Ask DFI777UXXL User manual

USER MANUAL
Dishwasher
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DFI777UXXL

3Your dishwasher ........................................
4Safety instructions .....................................
5Child lock .....................................................
5Installation ....................................................
5Overflow guard ............................................
5Winter storage/Transport .............................
5Packaging ....................................................
6Disposal .......................................................
6Symbols .......................................................
7Before washing for the first time ..............
7Water hardness ............................................
8Basic settings ..............................................
9Top up rinse aid ...........................................
9Top up salt ...................................................
10Top up auto dose .........................................
11Greener dishwashing ................................
11Save energy and water ................................
12Loading the dishwasher ............................
12Fragile dishes ..............................................
12Loading affects the results ..........................
13The dishwasher's baskets ...........................
13Top cutlery tray ............................................
14Upper basket ...............................................
16Middle basket ..............................................
17Lower basket ...............................................
19Cutlery basket ..............................................
20Using the dishwasher ................................
20Add detergent ..............................................
21On/Off ..........................................................
21Select program ............................................
23Select program mode ..................................
24Select option ................................................
24Start/Stop .....................................................
25Status light ...................................................
25If you want to load more dishes ...................
25Power failure ................................................
26Once the program has finished ...................
26The best drying results ................................
26Unloading the dishwasher ...........................
27Program chart ............................................
28WiFi connection .........................................
28Connect Life .................................................
28Preparations .................................................
28Connect to a network and pair ....................
29Remote control the dishwasher ...................
29Remote start the dishwasher .......................
29Pair more devices ........................................
29WiFi connection Off / WiFi connection On ....
29Remove all devices ......................................
30Settings .......................................................
34Care and cleaning ......................................
34Top up rinse aid ...........................................
34Top up salt ...................................................
35Top up auto dose .........................................
36Clean the filters ............................................
37Cleaning the spray arms and spray pipes ...
38Clean the outside of the dishwasher ...........
39Run Self-cleaning .........................................
39Remove blockages ......................................
41Troubleshooting .........................................
42General ........................................................
48WiFi ..............................................................
49Installation ..................................................
49Safety instructions ........................................
50Setup ............................................................
50Drainage connection ...................................
50Connection to water supply .........................
51Electrical connection ...................................
51Push to open ................................................
52Service ........................................................
52Information about your product ...................
52Contact your nearest service centre ............
52Number of cycles ........................................
53Technical data and energy labelling ........
53Technical data .............................................
53Information for consumers ...........................
53Information for test institute ..........................
Contents

Welcome to our growing ASKO family!
We are proud of our appliances. We hope that this appliance will be an appreciated and dependable
aid for many years to come.
Please read the operating instructions before use. They include general tips, information about the
settings and adjustments you can make, and the best way to take care of your appliance.
Top up salt
Display Start/Stop
Select program mode
Select program
Automatic door opening
Delayed start
On/Off
WiFi
Connected to cloud
Auto dose
Top up auto dose
(Flashes when connecting)
Symbols on the display:
Top up rinse aid
Text on the display:
Clean the filters
Run Self-cleaning
See the chapter Care and cleaning.Remote control active
Install the dishwasher, see the chapter Installation. Then open the door and press .
Press briefly and lightly on the
middle of the upper part of the
door.
"Welcome to your new ASKO dishwasher. This is a first time setup." is shown on the display the
first time the dishwasher is switched on. It is important that you choose the right settings to ensure
good dishwashing results. See page 7.
You can remote control this dishwasher with your smartphone/tablet. Connect the dishwasher to
your wireless network and pair with your smartphone/tablet to be able to remote control and start
the dishwasher using the Connect Life app. The app can be used to find information, change settings
and monitor the dishwasher. (The dishwasher can always be used without the app.)
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Your dishwasher

•Read the operating instructions and keep them in a safe place!
•Number of standard place settings: 17
•Never use the dishwasher for any purpose other than that
specified in these operating instructions.
•Do not load the dishwasher door or dishwasher baskets with
anything other than dishes.
•Never leave the dishwasher door open as someone may trip on
it. Push the baskets in to avoid risking the dishwasher tipping
over.
•Use only dishwasher detergent!
•This machine can be used by children aged 8 and upwards, and
by people with reduced physical capacity, mental ability, memory
loss or lacking experience and knowledge. These individuals
must be supervised when using the machine or have instructions
on how to use the machine and understand the risks that can
occur. Cleaning of the machine must not be carried out by children
without supervision.
•Damaged supply cord must only be replaced by the
manufacturer's service centre or someone similarly professionally
qualified.
•Only use the dishwasher in household-type environments for
dishwashing household dishes. All other use is prohibited.
•Never place dishes with solvent residues in the dishwasher due
to the risk of explosion. Nor may dishes that contain ash, wax or
lubricants be washed in the dishwasher.
•Children must be watched. Do not allow children to use or play
with the dishwasher. Be especially vigilant when the door is open.
Some detergent may remain inside! After adding detergent, always
start the dishwasher immediately.
•The dishwasher is equipped with a UVC light source.
•A damaged or defective UVC light source may only be replaced
by the manufacturer's service centre or someone similarly
professionally qualified.
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Safety instructions

WARNING!
Knives and other pointed items must be placed with the points
down in the cutlery basket or horizontally in other baskets.
WARNING!
Children must be supervised –dishwasher detergent is corrosive!
Child lock
You can activate the Automatic child lock setting to prevent children from starting the dishwasher.
See the chapter Settings. You can also temporarily activate and deactivate the Child lock function.
Press and hold and for three seconds.
Installation
See the chapter Installation.
Overflow guard
The overflow guard starts pumping out the water and turns off the water supply if the water level in
the dishwasher exceeds the normal level. If the overflow guard is triggered, F54 (Overfilling water)
appears on the display. Turn off the water tap and contact your nearest service centre. (To avoid
water leakage outside the dishwasher, do not remove the plug from the wall socket until the water
tap on the supply line has been turned off!)
Winter storage/Transport
Store the dishwasher above freezing temperature and avoid long transport distances in very cold
weather. Transport the dishwasher upright or laying on its back.
Handle the front corners of the dishwasher with care so that they do not get bent, which can affect
door opening.
Before transporting a used dishwasher, or before prolonged storage, water must first be removed
from the machine. Run the Self-cleaning program.
Packaging
The outer packaging protects the product during transport. The packaging material is recyclable.
Separate the different packaging materials to help reduce raw material use and waste. Your dealer
can take the packaging for recycling or direct you to the nearest recycling centre. The packaging
is comprised of:
•Corrugated cardboard made from up to 100% recycled material.
•Expanded polystyrene (EPS) with no added chlorine or fluorine.
•Supports made from untreated wood.
•Protective plastic made from polyethylene (PE).
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Safety instructions

Disposal
The dishwasher is manufactured and labelled for recycling. When the dishwasher has reached the
end of its service life and is to be disposed of, it should immediately be made unusable. Pull out the
power cable and cut it as short as possible. Remove the light source/light sources.
Contact your local authority for information about where and how your dishwasher should be correctly
recycled.
Symbols
Explanation of symbols that may appear on the appliance.
Read the user manual.
Recycle as electrical waste.
Approved in accordance with the relevant EU directives.
UKCA Approved in accordance with the relevant UK legal requirements.
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Safety instructions

Water hardness
In order to achieve good dishwashing results, the dishwasher needs soft water (water with low mineral
content). Hard water leaves a white coating on dishes and the dishwasher.
Checking water hardness
Water hardness is specified using German degrees of water hardness (°dH), French degrees of
water hardness (°fH), English degrees of water hardness (°eH) or millimoles per litre (mmol/l).
A water supply with a water hardness in excess of 5°dH (9°fH / 6°eH / 0.9 mmol/l) must be softened.
This is done automatically with the aid of the built-in water softener. In order for the water softener
to function properly, its settings must be adjusted to the hardness of the water supply. Once you
have adjusted the water softener settings, add detergent and rinse aid in doses suitable for soft
water.
Contact the local waterworks to check the water hardness in your area.
Make a note of the water hardness:____________
Recommended settingmmol/l°eH°fH°dH
00.0-0.90-60-90-5
11.0-1.47-1010-146-8
21.5-2.011-1415-209-11
32.1-2.515-1821-2512-14
42.6-3.419-2426-3415-19
53.5-4.325-3035-4320-24
64.4-5.231-3644-5225-29
75.3-7.037-4953-7030-39
87.1-8.850-6171-8840-49
98.9628950
If the water hardness exceeds 50°dH (89°fH / 62°eH / 8.9 mmol/l), we recommend connecting an
external water softener.
Increased consumption during regeneration
The dishwasher's built-in water softener is regularly regenerated to maintain its function. Regeneration
extends the dishwashing program and increases energy and water consumption. Just how often
the dishwasher's water softener is regenerated depends on the selected setting.
Example: If the Eco program is run with a water hardness of 14°dH (25°fH / 18°eH / 2.5 mmol/l), the
water softener is regenerated at regular intervals (after 6 dishwashing cycles), energy consumption
increases by 0.015 kWh, and water consumption increases by 2.3 litres, while the program time is
extended by 3 minutes. Regeneration takes place during the program’s main wash.
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Before washing for the first time

WARNING!
Hard water leaves a white coating on dishes and inside the dishwasher. It is therefore important
that you select the right setting for the water softener! See Water hardness.
Never run the dishwasher with an empty salt compartment if the water supply has a water hardness
in excess of 5°dH (9°fH / 6°eH / 0.9 mmol/l).
Basic settings
Open the door. Press .
"Welcome to your new ASKO dishwasher. This is a first time setup." is shown on the display. It
is important that you choose the right settings to ensure good dishwashing results.
Select setting with or . Confirm selected setting with .
Settings
Select the language to be shown on the display.Language1.
Drying is faster and a better result is achieved if you use
rinse aid. You will also achieve a better dishwashing result
with clear and spotless dishes.
Rinse aid 0/1/2/3/4/5
Pre-selected at factory: 4
2.
The rinse aid dispenser can be adjusted between 0 (Off)
and 5 (High dosage).
Adjusting the water softener. Select a setting depending on
the hardness of the water supply. It is important that this
setting is correct!
Water hardness
0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9
Pre-selected at factory: 4
3.
For a water supply with a hardness below 6°dH (10°fH /
7°eH / 1.0 mmol/l), select 0. The water softener is
deactivated and no salt needs to be added.
Activate this setting when using an all-in-one detergent that
contains rinse aid.
TAB On/Off
Pre-selected at factory: Off
4.
This setting reduces the rinse aid dosage and affects how
often the dishwasher's built-in softener is regenerated.
Activate this setting if you want to use automatic dosing of
detergent.
Auto dose 0 ml - 40 ml
Pre-selected at factory: 0 ml
(Off)
5.
The exact dosage depends on which program is running.
For the Auto program, the dosage also depends on how
dirty the dishes are.
To change the selected setting, see the chapter Settings.
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Before washing for the first time

Top up rinse aid
Top up the rinse aid compartment with rinse aid if you have selected Rinse aid 1 - 5.
Lift up to open
Press to close
1. Open the rinse aid compartment lid.
2. Carefully top up with rinse aid to the level marked MAX.
3. Wipe up any splashes of rinse aid around the compartment.
4. Close the lid firmly.
Top up salt
Add salt to the salt compartment if you have selected Water hardness 1 - 9.
1. Remove the salt compartment lid by turning it anticlockwise.
2. Place the funnel supplied with the dishwasher in the salt compartment top-up hole. First, pour
in about 1 l of water.
3. Add enough salt to fill the salt compartment (max. 750 gram). Use special dishwasher salt.
4. Wipe up any excess salt so that the lid can be screwed on firmly.
WARNING!
In order to avoid rust stains a dishwashing program must be started immediately after adding
salt.
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Before washing for the first time

Top up auto dose
Fill the automatic dosing compartment with dishwasher detergent gel if you have activated the Auto
dose setting.
Lift up to open
1. Open the lid of the automatic dosing compartment for dishwasher detergent gel.
2. Carefully add dishwasher detergent gel to the level marked MAX.
3. Clean up any excess dishwasher detergent gel outside the compartment.
4. Close the lid firmly.
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent gel in the automatic dosing compartment! Do not use dishwasher
detergent powder. Washing up liquid must not be used as the foam that forms prevents the
dishwasher from operating effectively.
Some thick dishwasher detergent gels are not suitable for the automatic dosing compartment.
Add very thick dishwasher detergent gel into the manual detergent compartment. See the detergent
manufacturer's recommendations.
Dishwasher detergent gel has a milder formula than dishwasher detergent powder or all-in-one
detergent with bleaching agent. This means that dishwasher detergent gel may prove less effective
at removing stains caused by, for example, lipstick and tea/coffee. If necessary, on such occasions
dishwasher detergent powder or all-in-one detergent with bleaching agent can be added to the
manual detergent compartment (when Auto dose is activated). See Add detergent.
Dosing of dishwasher detergent gel
Dishwasher detergent gel is dispensed during the main wash for all programs except Self-cleaning.
A little extra dishwasher detergent gel is also dispensed during the prewash in the following programs:
Auto
Universal
Intensive
Time program 2:00, 2:30
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Before washing for the first time

Save energy and water
When using a dishwasher in a residential setting, less energy and water are generally used compared
to washing the dishes by hand.
Do not rinse under running water
Do not rinse the dishes under running water as this will lead to increased energy and water
consumption. Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher.
Choose a green detergent
Read the environmental declaration on the packaging!
Too much detergent, rinse aid and salt can result in less effective dishwashing and also entail greater
environmental impact.
Run a fully loaded dishwasher
Save energy and water by waiting until the dishwasher is full before running a program (see number
of standard place settings). Use the Rinse and hold program to rinse the dishes if there are any
unpleasant odours.
You can also use the Anti-odour program to prevent bad odours from dirty dishes left in the
dishwasher.
Run programs at a lower temperature
If the dishes are only slightly dirty, you can select a program with a low temperature.
Select dishwashing program –Eco
This program is suitable for washing normally soiled dishes and is the most effective program in
terms of combined energy and water consumption. This program is used to assess compliance with
EU legislation on ecodesign.
The dishwashing program is designed for an effective wash using as little energy and water as
possible. The program washes at a low temperature for a long time.
Select option –Automatic door opening
Better drying results are achieved if you use the Automatic door opening option, which automatically
opens the dishwasher door. Wait until the dishwasher indicates that the programme has ended and
the dishes have cooled before unloading the dishwasher.
Connect to cold water
Connect the dishwasher to the cold water supply if the building is heated using oil, electricity or gas.
Connect to hot water
Connect the dishwasher to the hot water supply (max. 70 °C) if the building is heated using an
energy-efficient means such as district heating, solar power or geothermal power. Choosing a hot
water connection reduces the dishwasher's energy consumption.
NOTE!
Do not exceed the permitted water supply temperature. Certain materials used in some cookware
cannot withstand high heat. See Fragile dishes in the chapter Loading the dishwasher.
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Greener dishwashing

Fragile dishes
Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several reasons. Some materials cannot
withstand high heat, others can be damaged by dishwasher detergent.
Exercise caution with, for example, handmade items, fragile decoration, crystal/glassware, silver,
copper, tin, aluminium, wood and plastic. Look for the "Dishwasher safe" marking.
Fragile decoration
Porcelain with decoration on top of the glazing (the items feel rough) should not be washed in a
dishwasher.
Crystal/Glass
Wash fragile items made of crystal/glass using the gentle dishwashing program Crystal glass.
Remember to use a small amount of detergent and to place items so that they do not touch each
other during the wash.
Drying is faster and a better result is achieved if you use rinse aid. You will also achieve a better
dishwashing result with clear and spotless dishes.
Hand-painted glassware, as well as antique and very fragile items, should not be washed in a
dishwasher.
Silver
Silver and stainless steel items should not come into contact, as the silver can become discoloured.
In order to avoid marks and tarnishing, separate dishes made from different metals, such as silver,
stainless steel and aluminium.
Aluminium
Aluminium can lose its shine if washed in a dishwasher. However, good quality aluminium pans can
be washed in a dishwasher, even if some of the shine will be lost.
Cutlery with glued handles
Some types of glue are not dishwasher safe. In such cases, the handles may loosen.
Loading affects the results
Load the dishes carefully to ensure the best washing and drying results with the lowest possible
energy and water consumption. Give your dishwasher the best chance to reach and clean all surfaces,
as well as to dry the dishes as thoroughly as possible.
•All dirty surfaces should face inwards and downwards!
•Dishes should not be placed in or on each other.
•Angle dishes with hollows, such as cups, so that the rinse water will run off. This is also important
for plastic items.
•Make sure small items cannot fall through the dishwasher basket; place them in the top cutlery
tray.
NOTE!
Check that the spray arms can rotate freely.
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Loading the dishwasher

The dishwasher's baskets
The dishwasher is equipped with a top cutlery tray, an upper basket, a middle basket and a lower
basket with a cutlery basket.
The appearance of the baskets may differ depending on the dishwasher setup.
Top cutlery tray
The top cutlery tray has space for cutlery, ladles, whisks, serving cutlery and similar items.
Avoid placing tall objects in the top cutlery tray. They can block the top spray arm.
Raising the top cutlery tray
1. Pull out the top cutlery tray.
2. Pull forward the two locking handles on either side to raise the top cutlery tray.
Lowering the top cutlery tray
1. Make sure the upper basket is in the lowest position.
2. Pull out the top cutlery tray.
3. Slide the two locking handles on either side downwards and backwards to lower the top cutlery
tray.
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Loading the dishwasher

Upper basket
Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates and saucers in the upper basket. All dirty surfaces should
face inwards and downwards! Wine glasses are placed on the wine glass shelf and knives are
placed in the knife stand on the right.
Knife stand
Extra supports for wine glasses
can be fitted. (Inside the enclosed
plastic bag.)
Adjustable plate supports
The adjustable plate supports can be pushed together to suit the dishes.
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Loading the dishwasher

Raising the upper basket
1. Pull out the upper basket.
2. Grab the sides of the upper basket with both hands and lift it up.
Lowering the upper basket
1. Pull out the upper basket.
2. Grab the sides of the upper basket with both hands and push in the two locking handles to lower
the upper basket.
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Loading the dishwasher

Middle basket
The middle basket comes with two different basket inserts. The insert with spray pipes is suitable
for low items. The cutlery insert has space for ladles, whisks, serving cutlery and similar items.
Insert with spray pipes
Cutlery insert
Washing larger items
If large items are to be washed in the lower basket, either the middle basket’s two inserts can be
removed or the entire middle basket can be lifted out. To remove the entire middle basket, grab the
sides of the middle basket with both hands and lift both sides at the same time. To refit, simply
reverse the procedure.
Accessory
Buy an extra insert with spray pipes for your middle basket, then you can wash more low items, such
as glasses, cups and bowls. This accessory is available where you bought the dishwasher.
Insert with spray pipes
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Loading the dishwasher

Lower basket
Place plates, side plates, serving dishes, pots and cutlery (in the cutlery basket) in the lower basket.
Adjustable plate supports
The adjustable plate supports can be adjusted to suit the dishes. Release the plate supports by
pushing them inwards before repositioning them. The plate supports can also be folded down to
make it easier to load pots and bowls.
At the back of the right side of the lower basket, the plate supports can be pushed together to provide
more space for, for example, stoneware or a deep pan.
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Loading the dishwasher

Vase and bottle holder
Adaptable power zones
The dishwasher's two adaptable power zones can be opened in two different positions or turned
off.
For vases and bottles
For pots and pans
For higher spray pressure in the
lower spray arm
Pre-selected at factory: Off
Leave the power zones open if you want an increased water flow where, for example, you have
placed pots and pans or vases and bottles. Turn the dishwasher’s power zones off if you want greater
spray pressure in the lower spray arm.
Washing large plates
You can adjust the lower basket for plates with a diameter of 25-29 cm by moving the adjustable
plate supports and their fixtures to increase the distance between the tine rows.
Accessory
Buy a wine glass shelf with space for six tall 1) wine glasses. The wine glass shelf is designed to
ensure optimal washing and drying results with tall wine glasses. The wine glass shelf is placed in
the rear section of the lower basket. This accessory is available where you bought the dishwasher.
1) Height: max. 25 cm, Diameter: max. 7.5 cm
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Loading the dishwasher

Cutlery basket
Place cutlery with the handles facing down, except for knives, and spread them out as much as
possible. Ensure that spoons do not stack inside each other.
The cutlery basket is best placed in the middle at the front of the lower basket to best utilise
dishwashing performance from the unique spray zone intended for the cutlery basket.
WARNING!
Knives and other pointed items must be placed horizontally in the dishwasher's special cutlery
baskets.
Fold-down section for small items
The cutlery basket has a fold-down section in the middle for small items or small shafts (such as
electric whisk attachments).
Accessory
Buy a mini cutlery basket. The extra cutlery basket is flexible and can be dismantled and attached
to the lower basket or the large cutlery basket to make an extra large cutlery basket. This accessory
is available where you bought the dishwasher.
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Loading the dishwasher

Add detergent
You have two options for adding detergent –manual or automatic. To activate Auto dose, see the
chapter Settings. The manual detergent compartment can be used as a supplement even when
Auto dose is activated (for bleach, for example, or if the automatic dosing compartment is empty).
Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging. This dishwasher is fitted with a water softener,
so use detergent and rinse aid doses suitable for soft water.
Do not add detergent to the manual detergent compartment when using automatic detergent dosing!
Too much detergent can result in less effective dishwashing and also entails greater environmental
impact.
Manual detergent compartment
The detergent compartment must be dry when adding detergent.
If powder or liquid dishwasher detergent is used, add a small amount of the detergent to the
compartment for prewash detergent.
Press to open Close the lid
Prewash detergent Main wash detergent
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent! Washing up liquid must not be used as the foam that forms
prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
All-in-one detergent
There are many types of all-in-one detergents on the market. Read through the directions for these
products carefully.
Activate the TAB setting when using an all-in-one detergent that contains rinse aid.
Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs (less than 75 minutes). Use powder
or liquid dishwasher detergent instead.
NOTE!
Optimal washing and drying results are achieved by using normal detergent together with
separately dispensed rinse aid and salt.
Contact the detergent manufacturer if you have questions about the detergent.
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Using the dishwasher