  • Check heater: If water is not hot during final rinse, test the heater and NTC as per heating faults.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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