Dieter Knoll Collection DKDT5900XK User manual

DKDT5900XK
User Manual
Dishwasher
Benutzerin‐
formation
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CONTENTS
Safety information 2
Safety instructions 3
Product description 5
Control panel 6
Programme selection 7
Basic settings 9
Before first use 13
Daily use 15
Hints and tips 17
Care and cleaning 19
Troubleshooting 22
Technical information 26
Environmental concerns 27
Subject to change without notice.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully
read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of
incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions
in a safe and accessible location for future reference.
Children and vulnerable people safety
•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
•Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with
very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away
from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
•Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away
from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
•Keep detergents away from children.
•Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the
door is open.
•Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance
of the appliance without supervision.
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General Safety
•This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
–farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and
other working environments;
–by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other
residential type environments.
•Do not change the specification of this appliance.
•The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum)
must be between 0.5 (0.05) / 10 (1.0) bar (MPa)
•Follow the maximum number of 12 place settings.
•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
•WARNING: Knives and other utensils with sharp points
must be loaded in the basket with their points down or
placed in a horizontal position.
•Do not leave the appliance with the open door unattended
to avoid stepping accidentally onto it.
•Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
•Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to
clean the appliance.
•If the appliance has ventilation openings in the base, they
must not be covered e.g. by a carpet.
•The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using
the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be
reused.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Installation
WARNING! Only a qualified
person must install this
appliance.
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Do not use the appliance before
installing it in the built-in structure due
to safety manner.
• Follow the installation instructions
supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use
safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
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• Do not install or use the appliance
where the temperature is less than
0 °C.
• Install the appliance in a safe and
suitable place that meets installation
requirements.
Electrical connection
WARNING! Risk of fire and
electric shock.
• Warning: this appliance is designed to
be installed / connected to a grounding
connection in the building.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the
mains plug and to the mains cable.
Should the mains cable need to be
replaced, this must be carried out by
our Authorised Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket only at the end of the
installation. Make sure that there is
access to the mains plug after the
installation.
• Do not pull the mains cable to
disconnect the appliance. Always pull
the mains plug.
• This appliance is fitted with a 13 A
mains plug. If it is necessary to change
the mains plug fuse, use only a 13 A
ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and Ireland
only).
Water connection
• Do not cause damage to the water
hoses.
• Before connection to new pipes, pipes
not used for a long time, where repair
work has been carried out or new
devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let
the water flow until it is clean and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water
leaks during and after the first use of
the appliance.
• The water inlet hose has a safety valve
and a sheath with an inner mains
cable.
WARNING! Dangerous
voltage.
• If the water inlet hose is damaged,
immediately close the water tap and
disconnect the mains plug from the
mains socket. Contact the Authorised
Service Centre to replace the water
inlet hose.
Use
• Do not put flammable products or items
that are wet with flammable products
in, near or on the appliance.
• Dishwasher detergents are dangerous.
Follow the safety instructions on the
detergent packaging.
• Do not drink and play with the water in
the appliance.
• Do not remove the dishes from the
appliance until the programme is
complete. Some detergent may remain
on the dishes.
• Do not store items or apply pressure on
the open door of the appliance.
• The appliance can release hot steam if
you open the door while a programme
operates.
Service
• To repair the appliance contact the
Authorised Service Centre. Use original
spare parts only.
• Please note that self-repair or non-
professional repair can have safety
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consequences and might void the
guarantee.
• The following spare parts will be
available for 7 years after the model
has been discontinued: motor,
circulation and drain pump, heaters and
heating elements, including heat
pumps, piping and related equipment
including hoses, valves, filters and
aquastops, structural and interior parts
related to door assemblies, printed
circuit boards, electronic displays,
pressure switches, thermostats and
sensors, software and firmware
including reset software. Please note
that some of these spare parts are only
available to professional repairers, and
that not all spare parts are relevant for
all models.
• The following spare parts will be
available for 10 years after the model
has been discontinued: door hinge and
seals, other seals, spray arms, drain
filters, interior racks and plastic
peripherals such as baskets and lids.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this
product and spare part lamps sold
separately: These lamps are intended
to withstand extreme physical
conditions in household appliances,
such as temperature, vibration,
humidity, or are intended to signal
information about the operational status
of the appliance. They are not intended
to be used in other applications and are
not suitable for household room
illumination.
Disposal
WARNING! Risk of injury or
suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the
mains supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent
children and pets to get closed in the
appliance.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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11
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1Upper spray arm
2Lower spray arm
3Filters
4Rating plate
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5Salt container
6Air vent
7Rinse aid dispenser
8Detergent dispenser
9Cutlery basket
10 ComfortLift basket
11 Trigger handle
12 Lower basket handle
13 Upper basket
Beam-on-Floor
The Beam-on-Floor is a light that is
displayed on the floor below the appliance
door.
• A red light comes on when a
programme starts. It remains on for the
duration of the programme.
• A green light comes on when the
programme is complete.
• The red light flashes when the
appliance has a malfunction.
The Beam-on-Floor is off when
the appliance is deactivated.
CONTROL PANEL
1 2 3 4 5 6
1On/Off button / Reset button
2Delay start button
3Display
4Programme buttons
5Option buttons
6 programme button
Display
A AB
A. Indicators
B. Time indicator
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Indicators
Indicator Description
Rinse aid indicator. It is on when the rinse aid dispenser needs refilling. Refer
to "Before first use".
Salt indicator. It is on when the salt container needs refilling. Refer to "Before
first use".
Machine Care indicator. It is on when the appliance needs internal cleaning
with the Machine Care programme. Refer to "Care and cleaning".
Drying phase indicator. It is on when a programme with the drying phase is
selected. It flashes when the drying phase operates. Refer to "Programme
selection".
PROGRAMME SELECTION
Programmes
A B C D E
A. • is the shortest programme
suitable for dishwashing a load with
fresh and light soil.
• is a programme for rinsing off
food remains from the dishes. It
prevents odours forming in the
appliance. Do not use detergent
with this programme.
B. is a programme suitable for
dishwashing a load with fresh and
lightly dried-on soil.
C. is a programme suitable for
dishwashing and drying normally
soiled items.
D. is a programme suitable for
dishwashing and drying heavily soiled
items.
E. is the longest programme
offering the most efficient use of
energy and water consumption for
crockery and cutlery with normal soil.
This is the standard programme for
test institutes.
1)
This programme automatically adjusts the
dishwashing cycle to the type of load.
The appliance senses the degree of soil
and the amount of dishes in the baskets. It
adjusts the temperature and quantity of
water as well as the wash duration.
Options
You can adjust the programme selection
to your needs by activating options.
This option improves the dishwashing
results of the selected programme. It
increases the wash temperature and
duration.
This option protects a delicate load,
glassware in particular, from damaging. It
prevents rapid changes in the
1) This programme is used to assess compliance with the Ecodesign Comission Regulation (EU) 2019/2022.
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dishwashing temperature of the selected
programme and reduces it to 45 °C.
Programmes overview
Pro‐
gramme
Dishwasher
load
Degree of
soil
Programme phases Options
Crockery,
cutlery
Fresh • Dishwashing 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 45 °C
• AirDry
•
•
All All • Prewash Not applicable
Crockery,
cutlery
Fresh, lightly
dried-on
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 50 °C
• AirDry
•
•
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal,
lightly dried-
on
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 55 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
•
•
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal to
heavy, dried-
on
• Prewash
• Dishwashing 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
•
•
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
Normal,
lightly dried-
on
• Prewash
• Dishwashing 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 55 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
•
•
Crockery,
cutlery, pots,
pans
All • Prewash
• Dishwashing 50 -
60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
Not applicable
Machine
Care
For cleaning the appliance in‐
terior. Refer to "Care and
Cleaning".
• Cleaning 70 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse
• AirDry
Not applicable
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Consumption values
Programme
1) 2)
Water (l) Energy (kWh) Duration (min)
11.2 0.620 30
4.8 0.010 15
13.3 0.927 60
12.9 1.043 90
13.2 1.130 160
11.0 0.922 240
12.8 1.120 170
Machine Care 10.4 0.613 60
1) The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options, the quantity of
dishes and the degree of soil can change the values.
2) The values for programmes other than ECO are indicative only.
Information for test institutes
To receive the necessary information for
conducting performance tests (e.g.
according to: EN60436 ), send an email
to:
[email protected]
In your request, include the product
number code (PNC) from the rating plate.
For any other questions regarding your
dishwasher, refer to the service book
provided with your appliance.
BASIC SETTINGS
You can configure the appliance by
changing basic settings according to your
needs.
Num‐
ber
Settings Values Description
1)
1Water hard‐
ness
From level 1L
to level 10L
Adjust the level of the water softener ac‐
cording to the water hardness in your area.
Factory setting: 5L.
2Rinse aid level From level 0A
to level 6A
Adjust the level of the rinse aid according to
the necessary dosage.
Factory setting: 4A.
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Num‐
ber
Settings Values Description
1)
3End sound 1b (on)
0b (off)
Activate or deactivate the acoustic signal for
the end of a programme.
Factory setting: 0b.
4Auto door
open
1o (on)
0o (off)
Activate or deactivate the AirDry.
Factory setting: 1o.
5Key tones 1F (on)
0F (off)
Activate or deactivate the sound of the but‐
tons when pressed.
Factory setting: 1F.
6Latest pro‐
gramme selec‐
tion
1H (on)
0H (off)
Enable or disable the automatic selection of
the most recently used programme and op‐
tions.
Factory setting: 0H.
1) For more details, refer to the information provided in this chapter.
You can change the basic settings in
setting mode. Instructions on how to
configure the appliance are provided
further in this chapter.
When the appliance is in setting mode, the
display shows a digit and a letter. For
each setting, a dedicated letter is
displayed. The dedicated letters are
indicated in the table.
The order of the basic settings presented
in the table is also the order of the settings
in setting mode.
Setting mode
How to navigate in setting mode
You can navigate in setting mode using
programme buttons.
A B C
A. Previous button
B. OK button
C. Next button
Use Previous and Next to switch
between the basic settings and to change
their value.
Use OK to enter the selected setting and
to confirm changing its value.
How to enter setting mode
You can enter setting mode before
starting a programme. You cannot enter
setting mode while the programme is
running.
To enter setting mode, press and hold
simultaneously and for about 3
seconds.
The lights related to the Previous, OK
and Next are on.
How to change a setting
Make sure the appliance is in setting
mode.
1. Use Previous or Next to select the
desired setting.
The display shows the current setting
value (a digit and the dedicated letter).
2. Press OK to enter the setting.
The current setting value flashes.
3. Press Previous or Next to change the
value.
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4. Press OK to confirm the setting.
• The new setting is saved.
• The appliance returns to the basic
settings list.
5. Press and hold simultaneously
and for about 3 seconds to exit
setting mode.
The appliance returns to the programme
selection.
The saved settings remain valid until you
change them again.
The water softener
The water softener removes minerals from
the water supply, which would have a
negative effect on the washing results and
on the appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals,
the harder your water is. Water hardness
is measured in equivalent scales.
The water softener should be adjusted
according to the hardness of the water in
your area. Your local water authority can
advise you on the hardness of the water in
your area. Set the right level of the water
softener to assure good washing results.
Water hardness
German de‐
grees (°dH)
French de‐
grees (°fH)
mmol/l Clarke de‐
grees
Water softener
level
47 - 50 84 - 90 8.4 - 9.0 58 - 63 10
43 - 46 76 - 83 7.6 - 8.3 53 - 57 9
37 - 42 65 - 75 6.5 - 7.5 46 - 52 8
29 - 36 51 - 64 5.1 - 6.4 36 - 45 7
23 - 28 40 - 50 4.0 - 5.0 28 - 35 6
19 - 22 33 - 39 3.3 - 3.9 23 - 27 5
1)
15 - 18 26 - 32 2.6 - 3.2 18 - 22 4
11 - 14 19 - 25 1.9 - 2.5 13 - 17 3
4 - 10 7 - 18 0.7 - 1.8 5 - 12 2
<4 <7 <0.7 < 5 1
2)
1) Factory setting.
2) Do not use salt at this level.
Regardless of the type of detergent
used, set the proper water hardness
level to keep the salt refill indicator
active.
Multi-tabs containing salt are
not effective enough to soften
hard water.
Regeneration process
For the correct water softener operation,
the resin of the softener device needs to
be regenerated regularly. This process is
automatic and is the part of the normal
dishwasher operation.
When the prescribed quantity of water
(see values in the table) has been used
since the previous regeneration process, a
new regeneration process will be initiated
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between the final rinse and the
programme end.
Water softener
level
Amount of water
(l)
1 250
2 100
3 62
4 47
5 25
6 17
7 10
8 5
9 3
10 3
In case of the high water softener setting,
it may occur also in the middle of the
programme, before the rinse (twice during
a programme). Regeneration initiation has
no impact on the cycle duration, unless it
occurs in the middle of a programme or at
the end of a programme with a short
drying phase. In such cases, the
regeneration prolongs the total duration of
a programme by additional 5 minutes.
Subsequently, the rinsing of the water
softener that lasts 5 minutes may begin in
the same cycle or at the beginning of the
next programme. This activity increases
the total water consumption of a
programme by additional 4 litres and the
total energy consumption of a programme
by additional 2 Wh. The rinsing of the
softener ends with a complete drain.
Each performed softener rinse (possible
more than one in the same cycle) may
prolong the programme duration by
another 5 minutes when it occurs at any
point at the beginning or in the middle of a
programme.
All the consumption values
mentioned in this section are
determined in line with the
currently applicable standard in
laboratory conditions with water
hardness 2.5mmol/L (water
softener: level 3) according to
the regulation: 2019/2022 .
The pressure and the
temperature of water as well as
the variations of the mains
supply can change the values.
The rinse aid level
The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes
without streaks and stains. It is
automatically released during the hot rinse
phase. It is possible to set the released
quantity of rinse aid.
When rinse aid chamber is empty, the
rinse aid indicator is on notifying to refill
rinse aid. If the drying results are
satisfactory while using multi-tablets only,
it is possible to deactivate the dispenser
and the indicator. However, for best drying
performance, always use rinse aid and
keep the rinse aid indicator active.
To deactivate the rinse aid dispenser and
indicator, set the level of rinse aid to 0A.
End sound
You can activate an acoustic signal that
sounds when the programme is
completed.
Acoustic signals sound also
when a malfunction of the
appliance occurs. It is not
possible to deactivate these
signals.
AirDry
AirDry improves the drying results. The
appliance door opens automatically during
the drying phase and remains ajar.
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AirDry is automatically activated with all
programmes other than .
The duration of the drying phase and the
door opening time vary depending on the
selected programme and options.
When AirDry opens the door, the display
shows the remaining time of the running
programme.
CAUTION! Do not try to close
the appliance door within 2
minutes after automatic
opening. This can cause
damage to the appliance.
CAUTION! If children have
access to the appliance, we
advise to deactivate AirDry.
The automatic opening of the
door may pose a danger.
When AirDry opens the door,
Beam-on-Floor might not be
completely visible. To see if the
programme is complete, look at
the control panel.
Key tones
The buttons on the control panel make a
click sound when you press them. You
can deactivate this sound.
Latest programme selection
You can set the automatic selection of the
most recently used programme and
options.
The latest programme that was completed
before the appliance deactivation is
saved. It is then selected automatically
after you activate the appliance.
When the latest programme selection is
disabled, the default programme is .
BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Make sure that the current level of
the water softener agrees with the
hardness of the water supply. If not,
adjust the level of the water
softener.
2. Fill the salt container.
3. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
4. Open the water tap.
5. Start the programme to remove
any residuals from the manufacturing
process. Do not use detergent and do
not put dishes in the baskets.
After starting the programme, the
appliance recharges the resin in the water
softener for up to 5 minutes. The washing
phase starts only after this procedure is
complete. The procedure is repeated
periodically.
The salt container
CAUTION! Use rough salt
designed for dishwashers only.
Fine salt increases the risk of
corrosion.
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The salt is used to recharge the resin in
the water softener and to assure good
washing results in daily use.
How to fill the salt container
Make sure that the ComfortLift
basket is empty and locked in
the raised position.
1. Turn the cap of the salt container
counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Put 1 litre of water in the salt container
(only for the first time).
3. Fill the salt container with dishwasher
salt (until it is full).
4. Carefully shake the funnel by its
handle to get the last granules inside.
5. Remove the salt around the opening of
the salt container.
6. Turn the cap of the salt container
clockwise to close the salt container.
CAUTION! Water and salt can
come out of the salt container
when you fill it. After you fill the
salt container, immediately
start the shortest programme to
prevent corrosion. Do not put
dishes in the baskets.
How to fill the rinse aid
dispenser
AB
C
CAUTION! The compartment
(B) is for rinse aid only. Do not
fill it with detergent.
CAUTION! Only use rinse aid
designed specifically for
dishwashers.
1. Open the lid (C).
2. Fill the dispenser (B) until the rinse aid
reaches the marking ''MAX''.
3. Remove the spilled rinse aid with an
absorbent cloth to prevent excessive
foam formation.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the lid
locks into position.
Fill the rinse aid dispenser
when the indicator (A) is clear.
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DAILY USE
1. Open the water tap.
2. Press and hold until the appliance
is activated.
3. Fill the salt container if it is empty.
4. Fill the rinse aid dispenser if it is
empty.
5. Load the baskets.
6. Add the detergent.
7. Select and start a programme.
8. Close the water tap when the
programme is complete.
Using the detergent
AB
C
CAUTION! Only use detergent
specifically designed for
dishwashers.
1. Press the release button (A) to open
the lid (C).
2. Put the detergent (gel, powder or
tablets) in the compartment (B).
3. If the programme has a prewash
phase, put a small quantity of
detergent on the inner part of the
appliance door.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the lid
locks into position.
For information about the
detergent dosage, refer to the
manufacturer's instructions on
the packaging of the product.
Usually, 20 - 25 ml of gel
detergent is adequate for
washing a load with normal
soil.
The upper ends of the two
vertical ribs inside the
compartment (B) indicate the
maximum level for filling the
dispenser with gel (max. 30ml).
How to select and start a
programme
1. Press the button dedicated to the
programme you want to set.
• The light related to the button is on.
• The display shows the programme
duration.
2. Activate applicable options if desired.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
How to select and start the
programme
1. To select , press and hold for 3
seconds.
• The light related to the button is on.
• The display shows the programme
duration.
2. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
How to activate options
1. Select a programme.
2. Press the button dedicated to the
option you want to activate.
• The light related to the button is on.
• The display shows the updated
programme duration.
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By default, options must be
activated every time before you
start a programme.
If the latest programme
selection is enabled, the saved
options are activated
automatically along with the
programme.
It is not possible to activate or
deactivate options while a
programme is running.
Not all options are compatible
with each other.
Activating options often
increases the water and energy
consumption as well as the
programme duration.
How to select and start the
programme
1. Press .
• The light related to the button is on.
• The display shows the programme
duration.
2. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
The appliance senses the type of load and
adjusts a suitable wash cycle. During the
cycle, the sensors operate several times
and the initial programme duration can
decrease.
How to delay the start of a
programme
1. Select a programme.
2. Press repeatedly until the display
shows the desired delay time (from 1
to 24 hours).
The light related to the button is on.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
countdown.
During the countdown, it is not possible to
change the delay time and the programme
selection.
When the countdown is complete, the
programme starts.
How to cancel the delay start
while the countdown operates
Press and hold for about 3 seconds.
The appliance returns to the programme
selection.
If you cancel the delay start,
you have to select the
programme again.
How to cancel a running
programme
Press and hold for about 3 seconds.
The appliance returns to the programme
selection.
Make sure that there is
detergent in the detergent
dispenser before you start a
new programme.
Opening the door while the
appliance operates
Opening the door while a programme is
running stops the appliance. It may affect
the energy consumption and the
programme duration. After closing the
door, the appliance continues from the
point of interruption.
If the door is opened for more
than 30 seconds during the
drying phase, the running
programme ends. It does not
happen if the door is opened by
AirDry function.
The Auto Off function
This function saves energy by switching
the appliance off when it is not operating.
The function comes into operation
automatically:
• When the programme is completed.
• After 5 minutes if a programme was not
started.
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End of the programme
When the programme is complete, the
display shows 0:00.
The Auto Off function switches the
appliance off automatically.
All buttons are inactive except for the
on/off button.
HINTS AND TIPS
General
Follow the hints below to ensure optimal
cleaning and drying results in daily use
and to protect the environment.
• Washing dishes in the dishwasher as
instructed in the user manual usually
consumes less water and energy than
washing dishes by hand.
• Load the dishwasher to its full capacity
to save water and energy. For best
cleaning results, arrange items in the
baskets as instructed in the user
manual and do not overload the
baskets.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand. It
increases the water and energy
consumption. When needed, select a
programme with a prewash phase.
• Remove larger residues of food from
the dishes and empty cups and glasses
before putting them inside the
appliance.
• Soak or slightly scour cookware with
firmly cooked-on or baked-on food
before washing it in the appliance.
• Make sure that items in the baskets do
not touch or cover each other. Only
then can the water completely reach
and wash the dishes.
• You can use dishwasher detergent,
rinse aid and salt separately or you can
use the multi-tablets (e.g. ''All in 1'').
Follow the instructions on the
packaging.
• Select a programme according to the
type of load and the degree of soil.
offers the most efficient use of
water and energy consumption.
• To prevent limescale buildup inside the
appliance:
– Refill the salt container whenever
necessary.
– Use the recommended dosage of
the detergent and rinse aid.
– Make sure that the current level of
the water softener agrees with the
hardness of the water supply.
– Follow the instructions in the
chapter "Care and cleaning".
Using salt, rinse aid and
detergent
• Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent
designed for dishwasher. Other
products can cause damage to the
appliance.
• In areas with hard and very hard water,
we recommend to use basic
dishwasher detergent (powder, gel,
tablets containing no additional
agents), rinse aid and salt separately
for optimal cleaning and drying results.
• Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve
with short programmes. To prevent
detergent residues on the tableware,
we recommend that you use tablets
with long programmes.
• Always use the correct quantity of
detergent. Insufficient dosage of
detergent can result in poor cleaning
results and hard-water filming or
spotting on the items. Using too much
detergent with soft or softened water
results in detergent residues on the
dishes. Adjust the amount of detergent
based on the water hardness. Refer to
the instructions on the detergent
packaging.
• Always use the correct quantity of rinse
aid. Insufficient dosage of rinse aid
decreases the drying results. Using too
much rinse aid results in bluish layers
on the items.
• Make sure that the water softener level
is correct. If the level is too high, the
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increased quantity of salt in the water
might result in rust on cutlery.
What to do if you want to stop
using multi-tablets
Before you start using separately
detergent, salt and rinse aid, complete the
following steps:
1. Set the highest level of the water
softener.
2. Make sure that the salt and rinse aid
containers are full.
3. Start the programme. Do not add
detergent and do not put dishes in the
baskets.
4. When the programme is completed,
adjust the water softener according to
the water hardness in your area.
5. Adjust the released quantity of rinse
aid.
Before starting a programme
Before you start the selected programme,
make sure that:
• The filters are clean and correctly
installed.
• The cap of the salt container is tight.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is enough salt and rinse aid
(unless you use multi-tablets).
• The arrangement of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is suitable to the type
of load and the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is
used.
Loading the baskets
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• Use the appliance to wash dishwasher-
safe items only.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
made of wood, horn, aluminium, pewter
and copper as they could crack, warp,
get discoloured or pitted.
• Do not wash in the appliance items that
can absorb water (sponges, household
cloths).
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening facing
downwards.
• Make sure that glass items do not
touch each other.
• Put light items in the upper basket.
Make sure that the items do not move
freely.
• Put cutlery and small items in the
cutlery basket.
• Move the upper basket upwards to
accommodate large items in the lower
basket.
• Make sure that the spray arms can
move freely before you start a
programme.
Unloading the baskets
1. Let the tableware cool down before
you remove it from the appliance. Hot
items can be easily damaged.
2. First remove items from the lower
basket, then from the upper basket.
After the programme is
completed, water can still
remain on the inside surfaces
of the appliance.
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CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING! Before any
maintenance other than
running the programme
Machine Care, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the
mains plug from the main
socket.
Make sure that the ComfortLift
basket is empty and locked in
the raised position.
Dirty filters and clogged spray
arms negatively affect the
washing results. Check these
elements regularly and, if
necessary, clean them.
Machine Care
Machine Care is a programme designed
to clean the appliance interior with optimal
results. It removes limescale and grease
buildup.
When the appliance senses the need for
cleaning, the indicator is on. Start the
Machine Care programme to clean the
appliance interior.
How to start the Machine Care
programme
Before starting the Machine
Care programme, clean the
filters and spray arms.
1. Use a descaler or a cleaning product
designed specifically for dishwashers.
Follow the instructions on the
packaging. Do not put dishes in the
baskets.
2. Press and hold simultaneously and
for about 3 seconds.
The indicators and flash. The
display shows the programme duration.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
When the programme is complete, the
indicator is off.
Internal cleaning
• Clean the appliance interior with a soft
damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads, sharp tools, strong
chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• Wipe clean the door, including the
rubber gasket, once a week.
• To maintain the performance of your
appliance, use a cleaning product
designed specifically for dishwashers at
least once every two months. Carefully
follow the instructions on the packaging
of the product.
• For optimal cleaning results, start the
programme Machine Care.
Removal of foreign objects
Check the filters and the sump after each
use of the dishwasher. Foreign objects
(e.g. pieces of glass, plastic, bones or
toothpicks, etc) decrease the cleaning
performance and can cause damage to
the drain pump.
CAUTION! If unable to remove
the foreign objects, contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
1. Disassemble the filters system as
instructed in this chapter.
2. Remove any foreign objects manually.
3. Reassemble the filters as instructed in
this chapter.
External cleaning
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads or solvents.
Cleaning the filters
The filter system is made of 3 parts.
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C
B
A
1. Turn the filter (B) counterclockwise
and remove it.
2. Remove the filter (C) out of filter (B).
3. Remove the flat filter (A).
4. Wash the filters.
5. Make sure that there are no residues
of food or soil in or around the edge of
the sump.
6. Put back in place the flat filter (A).
Make sure that it is correctly positioned
under the 2 guides.
7. Reassemble the filters (B) and (C).
8. Put back the filter (B) in the flat filter
(A). Turn it clockwise until it locks.
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