If your Candy Brava Simply FI dishwasher does not start after programming and turns off automatically, several simple checks can resolve this issue. Start by ensuring that you are correctly following the startup procedure: first press the ON/OFF button for 2 seconds (the display should show two dashes), then select a program by pressing PROGRAMS, and finally confirm the start by pressing the START button. If you do not press START, the machine will not start and will turn off after a few seconds.
The door must be completely closed and locked for the cycle to start. Check that nothing obstructs the closing of the door (dishes too high, trapped object, damaged seal). If you open the door during the program, the machine will stop automatically and display the remaining time by flashing: simply close the door for the cycle to resume from where it was interrupted.
Next, check that the power supply is working: test the outlet with another device (lamp, charger) to confirm its proper functioning. Also, make sure that the water tap is open: a closed tap will cause the display to show error code E2, and the machine will stop. If you see an error code on the display (E2, E3, E4, etc.), consult the error table to identify the problem precisely: E2 means lack of water, E3 means unable to drain, E8 indicates a heating problem or a clogged filter plate.
Check that the water supply hose is not kinked and that the inlet filter of the hose is not blocked (visible at the end of the hose). A compressed hose or a clogged filter will prevent water from arriving and will cause the startup to fail. Similarly, check that the drain hose is not kinked and that it is not submerged in water: if the end is soaking in a bowl of water, siphoning will prevent normal operation.
The machine filters must be clean: a clogged filter plate or micro-filter can cause operational issues. Open the lower basket, unscrew the micro-filter by turning the handle counterclockwise, and clean the entire system under running water. Also, check that nothing obstructs the rotation of the washing arms: a plate or utensil in the wrong position can block the system.
For a correct startup of the Candy Brava Simply FI, follow this sequence: 1) Close the door properly, 2) Press ON/OFF for 2 seconds, 3) Choose a program with PROGRAMS, 4) Press START. You should hear a beep and the display should show the program time. If no beep sounds or if the machine turns off after a few seconds, it is a sign that the door is not properly closed or there is a water supply issue.
If after these checks the problem persists, or if an error code is constantly displayed (especially E5, E6, E7, Ef, EL, E8 or Ei), it may indicate a failure of the electronic control or an internal defect. Contact Candy Customer Service by providing the model (BRAVA SIMPLY FI) listed on the plate inside the door for an accurate diagnosis and technical intervention.