AEG ESF97400ROX User manual

USER
MANUAL
EN User Manual
Dishwasher
ESF97400ROX
ESF97400RKX

CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION......................................................................................3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................... 4
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...................................................................................6
4. CONTROL PANEL................................................................................................7
5. PROGRAMMES....................................................................................................7
6. SETTINGS............................................................................................................ 9
7. OPTIONS............................................................................................................11
8. BEFORE FIRST USE..........................................................................................12
9. DAILY USE......................................................................................................... 13
10. HINTS AND TIPS..............................................................................................15
11. CARE AND CLEANING.................................................................................... 16
12. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................20
13. TECHNICAL INFORMATION............................................................................23
14. INSTALLATION.................................................................................................24
15. WARRANTY .....................................................................................................27
16. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS......................................................................30
IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT MAY IMPACT
YOUR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY
Adherence to the directions for use in this manual is extremely important for
health and safety. Failure to strictly adhere to the requirements in this manual
may result in personal injury, property damage and affect your ability to make a
claim under the AEG manufacturer’s warranty provided with your product.
Products must be used, installed and operated in accordance with this manual.
You may not be able to claim on the AEG manufacturer’s warranty in the event
that your product fault is due to failure to adhere to this manual.
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
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General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully
read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not
responsible 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 intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
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–farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices
and other working environments;
–by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and
other residential type environments.
•Do not change the specification of this appliance.
•The operating water pressure (minimum and
maximum) must be between 0.5 (50) / 10 (1000) bar
(kPa)
•Obey the maximum number of 14 place settings.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or a
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
•Put knives and cutlery with sharp points in the cutlery
basket with the points down or in a horizontal position.
•Do not leave the appliance with the door open, to
avoid a tripping hazard.
•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.
•The appliance is to be connected to the water mains
using the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must
not be reused.
•The ventilation openings in the base (if applicable)
must not be obstructed by a carpet.
•Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline.
They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid
contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away
from the dishwasher when the door is open.
•Check that the detergent receptacle is empty after
completion of the wash cycle.
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.
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• 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.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric
shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• 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. 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.
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.
• The water inlet hose has a safety
valve and a sheath with an inner
mains cable.
WARNING!
Dangerous voltage.
• 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.
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.
• 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,
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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.
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. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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1Ceiling spray arm
2Upper spray arm
3Lower spray arm
4Filters
5Rating plate
6Air vent
7Rinse aid dispenser
8Detergent dispenser
9Comfort Lift basket
10 Release handle
11 Lower basket handle
12 Upper basket
13 Cutlery drawer
3.1 Beam-on-Floor
Beam-on-Floor is a light displayed on the
floor below the appliance door.
• When the programme starts, a red
light comes on and stays on for the
duration of the programme.
• When the programme is completed, a
green light comes on.
• When the appliance has a
malfunction, the red light flashes.
Beam-on-Floor is off when
the appliance is deactivated.
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When AirDry is activated
during the drying phase, the
projection on the floor may
not be completely visible. To
see if the cycle is finished,
check the control panel.
4. CONTROL PANEL
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1On/off button
2Display
3Programme selection button
4AUTO programme button
5Delay button
6Extra Hygiene button
7Extra Power button
8Glass Care button
9Indicators
4.1 Indicators
Indicator Description
Rinse aid indicator. It is on when the rinse aid dispenser needs refilling. It
is always off while the programme operates.
5. PROGRAMMES
The numbering of the programmes in the table (P1, P2, etc.) reflects their sequence
on the control panel.
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 Options
P1
ECO 1)
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal,
lightly dried-
on
• Prewash
• Dishwashing 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
• Extra Power
• Glass Care
• Extra Hygiene
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Programme Dishwasher
load
Degree of
soil
Programme phases Options
P2
160 min
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal to
heavy,
dried-on
• Prewash
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
• Extra Power
• Glass Care
• Extra Hygiene
P3
90 min
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal,
lightly dried-
on
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 55 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
• Extra Power
• Glass Care
• Extra Hygiene
P4
60 min
Crockery,
cutlery
Fresh, light‐
ly dried-on
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 50 °C
• AirDry 2)
• Extra Power
• Glass Care
• Extra Hygiene
P5
30 min
Crockery,
cutlery
Fresh • Dishwashing 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 50 °C
• AirDry 2)
• Extra Power
• Glass Care
• Extra Hygiene
P6
Rinse Hold 3)
All All • Prewash
P7
Machine
Care 4)
None Cleaning
the appli‐
ance interi‐
or
• Cleaning 70 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse
• AirDry 2)
P8
5)
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
All • Prewash
• Dishwashing 50 -
60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry 2)
1) This programme offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption for crockery and cut‐
lery with normal soil. This is the standard programme for test institutes.
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 appliance. Do not use detergent with this programme.
4) This programme is designed to clean the inside of the appliance effectively and efficiently. It removes
limescale and grease buildup. The programme should be run at least once every 2 months with a desca‐
ler or a cleaning product designed for dishwashers and without any load.
5) The appliance senses the degree of soil and the quantity of items in the baskets. It automatically ad‐
justs the temperature and the quantity of water, the energy consumption and the programme duration.
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5.1 Consumption values
Programme 1) 2) Water (l) Energy (kWh) Duration (min)
P1
ECO
11.2 0.742 180
P2
160 min
12.5 1.13 160
P3
90 min
13.1 1.07 90
P4
60 min
12.6 0.92 60
P5
30 min
10.4 0.61 30
P6
Rinse Hold
4.7 0.01 15
P7
Machine Care
11.4 0.87 60
P8 12.5 1.15 170
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.
5.2 Information for test institutes
To receive the necessary information for conducting performance tests (e.g. according
to: 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.
6. SETTINGS
6.1 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 user mode:
• Activation or deactivation of the rinse
aid empty notification.
• The level of rinse aid according to the
required dosage.
• Activation or deactivation of the
acoustic signal for the end of a
programme.
• Activation or deactivation of the
AirDry.
As the appliance stores the saved
settings, there is no need to configure
it before every cycle.
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How to set the programme
selection mode
The appliance is in programme selection
mode when the display shows the
programme number P1.
After activation, the appliance is in
programme selection mode by default. If
not, set the programme selection mode
the following way:
Press and hold simultaneously
and until the appliance is
in programme selection mode.
How to enter user mode
Make sure the appliance is in
programme selection mode.
To enter user mode, press and hold
simultaneously and until
the indicators , , and
flash and the display is blank.
6.2 The rinse aid empty
notification
The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes
without streaks and stains.
The rinse aid is automatically released
during the hot rinse phase.
When rinse aid chamber is empty, the
rinse aid indicator is turned on notifying
to refill rinse aid. If the drying results are
satisfactory while using multi-tablets only,
it is possible to deactivate the notification
for refilling 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.
How to deactivate the rinse
aid empty notification
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press .
• The indicators , and
are off.
• The indicator still flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting.
– = the rinse aid empty
notification is deactivated.
– = the rinse aid empty
notification is activated.
2. Press to change the setting.
3. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
6.3 The rinse aid level
It is possible to set the released quantity
of rinse aid between level 1 (minimum
quantity) and level 6 (maximum quantity).
Level 0 deactivates the rinse aid
dispenser and no rinse aid is released.
Factory setting: level 4.
How to set the rinse aid level
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press .
• The indicators , and are
off.
• The indicator still
flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting: e.g. = level 4.
– The levels of rinse aid are
from 0A to 6A
where level 0A means rinse
aid is not used.
2. Press repeatedly to
change the setting.
3. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
6.4 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.
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How to activate the acoustic
signal for the end of
programme
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press .
• The indicators , and
are off.
• The indicator still flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting.
– = the acoustic signal is
deactivated.
– = the acoustic signal is
activated.
2. Press to change the setting.
3. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
6.5 AirDry
AirDry improves the drying results with
less energy consumption. The appliance
door opens automatically during the
drying phase and remains ajar.
AirDry is automatically activated with all
programmes other than Rinse Hold (if
applicable).
The duration of the drying phase and the
door opening time vary depending on the
selected programme and options.
When AirDry opens the door, the display
shows the remaining time of the running
programme.
CAUTION!
Do not try to close the
appliance door within 2
minutes after automatic
opening. This can cause
damage to the appliance.
If, afterwards, the door is
closed for at least 3 minutes,
the running programme
ends.
CAUTION!
If children have access to
the appliance, we advise to
deactivate AirDry. The
automatic opening of the
door may pose a danger.
How to deactivate AirDry
Make sure the appliance is in user mode.
1. Press .
• The indicators , and
are off.
• The indicator still flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting.
– = AirDry is deactivated.
– = AirDry is activated.
2. Press to change the setting.
3. Press on/off to confirm the setting.
7. OPTIONS
Desired options must be
activated every time before
you start a programme.
It is not possible to activate
or deactivate options while a
programme is running.
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Not all options are
compatible with each other.
If you select non compatible
options, the appliance
automatically deactivates
one or more of them. Only
the indicators of the still
active options are on.
If an option is not applicable
to a programme, the related
indicator is off or it flashes
quickly for a few seconds
and then goes out.
Activating options can affect
the water and energy
consumption as well as the
programme duration.
7.1 Extra Hygiene
This option provides better cleaning
results by keeping the temperature
between 65 and 70 °C for at least 10
minutes during the last rinsing phase.
How to activate Extra
Hygiene
Press .
The related indicator is on.
The display shows the updated
programme duration.
7.2 Extra Power
This option improves the dishwashing
results of the selected programme. It
increases the wash temperature and
duration.
How to activate Extra Power
Press .
The related indicator is on.
The display shows the updated
programme duration.
7.3 Glass Care
This option protects a delicate load,
glassware in particular, from damaging. It
prevents rapid changes in the
dishwashing temperature of the selected
programme and reduces it to 45 °C.
How to activate Glass Care
Press .
The related indicator is on.
The display shows the updated
programme duration.
8. BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
2. Open the water tap.
3. Start a program to remove any
processing residuals that can still be
inside the appliance. Do not use
detergent and do not load the
baskets.
8.1 How to fill the rinse aid
dispenser
AB
C
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CAUTION!
The compartment (B) is for
rinse aid only. Do not fill it
with detergent.
CAUTION!
Only use rinse aid designed
specifically for dishwashers.
1. Open the lid (C).
2. Fill the dispenser (B) 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 lid
locks into position.
Fill the rinse aid dispenser
when the indicator (A) is
clear.
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 rinse aid indicator is on, fill
the rinse aid dispenser.
3. Load the baskets.
4. Add the detergent.
5. Set and start a programme suitable
for the type of load and the degree of
soil.
9.1 ComfortLift
CAUTION!
Do not sit on the rack or put
excessive pressure on the
locked basket.
CAUTION!
Do not exceed the max load
capacity of 18 kg.
CAUTION!
Make sure that items do not
stick out of the basket frame
as it can cause damage to
the items and the ComfortLift
mechanism.
The ComfortLift mechanism allows to lift
the lower rack up (to the second rack
level) and put it down to load and unload
dishes easily.
To load or unload the lower basket:
1. Lift the basket by pulling the rack out
of the dishwasher by the basket
handle. The release handle should
not be used.
The basket is automatically locked on the
upper level.
2. Carefully place items in the basket or
remove them (refer to Basket
loading leaflet).
3. Lower the basket by connecting the
release handle with the basket frame
as shown below. Lift the release
handle completely and the basket
handle slightly until the basket is
disengaged on both sides.
Once the basket is unlocked, push
the rack down. The mechanism
returns to its default position on the
lower level.
There are two ways of lowering the
basket depending on the loading:
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• If there is a full load of plates,
slightly push the basket down.
• If the basket is empty or half-
loaded, press the basket down.
9.2 Using the detergent
AB
C
CAUTION!
Only use detergent
specifically designed for
dishwashers.
1. Press the release button (A) to open
the lid (C).
2. Put the detergent (gel, powder or
tablets) in the compartment (B).
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 lid
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.
The upper ends of the two
vertical ribs inside the
compartment (B) indicate
the maximum level for filling
the dispenser with gel (max.
30ml).
9.3 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 repeatedly until the display
shows the number of the programme
you want to start. The display will
show the programme number for
approximately 3 seconds and then
show the programme duration.
4. Set the applicable options.
5. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
Starting the
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 related indicator is on.
• The display shows the
programme number for
approximately 3 seconds and
then shows the programme
duration.
4. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
Starting a programme with
delay start
1. Set a programme.
2. Press again and again until the
display shows the delay time you
want to set (from 1 to 24 hours).
The delay indicator comes on.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
countdown.
While a countdown is running it is
possible to increase the delay time but
not to change the selection of the
programme and options.
When the countdown is completed, the
programme starts.
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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.
Cancelling the delay start
while the countdown
operates
When you cancel the delay start you
have to set the programme and options
again.
Press and hold simultaneously
and until the appliance is
in programme selection mode.
Cancelling the programme
Press and hold simultaneously
and until the appliance is
in programme selection mode.
Make sure that there is detergent in the
detergent dispenser before you start a
new programme.
End of the programme
When the programme is complete, the
display shows 0:00.
All buttons are inactive except for the
on/off button.
1. Press the on/off button or wait for the
Auto Off function to automatically
deactivate the appliance.
If you open or close the door before
the activation of Auto Off, the
appliance is automatically
deactivated.
2. Close the water tap.
The Auto Off function
This function decreases energy
consumption by deactivating
automatically the appliance when it is not
operating.
The function comes into operation:
• 5 minutes after the programme is
complete.
• After 5 minutes if a programme was
not started.
10. HINTS AND TIPS
10.1 General
Follow the hints below to ensure optimal
cleaning and drying results in daily use
and to help you protect the environment.
• Remove larger residues of food from
the dishes into the waste bin.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand.
When needed, select a programme
with a prewash phase.
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• 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
and rinse aid separately or you can
use the multi-tablets. Follow the
instructions on the packaging.
• Select a programme according to the
type of load and the degree of soil.
ECO offers the most efficient use of
water and energy consumption for
crockery and cutlery with normal soil.
10.2 Using rinse aid and
detergent
• Only use rinse aid and detergent for
dishwasher. Other products can
cause damage to the appliance.
• Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve
with short programs. To prevent
detergent residues on the tableware,
we recommend that you use the
tablets with long programs.
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• Do not use more than the correct
quantity of detergent. Refer to the
instructions on the detergent
packaging.
10.3 Loading the baskets
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• Only use the appliance to wash items
that are dishwasher-safe.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
made of wood, horn, aluminium,
pewter and copper as they could
crack, warp, get discoloured or pitted.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
that can absorb water (sponges,
household cloths).
• Remove remaining food from the
items.
• Make soft the remaining burned food
on the items.
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening down.
• Make sure that cutlery and dishes do
not bond together. Mix spoons with
other cutlery.
• Make sure that glasses do not touch
other glasses.
• Put small items in the cutlery drawer.
• Put light items in the upper basket.
Make sure that the items do not
move.
• Make sure that the spray arm can
move freely before you start a
programme.
10.4 Before starting a
programme
Make sure that:
• The filters are clean and correctly
installed.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is dishwasher rinse aid (unless
you use multi- tablets).
• The position of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is applicable to the
type of load and for the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is
used.
10.5 Unloading the baskets
1. For improved drying results with the
most efficient use of energy select
the AirDry option, otherwise open the
door by approximately 10cm at the
end of the program.
2. Allow the tableware to cool for 30 -
40 minutes.
3. Hot items can be easily damaged,
allow them to cool down before
removing from appliance.
4. First remove items from the lower
basket then the upper basket.
At the end of the program
water can still remain on the
sides and on the door of the
appliance.
11. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before maintenance,
deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Make sure that the
ComfortLift basket is empty
and locked in the raised
position.
Dirty filters and clogged
spray arms negatively affect
the washing results. Check
these elements 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.
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• 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.
• Use the automatic cleaning
programme for optimal cleaning
results.
• 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 External cleaning
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads or solvents.
11.3 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).
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8. Put back the filter (B) in the flat filter
(A). Turn it clockwise until it locks.
CAUTION!
An incorrect position of the
filters can cause bad
washing results and damage
to the appliance.
11.4 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.
11.5 Cleaning the upper
spray arm
We recommend to clean the upper spray
arm regularly to prevent soil from
clogging the holes.
Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory
washing results.
1. Pull out the upper basket.
2. To detach the spray arm from the
basket, press the spray arm upwards
and simultaneously turn it clockwise.
3. Wash the spray arm under running
water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a
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toothpick, to remove particles of soil
from the holes.
4. To install the spray arm back, press
the spray arm upwards and
simultaneously turn it
counterclockwise until it locks into
place.
11.6 Cleaning the ceiling
spray arm
We recommend to clean the ceiling spray
arm regularly to prevent soil from
clogging the holes. Clogged holes can
cause unsatisfactory washing results.
The ceiling spray arm is placed on the
ceiling of the appliance. The spray arm
(C) is installed in the delivery tube (A)
with the mounting element (B).
C
B
A
1. Release the stoppers on the sides of
the sliding rails of the cutlery drawer
and pull the drawer out.
1
2
2. Move the upper basket to the lowest
level to reach the spray arm more
easily.
3. To detach the spray arm (C) from the
delivery tube (A), turn the mounting
element (B) counterclockwise and
pull the spray arm downwards.
4. Wash the spray arm under running
water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a
toothpick, to remove particles of soil
from the holes. Run the water
through the holes to wash soil
particles away from the inside.
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5. To install the spray arm (C) back,
insert the mounting element (B) in
the spray arm and fix it in the delivery
tube (A) by turning it clockwise. Make
sure that the mounting element locks
into place.
6. Install the cutlery drawer on the
sliding rails and block the stoppers.
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 may
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 display shows
an alarm code.
Problem and alarm code Possible solution
You cannot activate the ap‐
pliance.
• 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 does not fill
with water.
The display shows or
.
• 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 display shows .
• 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.
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