ETNA VW844HM User manual

Operating instructions
Dishwasher
VW844HM

Contents
5Your dishwasher .....................................................................................................................
6Safety instructions ..................................................................................................................
7Installation .................................................................................................................................
7Winter storage/transport ...........................................................................................................
7Overflow guard function ...........................................................................................................
7Packaging .................................................................................................................................
7Disposal ....................................................................................................................................
8Before washing for the first time ...........................................................................................
8Water hardness .........................................................................................................................
8Set the Water hardness ............................................................................................................
8Top up with salt ........................................................................................................................
9Set the Rinse aid .......................................................................................................................
9Top up with rinse aid ................................................................................................................
10Greener dishwashing ..............................................................................................................
10The dishwasher saves energy and water ..................................................................................
11Loading the dishwasher .........................................................................................................
11Fragile dishes ............................................................................................................................
11Loading affects the results ........................................................................................................
11The dishwasher's baskets ........................................................................................................
11Upper basket ............................................................................................................................
12Lower basket ............................................................................................................................
13Cutlery basket ...........................................................................................................................
14Using the dishwasher .............................................................................................................
14Add detergent ...........................................................................................................................
15The main power switch .............................................................................................................
15- Select program .......................................................................................................................
16- Select option ..........................................................................................................................
17Starting the dishwasher ............................................................................................................
17- Time remaining .......................................................................................................................
17Stopping or changing a program ..............................................................................................
17If you want to load more dishes ................................................................................................
17If the dishwasher is turned off due to a power failure ...............................................................
17Once the program has finished .................................................................................................
17How to get the best drying results ............................................................................................
18Unloading the dishwasher ........................................................................................................
19Program chart ...........................................................................................................................
20Settings ....................................................................................................................................
20Open the settings menu: ...........................................................................................................
20You can now adjust the following settings: ..............................................................................
22Care and cleaning ...................................................................................................................
22Top up with rinse aid ................................................................................................................
22Top up with salt ........................................................................................................................
23Cleaning the filters ....................................................................................................................
24Cleaning the spray arms ...........................................................................................................
24Clean the dishwasher inside and out ........................................................................................
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25Remove blockages ...................................................................................................................
27Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................
32Installation ...............................................................................................................................
32Safety instructions ....................................................................................................................
32Setup .........................................................................................................................................
33Drainage connection .................................................................................................................
33Connection to water supply ......................................................................................................
33Electrical connection .................................................................................................................
35Service .....................................................................................................................................
36Technical data and energy labelling .....................................................................................
36Technical data ...........................................................................................................................
36Information for consumers ........................................................................................................
36Information for test institute ......................................................................................................
37Your notes ...............................................................................................................................
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Your dishwasher
Self-cleaning program
Display
Main power switch
Eco
SpeedWash
Auto wash
Intensive wash
One hour program
Glass
Delayed start
Auto open
Extra hygiene
Salt indicator
Rinse aid indicator
Program selector
Install the dishwasher, see the chapter Installation. Following this, open the door and press the main
power switch to start using the machine.
The first time the dishwasher is switched on, it is important that you choose the right settings to ensure
good dishwashing results. See the chapter Before washing for the first time.
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Safety instructions
•Read the operating instructions and keep them in a safe
place!
•Number of standard place settings: 13
•Never use the dishwasher for any purpose other than that
specified in these operating instructions.
•Do not load the dishwasher door or dishwasher baskets with
anything other than dishes.
•Never leave the dishwasher door open as someone may trip
on it.
•Use only dishwasher detergent!
•This machine can be used by children aged 8 and upwards,
and by people with reduced physical capacity, mental ability,
memory loss or lacking experience and knowledge. These
individuals must be supervised when using the machine or
have instructions on how to use the machine and understand
the risks that can occur. Cleaning of the machine must not
be carried out by children without supervision.
•Damaged mains cables must only be replaced by a qualified
electrician.
•Only use the dishwasher in household-type environments
for dishwashing household dishes. All other use is prohibited.
•Never place dishes with solvent residues in the dishwasher
due to the risk of explosion. Nor may dishes that contain
ash, wax or lubricants be washed in the dishwasher.
•Children must be watched. Do not allow children to use or
play with the dishwasher. Be especially vigilant when the
door is open. Some detergent may remain inside! After
adding detergent, always start the dishwasher immediately.
WARNING!
Knives and other pointed items must be placed with the
points down in the cutlery basket or horizontally in other
baskets.
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WARNING!
Children must be supervised –dishwasher detergent is
corrosive!
Installation
See the chapter Installation.
Winter storage/transport
Store the dishwasher above freezing and avoid long transport distances in very cold weather. Transport
the dishwasher upright or laying on its back.
Overflow guard function
The overflow protection starts pumping out the machine and turns off the water supply if the water
level in the dishwasher exceeds the normal level. If the overflow protection is triggered, F54 appears
on the display. Turn off the water supply and contact your nearest service centre.
Packaging
The outer packaging protects the product during transport. The packaging material is recyclable.
Separate the different packaging materials to help reduce raw material use and waste. Your dealer
can take the packaging for recycling or direct you to the nearest recycling centre. The packaging is
comprised of:
•Corrugated cardboard made from up to 100% recycled material.
•Expanded polystyrene (EPS) with no added chlorine or fluorine.
•Supports made from untreated wood.
•Protective plastic made from polyethylene (PE).
Disposal
The dishwasher is manufactured and labelled for recycling.
When the dishwasher has reached the end of its service life and is to be disposed of, it should
immediately be made unusable. Pull out the power cable and cut it as short as possible.
Contact your local authority for information about where and how your dishwasher should be correctly
recycled.
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Before washing for the first time
Water hardness
In order to achieve good dishwashing results, the dishwasher needs soft water (water with low mineral
content). Hard water leaves a white coating on dishes and the dishwasher.
Checking water hardness
Water hardness is specified using the German water hardness scale (°dH) or the French water hardness
scale (°fH).
A water supply with a water hardness in excess of 6°dH (9°fH) must be softened. This is done
automatically with the aid of the built-in water softener. In order for the water softener to function
optimally, it must be adjusted to the hardness of the water supply. Once you have adjusted the water
softener, use detergent and rinse aid doses suitable for soft water.
Contact the local waterworks to check the water hardness in your area.
Make a note of the water hardness:____________
If the water hardness exceeds 50°dH (89°fH), we recommend connecting an external water softener.
Increased consumption during regeneration
The dishwasher's built-in water softener is regularly regenerated to maintain its function. Regeneration
extends the dishwashing program and increases energy and water consumption. Just how often the
dishwasher's water softener is regenerated depends on the selected setting.
Example: If the Eco program is run with a water hardness of 14 °dH (57 °fH), the water softener is
regenerated at regular intervals (after 7 dishwashing cycles), energy consumption increases by 0.015
kWh and water consumption increases by 2.3 litres while the program time is extended by 3 minutes.
Regeneration occurs during the program's main wash.
WARNING!
Hard water leaves a white coating on dishes and inside the dishwasher. It is therefore important
that you select the right setting for the water softener! See Water hardness in the chapter Settings.
Never run the dishwasher with an empty salt compartment if the water supply has a water
hardness in excess of 6°dH (9°fH).
Set the Water hardness
Chapter Settings describes how to adjust the water softener.
Top up with salt
Salt compartment lid
1. Unscrew the salt compartment lid.
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2. Place the funnel supplied with the dishwasher in the salt compartment top-up hole. First, pour in
about 1 l of water.
3. Then add salt, a maximum of 1.0 kg, until the compartment is full. Use large grain salt or special
dishwasher salt.
4. Wipe up any excess salt so that the lid can be screwed on firmly.
In order to avoid rust stains a dishwashing program must be started immediately after adding salt.
Set the Rinse aid
The chapter Settings describes how to set the rinse aid dosage.
Top up with rinse aid
Drying is faster and a better result is achieved if you use rinse aid. You will also achieve a better
dishwashing result with clear and spotless dishes.
Press to open
1. Open the rinse aid compartment lid.
2. Carefully top up with rinse aid to the level marked max.
3. Wipe up any splashes of rinse aid around the compartment.
4. Close the lid firmly.
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Greener dishwashing
The dishwasher saves energy and water
When using a dishwasher in a residential setting, less energy and water are generally used compared
to washing the dishes by hand.
Do not rinse under running water
Do not rinse the dishes under running water as this will lead to increased energy and water consumption.
Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher.
Choose a green detergent
Read the environmental declaration on the packaging!
Too much detergent, rinse aid and salt can result in less effective dishwashing and also entail greater
environmental impact.
Run a fully loaded dishwasher
Save energy and water by waiting until the dishwasher is full before running a program (see number
of standard place settings).
Run programs at a lower temperature
If the dishes are only slightly dirty, you can select a program with a low temperature.
Select dishwashing program –Eco
This program is suitable for washing normally dirty dishes and is the most effective program in terms
of combined energy and water consumption. This program is used to assess compliance with EU
legislation on ecodesign.
The dishwashing program is designed for an effective wash using as little energy and water as possible.
The program washes at a low temperature for a long time.
Select option –Auto open
Better drying results are achieved if you use the Auto open option, which automatically opens the
dishwasher door. Wait until the dishwasher indicates that the program has ended and the dishes have
cooled before unloading the dishwasher. (If the dishwasher is built-in the surrounding furnishings must
be resistant to any condensation from the dishwasher.)
Connect to cold water
Connect the dishwasher to the cold water supply if the building is heated using oil, electricity or gas.
Connection to hot water supply
Connect the dishwasher to the hot water supply (max. 70 °C) if the building is heated using an
energy-efficient means such as district heating, solar power or geothermal power. Choosing a hot
water connection cuts dishwashing times and reduces the dishwasher's energy consumption.
NOTE!
Do not exceed the permitted water supply temperature. Certain materials used in some cookware
cannot withstand strong heat.
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Loading the dishwasher
Fragile dishes
Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several reasons. Some materials cannot
withstand strong heat, others can be damaged by dishwashing detergent.
Exercise caution with, for example, handmade items, fragile decoration, crystal/glassware, silver,
copper, tin, aluminium, wood and plastic. Look for the "Dishwasher safe" marking.
Loading affects the results
Load the dishes carefully to ensure the best washing and drying results with the lowest possible energy
and water consumption. Give your dishwasher the best chance to reach and clean all surfaces, as
well as to dry the dishes as thoroughly as possible.
•All dirty surfaces should face inwards and downwards!
•Dishes should not be placed in or on each other.
•Angle dishes with hollows, such as cups, so that the rinse water will run off. This is also important
for plastic items.
•Make sure small items cannot fall through the dishwasher basket; place them in the cutlery basket.
NOTE!
Check that the spray arms can rotate freely.
The dishwasher's baskets
The dishwasher is equipped with an upper basket and a lower basket with a cutlery basket.
The appearance of the baskets may differ depending on the dishwasher setup.
Upper basket
Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates and saucers in the upper basket. All dirty surfaces should face
inwards and downwards! Wine glasses are placed on the wine glass shelf and knives are placed in
the knife stand on the right (if fitted).
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Raising and lowering the upper basket
1. Pull out the upper basket.
2. Grab the sides of the upper basket with both hands and lift it up.
3. Repeatedly lift the basket with both hands to change its position. (The upper basket can be set
in three positions.) When the upper basket is in the highest position lifting it will return it to the
lowest position. Note that both sides of the basket must always be set to the same height.
Lower basket
Place plates, side plates, serving dishes, pots and cutlery (in the cutlery basket) in the lower basket.
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Foldable tines
Fold down the foldable tines (plate supports) when dishwashing pots. Release the foldable tines by
pressing the catch inwards before adjusting their position.
Cutlery basket
Place cutlery with the handles facing down, except for knives, and spread them out as much as
possible. Ensure that spoons do not stack inside each other.
Place the cutlery basket in the lower basket.
Cutlery basket with lid
The cutlery basket lid can be removed.
Flexible cutlery basket
The cutlery basket is flexible and can be
separated into two parts, which can then be
attached to the side of the lower basket.
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Using the dishwasher
Add detergent
Press to open
1. Prewash detergent compartment
2. Main wash detergent compartment
Detergent is added according to water hardness.
Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging. This dishwasher is fitted with a water softener,
so use detergent and rinse aid doses suitable for soft water.
Too much detergent can result in less effective dishwashing and also entails greater environmental
impact.
The detergent compartment must be dry when adding detergent. There is one compartment for the
prewash and one for the main wash. If powder or liquid dishwasher detergent is used, add a small
amount of the detergent to the prewash compartment. Contact the detergent manufacturer if you
have questions about the detergent.
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent! Washing up liquid must not be used as the foam that forms
prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
Dishwasher tablets
Halve the tablet if it is difficult to close the dispenser lid. There is a risk that the detergent will not be
released properly if the lid is tight and will not open correctly.
NOTE!
Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs (less than 75 minutes). Use powder
or liquid dishwasher detergent instead.
All-in-one detergent
There are many types of all-in-one detergents on the market. Read through the directions for these
products carefully.
Chapter Settings describes how to activate TAB (3-in-1/ All-in-one detergent). Note that salt must be
put in the salt compartment. If you are not satisfied with the dishwashing or drying results, deactivate
the setting TAB (3-in-1/ All-in-one detergent) and top up with salt, detergent and rinse aid. See Chapter
Before washing for the first time.
NOTE!
Optimal washing and drying results are achieved by using normal detergent together with
separately dispensed rinse aid and salt.
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The main power switch
Press and hold the main power switch until the display lights up. Also check that the water tap is on.
- Select program
Select a program to suit the type of dishes and how dirty they are. Eco is always pre-selected.
Press the Program selector one or more times until the desired program symbol is activated.
Eco
This program is suitable for washing normally dirty dishes and is the most effective program in terms
of combined energy and water consumption. This program is used to assess compliance with EU
legislation on ecodesign.
Auto wash
The dishwasher can measure how dirty the dishes are and adjust water consumption and temperature
accordingly. When newly installed, the program needs to be run five times before it is fully adapted
and can provide the best results.
+ QuickIntensive1)
QuickIntensive (Auto wash + SpeedWash) is an effective program for slightly dried leftovers. (This
program is not intended for burnt food, such as on oven dishes.)
Intensive wash
Also ideal for use when hygiene demands are especially high, such as for dishwashing baby bottles
and chopping boards.
A program with a high temperature to dissolve grease on very dirty dishes, such as pans, casserole
dishes and oven dishes. If these dishes do not completely fill the dishwasher, you can add plates and
the like.
One hour program
A quick program for slightly dried leftovers. (This program is not intended for burnt food, such as on
oven dishes.)
In combination with SpeedWash, a shorter program is achieved (15 minutes).
Glass
A gentle dishwashing program with a low temperature for washing fragile items made of crystal/glass.
Remember to use a small amount of detergent and to place items so that they do not touch each
other during the wash. See also Fragile dishes in the chapter Loading the dishwasher. Porcelain that
has just been used without dried leftovers can also be washed using this program.
1) Program time 90 minutes.
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Self-cleaning program
Self-cleaning program for hygienic cleaning of the dishwasher tub, spray arms and spray pipes.
This program should be run (with no dishes in the machine) using normal dishwasher detergent or
citric acid. Special dishwasher cleaners are also available on the market. For the removal of limescale
deposits, see Dishwasher tub in the chapter Care and cleaning.
Press and hold the option buttons for
Self-cleaning program to activate the program.
Self-cleaning program starts when the door is
closed.
Self-cleaning program
- Select option
To select an option, press one of the option buttons until the option is activated. The available options
vary between program and some options cannot be combined (available options glow dimly).
SpeedWash
This option shortens the program time, but uses more energy and water.
Auto open2)
The dishwasher door opens automatically, which improves the drying results. Wait until the dishwasher
indicates that the program has ended and the dishes have cooled before unloading the dishwasher.
(If the dishwasher is built-in the surrounding furnishings must be resistant to any condensation from
the dishwasher.)
The drying time for the Auto open option varies between programs.
NOTE!
For the best drying results, do not close the door before the drying phase has finished and the
machine has automatically switched off.
WARNING!
The dishwasher door must not be blocked or closed when opened automatically. Doing so may
damage the door lock mechanism. Wait at least 5 minutes before closing the door.
Extra hygiene
This option is intended for situations where demands on hygiene are especially high, such as when
dishwashing baby bottles and cutting boards. The temperature is increased in both the main wash
and the final rinse.
Delayed start
When you select Delayed start the dishwasher will start 1-24 hours after you close the door.
2) The Auto open option is pre-selected for some programs.
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1. Press the button once to activate Delayed start. Press the button several times –or hold it in –to
set the desired number of hours.
2. Close the door and the dishwasher counts down 1 hour at a time and starts after the selected
delay.
If you want to cancel the Delayed start option, open the door and press and hold the main power
switch until the display turns off.
Starting the dishwasher
Close the door to start the dishwasher. If the main power switch is on the dishwasher will start
automatically when the door is closed.
- Time remaining
Once you have chosen a program and options, the time the program took when last used is displayed.
Stopping or changing a program
If you want to change program after starting the dishwasher, open the door then press and hold the
main power switch until the display turns off. Add more detergent if the lid of the detergent dispenser
has opened. Then press the main power switch, select a new program and close the door.
If you want to load more dishes
Open the door. The dishwasher stops automatically. Add the dishes and close the door. After a while,
the dishwasher continues the program.
If the dishwasher is turned off due to a power failure
If the dishwashing program was not finished, the interrupted program continues when power is restored.
NOTE!
During drying, the program is interrupted if the power is cut or the door is open for more than 2
minutes.
Once the program has finished
The dishwasher switches off automatically after the program ends. Shut off the water tap after each
use.
How to get the best drying results
•Fully load the dishwasher.
•Angle dishes with hollows, such as cups, so that the rinse water will run off. This is also important
for plastic items.
•Top up with rinse aid or increase the rinse aid dosage level.
•Activate the Auto open option.
•Allow the dishes to cool before unloading the dishwasher.
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Unloading the dishwasher
Hot porcelain is more fragile. Leave the dishes to cool in the dishwasher before unloading them.
Unload the lower basket first to avoid any water drops from the upper basket falling onto the dishes
in the lower basket.
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Program chart
Consumption values 1)
Final rinseNumber of
rinses
Main washPrewashes- OptionsDetergent,
compart- ment 1 / 2 (ml)
- Program
Water
cons. (L)
Energy
(approx.
kWh)
Dishwash-
ing time
(approx.
hrs:min)
8.90.723:2548 °C255 °C0Auto open--- / 25
Eco 2)
8.5- 170.9-1.52:10-2:5065 °C2-350-65 °C1-3Auto open--- / 25Auto wash 14.51.62:5570 °C270 °C210 / 25Intensive wash 8.50.81:0065 °C255 °C---- / 25One hour program 80.71:4050 °C245 °C---- / 20Glass
1) Consumption values vary depending on the temperature of the incoming water, room temperature, load size, selected additional functions and
more. The values for the Eco program are accurate, others are indicative only.
2) This program is suitable for washing normally dirty dishes and is the most effective program in terms of combined energy and water consumption.
This program is used to assess compliance with EU legislation on ecodesign.
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Settings
Open the settings menu:
First, open the door. Turn off the machine. Press and hold the main power switch
until the display lights up.
1
Within 10 seconds:
- press and hold the Program selector and the SpeedWash option button until
the settings menu opens.
2
+
The display shows the settings menu (current setting and its currently set value).3
(Exit the menu by browsing through the menu or pressing the main power switch.)
Navigate the settings menu:
Press to browse between setting values.
Press to save the set value and continue to the next
setting.
Current setting.
Current setting value.
You can now adjust the following settings:
OptionsSettings
Rinse aid dosage setting.1:00 - 1:05Rinse aid1
Increase the rinse aid dosage:
•If the dishes have water marks.
Decrease the rinse aid dosage:
•If the dishes have a sticky white/blue film.
•If the dishes are streaked.
•Build-up of foam. If you have very soft water, the
rinse aid can be diluted 50:50 with water.
Pre-selected at factory: 05
Adjusting the water softener. Select a setting depending
on the hardness of the water supply. It is important that
this setting is correct!
2:00 - 2:09Water hardness2
Recommended
setting
French water
hardness scale
German water
hardness scale
2:000-9°fH0-5°dH
2:0110-14°fH6-8°dH
2:0215-20°fH9-11°dH
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