ETNA VWV243 Series User manual

VWV243---
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
ANLEITUNG
DISHWASHER
GESCHIRRSPÜLER

EN User instruction EN 3 - EN 34
DE Anleitung DE 3 - DE 34
Pictograms used - Benutzte Piktogramme
Important information - Wissenswertes
Tip - Tipp

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CONTENTS
Your dishwasher
Introduction 4
Using your dishwasher
Description 5
Quick start 5
Control panel 6
Water softener 9
Adding salt 10
Preparing and loading dishes 11
Function of the rinse aid and dishwasher detergent 15
Filling the rinse aid reservoir 16
Filling the detergent dispenser 17
Programming the dishwasher
Wash cycle table 18
Saving energy 19
Starting a cycle wash 19
Changing the program mid-cycle 19
Forget to add a dish? 20
Auto open 20
Maintenance
Filtering system 21
Cleaning the spray arms 22
Caring for the dishwasher 23
Cleaning the door 24
Errors
What should I do, if... 25
Error table 25
Technical data sheet 30
Loading the baskets according to EN60436 31
Tips for using the cutlery rack 33
Your dishwasher and the environment
Disposal 34

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Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of this appliance. This product was designed with simple
operation and optimum comfort in mind.
This manual describes the best way to use this appliance. In addition to information on
operation, you will also find background information that may come in handy when using the
appliance.
Please read the separate safety instructions carefully before
using the appliance.
Read this manual before using the appliance and keep it in a safe place for future use.
You can find the most recent version of the instructions for use on our website.
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Description
Features and appearance of baskets and cutlery baskets may vary, depending on your
model.
1. Salt container
2. Detergent dispenser
3. Rinse aid reservoir
4. Lower spray arm
5. Filtering system
6. Top spray arm
7. Inner lighting
8. Cutlery rack
9. Upper spray arm
10. Cup rack
11. Upper basket
12. Lower basket
Quick start
Please read the corresponding content in this manual for more details about the operation.
Inside Outside
1. Setting the water softener/loading the salt.
2. Removing larges residues on the cutlery/dishes.
3. Loading the baskets.
4. Filling the dispenser and the rinse aid reservoir.
5. Selecting a program and running the dishwasher.
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Control panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Operation (push buttons)
1 On/Off Press this button to turn on your dishwasher, the screen lights up.
2 Program Select the appropriate washing program. The corresponding indicator will
be lit.
3 Delayed
start
Press this button (several times) to set a delayed start. Delay a cycle for
up to 24 hours in one-hour increments.
4 Auto
open
The dishwasher door opens automatically at the end of the program,
which improves the drying results. It can't be used with the program
Rapid and with the program Self-Cleaning.
5 Function Press this button to select a function. The corresponding indicator will be
lit.
6 Alt Press this button for specifically cleaning the load in the selected basket.
You do not have to wait until the whole dishwasher is loaded completely.
The corresponding indicator will be lit.
7 Child
lock
This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel, except
the on/off button, so children cannot accidently start the dishwasher by
pressing the buttons on the panel.
8 Start/
Pause
Press this button to start a selected program or to pause a program.

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Indicators
9 Program
indicator
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
ECO
This is the standard program, it is suitable to clean
normally soiled tableware and it is the most efficient
program in terms of its combined energy and water
consumption for that type of tableware.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Auto
An auto sensing wash for lightly, normally or heavily soiled
crockery, with or without dried-on food. A sensor detects
how dirty the water in the machine is and automatically
adjusts the program temperature and duration.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Intensive
Heavily soiled items include pots and pans. With dried on
food.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Glass
For lightly soiled crockery and glass.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
90 Min
For normally soiled loads that need a quick wash.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
58 Min
For normally soiled dishes that need to be washed and
dried quickly.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Rapid
A shorter wash for lightly soiled loads that do not need
drying.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Self-Cleaning
This program provides an effective cleaning of the
dishwasher itself.
10 Display
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Display
To show the remaining time, delayed start time, error
codes etc.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Rinse aid
If this indicator is lit, it means the dishwasher is low on
dishwasher rinse aid and requires a refill.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Salt
If this indicator is lit, it means the dishwasher is low on
dishwasher salt and needs to be refilled.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Water faucet
If this indicator is lit, it means the water faucet is closed.

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11 Function
indicator
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Auto open
The dishwasher door opens automatically at the end of the
program, which improves the drying results. This function
can't be used with the program Rapid and with the
program Self-cleaning.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Extra drying
To dry dishes more completely. This function can't be
used with the program Auto, Rapid and with the program
Self-cleaning.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Turbo Speed+
Reduce the program time. This function can't be used with
the program Auto and Rapid.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Upper
When you select Upper, only the dishes in the upper basket
will be washed. The spray system of the lower basket will
not operate.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Lower
When you select Lower, only the dishes in the lower basket
will be washed. The spray system of the upper basket will
not operate.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Child lock
This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control
panel, except the on/off button, so children cannot
accidently start the dishwasher by pressing the buttons on
the panel.
12 Running
status
indicator
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
The running status indicator shows the running phase of a
selected program when the dishwasher is started.
13 Consumption
indicator
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Water consumption level
The consumption indicator shows the water consumption
level of a selected programme. The more bars displayed,
the higher the water consumption.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Energy consumption level
The consumption indicator shows the energy consumption
level of a selected programme. The more bars are
displayed, the higher the energy consumption is.

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Water softener
• The hardness of the water varies from place to place. If hard water is used in the
dishwasher, deposits will form on the dishes and utensils.
• The appliance is equipped with a special softener that uses a salt container specifically
designed to eliminate lime and minerals from the water.
Adjusting salt consumption
The dishwasher is designed to allow for adjustment in the amount of salt consumed based on
the hardness of the water used. This is intended to optimise and customise the level of salt
consumption. The dishwasher must be adjusted to the water hardness in your area (contact your
local water board for information). This will affect the consumption of dishwasher salt consumed.
The factory setting is H3.
Water hardness
ºClarke ºdH ºfH mmol/l Setting Regeneration
occurs every
X program
sequence 1)
Salt consumption
(grams/cycle)
0 - 6 0 - 5 0 - 9 0 - 0.94 H1 No regeneration 0
7 - 14 6 - 11 10 - 20 1.0 - 2.0 H2 10 9
15 - 21 12 - 17 21 - 30 2.1 - 3.0 H3 5 12
22 - 28 18 - 22 31 - 40 3.1 - 4.0 H4 3 20
29 - 42 23 - 34 41 - 60 4.1 - 6.0 H5 2 30
43 - 69 35 - 55 61 - 98 6.1 - 9.8 H6 1 60
1) Every cycle with a regeneration operation consumes additional 4.0 litres of water, the energy
consumption increases by 0.06 kWh and the program extents by 10 minutes.
To adjust the water softener setting follow the steps below:
1. Close the door and switch on the appliance;
2. Press the program button for more than 5 seconds to open the water softener settings
mode within 60 seconds after the appliance was switched on;
3. Press the program button again (several times) to select the correct setting according to
your local environment. The settings will change in the following sequence: H1->H2->H3-
>H4->H5->H6;
4. Press the On/Off button to confirm the setting and to end the setting mode.
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Adding salt
1. Remove the lower basket and unscrew the reservoir cap.
2. Place the end of the funnel (supplied) into the container
3. Fill the salt reservoir with about 1.5 kg of salt.
4. Add water until the reservoir is full; water may flow out.
5. After filling the container, put back the cap (tighten firmly).
6. The salt warning light will go off after the salt container has been filled with salt.
7. Immediately after filling the salt into the salt container, a washing program should be
started (we suggest to use a short program). Otherwise the filter system, pump or other
important parts of the machine may be damaged by salty water. This is out of warranty.
Note! The salt container must only be refilled when the salt warning light in the control
panel comes on. Depending on how well the salt dissolves, the salt warning light may
still be on even though the salt container is filled. If salt has spilled, run a soak or quick
program to remove it.
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Preparing and loading dishes
• Consider buying utensils which are identified as dishwasher-proof.
• For particular items, select a program with the lowest possible temperature.
• To prevent damage, do not take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher immediately after
the program has ended.
For washing the following cutlery/dishes are not suitable:
▷Cutlery with wooden, horn china or mother-of-pearl handles
▷Plastic items that are not heat resistant
▷Older cutlery with glued parts that are not temperature resistant
▷Bonded cutlery items or dishes
▷Pewter or cooper items
▷Crystal glass
▷Steel items subject to rusting
▷Wooden platters
▷Items made from synthetic fibres
For washing the following cutlery/dishes are of limited suitability:
▷Some types of glasses can become dull after a large number of washes
▷Silver and aluminum parts have a tendency to discolour during washing
▷Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed frequently
Recommendations for loading the dishwasher
Scrape off any large amounts of leftover food. Soften remnants of burnt food in pans. It is not
necessary to rinse the dishes under running water. For best performance of the dishwasher,
follow these loading guidelines. Features and appearance of baskets and cutlery baskets
may vary, depending on your model.
• Place objects in the dishwasher in the following way:
▷Items such as cups, glasses, pots/pans, etc. must face downwards.
▷Curved items, or ones with recesses, should be loaded aslant so that water can run off.
▷All utensils are stacked securely and cannot tip over.
▷All utensils are placed in the way that the spray arms can rotate freely during washing.
▷Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans etc. with the opening facing downwards
so that water cannot collect in the container or a deep base.
▷Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one another, or cover each other.
▷To avoid damage, glasses should not touch one another.
▷The upper basket is designed to hold more delicate and lighter dishware such as glasses,
coffee and tea cups.
▷Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard!
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▷Long and / or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned
horizontally in the upper basket.
▷Please do not overload your dishwasher. This is important for good results and for
reasonable consumption of energy.
Note: Very small items should not be washed in the dishwasher as they could
easily fall out of the basket.
Loading the upper basket
The upper basket is designed to hold more delicate and lighter
dishware such as glasses, coffee and tea cups and saucers, as
well as plates, small bowls and shallow pans (as long as they are
not too dirty). Position the dishes and cookware so that they will
not get moved by the spray of water.
Loading the lower basket
We suggest that you place large items and the most difficult
to clean items into the lower basket: such as pots, pans, lids,
serving dishes and bowls. It is preferable to place serving dishes
and lids on the side of the racks in order to avoid blocking the
rotation of the top spray arm.The maximum diameter advised for
plates in front of the detergent dispenser is of 19 cm, this not to
hamper the opening of it.
Loading the cutlery basket/cutlery rack
Cutlery should be placed separately from each other in the appropriate positions, and do make
sure the utensils do not nest together to prevent an insufficient cleaning performance.
Warning! Do not let any item extend through the bottom. Always load sharp utensils
with the sharp point down or placed in a horizontal position!
Removing the dishes
To prevent water dripping from the upper basket into the lower basket, we recommend that you
empty the lower basket first, followed by the upper basket.
Warning! Items will be hot! To prevent damage, do not take glass and cutlery out of the
dishwasher for around 15 minutes after the program has ended.
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Adjusting the height of the upper basket
The height of the upper basket can be easily adjusted to accommodate taller dishes in either the
upper or lower basket. To adjust the height of the upper basket, follow these steps:
1. To raise the upper basket, just lift the upper basket at the center of each side until the
basket locks into place in the upper position. It is not necessary to use the handles.
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2. To lower the upper basket, lift the adjust handles on each side to release the basket and
lower it to the lower position.
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Folding back the cup shelves
To make room for taller items in the dishwasher basket, raise the cup rack upwards. You can
then lean the tall glasses against it. You can also remove it when it is not required for use.
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Attention !
When the upper basket locks in the upper position, the cup shelves can't fold back.
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Folding back the rack shelves
The rack shelves can be lowered to make more room for large items.
fold backwardsraise upwards
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Function of the rinse aid and dishwasher detergent
The rinse aid is released during the final rinse to prevent water from forming droplets on your
dishes, which can leave spots and streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to roll off
the dishes. Your dishwasher is designed to use liquid rinse aids.
Warning! Only use branded rinse aid for dishwasher. Never fill the rinse aid dispenser
with any other substances (e.g. Dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid detergent). This
would damage the appliance.
When to refill the rinse aid dispenser
The regularity of the dispenser needing to be refilled depends on how often dishes are washed
and the rinse aid setting used.
• The Low Rinse Aid indicator ( ) will be lit when more rinse aid is needed.
• Do not overfill the rinse aid dispenser.
Function of the dishwasher detergent
The chemical ingredients that compose the detergent are necessary to remove, crush and
dispense all dirt out of the dishwasher. Most of the commercial quality detergents are suitable for
this purpose.
Warning! Proper use of the dishwasher detergent
- Use only detergent specifically made for dishwashers use.
- Keep your dishwasher detergent fresh and dry.
- Do not fill detergent into the dispenser until you are ready to start the dishwasher.
- Dishwasher detergent is corrosive! Keep dishwasher detergent out of the reach
of children.
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Filling the rinse aid reservoir
1. Open the reservoir cap.
2. Carefully pour in the rinse-aid into its dispenser, whilst avoiding it to overflow.
3. Close the reservoir cap.
Note: Clean up any spilled rinse aid with an absorbent cloth to avoid excessive foaming
during the next wash.
Adjusting the rinse aid setting
To achieve a better drying performance with limited rinse aid, the dishwasher is designed to
adjust the consumption by the user. If the dishes are not drying properly or are spotted, select
a higher setting until your dishes are spot-free. Select a lower setting if there are sticky whitish
stains on your dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife blades.
1. Close the door and switch on the appliance.
2. Within 60 seconds after step 1, press the program button for more than 5 seconds.
3. Press the delayed start button to enter the setting mode. The rinse aid indicator blinks.
4. Press the program button again (several times) to select the proper setting according to
your using habits. The settings will change in the following sequence: d3->d4->d5->d1-
>d2->d3. The factory setting is d3.
5. Press the On/Off button to confirm the setting and to end the setting mode.
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Filling the detergent dispenser
1. Open the flap (slide or press, according to the actual situation).
2. Add detergent into the cavity for the main wash cycle.
3. Close the flap by sliding it to the front and then pressing it down.
Note: Be aware that depending on the soiling of water, setting may be different.
Please observe the manufacturer's recommendations on the detergent packaging.
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Wash cycle table
The table shows information about the programs. Consumption values and program duration are
only indicative except for the ECO program.
Program Steps of the
wash cycle
Detergent
pre wash/
main wash
Running
time (min)
Energy
(kWh)
Water
(l)
Rinse
aid
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
ECO(1)
Wash (45°C)
Rinse
Rinse (43°C)
Drying
24g
(1 or 2 tabs)
280 0.559 9.0 Yes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Auto
Pre-wash (45°C)
Wash (55~65°C)
Rinse
Rinse
Rinse (50~65°C)
Drying
5/19g
(1 or 2 tabs)
105-179 0.930-
1.470
10.3-
17.0 Yes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Intensive
Pre-wash (45°C)
Wash (60°C)
Rinse
Rinse (50°C)
Rinse (60°C~ 65°C)
Drying
5/19g
(1 or 2 tabs)
155-165 1.390~
1.460
15.5 Yes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Glass
Pre-wash (40°C)
Wash (50°C)
Rinse
Rinse
Rinse (55°C~ 60°C)
Drying
5/19g
(1 or 2 tabs)
99-110 0.825~
0.900
11.5 Yes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
90 Min
Wash (55°C)
Rinse
Rinse (55°C~ 60°C)
Drying
5/19g
(1 or 2 tabs)
90-100 0.810~
0.865
9.0 Yes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
58 Min
Wash (50°C)
Rinse
Rinse (55°C)
Drying
20g
(1 tab)
58-70 0.740~
0.795
11.5 Yes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Rapid
Wash (45°C)
Rinse
Rinse (50°C)
15g
(1 tab)
45-50 0.650~
0.710
9.0 No
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
12 13
10
911
Self-Cleaning
Wash (70°C)
Rinse
Rinse (65°C~ 72°C)
Drying
20g
(1 tab)
130-140 1.245~
1.320
12.0 Yes
(1) The ECO program is suitable to clean normally soiled tableware, that for this use, it is the
most efficient program in terms of its combined energy and water consumption, and it is
used to assess compliance with the EU ecodesign legislation.
According to standard EN 60436

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Saving energy
1. Pre-rinsing of tableware items leads to increased water and energy consumption and is not
recommended.
2. Washing tableware in a household dishwasher usually consumes less energy and water in
the use phase than hand dishwashing when the household dishwasher is used according
to the instructions.
Starting a cycle wash
1. Draw out the lower and upper basket, load the dishes and push them back.
It is commended to load the lower basket first, then the upper one.
2. Fill the dispenser with dishwasher detergent.
3. Insert the plug into the socket. The power supply can be found on the “rating plate”
which is located on the side of the inner dishwasher door, where also the serial number is
mentioned.
4. Make sure that the water supply is turned on to full pressure.
5. Close the door and press the on/off button to switch on the appliance.
6. Choose a program, the response light will turn on.
7. Press the start/pause button, the dishwasher will start its cycle.
Changing the program mid-cycle
A wash cycle can only be changed if it has been running for a short time, otherwise the detergent
may have already been released or the the wash water with detergent has already been drained.
If this is the case, the dishwasher needs to be reset and the detergent dispenser must be refilled.
To reset the dishwasher, follow the instructions below:
1. Press the start/pause button to pause the program.
2. Press the program button for more than three seconds to set the appliance into
program selection mode.
3. You can change the program to the desired cycle setting.
4. Press the start/pause button. After 10 seconds the dishwasher will start.
3 sec
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Forget to add a dish?
A forgotten dish can be added any time before the detergent dispenser opens. If this is the case,
follow the instructions below:
1. Press the start/pause button to pause the program.
2. Wait for 5 seconds, then open the door.
3. Add the forgotten dishes.
4. Close the door.
5. Press the start/pause button. After 10 seconds the dishwasher will start.
After 5 sec
Warning! It is dangerous to open the door mid-cycle, as hot steam may scald you.
Auto open
At the end of the program, the door of the dishwasher opens automatically. Condensation can
escape and fresh air can reach the dishes. This improves the drying results. Surrounding parts of
the kitchen must be resistant to this condensation.
Note: The dishwasher door must not be blocked. This can disrupt the door lock
functionality.
Note: The auto open function can't be used with the program Rapid and with the
program Self-cleaning.
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