Candy A 9002 Operation manual

A 9002
Installation - Use -
Maintenance
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Plug it in
Plug the appliance into the power socket.
If the plug we supply does not fit
• CUT IT OFF AND DESTROY IT!
You can't use it on other appliances, and the exposed wires could be
dangerous if anyone plugged it in.
• Fit a suitable plug, as follows:
Connect to the terminal in the plug
green and yellow wire marked with the letter E,
OR marked with the Earth symbol,
OR coloured green,
OR coloured green and yellow.
blue wire marked N
OR coloured black.
brown wire marked L
OR coloured red.
Safety Instructions INSTALLATION
After unpacking, adjust the height of the dishwasher.
For the dishwasher to work correctly it must be level. Adjust the feet so
that the machine does not tilt by more than 2 degrees. If it you need to
move the machine after removing the packaging, do not try to lift it by
thebottomofthedoor.Followtheinstructionsinfigure8.Openthedoor
slightly and lift the machine by holding on the top.
Important:whentheappliancelocationisoncarpetfloors,attention
must be paid so as to ensure that there is no obstruction to the
bottom vents.
Make sure that the plug on the appliance remains accessible after
installation.
This appliance complies with Directives 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC
and following changes.
For U.K. only (240 V)
Please read the instructions in this booklet carefully because they contain
importantinformationonhowtoinstall,useandmaintainyourdishwashersafely
as well as containing useful tips on how to make the most of it.
Keep this booklet carefully for future reference.
There are certain basic safety rules which are valid for any domestic appliance.
They are the following:
-never touch the appliance when your hands or feet are wet or damp
-do not use it when your feet are bare
-do not remove the plug from the mains supply socket by pulling the mains
cable or the machine itself
-do not leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, sun etc)
-do not let children (or others incapable of operating it) use the machine
without supervision
-make sure that the plug fitted to the machine is compatible with the power
supply socket. If it is not, get a suitably qualified person to fit the correct type,
and to make sure that the cables to the mains socket are able to cope with
the power rating of the appliance
-ensure that the dishwasher does not crush power cables
-ifthereisawatersofteningdeviceinstalledinthehomethereisnoneedtoadd
salt to the water softener fitted in the dishwasher
-the dishwasher is designed for normal kitchen utensils.
Objects that have been contamined by petrol, paint, traces of steel or iron,
corrosive chemicals, acids or alkalis must not be washed in the dishwasher
-if you wish to dispose of an old dishwasher be careful to remove the door to
eliminate the risk of children becoming trapped inside it
-the dishwasher has been made from materials which can be recycled so that
it can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way
-in general it is not advisable to use adaptors, multiple plugs and/or extension
cables
If the appliance breaks down or stops working properly, switch it off, turn off the
water supply and do not tamper with it. Repair work should only be carried out
by an approved service agent and only genuine spare parts should be fitted.
Any failure to follow the above advice may have serious consequences for the
safety of the appliance.
Contents
Electrical connection (220-230 V)
This appliance complies with all the international safety standards and
is fitted with a 3 pin plug with earth connection to ensure complete
earthing of the product.
In the absence of adequate earthing you will notice that when touching
themetalpartsofyourapplianceanelectricaldispersioncanbefeltdue
to the presence of a radio interference suppressor.
Before connecting the appliance to the mains supply it is important to
ensure:
– That the supply socket is properly earthed.
– That your electricity supply is capable of meeting the consump-
tion requirements listed on the rating plate of your appliance.
Important:manufacturerdeclinesallresponsibilityforanydamages
due to nonearthing of the machine.
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Installation diagrams
Safety instructions
Installing the machine
Using your dishwasher
Maintenance
What to do if something goes wrong
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"WARNING"
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
Fuses and plugs
This appliance should be used only on a
socket with a minimum rating of 13 Amp.
Our ready-fitted plug is already equipped
with a 13 amp fuse which is BS 1362 ASTA approved.
Any replacement should be exactly the same.
If the fuse cover is lost, do not use the plug until it is replaced.
A correct replacement fuse cover (obtainable from your dealer
or Electricity Board) must be the same colour as shown or na-
med on the insert on the base of the plug.
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Installation in fitted kitchens
Fitting between existing cabinets
Theheightofthedishwasher,85cm.,hasbeendesignedinorder
toallowthemachine to be fitted betweenexistingcabinetsofthe
same height in modern fitted kitchens. The feet can be adjusted
so that correct height is reached.
Thelaminated topofthemachinedoesnotrequireanyparticular
care since it is heatproof, scratchproof and stainproof (fig. 5).
The working top can be easily adjusted to line it with the top of
existingcabinets;thisisdonebymovingitby5mm.eachtimeup
to a maximum of 25 mm.
To adjust it, unscrew the two screws at the back and fix the top
in the position required (fig. 7).
Underneath existing working top
Inmostmodernfittedkitchensthereisonlyonesingleworkingtop
under which cabinets and electrical appliances are fitted.
Inthiscase removetheworking topofthe dishwasherbyunscre-
wing the screws under the rear edge of the top (fig. 7).
Theheightwillthenbereducedto82cm.,asscheduledbytheIn-
ternationalRegulations(ISO)andthedishwasherwillfitperfectly
under the kitchen working top (fig. 6).
Fitting panels (some models only)
The frames around the door, present only in some models, allow
decorative panels to be fitted, up to 5 mm. thick, and with the
following dimensions:
width 591 mm. ±1
height 597 mm. ±1
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Water connection
The inlet and drain hoses can be directed to left or right.
The dishwasher can be connected to either cold or hot water,
as long as it is no hotter than 60 °C.
Water pressure must be between 0,08 MPa and 0,8 MPa. If the
pressureisbelowtheminimumconsultourservicedepartmentfor
advice.
Theinlet hosemust beconnected toa tapsothatthewatersupply
can be cut off when the machine is not in use (fig.1 B).
The dishwasher is fitted with 3/4" threaded connector (fig. 2).
ConnectinlethoseAtowatertapBwith a3/4"attachmentmaking
sure that it has been properly tightened.
If calcareous deposits or sand are present in the water, it is
advisable to obtain the appropriate filter, art. 9226085, from the
Service Centre (fig. 3).
The filter Dmust be inserted between the tap Band the inlet hose
A, remembering to fit the washer C.
Ifthedishwasherisconnectedtonewpipesortopipeswhichhave
notbeenin usefora longtimerun waterthroughfor afewminutes
before connecting the inlet hose. In this way no deposits of sand
or rust will clog up the water inflow filter.
Connecting the outlet hose
Theoutlethoseshoulddishargeintoastandpipe,makingsurethat
there are no kinks (fig. 4).
The standpipe must not be less than 40 cm. above floor level and
itmusthaveaninternaldiameterofatleast4cm.Itisadvisableto
fit an anti-odour air trap (fig. 4 x).
Ifnecessarytheoutlethosecanbeextendedupto2,6m,provided
that it is kept at a maximum height of 85 cm. above floor level.
The hose can be hooked over the side of the sink (it must not be
immersedin water,inordertoprevent waterfrom beingsyphoned
back to the machine when this is in operation) (fig. 4 y).
Wheninstallingtheapplianceunderaworktopthehosepipeclamp
mustbeattached to thewallin the highestpossibleposition under
the worktop (fig. 4 z).
Check that there are no kinks in the inlet and outlet hoses.
If it is necessary to lengthen the inlet pipe, an extension pipe can
be fitted.

USING YOUR DISHWASHER
Opening the door
Put your hand into the recess and push upwards.
Ifthemachine comes openwhileit is working,anelectrical safety
device automatically switches everything off.
For the machine to work properly, the door should not be
opened while it is in operation.
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Loading dishes
To load dishes
For good washing results it is important to remove any remains
from the dishes (bones, tooth picks, the remains of meat and
vegetables)toavoid blocking thefilters,water outlet andwashing
arm nozzles and, as a result, reduce washing efficiency.
Try not to rinse the dishes before loading them into the dish-
washer.
Ifsaucepansand oven dishesareparticularlyencrusted withthe
remainsofburntorroastfood,itisadvisabletoleavethemtosoak
before washing.
Using the upper basket
The upper basket is provided with mobile racks hooked to the
sides of the basket which can be regulated in two positions:
upright and lowered. In the lowered position the racks may be
usedforteaandcoffeecups,kitchenknivesandladles.Glasses
with stems may be safely hung on the ends of the racks.
Glasses, cups, saucers and dessert plates may be loaded
under the racks.
Soup plates and ordinary plates may be loaded with the rack in
the upright position.
Plates should be loaded vertically with the bottom of the plate
towards the back of the dishwasher with a space between each
plate to allow water to pass freely.
It is advisable to load plates of the same size together in order
to utilize maximum basket capacity.
Plates may be loaded in a single row (Fig. 1) or on both rows
(Fig. 2).
It is advisable to load large plates (approx. 270 mm.) slightly
tilted towards the rear to facilitate introduction of the basket into
the machine.
Salad bowls and other plastic bowls may also be loaded on the
upper basket. It is advisable to block these in place so that the
jets of water do not make them overturn.
Theupperbaskethas been designed to offermaximumflexibility
in use and can be loaded with up to 24 plates on two rows, up
to 30 glasses on five rows or a mixed load.
Using the lower basket
Saucepans, oven dishes, tureens, salad bowls, lids, serving
dishes, dinner plates, soup plates and ladles can be loaded on
the lower basket.
Place the cutlery in the plastic cutlery holder with the handles
pointing upwards.
Placethecutleryholder on the lower basket (fig. 3), making sure
that the cutlery does not get in the way of the rotating arms.
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Closing the door
Place the baskets in the machine.
Make sure that both the spray arms are free to rotate and are not
obstructed by cutlery, crockery or pans.
Close the door, pressing on it to make sure it is firmly shut.
The filtration system is made up of:
- The central cup, which retains the coarsest
dirt.
- The filter plate, that filters the dish water
continuously.
- The microfilter, under the filter plate which
traps even the smallest specks of dirt to en-
sure excellent rinsing.
Every time the machine is used, before you wash the pots, you should pass the filters
under a wide open water tap, brush them as necessary with a small laundry brush to
remove dirt and examine them carefully. In this fashion you can get the best washing
results. To remove filters, grip the whole filter (fig. 9 "B") by the handle and lift it up.
The central filter cup may be removed to assure easy cleaning.
Very little maintenance work is necessary for this model equipped with Self-
cleaningMicrofilter and the filter assembly should be inspected once fortnightly.
After each wash, make sure that the central filter cup is not clogged.
Beware:afteryou havecleaned the filters,make sure thatthey are fittedtogether
correctly and that the filter plate is fitted properly to the bottom of the appliance.
Theappliancewillnotworkproperlywhenthefilterassemblyisfittedincorrectly.
Important: do not use the dishwasher without the filter.
Preliminary operations and cleaning the filters

A standard daily load is represented in Figs.
1, 2 and 3.
Upper basket (Fig. 1)
A= soup plates
B= dinner plates
C= dessert plates
D= saucers
E= cups
F= glasses
Upper basket (Fig. 2)
A= soup plates
B= dinner plates
C= dessert plates
D= saucers
E= cups
F= glasses with stems
G= glasses
H= single section cutlery basket
Lower basket (Fig. 3)
A= medium-sized saucepan
B= large saucepan
C= frying pan
D= lids
E= tureens, serving dishes
F= cutlery
G= oven dishes
The correct and rational loading of dishes is
essential for good washing results.
12 international place load (Ref. I.E.C. 436
- NFC 73176 - DIN 44990).
Correct loading for the upper basket is
indicated in Fig. 4 and for the lower basket in
Fig. 5. Fig. 6 cutlery basket (equipped with
handle and side racks on some models only.
Upper basket (Fig. 4)
A= 6 + 6 glasses
B= 12 saucers
C= 4 + 4 + 4 cups
D= small bowl
E= medium bowl
F= large bowl
Lower basket (Fig. 5)
G= 8 + 4 soup plates
H= 11 + 1 dinner plates
I= 12 dessert plates
L= serving dish
M= cutlery
Cutlery basket (fig. 6)
Place the side racks in the lower position and
fillwith6teasppons(A)and6dessertspoons
(B); in the spaces left insert cutlery with the
handles down.
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1/2 mixed load (fig. 1)
A= glasses
B= cups
C= soup plates
D= dinner plates
E= dessert plates
F= saucers
G= saucepan
H= lid
I= Irying pan
L= medium bowl
M= small bowl
1/2 charge standard (fig. 2)
A= 6 glasses
B= 5 + 1 cups
C= serving dish
D= 6 soup plates
E= 6 dinner plates
F= 6 dessert plates
G= 6 saucers
H= medium bowl
I= small bowl
Place the cutlery in the plastic cutlery holder
on the lower basket.
Removable section (fig. 7)
Lower basket has a removable sector in the
front, for easier loading of salad bowls,
saucepans and lids. (Some models only).
Cutlery basket (fig. 8)
The cutlery basket is made with two
detachable parts which will enable various
loading options (see fig. 2 standard load).
The two parts can be detached by sliding the
left section away from the right section.
Half load wash upper basket (some models only)
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Filling the detergent container
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It is essential to use a specific dishwasher
detergent either in powder, liquid or tablet
form.
Finish gives very good results and can be
easily obtained.
Unsuitable detergents (like those for washing
up by hand) do not contain the proper
ingredients for use in a dishwasher and stop
the dishwasher from working correctly.
Normal wash
Thedetergentcontainer isinsidethe door(fig.
9 “C”). If the lid of the container is closed it is
sufficient to press the button to open. At the
endofeverywashcyclethelidisalwaysopen
and ready for the next time the dishwasher is
used.
The amount of detergent to be used varies
accordingtohowdirtythedishestobewashed
are and on the type of dishes to be washed.
We advise using 20-30 gr. of detergent in the
wash section of detergent compartment (1).
After pouring the detergent into the con-
tainer close the lid.
Since not all detergents are the same the
instructions on the boxes of detergent can
vary. We should just like to remind users that
too little detergent does not clean the dishes
properly whilst too much detergent not only
does not produce better results but is also a
waste. Do not use an excessive amount of
detergent help to limit damage to the envi-
ronment at the same time.
Wash with soaking cycle (some models
only)
Ifsettingtheintensive washprogramme, ase-
conddoseofabout20gr.ofdetergent(1table-
spoon) must be added to the machine in the
prewash section of detergent compartment
(2).
Foruniversalprogrammeadd5gr.Thisdose
shouldbeplaceddirectlyintheprewashsection
of detergent compartment (2).
General programme comparison (see programmes selection)
Ref. NFC 73 176 Standards:
Ref. IEC 436 Standards:
1) Upper basket position: low
2) Normal load
3) Shine setting: 3
4) Amount of detergent:
– 5 gr. for pre-wash
– 25 gr. for wash.
Ref. DIN 44 990 Standards:
Ref. EN 50242 Standards:
1) Upper basket position: low
2) Normal load
3) Shine setting: 3
4) Amount of detergent:
– 25 gr. for wash.
Adjustment of the upper basket (some models only)
If 27 cm to 31 cm plates are normally used, load them onto the
lower basket after the upper basket has been placed in its upper
position and proceed as follows:
1) Turn the front stops Aoutwards.
2) Take out the basket and remount it in the upper position.
3) Replace the blocks Ain their original position.
Dishes that are bigger than 20 cm in diameter can now no longer
be loaded onto the upper basket and the mobile supports cannot
be used when the basket is in the upper position.
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Filling the rinse aid container
On the right of the detergent container the
rinse aid container can be found: it has a
capacity of about 130 ml. (Fig 9 "D"). Turn the
cap (3) anticlockwise and pour the liquid that
will last several washes, up to the maximum
level shown. Replace the cap.
The rinse aid, which is automatically released
during the last rinsing cycle, helps the dishes
to dry quickly and prevents the formation of
spots and stains.
It is always advisable to use rinse aid.
Itispossibletochecktherinseaidlevelthrough
theindicatoreyewhichissituatedinthecentre
of the dispenser (4).
Regulating the rinse aid from 1 to 6
The regulator is placed under the cap (3) and
canbeturnedusingacoin.Therecommended
position is 3.
Thelimestonecontentof the water considera-
blyaffectstheformationofscaleandthedrying
performance.
Itisthereforeimportanttoregulatethequantity
of rinse aid to achieve good washing results.
If,afterthewash,streaksoccuronthedishes,
decreasetheamountbyoneposition.Ifwhitish
spotsoccur,increasetheamountby oneposi-
tion.
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Water softener
According to the area, tap water contains a
variable amount of mineral and calcareous
salts which deposit on dishes leaving stains
and white deposits.
The higher the concentration of these salts,
the harder the water.
Thismachineisprovidedwithawatersoftener
which uses a specific regenerator salt which
softens the water for dish-washing purposes.
The water softener can treat water with hard-
ness between 16 and 60°F (French degrees)
by means of five different settings.
The local Water Board can supply the degree
of hardness of the water in your area.
The following table illustrates the level
corresponding to the hardness of the water of
your area and indications as to necessary
setting adjustments:
* The water softener is set by the factory at
level2asthissatisfiesmostuserrequirements.
If the water in your area is at level 1, it is not
necessary to use regenerator salt or carry out
any adjustments since the water is already
soft.
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Water softener adjustment
Level
1
*2
3
4
5
Hardness
of water
°F French
Degrees
0 - 16
17 - 35
36 - 49
50 - 59
over 60
Use of
regenerator
salt
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
Water
Softener
Adjustment
NO
NO
YES
NO
YES
Approx.
No.
Washes
50
40
30
20
Machine
Adjustment
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
3
4
3

Some models are provided with an indicator
lightwhichsignalssaltconsumption.Thesignal
will appear according to one of two systems:
–
–
Othermodelsareprovidedwithablindcap.In
this case, the salt level must be checked
periodically according to the water softener
system adjustment indicated in the table on
page 57.
Important:the appearanceofwhite stainson
dishes is generally an important sign that the
salt container needs filling.
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Water softener adjustment
(for levels 3 and 5)
If the water in your area is at levels 3 or 5,
proceed as follows:
- removethelowerbasket,unscrewandremo-
ve the cap of the salt container on the
bottom of the tub;
- rotate the setting two positions from the
– position to the + position with the help
of a screwdriver or knife blade.
Machine adjustment
(for levels 4 and 5)
If the water in your area is at level 4 or 5,
proceed as follows:
- remove the top basket
-cutoffthesmallplasticcapprotudingfromthe
vent on the right side of the tub.
Warning: Use salt regularly from level 2
upwards, as instructed in the following
paragraph.
Salt loading indicator
an electric light on the control panel which
lights up when it is necessary to reload the
salt container;
the salt container cap with a green mobile
light which remains visible as long as there
is enough salt for regeneration purposes.
Whenthegreensurfaceisdepressedinside
the cap, more salt must be loaded.
Loading the salt
The dishwasher is fitted with a softener which
clears the water of lime which could cause
scale and damage the dishwasher.
Onthebottomofthemachinethereisacontai-
ner for the salt for regenerating the softener.
The filter medium of the softening plant must
be reactivated with dishwasher water softener
regenerating salt.
Other types of salt contain small quantities of
insoluble particles which over a long period of
time may affect and deteriorate the softener
performance.
In order to introduce the salt, unscrew the tap
of the container, on the bottom and then refill
the container.
Duringthisoperationalittlewaterwilloverflow;continueinanycasetointroducethesalt
until the container is filled. When the container is filled, clean the thread of salt residue
and retighten the tap.
If it is not necessary to carry out washing immediately, insert programme Prewash so
that the salt solution which has overflowed is discharged from the washing tank.
Salt capacity of the container is from 1.5 to 1.8 Kg. and for efficient dishwasher
functioning the container must be filled periodically according to the water softener
system adjustement indicated in the table on page 57.
Important: it is necessary to add water until the container overflows. Only install the
dishwasher after completely filling the salt container.
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Thisdishwasheroffersyouawiderangeofwashprogrammesso
thatyoucanchoosethemostsuitableoneaccordingtowhattype
of dishes you have to get clean and on how dirty they are.
Refer to the PROGRAMME LIST to choose the most suitable
programme.
Useful hints
Inordertoavoidanydrippingfromthetoprack,removethe lower
rack first.
Ifthedishes are to beleftinthe machine forsometime,leave the
doorajar, soastoletsomeaircirculate andto improvethedrying
performance.
Selecting the programme