John Lewis JLDWS1208 User manual

JLDWS 1208
Dishwasher
Instruction manual

Important safety information
It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with
the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or
transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the
appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in
order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance
and the relevant warnings.
These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST
read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you are
unsure of the meanings of these warnings contact the John Lewis branch
from which you purchased the appliance.
In the interest of your safety and to
ensure the correct use, before
installing and first using the appliance,
read this user manual carefully,
including its hints and warnings. To
avoid unnecessary mistakes and
accidents, it is important to ensure that
all people using the appliance are
thoroughly familiar with its operation
and safety features. Save these
instructions and make sure that they
remain with the appliance if it is moved
or sold, so that everyone using it
through its life will be properly
informed on appliance use and safety.
If you are unsure of the meanings of
these warnings contact the John Lewis
branch from which you purchased the
appliance.
Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be
taken when moving it.
• Check your dishwasher for any transport
damage. Never connect a damaged
machine. If your dishwasher is damaged
contact your supplier.
• All packaging must be removed before use.
• Any electrical and plumbing work required
to install this appliance must be carried out
by a qualified and competent person.
• For safety reasons it is dangerous to alter
the specifications or attempt to modify this
product in any way.
• Never use the dishwasher if the electrical
supply cable and water hoses are damaged;
or if the control panel, work top or plinth
area are damaged such that the inside of the
appliance is freely accessible. Contact your
local repair agent, in order to avoid hazard.
• All sides of the dishwasher must never be
drilled to prevent damage to hydraulic and
electric components.
For electrical and water connection
carefully follow the instructions given
in the specific paragraphs.
Child safety
• This appliance is designed to be operated
by adults. Do not allow children to use the
dishwasher unsupervised.
• Keep all packaging well away from children.
There is a risk of suffocation.
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• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of
children’s reach.
• Keep children well away from the
dishwasher when the door is open.
Correct use
• This dishwasher is only intended for
washing household utensils suitable for
machine washing.
• Do not put any solvents in the dishwasher.
This could cause an explosion.
• Knives and other items with sharp points
must be loaded in the cutlery basket with
their points down or placed in a horizontal
position in the upper basket.
• Only use products (detergent, salt and
rinse aid) suitable for dishwashers.
• Avoid opening the door whilst the
appliance is in operation, hot steam may
escape.
• Do not take any dishes out of the
dishwasher before the end of the washing
cycle.
• After use, isolate the appliance from the
power supply and turn off the water supply.
• This product should be serviced only by an
authorized service engineer, and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
• Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons could cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Contact your local repair
agent. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
General safety
• Dishwasher detergents can cause chemical
burns to eyes, mouth and throat. Could
endanger life! Comply with the safety
instructions of the dishwasher detergent
manufacturer.
• The water in your dishwasher is not for
drinking. Detergent residues may still be
present in your machine.
• Ensure that the door of the dishwasher is
always closed when it is not being loaded
or unloaded. In this way you will avoid
anybody tripping over the open door and
hurting themselves.
• Do not sit or stand on the open door.
Maintenance and cleaning
• For information on maintenance and
cleaning your dishwasher see the specific
chapter in this instruction manual.
Service
• This product should be serviced by an
authorized service engineer, and only
genuine spare parts should be used.
Ecological hints
To save water and energy and help protect
the environment, we recommend that you
follow these hints:
• Ensure that the water softener is correctly
adjusted.
• Do not prewash under running water.
• Select the wash programme to suit the
nature and degree of the soiling on the
dishes.
• Do not use more detergent, dishwasher
salt and rinse aid than is recommended in
these operating instructions and by the
manufacturer of the respective product.
•Delay start: When possible programme
your dishwasher to run over night, to
enable, for example, the use of economical
overnight electricity tariffs.
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•Automatic Wash Programme: This
machine is fitted with a turbidity sensor
which intelligently adjusts the temperature
and rinsing cycles during the wash
programme, depending on the degree of
soiling on the dishes. This helps to reduce
energy and water consumption on lightly
soiled loads.
Environmental
information
The packaging materials are environmentally
friendly and can be recycled. The plastic
components are identified by markings, e.g.
>PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the
packaging materials in the appropriate
container at the community waste disposal
facilities.
When a unit is no longer being used:
• Pull the plug out of the socket.
• Cut off the cable and plug and
dispose of them.
• Dispose of the door catch. This
prevents children from trapping
themselves inside and endangering
their lives.
The symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product may not
be treated as household waste. Instead it
should be taken to the appropriate collection
point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this
product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for
the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of this product. For more
detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local council,
your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
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Contents
For the user
Important safety information 2
Description of the appliance 6
The control panel 7
The digital display 8
Function buttons (A, B, C, D and E) 8
Audible signals 8
Washing programmes 9
When the dishwasher is first
installed
10
The water softener 10
Filling with dishwasher salt 12
Filling with rinse aid 12
Adjusting the rinse aid dosage 13
Daily use 14
Loading cutlery and dishes 14
The lower basket 15
The cutlery basket 15
The upper basket 16
Adjusting the height of the upper basket 17
Use of detergent 18
Multi tab function 19
Activation/deactivation of the rinse aid
dispenser 20
Select and start a washing
programme
20
Unloading the dishwasher 22
Maintenance and cleaning 22
Cleaning the filters 22
External cleaning 23
Internal cleaning 23
Something not working 24
For the installer
Technical data 27
Installation 27
Unpacking 27
Fitting under a counter 27
Levelling 28
Water connections 28
Water inlet connection 28
Water drain connection 29
Electrical connection 31
Repairs - After sales service 31
Guide to use the
instruction manual
The following symbols will be found in the text
to guide you throughout the instructions:
Safety instructions
Hints and tips
Environmental information
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Description of the appliance
1. Upper basket
2. Water hardness dial
3. Salt container
4. Detergent dispenser
5. Rinse aid dispenser
6. Rating plate
7. Filters
8. Lower spray arm
9. Upper spray arm
10. Worktop
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The control panel
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1. Digital display
2. Delay start button
3. Programme selection buttons
4. Indicator lights
5. On/Off button
6. Function buttons
Indicator lights
In addition to the programme indicator lights
that allow you to see which programme is
running or has been selected, other indicator
lights will help you in the use and maintenance
of your dishwasher.
Indicator lights
Salt
1)
Comes on when the special salt
has run out.
Rinse aid
1)
Comes on when the rinse aid has
run out.
Indicator lights
Multi tab Indicates the activation/
deactivation of the Multi tab
function (See 'Multi tab
function').
1) The salt and rinse aid indicator lights are never on while
a washing programme is running even if filling with salt
and/or rinse aid is necessary.
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The digital display
The digital display indicates:
• The level of hardness to which the
water softener is set,
• The approximate remaining time of
the running programme,
• Activation/deactivation of the rinse
aid dispenser (ONLY with Multi
tab function active),
• The end of a washing programme
(the digital display shows zero),
• The countdown of the delay start,
• Fault codes concerning malfunction
of the dishwasher,
• Activation/deactivation of the
audible signals.
Function buttons (A, B, C,
D and E)
The following functions can be set using these
buttons:
• Setting the water softener level,
• Cancelling a washing programme or a delay
start in progress,
• Activation/deactivation of the Multi tab
function,
• Activation/deactivation of the rinse aid
dispenser when Multi tab function is active,
• Activation/deactivation of the audible
signals.
Setting mode
Press the On/Off button; if ALL programme
button lights come on the appliance is in
setting mode.
Always remember that when
performing the following operations:
• Selecting a washing programme,
• Setting the water softener,
• Activating/deactivating the rinse aid
dispenser,
• Activating/deactivating the audible
signals,
the appliance MUST be in setting
mode.
Press the On/Off button; if a programme
button light comes on the last performed or
selected programme is still set.
In this case, to return to setting mode, the
programme has to be cancelled.
To cancel a set programme or a
programme in progress
Simultaneously press and hold the two
function buttons Band Cuntil all the
programme button lights come on.
The programme has been cancelled and the
appliance is now in setting mode.
Audible signals
Audible signals have been introduced to help
indicate which operations the dishwasher is
performing:
–Setting of the water softener,
–End of programme
–Intervention of an alarm due to
malfunction.
Factory setting: audible signals activated.
It is possible to deactivate the audible
signals, using the function buttons on
the control panel.
1. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher
must be in setting mode.
2. Simultaneously press and hold function
buttons Band C, until the lights of
function buttons A, Band Cstart flashing.
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3. Press function button C, the lights of
function buttons Aand Bgo off while the
light of function button Ccontinues to
flash. The digital display shows the current
setting.
Audible signals deactivated
Audible signals activated
4. To change the setting, press again function
button C. Each time the button is pressed
the level changes, the digital display shows
the new setting.
5. To memorize the operation, switch off the
dishwasher by pressing the On/Off
button.
Washing programmes
Programme Degree of soil Type of load Programme description
70° Intensive Heavy soil
Crockery,
cutlery, pots and
pans
Prewash
Main wash
1 intermediate rinse
Final rinse
Drying
Automatic
1)
Any
Crockery,
cutlery, pots and
pans
Prewash
Main wash
1 or 2 intermediate rinses
Final rinse
Drying
50° Economy
2)
Normal soil Crockery and
cutlery
Prewash
Main wash
1 intermediate rinse
Final rinse
Drying
Quick wash
3)
Normal/light soil Crockery and
cutlery
Main wash
Final rinse
Rinse hold Any.
Partial load (to be
completed later
in the day).
1 cold rinse (to avoid food scraps from
sticking).
This programme does not require the
use of detergent.
1) During the "Automatic" washing programme the level of soiling on the dishes is determined by how cloudy the
water is. The programme duration, water and energy consumption levels can vary; this depends upon if the appliance
is fully or partially loaded and if the dishes are lightly or heavily soiled. The temperature of the water is automatically
adjusted between 45° C and 70° C.
2) Test programme for test institute.
3) Ideal for washing a partially loaded dishwasher. This is the perfect daily programme, made to meet the needs of a
family of 4 persons who only wish to load breakfast and dinner crockery and cutlery.
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Consumption values
1)
Programme Programme
duration
(in minutes)
2)
Energy
consumption
(in kWh)
Water consumption
(in litres)
70° Intensive -1,4 - 1,6 16 - 18
Automatic -1,1 - 1,7 12 - 23
50° Economy
3)
-1,0 - 1,1 12 - 13
Quick wash -0,9 9
Rinse hold -0,1 4
1) The consumption values are intended as a guide and depends on the pressure and the temperature of the water
and also by the variations of the power supply and the amount of dishes.
2) The digital display shows the programme duration.
3) Test programme for test institutes.
When the dishwasher is first
installed
Before using your dishwasher for the first
time:
• Ensure that the electrical and water
connections comply with the installation
instructions
• Remove all packaging from inside the
appliance
• Set the water softener level
• Pour 1 litre of water into the salt container
and then fill with dishwasher salt
• Fill the rinse aid dispenser
If you want to use combi detergent
tablets such as "3 in 1", "4 in 1", "5 in 1"
etc... set the Multi tab function (see
"Multi tab function").
The water softener
The dishwasher is equipped with a water
softener designed to remove minerals and
salts from the water supply, which would have
a detrimental or adverse effect on the
operation of the appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals and
salts, the harder your water is. Water
hardness is measured in equivalent scales,
Clarke degrees, French degrees (°TH) and
mmol/l (millimol per litre - international unit
for the hardness of water).
The softener should be adjusted according to
the hardness of the water in your area. Your
local Water Authority can advise you on the
hardness of the water in your area.
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Water hardness Adjusting the water hardness
setting Use of salt
Clarke °TH mmol/l manually electronically
64 - 88 91 - 125 9,1 - 12,5 2level 10 yes
53 - 63 76 - 90 7,6 - 8,9 2level 9 yes
46 - 52 65 - 75 6,5 - 7,5 2level 8 yes
36 - 45 51 - 64 5,1 - 6,4 2level 7 yes
28 - 35 40 - 50 4,0 - 5,0 2level 6 yes
23 - 27 33 - 39 3,3 - 3,9 2level 5 yes
18 - 22 26 - 32 2,6 - 3,2 1level 4 yes
13 - 17 19 - 25 1,9 - 2,5 1level 3 yes
5 - 12 7 - 18 0,7 - 1,8 1level 2 yes
< 5 < 7 < 0,7 1level 1 no
Setting the water
softener
The water softener must be set in two ways:
manually, using the water hardness dial and
electronically.
Setting manually
The dishwasher is factory set at
position 2.
1. Open the dishwasher door.
2. Remove the lower basket from the
dishwasher.
3. Turn the water hardness dial to position 1
or 2 (see table above).
4. Replace the lower basket.
Setting electronically
The dishwasher is factory set at level
5.
1. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher
must be in setting mode.
2. Simultaneously press and hold function
buttons Band C, until the lights of
function buttons A, Band Cstart flashing.
3. Press function button A, the lights of
function buttons Band Cgo off while the
light of function button Acontinues to
flash. The digital display shows the current
level and a sequence of intermittent
audible signals can be heard.
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Examples:
displayed, 5 intermittent audible
signals, pause, etc. = level 5
displayed, 10 intermittent audible
signals, pause, etc. = level 10
4. To change the level, press function button
A. Each time the button is pressed the
level changes. (For the selection of the
new level see the chart).
Examples:
If the current level is 5, by pressing
function button Aonce, level 6 is selected,
if the current level is 10, by pressing
function button Aonce, level 1 is selected.
5. To memorize the operation, switch off the
dishwasher by pressing the On/Off
button.
Filling with dishwasher
salt
Warning! Only use salt specifically
designed for use in dishwashers. All
other types of salt not specifically
designed for use in a dishwasher,
especially table salt, will damage the
water softener. Only fill with salt just
before starting one of the complete
washing programmes. This will
prevent any grains of salt or salty
water, which may have been spilt,
remaining on the bottom of the
machine for any period of time, which
may cause corrosion.
To fill:
1. Open the door, remove the lower basket
and unscrew the cap of the salt container
by turning it anticlockwise.
2. Pour 1 litre of water into the container
(this is necessary only before filling
with salt for the first time).
3. Using the funnel provided, pour in the salt
until the container is full.
4. Replace the cap making sure that there is
no trace of salt on the screw thread or on
the gasket.
5. Replace the cap tightly turning it clockwise
until it stops with a click.
Do not worry if water overflows from
the unit when filling with salt, this is
quite normal.
The salt indicator light on the control
panel can remain on for 2-6 hours after
the salt has been replenished,
assuming the dishwasher remains
switched on. If you are using salt that
takes longer to dissolve then this can
take longer. The operation of the
machine is not affected.
Filling with rinse aid
Warning! Only use branded rinse aid
for dishwashers.
Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with
any other substances (e.g. dishwasher
cleaning agent, liquid detergent). This
would damage the appliance.
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Rinse aid ensures thorough rinsing, and
spot and streak free drying.
Rinse aid is automatically added during
the last rinse.
1. Open the container by pressing the
release button (A).
2. Add the rinse aid in the container. The
maximum level for filling is indicated by
"max".
The dispenser holds about 110 ml of rinse
aid, which is sufficient for between 16 and
40 dishwashing cycles, depending upon
the dosage setting.
3. Ensure that the lid is closed after every
refill.
Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling
with an absorbent cloth to avoid
excess foaming during the next wash.
Adjusting the rinse aid
dosage
According to the finish and drying results
obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means
of the 6 position selector (position 1=
minimum dosage, position 6= maximum
dosage).
The dose is factory set in position 4.
Increase the dose if there are drops of water
or lime spots on the dishes after washing.
Reduce it if there are sticky whitish streaks on
the dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife
blades.
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Daily use
• Check if it's necessary to refill with
dishwasher salt or rinse aid.
• Open the door and slide out the baskets to
load the dishes.
• Load cutlery and dishes into the
dishwasher.
• Fill with dishwasher detergent.
• Select a wash programme suitable for the
cutlery and dishes.
• Start the wash programme.
Loading cutlery and
dishes
Sponges, household cloths and any object that
can absorb water may not be washed in the
dishwasher.
• Before loading the dishes, you should:
– Remove all left over food and debris.
– Soften remnants of burnt food in pans
• When loading the dishes and cutlery, please
note:
– Dishes and cutlery must not impede the
rotation of the spray arms.
– Load hollow items such as cups, glasses,
pans, etc. with the opening 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 to glasses, they must
not touch.
– Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.
• Plastic items and pans with non stick
coatings have a tendency to retain water
drops; these items will not dry as well as
porcelain and steel items.
• Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must be
loaded in the upper basket and arranged so
they do not move.
For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes
are not suitable: are of limited suitability:
• Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-
of-pearls 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 copper items.
• Lead crystal glass.
• Steel items prone to rusting.
• Wooden platters.
• Items made from synthetics fibres.
• Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it is
specially marked as being dishwasher-safe by
the manufacturer.
• Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed
frequently.
• Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to
discolour during washing: Residues, e.g. egg
white, egg yolk and mustard often cause
discolouring and staining on silver. Therefore
always clean left-overs from silver immediately,
if it is not to be washed straight after use.
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The lower basket
The lower basket is designed to take
saucepans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery,
etc.
Serving dishes and large lids should be
arranged around the edge of the basket,
ensuring that the spray arms can turn freely.
The rows of prongs in the lower basket can
lie flat to allow you to load pots, pans and
bowls.
The cutlery basket
Warning! Long bladed knives stored
in an upright position are a potential
hazard. Long and/or sharp items of
cutlery such as carving knives must be
positioned horizontally in the upper
basket. Take care when loading or
unloading sharp items such as knives.
Forks and spoons should be placed in
the removable cutlery basket with the
handles facing downwards and the
knives with their handles facing
upwards
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If the handles protrude from the bottom of
the basket, obstructing the lower spray arm,
load the cutlery with the handles facing
upwards. Mix spoons with other cutlery to
prevent them from sticking together.
For best results we recommend you use the
cutlery grids. If the size and dimensions of the
cutlery do not allow the use of the grids, they
can be easily hidden or removed.
The upper basket
The upper basket is designed for saucers,
salad bowls, cups, glasses, pots and lids.
Arrange items on and underneath the cup
racks so that water can reach all surfaces.
Glasses with long stems can be placed upside
down in the cup racks.
The cup racks can be adjusted in three
different positions to improve loading
flexibility.
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For glasses with long stems (according to the
size and dimensions), set the glass holder to
the left or right position.
The central rows of prongs can be easily
lowered to improve loading flexibility.
Before closing the door, ensure that
the spray arms can rotate freely.
Adjusting the height of
the upper basket
If washing very large plates you can load them
in the lower basket after moving the upper
basket to the higher position.
Maximum height of the dishes in the
lower basket
With upper basket
raised 31 cm
With upper basket
lowered 27 cm
To move to the higher position
proceed as follows:
1. Pull out the basket until it stops.
2. Carefully lift both sides upwards until the
mechanism is engaged and the basket is
stable.
To lower the basket to the original
position proceed as follows:
1. Pull out the basket until it stops.
2. Carefully lift both sides upwards and then
allow the mechanism to drop back down
slowly, keeping hold of it.
Never lift or lower the basket on
one side only.
With the upper basket raised we
recommend you adjust the cup
racks in the lowest position.
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Warning! After loading your
machine always close the door, as an
open door can be a hazard.
Use of detergent
Only use detergents specifically
designed for use in dishwashers.
Please observe the manufacturer’s
dosing and storage recommendations
as stated on the detergent packaging.
Using no more than the correct
amount of detergent contributes to
reducing pollution.
Fill with detergent
1. Open the lid.
2. Fill the detergent dispenser (1) with
detergent. The marking indicates the
dosing levels:
20 = approximately 20 g of detergent
30 = approximately 30 g of detergent
3. All programmes with prewash need an
additional detergent dose (5/10 g) that
must be placed in the prewash detergent
chamber (2). This detergent will be used
during the prewash phase.
When using detergent tablets; place the
tablet in compartment (1).
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Detergent tablets
Detergent tablets from different
manufacturers dissolve at different
rates. For this reason, some detergent
tablets do not attain their full cleaning
power during short washing
programmes. Therefore, please use
long washing programmes when using
detergent tablets, to ensure the
complete removal of detergent
residuals.
Multi tab function
This appliance is equipped with the Multi tab
function, that allows the use of combi
detergent tablets.
These products are detergents with a
combined cleaning, rinsing and salt functions.
They can also contain other different agents
depending on which kind of tablets you
choose ("3 in 1", "4 in 1", "5 in 1" etc...).
Check whether these detergents are suitable
for your water hardness. See the
manufacturers instructions.
Once this function is selected it will remain
active for all following wash programmes.
With the selection of this function the inflow
of rinse aid and salt from each respective
supply container is automatically deactivated
and also the indicator lights for salt and rinse
aid are deactivated.
When using the Multi tab function, the cycle
durations may change. If this is the case, the
running time for the programme is
automatically updated on the digital display.
Activate/deactivate the Multi tab
function before the start of a washing
programme.
Once the programme is running, the
Multi tab function can NO longer be
changed. If you want to cancel the
Multi tab function you have to cancel
the programme setting and then
deactivate the Multi tab function.
In this case you have to set a washing
programme (and desired options)
again.
Activation/deactivation
of the Multi tab function
Simultaneously press and hold the two
buttons positioned over the word Multi tab,
until the Multi tab indicator light illuminates.
This means that the function is active.
To deactivate the function press the same
buttons again until the Multi tab indicator light
turns off.
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If the drying results are not
satisfactory we suggest that you:
1. Fill up the rinse aid dispenser with
rinse aid.
2. Activate the rinse aid dispenser.
3. Set the rinse aid dosage to position
2.
• The activation/deactivation of the
rinse aid dispenser is only possible
with the Multi tab function active.
Activation/deactivation
of the rinse aid dispenser
1. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher
must be in setting mode.
2. Simultaneously press and hold function
buttons Band C, until the lights of
function buttons A, Band Cstart flashing.
3. Press function button B, the lights of
function buttons Aand Cgo off while the
light of function button Bcontinues to
flash. The digital display shows the current
setting.
rinse aid dispenser deactivated
rinse aid dispenser activated
4. To change the setting, press function
button Bagain, the digital display shows
the new setting
5. To memorize the operation, switch off the
dishwasher by pressing the On/off
button.
If you decide to revert back to
the use of individual detergents
we advise that you:
1. Deactivate the Multi tab function.
2. Fill up the salt container and the
rinse aid dispenser again.
3. Adjust the water hardness setting
to the highest setting and perform
1 normal washing programme
without loading any dishes.
4. Adjust the water hardness setting
according to the hardness of the
water in your area.
5. Adjust the rinse aid dosage.
Select and start a washing
programme
Select the washing programme
and delay start with the door
slightly opened. The start of the
programme or the countdown of
the delay start will occur only
after the closure of the door.
Until then it is possible to modify
the settings.
1. Check that the baskets have been loaded
correctly and that the spray arms are free
to rotate.
2. Check that the water tap is opened.
3. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher
must be in setting mode.
4. Press the button corresponding to the
required programme (see "Washing
programmes" chart). Close the
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