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What this code means
Water inlet error - correct water level (246) is not reached within 8 minutes after water is supplied or it does not reach the preset water level within 25 minutes.
First step from the service manual
Check for external causes: water supply shut off, frozen water lines, kinked fill hose, low water pressure. Then check if inlet valve filter is clogged with foreign material.
Next steps: diagnose the root cause
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Verify the error code is active
Power cycle the unit and see if the code returns. If it does, the fault is persistent and requires diagnosis.
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Get the full diagnostic procedure
Get step-by-step guidance, test values, and wiring diagrams from the OEM service manual.
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