This troubleshooting article is applicable to all of the following models: CL1700, LE99, LT99, EM617, DR802, BL97, RCT10, CA632, CL1500, LE89, CSG15, EM417, LT89, BL67, DR801, LES512, and CRDB.
Issue
Possible Cause
Troubleshooting Steps
Wash will not start
The Seat Sensor is not activated.
The water supply is not open.
The Mesh Filter is clogged.
The water heater has failed.
Turn off the water supply and disconnect the hose from the bidet.
Remove the mesh filter from the water inlet and clean it as needed to clear any clogs. Refer to the Maintenance section of your Owner's Manual for instructions. Reinstall the Mesh Filter and hose once complete.
Check your water supply valve under the toilet to ensure it is fully open.
Make sure water is flowing to your bidet by using the "Nozzle Cleaning" button.
Complete a Factory Reset:
Unplug your bidet for 10 seconds.
Once you plug it back in, press the "Stop" button 4 times, 1 second apart.
Take a seat on the bidet and try to start a wash cycle.
If a wash still does not start or water does not flow from your bidet after performing the above steps, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Low water pressure
The water supply is not open.
The Mesh Filter is clogged.
The highest pressure setting is not selected.
Turn off the water supply and disconnect the hose from the bidet.
Remove the mesh filter from the water inlet and clean it as needed to clear any clogs. Refer to the Maintenance section of your Owner's Manual for instructions. Reinstall the Mesh Filter and hose once complete.
Check your water supply valve under the toilet to ensure it is fully open.
If you are still experiencing low-pressure issues after performing the above steps, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Leaking
The T-valve washer was not installed.
Teflon tape was not applied during installation.
For T-valve and hose leaks:
Turn off the water supply and disconnect the fittings of the leaking part.
Check the washers to ensure they are not damaged or missing.
The seat or lid has been forced down instead of allowing it to close slowly on its own.
The bumpers are not making contact with the toilet. (the toilet is not level)
The bidet has been installed on a toilet that is too big or too small for it.
Please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Seat or Lid no longer slow closing
The seat or lid has broken.
The internal slow-close dampener has failed.
Please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Discoloration
Home or beauty products have been left in contact with the seat.
We suggest cleaning your bidet's seat with a 50/50 mixture of water and rubbing alcohol, or using Dawn dish soap or Simple Green cleaning solution for future preventative care.
Please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Dryer not working
The dryer flap is stuck closed due to a buildup of grime.
The Seat Sensor is not activated.
Using a 50/50 mixture of water and rubbing alcohol, or using Dawn dish soap or Simple Green cleaning solution with a Q-tip or soft cloth, clean the dryer flap and dryer port.
Complete a Factory Reset:
Unplug your bidet for 10 seconds.
Once you plug it back in, press the "Stop" button 4 times, 1 second apart.
Sit down and start a dry cycle, check if there is any airflow.
If the issue persists, and there is no airflow, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Dryer bad smell
Grime has built up in the dryer port.
Using a 50/50 mixture of water and rubbing alcohol, or a cleaning solution such as Dawn dish soap or Simple Green, and a Q-tip or soft cloth, clean the dryer flap and dryer port.
Seat is not warm
Eco Mode is turned on.
The seat heater is not on the highest setting.
Disable Eco Mode from the Arm Control/Remote control.
Press "Eco Mode" until the light turns off.
If you wish to continue using Eco Mode, wait 3-5 minutes after being seated for the seat to heat back up to the desired setting.
Complete a Factory Reset:
Unplug your bidet for 10 seconds.
Once you plug it back in, press the "Stop" button 4 times, 1 second apart.
Confirm you have set the seat heater to the highest setting.
If the issue persists, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
Remote is not working
The batteries are dead.
The remote is dead.
IR sensors have failed.
Press the "Seat Temp." button repeatedly and confirm that the remote lights up.
If not, you may need new batteries or a new remote.
Press any button on the remote in proximity to the bidet, confirm the bidet beeps in response.
If not, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
If you need a new remote and your product is no longer covered by warranty, you can purchase a new remote using the link below. If you believe your product is covered by a warranty, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
If the issue you are experiencing is not listed above, or if you need a part that is not listed on our website, please contact Brondell Customer Support using our Contact Form.
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