Kuppersbusch IG 6508.1 User manual

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en Index
Safety instructions 4. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting to know your appliance 6. .
Water softener 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the special salt container 8. .
Filling the rinse-aid container 9. . . .
Not suitable for the dishwasher 10. .
Arranging crockery, glasses,
etc. in the dishwasher 11. . . . . . . . . .
Detergents 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
auto 3in1 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview of programmes 18. . . . . . .
Washing dishes 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information on programme sequence 21
Additional functions 22. . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance and care 22. . . . . . . . . .
Fault finding 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Service 27. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Information 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Waste disposal 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Safety instructions
Delivery
Immediately check the packaging and
dishwasher for any damage which may
have been caused in transit. Do not use
a damaged appliance, but consult your
supplier.
Please dispose of packaging material
properly:
The corrugated cardboard consists
mainly of waste paper.
The polystyrene moulded parts
have been foamed without any
CFCs.
The polyethylene film (PE) consists
partly of secondary raw material.
The wooden frames (if fitted) are
made of residual wood and are
untreated.
The hoops (if fitted) consist of
polypropylene (PP).
Installation
Install and connect the appliance
according to the installation and
assembly instructions.
The dishwasher must NOT be
connected to the power supply during
installation.
Ensure that the protective conductor
system of the domestic electricity
supply has been installed correctly.
Electrical connection conditions must
correspond with the specifications on
the rating plate of the dishwasher.
If the dishwasher is to be installed
in a high-sided unit, ensure that the unit
is attached properly and also at the
rear.
Built-under and built-in appliances
should always be installed under a
continuous work surface which is
attached to the adjacent cupboards, in
order to ensure that the appliance is
entirely stable.
After the appliance has been installed,
the mains plug should still be easily
accessible.
Not on all models:
The plastic housing on the water input
contains an electrically operated valve.
The connecting wires are inside the
inlet hose. Do not cut through this hose
and do not immerse the plastic housing
in water.
Warning
For safety reasons, if the appliance is not
fitted in a recess, thereby making a side
wall accessible, the door hinge area
should be covered at the side.
(Risk of injury)
Covers are available as optional
accessories from customer services or
specialist stores.

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In daily use
Warning
Knives and other utensils with sharp points
must be placed in the baskets either flat or
with the points downwards.
Use the dishwasher only in the
household and only for its designed
purpose, i.e. for washing domestic
dishes.
Do not lean or sit on the open door.
The appliance could tip.
Please note that free-standing
appliances may tip over if the baskets
are overloaded.
The water in the appliance is not
drinking water.
Do not add any solvents to the washing
chamber. Danger of explosion!
Open the door carefully when the
programme is still running. Water could
spray out of the appliance.
To prevent injuries, e.g. caused by
stumbling, open the dishwasher only
briefly in order to load and unload the
dishwasher.
Read and observe the safety
information and instructions for use on
the packaging for cleaning and rinsing
agents.
Children in the household
Do not let infants play or operate the
dishwasher.
Keep cleaning and rinsing agents out of
the reach of infants. These may cause
chemical burns in the mouth, throat and
eyes or asphyxiation.
Keep infants away from the open
dishwasher. It could contain residue of
the cleaning agent.
Child lock *
* on applicable models
Please refer to the drawings enclosed in
the envelope
40 Engaging the child lock
41 Opening the door with the child lock
engaged
42 Disengaging the child lock
If a fault occurs
Repairs or other work on the
dishwasher should only be carried out
by a qualified specialist.
The dishwasher must be disconnected
from the electricity supply before any
repairs or other work are started. Pull
the mains plug out of the wall socket or
switch off at the fuse box. Grasp the
plug to remove it from the socket; do
not tug on the cable. Turn the water off
at the tap.
When disposing of old
appliances
Appliances that have reached the end
of their service life should be rendered
inoperable in order to exclude the
possibility of subsequent accidents. Pull
the mains plug out of the wall socket,
cut through the connecting cable and
disable the door lock.
Take the appliance to a designated
waste disposal centre.
Warning
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.

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Getting to know your
appliance
Diagrams of the control panel and the
interior of the appliance can be found
in the envelope at the front.
Individual positions are referred to in
the text.
Control panel
1Main switch
2Additional options*
3Time delay
4Salt refill indicator
5Rinse-aid refill indicator
6Programme buttons
7Door Opener
8Digital display
9Programme sequence indicator
* some models
Appliance interior
20 Upper basket with 2-tiered cup rack
21 Additional cutlery basket for the top
basket *
22 Upper spray arm
23 Lower spray arm
24 Container for special salt with level
indicator *
25 Filters
26 Cutlery basket
27 Lower basket
28 Lock for detergent dispenser
29 Container for rinse-aid, with level
indicator
30 Detergent compartment
31 Nameplate
* not on all models
You will need to purchase the
following before using the
dishwasher for the first time:
– special salt for use in dishwashers
– detergent
– rinse-aid
Only use products, which are suitable for
dishwashers.

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Water softener
In order to rinse dishes and glasses
satisfactorily, the dishwasher requires soft
water, i.e. containing little or no lime,
otherwise water stains will be left behind
on crockery and glasses, etc.
If the tap water exceeds a certain level of
hardness, it must be softened, i.e.
decalcified, so that it can be used in the
dishwasher.
This is achieved by adding a special salt
to the water softener inside the
dishwasher.
The water softener, that is the required
amount of salt, is set up according to how
hard the tap water is.
Setting up the water softener
Determine the level of hardness of your
tap water. Your local water company or
service agent can help you with this.
Identify setting from the following water
hardness table.
Water hardness table
Hold down programme button Band
switch on the 1main switch, then
release both buttons.
The LED for button Bflashes and the
digital display displays the factory
setting .
To change the setting,
press programme button B.
Each time the button is pressed, the set
value increases by 1; after , the
setting goes back to .
Switch off the main switch 1.
The chosen setting has now been
stored.
Approx. 4 litres of water are required for
regenerating the water softening system.
The overall water consumption per load
can therefore be increased by between 0
and a maximum of 4 litres according to the
water hardness setting.

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Filling the special salt
container
How the salt works
While washing is taking place, salt is
automatically rinsed out of the salt
container into the water softener where it
dissolves the lime in the water.
The dissolved lime is pumped out of the
dishwasher. The water softening system is
then ready for the next load.
This process of regeneration can only
function when the salt is dissolved in
water.
Unscrew the lid on the salt container 24 .
Before you use the dishwasher for the first
time, pour approx. 1 litre of water into the
salt container.
Use the enclosed salt filler.
Refill with salt (do not use edible salt)
until the salt dispenser is full (max. 1.5 kg).
When the salt dispenser is being refilled,
water is displaced and drains away.
Therefore always refill the salt dispenser
immediately before switching on the
dishwasher (to prevent corrosion). As a
result, the overflowing salt solution will be
immediately diluted and rinsed out. Then
remove salt residue from the filler area and
screw on the dispenser cover, ensuring
that it is not fitted askew.
The LOW SALT indicator 4on the front
panel will light up initially but will extinguish
again after a short period when the salt
solution has become sufficiently
concentrated.
Note
When the control is set to , it
is not necessary to fill up with salt
as none will be consumed while
the dishwasher is operating. The
LOW SALT indicator is switched
off. If the control is set between
and , then salt must be
added to the dispenser.
Do not pour detergent into the
container for special salt. This
would destroy the water
softener.
Salt refill indicator
As soon as the salt refill indicator 4is lit
on the control panel, refill with salt
immediately before the next rinse cycle.
Depending on the washing frequency and
the hardness setting, the regeneration salt
may not have to be topped up for several
months.

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Filling the rinse-aid
container
The purpose of a rinse-aid is to prevent
the formation of water marks on tableware
and utensils, and to ensure that glasses
are clean and sparkling. The rinse-aid is
consumed during the washing process.
Fold back the lid on the rinse-aid
container 29 .
To open the lid, press the mark (1 ) on
the rinse-aid lid and simultaneously lift
the lid off the lug (2 ).
1
2
Pour the rinse-aid into the filler hole
until the level indicator turns dark.
Close the lid, ensuring that you hear it
snap closed.
Use only rinse aid for domestic
dishwashers. Spilt rinse aid may result in
excessive foam formation in the next rinse
cycle. Therefore, remove any spilt rinse
aid with a cloth.
Adjusting the amount of
rinse-aid
The amount of rinse-aid added to the
water can be varied by adjusting the
stepless control. The rinse-aid control has
been set to ”4” in the factory.
Do not alter the setting of the rinse-aid
control unless streaks (turn knob towards
”–”) or water marks (turn knob towards ”+”)
are left on the dishes.
29
rinse–aid control
Low rinse-aid indicator
As long as the rinse-aid refill indicator on
the panel 5(on applicable models) or
dispenser 29 has not illuminated, there is
sufficient rinse-aid in the dishwasher.
LOW RINSE-AID indicator

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Switching the rinse-aid
indicator on or off
You can switch the rinse-aid indicator on
or off. This function can be changed as
follows:
Hold down the programme button 3
and switch on the main switch 1,
then release both buttons.
The digital display 3flashes; in the
digital display 8is indicated
(rinse-aid indicator on).
By pressing the programme button 3
you can switch the rinse-aid indicator
off or on .
Switch off the main switch 1; the
chosen setting has now been stored.
Note
Do not switch off the rinse-aid
indicator unless you are using
detergent products with an
integrated rinse-aid!
Not suitable for
the dishwasher
The following should not be
cleaned in the dishwasher:
Wooden cutlery and utensils – these
will leach out and become unsightly;
even the utilised stickers are not
suitable for the temperatures which
occur.
Sensitive ornamental glasses, craft
utensil and vases, special antique
or irretrievable utensils. These
ornaments are not dishwasher-proof.
Plastic parts sensitive to hot water.
Copper and tin utensils.
Utensils which are soiled with ash, wax,
lubricating grease or ink.
Absorbent materials such as sponges
and cloths.
Aluminium and silver parts have
a tendency to discolour and fade during
the wash cycle. Even some types of glass
(e.g. crystal glass objects) may turn cloudy
after many wash cycles.
Recommendation:
In future buy utensils which are identified
as dishwasher-proof.

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Damage to glassware and other
dishes
Possible causes:
type of glass or manufacturing process
chemical composition of detergent
water temperature and duration of
dishwasher programme.
Suggested remedy:
Use glassware or porcelain dishes that
have been marked ’dishwasher–proof’
by the manufacturer.
Use a mild detergent that is described
as ’kind to dishes’. If necessary, seek
further information from detergent
manufacturers.
Select a programme with as low a
temperature and as short a duration as
possible.
To prevent damage, take glass and
cutlery out of the dishwasher as soon
as possible after the programme has
ended.
Arranging crockery, glasses,
etc. in the dishwasher
Loading the dishwasher
Scrape off any large amounts of
left-over food. It is not necessary to
rinse the dishes under running water.
Place objects in the dishwasher in such
a way that
items such as cups, glasses,
pots/pans, etc. are stood upside
down,
curved items, or those with
recesses, should be at a slant so
that water can run off,
they are stacked securely and
cannot tip over,
they do not prevent the spray arms
from rotating while washing takes
place.
Very small items should not be washed in
the dishwasher as they could easily fall out
of the baskets.
Removing the dishes
To prevent water dripping from the top
basket onto the dishes in the lower basket,
we recommend that you empty the lower
basket first and then the top basket.

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Cups and glasses
Upper basket 20
*not included with all models
Pots and pans
Lower basket 27
Cutlery
Cutlery should be placed in the
dishwasher always unsorted and with the
eating surface pointing downwards. The
spray jet is then better able to reach the
individual parts.
To prevent injuries, place long, pointed
accessories and knives on the étagère
(some models) or on the knife shelf
(available as an accessory).
Folding spikes *
* on applicable models
To improve stacking of pots and pans, the
spikes can be folded down.
Shelf *
* not on all models
Lean tall glasses and those with long
stems against the shelf – not against other
items to be washed.
Long items, serving cutlery, salad servers
or knives should be placed on the shelf so
that they do not obstruct the rotation of the
spray arms. The shelf can be folded back
when not required for use.

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Small accessories holder*
* some models
Light-weight plastic accessories, e.g. cups,
lids, etc. can be held securely in the small
accessories holder.
Adjusting position of basket *
* not on all models
86cm 81cm
Ø max.
30/*25cm
Ø max.
20/*25cm
Ø max.
34/*29cm
Ø max.
20/*25cm
If required, the height of the top basket can
be adjusted in order to create more space
for large utensils either in the top or bottom
basket.
Select one of the two following procedures
according to the design of the top basket
for your appliance model:
Top basket with upper
and lower roller pairs
Pull out the top basket.
Remove the top basket and re-attach it
to the upper or lower rollers.
Top basket with side levers
(Rackmatic)
Pull out the top basket.
To lower the basket, press in
succession the two levers on the left
and right sides of the basket. Always
take hold of the side of the basket on
the upper edge, otherwise the basket
will not drop smoothly (and may
damage the utensils).

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To raise the basket, take hold of the
basket on the upper edge and pull
upwards.
Before you re-insert the basket, ensure
that it is at the same height on both
sides. Otherwise, the appliance door
cannot be closed and the upper spray
arm will not connect to the water circuit.
Baking sheet spray head *
* some models
You can clean large baking sheets or
grilles with the baking sheet spray head.
To do this, remove the top basket and
insert the spray head as illustrated in the
diagram.
To ensure that the spray jet can reach all
parts, arrange the baking sheets as
illustrated
(max. 4 baking sheets and 2 grilles).
Note
Never operate the dishwasher without the
top basket or baking sheet spray head!

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Detergents
Information about detergents
You can use any brand of liquid or powder
detergent, as well as tablets, that have
been specifically designed for use in
domestic dishwashers. (Do not use normal
washing-up liquid!)
Nowadays there are three types of
dishwasher detergent available:
1. those containing phosphates and
chlorine,
2. those containing phosphates but no
chlorine,
3. those containing neither phosphates
nor chlorine.
When a phosphate-free detergent is used
in conjunction with hard water, there is a
greater possibility that white marks will be
left behind on crockery and glasses, etc.
These can be avoided by pouring an
increased amount of detergent into the
dispenser.
Chlorine-free detergents have a reduced
bleaching effect. This can mean that tea
stains are not completely removed or
plastic items become discoloured.
This can be resolved by:
selecting a higher temperature
programme, or
increasing the amount of detergent,
or
using a detergent that contains
chlorine.
Check the label on the detergent
packaging to determine whether a
particular product is suitable for use with
silverware.
If you have any further questions, we
recommend that you contact the customer
advice departments of the various
detergent manufacturers.
Detergent compartment with
measuring marks
The side of the detergent compartment is
marked with lines to help you determine
how much powder to add.
The capacity of the detergent container is
15 ml up to the bottom line and 25 ml up to
the middle line. When the compartment is
full it contains 40 ml.
40 ml
25 ml
15 ml
If the detergent dispenser 30 is still
closed, press the lock 28 to open the
detergent dispenser.
Adding detergent
Fill the dispenser 30 with detergent.
Please observe the manufacturer’s
instructions printed on the detergent
packaging when determining the
correct dosage.
Important
Due to the different solvency properties of
the detergent tablets supplied by various
manufacturers, the cleaning efficiency of
the detergent may not be fully utilised by
short programmes. It is recommended to
use washing powder for these
programmes.
When you select the INTENSIVE
programme, tip an extra 10–15 ml of
detergent onto the inside surface of the
door.

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Reduce costs!
If you are using the upper rack
only, or if your dishes are only
moderately dirty, it will normally
suffice to employ a reduced
amount of detergent than
otherwise recommended.
Close the lid on the detergent
compartment.
Press down the lid (1) until it clicks
shut (2).
If you are using detergent in tablet form,
read the manufacturer’s
recommendations on the packaging in
order to
determine where the tablets should be
placed inside the dishwasher (e.g. in
cutlery basket, detergent compartment,
etc.).
Make sure that the lid on the detergent
compartment is closed, even if you are
using tablets.
auto 3in1
The use of so-called combined detergent
products may make the use of rinse aid
and/or salt unnecessary.
There are currently several types of
combined detergent products available.
3in1: They contain detergent, rinse aid
and salt function.
2in1: They contain detergent and rinse
aid or salt function.
>>> Always check the type of detergent
or combined product which you
are using!
Always follow the operating instructions
or the information on the packaging.
The rinse programme is automatically
adjusted in order to obtain the best
possible rinsing and drying result.
Observe the following important
information if using combined cleaning
products:
Regeneration salt is not required up to
a water hardness of 21dH (37fH,
26Clarke, 3.7 mmol/l) only. No other
settings on the appliance are required.
Salt is still required if the water
hardness is above 21dH (37fH,
26Clarke, 3.7 mmol/l). Fill the salt
dispenser with salt 24 and select
setting 6 on the water softening system.
If in doubt, please contact the detergent
manufacturer, especially if:
the utensils are very wet at the end
of the programme.
limescale forms.

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Note
Optimum rinsing and drying results can be
obtained by using standard detergents in
conjunction with separate application of
salt and rinse aid.
Observance of the operating instructions
or information on the packaging of the
combined detergents determines their
effectiveness.
Note
Even if the rinse aid and/or salt refill
indicator is lit, the rinse programme runs
correctly when 3in1 products are used.
If the rinse aid refill indicator 5or salt
refill 4indicator is defective and you
would like to switch it off, proceed as
follows:
Switching the rinse aid refill
indicator off and on
You can switch the rinse aid refill indicator
5on or off. This function can be
changed as follows.
Hold down the programme button 3
and press the main switch 1until the
digital display lights up, then release the
buttons.
8is indicated on the digital display
(rinse aid refill indicator on).
By pressing the programme button
3, you can switch off or switch
on the rinse aid indicator.
Switch off the main switch 1;
the setting is saved.
Switching the salt refill
indicator / water softening
system off and on
Hold down the programme button B
and switch on the main switch 1,
then release the buttons.
The illuminated button Band the
factory-set value on the digital
display flash.
To change the setting: press the
programme button B .
Each time the button is pressed, the set
value increases by one; when the value
is reached, the display jumps back
to (the salt refill indicator / water
softening system has been switched
off).
Switch off the main switch 1.
The set value is stored within the
device.
Approx. 4 litres of water are required to
regenerate the water softening system.
As a result, the water consumption per
rinse cycle increases by 0 to maximum
4 litres depending on the water hardness
setting.
Note
If you use the detergent and rinse aid
separately or switch from combined
detergents to standard cleaning products,
ensure that the rinse aid refill indicator has
been switched on and the water softening
system has been set to the correct water
hardness.

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Overview of programmes
The max. possible number of programmes is illustrated in this overview. The corresponding
programmes for your appliance can be found on the fascia.
Rinse if the
utensils
have been
left several
days prior to
washing in
the
dishwasher.
Coffee,
cake, milk,
sausage,
cold drinks,
salads
Soups, soufflés,
potatoes, pastries,
rice, eggs, fried
food
Delicate
Type of dishes
e.g. porcelain
pans,
cutlery,
glasses,
etc.
Type of food
remnants e.g.
Programme-
sequence
The programme sequence
is optimised and adjusted
according to the degree of soiling
on the utensils.
Dry Dry
Clean
65
Interme-
diate rinse
Clean
50
Prerinse
Clean
55
Interme-
diate rinse
Clean
45
Prerinse
Coffee,
cake, milk,
sausage,
cold drinks,
salads
Soups,
potatoes,
pastries,
rice, eggs,
fried food
Non-
sensitive Mixed
Wash
programme
Very little
LittleLarge
High NormalLightly Adhesive
Amount of food
remnants
State of food
remnant
Auto
65–75
Auto
55–65
Auto
35–45
Eco
50
Quick
45
Prerinse
Low
Normal
Mixed

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Washing dishes
Reduce costs!
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 suffice.
Programme data
The programme specifications can be
found in the summary of instructions.
Programme specifications refer to normal
conditions. Greater deviations may occur
due 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, ...).
Energy and water consumption is reduced
by up to 1/4 when dishes are washed in
the upper basket only.
Water consumption values are based on a
water hardness setting of 4.
Aqua sensor *
* on applicable models
The Aqua sensor is an optical measuring
device which measures the turbidity of the
rinsing water. A light barrier can detect
dissolved food remnants in the water, e.g.
egg, fat and oats.
The Aqua sensor is used according to
the programme. When the Aqua sensor
is active, ”clean” rinsing water may be
transferred into the next rinsing bath
and/or the temperature adjusted. If the
turbidity is greater, the water is drained
and is replaced with fresh water. In this
way the water consumption is reduced by
approx. 4 litres for utensils which are ”less”
dirty.
Switching the dishwasher ON
Turn on the tap.
Set main switch 1to ON.
Indicators light up according to the last
programme that was selected.
This same programme will run again if
no other programme button 6is
pressed
The numerical display 8shows the
expected duration of the programme.
Close door.
The programme starts automatically.
Optical indicator during
operation *
* With some models
During the rinse programme a light point
appears on the floor below the device’s
door. Only open the dishwasher door
when the light point has disappeared.
In the case of built-in dishwashers with
flush front the light point will not be visible.
Remaining running time display
When the appliance has started, the
expected programme running time is
displayed. The programmed running time
is affected by the water temperature, the
number of dishes, as well as the degree
of soiling. If these conditions are changed,
the running time (depending on the
selected programme) can vary greatly.
As the effect is not detected until a
programme is running, the time may
be longer or shorter than expected.

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Time delay *
*on applicable models
You can delay the start of the programme
in 1-hour steps up to 19 hours.
Switch on the appliance.
Press the timer programming button
3until the digital display 8jumps
to .
Keep pressing the timer programming
button until the required time is
displayed.
To delete the timer programming,
keep pressing the button until
is displayed.
You can change your programme
selection at any time until the
programme starts.
End of programme
The end of the programme is indicated by
a buzzer. This function can be changed as
follows:–
Hold down Function button C
pressed and switch on main switch
1, then let the buttons go.
Function Button Cflashes, and the
digital display indicates the value
which was set at the factory
(semi-loud).
To change the setting:
Press Function button C.
Each depression of the button
increases the set value by one,
when is reached, the display
jumps back to (off).
Switch off the main switch 1.
The set value is stored in the appliance.
Switching the dishwasher OFF
Several minutes after the programme has
ended:
Open the door when the programme
has ended.
Set main switch 1to OFF.
Turn the water tap off.
(Does not apply when Aqua-Stop unit
has been fitted)
Remove dishes, etc. when they have
cooled down.
Interrupting the programme
Open the door. Caution! There is a risk
of water squirting out from inside the
appliance. Do not open the door fully
until the spray arm has stopped
rotating.
Set main switch 1to OFF.
Indicator lights extinguish. The
programme is retained in the dish-
washer memory.
If the hot water was switched ON or the
appliance has already heated up and then
the appliance door opened, leave the door
ajar for several minutes and then close.
Otherwise, the appliance door may fly
open due to expansion.
In order to continue with the stored
programme, set the main switch to ON
again and close the door.
Cancel programme (Reset)
Only when the master switch is ON.
Press the Aand Cbuttons
simultaneously, and hold them pressed
for approx. 3 seconds.
The numerical display shows .
Close the door.
The programme continues for approx.
1 min.
When it has ended, set the main switch
1to OFF.
Close the detergent compartment 30 .
To restart the dishwasher, set main switch
1to ON again and select desired
programme.