Error code · Dishwasher

Electrolux Dishwasher Code i5A: Pump Overload

Medium · inspection needed

Code: i5A
Appliance: Dishwasher
Brand: Electrolux
Warranty: 30-day workmanship

What i5A means

An i5A on an Electrolux ICON dishwasher, such as the EI24ID50QS or EW24ID70QT, is an overload or over-temperature message for the pumps. The control saw the wash pump pull about 0.68 amps or the drain pump pull about 0.55 amps for ten seconds, which is too long. The cycle stops to protect the motor, and the dishwasher may feel warm near the base.

Common causes of i5A

Wash or drain pump working too hard
Debris binding a pump
Motor winding overheating
Motor control board current sensing

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Press Cancel and leave the door open until the pumps have cooled. 2. Clean the filter and sump by hand, looking for glass or small objects. 3. Check that the drain hose is not kinked behind the unit. 4. Shut the door firmly and start a brief test cycle. If i5A returns, call us.

! Why to stop there

The code does not say which pump overloaded, so we test both under load.
We check the drain path, since a blocked drain makes the drain pump work harder.
We tell you the price in writing first, and repairs carry our 30-day warranty.

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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i5Ai5A questions

What does i5A stand for?

It is an overload or over-temperature message. The control stopped the cycle because a pump drew more current than it should for ten seconds.

Should I wait before trying again?

Yes. Giving the dishwasher time with the door open lets the motors cool. If the code returns right away, there is likely a jam or a worn pump.

Can a kinked hose cause it?

It can add strain to the drain pump. Straightening a visible kink is safe, and it is one of the first things we look at too.

Book a visit

Still seeing i5A?

A technician diagnoses it on site and gives you the price in writing before any work starts.

(713) 979-9150