Electrolux ESI8730RAX User manual

ESI8730RAX
EN Dishwasher User Manual 2
FR Lave-vaisselle Notice d'utilisation 26

CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION....................................................................................3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................4
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION................................................................................ 6
4. CONTROL PANEL............................................................................................. 7
5. PROGRAMMES................................................................................................. 8
6. SETTINGS........................................................................................................10
7. OPTIONS..........................................................................................................13
8. BEFORE FIRST USE....................................................................................... 14
9. DAILY USE....................................................................................................... 15
10. HINTS AND TIPS........................................................................................... 17
11. CARE AND CLEANING..................................................................................18
12. TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................20
13. PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET ..............................................................24
14. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION...................................................25
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully
read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any injuries or damages that are the
result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the
instructions in a safe and accessible location for future
reference.
1.1 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.
•Do not let children 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.
1.2 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.
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•The operating water pressure (minimum and
maximum) must be between 0.5 (0.05) / 8 (0.8) bar
(MPa)
•Obey the maximum number of 15 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.
•Put the cutlery in the cutlery basket with the sharp
ends pointing down or put them in the cutlery drawer
in a horizontal position with the sharp edges down.
•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.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 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.
• 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.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric
shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• 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.
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• 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 complies with the
E.E.C. Directives.
• UK and Ireland only. 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.
2.3 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.
2.4 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 sit or stand on the open door
of the appliance.
• The appliance can release hot steam
if you open the door while a
programme operates.
2.5 Service
• To repair the appliance contact the
Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.
2.6 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.
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3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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12
23 1
8
1Top spray arm
2Upper spray arm
3Lower spray arm
4Filters
5Rating plate
6Salt container
7Air vent
8Rinse aid dispenser
9Detergent dispenser
10 Lower basket
11 Upper basket
12 Cutlery drawer
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4. CONTROL PANEL
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2 3 6 7
9813 1214
4 5
11 10
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2 3 6 7
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4 5
11 10
1On/off button
2Program touchpad
3MyFavourite touchpad
4Programme indicators
5Indicators
6Delay touchpad
7Option touchpad
8Start touchpad
9XtraDry touchpad
10 Display
11 Programme bar
12 Indicators
13 TimeManager touchpad
14 Reset touchpad
4.1 Indicators
Indicator Description
TimeManager indicator.
XtraDry indicator.
Rinse aid indicator. It is always off while the programme operates.
Salt indicator. It is always off while the programme operates.
Delay indicator.
Hygiene indicator.
Door indicator. It comes on when the appliance door is open or is not
correctly closed.
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Indicator Description
Turbidity Sensor indicator. It comes on when the sensor for the
programme operates. When the sensor operates, only this
indicator is on. All the other indicators, the display and the programme
bar go off. They come on again when the Turbidity Sensor indicator
goes off.
4.2 Programme bar
The programme bar shows information
related to the programme and to the
option TimeManager.
Start and progress of the programme
When the programme starts, the 2 lateral
segments of the programme bar flash.
As the programme is in progress, the
middle segments come on with fixed
light , while the 2 lateral segments contin‐
ue to flash.
When the programme is completed, all
the segments come on with fixed light.
Programme bar and TimeManager option
When you set a programme, that is appli‐
cable to the TimeManager option, all the
segments of the programme bar come on
with fixed light.
When you set the TimeManager option,
only the middle segment stays on with
fixed light.
5. PROGRAMMES
The order of the programmes in the table
may not reflect their sequence on the
control panel.
Programme Degree of soil
Type of load
Programme pha‐
ses
Options
1) • Normal soil
• Crockery and
cutlery
• Prewash
• Wash 50 °C
• Rinses
• Dry
• Hygiene
• TimeManager
• XtraDry
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Programme Degree of soil
Type of load
Programme pha‐
ses
Options
2) • All
• Crockery, cut‐
lery, pots and
pans
• Prewash
• Wash from 45 °C
to 70 °C
• Rinses
• Dry
• Hygiene
• XtraDry
3) • Mixed soil
• Crockery, cut‐
lery, pots and
pans
• Prewash
• Wash 50 °C and
65 °C
• Rinses
• Dry
• TimeManager
• XtraDry
4) • Heavy soil
• Crockery, cut‐
lery, pots and
pans
• Prewash
• Wash 70 °C
• Rinses
• Dry
• Hygiene
• TimeManager
• XtraDry
5) • Normal or light
soil
• Delicate crock‐
ery and glass‐
ware
• Wash 45 °C
• Rinses
• Dry
• XtraDry
6) • Fresh soil
• Crockery and
cutlery
• Wash 60 °C
• Rinses
• Hygiene
• XtraDry
1) This programme offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption for crock‐
ery and cutlery with normal soil. This is the standard programme for test institutes.
2) The appliance senses the degree of soil and the quantity of items in the baskets. It auto‐
matically adjusts the temperature and quantity of water as well as the wash duration.
3) This programme is suitable for washing a load with mixed soil. Place items with heavy
soil in the lower basket and with normal soil in the upper basket. The pressure and tempera‐
ture of the water in the lower basket are higher than in the upper basket.
4) This programme is designed to wash heavily soiled items with high water pressure and at
a high temperature.
5) This programme controls the temperature of the water to provide special care for delicate
items, glassware in particular.
6) This programme is suitable for washing a load or a half load with fresh or light soil in a
short time.
5.1 Consumption values
Programme 1) Water
(l)
Energy
(kWh)
Duration
(min)
11 0.857 232
7 - 14 0.6 - 1.6 40 - 170
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Programme 1) Water
(l)
Energy
(kWh)
Duration
(min)
14 - 16 1.2 - 1.5 160 - 180
12.5 - 14.5 1.4 - 1.7 170 - 190
12 - 14 0.7 - 0.9 82 - 92
10 0.9 30
1) The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the
options and the quantity of dishes can change the values.
5.2 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 please include the
product number code (PNC) found on
the rating plate.
For any other questions regarding your
dishwasher please refer to the service
book provided with your appliance.
6. SETTINGS
6.1 Programme selection mode
and user mode
When the appliance is in programme
selection mode it is possible to set a
programme and to enter the user mode.
Settings available in the user mode:
• The level of water softener according
to the water hardness.
• Activation or deactivation of the rinse
aid empty notification.
• The level of rinse aid according to the
required dosage.
• Activation or deactivation of
AutoOpen.
As the appliance stores the saved
settings, there is no need to configure
it before every cycle.
How to set the programme
selection mode
The appliance is in programme selection
mode when the programme indicator
and the programme bar are on
and the display shows the programme
duration.
After activation, the appliance is in
programme selection mode by default. If
not, set the programme selection mode
the following way:
Press Reset until the appliance is in
programme selection mode.
6.2 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. It is important to set the
right level of the water softener to assure
good washing results.
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Softening hard water
increases the consumption
of water and energy as well
as the programme duration.
The higher the level of water
softener, the higher the
consumption and the longer
the duration.
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.
How to set the water softener
level
The appliance must be in programme
selection mode.
1. To enter the user mode, press and
hold simultaneously Delay and
XtraDry until the indicators ,
, and flash and the
display is blank.
2. Press MyFavourite.
• The indicators ,
and are off.
• The indicator still flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting: e.g. = level 5.
3. Press MyFavourite repeatedly to
change the setting.
4. Press the on/off button to confirm the
setting.
6.3 The rinse aid dispenser
The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes
without streaks and stains.
The rinse aid is automatically released
during the hot rinse phase.
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It is possible to set the released quantity
of rinse aid between level 1 (minimum
quantity) and level 6 (maximum quantity).
Level 0 deactivates the rinse aid
dispenser and no rinse aid is released.
Factory setting: level 4.
How to set the rinse aid level
The appliance must be in programme
selection mode.
1. To enter the user mode, press and
hold simultaneously Delay and
XtraDry until the indicators ,
, and start flashing
and the display is blank.
2. Press Delay.
• The indicators ,
and are off.
• The indicator still flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting: e.g. = level 4.
– The levels of rinse aid range
from 0A to 6A where level 0A
means no rinse aid is used.
3. Press Delay repeatedly to change
the setting.
4. Press on/off to confirm the setting.
6.4 The rinse aid empty
notification
The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes
without streaks and stains.
The rinse aid is automatically released
during the hot rinse phase.
When rinse aid chamber is empty, the
rinse aid indicator is turned on notifying
to refill rinse aid. If the drying results are
satisfactory while using multi-tablets only,
it is possible to deactivate the notification
for refilling rinse aid. However, for best
drying performance, always use rinse
aid.
If standard detergent or multi-tablets
without rinse aid are used, activate the
notification to keep the rinse aid refill
indicator active.
How to deactivate the rinse aid
empty notification
The appliance must be in programme
selection mode.
1. To enter the user mode, press and
hold simultaneously Delay and
XtraDry until the indicators ,
, and start flashing
and the display is blank.
2. Press TimeManager.
• The indicators , and
are off.
• The indicator still
flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting: = the rinse aid empty
notification is always activated
(factory setting).
3. Press TimeManager to change the
setting.
= the rinse aid empty notification is
deactivated.
4. Press on/off to confirm the setting.
6.5 MyFavourite
This option allows to set and save the
most frequently used programme.
It is possible to save only 1 programme.
A new setting cancels the previous one.
How to save the MyFavourite
programme
1. Set the chosen programme.
It is also possible to set applicable
options together with the programme.
2. Press and hold MyFavourite until the
segments of the programme bar flash
quickly.
How to set the MyFavourite
programme
Press MyFavourite.
• The indicators that are related to
the MyFavourite programme and
options are on.
• The display shows the duration of
the programme.
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6.6 AutoOpen
AutoOpen improves the drying results
with less energy consumption.
While the drying phase
operates, a device opens the
appliance door. The door is
then kept ajar.
CAUTION!
Do not try to close the
appliance door within 2
minutes after automatic
open. This can cause
damage to the appliance.
CAUTION!
In case of presence of
children, the AutoOpen
system can be deactivated if
you want to keep the door
closed in the end of the
cycle.
To improve the drying performance refer
to the XtraDry option or activate
AutoOpen.
How to deactivate AutoOpen
The appliance must be in programme
selection mode.
1. To enter the user mode, press and
hold simultaneously Delay and
XtraDry until the indicators ,
, and start flashing
and the display is blank.
2. Press XtraDry.
• The indicators ,
and are off.
• The indicator still flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting: = AutoOpen is
activated (factory setting).
3. Press XtraDry to change the setting.
= AutoOpen is deactivated
4. Press on/off to confirm the setting.
7. OPTIONS
Desired options must be
activated every time before
you start a programme.
It is not possible to activate
or deactivate options while a
programme is running.
Not all options are
compatible with each other.
If you select non compatible
options, the appliance
automatically deactivates
one or more of them. Only
the indicators of the still
active options are on.
If an option is not applicable
to a programme, the related
indicator is off or it flashes
quickly for a few seconds
and then goes out.
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Activating options can affect
the water and energy
consumption as well as the
programme duration.
7.1 XtraDry
Activate this option when you want to
boost the drying performance. With use
of this option, the duration of some
programmes, water consumption and the
last rinse temperature can be affected.
The XtraDry option is a permanent option
for all programmes other than
and need not to be selected at every
cycle.
Every time is activated, XtraDry
option is off and needs to be chosen
manually. In other programmes, the
setting of XtraDry is permanent and it is
automatically used in next cycles. This
configuration can be changed at any
time.
Activating XtraDry option deactivates
TimeManager.
How to activate XtraDry
Press XtraDry.
The related indicator comes on.
7.2 TimeManager
This option increases the pressure and
the temperature of the water. The
washing and the drying phases are
shorter.
The total programme duration decreases
by approximately 50%.
The washing results are the same as
with the normal programme duration. The
drying results can decrease.
How to activate TimeManager
Press TimeManager.
The related indicator is on.
The display shows the updated
programme duration.
If the option is not applicable to the
programme:
• The programme bar is off.
• The related indicator is off or it flashes
quickly for a few seconds and then
goes out.
7.3 Hygiene
This option provides better hygiene
results by keeping the temperature at 70
°C for at least 10 minutes during the last
rinsing phase.
How to activate Hygiene
Press Option until the indicator is on.
The display shows the updated
programme duration.
8. 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 a programme to remove any
processing residuals that can still be
inside the appliance. 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.
8.1 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
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 1 kg of 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 a programme to
prevent corrosion.
8.2 How to fill the rinse aid
dispenser
AB
C
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.
9. DAILY USE
1. Open the water tap.
2. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance.
Make sure that the appliance is in
programme selection mode.
• If the salt indicator is on, fill the
salt container.
• If the rinse aid indicator is on, fill
the rinse aid dispenser.
3. Load the baskets.
4. Add the detergent.
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5. Set and start the correct programme
for the type of load and the degree of
soil.
9.1 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, in 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.
9.2 Setting and starting a
programme
The Auto Off function
This function decreases energy
consumption by deactivating
automatically the appliance when it is not
operating.
The function comes into operation:
• 5 minutes after the completion of the
programme.
• After 5 minutes if the programme has
not started.
Starting a programme
1. Press the on/off button to activate the
appliance. Make sure that the
appliance is in programme selection
mode.
2. Press Program again and again until
the indicator of the programme you
want to select comes on.
• If you want to select the
MyFavourite programme, press
MyFavourite.
• The display shows the
programme duration.
• The door indicator is on.
3. Set the applicable options.
4. Close the appliance door.
5. Press Start to start the programme.
Only the programme bar and the
programme duration are visible in the
display
If you want to see the programme
settings, press any button except for the
on/off button. The indicators of the
running programme and options come on
for a few seconds.
Starting a programme with
delay start
1. Set a programme.
2. Press Delay again and again until
the display shows the delay time you
want to set (from 1 to 24 hours).
Only the delay time is visible in the
display.
3. Close the appliance door.
4. Press Start to start the countdown.
• The delay indicator comes on.
• When delay time is more than 10
hours, it decreases with steps of 1
hour. When delay time is less
than 10 hours, it decreases with
steps of 1 minute.
If you want to see the
programme settings, press
any button except for the
on/off button. The indicators
of the programme and
options come on for a few
seconds.
When the countdown is completed, the
programme starts.
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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 AutoOpen
function.
Cancelling the delay start while
the countdown operates
When you cancel the delay start you
have to set the programme and options
again.
1. Open the appliance door.
2. Press and hold Reset until the
appliance is in programme selection
mode.
Cancelling the programme
1. Open the appliance door.
2. Press and hold Reset until the
appliance is in programme selection
mode.
Make sure that there is detergent in the
detergent dispenser before you start a
new programme.
End of the programme
When the programme is completed the
display shows 0:00. All the segments of
the programme bar are on with fixed
light.
All buttons are inactive except for the
on/off button.
1. Press the on/off button or wait for the
Auto Off function to automatically
deactivate the appliance.
If you open the door before the
activation of Auto Off, the appliance
is automatically deactivated.
2. Close the water tap.
10. HINTS AND TIPS
10.1 General
Follow the hints below to ensure optimal
cleaning and drying results in daily use
and to help you protect the environment.
• Remove larger residues of food from
the dishes into the waste bin.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand.
When needed, select a programme
with a prewash phase.
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• 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.
10.2 Using salt, rinse aid and
detergent
• Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent
for dishwasher. Other products can
cause damage to the appliance.
• In areas with hard and very hard
water we recommend to use plain
dishwasher detergent (powder, gel,
tablets containing no additional
agents), rinse aid and salt separately
for optimal cleaning and drying
results.
• At least once a month run the
appliance with the use of appliance
cleaner which is particularly suitable
for this purpose.
• Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve
with short programmes. To prevent
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detergent residues on the tableware,
we recommend that you use the
tablets with long programmes.
• Do not use more than the correct
quantity of detergent. Refer to the
instructions on the detergent
packaging.
10.3 What to do if you want to
stop using multi-tablets
Before you start to use separately
detergent, salt and rinse aid do the
following procedure.
1. Set the highest level of the water
softener.
2. Make sure that the salt and rinse aid
containers are full.
3. Start the shortest programme with a
rinsing phase. Do not add detergent
and do not load 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.
6. Activate the rinse aid empty
notification.
10.4 Loading 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.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
that can absorb water (sponges,
household cloths).
• Remove large food residues from
dishes.
• Soak cookware with burnt-on food
before washing it in the appliance.
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening facing
downwards.
• Make sure that glasses 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 drawer.
• Make sure that the spray arms can
move freely before you start a
programme.
10.5 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.
10.6 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.
11. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before maintenance,
deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Dirty filters and clogged
spray arms decrease the
washing results. Make a
check regularly and, if
necessary, clean them.
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11.1 Cleaning the filters
The filter system is made of 3 parts.
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.
CAUTION!
An incorrect position of the
filters can cause bad
washing results and damage
to the appliance.
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11.2 Cleaning the upper spray
arm
We recommend to clean the upper spray
arm regularly to prevent soil from
clogging the holes.
Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory
washing results.
1. Pull out the upper basket.
2. To detach the spray arm from the
basket, press the spray arm upwards
and simultaneously turn it clockwise.
3. Wash the spray arm under running
water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a
toothpick, to remove particles of soil
from the holes.
4. To install the spray arm back, press
the spray arm upwards and
simultaneously turn it
counterclockwise until it locks into
place.
11.3 External cleaning
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads or solvents.
11.4 Internal cleaning
• Carefully clean the appliance,
including the rubber gasket of the
door, with a soft damp cloth.
• If you regularly use short duration
programmes, these can leave
deposits of grease and limescale
inside the appliance. To prevent this,
we recommend to run long duration
programmes at least 2 times per
month.
• To maintain the performance of your
appliance at its best, we recommend
to use monthly a specific cleaning
product for dishwashers. Follow
carefully the instructions on the
packaging of the product.
12. TROUBLESHOOTING
If the appliance does not start or it stops
during operation, first check if you can
solve the problem by yourself with the
help of the information in the table or
contact an Authorised Service Centre.
WARNING!
Repairs not properly done
may result in serious risk to
the safety of the user. Any
repairs must be performed
by qualified personnel.
With some problems, the display
shows an alarm code.
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