Panasonic NP-B6M1FIGB User manual

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Dishwasher
Model No. NP-B6M1FIGB
Model No. NP-B6V1FIGB
Destination UK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE PAGE
1 Safety Precautions----------------------------------------------- 2
2 Specifications ----------------------------------------------------- 3
3 Operating Instructions------------------------------------------ 4
4 Test Mode ----------------------------------------------------------12
5 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions ---------------15
6 Wiring Connection Diagram ---------------------------------45
7 Exploded View and Replacement Parts List -----------46

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1 Safety Precautions
1.1. Health & Safety
Note: When servicing the SCHOLTES oven, health and safety issues must be considered at all times. Specific safety issues are
listed below with their appropriate icon. These are illustrated throughout the service information to remind service people of the
health and safety issues
1.1.1. Electrical Safety
1.1.2. Electrostatic Discharge
1.1.3. Good Working Practices
1.1.4. Insulation Test
1.1.5. Sheet Metal Edges

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2 Specifications

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3 Operating Instructions

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4 Test Mode
4.1. Test mode
4.1.1. Test mode activation
Activation mode
The test mode activation can be done if the dishwasher is at the beginning status with empty chamber. To do this it is enough to
recall the “program cancellation” mode described at point 2.2. The test mode is then recalled as following described:
1. Open the door, press and keep the P button pressed. After 5 seconds, the “cycle cancellation” is shown on the display as fol-
low:
2. Keep the P button pressed till the program warning lights are as follow:
3. Release and then immediately press the P button. The buzzer gives out an acoustic signal and all the warning lights switch on
and the program lights are shown as follow:
If the test mode procedure is not correctly done , it is necessary to repeat the procedure from the point (1).

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4.2. Test mode list
Phase Description Alternate valve postion Warning lights
1) TEST MODE BEGINNING:
The door should be closed when the test mode
operates.
2) TEST MODE BEGINNING
Close the door. After some seconds the machine
starts to fill the water. The cycle could start with
drain.
Upper spray arm
(upper washing, if it is
foreseen)
3) DETERGENT DISPENSER OPENING
After the pressure switch level has been
reached, the machine ends the filling, the heat-
ing element is activated and the dispenser unit is
being supplied.
Upper basket
4) HEATING:
The machine starts the heating till reaching 45.Upper basket 30sec
Lower basket 30sec
5) HEATING
The machine starts the heating till reaching 50.Lower basket
6) WAITING THE OPERATOR INTERVENTION
(it lasts max 30)
Once the temperature is reached, the machine
continues to wash. During this phase , the
regeneration coil works ( it lasts max 30 min-
utes). To proceed the mode, you needs to lift the
antiflood safety device (polystyrene) or to press
the program selection button..
Lower basket
7) FINAL DRAIN
Once the antiflood safety device is activated ,
the machine drains. (Upper basket)
8) DOOR OPENING/ WAITING THE OPERATOR
INTERVENTION/TEST MODE END
At the end of the drain phase, the generation
electric valve is activated to open the door (max
3‘). Once the machine is switched off, the test
mode ends. (see point 9). Once the program
selection button is pressed, the automatic test
proceeds (it lasts max 3+15 minutes)
(Upper basket)
9) AUTOMATIC TEST MODE FOR THE FINAL
LOAD
Once the program button is pressed, the water is
filled in order to start the following automatic test
mode till reaching the pressure switch full condi-
tion (+ 2”)
(Upper basket)
10) TEST MODE END
Once the final load is done, the display shows as
described on the right. Switch the machine off
and open the door to check the detergent dis-
penser opening. Switch the machine on and ver-
ify that the programs/options warning lights
work.
(Upper basket)

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4.3. Error code
Error code
The possible errors and the relative LED displays are shown below. If an error is detected during
the test mode, correct the error and then open and close the door to continue with the test.
ERROR CODE Malfunction What the display shows
E1 The flood prevention system has been activated
E3 Does not heat up
E4 Temperature probe disconnected
E5 Does not fill
E6 Does not drain
E7 Malfunction of turbine water meter (flow meter)
E8 Malfunction of alternating valve
E9 Fill level limit exceeded
E10 Malfunction of turbidity sensor

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5 Disassembly and Assembly Instructions
Component dismantling
1. As a safety precaution, always disconnect hydraulic and electrical connections before servicing. Failure to observe these
safety rules may result in damage to people and/or property.
2. To avoid the danger of electrical surges you must disconnect the appliances from the mains by pulling out the plug or depress-
ing the corresponding magnetothermic switch on the electrical service panel.
3. The notes below show you how to disassemble the main components, follow the procedure in reverse order to reassemble.
4. The paragraphs below were written according to the following [philosophy]: the operations required for accessing the compo-
nents located inside / in the lower part of the appliance are described first; various paragraphs then describe the operations
required for replacing the individual components.
5.1. Dismantling the protective
cover
1. Remove the 2 screws on top.
2. The 6 screws back.
3. Remove the cover.
5.2. Dismantling the sides
1. Remove the 6 screws back cover.

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2. Remove the two front screws (right and left).
5.3. Dismantling the automatic
door opening movement
1. Remove the top cover.
2. Release the motor.
3. Remove it from the auction of movement.
4. Disconnect the power connector.
5. Remove the faston from the micro.

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6. Lift and remove the micro from the bracket.
7. From the inside, remove the three screws that.
8. Fixing the automatic opening system.
5.4. Dismantling the hook of the
doorlock
1. Remove the fixing screw.
2. Leverage with a screwdriver at the base of the lock.
3. Lift the cover.

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4. Remove the hook.
5.5. Dismantling the lighting LED
1. With a screwdriver lift ....
2. The protective cover.
3. Leverage delicately where indicated.
4. Then remove the lights.
5. Remove the plastic lens.

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5.6. Dismantling the Doorlock
1. Disconnect the electrical connection.
2. Remove the 2 screws.
3. Remove the lock.
5.7. Dismantling the basket guides
1. Remove the screws on the side of the dishwasher.
2. 2 screws for the cutlery basket.
3. The procedure is the same for all guides baskets.

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4. 4 screws for the upper rack.
5.8. Dismantling the internal feed
tube of the spray arms
1. Remove the spray arms.
2. wheel and ....
3. ... lift the plastic filter.
4. Extract the stainless steel filter.
5. Remove the screw which locks the tube.