ETNA VW942HN User manual

User manual
Dishwasher
VW942HN

Contents
4Your dishwasher .....................................................................................................................
5Safety instructions ..................................................................................................................
6Installation .................................................................................................................................
6Overflow guard function ...........................................................................................................
6Winter storage/transport ...........................................................................................................
6Packaging .................................................................................................................................
6Disposal ....................................................................................................................................
7Before washing for the first time ...........................................................................................
7Water hardness .........................................................................................................................
8Basic settings ...........................................................................................................................
8Top up with rinse aid ................................................................................................................
8Top up with salt ........................................................................................................................
9Greener dishwashing ..............................................................................................................
9Save energy and water .............................................................................................................
10Loading the dishwasher .........................................................................................................
10Fragile dishes ............................................................................................................................
10Loading affects the results ........................................................................................................
10The dishwasher's baskets ........................................................................................................
10Top cutlery tray .........................................................................................................................
11Upper basket ............................................................................................................................
12Lower basket ............................................................................................................................
13Using the dishwasher .............................................................................................................
13Add detergent ...........................................................................................................................
14On/Off .......................................................................................................................................
14Select program .........................................................................................................................
15Select option .............................................................................................................................
16Start/Stop .................................................................................................................................
16Status light ................................................................................................................................
16If you want to load more dishes ................................................................................................
17Power failure .............................................................................................................................
17Once the program has finished .................................................................................................
17The best drying results .............................................................................................................
17Unloading the dishwasher ........................................................................................................
18Program chart .........................................................................................................................
19Settings ....................................................................................................................................
21Care and cleaning ...................................................................................................................
21Top up with rinse aid ................................................................................................................
21Top up with salt ........................................................................................................................
22Clean the filters .........................................................................................................................
23Cleaning the spray arms ...........................................................................................................
24Clean the outside of the dishwasher ........................................................................................
24CLn - Run the Self-clean program ...........................................................................................
24Remove blockages ...................................................................................................................
26Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................
2

31Installation ...............................................................................................................................
31Safety instructions ....................................................................................................................
31Setup .........................................................................................................................................
32Drainage connection .................................................................................................................
32Connection to water supply ......................................................................................................
33Electrical connection .................................................................................................................
34Service .....................................................................................................................................
35Technical data and energy labelling .....................................................................................
35Technical data ...........................................................................................................................
35Information for consumers ........................................................................................................
35Information for test institute ......................................................................................................
3

Your dishwasher
Install the dishwasher, see the chapter Installation. Then open the door and press .
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.
Display
Start/StopOn/Off
Special programOptionProgram
Self-cleanDelayed startAuto 45-65°
Speed washEco 55°
Automatic door opening1h 65°
Intensive 70°
Glass 40°
Hygiene 70°
Night 55°
Quick 35°
Information on the display
See the chapter Care and cleaning.
Top up with rinse aid
Top up with salt
CLn Run the Self-clean program
NOTE!
The control panel only reacts to use when the door is open.
4

Safety instructions
•Read the operating instructions and keep them in a safe
place!
•Number of standard place settings: 16
•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. Push the baskets in to avoid risking the dishwasher
tipping over.
•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 supply cord must only be replaced by the
manufacturer's service centre or someone similarly
professionally qualified.
•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 horizontally
in the dishwasher's special cutlery baskets.
5

WARNING!
Children must be supervised –dishwasher detergent is
corrosive!
Installation
See the chapter Installation.
Overflow guard function
The overflow guard 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 guard is triggered, F54 (Overfilling water)
appears on the display. Turn off the water tap and contact your nearest service centre. (To avoid water
leakage outside the dishwasher, do not remove the plug from the wall socket until the water tap on
the supply line has been turned off!)
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.
Before transporting a used dishwasher, or before prolonged storage, water must first be removed
from the machine.
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. Remove the light source/light sources.
Contact your local authority for information about where and how your dishwasher should be correctly
recycled.
6

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 German degrees of water hardness (°dH), French degrees of water
hardness (°fH), English degrees of water hardness (°eH) or millimoles per litre (mmol/l).
A water supply with a water hardness in excess of 5°dH (9°fH / 6°eH / 0.9 mmol/ll) must be softened.
This is done automatically with the aid of the built-in water softener. In order for the water softener to
function properly, its settings must be adjusted to the hardness of the water supply. Once you have
adjusted the water softener settings, add detergent and rinse aid in doses suitable for soft water.
Contact the local waterworks to check the water hardness in your area.
Make a note of the water hardness:____________
Recommended settingmmol/l°eH°fH°dH
000.0-0.90-60-90-5
011.0-1.47-1010-146-8
021.5-2.011-1415-209-11
032.1-2.515-1821-2512-14
042.6-3.419-2426-3415-19
053.5-4.325-3035-4320-24
064.4-5.231-3644-5225-29
075.3-7.037-4953-7030-39
087.1-8.850-6171-8840-49
098.9628950
If the water hardness exceeds 50°dH (89°fH / 62°eH / 8.9 mmol/l), 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 55° program is run with a water hardness of 14°dH (25°fH / 18°eH / 2.5 mmol/l),
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 takes place 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 5°dH (9°fH / 6°eH / 0.9 mmol/l).
7

Basic settings
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 Settings.
Set up:
•Rinse aid
•Water hardness
•TAB
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.
Top up the rinse aid compartment with rinse aid if you have selected Rinse aid 01 - 05.
Lift up to open
Press to close
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.
Top up with salt
Add salt to the salt compartment if you have selected Water hardness 01 - 09.
1. Remove the salt compartment lid by turning it anticlockwise.
2. Place the funnel supplied with the dishwasher in the salt compartment top-up hole. First, pour in
about 1 l of water.
3. Add enough salt to fill the salt compartment (max. 750 gram). Use special dishwasher salt.
4. Wipe up any excess salt so that the lid can be screwed on firmly.
WARNING!
In order to avoid rust stains a dishwashing program must be started immediately after adding
salt.
8

Greener dishwashing
Save 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). Use the 1h 65° program with the Speed wash option to rinse the
dishes if there are any unpleasant odours.
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 55°
This program is suitable for washing normally soiled 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 –Automatic door opening
A shorter dishwashing program and better drying results are achieved if you use the Automatic
door opening 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 reduces the dishwasher's energy consumption.
NOTE!
Do not exceed the permitted water supply temperature. Certain materials used in some cookware
cannot withstand high heat. See Fragile dishes in the chapter Loading the dishwasher.
9

Loading the dishwasher
Fragile dishes
Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several reasons. Some materials cannot
withstand high heat, others can be damaged by dishwasher 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 top cutlery
tray.
NOTE!
Check that the spray arms can rotate freely.
The dishwasher's baskets
The dishwasher is equipped with a top cutlery tray, an upper basket and a lower basket.
The appearance of the baskets may differ depending on the dishwasher setup.
Top cutlery tray
The top cutlery tray has space for cutlery, ladles, whisks, serving cutlery and similar items.
The top cutlery tray is comprised of three parts
that can be moved sideways to better
accommodate the dishes.
10

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.
Knife stand
3 positions
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. If the upper basket is raised while in the top position, it will drop to the bottom position.
Note that both sides of the basket must always be set to the same height.
11

Adjustable plate supports
The adjustable plate supports can be folded down to make it easier to load pots, bowls and glasses.
Lower basket
Place plates, side plates, serving dishes and pots in the lower basket. Cutlery can be placed in the
cutlery holder.
Fit the cutlery holder to achieve maximum loading
capacity. (Found inside the enclosed plastic bag.)
Adjustable plate supports
The adjustable plate supports can be folded down to make it easier to load pots and bowls.
12

Using the dishwasher
Add detergent
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.
Detergent compartment
The detergent compartment must be dry when adding detergent.
If powder or liquid dishwasher detergent is
used, add a small amount of the detergent to
the compartment for prewash detergent.
Press to open Close the lid
Prewash detergent Main wash detergent
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent! Washing up liquid must not be used as the foam that forms
prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
All-in-one detergent
There are many types of all-in-one detergents on the market. Read through the directions for these
products carefully.
Activate the TAB setting and deactivate the Rinse aid setting, when using an all-in-one detergent that
contains rinse aid.
Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs (less than 75 minutes). Use powder or
liquid dishwasher detergent instead.
NOTE!
Optimal washing and drying results are achieved by using normal detergent together with
separately dispensed rinse aid and salt.
Contact the detergent manufacturer if you have questions about the detergent.
13

Display
Start/StopOn/Off
NOTE!
The control panel only reacts to use when the door is open.
On/Off
Open the door and press . Also turn on the water tap if it is turned off.
Select program
Select a program to suit the type of dishes and how dirty they are. Eco 55° is always pre-selected.
Press the desired program until it is activated, which is indicated by an indicator light.
Auto 45-65°
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.
Eco 55°
This program is suitable for washing normally soiled 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.
You can read more about greener dishwashing in the chapter Greener dishwashing.
For heavily soiled dishes with a lot of grease, a program with higher temperatures should be used.
1h 65°
A quick program for slightly dried leftovers. (This program is not intended for burnt food, such as on
oven dishes.)
The Automatic door opening option is important for ensuring the best drying results.
Intensive 70°
A program with a high temperature for dissolving 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
other dishes.
Glass 40°
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.
14

Hygiene 70°
This program is ideal to use where demands on hygiene are extra high, e.g. for baby bottles and
cutting boards. The temperature is high both in the main wash and in the final rinse.
Night 55°
A quieter dishwashing program, suitable for running at night. The program time is extended.
Quick 35°
A quick program for dishes that have just been used and have no dried leftovers on them.
Self-clean
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.
The dishwasher will indicate at regular intervals that Self-clean needs to be run.
Select option
Press the options to activate them. (The available options vary between programs.)
Delayed start
When you select Delayed start, the dishwasher will start 1-24 hours after you have pressed and
closed the door.
1. Press once to activate Delayed start. Press several times, or hold it in, to set the desired number
of hours. The time for Delayed start is shown on the display.
2. Press . Close the door. The timer counts down and the dishwasher starts after the selected
delay.
If you want to cancel the Delayed start option, open the door then press and hold for three seconds.
Not available for: Self-clean
Speed wash
This option shortens the program time, but uses more energy and water.
Press to activate the option. The program time is updated on the display.
Not available for: Auto 45-65°, Glass 40°, Hygiene 70°, Quick 35°, Self-clean
Automatic door opening
The dishwasher door opens automatically, which shortens the program time and 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 of the Automatic door opening option varies (from 5 to 90 minutes) depending on the
model, program and temperature of the final rinse.
Press to activate the option, which is indicated by an indicator light.
15

The Automatic door opening option is pre-selected for some programs.
Not available for: Hygiene 70°, Self-clean
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.
Start/Stop
Press . The display will start to flash, indicating that the dishwasher is ready to start. Close the door
properly, otherwise the dishwasher will not start.
Stopping or changing a program
Open the door. If you want to interrupt or change the program after starting the dishwasher, press
and hold for three seconds.
Top up with new detergent if the lid of the detergent dispenser has opened. Then select a new program,
press and close the door.
Remaining time
Once you have chosen a program and options, the time the program took when last used is displayed.
Status light
The status light on the bottom part of the dishwasher indicates that a program has started.
Flashing light
A flashing light indicates that the door has been opened while a program is in progress. If it flashes
when the door is closed, an error has occurred. See the chapter Troubleshooting.
Status light
If you want to load more dishes1)
Open the door. The dishwasher stops automatically. Add the dishes and close the door. After a while,
the dishwasher continues the program.
1) You should not load more dishes if the lid of the detergent dispenser has been opened.
16

Power failure
If the dishwasher is turned off due to a power failure when a dishwashing program is running, the
program continues when power is restored. If the power is cut during drying, the program is interrupted.
If the door is open for more than 2 minutes during drying, the program is interrupted.
Once the program has finished
The end of the program is indicated by one short signal from the buzzer. The chapter Settings describes
how to change this function.
Moreover, the end of the program is indicated by the status light turning off.
Once the dishwasher door is opened and the program has finished "End" appears on the display.
The dishwasher switches off automatically after the program ends. Shut off the water tap after each
use.
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 setting.
•Activate the Automatic door opening option.
•Open the door a little once the program has finished.
•Allow the dishes to cool before unloading the dishwasher.
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.
17

Program chart
Consumption values 1)
Final rinse
Number of rinses
Main washNumber
of pre- washes
OptionDetergent
(ml)
Program
Water
cons. (liter)
Energy
(approx.
kWh)
Dishwash-
ing time
(approx.
hrs:min)
11.5-19.00.9-1.42:10-3:1060 °C2-345-65 °C1-2
3)
25Auto 45-65°
9.60.763:2047 °C255 °C
3)
25
Eco 55° 2)
15.01.11:0065 °C365 °C
3)
251h 65°
16.01.62:5070 °C270 °C225Intensive 70° 10.00.71:4050 °C240 °C20Glass 40° 11.01.31:0570 °C270 °C25Hygiene 70° 14.01.45:3565 °C255 °C125Night 55° 10.00.30:2030 °C235 °C
Automatic door open- ing10Quick 35°
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 55° program are accurate, others are indicative only.
2) This program is suitable for washing normally soiled 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.
3) Automatic door opening
18

Settings
Open the door and press .
To open the dishwasher's settings menu, press and hold and until SEt is shown on the display.
Use to step through the menu.
Confirm / Next settingSelect alternative
Open the dishwasher's settings menu
To exit the menu, step through it or press .
AlternativesSettings
A beep confirms that the control panel has been pressed.00 - 03Sounds2
A beep indicates when a dishwashing program has
ended.
Error messages are always indicated by a loud buzzer.
Setting for rinse aid dosage. The rinse aid dispenser can
be adjusted between 00 (Off) and 05 (High dosage).
00 - 05Rinse aid3
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: 04
Adjusting the water softener. Select a setting depending
on the hardness of the water supply. It is important that
this setting is correct!
00 - 09Water hardness4
See Water hardness in the chapter Before washing for
the first time.
For a water supply with a hardness below 6°dH (10°fH /
7°eH / 1.0 mmol/l), select 00. The water softener is deac-
tivated and no salt needs to be added.
Pre-selected at factory: 04
Activate this setting when using an all-in-one detergent
that contains rinse aid.
00 (Off)
01 (On)
TAB5
This setting reduces the rinse aid dosage and affects how
often the dishwasher's built-in softener is regenerated.
19

AlternativesSettings
Pre-selected at factory: 00
Select whether the interior light is to be switched on when
the dishwasher is turned off and the door is opened. (If
the dishwasher is turned on, the interior light is always
switched on when the door is opened.)
00 (Off)
01 (On)
Interior light when
the dishwasher is
switched off
8
Any error messages.Error readoutF--
When contacting the service department, you may be
asked to provide the most recent error messages.
Restores all settings to the factory defaults.Restore factory defaultsrSt
Select rSt and press .
To exit the dishwasher's settings menu, select End and
press .
ExitEnd
20