Samsung DW60M6050 Series User manual

DW60M6050**
DW60M6051**
DW60M6040**
D159STS
D159W
D157STS
D157W
Dishwasher
user manual
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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product.
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2_ Safety instructions
Safety instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung dishwasher. This manual contains
important information on the installation, use and care of your appliance. Please
take time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dishwasher’s many
benefits and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and eciently operate the
extensive features and functions of your new appliance and retain it at a safe place near the appliance for
your future reference. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.
Warning and important safety instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,
maintaining, and operating your dishwasher.
Because the following operating instructions cover various models, the characteristics of your dishwasher
may dier slightly from those described in this manual and not all warning signs may be applicable. If you
have any questions or concerns, contact your nearest service center or find help and information online at
www.samsung.com.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS
Important safety symbols
WARNING
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury and/or property
damage.
CAUTION
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury and/or property
damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your
dishwasher, follow these basic safety precautions:
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the appliance is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the service centre for help.
Note
These warning symbols are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content.
Pass them on to any future owner.
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Safety instructions _3
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
1. This appliance is not to be used by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
2. For use in Europe: This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
3. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
4. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
5. The new hose-sets supplied with the appliance are to be
used and that old hose-sets should not be reused.
6. For appliances with ventilation openings in the base, that
a carpet must not obstruct the openings.
7. For use in Europe: Children of less than 3 years should
be kept away unless continuously supervised.
WARNING
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4_ Safety instructions
8. CAUTION: In order to avoid a hazard due to inadvertent
resetting of the thermal cut-out, this appliance must not
be supplied through an external switching device, such
as a timer, or connected to a circuit that is regularly
switched on and o by the utility.
9. This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
– sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working
environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments.
10.The door should not be left in the open position since
this could present a tripping hazard.
11.WARNING: Knives and other utensils with sharp points
must be loaded in the basket with their points down or
placed in a horizontal position.
Safety instructions
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Safety instructions _5
INSTRUCTIONS WHEN USING YOUR DISHWASHER
This dishwasher is not designed for commercial use. It is intended for use in domestic households and
in similar working and residential environments such as:
• Shops
• Oces and showrooms
and by residents in establishments such as:
• Hostels and guest houses.
It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in these user manual, for cleaning domestic
crockery and cutlery.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or
operation.
Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents contain irritant or corrosive
ingredients which can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
Consult a doctor immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily, as you could trip over it.
Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the dishwasher to tip and be damaged, and
you could get injured.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers.
Do not use washing‐up liquid.
Do not use the strong acid cleaning agent.
Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent. This will cause serious damage to the
reservoir.
Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent will damage the water
softener. Make sure you have picked up the correct packet of dishwasher salt before filling the salt
reservoir.
Please only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation, as other salts may contain
insoluble additives which can impair the functioning of the softener.
In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cutlery is cleaned and dried more if placed
in eciently the basket with the handles downwards. However, to avoid the risk of injury, place knives
and forks etc. with the handles upwards.
Plastic items which cannot withstand being washed in hot water, such as disposable plastic
containers, or plastic cutlery and crockery should not be cleaned in the dishwasher.
The high temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose shape.
On models with Delay Start function, make sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent.
Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dispenser and may not be thoroughly
dispersed.
WARNING
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CAUTION
CAUTION
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6_ Safety instructions
Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or
placed in a horizontal position.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROTECTING YOUR CHILDREN
This appliance is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury, keep children well away and do not allow them to
play in or around the dishwasher or to use the controls. They will not understand the potential dangers
posed by it. They should be supervised whenever you are working in the kitchen.
There is also a danger that children playing might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Older children may only use the dishwasher when its operation has been clearly explained to them and
they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM DETERGENTS! Dishwasher detergents contain irritant and corrosive
ingredients which can cause burning in the mouth, nose and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing.
Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open.
There could still be detergent residues in the cabinet.
Consult a doctor immediately if your child has swallowed or inhaled detergent.
WARNING
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Safety instructions _7
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING YOUR DISHWASHER
Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible damage. Under no circumstances
should you use a damaged appliance. A damaged appliance could be dangerous.
The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply via a suitable switched socket.
The electrical socket must be easily accessible after the dishwasher is installed so that it can be
disconnected from the electricity supply at any time. (Refer to the “Parts and features” section on
page 11.)
There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher. Danger of overheating and fire risk if the
dishwasher were to be pushed up against a plug.
The dishwasher must not be installed under a hob. The high radiant temperatures which are
sometimes generated by a hob could damage the dishwasher. For the same reason it should not be
installed next to open fires or other appliances which give o heat, such as heaters etc.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully installed and any adjustment
has been made to the door springs.
Before connecting the appliance, check that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and
connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it
and an eective grounding system. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present
and regularly tested and where there is any doubt the electrical system in the house should be
checked by a qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate grounding system (e.g.
electric shock).
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi‐socket unit or an extension
lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
This appliance may only be installed in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the
installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.
The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical component. The housing must not
be submerged in water.
There are electrical wires in the hose of Aqua-Stop. Never cut the water inlet hose, even if it is too long.
Installation, maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by a suitably qualified and competent
person in strict accordance with current national and local safety regulations. Repairs and other work
by unqualified persons can be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for unauthorised
work.
WARNING
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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8_ Safety instructions
The integrated waterproof system oers protection from water damage, provided the following
conditions are met:
• The dishwasher is correctly installed and plumbed in.
• The dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced where it can be seen that this is
necessary.
• The stopcock has been turned o when the appliance is not used for a longer period of time (e.g.
during holidays).
• The waterproof system will work even if the appliance is switched o. However, the appliance must
remain connected to the electricity supply.
A damaged appliance can be dangerous. If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it o at the mains
and call your dealer or the service department.
Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which the manufacturer
cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by an approved service technician.
Faulty components must only be replaced by original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can
the safety of the appliance can be guaranteed.
Always disconnect the dishwasher from the electrical supply for maintenance work (switch o at the
wall socket and remove the plug).
If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced with a special cable, available from the
manufacturer. For safety reasons, this must only be fitted by the service department or an authorised
service technician.
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
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Safety instructions _9
In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other
vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in a clean condition at all
times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the
guarantee.
In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the appliance is only completely isolated from the
electiricity supply when:
• it is switched o at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or
• it is switched o at the mains, or
• the mains fuse is disconnected, or
• the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable).
Do not make any alterations to the appliance, unless authorised to do so by the manufacturer.
Never open the casing/housing of the appliance.
Tempering with electrical connections or components and mechanical parts is highly dangerous and
can cause operational faults or electric shock.
While the appliance is under guarantee, repairs should only be undertaken by a service technician
authorised by the manufacturer. Otherwise the guarantee will be invalidated.
When installing the product, make sure there is space at the top, left, right and back of the product to
ensure proper ventilation.
If there is insucient space between the product and the sink, it may damage the sink or allow mold to
grow.
Make sure that your dishwasher’s hardness level setting is correct as your area.
(Refer to the “Water softener mode (Water hardness level setting)” section on page 19.)
For information on Samsung’s environmental commitments and product specific regulatory obligations e.g.
REACH visit: samsung.com/uk/aboutsamsung/samsungelectronics/corporatecitizenship/data_corner.html
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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10_ Contents
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES
11
11 Dishwasher features
14 Control panel
17 Displays
USING THE DETERGENT AND WATER
SOFTENER
19
19 Water softener mode
(Water hardness level setting)
20 Loading the salt into the softener
21 Using detergent
22 Using rinse aid
23 How to use the Multi tap option
LOADING THE DISHWASHER RACKS
24
24 Loading the upper basket
26 Loading the lower basket
26 Folding spikes of lower basket
27 Cutlery(silverware) tray
29 For washing in the dishwasher the following
cutlery/dishes
WASHING PROGRAMMES
30
30 Turning on the appliance
30 Change the programme
31 At the end of the wash cycle
31 Wash cycle table
CLEANING AND CARE
33
33 Cleaning the filters
34 Cleaning the spray arms
34 Cleaning the door
34 Caring for the dishwasher
34 Protect against freezing
35 How to maintain your dishwasher
SETTING UP YOUR DISHWASHER
36
36 Water supply and drain
38 Connection of drain hoses
38 Position the appliance
38 Start of dishwasher
INSTALLING YOUR DISHWASHER
39
39 Built under, Semi built in, Fully built in
Dishwasher
TROUBLESHOOTING
45
45 Before calling for service
48 Error codes
APPENDIX
49
49 Specifications
50 Product dimension
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Part and features _11
01 PART AND FEATURES
Parts and features
DISHWASHER FEATURES
Front & Rear view (D159STS/D159W/DW60M6050**)
1
2
4
10
4
7
8
8
11
9
9
3
5
5
6
13rd Rack
2Upper Basket
3Lower Basket
4Duct Nozzle
5Salt Container
6Dispenser
7Cup Shelf
8Spray arms
9Filter assembly
10 Inlet hose
11 Drain hose
Accessory parts - User manual, Salt funnel, cutlery basket.
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12_ Part and features
Parts and features
Front & Rear view (DW60M6051**)
1
2
4
10
4
7
8
8
11
9
9
3
5
5
6
13rd Rack
2Upper Basket
3Lower Basket
4Duct Nozzle
5Salt Container
6Dispenser
7Cup Shelf
8Spray arms
9Filter assembly
10 Inlet hose
11 Drain hose
Accessory parts - User manual, Salt funnel, cutlery basket.
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Part and features _13
01 PART AND FEATURES
Front & Rear view (D157STS/D157W/DW60M6040**)
910
1
3
6
7
8
2
4
5
3
7
84
1Upper Basket
2Lower Basket
3Duct Nozzle
4Salt Container
5Dispenser
6Cup Shelf
7Spray arms
8Filter assembly
9Drain hose
10 Inlet hose
Accessory parts - User manual, Salt funnel, cutlery basket.
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14_ Part and features
CONTROL PANEL
D159STS/D159W/DW60M6050U*/DW60M6050S*
DW60M6051F*/DW60M6051U*/DW60M6051S*
D157STS/D157W/DW60M6040U*/DW60M6040S*
D159
DW60M6050
DW60M6051
D157
DW60M6040
4
3
4
2
2
1
9
9
7
7
8
6
6
1
5
1 POWER Press this button to turn on your dishwasher: the screen lights up.
2Program To select washing program press this button.
3 Half load
For small amount of loading items, use either the upper or lower basket
only to save energy.
Press the Half load button to select the upper or lower basket.
4 Control lock
This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel so children
cannot accidentally start the dishwasher by pressing the buttons on the
panel.
To lock and unlock the buttons on the control panel, hold down both the
Control lock buttons for three (3) seconds.
5 Display window Running indicator, delay time, error codes and etc.
6START
To start a cycle, press the START button before closing the door.
*Reset : To cancel a currently running cycle and drain the dishwasher,
press and hold the START button for three (3) seconds.
Oncethedishwasheris reset,selectacycleandoption,andthenpressSTART
to restart the dishwasher.
7 Delay start
Press this button to set the delayed hours for washing. You can delay the
start of washing up to 24 hours. One press on this button delays the start
of washing by one hours.
8 Hygiene
Push the Hygiene button for the best possible hygiene in your
dishwasher. At the final rinse it heat up to 67 °C and hold this temperature
for a several minutes. This function is available with all program except
Quick Wash and Pre Wash.
9 Multi tab
To select Multi tap option which needs salt and rinse aid but a Multi tab
tablet. This option can be selected on Intensive, Auto or ECO program
only.
Parts and features
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Part and features _15
01 PART AND FEATURES
• When the door is open only the POWER button will operate.
• You can select options (Multi tap, Delay start and/or Half load) before starting a cycle.
IMPORTANT: To get the best performance from your dishwasher, read all the operating instructions
before using it for the first time.
DW60M6050BB
3 4 5 10 116 8 971 2
DW60M6040BB
1 POWER Press this button to turn on your dishwasher : the screen lights up.
2 Cycle To select washing program press this button.
3 Upper
When you select Upper, only the upper rack nozzle is activated.
The lower nozzle will not operate.
Use this feature to wash a small load of dishes or glasses placed in the
upper rack.
When you select Upper, place dishes, glasses, etc. in the upper
rack only. The dishwasher will not wash items placed in the lower
rack.
Selecting Upper reduces both the cycle time and the amount of electricity
consumed.
4Lower
When you select Lower, only the lower rack nozzle is activated. The
upper nozzle will not operate.
Use this feature to wash a small load of dishes or glasses placed in the
lower rack.
When you select Lower, place items, glasses, etc. in the lower rack
only. The dishwasher will not wash items placed in the upper rack.
Selecting Lower reduces both the cycle time and the amount of electricity
consumed.
5Hygiene
Push the Hygiene button for the best possible hygiene in your
dishwasher. At the final rinse it heat up to 67 °C and hold this temperature
for a several minutes. This function is available with all program
except Quick Wash and Pre Wash.
6 Multi tab
To select Multi tap option which needs salt and rinse aid but a
Multi tap tablet. This option can be used with all program except Auto,
Quick Wash and Pre Wash.
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16_ Part and features
7 Control lock
This option allows you to lock the buttons on the control panel so children
cannot accidentally start the dishwasher by pressing the buttons on the
panel.
To lock and unlock the buttons on the control panel, hold down both the
Control lock buttons for three (3) seconds.
8 Indicator
If Rinse Refill or Salt Refill indicator is lit, it means rinse or salt is needed
to refill.
Delay start Indicator
• If the “Delay start” indicator is lit, it means, you select
“Delay start” option.
Rinse Refill Indicator
• If the “Rinse Refill” indicator is lit, it means the dishwasher is low
on dishwasher rinse aid and requires a refill.
Salt Refill Indicator
• If the “Salt Refill” indicator is lit, it means the dishwasher is low
on dishwasher salt and needs to be refilled.
9 Display Display the remaining time, error code, or delay time.
10 Delay start
Press this button to set the delayed hours for washing. You can delay the
start of washing up to 24 hours. One press on this button delays the start
of washing by one hours.
11 START
To start a cycle, press the START button before closing the door.
*Reset : To cancel a currently running cycle and drain the dishwasher,
press and hold the START button for three (3) seconds.
Oncethe dishwasheris reset,selectacycleandoption,andthenpressSTART
to restart the dishwasher.
You can select options (Multi tab, Half load, Delay, Hygiene) before starting a cycle.
To prevent the touchpad from losing response sensitivity, follow these instructions:
• Touch the center of each keypad using one finger. Do not push.
• Clean the touch control’s surface regularly with a soft, damp cloth.
• Be careful not to touch more than one touch key pad at a time, except as directed.
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Parts and features
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Part and features _17
01 PART AND FEATURES
DISPLAYS
D159STS/D159W/DW60M6050U*/DW60M6050S*
DW60M6051F*/DW60M6051U*/DW60M6051S*
D157STS/D157W/DW60M6040U*/DW60M6040S*
2 23 31
D159/DW60M6050/DW60M6051 D157/DW60M6040
1 Program icons Press the Program button to select each program.
Intensive Heavily soiled items include pots and pans
Auto wash Lightly to heavily soiled daily using items, automatic detection of the
amount of soils.
ECO Normally soiled daily using items, with reduced energy and water
consumptions.
Express Normal daily used items, with short cycle time.
Quick wash Lightly soiled with very short cycle time.
(D159/DW60M6050/DW60M6051)
Delicate Lightly soiled delicate items.
Pre wash Cold water rinse for removing dirt before running another program.
2 Display Display the remaining time, error code, or delay time.
3 Refill indicators If Rinse or Salt Refill indicator is lit, it means rinse or salt is needed to
refill.
Rinse refill indicator
If Rinse or Salt Refill indicator is lit, it means rinse or salt needs to be
refilled. To refill the rinse reservior, refer to the “When to refill the rinse
aid dispenser” section on page 22.
Salt refill indicator
If the “Salt Refill” indicator is lit, it means the dishwasher is low on
dishwasher salt and needs to be refilled.
To refill the salt reservior, refer to the “Loading the salt into the
softener” section on page 20.
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18_ Part and features
DW60M6050BB/DW60M6040BB
321
DW60M6050
DW60M6040
1 Program icons Press the Program button to select each program.
Auto wash Lightly to heavily soiled daily using items, automatic detection of the
amount of soils.
ECO Normally soiled daily using items, with reduced energy and water
consumptions.
Intensive Heavily soiled items include pots and pans
Quick wash Lightly soiled with very short cycle time. (DW60M6050/DW60M6051)
Delicate Lightly soiled delicate items.
Express Normal daily used items, with short cycle time.
Pre wash Cold water rinse for removing dirt before running another program.
2 Refill indicators If Rinse or Salt Refill indicator is lit, it means rinse or salt is needed to
refill.
Salt refill indicator
If the “Salt Refill” indicator is lit, it means the dishwasher is low on
dishwasher salt and needs to be refilled.
To refill the salt reservior, refer to the “Loading the salt into the
softener” section on page 20.
Rinse refill indicator
If Rinse or Salt Refill indicator is lit, it means rinse or salt needs to be
refilled. To refill the rinse reservior, refer to the “Filling the rinse aid
reservoir” section on page 22.
Delay start indicator If the “Delay start” indicator is lit, it means, you select “Delay start”
option.
3 Display Display the remaining time, error code, or delay time.
Parts and features
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USING THE DETERGENT AND WATER SOFTENER
Using the detergent and water
softener
WATER SOFTENER MODE (WATER HARDNESS LEVEL SETTING)
The dishwasher is designed to allow for adjusting the amount of salt consumed based on the hardness of
the water used. This is intended to optimise the level of salt consumption. To set the salt consumption,
proceed as below:
1. Switch on the appliance;
2. Press the Pre Wash button for more than 5 seconds to start the water softener set model within 60
seconds after the appliance was switched on;
• Press the Pre Wash button to select the proper set according to your local environment, the sets
will change in the following sequence: H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6; It is recommended that
adjustments should be made in accordance with the following table.
* The manufactory setting: H3 (EN 50242)
3. Wait for 5 seconds to end the set up model.
WATER HARDNESS Selector Position Salt consumption
(gram/cycle)
º dH º fH º Clark mmol/l
0-5 0-9 0-6 0-0.94 H1 0
6-11 10-20 7-14 1.0-2.0 H2 9
12-17 21-30 15-21 2.1-3.0 H3 12
18-22 31-40 22-28 3.1-4.0 H4 20
23-34 41-60 29-42 4.1-6.0 H5 30
35-55 61-98 43-69 6.1-9.8 H6 60
1 dH (German degree) = 0.178 mmol/l
1 Clark (British degree) = 0.143 mmol/l
1 fH (French degree) = 0.1 mmol/l
Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply.
WATER SOFTENER
The hardness of the water varies from place to place. If hard water is used in the dishwasher, deposits
may form on dishes and utensils. The appliance is equipped with a special softener that uses a salt
specifically designed to eliminate lime and minerals from the water.
[Deposits on utensils]
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20_ Using the detergent and water softener
LOADING THE SALT INTO THE SOFTENER
Always use salt intended for use with dishwasher.
The salt container is located beneath the lower rack and should be filled as follows:
ATTENTION
• 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. In case of
damages caused by the use of unsuitable salt the manufacturer does not give any warranty nor is
liable for any caused damages.
• Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programs. This will prevent any
grains of salt or salty water, which may have been split, remaining of the bottom of the machine for
any period of time, which may cause corrosion.
• After the first wash cycle the control panel light expires.
1. Remove the lower basket and then unscrew and remove the cap from
the salt container.
Open
Open
2. If you are filling the container for the first time, fill 2/3 of its volume with water (around 1 liter).
3. Place the end of the funnel (supplied) into the hole and introduce about
1.5 kg of salt. It is normal for a small amount of water to come out of
the salt container.
4. Carefully screw the cap back on.
5. Usually, the salt warning light will be o after the salt container is filled with salt.
• The salt container must be refilled when the salt warning light on the control panel comes on.
Although the salt container is filled enough, the indicator light may not switch o until the salt fully
dissolves.
If there is no salt warning light on the control panel, you can judge when to load the salt into the
softener by the cycles that the dishwasher has run.
• If a lot of salt is spilt inside the dishwasher, run a pre wash program to reduce the spillage.
Using the detergent and water
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