AEG FAVORIT 88070 i User manual

FAVORIT 88070 VIL
Dishwasher
Instruction book
PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION
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Dear customer,
Please read this User Information carefully and keep it to refer to at a
later date.
Pass it on to any subsequent owner of the appliance.
The following symbols are used in the text:
Safety instructions
Warning! Notes that concern your personal safety.
Attention! Notes that show how to avoid damage to the appliance.
Useful tips and hints
Environmental information
Your dishwasher has the new washing system ”IMPULSE WASHING”.
With this dishwashing system the motor speed and spray pressure
are varied during the wash cycle to achieve better cleaning of the
dishes. It is for this reason that the noise level varies during the
dishwashing cycle.
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CONTENTS
Operating instructions 4
Safety instructions 4
Disposal 6
Economical and ecological dishwashing 6
Description of the appliance 7
The control panel 8
Prior to using for the first time 13
Setting the water softener 13
Filling the with salt 15
Rinse aid 16
In daily use 18
Loading cutlery and dishes 18
The lower basket 19
The cutlery basket 20
The upper basket 21
Adjusting the height of the upper basket 22
Use of detergent 23
Different kinds of detergent 24
Washing programmes 26
Starting a washing programme 27
Unloading the dishwasher 29
Maintenance and cleaning 30
Cleaning the filters 30
What to do, when... 33
Service 36
Technical specifications 37
Installation instructions 38
Building-in 38
Levelling 38
Fixing to the adjacent units 38
Water supply connections 39
Water inlet hose with safety valve 40
Water outlet hose connection 41
Electrical connection 42
Hints for test centres 43
Contents
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Safety instructions
The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to accepted rules of
technology and the Appliance Safety Act. We as manufacturers,
however, see ourselves as being obliged to familiarise you with the
following safety instructions.
It is most important that this instruction book should be retained
with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be
sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house
and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with
the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the
functioning of the appliance and the relevant safety information.
This information has been provided in the interest of your safety.
You MUST read it carefully before installing or using the
appliance.
Installation
●Check your dishwasher for any transport damage. Never connect a
damaged machine. If your dishwasher is damaged, you should
contact your supplier.
●For safety reasons it is dangerous to alter the specifications or
attempt to modify this product in any way.
●Any electrical and plumbing work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified and competent person.
●Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on
the electrical supply cable.
●The sides of the dishwasher must never be drilled to prevent
damage to hydraulic components.
Child safety
●This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
●Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play
with the product.
●Packaging parts may be dangerous for children, who could even be
suffocated! You should therefore keep all packaging well away
from children.
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●The water in your dishwasher is not for drinking. Detergent residues
may still be present in your machine. Keep children well away from
your dishwasher when the door is open.
●Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
Your dishwasher in day-to-day use
●Items that are contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron debris,
corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals must not be washed in this
dishwasher.
●Under no circumstances should you open the door whilst the
appliance is in operation, especially during the washing phase, hot
water may escape. However, if the door is opened, a safety device
ensures that the machine stops.
●Only use products (detergent, salt and rinse aid) specifically
designed for use in dishwashers.
●Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential
hazard.
●Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be
positioned horizontally in the upper basket.
●Ensure that the door of the dishwasher is always closed when it is
not being loaded or unloaded. In this way you will avoid anybody
tripping over the open door and hurting themselves.
●Do not sit or stand on the open door.
●Isolate the appliance from the power supply and turn off the water
supply after use.
●This product should be serviced by an authorised service engineer,
and only genuine spare parts should be used.
●Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine
yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause
injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force
Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
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Disposal
Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly.
All packaging materials can be recycled.
Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations:
>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material.
>PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free).
>POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g. plastic clips.
Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and should
be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling.
As and when you cease to use your dishwasher and withdraw it from
service, your should render it unserviceable before having it disposed
of.
Warning! Children at play could lock themselves in your dishwasher or
otherwise endanger their lives. Therefore cut off the power supply
cable and make the door closing device unusable to prevent children
from being trapped inside.
For the disposing of the appliance please take it to a recycling centre
or to your dealer who will, for a small contribution to the costs,
dispose it for you.
Economical and ecological dishwashing
●Ensure that the water softener is correctly adjusted.
●Do not pre-wash under running water.
●Select the wash programme to suit the nature and degree of the
soiling on the dishes.
●Do not use more detergent, special salt and rinse aid than is
recommended in these operating instructions and by the
manufacturer of the respective product.
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Description of the appliance
1. Upper basket stop
2. Water hardness switch
3. Salt container
4. Detergent dispenser
5. Control panel
6. Rating plate
7. Rinse aid dispenser
8. Filters
9. Lower spray arm
10. Upper spray arm
11. Upper basket
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DIRECTION buttons: these 2 buttons have a double function:
a) selecting within the Programmes menu
b) selecting within the Options menu and the submenu.
“OK START” button: is necessary for:
- confirm / memorize any option,
- start a washing programme.
NOTE: the OK START and OPTION buttons, if pressed simultaneously
have the RESET function.
This function allows to:
- cancel awashing programme in progress,
It is also possible to return to the factory setting for the following op-
tions:
LANGUAGE (factory setting ENGLISH).
BRIGHTNESS (factory setting: level 10).
In setting mode press for about 6 second these 2 buttons
simultaneously; the message LANGUAGE ENGLISH will appear in the
display.
The control panel
On/Off
button OK START
button
DIRECTION
buttons
DISPLAY
OPTION
button
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DISPLAY
Symbols: indicate the various options
In this row several details are displayed:
- setting mode, guide to the selection of the washing
programmes, duration time of the programme, options (when
together with the washing proramme one or more options are
set, the update of the programme duration will occur
automatically.
- Once the programme has started, idicates the sequence of the
running phase and the running time of the programme in
progress.
Washing phases: during the progress of the programme these
little bars indicate the phase of the washing programme: prewash,
main wash, rinses, drying.
The symbols have the following meaning:
Delay start: fixed in setting mode, flashing when in
progress
3 in 1 detergent option: is illuminated when the function
for the use of 3 in 1 combi detergents is active.
Exclusion of the volume for alarm and end of programme
audible signals (level O).
Is illuminated when the 70°C Intensive washing
programme is set. This programme makes it possible to
thoroughly disinfect dishes and glasses, such as baby
bottles or jam jars.
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OPTION button: press the button to enter a menu of options, press
again to exit from menu.
How to set the options
1. Press OPTION button
2. Press DIRECTION buttons until the desired option is
displayed:
- DELAY START
- 3 IN 1
- SETTINGS . . .
3. Press OK START to select the option.
4. Press DIRECTION buttons until the selection of the desired submenu
is displayed.
SETTINGS ... allows you to enter another menu of options with
relative submenu (see following table): to set the options it is
necessary to repeat the setting from point 3.
MENU SUBMENU
DELAY START Allows the start of the washing programme to be
delayed from 1 hour up to 19 hours.
3 IN 1 Set the dishwasher for the use of conventional,
concentrated detergents or combi detergents
(3 in 1)
YES: function activated. The symbol appears in
the display.
With the activation of this function, the rinse aid
dispenser and salt conteiner are automatically
deactivated and consequently also the display
indications for the refilling of salt and rinse aid are
deactivated.
NO:- for conventional, alkaline detergents with
caustic components
- for low alkaline concentraded detergents
with natural enzymes.
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5. Press OK START button: the option is memorised.
6. For each option it is necessary to repeat the setting from point 2.
7. To exit from menu, press OPTION button.
If a programme has been set:
- press OK START button and close the door: the programme will start
automatically.
If a programme has not been set:
- press DIRECTION buttons until is displayed the desired washing programme
- press OK START button and close the door: the programme will start
automatically.
MENU SUBMENU
LANGUAGE Allows you view messages that appear in the
display in the required language (Factory setting:
english)
WATER HARDNESS Allows you to set electronically the water softener
according to the hardness of the local area water:
water hardness is measured in 10 levels.
RINSE AID Allows you to deactivate or activate the dosage of
rinse aid:
- YES rinse aid dosage activated,
-NOrinse aid dosage deactivated.
SOUND VOLUME Allows you to adjust the volume of the alarm
signals and of the end of programme signal (from 0
to 5).
Level 0 means the deactivation of the volume of all
signals and the symbol appears in the display.
BRIGHTNESS Allows you to increase or decrease the brightness of
the background of the display, 10 differetn levels
can be selected.
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The options can be set only before the start of a washing programme.
Once set, these options will remain activated also for the following
cycles, until they will be deactivated, except for DELAY START.
First use
The first time the dishwasher is switched on, it is possible to select a
different language in which the machine will visualize the messages
on the display.
The factory setting is in english, therefore the message LANGUAGE
ENGLISH will appear in the display; the word ENGLISH flashes.
Press SCORRIMENTO MENU buttons until the language required
appears in the display.
To confirm the selection press OK START button.
If, insted of a different language, a washing programme is
immediately.set, the dishwsher will memorize the display of the message
in english.
It will be always possible to select another language another time, simly
follow the instructions given for the setting of the options.
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Prior to using for the first time
Before using your dishwasher for the first time:
1. Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the
installation instructions
2. Remove all packaging from inside the appliance
3. Set the water softener
4. Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill with salt
5. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
Setting the water softener
The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener designed to remove
minerals and salts from the water supply, which would have a
detrimental or adverse effect on the operation of the appliance.
The higher the content of these salts, the harder your water is.
Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales, German degrees,
French degrees and mmol/l (millimol per litre).
The 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.
The water softener must be set in both ways: manually, using the water
hardness switch and electronically, using the function push buttons on
the control panel.
Adjusting the water
hardness setting
10
9
8
7
6
yes
yes
yes
yes
yes
3yes
1no
Manually Electronically
2
1
Use of salt
2yes
Water hardness
51 - 70
43 - 50
37 - 42
29 - 36
23 - 28
9,0 - 12,5
7,6 - 8,9
6,5 - 7,5
5,1 - 6,4
4,0 - 5,0
IV
11 - 14 1,9 - 2,5 II
< 4 < 0,7 I
4 - 10 0,7 - 1,8 I/II
19 - 22
15 - 18
3,3 - 3,9
2,6 - 3,2 III 5
4
yes
yes
10
9
8
7
6
3
1
Level
indicated in
the display
2
5
4
°dH
(german de-
grees)
91 - 125
76 - 90
65 - 75
51 - 64
40 - 50
19 - 25
< 7
7 - 18
33 - 39
26 - 32
°TH
(french degrees)
mmol/l
(millimol per litre, inter-
national unit for the
hardness of water)
Range
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a) Setting manually
1. Open the dishwasher door.
2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher.
3. Turn the water hardness switch to
position 1 or 2 (see table).
4. Replace the lower basket.
The dishwasher is factory set at
position 2.
b) Setting electronically
The dishwasher is factory set at level 5.
With the help of the table, set the level corresponding to hardness
of the water in your area.
1. Press OPTION button
2. Press DIRECTION buttons until SETTINGS... is displayed
3. Press OK START button
4. Press DIRECTION buttons until WATER HARDNESS is displayed
3. Press OK START button
4. Press DIRECTION buttons until the level corresponding to hardness
of water in your area is displayed.
5. Press OK START button to confirm the setting
6. Press OPTION button to exit the Options menu.
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Filling the with salt
Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers.
All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a
dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water softener.
Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing
programmes.
This will prevent any grains of salt or salty water, which may have
been spilt, remaining on the bottom of the machine for any period
of time, which may cause corrosion.
To fill:
1. Open the door, remove the lower basket and unscrew the
cap of the salt container by turning it anticlockwise.
2. Pour 1 litre of water inside the container (this is necessary only
before filling with salt for the first time).
3. Using the funnel provided, pour in the
salt until the container is full.
4. Replace the cap making sure that
there is no trace of salt on the screw
thread or on the gasket.
5. Screw on the cap tightly turning it
clockwise until it stops with a click.
The salt container will require topping up periodically.
The salt refilling is indicated by a flashing message in the display
REFILL SALT.
This occurs only during the setting mode and at the end of the
washing programme: during the progress of the washing programme
the indication for salt refilling is not active.
The salt indicator light on the control panel can remain
illuminated for 2-6 hours after the salt has been replenished,
assuming the dishwasher remains switched on. If you are using
salts that take longer to dissolve then this can take longer. The
function of the machine is not affected.
Do not worry if water over flows from the unit when filling with salt,
this is quite normal.
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SALT
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Rinse aid
Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring
thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying. The dispenser, which
is positioned inside the door, holds about 110 ml of rinse aid, which is
sufficient for 16 - 40 dishwashing programmes, depending upon the
dosage setting.
Filling with rinse aid
1. Open the container by pressing the release button (A).
2. Add the rinse aid until the container is completely full. The
maximum level for filling is indicated by “max”.
Ensure that the lid is closed after every refill.
Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with an absorbent cloth
to avoid excess foaming during the next wash.
Only use branded rinse aid for dishwashers. Never fill the rinse aid
dispenser with any other substances (e.g. dishwasher cleaning
agent, liquid detergent). This would damage the appliance.
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Adjusting the dose
According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of
rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (position 1 minimum
dosage, position 6 maximum dosage).
The dose is factory set in position 4.
Increase the dose if there are drops of
water or lime spots on the dishes after
washing.
Reduce it if there are sticky whitish
streaks on the dishes or a bluish film on
glassware or knife blades.
Top up the rinse aid when REFILL RINSE AID appears in the display.
This occurs only during the setting mode and at the end of the
washing programme: during the progress of the washing programme
the indication for rinse aid refilling is not active.
If you are using dishwasher detergent that already contains rinse aid,
the detergent including the rinse aid must be placed in the detergent
compartment. In this case the rinse aid inflow must be deactivated in
order to avoid a double dosage.
Deactivation/activation of the inflow of rinse aid
Factory setting: RINSE AID YES
to deactivate the dosage:
1. Press OPTION button
2. Press DIRECTION buttons until SETTINGS... is displayed
3. Press OK START button
4. Press DIRECTION buttons until RINSE AID is displayed
3. Press OK START button
4. Press DIRECTION buttons until NO is displayed.
5. Press OK START button to confirm the setting
6. Press OPTION button to exit the Options menu.
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In daily use
• Check if it’s necessary to refill with special salt or rinse aid.
• Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher.
• Fill with dishwasher detergent.
• Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes.
• Start the wash programme.
Loading cutlery and dishes
Sponges, household cloths and any object that can absorb water
may not be washed in the dishwasher.
•Before loading the dishes, you should:
- Remove large left-overs.
- Soften remnants of burnt food in pans.
•When loading the dishes and cutlery, please note:
- Dishes and cutlery must not impede the rotation of the spray arms.
- Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans etc, with the opening
downwards so that water cannot collect in the container or a
deep base.
- Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one another, or
cover each other.
- To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch.
- Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.
•Plastic items and pans with teflon have a tendency to retain
water drops; these items will not dry as well as porcelain and steel
items.
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For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes
are not suitable:
•Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or
mother-of-pearl handles
•Plastic items that are not heat
resistant
•Older cutlery with glued parts that is
not temperature resistant
•Bonded cutlery items or dishes
•Pewter or copper items
•Lead crystal glass
•Steel items subject to rusting
•Wooden platters
•Items made from synthetic fibres
•Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it
is specifically marked as being dishwasher-
safe by the manufacturer.
•Glazed patterns may fade if machine
washed frequently.
•Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency
to discolour during washing. Left-overs, e.g.
egg white, egg yolk and mustard often
cause discolouring and staining on silver.
Therefore always clean left-overs from silver
immediately, if it is not to be washed
straight after use.
•Some types of glass can become dull after a
large number of washes.
are of limited suitability:
Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes.
The lower basket
The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates, salad
bowls, cutlery etc.
Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of
the basket, ensuring that the spray arms can turn freely.
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The cutlery basket
Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential
hazard.
Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be
positioned horizontally in the upper basket.
Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives.
Removable knife basket
Long and/or sharp items of cutlery
such as carving knives must be
placed horizontally in the
removable knife basket, which is
positioned at the rear of the upper
basket.
Forks and spoons should be placed in the removable cutlery basket
with the handles facing downwards and the knives with their handles
facing upwards.
If the handles protrude from the bottom of the basket, obstructing the
lower spray arm, load the cutlery with the handles facing upwards.
Mix spoons with other cutlery to prevent them from sticking together.
For best results we recommend you to
use the cutlery grid provided (if the size
and dimensions of the cutlery allow it).
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The rows of prongs on the lower basket
can be easily lowered to allow you to
load pots, pans and bowls.
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