AEG AIRDRY 3000 User manual

FSK32610Z
EN User Manual | Dishwasher

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available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................ 2
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................. 4
3. INSTALLATION...............................................................................................6
4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION............................................................................. 7
5. CONTROL PANEL.......................................................................................... 7
6. PROGRAMMES.............................................................................................. 8
7. SETTINGS...................................................................................................... 9
8. BEFORE FIRST USE....................................................................................13
9. DAILY USE....................................................................................................14
10. HINTS AND TIPS........................................................................................ 15
11. CARE AND CLEANING.............................................................................. 17
12. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................ 20
13. TECHNICAL INFORMATION......................................................................24
14. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS................................................................24
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read
the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible
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for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect
installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe
and accessible location for future reference.
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with
very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away
from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away
from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
• Keep detergents away from children.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the
door is open.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance
of the appliance without supervision.
1.2 General Safety
• This appliance is for cleaning household-type dishes and
tableware only.
• This appliance is designed for single household domestic
use in an indoor environment.
• This appliance may be used in offices, hotel guest rooms,
bed & breakfast guest rooms, farm guest houses and other
similar accommodation where such use does not exceed
(average) domestic usage levels.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum)
must be between 0.5 (0.05) / 10 (1) bar (MPa)
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• Follow the maximum number of 13 place settings.
• The appliance door should not be left in an open position to
avoid the tripping hazard.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• WARNING: Knives and other utensils with sharp points
must be loaded in the basket with their points down or
placed in a horizontal position.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to
clean the appliance.
• If the appliance has ventilation openings in the base, they
must not be covered e.g. by a carpet.
• The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using
the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be
reused.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
WARNING!
Only a qualified person must install this
appliance.
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied
with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety
gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not install or use the appliance where
the temperature is less than 0 °C.
• Install the appliance in a safe and suitable
place that meets installation requirements.
• Do not use the appliance before installing
it in the built-in structure due to safety
manner.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.
• Warning: this appliance is designed to be
installed / connected to a grounding
connection in the building.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the
mains plug and to the mains cable. Should
the mains cable need to be replaced, this
must be carried out by our Authorised
Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket only at the end of the installation.
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Make sure that there is access to the
mains plug after the installation.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect
the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• This appliance is fitted with a 13 A mains
plug. If it is necessary to change the mains
plug fuse, use only a 13 A ASTA (BS
1362) fuse (UK and Ireland only).
2.3 Water connection
• Do not cause damage to the water hoses.
• Before connection to new pipes, pipes not
used for a long time, where repair work
has been carried out or new devices fitted
(water meters, etc.), let the water flow until
it is clean and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water
leaks during and after the first use of the
appliance.
• If the water inlet hose is damaged,
immediately close the water tap and
disconnect the mains plug from the mains
socket. Contact the Authorised Service
Centre to replace the water inlet hose.
• Without electrical power, the water
protection system is not active. In this
case there is a risk of flooding.
• The water inlet hose has a safety valve
and a sheath with an inner mains cable.
WARNING!
Dangerous voltage.
2.4 Use
• Do not put flammable products or items
that are wet with flammable products in,
near or on the appliance.
• Dishwasher detergents are dangerous.
Follow the safety instructions on the
detergent packaging.
• Do not drink and play with the water in the
appliance.
• Do not remove the dishes from the
appliance until the programme is
complete. Some detergent may remain on
the dishes.
• Do not store items or apply pressure on
the open door of the appliance.
• The appliance can release hot steam if
you open the door while a programme
operates.
2.5 Service
• To repair the appliance contact the
Authorised Service Centre. Use original
spare parts only.
• Please note that self-repair or non-
professional repair can have safety
consequences and might void the
guarantee.
• The following spare parts will be available
for 7 years after the model has been
discontinued: motor, circulation and drain
pump, heaters and heating elements,
including heat pumps, piping and related
equipment including hoses, valves, filters
and aquastops, structural and interior
parts related to door assemblies, printed
circuit boards, electronic displays,
pressure switches, thermostats and
sensors, software and firmware including
reset software. Please note that some of
these spare parts are only available to
professional repairers, and that not all
spare parts are relevant for all models.
• The following spare parts will be available
for 10 years after the model has been
discontinued: door hinge and seals, other
seals, spray arms, drain filters, interior
racks and plastic peripherals such as
baskets and lids.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product
and spare part lamps sold separately:
These lamps are intended to withstand
extreme physical conditions in household
appliances, such as temperature,
vibration, humidity, or are intended to
signal information about the operational
status of the appliance. They are not
intended to be used in other applications
and are not suitable for household room
illumination.
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2.6 Disposal
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains
supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent children
and pets to get closed in the appliance.
3. INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
3.1 Building in
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3.2 Safety caps
If the furniture panel is not installed, open the
appliance door carefully to avoid the risk of
injury.
After installation, make sure the plastic
covers are locked in position. Damage or
removal of the plastic covers on the sides of
the door may impact the functionality of the
appliance and may cause an injury. If the
plastic cover is damaged, contact the
Authorized Service Centre to replace it with
the new one.
max
5 mm
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4. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
43
7
9 8
10 56
11
12
1Upper spray arm
2Lower spray arm
3Filters
4Rating plate
5Salt container
6Air vent
7Rinse aid dispenser
8Detergent dispenser
9Cutlery basket
10 Lower basket
11 Upper basket
The graphic is a general overview. For
more details, refer to other chapters or
documents provided with the appliance.
5. CONTROL PANEL
21
3
45
1On/off button / Reset button 2Programme indicators
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3Indicators
4Programme button
5Delay button
5.1 Indicators
Indicator Description
Drying phase indicator. It is on when you select a programme with the drying phase. It flash‐
es when the drying phase operates.
Salt indicator. It is on when the salt container needs refilling. It is always off while the pro‐
gramme operates.
Rinse aid indicator. It is on when the rinse aid dispenser needs refilling. It is always off while
the programme operates.
6. PROGRAMMES
The order of the programmes in the table may not reflect their sequence on the control panel.
Programme Dishwasher load Degree of soil Programme phases
1) Crockery, cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal, lightly dried-on • Prewash
• Dishwashing 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
Crockery, cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal to heavy, dried-
on
• Prewash
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
Crockery, cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal, lightly dried-on • Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 55 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
Crockery, cutlery Fresh • Dishwashing 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 50 °C
• AirDry 2)
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Programme Dishwasher load Degree of soil Programme phases
3) All All • Prewash
1) This programme offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption for crockery and cutlery with
normal soil. This is the standard programme for test institutes. This programme is used to assess compliance with
the Ecodesign Comission Regulation (EU) 2019/2022. This programme is used to assess compliance with the UK
Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information Regulations.
2) Automatic door opening during the drying phase. Refer to "Settings".
3) With this programme, you can quickly rinse off food remains from dishes and prevent odours forming in the ap‐
pliance. Do not use detergent with this programme.
6.1 Consumption values
Programme 1)2) Water
(l)
Energy
(kWh)
Duration
(min)
9.9 0.936 227
11.1 - 13.6 1.052 - 1.285 160
9.6 - 11.7 0.886 - 1.083 90
9.2 - 11.2 0.556 - 0.680 30
3.4 - 4.2 0.012 - 0.015 15
1) The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options, the quantity of
dishes and the degree of soil can change the values.
2) The values for programmes other than ECO are indicative only.
Information for test institutes
To receive the necessary information for conducting performance tests (e.g. according to:
EN60436 /BS EN60436 ), send an email to:
[email protected]
In your request, include the product number code (PNC) from the rating plate.
For any other questions regarding your dishwasher, refer to the service book provided with
your appliance.
7. SETTINGS
7.1 Programme selection mode and
user mode
When the appliance is in programme
selection mode, you can set a programme
and enter user mode.
Settings available in the user mode:
• The level of water softener according to
the water hardness.
• Activation or deactivation of the rinse aid
empty notification.
• Activation or deactivation of the acoustic
signal for the end of a programme.
• Activation or deactivation of the AirDry.
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The saved settings remain valid until you
change them again.
How to set the programme selection
mode
The appliance is in programme selection
mode when the programme indicator
flashes.
After activation, the appliance is in
programme selection mode by default. If not,
set the programme selection mode the
following way:
Press and hold the on/off button until the
appliance is in programme selection mode.
How to enter user mode
Make sure the appliance is in programme
selection mode.
To enter the user mode, press and hold the
programme button until the indicator
flashes and the indicators , and are
on.
7.2 The water softener
The water softener removes minerals from
the water supply, which would have a
negative effect on the washing results and on
the appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals, the
harder your water is. Water hardness is
measured in equivalent scales.
The water softener should be adjusted
according to the hardness of the water in your
area. Your local water authority can advise
you on the hardness of the water in your
area. Set the right level of the water softener
to assure good washing results.
Water hardness
German de‐
grees (°dH)
French de‐
grees (°fH)
mmol/l mg/l (ppm) Clarke de‐
grees
Water softener
level
47 - 50 84 - 90 8.4 - 9.0 835 - 904 58 - 63 10
43 - 46 76 - 83 7.6 - 8.3 755 - 834 53 - 57 9
37 - 42 65 - 75 6.5 - 7.5 645 - 754 46 - 52 8
29 - 36 51 - 64 5.1 - 6.4 505 - 644 36 - 45 7
23 - 28 40 - 50 4.0 - 5.0 395 - 504 28 - 35 6
19 - 22 33 - 39 3.3 - 3.9 325 - 394 23 - 27 5 1)
15 - 18 26 - 32 2.6 - 3.2 255 - 324 18 - 22 4
11 - 14 19 - 25 1.9 - 2.5 185 - 254 13 - 17 3
4 - 10 7 - 18 0.7 - 1.8 70 - 184 5 - 12 2
<4 <7 <0.7 <70 < 5 1 2)
1) Factory setting.
2) Do not use salt at this level.
Regardless of the type of detergent used,
set the proper water hardness level to
keep the salt refill indicator active. Multi-tabs containing salt are not effective
enough to soften hard water.
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Regeneration process
For the correct water softener operation, the
resin of the softener device needs to be
regenerated regularly. This process is
automatic and is the part of the normal
dishwasher operation.
When the prescribed quantity of water (see
values in the table) has been used since the
previous regeneration process, a new
regeneration process will be initiated between
the final rinse and the programme end.
Water softener level Amount of water (l)
1 250
2 100
3 62
4 47
5 25
6 17
7 10
8 5
9 3
10 3
In case of the high water softener setting, it
may occur also in the middle of the
programme, before the rinse (twice during a
programme). Regeneration initiation has no
impact on the cycle duration, unless it occurs
in the middle of a programme or at the end of
a programme with a short drying phase. In
such cases, the regeneration prolongs the
total duration of a programme by additional 5
minutes.
Subsequently, the rinsing of the water
softener that lasts 5 minutes may begin in the
same cycle or at the beginning of the next
programme. This activity increases the total
water consumption of a programme by
additional 4 litres and the total energy
consumption of a programme by additional 2
Wh. The rinsing of the softener ends with a
complete drain.
Each performed softener rinse (possible more
than one in the same cycle) may prolong the
programme duration by another 5 minutes
when it occurs at any point at the beginning
or in the middle of a programme.
All the consumption values mentioned in
this section are determined in line with
the currently applicable standard in
laboratory conditions with water hardness
2.5mmol/L (water softener: level 3)
according to the regulation: 2019/2022 /
UK Ecodesign 2021/745.
The pressure and the temperature of
water as well as the variations of the
mains supply can change the values.
How to set the water softener level
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Wait until the indicator starts to flash,
the indicator continues to flash and
the remaining indicators are off.
The intermittent flashing of the indicator
shows the current setting: e.g. 5 flashes +
pause + 5 flashes = level 5.
2. Press the programme button repeatedly
to change the setting. Each pressing of
the programme button increases the level
number. After reaching the level 10, the
count starts again from the level 1.
3. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
7.3 The rinse aid empty notification
The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes without
streaks and stains. It is automatically
released during the final rinse.
When the rinse aid chamber is empty, the
rinse aid indicator turns on. If the drying
results are satisfactory while using multi-
tablets only, you can deactivate the
notification for refilling the rinse aid. However,
for best drying performance, always use rinse
aid.
If standard detergent or multi-tablets without
rinse aid are used, activate the notification to
keep the rinse aid refill indicator active.
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How to deactivate the rinse aid empty
notification
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press the programme button immediately.
The indicator starts to flash.
2. Wait until the indicator continues to
flash and the remaining programme
indicators are off.
The indicator shows the current setting:
• is on = Rinse aid empty
notification is on.
• is off = Rinse aid empty
notification is off.
3. Press the programme button to change
the setting.
4. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
7.4 Acoustic signals
Acoustic signals sound when a malfunction of
the appliance occurs. It is not possible to
deactivate these acoustic signals.
There is also an acoustic signal that sounds
when the programme is completed. By
default this acoustic signal is deactivated but
it is possible to activate it.
How to activate the acoustic signal for
the end of the programme
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press the programme button twice.
The indicator starts to flash.
2. Wait until the indicator continues to
flash and the remaining programme
indicators are off.
The indicator shows the current setting:
• is off = The acoustic signal is off.
• is on = The acoustic signal is on.
3. Press the programme button to change
the setting.
4. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
7.5 AirDry
AirDry improves the drying results with less
energy consumption. During the drying
phase, the door opens automatically and
remains ajar.
CAUTION!
Do not try to close the appliance door
within 2 minutes after automatic opening.
This can cause damage to the appliance.
AirDry is automatically activated with all
programmes excluding (if applicable).
The duration of the drying phase and the door
opening time vary depending on the selected
programme and options.
CAUTION!
If children have access to the appliance,
it is advised to deactivate AirDry as
opening the door may pose a danger.
How to deactivate the AirDry
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press the programme button three times.
The indicator starts to flash.
2. Wait until the indicator continues to
flash and the remaining programme
indicators are off.
The indicator shows the current setting:
• is off = AirDry is off.
• is on = AirDry is on.
3. Press the programme button to change
the setting.
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4. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
8. BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Make sure that the current level of the
water softener agrees with the
hardness of the water supply. If not,
adjust the level of the water softener.
2. Fill the salt container.
3. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
4. Open the water tap.
5. Start a programme to remove any
processing residuals that can still be
inside the appliance. Do not use
detergent and do not put dishes in the
baskets.
After starting the programme, the appliance
recharges the resin in the water softener for
up to 5 minutes. The washing phase starts
only after this procedure is complete. The
procedure is repeated periodically.
8.1 The salt container
CAUTION!
Use rough salt designed for dishwashers
only. Fine salt increases the risk of
corrosion.
The salt is used to recharge the resin in the
water softener and to assure good washing
results in daily use.
8.2 How to fill the salt container
1. Turn the cap of the salt container
counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Put 1 litre of water in the salt container
(only for the first time).
3. Fill the salt container with 1 kg of salt
(until it is full).
4. Carefully shake the funnel by its handle to
get the last granules inside.
5. Remove the salt around the opening of
the salt container.
6. Turn the cap of the salt container
clockwise to close the salt container.
CAUTION!
Water and salt can come out of the salt
container when you fill it. After you fill the
salt container, immediately start a
programme to prevent corrosion.
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8.3 How to fill the rinse aid
dispenser
M
A
X
1
2
3
4
+
-
A B
D
C
CAUTION!
The compartment (A) is for rinse aid only.
Do not fill it with detergent.
CAUTION!
Only use rinse aid designed specifically
for dishwashers.
1. Press the release button (D) to open the
lid (C).
2. Fill the dispenser (A) until the rinse aid
reaches the marking ''MAX''.
3. Remove the spilled rinse aid with an
absorbent cloth to prevent excessive
foam formation.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the release
button locks into position.
You can turn the selector of the released
quantity (B) between position 1 (lowest
quantity) and position 4 or 6 (highest
quantity).
9. DAILY USE
1. Open the water tap.
2. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
Make sure that the appliance is in programme
selection mode.
• If the salt indicator is on, fill the salt
container.
• If the rinse aid indicator is on, fill the
rinse aid dispenser.
3. Load the baskets.
4. Add the detergent.
5. Set and start the correct programme for
the type of load and the degree of soil.
9.1 Using the detergent
20
30
AB
C
CAUTION!
Only use detergent specifically designed
for dishwashers.
1. Press the release button (B) to open the
lid (C).
2. Put the detergent, in powder or tablets, in
the compartment (A).
3. If the programme has a prewash phase,
put a small quantity of detergent on the
inner part of the appliance door.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the release
button locks into position.
For information about the detergent
dosage, refer to the manufacturer's
instructions on the packaging of the
product. Usually, 20 - 25 ml of gel
detergent is adequate for washing a load
with normal soil.
Do not fill the compartment (A) with more
than 30 ml of gel detergent.
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9.2 Setting and starting a
programme
Starting a programme
1. Keep the appliance door ajar.
2. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance. Make sure that the appliance
is in programme selection mode.
3. Press the programme button repeatedly
until the indicator of the programme you
want to select starts flashing.
4. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
Starting a programme with delay start
1. Set a programme.
2. Press the delay button to delay the start
of the programme by 3 hours.
The indicator is on.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
countdown.
During the countdown, it is not possible to
change the programme.
When the countdown is complete, the
programme starts.
Opening the door while the appliance
operates
Opening the door while a programme is
running stops the appliance. It may affect the
energy consumption and the programme
duration. After closing the door, the appliance
continues from the point of interruption.
If the door is opened for more than 30
seconds during the drying phase, the
running programme ends. It does not
happen if the door is opened by AirDry
function.
Do not try to close the appliance door
within 2 minutes after AirDry
automatically opens it as this may cause
damage to the appliance.
If, afterwards, the door is closed for at
least 3 minutes, the running programme
ends.
Cancelling the delay start
Press the on/off button for 3 seconds until the
appliance is in programme selection mode.
When you cancel the delay start, you have to
set the programme again.
Cancelling the programme
Press the on/off button for 3 seconds until the
appliance is in programme selection mode.
Make sure that there is detergent in the
detergent dispenser before you start a new
programme.
The Auto Off function
This function decreases energy consumption
by deactivating automatically the appliance
when it is not operating.
The function comes into operation:
• When the programme is complete.
• After 5 minutes if a programme was not
started.
End of the programme
When the programme is complete, the Auto
Off function switches the appliance off.
Close the water tap.
10. HINTS AND TIPS
10.1 General
Follow the hints below to ensure optimal
cleaning and drying results in daily use and to
protect the environment.
• Washing dishes in the dishwasher as
instructed in the user manual usually
consumes less water and energy than
washing dishes by hand.
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• Load the dishwasher to its full capacity to
save water and energy. For best cleaning
results, arrange items in the baskets as
instructed in the user manual and do not
overload the baskets.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand. It
increases the water and energy
consumption. When needed, select a
programme with a prewash phase.
• Remove larger residues of food from the
dishes and empty cups and glasses
before putting them inside the appliance.
• Soak or slightly scour cookware with firmly
cooked-on or baked-on food before
washing it in the appliance.
• Make sure that items in the baskets do not
touch or cover each other. Only then can
the water completely reach and wash the
dishes.
• You can use dishwasher detergent, rinse
aid and salt separately or you can use the
multi-tablets (e.g. ''All in 1''). Follow the
instructions on the packaging.
• Select a programme according to the type
of load and the degree of soil. offers
the most efficient use of water and energy
consumption.
• To prevent limescale buildup inside the
appliance:
– Refill the salt container whenever
necessary.
– Use the recommended dosage of the
detergent and rinse aid.
– Make sure that the current level of the
water softener agrees with the
hardness of the water supply.
– Follow the instructions in the chapter
"Care and cleaning".
10.2 Using salt, rinse aid and
detergent
• Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent
designed for dishwasher. Other products
can cause damage to the appliance.
• In areas with hard and very hard water, we
recommend to use basic dishwasher
detergent (powder, gel, tablets containing
no additional agents), rinse aid and salt
separately for optimal cleaning and drying
results.
• Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve with
short programmes. To prevent detergent
residues on the tableware, we recommend
that you use tablets with long
programmes.
• Always use the correct quantity of
detergent. Insufficient dosage of detergent
can result in poor cleaning results and
hard-water filming or spotting on the items.
Using too much detergent with soft or
softened water results in detergent
residues on the dishes. Adjust the amount
of detergent based on the water hardness.
Refer to the instructions on the detergent
packaging.
• Always use the correct quantity of rinse
aid. Insufficient dosage of rinse aid
decreases the drying results. Using too
much rinse aid results in bluish layers on
the items.
• Make sure that the water softener level is
correct. If the level is too high, the
increased quantity of salt in the water
might result in rust on cutlery.
10.3 What to do if you want to stop
using multi-tablets
Before you start to use separately detergent,
salt and rinse aid, complete the following
steps:
1. Set the highest level of the water
softener.
2. Make sure that the salt and rinse aid
containers are full.
3. Start the shortest programme with a
rinsing phase. Do not add detergent and
do put dishes in the baskets.
4. When the programme is complete, adjust
the water softener according to the water
hardness in your area.
5. Adjust the released quantity of rinse aid.
6. Activate the rinse aid empty notification.
10.4 Loading the baskets
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• Use the appliance to wash dishwasher-
safe items only.
• Do not wash the following materials in the
dishwasher: wood, horn, pewter, copper,
aluminium, delicate ornamented porcelain
and unprotected carbon steel. This can
cause them to crack, warp, discolour, pit
or rust.
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• Do not wash in the appliance items that
can absorb water (sponges, household
cloths).
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and pans)
with the opening facing downwards.
• Make sure that glasses do not touch each
other.
• Put light or plastic items in the upper
basket. Make sure that the items do not
move freely.
• Put cutlery and small items in the cutlery
basket.
• Make sure that the spray arms can move
freely before you start a programme.
10.5 Before starting a programme
Before you start the selected programme,
make sure that:
• The filters are clean and correctly
installed.
• The cap of the salt container is tight.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is enough salt and rinse aid (unless
you use multi-tablets).
• The arrangement of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is suitable to the type of
load and the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is used.
10.6 Unloading the baskets
1. Let the tableware cool down before you
remove it from the appliance. Hot items
can be easily damaged.
2. First remove items from the lower basket,
then from the upper basket.
After the programme is completed, water
can still remain on the inside surfaces of
the appliance.
11. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before maintenance, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Dirty filters and clogged spray arms
decrease the washing results. Make a
check regularly and, if necessary, clean
them.
11.1 Internal cleaning
• Clean the appliance interior with a soft
damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads, sharp tools, strong
chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• Wipe clean the door, including the rubber
gasket, once a week.
• To maintain the performance of your
appliance, use a cleaning product
designed for dishwashers at least once
every two months. Carefully follow the
instructions on the packaging of the
product.
• Using short-duration programmes
regularly can cause grease and limescale
buildup inside the appliance. Run long-
duration programmes at least twice a
month to prevent the buildup.
11.2 Removal of foreign objects
Check the filters and the sump after each use
of the dishwasher. Foreign objects (e.g.
pieces of glass, plastic, bones or toothpicks,
etc) decrease the cleaning performance and
can cause damage to the drain pump.
CAUTION!
If unable to remove the foreign objects,
contact an Authorised Service Centre.
1. Disassemble the filters system as
instructed in this chapter.
2. Remove any foreign objects manually.
3. Reassemble the filters as instructed in
this chapter.
11.3 External cleaning
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
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• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads or solvents.
11.4 Cleaning the filters
The filter system is made of 3 parts.
C
B
A
1. Turn the filter (B) counterclockwise and
remove it.
2. Remove the filter (C) out of filter (B).
3. Remove the flat filter (A).
4. Wash the filters.
5. Make sure that there are no residues of
food or soil in or around the edge of the
sump.
6. Put back in place the flat filter (A). Make
sure that it is correctly positioned under
the 2 guides.
7. Reassemble the filters (B) and (C).
8. Put back the filter (B) in the flat filter (A).
Turn it clockwise until it locks.
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CAUTION!
An incorrect position of the filters can
cause bad washing results and damage
to the appliance.
11.5 Cleaning the lower spray arm
We recommend to clean the lower spray arm
regularly to prevent soil from clogging the
holes.
Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory
washing results.
1. To remove the lower spray arm, pull it
upwards.
2. Wash the spray arm under running water.
Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a toothpick,
to remove particles of soil from the holes.
3. To install the spray arm back, press it
downwards.
11.6 Cleaning the upper spray arm
Do not remove the upper spray arm. If the
openings in the spray arm are clogged,
remove the remaining particles of soil with a
thin pointed object, e.g. a toothpick.
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12. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING!
Improper repair of the appliance may
pose a danger to the safety of the user.
Any repairs must be performed by
qualified personnel.
The majority of problems that can occur
can be solved without the need to contact
an Authorised Service Centre.
Refer to the below table for information on
possible problems.
With some problems, the dedicated indicator
flashes intermittently to indicate a malfunction
and the alarm code.
Problem and alarm code Possible cause and solution
You cannot activate the appliance. • Make sure that the mains plug is connected to the mains
socket.
• Make sure that there is no damaged fuse in the fuse box.
The programme does not start. • Make sure that the appliance door is closed.
• If the delay start is set, cancel the setting or wait for the
end of the countdown.
• The appliance recharges the resin inside the water soften‐
er. The duration of the procedure is approximately 5 mi‐
nutes.
The appliance does not fill with water.
• The indicator flashes 1 time intermit‐
tently.
• Acoustic signal sounds 1 time intermittently.
• Make sure that the water tap is open.
• Make sure that the pressure of the water supply is not too
low. For this information, contact your local water authority.
• Make sure that the water tap is not clogged.
• Make sure that the filter in the inlet hose is not clogged.
• Make sure that the inlet hose has no kinks or bends.
The appliance does not drain the water.
• The indicator flashes 2 times intermit‐
tently.
• Acoustic signal sounds 2 times intermittent‐
ly.
• Make sure that the sink spigot is not clogged.
• Make sure that the interior filter system is not clogged.
• Make sure that the drain hose has no kinks or bends.
The anti-flood device is on.
• The indicator flashes 3 times intermit‐
tently.
• Acoustic signal sounds 3 times intermittent‐
ly.
• Close the water tap.
• Make sure that the appliance is correctly installed.
• Make sure the baskets are loaded as instructed in the user
manual.
Malfunction of the water level detection sensor.
• The indicator flashes 4 times intermit‐
tently.
• Acoustic signal sounds 4 times intermittent‐
ly.
• Make sure that the filters are clean.
• Switch the appliance off and on.
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