Atag VA6111AF User manual

Atag VA6111AF

SOI/TD - PR 2 599 38 70-09

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1ACCESSIBILITY.....................................................................................................................................4
1.1 To access the components from above:.........................................................................................4
1.2 To access the components housed in the base from the front:......................................................4
1.3 To access the components housed in the base from the lower section:........................................4
1.4 To access components from the side:............................................................................................5
2STRUCTURAL CHARACTERISTICS....................................................................................................6
2.1 Door area ........................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Base area........................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Tub area..........................................................................................................................................7
3Open the door to access the following:..................................................................................................7
3.1 Central drain filter............................................................................................................................8
3.2 Large washing filter.........................................................................................................................8
3.3 Lower spray arm .............................................................................................................................8
3.4 Upper spray arm and duct...............................................................................................................8
4Access from above.................................................................................................................................9
4.1 Drying duct/fan (if featured).............................................................................................................9
5Access from the front..............................................................................................................................9
5.1 Sliding guide for upper basket.........................................................................................................9
5.2 Control panel assembly...................................................................................................................9
5.2.1 Timer (electro-mechanic versions)..........................................................................................10
5.2.2 PCB (electronic versions)........................................................................................................10
5.2.3 Door handle.............................................................................................................................10
5.2.4 Pushbutton array.....................................................................................................................10
5.3 External door.................................................................................................................................11
5.4 Beam on floor (fully-integrated versions only, if featured) ............................................................11
5.5 Inner door......................................................................................................................................11
5.6 Latch assembly .............................................................................................................................12
5.7 Integrated dispenser .....................................................................................................................12
5.8 Main electronic board....................................................................................................................12
5.9 Thermostat/temperature and turbidity control sensor...................................................................13
5.10 Regeneration solenoid valve.........................................................................................................13
5.11 Salt sensor (if featured)................................................................................................................14
5.12 Drain pump non-return valve.........................................................................................................14
5.13 Internal feed manifold to the upper spray arm..............................................................................14
6Access from the base...........................................................................................................................15
6.1 Anti-flooding device (if featured) ...................................................................................................15
6.2 Adjustable rear foot (built-in versions only)...................................................................................15
6.3 Sump assembly.............................................................................................................................15
6.4 Water softening system (if featured).............................................................................................16
6.5 Drain pump....................................................................................................................................17
7Access from the sides ..........................................................................................................................18
7.1 Washing motor capacitor ..............................................................................................................18
7.2 External feed manifold to the upper spray arm.............................................................................18
7.3 Supports for upper basket wheels ................................................................................................19
7.4 Lateral front upright.......................................................................................................................19
7.5 Hinges and hinge springs..............................................................................................................19
7.6 Water fill tank.................................................................................................................................20
7.6.1 Models without water softener ................................................................................................20
7.7 Washing motor..............................................................................................................................21
7.8 Level/anti-overflow pressure switches and support......................................................................22
7.9 Tube-enclosed heating element....................................................................................................23
7.10 Fill solenoid valve (if featured) ......................................................................................................23
7.11 Power cable and terminal block with integrated suppressor.........................................................24
7.12 Lower front cross-member............................................................................................................24
7.13 Upper rear cross-member.............................................................................................................24
7.14 Upper front cross-member............................................................................................................24
8Replacing the tub..................................................................................................................................25
9Replacing the base...............................................................................................................................25
Repairs to electrical appliances must be effected by qualified personnel only.
Before accessing internal components, remove the plug from the power socket.

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1 ACCESSIBILITY
1.1 To access the components from above, first
remove the worktop:
(a) Remove the two screws from the rear section.
(b) Push the top forwards and release.
In case of Built-In dishwashers the worktop is a metal plate. It is
fixed by screws to the structure.
1.2 To access the components housed in the base from the front of the appliance:
(a) Plastic plinth in free-standing appliances: Remove the two front screws which secure the plinth in
position, pull the plinth forwards and release it from the side panels.
(b) Metal plinth in built-in appliances: Remove the two front screws which secure the plinth in position.
foot supports (free-standing versions):
(c) Remove the three screws and detach the foot bracket.
and the lower front panel:
(d) Remove the screws which secure it to the structure; turn and pull out from beneath the lower front
cross-member.
1.3 To access the components housed in the base from the lower section, remove
the bottom panel (if featured) as follows:
(a) Remove the inner filters (see 3.1 and 3.2).
(b) Remove any residual water from the sump by
suction, so that it does not flow into the tub and the
pressure switch tubes, then lay the appliance on its
rear panel.
(c) Unscrew and remove the regulation screw from the
rear foot (built-in versions only).
(d) Remove the screws which secure the bottom panel
to the base).
(e) Release the built-in retaining elements placed on
the right and rear side: and remove the bottom
panel by sliding to the right.
(d )
( c)
(c)
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1.4 To access components from the side, remove the relative lateral panel:
(a) First remove the worktop (see 1.1), the plinth and the lower front panel (1.2).
(b) Remove the three rear screws and the upper screw.
(c) Detach the lateral panel from the rear and slide away from the frontal anchor slot.
NB: Before laying the dishwasher on a side panel or on the rear panel
suck the water in the sump, for example by using a syringe, so as the
water does not reach the pressure switch tube or the tub.
(d)
(c)
(e)
(b)

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2 STRUCTURAL CHARACTERISTICS
The appliance may be considered as consisting of three major assemblies:
DOOR AREA - BASE AREA - TUB AREA
The entire structure is enclosed by a series of removable parts such as the worktop, the door, two lateral
panels, the plinth and the lower front panel. Removal of these parts facilitates access to the internal
components from above, from the front, from the sides and from the base of the appliance.
2.1 Door area
Control panel assembly
External door
Internal door
Hinge
Hinge pin
Lower door seal
Door latch assembly
Integrated dispenser
Electronic board
2.2 Base area
Base
Removable bottom panel (if featured)
Adjustable feet
Foot brackets (free-standing versions)
Adjustable rear foot (central) (built-in and fully-integrated versions)
Main electronic board (if featured)
Anti-flooding device (if featured)
Wash pump capacitor
Integrated terminal block/power cable/suppressor
Washing motor
Tube-enclosed heating element
Drain pump
Drain pump non-return valve
Fill solenoid valve (if featured)
Regeneration solenoid valve (if featured)
Plinth
Counterweight (free-standing versions, if featured)
Water softening system (if featured)
Salt sensor (if featured)
Level pressure switch
Anti-overflow pressure switch

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2.3 Tub area
Tub
Fitted externally to the tub:
Lateral uprights
Upper rear cross-member
Upper front cross-member
Lower front cross-member
Supports for upper basket wheels
External feed manifold to the upper spray arm
Sump assembly
Thermostat/temperature sensor + turbidity sensor
Water fill tank (short or long)
Drying duct/fan (if featured)
Fitted inside the tub:
Sliding guides for upper basket
Central drain filter
Large washing filter
Lower spray arm
Upper spray arm
Internal feed manifold to the upper spray arm
Upper/lower basket
Cap for water softening system (if featured)
Steam venting ring
3 Open the door to access the following:
1. Guides/wheel supports for upper basket
2. Regulation knob for water softening system (if
featured)
3. Salt reservoir cap (if featured)
4. Integrated detergent/rinse-aid dispenser
5. Control panel assembly
6. Serial number plate
7. Central drain filter
8. Large washing filter
9. Lower spray arm
10. Upper spray arm
11. Upper/lower basket (*)
12. Worktop (free-standing versions only)
(*) When replacing the EASY LIFT drum regulation assemblies, it is advisable to immerse them in hot water
for a few minutes, since they are easier to fit when softened.

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(a) (c)
(d)(b)
3.1 Central drain filter
(a) From inside the tub, use the lever to rotate the filter assembly about 45° in a counter-clockwise
direction, and remove the assembly from its housing.
(b) Use the central ring to pull the coarse-mesh filter (a or A) and remove from the fine-mesh filter (b, if
featured). Separate the microfilter (c or B) from filter (a or A).
3.2 Large washing filter
(a) After removing the central drain filter (see 3.1), remove the filter (d) from the bottom of the tub.
3.3 Lower spray arm
(a) After removing the lower basket, pull the spray arm
upwards, gripping it by the central hub.
3.4 Upper spray arm and duct
(a) After extracting the upper basket rotate and open the front stops: remove the upper basket from the
guide.
(b) Detach the spray arm from the duct using a very fine-tipped screwdriver. Take care not to damage
the surface of the spray arm.
To inspect the membrane valve fitted to the duct:
(c) Use a tool to release the two rear tabs and completely detach the duct from the basket.
(d) Release the four anchor tabs which secure it to the bottom of the duct and remove the valve support.
NB: While remounting the spray arm, pay attention not to break the plastic hooks.

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4 Access from above
4.1 Drying duct/fan (if featured)
(a) Remove the worktop (see 1.1)
(b) Raise gently and detach the duct from the water fill tank,
taking care not to damage the sponge sealing element
between the tank and the duct.
(c) From inside the tub, detach the intake ring by pressing the four
hooks.
(d) Carefully lift the duct and remove it.
(e) Detach the connector to the fan.
(f) In order to inspect or replace the drive belt, detach the upper cover from the fan taking care not to
damage the plastic hooks.
5 Access from the front
5.1 Sliding guide for upper basket
(a) Remove the upper basket (see 3.4.a).
(b) Remove the rear arrest by releasing the anchor tab and
pulling upwards.
(c) Remove the guide from the supports.
5.2 Control panel assembly
(a) Remove the door, then remove the six self-tapping screws
which secure the control panel to the inner door.
(b) Supporting the control panel assembly, remove from the
inner door.
(c) Detach the electrical connections.
The following components (if featured) are fitted inside the control
panel and secured by screws or pressure-fitted:
Timer (electromechanical versions)/Power-Display board
Knob assembly
Door handle
Pushbutton array
Pilot lights
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5.2.1 Timer (electro-mechanic versions)
(a) First remove the cover, then the two screws which secure the timer to the control panel.
(b) Pull out the knob/flange assembly.
Important: On certain series of dishwasher with different stylings, it is necessary to remove the knob before
removing the timer.
5.2.2 PCB (electronic versions)
(a) Detach the electrical connections
(b) Use a tool to release the four lateral anchor tabs
(c) Remove the board and its casing from the control panel.
(d) Release the light diffuser, if featured.
5.2.3 Door handle
(a) Use a screwdriver to release the handle pins from the
holes in the control panel.
(b) Remove the counterspring.
5.2.4 Pushbutton array
(a) Remove the two screws which secure the support to the control
panel.
(b) Remove the keys (pressure-fitted to the pushbutton array),
taking care not to damage the anchor tabs.
(c) Detach the pushbutton array from the support and detach the
electrical connections.
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b
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(d)