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Indesit DE73 error message A13 won't start cycle?

The machine is displaying the above error code. It makes a noise like if it's about to fill up but nothing happens and after a few minutes it stops. Is this to do with the pump and what can I do about it?
Frederique, March 2009
This has occurred on ours - looks to be as a result of the solenoid for the soap release going open circuit confirmed with ohm meter. Presume the coil has burnt out or winding broken inside it but it is sealed. Not serviceable but could be released easily enough if part available and depending on judgement call when to stop throwing bits of cash at it and replace the complete dishwasher after 11 years.

Tony D, December 2013
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