Haier DW12-TFE2SS User manual

0120505780
Dishwasher
DW12-TFE2 Series
DW12-UFE2 Series
Instructions for Use

Index
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Safety information
Installation
Getting to know your dishwasher
How to fill the rinse aid and the detergent dispenser
Not suitable for the dishwasher
Arranging crockery, glasses, etc. in the dishwasher
Programme overview
Washing dishes
How to keep your dishwasher in shape
Care and maintenance
Fault finding
Technical data
Important information
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Safety information
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Site the dishwasher and connect it up in accordance with the installation instructions.
The dishwasher must not be connected to the electricity supply while installation is being carried out.
Ensure that the domestic wiring is properly earthed.
The mains electricity supply must conform to the details shown on the dishwasher nameplate.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the electricity supply via an extension cable.
After the appliance has been installed,the mains plug should still be easily accessible.
During installation, the power supply cord must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened.
During installation
If your family includes children
Keep detergents out of the reach of children, who must also be kept away from the dishwasher when
it is open.
The appliance is not for use by young children of infirm persons without supervision. Young
children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
The dishwasher must only be usedby adults for the washing of household dishes and cooking utensils.
This appliance cannot be installed outdoor, not even if the area in which it is installed is covered by a
roof; it is also very dangerous to leave it exposed to the rain and elements.
Do not place any heavy objects or stand on the door when it is open. The appliance could tip forward.
The water inside the dishwasher is not suitable for drinking.
Do not use solvents of any kind inside your dishwasher. They could cause an explosion danger.
Open the door very carefully if the dishwasher is operating. There is a risk of water squirting out.
During normal use
Do not touch the heating element during or after a wash cycle.
Fundamental rules to follow when using the appliance:
- Never touch the dishwasher when barefoot or with wet hands or feet;
- We discourage the use of extension cords and multiple sockets;
- If the appliance is not operating properly or maintenance must be performed, disconnect the
appliance from the power supply.
At time of delivery
Check packaging and dishwasher immediately for signs of transport damage. If the appliance is
damaged, do not put it into use but contact your supplier or customer service without delay.
Please dispose of packaging materials properly.

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When disposing of old appliances
Appliances which are no longer being used must be made inoperable by cutting the power supply
cord and removing the door lock.
Take the appliance to a designated waste disposal center.
Dangerous voltage
Children could get locked in the appliance (risk of suffocation)
or get stuck in other positions. Therefore: Remove the mains
plug, cut the mains wire and set aside. Damage the door lock so
that the door can no longer be closed.
If a fault occurs
If the appliance malfunctions, turn off water supply to the appliance and disconnect the plug from
the wall socket. Then, consult the section entitled, "Finding fault" .If you cannot solve the problem,
contact a service center.
To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance,we recommend:
- call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer.
- always use original Spare Parts.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent
or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

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Installation
Levelling the appliance
Once the appliance is positioned, adjust the feet (screwing them in or out) to adjust the dishwasher,
making it level. In any case, the appliance should not be inclined more than 2˚. If the appliance is level, it
will help ensure proper performance.
Positioning the appliance
Positioning the appliance in the desired location. The back should rest against the wall behind it, and the
sides, along the adjacent cabinets or wall. The dishwasher is equipped with water supply and drain
hoses that can be positioned to the right or the left to facilitate proper installation.
The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using new hose-sets and that old
hose-sets should not be reused. Water pressure 300 - 1000KPa. A Pressure limiting valve
is required where water pressure exceeds 1000KPa.
Cold water connection
Connect the water supply hose to a threaded 3/4” bsp connector,
making sure that it is fastened tightly in place (see fig.A).
If the water pipes are new or have not been used for an ex-
tended period of time, let the water run to make sure that the
water is clear and free of impurities. If this precaution is nottaken,
there is a risk that the water inlet can get blocked and damage
the appliance.
fig.A
Drain hose connection
Insert the drain hose into a drain pipe with a minimum diameter of 4cm, or let it run into the sink, making
sure to avoid bending or crimping it. If necessary, fit a syphon trap (U-bend) with a connecting piece for
the drain hose (fig.B). The free end of the hose must be at a height between 40 and 100cm and must not
be immersed in water.
fig.B1

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The connecting piece for syphon trap (U-bend) must be solidly fastened to the wall to
prevent the drain hose from moving and allowing water to spill outside the drain.
Electrical Connection
After making sure that the voltage and frequency values for the current in the home correspond to those
on the rating plate (located on the stainless steel inner door of the appliance) and that the electrical
system is correct for the maximum voltage on the rating plate, insert the plug into an electrical socket
which is earthed properly (the earthing of the appliance is a safety requirement mandated by law).
If the electrical socket to which the appliance must be connected is not appropriate for the plug, replace
the whole cable, rather than using adaptors or the like as they could cause overheating and burns.
The dishwasher plug must be accessible even when the appliance is installed as a built-
in unit so that maintenance can be done safely.
fig.B2

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Getting to know your dishwasher
Close-up view (control panel)
Dishwasher interior
Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser
e
f
g
Bottom Spray Arm
Washing Filter
Upper Rack
a
b
c
d
Top Spray Arm
Silverware Basket
Lower Rack
a
de f
g
b
c
E
F
G
Low Rinse Aid Indicator Light
Heat Indicator Light
Knob For Selecting Cycle
A
B
C
D
"END" Light
"POWER" Button
"ECO" Light
"ECO" Button
A
D
C
FG
E
B
A
D
C
FG
E
B

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When the low rinse aid indicator lights, you must load rinse aid.
Rinse aid
This product makes dishes sparkle and helps them to dry without spotting. The dispenser is located on
the inside panel of the door .
Loading the rinse aid
Regardless of thetype ofdetergentdispenser installed on your appliance,
you must proceed as indicated below when loading the rinse aid.
To open the dispenser, turn the " 1 " cap in an anti-clockwise direc-
tion and then pour in the rinse aid, making sure not to overfill. The
amount of rinse aid used for each cycle can be regulated by turning
the "2" dose adjustor, locatedbeneath the "1" cap, with a screwdriver.
There are 6 different settings; the normal dosage setting is 2.
Proper dosage of the rinse aid improves drying. If drops of water remain on the dishes or
spotting occurs, the dosage adjustor should be turned to a higher setting. If the dishes have
white streaks, turn the dosage adjustor to a lower setting.
How to fill the rinse aid and the detergent dispenser
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1
Detergent
Detergent specifically intended for use with dishwashers must be used.
The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle
following the instructions provided in the "Programme overview". The
detergent dispenser is located on the inside panel of the door.
To open the " 3"cover on the dispenser, press the "4"button.
The detergent for the wash cycle should be poured into the " 5"
compartment.
The detergent for the pre-wash cycle should be poured into the
“6”compartment.
After the detergent has been placed in the dispenser, close the
cover and press down until it clicks in place.
Loading the detergent
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3
6
To facilitate closing the cover, remove any excess detergent on the edges of the dispenser.
Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if
swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the dish-
washer when the door is open. Check that the detergent receptacle is empty after comple-
tion of the wash cycle.
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Not suitable for the dishwasher
What you should not put into the dishwasher
Cutlery and tableware manufactured in whole or part from wood.They become faded and unsightly in
appearance.Furthermore,the adhesives that are used are not suitable for the temperature that occur
inside the dishwasher.Delicate decorative glassware and vases,special antique or irreplaceable china.
The decorative patterns on such items will not be dishwasher-proof.
Plastic objects that are not resistant to hot water, copper and pewter utensils are also not suitable.
Decorative patterns printed or painted onto the surface of crockery, glasses, etc.,aluminium and silver
items tend to become discoloured or faded if washed in the dishwasher. Some types of glass can be-
come opaque in appearance after they have been washed many times in a dishwasher. Highly absor-
bent materials, such as sponges and towels,should never be placed in the dishwasher.
Our recommendation
In future, only purchase table or kitchenware that has been confirmed as being dishwasher-proof.
Dishes or cutlery that have been soiled by tobacco ash, wax, Iubricating grease or paint,
should not be put in the dishwasher.
Possible causes
type of glass or manufacturing process
chemical composition of detergent
water temperature and duration of dishwasher programme.
Use glassware or porcelain dishes that have been marked ‘dishwasher-proof’ by the manufacture.
Use a mild detergent that is described as ‘kind to dishes’. If necessary, seek further information from
detergent manufacturers.
Select a programme with a low temperature and a short duration as possible.
To prevent damage, take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher as soon as possible after the
programme has ended.
Suggested remedy
Damage to glassware and other dishes

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Arranging crockery, glasses, etc. in the dishwasher
Before placing the dishes in the dishwasher, remove larger food
particles to prevent the filter from becoming clogged, which re-
sults in reduced performance.
If the pots and pans have baked-on food that is extremely hard
to remove, we recommend that they are soaked before washed.
This will eliminate the need for extra wash cycles.
Pull out the rack to load the dishwasher.
Load for 12 Standard Settings
(for AS/NZS 2007 tests)
How to use the lower rack
We recommend that you place the most difficult to clean items
on the bottom rack: pots, pans, lids, serving dishes and bowls,
as shown in the figure to the right.
It is preferableto place serving dishes and lids on the sides of the
racks in order to avoid blocking the rotation of the top spray arm.
Pots, serving bowls, etc. must always be placed face down.
(see fig.C)
Deep pots should be slanted to allow the water to flow out.
Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket with
the handles at the bottom; if the rack has side baskets, the
spoons should be located individually into the appropriate
slots. Especially long utensils should be placed in the hori-
zontal position at the front of the upper rack.(see fig.D)
The silverware basket can be doubled (see fig.D)so that
only one section may be used when the silverware load is
light. This also makes space for additional pots and pans
and it can also be placed in the upper rack.
Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points
down or placed in a horizontal position.
fig.C
fig.D

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The upper rack is designed to hold more delicate and lighter
dishware, such as glasses, cups and saucers, plates, small
bowls and shallow pans (as long as they are not too dirty).
How to use the upper rack
Shelf
Lean tall glasses and those with long stems against the shelf-
not against other items to be washed.
Place glasses, cups and small bowls on the additional cup rack.
The additional cup rack can be swivelled in or out as required
(see fig.F).
fig.F
Adjust the upper basket to the higher level and you have
more space to accommodate those taller pans and trays in
the bottom basket.
Position the dishes and cookware so that they do not get
moved by the spray of water.
The upper rack can be adjusted for heightby using the knobs
located on both sides of the rack itself (see fig.E).
fig.E

Programme overview
Wash
programme
Description of cycle
Pre-wash with hot water.
Extended wash at 70°C.
Rinses with cold water.
Rinse with hot water.
Drying.
Prewash use cold water.
Extended wash at 50°C.
Rinse with cold water.
Rinse with hot water.
Drying.
Hot rinse at 65°C.
Drying.
Short wash at 40°C.
Cold rinse.
Short cold wash to pre-
vent food residue from
drying on the dishes .
Prewash use cold water.
Extended wash at 50°C.
Rinse with cold water.
Rinse with hot water.
Drying.
Wash at 45°C.
Rinse with cold water.
Hot rinse.
Drying.
HEAVY
NORMAL
(AS/NZS
2007)
LIGHT
RINSE
GLASSWARE
PRE-RINSE
QUICK 30
Very dirty dishes,
pots and pans. (Not
to be used with deli-
cate items.)
Normal load of dirty
dishes, pots and
pans, Standard daily
cycle.
Lightly soiled deli-
cate items.
Economic cycle for
delicate items. Run
immediately after
dishes are used.
Very lightly solied
mixed dishes.
For dishes that only
require a rinse and
dry.
Pre-rinse of dishes
while waiting for a
full load.
Types of load Detergent
Extended
Wash
Prewash
Rinse
Aid
5g
5g
5g
25g
25g
25g
25g
15g
15g
( )
( ) AS/NZS 2007 test with rinse aid setting 5
“ ” be able to applied “ ”not to be applied
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Prewash use cold water.
Extended wash at 45°C.
Rinse with cold water.
Rinse with hot water.
Drying.
ECO
Lightly soiled deli-
cate items.
5g 25g

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Washing dishes
Programme selection
The most appropriate programme can be identified by comparing the type of crockery, cutlery, etc., as
well as the amount and condition of food remains, with the details contained in the wash cycle table.
Earn savings
If only a small number of dishes have been loaded into the dishwasher,selecting a programme that
operates at the next lowest temperature will usually be sufficient.
Programme data
The stated programme data are based on standard operating conditions. The values can vary consider-
ably according to:
different amounts of dishes
temperature of mains water supply
pressure of mains water supply
ambient temperature
fluctuations in mains voltage
machine-related factors (e.g. temperature, water volume,...)
Turning on the Appliance
Starting a wash cycle...
Make sure that the plug for the appliance is inserted into the wall socket.
Make sure that the water supply is turned on to full pressure.
Load the dishes.
Pour in the detergent.
Press the Power button, and the “End” light will turn on.
Turn the knob located on the right of the control panel until the number or symbol for the cycle setting
is aligned with the reference mark (see the section entitled, program overview).If the knob rightly
aligned with the reference mark you want to choose, you must turn the knob to with the mark of
“Reset” .Then back to the number or symbol of the program you want to choose.
After five seconds the “End” light will turn off, the wash cycle will begin.
Note: When washing, the knob will not rotate itself.

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A cycle that is underway can only be modified if it has been running for a short time. Otherwise, the
detergent may have already been used, and the appliance may have already drained the wash water.
If this is the case, the detergent dispenser must be refilled (see the paragraph entitled, "Loading the
Detergent").
When the buzzer constantly beeps six times, the “End” light will turn on and the cycle has finished.Turn off
the appliance using the Power button, turn off the water supply and open the door of the dishwasher.
Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishwasher to avoid handling the dishes and utensils while
they are still hot and more susceptible to breakage. They will also dry better.
Cancelling or modifying a wash cycle setting...
At the end of the wash cycle...
Rotate the knob to the mark of “Reset” then select
right programme.

How to keep your dishwasher in shape
After Every Wash
After every wash, turn off the water supply (not necessary for models with “Aquastop” ) to the appliance
and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside.
Remove the plug
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always remove the plug from the socket. Do not run risks.
No solvents or Abrasive Cleaning Products
To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning
products. Rather, use only a cloth and warm soapy water.
To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water and a little
while vinegar, or cleaning product made specifically for dishwashers.
Moving the Appliance
If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in a vertical position. If absolutely necessary, it can be
positioned on its back.
Seals
One of the factors that cause odors to form in the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals.
Periodic cleaning with a damp sponge will prevent this from occurring.
The door should not be left in the open position since this could present a tripping hazard.
When You Go on Holiday
When you go on holiday, it is recommended that you run a wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and
then remove the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and leave the door of the appliance
slightly ajar. This will help the seals last longer and prevent odors from forming within the appliance.
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Care and maintenance
Regular inspection and maintenance of your appliance helps to prevent problems from occurring.This
saves time and aggravation.You should therefore carefully inspect the inside of your dishwasher from
time to time.
Overall condition of appliance
Check that no grease or scale has accumulated on the inside of the dishwasher.
If you discover any deposits:
- Clean the interior of the dishwasher thorughly with a detergent solution.
Filters
The filters “ 8” ,“9”prevent larger particles of food in the water
from reaching the pump.These particles may occasionally block
the filters.
When the appliance has finished washing, check the filters
for particles of food and, if required, clean.
After undoing the coarse micro-filter “ 8”, the filter unit “ 9”
can be removed. Remove any particles of food and rinse the
filters under running water.
Insert the filter unit “ 9 ”and tighten the coarse micro-filter.
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Rinse-aid
Check the LOW RINSE-AID indicator “ 7”, on the control panel.
Top up with rinse-aid,if required.
Inspect the nozzles in the spray arms for blocked holes due
to remnants of food.
If necessary, pull the lower arm “ 11” upwards and lift it off.
Unscrew the upper spray arm “ 10”.
Clean both spray arms under running water.
Refit the spray arms. Ensure that the lower arm has locked
into place and the upper one is screwed tight.
Spray arms
Lime and remnants of food in the washing water can block the
nozzles in the spray arms “ 10 ”and “ 11” and the arm
mountings.
10
11
9
8
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Resolving minor problems yourself
Experience has shown that you can resolve most problems that rise during normal daily usage yourself,
without having to call out a service engineer.Not only does this save costs,but it also means that the
appliance is available for use again that much sooner. The following list of common occurrences and
their remedies should help you identify the causes of most problems.
Problems...
...when the appliance is switched on
Appliance does not start up
Fault with fuse in mains electricity supply.
Plug not inserted in wall socket.
Appliance door not closed properly.
Programme has not been choosed.
Water tap not turned on.
Blocked strainer in water intake hose.
- The strainer is situated in the Aquastop or supply-hose connection.
Do not forget that repairs should only be carried out by a qualified specialist. Improper
repairs can lead to considerable equipment damage as well as danger to the user.
...with the appliance itself
When the alarm sounds in a series of 2 beeps, pause, 2 beeps, pause ...
the water is turned on and the hose is connected properly;
the watersupply to the house is on and has sufficient pressure;
the water supply hose is crimped or bent;
the filter for the water supply hose is clogged.
the drain hose is too low.
Fault finding
the drain hose is crimped or bent.
the drain hose is too high.
When the alarm sounds in a series of 3 beeps, pause, 3 beeps, pause ...
the drain hose is too low.
When the alarm sounds in a series of 6 beeps, pause, 6 beeps, pause ...
When the "END" indicator is on, at the moment, the alarm sounds in a series of 10 beeps,
pause, 10 beeps, pause ...
the door is not properly closed.

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If you take all these checks and the dishwasher still does not function or your dish-
washer have any other error display, you can power the dishwasher OFF, and wait a few
minutes. You can power the dishwasher on, try it again , if the dishwasher still does not
function and/or the problem persists, contact the nearest authorised service center and
provide them with the following information:
the nature of the problem.
the model type number (Mod...) And the serial number (S/N...), which are indicated on the nameplate
located on the side of the inner part of the door.
Spray arm rotates with difficulty
Spray arm is blocked by small items or food remains.
Lid in detergent compartment cannot be closed
Detergent compartment has been overfilled.
Mechanism is clogged with remnants of detergent.
Indicator lamps do not extinguish after washing has finished
Power Button is still set to ON.
Remnants of detergent stuck inside dispenser
Compartment was damp when it was filled up with detergent. Compartment must be dry before
detergent is added.
Water remains inside appliance after programme has ended
Blockage or kind in drainage hose.
Pump is jammed.
Filters are blocked.
The programme is still running. Wait for the programme to end .
...during washing
Unusual amount of foam is increased
Normal washing up liquid has been poured into the rinse-aid container.
Appliance stops suddenly while washing is taking place
Cut off electricity supply to appliance.
Water supply has been interrupted.
Knocking sound can be heared while washing is taking place
Aspray arm is knocking against the dishes inside the appliance.
Rattling sound can be heared while washing is taking place
Crockery has not been stacked properly inside the appliance.
Remove any spilled rinse aid with a cloth as it could otherwise lead to excessive foaming during the
next washing cycle.

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Knocking sound coming from inlet valves
This is caused by the way the water pipes have been laid and it has no effect upon the way the
appliance functions. There is no remedy for this.
...with the dishes,cutlery, etc.
Remnants of food are stuck to the dishes, cutlery,etc.
Dishwasher was not loaded properly. Jets of water could not reach all parts of the dishes, etc.
Too many items in the rack.
Items in the rack were touching each other.
Not enough detergent was added to dispenser.
Selected wash programme was not intensive enough.
Rotation of spray arm was obstructed by dishes, etc.
Nozzles in spray arm are blocked by remnants of food.
Filters are blocked.
Filters have been incorrectly fitted.
Waste-water pump is jammed.
Amount of rinse-aid set too high.
Smears left behind on glasses and cutlery; glasses have acquired a metallic appearance
Unsuitable detergent was used.
Glasses are not dishwasher-proof.
Glasses become clouded and discoloured; coating cannot be wiped off
Cutlery is not sufficiently rustproof.
Traces of rust on cutlery
Selected programme did not include drying function.
Amount of rinse-aid was set too low.
Items were removed from dishwasher too soon.
Dishes,cultlery,etc.have not been dried
Amount of rinse-aid was set too low.
Glasses have a dull appearance
Detergent does not have a sufficient bleaching effect.
Washing temperature was set too low.
Tea stains or traces of lipstick have not been completely removed
Not enough detergent was added to dispenser compartment.
Amount of rinse-aid was set too low.
White stains are left on crockery, glasses have a milky appearance