ETNA AFI8538 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
ANLEITUNG
DISHWASHER
GESCHIRRSPÜLER
AFI8538

EN User instruction EN 3 - EN 26
DE Anleitung DE 3 - DE 26
Pictograms used - Benutzte Piktogramme
Important information - Wissenswertes
Tip - Tipp

EN 3
CONTENTS
Your dishwasher
Introduction 4
Description
Control panel 5
Interior 6
Operation
Switching on 7
Cycle selection table 10
Regeneration salt (water softener) 11
Rinse agent reservoir 12
Dishwasher detergents 14
Loading the baskets 16
Damage to glassware and other crockery 19
Filter system 20
Maintenance
Cleaning the spray arms 21
Cleaning the door 21
Errors
What should I do, if... 22
Interference table 22
Error codes 24
Technical data
25
Appendix
Disposal 26

EN 4
Introduction
You have opted to purchase an Etna dishwasher.
Optimum user comfort and easy operation were paramount during
the development of this product.
This manual describes how you can get the most out of your dishwasher.
It provides you with information on how to operate the appliance, as well
as background information about how it works. You will furthermore also
find maintenance tips.
The safety instructions that are relevant during the installation are included
in the installation guide. This is intended for the installation technician.
Read this manual before using the appliance.
Keep this manual in a safe place so that the next possible user can also
benefit from it.
Before use, read the separate safety
instructions first!
YOUR DISHWASHER

EN 5
DESCRIPTION
Control panel
1. On/Off button
2. Program display
3. Program button
4. Delayed start time button
5. 3-in-1 detergent button
6. ‘Pre-rinse’ button
7. ‘Half load’ button
8. Water softener / rinse agent / end program indication
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EN 6
Interior
1. upper basket
2. upper spray arm
3. lower basket
4. lower spray arm
5. sieves
6. type plate
7. control panel
8. washing and rinse agent reservoir
9. cutlery basket
10. handle lower basket
11. salt reservoir
12. guide rail upper basket
13. handle upper basket
14. turbo drying unit
15. ceiling spray opening
16. internal lighting
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DESCRIPTION

EN 7
OPERATION
Switching on
• Open the door to the dishwasher.
• Press the ‘on-off’ button (1) to switch on the device.
The check light End Program (8) is on |
• Select the desired program (see page xx program selection table).
Select a cycle using the programming button (3).
The check light that belongs to the selected program is on.
• Close the door to the dishwasher.
The dishwasher will automatically start running the selected cycle.
The remaining program time appears on the display.
Delayed start time
If you want the dishwasher to switch on at a later time, you can used
the ‘delayed start’ button (4). You can choose between a delay time of
1, 2... 19 hours. Each press of the button (3) changes the delay time.
The display (2) shows the delayed start time.
Then select the desired program and close the door of the dishwasher.
Selecting a half load
Press the ‘half load’ button (7) to activate the half load cycle. In the half
loading program, you can use both the upper and lower basket and
both baskets simultaneously.
For a small quantity of dirty dishes, in both the upper and lower basket,
repeatedly press the ‘half load’ button until the indicators of upper and
lower basket light up.
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EN 8
For a small quantity of dirty dishes in the upper basket, repeatedly
press the ‘half load’ button until the indicator of the upper basket lights
up.
For a small quantity of dirty dishes in the lower basket, repeatedly press
the ‘half load’ button until the indicator of the lower basket lights up.
Selecting the ‘3-in-1’ cycle
The dishwasher features a 3-in-1 cycle. If you select this cycle
(button 5), the dishwasher does not need to be filled with salt and rinse
agent, but rather you use so-called 3-in-1 dishwasher tablets in their
place.
Pre-rinse
The pre-rinse program (6) allows you to improve the cleaning result for
extra dirty dishes. You can set this program both independently from
and in combination with another program.
Indicators (8)
• Water softener.
The indicator shows that you have to fill the salt container with
regeneration salt.
• Detergent.
The indicator shows that you have to fill the detergent reservoir.
• End program.
The indicator shows that the washing program has finished.
In addition, a sound signal will be heard five times.
OPERATION

EN 9
Stopping or changing a wash cycle
Open the door.
The last selected program appears on the display.
Press and hold the programming button (3) for more than 3 seconds.
The ‘End program’ indicator is blinking. ‘1’ appears on the display.
Close the door of the dishwasher.
The machine pumps out for about 30 seconds. Following the end
of this, an alarm signal will sound and the indicator shows that the
program has finished.
You can again select the desired program (see page xx program
selection table). Now close the door.
Note! A cycle that has already begun can only be changed in the start-
up phase. After this, the detergent will be sprayed all over the dishes or
the machine may have already pumped out the water. In that instance,
you must refill the detergent compartment (see section on Dishwasher
detergent).
Following the end of the wash cycle
After the washing program has finished, the ‘End program’ indicator
flashes and an alarm signal sounds 5 times.
Open the door of the dishwasher. Switch off the device with the on/off
button (1).
Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishwasher. The dishes and
cutlery will still be very hot immediately following the end of the cycle.
There is a chance that dishes may break as a result of the heat. Moreover,
the dishes dry better when allowed to stand for a few minutes.
Flood protection switch
Your dishwasher is fitted with a safety switch that prevents too much
water from running into the appliance. The safety switch closes the
inlet valve and instructs the dishwasher to pump out the surplus
water. If there is water in machine (due to too much water being fed in
previously, or as a result of a leak), this must first be removed before the
appliance is switched on again.
OPERATION

EN 10
OPERATION
Warning!
Opening the door fully during the wash cycle is dangerous. You may be
splashed with hot water from the machine.
Cycle selection table
*EN 50242: This is a test cycle. The information for a comparison test in
accordance with EN 50242 is as follows:
• capacity: 15 place settings
• position upper basket: wheels on guides / rinsing condition: 6
Program
Energy/Water Symb. Program information Program develop- ment
Detergent
pre-/main
wash
Rinse
agent
Time/
(min/KwH/l)
Intensive
Very dirty dishes, such as
large plates, pans, baking
pans, plates, plates with
dried food remains.
Pre-rinse (50 °C);
pre-rinse;
main wash (65 °C);
rinse;
rinse (55 °C);
dry
5 / 25 gr. or
3-in-1 tablet 125/1.36/19,5
Normal
Normal dirty dishes such as
large plates, plates, glasses,
not so dirty pans. Standard
program.
Pre-rinse (50 °C);
main wash (50 °C);
rinse;
rinse (65 °C);
dry
5 / 25 gr. or
3-in-1 tablet 160/1.3/16
*Economic
savings program
(EN50242)
Not so dirty dishes such as
plates, glasses, bowls and
not so dirty pans.
Pre-rinse;
main wash (55 °C);
rinse (65 °C);
dry
5 / 25 gr. or
3-in-1 tablet 165/1.02/12
1 hour
too fast
Daily dishes in 1 hour.
Forevery day dishes such as
not so dirty or normal plates
and pans.
Main wash (65 °C);
rinse;
rinse (50 °C);
dry
5 / 25 gr. or
3-in-1 tablet 60/0.95/12
Fast
Not so dirty dishes such as
crystal glasses and delicate
porcelain. No drying.
Main wash (40 °C);
rinse;
rinse (45 °C)
20 gr. - 30/0.5/11

EN 11
Regeneration salt (water softener)
This machine is equipped with a water softener. To use the water
softener, fill the dishwasher with salt.
• After first having removed the lower basket, loosen the cap of the
reservoir (1 and 2).
• Prior to filling up the reservoir for the first time, pour one litre of
water in it (3).
• Place the funnel in the reservoir opening. Pour about 2 kg of salt in
it (4). It is normal for a little water to flow out of the opening when
doing this. Note! Clear up any spilled salt and always run a full
cycle immediately afterwards to prevent damage to the bottom.
• Carefully tighten the cap of the reservoir.
Note! Always fill the salt reservoir and adjust the water hardness
setting before using the dishwasher. Refill the salt reservoir when the
water softener indicator (2) lights up. It is possible that the light will
remain lit for a short while after the salt reservoir is filled. It will go out
automatically when enough salt has been dissolved in the water.
Setting the salt consumption
Adjust the salt consumption according to the table below:
Water
hardness
level
German
hardness
dH
French
hardness
dF
English
hardness
dE
Water hardness indicator
1 0-5 0-9 0-6 L1 appears on the display
2 6-11 10-20 7-14 L2 appears on the display
3 12-17 21-30 15-21 L3 appears on the display
4 18-22 31-40 22-28 L4 appears on the display
5 23-31 41-55 29-39 L5 appears on the display
6 32-50 56-90 40-64 L6 appears on the display
Your local water authority can inform you how hard your mains water is.
Adjustments can then be made according to the above table.
The standard water hardness level is set at level 3.
OPERATION
SALT
SALT

EN 12
OPERATION
Reset the dishwasher.
Press and hold the programming button (3) for more than 3 seconds.
The ‘End program’ indicator is blinking. ‘1’ appears on the display.
Close the door of the dishwasher.
The machine pumps out for about 30 seconds. Following the end of
this, an alarm signal will sound 5 times and the indicator shows that the
program has finished.
Switch off the dishwasher with the on/off button (1).
Press the program button (3) and keep it pressed.
Switch on the dishwasher simultaneously with the on/off button (1).
Keep the program button pressed until ‘SL’ disappears from the display.
The last water hardness setting appears on the display.
Set the desired water hardness level by repeatedly pressing the
program button (3).
Press the on/off button (1) after selecting the desired setting.
The set value is stored in the memory.
Rinse agent reservoir
Rinse agent is added during the final rinse. Rinse agent prevents traces of
water droplets being left behind on the clean dishes. Moreover, it ensures
that the dishes dry quicker, since the water drains off more easily.
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3

EN 13
OPERATION
The dishwasher is designed for use with liquid rinse agent. The rinse
agent reservoir is located on the inside of the door, alongside the
detergent compartment.
Attention: fill up the rinse agent reservoir when the check light of the
rinse agent turns on. The reservoir has a capacity of approximately
100 ml. Do not overfill the rinse agent reservoir, this will cause the rinse
agent reservoir to overflow. Rinse agent spillages must be cleaned up,
otherwise they may lead to leakages as a result of extreme foaming.
1. Unscrew the cap from the rinse agent reservoir (to the left, toward
the arrow with “open”).
2. Pour the rinse agent into the reservoir, taking care not to overfill
it. The reservoir has a capacity of approximately 100 ml. If the
indicator is dark (b), this means that there is enough rinse agent
present. If the indicator is light-coloured (a), this means that you
have to add the rinse agent.
3. Replace the cap.
Setting the quantity of rinse agent
A fixed amount of rinse agent is added during the final rinse. As is the
case with detergent, the amount of rinse agent needed is dependent on
the hardness of the water in your area. Too much rinse agent can lead
to streaks on the dishes.
The rinse agent reservoir has 6 settings. The standard setting of the
reservoir is setting 3. To begin with, set the reservoir to setting 2. If this still
causes spotting on the dishes, you can increase the amount of rinse agent
added by turning the selector knob on the reservoir to setting 3. If there
is still no improvement, turn the selector knob to a higher setting. Repeat
this action until the dishes are streak-free when they emerge from the
dishwasher.

EN 14
Dishwasher detergents
The chemicals in dishwashing detergents remove the dirt, break it
down and make sure that the dirt is drained from the dishwasher.
Most dishwashing detergents available in the store are suitable for this
purpose.
Warning!
Dishwasher detergent is a corrosive product. It should therefore be kept
out of the reach of children. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately
and take the packaging with you.
Concentrated detergent
Based on their chemical composition, 2 different types of concentrated
detergent can be distinguished:
• Conventional alkaline detergents with corrosive ingredients.
• Low-alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes.
The use of concentrated dishwashing detergent in combination with
“normal” washing programs produces less contamination and is good
for your dishes: these washing programs are specifically intended for
dirt-dissolving characteristics of the enzymes in concentrated dishwashing
detergents. This means that “normal” wash cycles with concentrated
detergent achieve the same results as an intensive wash cycle.
Dishwasher tablets
Dishwasher tablets from different manufacturers dissolve at different
rates. This means that, during short wash cycles, certain types of
dishwasher tablet do not fully dissolve, as a result of which their
cleaning action is reduced. Dishwasher tablets should therefore chiefly
be used in combination with long wash cycles, so that the dish washer
tablet has time to fully dissolve.
When you switch from dishwashing tablets to a traditional dishwashing
detergent, you have to make sure that the salt conttainer and the rinse
agent reservoir are filled.
OPERATION

EN 15
OPERATION
Detergent compartment
Your dishwasher uses less detergent and rinse agent than conventional
dishwashers. Generally speaking, just one measuring spoon of detergent
powder is needed for a normal wash cycle. Use more detergent if your
dishes are more heavily soiled. Fill the soap compartment immediately
prior to starting the cycle. Filling it prior to this may result in the detergent
becoming damp and therefore not fully dissolving.
Note! The table on page 12 shows the amount of detergent required
for the different cycles. These are averages. A different dosage may be
necessary, depending on the hardness of the water and how soiled the
dishes are.
Filling
1. Press the release catch if the lid is closed.
The lid will spring open.
2. Fill the detergent compartment immediately prior to starting a wash cycle.
The markings in the detergent compartment indicate the dosage.
• Container for the main detergent (b). The container has a capacity
of maximum 40 cm3.
Fill up the container with 25 cm3of the detergent for very dirty
dishes and 15 cm3for normal dishes.
• Container for the pre-wash detergent (a). The container has
a capacity of 5 cm3. Use the container in case of caked on dirt or
if the dishwasher is packed.
Use only detergents that are specifically designed for dishwashers.
Store the detergent in a cool and dry place. Only fill the detergent
compartment with detergent when you are running a wash cycle
immediately afterwards.

EN 16
OPERATION
Loading the baskets
Using the upper basket
The upper basket is designed for fragile, light dishes, such as glasses,
cups and saucers, plates, small bowls and shallow (not particularly
dirty) pans.
Place the dishes in the basket in such a way as to ensure they cannot
move when sprayed. The height of the upper basket can be adjusted.
Adjusting the height of the upper basket
You can adjust the height of the upper basket and thus create more
space for large objects in the upper or lower basket. You can adjust
the height of the upper basket by moving the basket itself up or down.
Long objects such as scooping spoons and knives must be placed on
the central section (see illustration above).
The upper basket is equipped with 4 side racks (2 on each side).
These side racks can be placed in 3 different positions. The side racks
are fitted with clamps (2 on each side). The side racks can be adjusted
by pulling on the clamps of the upper basket. Place the side racks in
the desired position.
High position
In the highest position, high glasses (place under the side racks) and
wine glasses can be placed. Hang the wine glasses upside down in the
recesses in the side rack.
Support rack
When you unfold the support rack, this prevents for instance wine
glasses with long stems from touching one another (a). Furthermore,
it will serve as a cutlery basket.
When you have folded the support rack back down, you have extra
space for dishes such as cups (b).
Low position High position
a
b

EN 17
OPERATION
Low position
In the lower positions, cups, bowls and glasses can be placed on the
side racks. Take note of the height of the dishes!
Multifunctional cup rack
You can use the cup rack also as cutlery holder in addition to cups,
if desired. It can be folded in so that the space underneath can be used
for tall glasses.
Using the lower basket
We advise you to place large objects that are hardest to clean in the
lower basket: pots, pans, pan lids, oven dishes and bowls. Casserole
dishes and pan lids should preferably be placed at the side of the basket.
This will ensure that they do not obstruct the spray arm when it is turning.
• Saucepans, serving dishes etc. must always be placed upside
down in the basket.
• Deep bowls should be tilted, with the opening facing downwards to
allow water to escape.
• The lower basket can be adjusted to allow for larger, or more, pots
and pans.
Cutlery basket
The cutlery basket can be used both in the upper and lower basket. The
bottom of the basket can be moved up and down by means of the handles.
Consequently, you can adjust the basket to the length of the cutlery.
You can also split up the basket in two separate parts.
Cutlery should be placed in the cutlery basket with the handles pointing
down. Long kitchenware such as wooden spoons must be lying down
(horizontal) on the support rack in the upper basket.
Warning!
Take care to ensure that no objects are sticking through the bottom of
the cutlery basket, as this will obstruct the spray arm.

EN 18
OPERATION
Cutlery/crockery unsuitable for the dishwasher
• Cutlery with a wooden, porcelain or mother of pearl handle
• Plastic objects that are not heat-resistant
• Cutlery with glued elements that are not heat-resistant
• Glued cutlery or crockery
• Pewter or copper objects
• Lead crystal glassware
• Steel objects that are prone to rust
• Wooden dishes
• Objects manufactured from synthetic fibres
Cutlery/crockery with limited suitability for use in the dishwasher
• Certain types of glass can become dull after undergoing a large
number of wash cycles
• Silver and aluminium may tarnish after use in the dishwasher
• Glazed patters may fade as a result of regular washing
Note! Do not place any objects soiled with cigarette ash, candle wax,
varnish or paint in the dishwasher. When buying new kitchen utensils,
ensure that they are suitable for the dishwasher.
Do not overload the dishwasher. There is only room for 15 standard
settings. Do not place cooking utensils that are unsuitable for
dishwashers inside. This is essential to ensure good washing results
and a low energy consumption.
Placing cutlery and crockery in the dishwasher
Before placing the dishes in the dishwasher, you must:
• Remove any large bits of leftover food.
• Leave caked and burnt on leftover food to soak for a while.
When inserting the dishes, take care to ensure that:
• The spray arm is not obstructed by the dishes.
• Hollow objects are placed with the opening facing downwards,
to ensure that that cannot hold the water.

EN 19
OPERATION
Plates and cutlery must not cover each other
• Glassware items must not touch, otherwise damage can occur.
• Place large objects that are difficult to clean in the lower basket.
• The upper basket is specially designed for lighter objects, such as
glasses and coffee and tea cups.
Warning!
• Long knives standing upright in the cutlery basket can cause injury!
• Long and/or sharp items of cutlery, such as carving knives, should
be laid (placed horizontally) in the upper basket.
Damage to glassware and other crockery
Potential causes:
• Type of glass or manufacturing process. Chemical composition
of the dishwasher detergent.
• Water temperature and duration of the wash cycle.
Proposed solution:
• Use glassware and porcelain crockery produced by manufacturers
that state that it is suitable for dishwashers.
• Use a milder/less corrosive dishwasher detergent. If needed,
ask detergent manufacturers for more information.
• Select a wash cycle with a lower temperature.
• Remove glassware and cutlery from the dishwasher as soon as
possible after the cycle has finished, to prevent damage.

EN 20
OPERATION
Filter system
Depending on usage, the filters may require regular rinsing under a tap.
The filtration system consists of three components: the large sieve,
the coarse sieve and the fine sieve.
a. Fine sieve; This sieve holds off dirt and food remains from the
drainage pump and makes sure that these remains are not spread
in the dishes again during the program.
b. Coarse sieve; Larger parts such as bone remains or pieces of glass
that could clog the drain are caught in the coarse sieve. In order to
remove the waste from the filter, you must lightly squeeze the lips
on top of the filter together and then pull the filter upwards.
c. Large sieve; Food remains and dirt that end up on this sieve are
rinsed to the coarse sieve by means of the lower spray arm.
Clean the filter group
In order to ensure the dishwasher operates at maximum efficiency, the
whole filter section must be cleaned.
The filter group efficiently removes food remains from the water and
makes sure that the washing water can continue circulating during the
washing program. It is therefore a good idea to remove larger food
remnants from the filter section after each wash cycle, by cleaning the
half-round filter and filter housing under running water.
• Remove the filter group by loosening it and removing it upward in
upright position (1). All components in the filter section must be
cleaned at least once per month.
• Use a dishwashing brush to clean the coarse and fine filter. According
to the adjacent illustration 2, put the filter group back together and
place the entire filter group back in the basin of the dishwasher.
Never use the dishwasher without the filter section. Incorrect fitting
of the filter section will result in the dishwasher no longer delivering
maximum performance. Damage to cutlery and dishes is a further
possible consequence.