Kenwood KDW12SL3A User manual

KDW12SL3A

This manual contains sections of Safety
Instructions,Operating Instructions,
Installation Instructions and Troubleshooting
Ti
p
s etc. Carefull
y
readin
g
it before usin
g
the
dishwasher will help you to use and maintain
the dishwasher properly.
To review the section on Troubleshooting Tips
will help you to solve some common problems
by yourself and not need to ask for the help of
professional technicians.
Instalation of dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Water inlet hose connection . . . . . . . . . . . 3
. . . 11
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Dishwasher Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Wash Cycle Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Water Softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Deter
g
ent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Rinse Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,8
Loading the Dishwasher Rack . . . . . . . . 8,9
Turning On the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Filtering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Caring for the Dishwasher . . . . . . . . . .
About Electricity connection . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before calling for service. . . . . . . . . . 12,13
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The manufacturer, following a policy of constant
development and up-dating of the product, may
make modifications without giving prior notice.

1
This appliance must be earthed. In the event
of a malfunction or breakdown, earthing will
reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a
path of least resistance of electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord having an
conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is installed and ed in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
earthing
earth
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Keep children away from detergent and rinse aid, keep
children away from the open door of the dishwasher,
there could still be some detergent left inside.
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Do not sit on or stand on the door or dish
rack of the dishwasher.
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Do not touch the heating element during or
immediately after use.
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Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked
dishwasher safe.
Use only detergent and rinse additives designed
for an automatic dishwasher. Never use soap ,
laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent
in your dishwasher. Keep these products out of
the reach of children.
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During installation, the power supply must
be disconnected.
The door should not be left in the open position
since this could present a tripping hazards.
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Do not tamper with controls.
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Do not place any heavy objects or stand on the door
when it is open. The appliance could tip forward.
When loading items to be washed:
1) Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to
damage the door seal;
2) Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce
the risk of injuries.
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When using your dishwasher, you should prevent
plastic items from contact with heating element.
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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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Please dispose of packing materials properly.
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Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
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Remove the door to the washing compartment when
removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.
The appliance is not intended for use by young
children or infirm persons without supervision.
Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline,they
can be extremely dangerous if swallowed.Avoid
contact with skin and eyes and keep children away
from the dishwasher when the door is open.
Check that the detergent receptable is empty after
completion of the wash cycle.
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The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using
the new hose set provided. Old hose-sets should not be
re-used.

Remove all packaging before positioning the
machine.
See the following diagram.Ensure there is a
clearance each side of the machine to allow
slight side ways movement for servicing
Work top of your dishwasher is removable
if required. Height without the work top is
820 mm.
By removing the machine's worktop,you can
install it under a close fitting sink unit or a
pre-existing top,if the dimensions of the
recess correspond to those shown in the
picture.
To remove the worktop;remove two screws
as shown at the rear of the worktop on either
side,lift up the rear section, push forward
to release off the lug at the front section of
the appliance and lift up.
Remove the polystyrene block and if you wish
save for future re-use.
Position the machine next to a water tap and
a drain.
When inserting the maching, ensure that the
water inlet and drain hoses are not kinked or
squashed.
Care must be taken to ensure that the
appliance does not stand on the electrical
supply cable.
Good levelling is essential for correct closure
and sealing of the door.
When the appliance is correctly levelled,the
door will not catch on the inner liner on either
side of the cabinet.
If the door does not close correctly, loosen
or tighten the adjustable feet, until the
machine is perfectly level.
600mm
Min600mm
820mm
850mm
Min850mm
90mm
150mm
Min580mm
30mm
580mm
15mm
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qualified plumber.
maximum of 10 bars.
Make sure your plumbing is suitable to install
your new dishwasher. If in doubt contact a
The water pressure coming from the water
mains supply must be a minimum of 0.4 and a
First connect water inlet hose to your
dishwasher Ensure black rubber seal is
in place.
Then connect the straight end to your water
mains supply Ensure black rubber seal is
in place.
Please turn on the tap and check for leakages
after connecting the hose.
Please ensure the tap is turned off when the
machine is not used.
If you only have one cold water
feed (For example for your
washing machine don't worry.
a Y adaptor will provide you with
the additional cold water feed
you need for your dishwasher.
Y adaptor is available from most
DIY stores.
Ø
18
Ø
21
max 100 cm
min 40 cm
min 4cm
max 100 cm
12cm
Fit the drainage hose of your machine
to the drainage pipe without bending.
washing process.
Secure your hose firmly to the waste
pipe to avoid it coming off during the
drainage system.
The waste pipe must only be connected
into the foul drains and not surface water
The hose should be placed between
40 cm and 100 cn from the floor level
and must not be extended otherwise the
machine may not empty the waste water.
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To get the best performance from your dishwasher,read all operating instructions before using it for the
first time.
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8 Start / Pause Button: Press this button to start or pause the
dishwasher, The selected program light will flash.
2 Power Light : To come on when the ON/OFF Button is
Pressed down.
4 Salt Warning Light : To come on when the softener
needs to be refilled.
3 Rinse Aid Warning Light : To come on when the
rinse aid dispenser needs to be refilled.
1 ON/OFF Button: To turn on/off the power supply.
Upper Basket
Spray Arms
Lower Basket
Water Softener
Detergent Dispenser
Silverware BasketMain Filter
Cup Shelf
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6
7
8
Rinse Aid Dispenser
Coarse Filter
Drain pipe connector
Inlet pipe connector
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3
2
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Pro
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ram indicator li
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ht.
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Delayed Start Button: Press this button to set the delayed
hours for washing. You can delay the start of washing up
to 24 hours. Every press on this button delays the start of
washing by one hour.

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Press the Start button to start washing.
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2
3
NOTE: If you open the door when washing, the machine
will pause . When you close the door and press the
Start/Pause button , the machine will keep on working after
10 seconds.
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4
5
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7
8
1
2
For normally soiled loads,
such as , plates,glasses
and lightly soiled pans.
standard daily cycle.
pots
Pre-wash
Pre-wash
Wash (47 ℃)
Rinse (67 ℃)
Drying
For the heaviest soiled loads,
such as pots,pans,casserole
dishes and dishes that have
been sitting with dried food
on them for a while.
For lightly soiled loads,such
as plates,glasses,bowls and
lightly soiled pans.
To rinse dishes that you
plan to wash later that day.
15 g
Intensive
Soak
5/22 g
5/25 g
22 g
Pre-wash
Pre-wash(50℃
Wash (60 ℃)
Rinse (70 ℃)
Drying
)
Pre-wash
Wash (45 ℃)
Rinse (60 ℃)
Drying
Wash (45 ℃)
Rinse (70 ℃)
Drying
Pre-wash
(EN 50242)
For dishes that need to be
rinsed and dried only
RINSE
15 g
A shorter wash for lightly
soiled loads that do not need
drying.
Pre-wash
wash 40℃
Rinse 70℃
Press the programme button to select the
programme.
The alarm will sound for 8 seconds.
Open the door of your dishwasher and switch your
dishwasher off using the on/off key.
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.
Draw out the lower and upper basket, load the dishes and
push them back. It is recommended that loading the lower
basket first, then the upper one (see the section entitled
" Loading the Dishwasher " ).
Insert the plug into the socket.
When the washing is over, you can shut off the machine by
pressing on/off button..
With a little force to ensure the door is properly closed.
NOTE: A click could be heard when the door is closed
perfectly.
According to the soil level, choose the desired program by
pressing program selection button.
The power supply is 220-240VAC 50HZ, the specification
of the socket is 12A 250VAC, make sure that the water supply
is fully turned on.

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Always use salt intended for use with dishwashers.
The salt container is located beneath the lower rack and should be filled as follows:
Remove the lower basket and then unscrew and remove the cap from the salt
container.
If you are filling the container for the first time ,fill 2/3 of its volume with water.
Place the end of the funnel(supplied) into the hole and introduce about 2kg of
salt .It is normal for a small amount of water to come out of the salt container
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2
4
3
Unscrew the ca
p
from the salt container.
There is a rin
g
on the container with an arrow on it
(
see Fi
g
ure to the side
)
, if
necessary, rotate the ring in the anticlockwise direction from the "-" Setting
toward the "+" sign, based on the hardness of the water being used.It is
recommended that adjustments should be made in accordance with the following:
1
2
1.
2.
The salt container must be refilled when the salt warning light comes on. Though the salt container is filled
enough, the indicator light may not black out before the salt fully dissolves.
If there are spills of the salt, a soak program could be run to wipe them out.
Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply.
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 specifically designed to help eliminate lime and minerals from
the water.
There are two ways to reduce the hardness: one way is using the water softener, the other is using
detergent.
water

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Dishwasher detergent is corrosive! Take care to keep it out
of reach of children.
Use onl
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deter
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ent s
p
ecificall
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made for use in dishwashers.
Kee
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our deter
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. Don't
p
ut
p
owder deter
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ent
into the dispenser until you're ready to wash dishes.
The rinse aid is released during the final rinse to prevent water
from forming droplets on your dishes that can leave spots and
streaks. It also improves drying by allowing water to "sheet" off
the dishes.
Your dishwasher is designed to use liquid rinse aids. The
rinse aid dispenser is located inside the door next to the
detergent dispenser. To fill the dispenser, open the cap and
pour the rinse aid into the dispenser until the level indicator
turns completely black. The dispenser holds about 100 ml of
liquid rinse aid.
Be careful not to overfill the dispenser, because this could
cause oversudsing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth.
Don't forget to replace the cap before you close the dishwasher
door.
If you have soft water, you may not need rinse aid as it may
cause a white film to develop on your dishes.
YOU MAY NOT NEED TO ADD TOO MUCH DETERGENT BECAUSE YOUR DISHWASHER HAS A SPECIALLY-DESIGNED WATER
SOFTENER.
The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided in the" Wash Cycle
Table". Generally, only one tablespoon of detergent is needed for a normal wash load. Also, more heavily soiled items need
more detergent. Always add the detergent just before starting dishwasher, otherwise it could get damp and will not dissolve
properly.
To open the dispenser, turn the cap to the "open" (left)
arrow and lift it out.
Pour the rinse aid into the dispenser, being careful not to
overfill.
Replace the cap by inserting it aligned with "open" arrow
and turning it to the closed (right) arrow.
A measured amount of rinse aid is released during the final rinse. As with detergent, the amount
of rinse aid needed for your dishes depends on the hardness of the water in your area. Too much
rinse aid can result in lather of foaming and cause cloudiness or steaks on your dishes. If the
water in your area is very soft, you may not need rinse aid. If you do,you can dilute the rinse aid
with an equal amount of water.
The rinse aid dispenser has six settings. Always start with the dispenser set on " 1 ". If spots and
poor drying are problems, increase the amount of rinse aid dispensed by removing the dispenser
lid and rotating the dial to "2". If the dishes still are not drying properly or are spotted, adjust the
dial to the next higher number until your dishes are spot-free.
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5
4
3
2
1

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As the rinse aid diminishes, the size of the black dot on the rinse
aid level indicator changes, as illustrated below.
Full
3 / 4 full
1 / 2 full
1 / 4 full - Should refill to eliminate spotting
Empty
The u
pp
er rack is desi
g
ned to hold more delicate and li
g
hter dishware such as
g
lasses, coffee and tea cu
p
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 do not get moved by the spray of water.
The upper rack can be set at two different heights by using the different wheels.
We recommend that you place large items which are most difficult to clean into the lower rack: pots, pans, lids,
serving dishes and bowls, as shown in the figure to the right.
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.
Pots, serving bowls, etc, must always be placed top down.
Deep pots should be slanted to allow water to flow out.
The bottom rack feature fold dish racks rows so that larger or more pots and pans can be loaded.
1
Cups
2
Small serving bowl
3 Large serving bowl
4
Saucers 5
6
7
Dish
Oval platter
10
Soup plates
Dessert dishes
9
Dinner plates
11
Silverware basket
Dessert dishes
2
3
5
7
6
1
4
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Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket with handles at the bottom: If the rack has side baskets, the spoon should
be loaded individually into the appropriate slots, Especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal position at the
front of the upper rack.
Do not let any item extend through the
bottom of the basket.
Teaspoons
4
Soup spoons
2
Forks
1
Serving fork
Serving spoon
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Knife
5
3
Dessert spoons
7
4
4
3
8
2
6
7
4
4
4
5
4
4
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
1
1
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5
5
5
5
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5
5
5
5
5
2
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2
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2
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3
3
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A forgotten dish can be added any time before the detergent cup opens.
Please press the start button .
Do not open the door until the water spray action stops.
Steam may rise out of the dishwasher.
Add forgotten dishes.
Close the door and Press the Start button to start washing.
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3
2
1
Digital sign: Display the delayed time,
remaining time and fault codes.
Faucets is not opened.
Malfunction of temperature sensor or of heating element.
Too much inlet water. .
Short circuit or break of temperature sensor.

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Coarse filter
Larger items, such as pieces of bone or glass, that could clog the drain are trapped in the
coarse filter. To remove an item caught in this filter, gently squeeze the tabs on top of this
filter and lift it out.
For
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our convenience, we have
p
laced the drain
p
um
p
and filterin
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s
y
stem within eas
y
reach inside the tub. There are three
components of the filtering system: the main filter, the coarse filter, and the fine filter.
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Fine filter
This filter holds soil and food residue in the sump area and prevents it from being
redeposited on the dishes during a cycle.
Main filter
Food and soil particles trapped by this filter are pulverized by a special jet on
the lower spray arm and washed down the drain.
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3
ATTENTION: Do not put the fine filter upside down .
Never run the dishwasher without the filters in place.
Filter assembly
For best performance and results, the filter must be cleaned regularly.
The filter efficiently removes food particles from the wash water, allowing it to be
recirculated during the cycle. For this reason, it is a good idea to remove the larger
food particles trapped in the filter after each wash cycle by rinsing the semicircular
filter and cup under running water. To remove the filter , pull on the cup handle in
the upward direction. The entire filter should be cleaned once a week.
To clean the coarse filter and the fine filter, use a cleaning brush. Then, reassemble
the filter parts as shown in the figures on the left and reinsert the entire filter in the
dishwasher, positioning in its seat and pressing downward.
The dishwasher must never be used without the filters. Improper replacement of the
filter may reduce the performance level of the appliance and damage dishes and
utensils.

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Never use a spray cleaner to clean the door panel for it could damage the door lock and electrical components. It is not allowed
to use the abrasive agent or some paper towel becauseof the risk of scratching or leaving spots on the stainless steel surface.
To clean the edge around the door, you should use only a soft warm, damp cloth. To prevent
penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner
of any kind.
Also, never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they will
scratch the finish. Some papers towels can also scratch or leave marks on the surface.
After every wash, turn off the water supply to the
appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so that
moisture and odors are not trapped inside.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always
remove the plug from the socket.
To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher,
do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products.
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
white vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically
for dishwashers.
When you go on holiday, it is recommened 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.
If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical
position.If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on
its back.
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.
This dishwasher is designed for operation on an adequately wired individual 220~240VAC,50~60HZ. Use required fuse 13 amp.
Fused electrical supply is required-copper wire only. Time delay fuse or circuit breaker recommended and provide separate
circuit serving only this appliance. Outlet should be placed in adjacent cabinet.
After making sure that the voltage and the frequency values for the current in the home
correspond to those on the rating plate and that the electrical system is sized for the
maximum voltage on the rating plate, insert the plug into an electrical socket which is
earthed properly. If the electrical socket to which the appliance must be connected is not
appropriate for the , replace the socket,rather than using a adaptors or the like as
they could cause overheating and burns.
plug

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Fuse blown, or the
circuit breaker acted
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
Sound from soft food shredding action and detergent cup
opening.
Utensils are not secure
in the baskets or something
small has dropped into
the basket
Ensure everything is secured in the dishwasher.
Motor hums Dishwasher has not been used regularly. If you do not use it
often, remember to set it to fill and pump out every week,
which will help keep the seal moist.
Improper detergent
Add 1 gallon of cold water to the tub. Close and latch the
dishwasher, then drain out the water by starting a program
but stopping it before it finishes. Repeat if necessary.
Spilled rinse agent Always wipe up rinse agent
spills immediately.
Detergent with
colorant was used
Make sure that the detergent has no colorant.
Rinse agent dispenser
is empty
Make sure that the rinse agent dispense is filled.
Improper program
Improper rack loading Make sure that the action of the detergent dispenser and
spray arms are not blocked by large dishware.
Extremely hard water
Low inlet
temperature
Overloading the
dishwasher
Improper loading
Old or damp powder
detergent
Empty rinse agent
dispenser
Incorrect dosage of
detergent
To remove spots from glassware:
Take out all metal utensils out of the dishwasher.
Do not add detergent.
Choose the longest cycle.
Start the dishwasher and allow it to run for about
18 to 22 minutes, then it will be in the main wash.
Open the door to pour 2 cups of white vinegar
into the bottom of the dishwasher.
Close the door and let the dishwasher complete
the cycle. If the vinegar does not work: Repeat
as above, except use 1/4 cup (60 ml)of citric acid
crystals instead of vinegar.
Some audible sounds are
normal
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Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
closed securely.
Check that the water supply is connected properly and
the water is turned on.
Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the
wall socket.
Power supply is not
turned on
Water pressure is low
'Overflow The system is designed to detect an overflow. When it
does, it shuts off the circulation pump and turns on the
drain pump. Service required.
Select stronger program
Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid suds.
If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds evaporate.

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Minimum and maximum permissible inlet water pressure : 0.04-1.00 MPa.
Specifications: A RATED ENERGY EFFICIENCY
A RATED WASH PERFORMANCE
A RATED DRYING PERFORMANCE
12 PLACE SETTINGS
6 PROGRAMMES
4 WASHING TEMPERATURES
This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic
equipment should Be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste.There
are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU.For more information, please contact the
local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.
Combination of soft
water and too much
detergent
Use less detergent if you have soft water and select a
shortest cycle to wash the glassware and to get them clean.
Tea or coffee stains Use a damp cloth and mild detergent.Run the rinse cycle after
cleaning.
You have to wait for 20 minutes after a cycle to let the heating
elements cool down before cleaning interior, to reduce the risk
of burns.
Iron deposits in water
can cause an overall film
You have to call a water softener company for a special filter.
Hard water minerals To clean the interior, use a damp sponge with dishwasher
detergent and wear rubber gloves. Never use any other cleaner
than dishwasher detergent for the risk of foaming or suds.
Dishes block detergent
cups
Re-loading the dishes properly to allow door to fully open.
Normal phenomenon There is some steam coming through the vent by the door
latch during drying and water draining.
Aluminum utensils have
rubbed against dishes
Use a mild abrasive cleaner to eliminate those marks.
This is normal A small amount of clean water around the outlet on
the tub bottom at the back of the tub keeps the water
seal lubricated.
Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid dispenser.
Spilled rinse aid could cause oversudsing and lead
to overflowing. Wipe away any spills with a damp cloth.
Make sure the dishwasher is level using the feet adjustment.
Overfill dispenser or rinse
aid spills
Dishwasher isn t level
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RATED POWER: 1930W
TWO-SPRAY ARMS
HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE UPPER BASKET
STAINLESS STEEL INTERIOR
NATURAL DRYING SYSTEM
ELECTRONIC PROGRAMME SELECTION

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