My trouble first started with code C3 showing on the front of the washer. Following the advice that is given on here, I found a small amount of water in the tray but a lot more on the floor. The pump was still going although no water in the machine.
I cleared the small amount of water in the tray in the bottom.
I tried a test run with the machine empty, this time the code was not showing but again a lot of water on the floor and a small amount in the tray. I have looked for leaks on pipe connections and blockages on the drain outlet without luck. So what else should I look for.

Charles, January 2018

Good result. Thanks for coming back and updating for us.

Lincoln Appliance NZ, January 2018

Thank you for that. I have now found the problem, it was not easy to see. The drain pipe had been nibbled by a mouse at the back of the machine up against the tray where it enters the machine. The pipe was almost empty but a little water came out when I moved it. The teeth marks are very hard to see.

Thanks for your help and advice. I have blocked the mouse's entry point and a new drain pipe will be with me within the next hour.

Charles, January 2018

Take the side panels off and run dishwasher and watch for any drips or leaks. It must be coming from somewhere. Once you know the source of the leak you can deal with it or post that new info back here for more advice.

Lincoln Appliance NZ, January 2018