are you using wash tablets with red bit in the centre as some of them are to big for the detergent dispencer and jam the lid shut.sounds favourite for intermittent fault described.putting tablet on the bottom filter is one option to solve you problem if it is the tablets that are to big.hope this helps!
ck
June 2008
The problem Nikki is the electric solenoid which opens the door when the dishwasher tells it to. Either it has failed or less likely, the wiring to it which is in the door of the machine. Solenoids cost around £20, but the labour charge varies enormously.
John
June 2008
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