Asko D5954 User manual

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come.
Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality, and high quality. These
are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated
throughout the world.
To get the most out of your new dishwasher, we recommend that you read the operating
instructions before using it. The operating instructions also include information on how
you can help protect the environment.
ASKO D5954 OUTDOOR
Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
Outdoor Dishwasher

3Before washing for the first time
3
Read the operating instructions
3
Be careful with certain materials
3
Checking water hardness
3
Program key
4Important safety instructions
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Outdoor use
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Winter storage
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Transport
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Overflow guard function
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Sealing tape
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Care and maintenance
instructions
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Packing material
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Disposal
6Child safety
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Activate child lock (button lock)
7Dishwasher components
8Dishwasher baskets
10Front panel
11Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser
12Economic dishwashing
13Fragile dishes
14Dishwashing
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Load the baskets correctly
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Add detergent
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Select the program
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Select options
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After dishwashing
20Settings
22Time remaining
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Care and maintenance
instructions
26Rinse aid
27Error messages
28Troubleshooting
31Technical information
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Information for test institute
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Technical data
32Service
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Warranty
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How to contact ASKO Appliances
Inc.
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Contents

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Read the operating instructions
Read through the operating instructions before using the
dishwasher, especially the sections Important safety
instructions, Child safety, and Dishwashing.
Be careful with certain materials
Read the section Fragile dishes before dishwashing
porcelain with unglazed decoration or other utensils made
from plastic, wood, or crystal that you value.
Checking water hardness
Contact the local water utility to check the water hardness
in your area. This is important to determine how much
detergent and rinse aid to use.
Program key
Some dishwashers include program keys in different
languages. Attach the program key in the appropriate
language to the top of the door.
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Before washing for the first time

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
WARNING!
This manual does not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. Common sense and caution
should always be used when installing, operating, and
maintaining any appliance.
• Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
• Dishwashers must be electrically grounded. Read the
Installation Instructions for details.
• Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose.
• Do not run the dishwasher while you are out of the
home.
• Use only automatic dishwasher detergents and rinse
agents.
• To reduce the risk of injury, keep detergents and rinse
aids out of the reach of children.
• Do not load sharp items near the door; you could
damage the door seal.
•Place sharp knives in the cutlery basket with the sharp
ends down to avoid the risk of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked
“dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For items not
marked, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Items not dishwasher safe could become deformed
or melt and create a potential fire hazard.
• Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure
panels are properly in place (i.e., guard plate, access
panel, toe kick, etc.).
• Do not tamper with controls by removing or changing.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the dishwasher door
or baskets.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to
play in or on a dishwasher.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been used
for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for two weeks, before using the dishwasher turn
on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from
each for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable,
do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
• When removing an old dishwasher from service or
discarding it, remove the door to the washing
compartment.
• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline,
or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
• Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before
servicing.
• Repairs should be done by a qualified technician.
• Read the grounding instructions in the installation
instructions.
Outdoor use
• Always keep the door closed when not loading or
unloading the machine to ensure that water does not
penetrate the electrical components or control panel.
Winter storage
See the Winter storage section in the Care and
maintenance instructions chapter.
Transport
• Avoid long transport distances in very cold weather.
•Transport the dishwasher upright or laying on its back.
Overflow guard function
The overflow protection starts pumping out the machine
and turns off the water supply if the water level in the
dishwasher exceeds the normal level. If the overflow
protection is triggered, turn off the water supply and call
the Customer Care Center.
Sealing tape
Do not remove the two pieces of sealing tape on the inside
of the door.
Care and maintenance instructions
When cleaning the edge around the door, use only a
slightly damp cloth. Do not spray water around the edge!
Moisture can make its way into the lock, which contains
electrical components.
Packing material
Please sort waste materials in accordance with local
guidelines.
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Important safety instructions

Disposal
• When the machine 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.
• The dishwasher is manufactured and labeled for
recycling.
• Contact your municipality for information about where
and how your dishwasher can be recycled correctly.
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TIP!
Dishwasher detergents and rinse aids are corrosive, so
always keep them out of reach of children.
• Should a child swallow dishwasher detergent or rinse
aid, give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two
glasses of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting.
Seek medical advice immediately: Call the National
Capital Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.
• Always close the door and start the dishwasher as
soon as you put in the detergent.
• Always keep small children away from the machine
when it is open. There may be some detergent residue
left inside the machine.
• If dishwasher detergent gets in someone’s eyes, rinse
them with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
• Do not allow children to use or play in or on the
dishwasher.
• Load all long and sharp items in the knife basket. If
this is not possible, load sharp objects with the pointed
end facing the back of the dishwasher. Sharp items
loaded in the cutlery basket should be loaded with
pointed ends down.
Activate child lock (button lock)
You can activate the child lock (button lock) to prevent
children from starting the dishwasher (see the section
Settings).
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Spray arms6.Knife basket1.
Serial number plate7.Filters2.
Lower basket8.Cutlery basket3.
Rinse aid compartment9.Detergent compartment4.
Panel10.Upper basket5.
*Specifications may differ depending on the model and market.
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Dishwasher components*

Upper basket
1. Wine glass shelf
2. Handle
3. Knife guard
4. Spray arm
5. Locking handle for upper basket
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. While holding the basket, pull out the two locking handles
(5) on either side to lower the upper basket.
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Lower basket
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1. Fold-down bowl support left
2. Fold-down plate support right
3. Forward mount for plate support (used for plates with a
diameter greater than 9 3/4" (25 cm))
4. Handle
Knife basket
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1. Basket
2. Knife support
*Specifications may differ depending on the model and market.
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Dishwasher baskets*

Cutlery basket
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*Specifications may differ depending on the model and market.
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The panel is fitted with touch buttons with audible feedback (see the chapter Settings).
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High temperature7.Main power switch1.
Long dry8.Program selector2.
Delayed start9.Program symbol3.
Set time (for the Time program)10.Display4.
Time saver11.Rinse aid indicator5.
Start/Stop12.Child lock (button lock)6.
NOTE!
• The touch buttons only react to use when the door is open. Wait a moment before pressing the touch buttons after
opening the door.
• Two minutes after the last button press, the panel backlight enters energy saving mode. Close and reopen the door,
or press the main power switch, to reactivate the panel.
• Keep the touch buttons clean and free from grease. Wipe them clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Never use
cleaners – they can scratch the surface. Use the main power switch to turn off the dishwasher before cleaning the
touch buttons to avoid activating any buttons unintentionally.
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Front panel

1. Prewash detergent compartment
2. Main wash detergent compartment
3. Rinse aid compartment
4. Detergent compartment lid
5. Rinse aid compartment lid
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Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser

Run programs only with a full load
Wait until the dishwasher is fully loaded before running a
program, this way you save energy. Use the Rinse & Hold
program to rinse the dishes if there are any unpleasant
odors while you wait for the dishwasher to become fully
loaded.
Run programs at a lower
temperature
If the dishes are only lightly soiled, you can select a lower
temperature with certain programs. See also the section
Select options in the chapter Dishwashing.
Select a program with Short dry
To save energy, use Short dry. The drying result will be
better if, once the program is finished, you leave the door
slightly open.
Do not rinse under running water
Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the
dishwasher.
Choose a green detergent
Read the environmental declaration on the packaging!
Connect to cold water...
If you use oil or electricity to heat your home.
Connect to hot water (max. 160 °F
(70 °C))...
If you use district heating, solar power, or geothermal
power to heat your home. Choosing a hot water
connection cuts program times and reduces the
dishwasher's electricity consumption.
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Economic dishwashing

Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for
several reasons. Some materials cannot withstand high
temperatures, others can be damaged by dishwasher
detergent.
Fragile decoration
Porcelain with decoration on top of the glazing (the items
feel rough) should not be washed in a dishwasher.
Crystal / Glass
Position items so that they do not touch each other during
the wash. Use the lowest possible wash temperature and
the shortest possible program. Select Short dry. Antique
and very fragile items should not be washed in a
dishwasher.
Glass washed in a dishwasher at high temperatures can
gradually develop a gray film that cannot be removed.
Wash fragile glasses at a low temperature and with a
small amount of detergent.
Silver
Silver and stainless steel items should not come into
contact, as the silver can become discolored.
Cutlery with glued handles
Some types of glue are not dishwasher safe. In such
cases, the handles may loosen.
Wood
Wooden items should only be washed in a dishwasher if
marked dishwasher safe.
Aluminum
Aluminum can lose its shine if washed in a dishwasher.
However, good quality aluminum pans can be washed in
a dishwasher, even if some of the shine will be lost.
Plastic items
Avoid washing plastic items that cannot withstand high
temperatures.
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Fragile dishes

Below are step-by-step instructions to help you achieve
the best possible dishwashing results.
1Load the baskets correctly
Do not rinse dishes under running water before
loading them in the dishwasher. Simply scrape off
large food particles before loading the dishwasher.
See the section Fragile dishes if you want to wash items
that may be considered fragile.
Upper basket and knife basket
Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in
the upper basket. Wine glasses are placed on the wine
glass shelf (if fitted). Place sharp knives in the special
knife basket at the top of the dishwasher, or in the knife
stand on the right (if equipped).
NOTE!
All dirty surfaces should face in and down!
Lower basket
Place plates, side plates, serving dishes, pots, and cutlery
(in the cutlery basket) in the lower basket. Lower the
fold-down plate supports when washing pots.
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 placed in the lower basket.
WARNING!
Knives and other pointed items must be placed with the
points down in the cutlery basket or horizontally in other
baskets.
Do not place cutlery made of different materials, such as
silver and stainless steel, in the same place (risk of
discoloration).
The cutlery basket has a fold-down section in the middle
for small items, or small shafts, such as electric whisk
attachments.
2Check that the spray arms can
rotate freely
3Add detergent
We recommend that you use only unscented,
granular automatic dishwashing detergent. Using
the wrong detergent could cause flooding and/or damage
your dishwasher. Do not use detergent that has been wet
and is clumped. Also, check the expiration date on the
container.
The amount of detergent needed can vary due to
differences in water hardness. To determine the water
hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or
area water softening company. The harder the water, the
more detergent you may need. Refer to the chart below
for the recommended detergent amounts based on water
hardness. Remember, you should adjust the amount of
detergent you use by small amounts until you find the
correct amount. Twelve grains and higher is extremely
hard water and detergent alone may not be enough. You
may need to use a water softener to maximize the
performance of your dishwasher. Also, in areas with hard
water (9+) you may need to wash at lower temperatures
to prevent hard water deposits from forming in tank and
wash system. In hard water areas, both the dishes and
the machine can develop a white or gray film after a while.
If this happens, run the Platters & Pans program with high
temperature and two tablespoons of citric acid or
commercially available dishwasher cleaner in the
detergent compartment (with no dishes in the machine).
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Dishwashing

NOTE!
We recommend that you do not add prewash detergent
for the programs Quick wash or Refresh wash.
NOTE!
If you use a dishwashing detergent with a rinse aid
additive, you should not fill the rinse aid dispenser.
This could cause a film on your dishes.
WARNING!
Children must be supervised – dishwasher detergent is
corrosive!
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent! Liquid hand-washing
detergent must not be used as the foam that forms
prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
Dishwasher tablets
Halve the tablet if it is difficult to close the dispenser lid.
There is a risk that the detergent will not be released
properly if the lid is tight and cannot open correctly.
NOTE!
Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short
programs (less than 75 minutes). Use powder or liquid
dishwasher detergent instead.
3-in-1/ All-in-one detergent
Read through the directions for these products carefully.
If anything is unclear, contact the detergent manufacturer.
Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness
Detergent amountsWater hardness
Prewash 1 teaspoon
Main wash 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons
Soft
(0-3 grains per gallon)
Prewash 1 teaspoon
Main wash 1 to 2 tablespoons
Medium
(4-8 grains per gallon)
Prewash 1 teaspoon
Main wash 2 to 3 tablespoons
Hard
(9+ grains*)
*12 grains and higher is extremely hard water.
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4Press the main power switch
until the display lights up
5Select the program
Press the Program selector one or more times until
the desired program symbol appears on the
display.
Time program
The program adapts to the specified running time or finish
time. With this program, it is important to choose a time
suited to how dirty the dishes are.
Lightly soiled dishes0:30-1:15
Normally soiled dishes1:30-2:00
Heavily soiled dishes2:15-3:00
To set the program time, see the section Select options.
Platters & Pans
Program for heavily soiled dishes, such as platters, pans,
casserole dishes, oven dishes, and BBQ utensils. If these
dishes do not completely fill the dishwasher, you can add
plates and other dishes that can withstand a heavy wash
to fill out the load.
This program can be used for grill racks and drip trays.
Activate the high temperature option and select the Long
dry option for improved washing and drying results.
NOTE!
Remember to brush and wipe particularly greasy grill
racks and drip trays before loading them into the
dishwasher. Otherwise the stainless steel filters will
become clogged, which will adversely affect the
performance of your dishwasher. For information how
to clean the filters, refer to the Care and maintenance
instructions section.
Normal wash
Use to wash normally soiled dishes, and even dishes with
dried leftovers, such as plates, serving dishes, cups,
glasses, and so on.
Everyday ware
A program suitable for day-to-day dishwashing. This
program can also clean dried leftovers, but is not intended
for burnt food, such as on oven dishes.
Quick wash
This program is used for glasses and porcelain that is
lightly soiled, such as coffee cups.
Refresh wash
Short program lasting about 15 minutes to refresh outdoor
items before using for serving.
Glass wash
If the dishes are lightly soiled, you can select Glass wash.
This program is intended for dishes that have just been
used and do not require a powerful program, such as wine
glasses, cocktail glasses, rocks glasses, and beer mugs.
This program can be used for fragile dishes. Select Short
dry if you want to be especially cautious. Refer to the
section for Fragile dishes.
Eco wash
Use when you want to save energy. For normally soiled
dishes.
Rinse & Dry
This program consists of a rinse with heating and drying.
This is a suitable program if, for example, you plan to
make jam and want to rinse and heat clean glass jars.
Rinse & Hold
Use to rinse dishes while you wait for the dishwasher to
become fully loaded.
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Program chart
Consumption values1)
Final rinse temper- ature (°F)
Number of rins- es
Main wash (°F)
Pre- washes
Op- tions
Program
Hot water3)
Cold water2)
Water con- sumption (gal- lon)
Energy (approx. kWh)
Wash time (approx. hours:minutes)
Energy (approx. kWh)
Wash time (approx. hours:minutes)
3.30.71:300.91:30max. 1502-3max. 1500-2-Time program 5.20.72:501.43:2014031302-Platters & Pans 3.90.72:001.22:3014031301-
Normal wash4)
4.70.92:101.62:3515031502Normal wash 3.80.81:451.42:1015021401-Everyday ware 2.70.10:200.20:20-2850-Quick wash 2.70.10:150.20:15-2850-Refresh wash 3.70.31:300.81:5512021051-Glass wash 3.20.52:100.92:2012021201-Eco wash 0.90.30:400.50:501201-0Rinse & Dry 0.90.010:060.010:06-1-0-Rinse & Hold
1) Consumption values vary depending on the water supply temperature, the ambient temperature, the size of the load, the selected options, and more. 2) Connection to cold water, approx. 50 °F (10 °C). 3) Connection to hot water, approx. 120 °F (50 °C). 4) The energy label performance figures are based on this program.
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6Select options
To select an option, press one of the option
buttons. The field under the button lights when the
option is activated. The available options depend on the
selected program. Once you have started the program,
the options you selected are saved for the next time you
use the same program. An exception is the Delayed start
option.
High temperature
Activate this option for improved dishwashing results. The
machine then uses a higher temperature for the main
wash. This option cannot be activated if the Time saver
option is selected.
If you want to use the lower temperature, press again so
that the field under the button turns off.
You can vary the temperature as shown below:
130 °F (55 °C)/ 160 °F (70 °C)Platters & Pans:
130 °F (55 °C)/ 150 °F (65 °C)Normal wash:
140 °F (60 °C)/ 150 °F (65 °C)Everyday ware:
85 °F (30 °C)/ 140 °F (60 °C)Quick wash:
85 °F (30 °C)/ 140 °F (60 °C)Refresh wash:
105 °F (40 °C)/ 120 °F (50 °C)Glass wash:
120 °F (50 °C)/ 140 °F (60 °C)Eco wash:
Long dry
A higher temperature in the final rinse and a longer drying
phase improves the drying result if you activate the Long
dry option. This causes a slight increase in energy
consumption. This option can be used with all programs
except Time program, Rinse & Dry, and Rinse & Hold.
This option cannot be activated if the Time saver option
is selected.
If you want a program with Short dry, press again so that
the field under the button turns off.
Delayed start
When you select Delayed start, the dishwasher will start
1-24 hours after you press the Start/Stop button.
1. Press the button once to activate Delayed start. Press
the button several times – or hold it in – to set the
desired number of hours.
2. Press Start/Stop and the dishwasher counts down 1
hour at a time and starts after the selected delay.
Press and hold Start/Stop for three seconds if you want
to cancel the Delayed start option.
NOTE!
Remember to press the Start/Stop button to start the
program.
Set time
Press the option button several times – or hold it in – to
set the desired program time for Time program. You can
choose a program time between 30 minutes and 3 hours.
Time saver
This option shortens the program time, but uses more
energy and water. This option can be selected with the
Platters & Pans, Normal wash, and Everyday ware
programs.
7Press Start/Stop and close the
door
The display flashes three times with the remaining
time to indicate that the program has started. Close the
door properly, otherwise the dishwasher will not start. The
display indicates if the door is open.
NOTE!
If the machine does not start within 2 minutes of the last
button press, the display returns to showing the last
program run.
Stopping or changing a program
If you want to change programs after starting the
dishwasher, open the door then press and hold Start/Stop
for three seconds. Add more detergent if the lid of the
detergent dispenser has opened. Then choose a new
program, press Start/Stop, and close the door.
Do you want to add more dishes?
Open the door. The dishwasher stops automatically. Add
the dishes, close the door, and the dishwasher resumes
the program.
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If the dishwasher is turned off using the
main power switch or due to a power
failure
If the program was not finished, the interrupted program
resumes when power is restored.
NOTE!
During drying, the program is interrupted if the power is
cut or the door is open for more than 2 minutes.
8After dishwashing
Once the program has finished, "End" appears on
the display.
A buzzer also sounds at the end of the program. See the
section Settings, which describes how to change this
function.
Once the dishwasher has finished, it uses only standby
power. Turn off the dishwasher using the main power
switch if you want to completely cut the power. Turn off
the water supply valve after each use.
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Do as follows to open the settings menu:
First, open the door. Turn off the dishwasher using the main power switch (press and hold). Release the
button.
1.
Press and hold the main power switch until the display lights up.2.
Within five seconds, press and hold the Program selector and the Long dry button.3.
PROGPROG
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Release the buttons when the display shows .4.
TIP!
Be sure to press right on the symbols, so as not to inadvertently activate any other button. Try again if
you fail to open the settings menu the first time.
Press to save the setting value and continue to the next
setting.
Current setting.
Current setting value.
Press to browse between setting values.
You can now adjust the following settings:
DescriptionSettingsOptionsButton
press
You can activate the child lock (button lock) op-
tion to prevent children from starting the dishwash-
er.
Press the High temperature and Long dry buttons
simultaneously to temporarily deactivate the
button lock when you want to start the dishwash-
er. The button lock is automatically reactivated
after 2 minutes.
Child lock
(button lock)
(Off)
(On)
Press Start/Stop to save the setting value and continue to the next setting.
If you do not want to change any other settings, keep pressing Start/Stop to step through the entire settings menu.
The dishwasher uses a buzzer to indicate when
a program is finished or when a fault has oc-
curred.
Buzzer volume
(Off)
(Low)
(High)
Press Start/Stop to save the setting value and continue to the next setting.
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Settings