- Check that the water tap feeding the dishwasher is fully open.
- Make sure the inlet hose is not kinked, twisted, or trapped behind the appliance.
- Turn off the water supply and power, then inspect and clean the inlet hose filter at the tap connection.
- Reconnect everything securely and run a fresh programme.
On the AEG FSE64610Z, i11 means the dishwasher is not taking in water as expected. AEG groups this code with water inlet issues such as a closed tap, low pressure, a kinked hose, a blocked inlet filter, or installation-related drain problems.
- The dishwasher stops and shows i11 soon after the cycle starts.
- Little or no water enters the tub.
- The machine may beep once, flash a warning, or drain before showing the fault.
- Water tap is closed or household pressure is too low.
- Inlet hose is kinked, twisted, trapped, or damaged.
- The inlet hose filter is clogged with debris or limescale.
- Drain routing or a recent installation issue is interfering with normal filling.
- Open a nearby tap and confirm there is a normal water flow in the home.
- If multiple appliances are using water at once, test the dishwasher again when demand is lower.
- Use AEG’s pressure check: one tap should fill a 5-litre bucket in 30 seconds. If not, pressure may be too low.
- Inspect the inlet hose carefully. If it is bent, twisted, or damaged, stop and arrange repair.
- Clean the inlet hose filter, reconnect the hose, and rerun a programme.
- Check the drain system: the hose should not be kinked, should be routed correctly, and the drain point should be between 40 and 85 cm.
- If the dishwasher was recently installed or moved, confirm the sink siphon blanking plug has been removed.
| Checkpoint | What to confirm | Good result | If it fails |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water supply | Tap is fully open and household water flow is normal | Dishwasher fills | Investigate supply or low pressure |
| Pressure check | A 5-litre bucket fills in about 30 seconds | Pressure is adequate | Water pressure is too low for normal fill |
| Inlet hose and filter | Hose is straight and inlet filter is clean | Water enters normally | Clean filter or replace damaged hose |
| Drain and install setup | Drain hose height and sink connection are correct | Programme runs normally | Correct hose routing or remove blanking plug |
- Resetting the dishwasher repeatedly without checking the water tap or inlet hose first.
- Cleaning the tub filters but forgetting the small inlet filter at the water connection.
- Overlooking installation issues after moving or fitting the machine.
- Do not continue running the dishwasher if the inlet hose is damaged.
- Do not remove hoses while the water supply is still on.
- Turn off the water supply and isolate power before removing the inlet hose or filter.
- If the hose is damaged, AEG recommends repair by an approved service provider.
Book service if the dishwasher still shows i11 after the official supply, pressure, hose, filter, drain, and installation checks, or immediately if the inlet hose is damaged.
- Keep the inlet filter free from scale and debris during routine maintenance.
- Avoid trapping or sharply bending the inlet and drain hoses when pushing the dishwasher back into place.
- After installation work, recheck the sink connection and hose routing before first use.
Does i11 always mean the water tap is closed?
No. AEG groups this code with several inlet-related causes, including low pressure, a kinked hose, a blocked inlet filter, or installation issues.
Can low water pressure really trigger this fault?
Yes. AEG’s own pressure check is whether one tap can fill a 5-litre bucket in 30 seconds. If not, pressure may be too low for the dishwasher to fill properly.
Why does the official guide also mention the drain system?
Because poor drain routing or a blanking plug left in the sink connection can interfere with correct installation and contribute to fill problems, especially after a recent install or move.