Asko DFI777UXXL User manual

USER MANUAL
Dishwasher
EN
DFI777UXXL

3Your dishwasher ........................................
3Push to open ................................................
4Safety instructions .....................................
5Child lock .....................................................
5Installation ....................................................
5Overflow guard function ..............................
5Winter storage/Transport .............................
5Packaging ....................................................
5Disposal .......................................................
6Before washing for the first time ..............
6Water hardness ............................................
7Basic settings ..............................................
8Top up rinse aid ...........................................
8Top up salt ...................................................
9Top up auto dose .........................................
10Greener dishwashing ................................
10The dishwasher saves energy and water .....
11Loading the dishwasher ............................
11Fragile dishes ..............................................
11Loading affects the results ..........................
12The dishwasher's baskets ...........................
12Top cutlery tray ............................................
13Upper basket ...............................................
14Middle basket ..............................................
16Lower basket ...............................................
18Cutlery basket ..............................................
19Using the dishwasher ................................
19Add detergent ..............................................
20On/Off ..........................................................
20Select program ............................................
22Select program mode ..................................
23Select option ................................................
23Start/Stop .....................................................
24Status light ...................................................
24If you want to load more dishes ...................
24
If the dishwasher is turned off due to a power
failure ...........................................................
25Once the program has finished ...................
25How to get the best drying results ...............
25Unloading the dishwasher ...........................
26Program chart ............................................
27WiFi connection .........................................
27Connect Life .................................................
27Preparations .................................................
27Connect to network and pair .......................
27Remote control the dishwasher ...................
28Remote start the dishwasher .......................
28Pair more devices ........................................
28WiFi connection Off / WiFi connection On ....
28Remove all devices ......................................
29Settings .......................................................
33Care and cleaning ......................................
33Top up rinse aid ...........................................
33Top up salt ...................................................
34Top up auto dose .........................................
34Clean the filters ............................................
36Cleaning the spray arms and spray pipes ...
37Clean the outside of the dishwasher ...........
37Run Self-cleaning .........................................
38Remove blockages ......................................
40Troubleshooting .........................................
41General ........................................................
47WiFi ..............................................................
48Installation ..................................................
48Safety instructions ........................................
49Setup ............................................................
49Drainage connection ...................................
49Connection to water supply .........................
50Electrical connection ...................................
51Service ........................................................
51Information about your product ...................
51Contact your nearest service centre ............
52Technical data and energy labelling ........
52Technical data .............................................
52Information for consumers ...........................
52Information for test institute ..........................
52EU declaration of conformity .......................
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
Option Auto Open
Option Delayed Start
On/Off
WiFi
Flashes when connecting
Auto dose activated
Top up auto dose
Remote control active
Symbols on the display:
Top up rinse aid
Text on the display:
Clean the filters
Run Self-cleaning
See the chapter Care and cleaning.
Install the dishwasher, see the chapter Installation. Then lightly press the middle of the upper part
of the door to open the dishwasher. Press .
"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 6.
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.)
Push to open
The dishwasher door can be opened without a handle.
Lightly press the middle of the
upper part of the dishwasher door.
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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.
•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 mains cables must only be replaced by a qualified
electrician.
•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.
WARNING!
Knives and other pointed items must be placed with the points
down in the cutlery basket or horizontally in other baskets.
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Safety instructions

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 function
The overflow guard 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 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 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).
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.
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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/ll) 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 7 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
Lightly press the middle of the upper part of the door to open the dishwasher. 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 0/1/2/3/4/52.
The rinse aid dispenser can be adjusted between 0 (Off)
and 5 (High dosage).
Pre-selected at factory: 4
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
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.
Pre-selected at factory: 4
Activate this setting when using an all-in-one detergent that
contains rinse aid.
TAB On/Off4.
This setting reduces the rinse aid dosage.
Pre-selected at factory: Off
Activate this setting if you want to use automatic detergent
dispensing.
Auto dose 0 ml - 40 ml5.
The exact dosage depends on which program is running.
For the Auto program, the dosage also depends on how
dirty the dishes are.
Pre-selected at factory: 0 ml (Off)
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. 630 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 detergent dispenser compartment with dishwasher detergent gel if you have
activated the Auto dose setting.
Lift up to open
1. Open the lid of the automatic dishwasher detergent gel dispenser.
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.
Detergent is dispensed
from here
The compartment can
be lifted out for cleaning
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent gel for automatic dosing! Do not use dishwasher detergent
powder. Washing up liquid must not be used as the foam that forms prevents the dishwasher
from operating effectively.
Dosing of dishwasher detergent gel
Dishwasher detergent gel is dispensed during the main wash for all programs except for Self-cleaning.
Dishwasher detergent gel is also dosed during the prewash in the following programs:
Auto
Universal
Intensive
Time program
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Before washing for the first time

The dishwasher saves 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 –Auto Open
Better drying results are achieved if you use the Auto Open 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.
Connection to hot water supply
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
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
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. Push in the two locking handles on either side to lower the upper basket.
Middle basket
The middle basket with the spray pipe is suitable for low items.
The middle basket's cutlery basket has space for ladles, whisks, serving cutlery and similar items.
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Loading the dishwasher

Washing larger items
If large items are to be washed in the lower basket, either the middle basket’s two baskets 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 angle it upwards at the front. The entire middle
basket can now be lifted out (lift both sides at the same time).
For reassembly, follow the same process in reverse order. Insert the middle basket at an angle, and
lower both sides at the same time.
Accessory
Buy an extra wire basket with spray pipes for your middle basket. With this extra wire basket in the
middle basket, you can wash more low items, such as glasses, cups and bowls. This accessory is
available where you bought the dishwasher.
Wire basket
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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
Adjustable power zones
The dishwasher's two adjustable 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 with the points down in the cutlery basket or
horizontally in other 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 an extra 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 detergent dispenser 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 the automatic detergent
dispenser! Too much detergent can result in less effective dishwashing and also entails greater
environmental impact.
Manual detergent compartment
Press to open Close the lid
Prewash detergent Main wash detergent
The detergent compartment must be dry when adding detergent. There is one compartment for the
prewash and one for the main wash. If powder or liquid dishwasher detergent is used, you can add
a small amount of the detergent to the prewash compartment. Contact the detergent manufacturer
if you have questions about the detergent.
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent! Washing up liquid must not be used as the foam that forms
prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs (less than 75 minutes). Use powder
or liquid dishwasher detergent instead.
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 and deactivate the Rinse aid setting, when using an all-in-one detergent
that contains rinse aid.
NOTE!
Optimal washing and drying results are achieved by using normal detergent together with
separately dispensed rinse aid and salt.
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Using the dishwasher

Start/Stop
Select program modeSelect program Select option
On/Off
On/Off
Open the door and press . Also turn on the water tap if it is turned off.
Select program
Eco is always pre-selected. To select another program, press or until the desired program is
shown on the display.
Select a program to suit the type of dishes and how dirty they are.
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.
You can read more about greener dishwashing in the chapter Greener dishwashing.
For heavily soiled dishes with a lot of grease, a program with higher temperatures should be used.
Auto
The dishwasher can measure how dirty the dishes are and adjust water consumption and temperature
accordingly. When newly installed, the program needs to be run five times before it is fully adapted
and can provide the best results.
If Top up auto dose dose is activated, the dosage of dishwasher detergent gel is also adjusted.
Universal
An effective program for daily use for slightly dried leftovers. (This program is not intended for burnt
food, such as on oven dishes.)
Intensive
A program with a high temperature for dissolving grease on very dirty dishes, such as pans, casserole
dishes and oven dishes. If these dishes do not completely fill the dishwasher, you can add plates
and other dishes.
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Using the dishwasher