Sharp QW-NI54I44DX-EN User manual

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QW-NI54I44DX-ENDishwasher
Home Appliances
User Manual
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Icon Type Meaning
WARNING Serious injury or death risk
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Dangerous voltage risk
FIRE
CAUTION Injury or property damage risk
IMPORTANT / NOTE Operating the system correctly
Thank you for choosing this product.
This User Manual contains important information on safety and instructions intended to
assist you in the operation and maintenance of your appliance.
Please take the time to read this User Manual before using your appliance and keep this
book for future reference.

CONTENTS
1.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................ 1
1.1. General Safety Warnings ..............................................................................................1
1.2. Installation Warnings .....................................................................................................2
1.3. During Use.....................................................................................................................3
2.INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................. 6
2.1. Machine Positioning .....................................................................................................6
2.2. Water Connection ..........................................................................................................6
2.3. Water Inlet Hose ............................................................................................................6
2.4. Electrical Connection ....................................................................................................7
2.5. Fitting the Machine Undercounter .................................................................................7
3.TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................... 8
3.1. General Appearance......................................................................................................8
3.2. Technical Specifications ................................................................................................8
4.BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE ................................................................................. 9
4.1. Preparing your Dishwasher for first use .......................................................................9
4.2. Salt usage......................................................................................................................9
4.4. Test Strip ...................................................................................................................10
4.5. Water Hardness Table .................................................................................................10
4.6. Water Softener System ...............................................................................................10
4.7. Setting ...................................................................................................................10
4.8. Detergent Use .............................................................................................................10
4.9. Filling with Detergent ....................................................................................................11
4.10. Using Combined Detergents ..................................................................................... 11
4.11. Rinse-Aid Use ............................................................................................................ 11
4.12. Filling the Rinse-aid and Setting ................................................................................ 11
5.LOADING YOUR DISHWASHER ....................................................................................13
5.1. Recommendations....................................................................................................... 14
5.2. Alternative Basket Loads .............................................................................................17
6.PROGRAM TABLE ......................................................................................................... 18
7.THE CONTROL PANEL .................................................................................................. 20
7.1. Changing a Program ..................................................................................................21
7.2. Cancelling a Program ..................................................................................................21
7.3. Switching the Machine Off ...........................................................................................21
4.3. Fill the salt ....................................................................................................................9

8.CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................................. 23
8.1. Filters ...........................................................................................................................23
8.2. Spray Arms ..................................................................................................................23
9.TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................... 28
8.3. Drain Pump ..................................................................................................................25

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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. General Safety Warnings
• Read these instructions carefully before using your
appliance and keep this manual for future reference.
Please check the packaging of your machine
before installation and the outer surface of the
machine once the packaging has been removed. Do
not operate the machine if it appears damaged or if
the packaging has been opened.
• Packaging materials protect your machine from any
damage that might occur during transportation. The
packaging materials are environmentally friendly
as they are recyclable. Use of recycled material
reduces raw material consumption and decreases
waste production.
This appliance can be used by children aged from
8 years and above, and by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand hazards
involved. Children should not be allowed to play with
the appliance.
Remove packaging and keep it out of reach of
children.
Keep children away from detergents and rinse
aids.
There may be some residue left in the machine
after washing. Keep children away from the machine
when it is open.

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2. Installation Warnings
• Choose a suitable and safe place to install your
machine.
• Only original spare parts should be used with the
machine.
Unplug the machine before installation.
Check that the indoor electrical fuse system is
connected in line with safety regulations.
All electrical connections must match the values
on the plate.
Ensure the machine does not stand on the
electrical supply cable.
Never use an extension cord or a multiple socket
connection.
The plug should be accessible after the machine is
installed.
• After installation, run your machine unloaded for the
first time.
The machine must not be plugged in during
positioning.
Always use the coated plug supplied with your
machine.
If the electrical cable is damaged, it should only
be replaced by a qualified electrician.
• Connect the hose directly to the water inlet tap. The
pressure supplied by the tap should be a minimum
of 0.03 MPa and a maximum of 1 MPa. If the

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pressure exceeds 1 MPa, a pressure relief valve
must be fitted between the connection.
3. During Usage
• This machine is for domestic use only; do not use
• it for other purposes. Commercial use will void the
guarantee.
Do not stand, sit or place loads on the open door of
the dishwasher.
Only use detergents and rinse aids produced
specifically for dishwashers. Our company is not
responsible for any damage that may occur due to
misuse.
Do not drink water from the machine.
Due to the danger of explosion, do not place any
chemical dissolving agents into the machine’s washing
section.
• Check the heat-resistance of plastic items before
washing them in the machine.
Only put items in the machine which are suitable for
dishwashing, and take care not to overfill the baskets.
Do not open the door while the machine is in
operation, hot water may spill out. Safety devices
ensure the machine stops if the door is opened.
The machine door should not be left open. It may
cause accidents.
Place knives and other sharp objects in the cutlery
basket in a blade-down position.
For models with the automatic door-opening
system, when the EnergySave option is active, the
door will open at the end of a program. To prevent
damage to your dishwasher, do not attempt to close

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• Some machine components and packaging consist of recyclable materials.
• Plastics are marked with the international abbreviations:(>PE<, >PP<, etc. )
• The cardboard parts consist of recycled paper. They can be put into waste paper
containers for recycling.
• Material unsuitable for domestic waste must be disposed of at recycling centres.
• Contact a relevant recycling centre to obtain information about disposal of different
materials.
PACKAGING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
• Packaging materials protect your machine from damage that may occur during
transportation. The packaging materials are environmentally friendly as they are
recyclable. The use of recycled material reduces raw material consumption and
therefore decreases waste production.
the door for one minute after it has opened. For
effective drying, keep the door open for 30 minutes
after a program has ended. Do not stand in front of
the door after the auto-open signal sounds.
In the case of a malfunction, repair should only
be performed by an authorised service company,
otherwise the warranty will be void.
Before repair work, the machine should be
disconnected from the mains. Do not pull the cable to
unplug the machine. Switch off the water tap.
Operation at a low voltage will cause a decline in
performance levels.
For safety, disconnect the plug once a program has
finished.
To avoid an electric shock, do not unplug the
machine with wet hands.
Pull the plug to disconnect the machine from the
mains, never pull on the cord.
RECYCLING

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CE Declaration of Conformity
We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisions and
Regulations and the requirements listed in the standards referenced.
Disposal of your old machine
The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it shall be handed over to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of
this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where the product was purchased.

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2. INSTALLATION
2.1. Machine positioning
When positioning the machine, place it in
an area where dishes can be easily loaded
and unloaded. Do not put the machine in an
area where the ambient temperature falls
below 0°C.
Read all warnings located on the packaging
before removing the packaging and
positioning the machine.
Place the machine close to a water tap
and drain. Take into consideration that the
connections will not be altered once the
machine is in position.
Do not hold the machine by its door or
panel.
Leave an adequate distance around the
machine to allow ease of movement when
cleaning.
Ensure the water inlet and outlet
hoses are not squeezed or trapped
and that the machine does not stand
WARNING: Use the new water inlet
hose supplied with your machine, do not
use an old machine’s hose.
WARNING: Run water through the
new hose before connecting.
WARNING: Connect the hose
directly to the water inlet tap. The pressure
supplied by the tap should be a minimum
of 0.03 MPa and a maximum of 1 MPa. If
the pressure exceeds 1 MPa, a pressure
relief valve must be fitted between the
connection.
WARNING: After the connections are
made, turn the tap on fully and check
for water leaks. Always turn off the
water inlet tap after a wash program has
finished.
An Aquastop water spout is available
with some models. Do not damage it
or allow it to become kinked or
twisted.
on the electrical cable while positioning.
Adjust the feet so the machine is level and
balanced. The machine should be placed
on flat ground otherwise it will be unstable
and the door of the machine will not close
properly.
2.2. Water connection
We recommend fitting a filter to your water
inlet supply in order to prevent damage to
your machine due to contamination (sand,
rust, etc.) from indoor plumbing. This will
also help prevent yellowing and deposit
formation after washing.
Note printing on the water inlet hose!
If models are marked with 25°, the water
temperature may be max. 25 °C (cold
water).
For all other models:
Cold water preferred; hot water max.
temperature 60 °C.
2.3. Water inlet hose

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In the absence of earthing
installation, an authorised
electrician should carry out an
earthing installation. In the case of use
without earthing installed, we will not be
responsible for any loss of use that may
occur.
The plug on this appliance may
incorporate 13A fuse depending on
the target country. (For Example UK,
Saudi Arabia)
2.4. Electrical connection
WARNING: Your machine is set to
operate at 220-240 V. If the mains voltage
supply to your machine is 110 V, connect a
transformer of 110/220 V and 3000 W
between the electrical connection.
Connect the product to a
grounded outlet protected by a fuse
complying with the values in the
"Technical Specifications" table".
The earthed plug of the
machine must be connected
to an earthed outlet supplied by
suitable voltage and current.

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3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3.2. Technical specifications
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3.1. General appearance
1. Upper basket with racks
2. Upper spray arm
3. Lower basket
4. Lower spray arm
5. Filters
6. Rating plate
7. Control panel
8. Detergent and rinse-aid dispenser
9. Salt dispenser
10. Upper basket track latch
11. Upper Cutlery Basket
12. Turbo Drying Unit: This system provides
better drying performance.
Capacity 15 place
settings
Dimensions
Height
Width
Depth
820-
870(mm)
598(mm)
570(mm
Net weight 39 kg
Operating
voltage /
frequency
220-220-
50 (Hz)
Total current 10(A)
Total power 1900(W)
Water supply
pressure
Maximum:
1 (Mpa)
Minimum:
0.03 (Mpa)

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4. BEFORE USING
THE APPLIANCE
4.1. Preparing your
dishwasher for first use
• Make sure the electricity and supply
water specifications match the values
indicated in the installation instructions
for the machine.
• Remove all packaging material inside
the machine.
• Set the water softener level.
• Fill the rinse aid compartment.
4.2 Salt Usage
For a good washing function, the
dishwasher needs soft, i.e. less
calcareous water. Otherwise, white lime
residues will remain on the dishes and the
interior equipment. This will negatively
affect your machine’s washing, drying and
shining performance. When water flows
through the softener system, the ions
forming the hardness are removed from
the water and the water reaches the
softness required to obtain the best
washing result. Depending on the level of
hardness of the inflowing water, these ions
that harden the water accumulate rapidly
inside the softener system. Therefore, the
softener system has to be refreshed so
that it operates with the same performance
also during the next wash. For this
purpose, dishwasher salt is used.
Your machine should only use special
dishwasher salt to soften the water.
Do not use any small grained or powdered
type of salts which are easily soluble.
Using any other type of salt can damage
your machine.
4.3 Fill the salt
To add softener salt, open the salt
compartment cap by turning it counter
clockwise. (1) (2) At first use, fill the
compartment with 1 kg salt and water (3)
until it is almost overflowing. If available,
using a funnel (4) will make filling easier.
Replace the cap and close it. After every
20-30 Cycles add salt into your machine
until it fills up (approx. 1 kg.
3 4
1 2
SALT
Only add water to the salt compartment
on first use.
Use softener salt specifically produced for
use in dishwashers.
When you start your dishwasher, the salt
compartment is filled with water, therefore
put the softener salt in prior to starting your
machine.
If the softener salt has overflowed and you
do not start the machine immediately, run
a short washing program to protect your
machine against corrosion.

4.8. Detergent Use
Only use detergents specifically designed for domestic dishwashers. Keep your detergents
in cool, dry places out of reach of children.
Add the proper detergent for the selected program to ensure the best performance. The
amount of detergent needed depends on the cycle, load size, and soil level of dishes.
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4.4. Test Strip
Run water
through the
tap (1min.)
Keep the
strip in the
water (1sec)
Shake the
strip.
Wait
(1min.)
Set the hardness level of
your machine.
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2
3
4
5
6
NOTE: The level is set to 3 as default. If the water is well water or has a hardness level
above 90 dF, we recommend that you use filter and refinement devices.
4.5. Water Hardness Table
4.6. Water Softener System
The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener which reduces the hardness in the
mains water supply. To find out the hardness level of your tap water, contact your water
company or use a test strip (if available).
4.7. Setting
In order to change the salt level, follow the below steps:
• Touch the program button and hold it down.
• Turn on the machine.
• Hold down the program button until “SL” disappears.
• The machine will display the last setting.
• Set the level by touching the program button.
• Turn off the machine to save the setting.
Level German dH French
dF
British
dE Indicator
1 0-5 0-9 0-6 L1 is shown on the display.
2 6-11 10-20 7-14 L2 is shown on the display.
3 12-17 21-30 15-21 L3 is shown on the display.
4 18-22 31-40 22-28 L4 is shown on the display.
5 23-31 41-55 29-39 L5 is shown on the display.
6 32-50 56-90 40-63 L6 is shown on the display.

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Do not overfill the detergent compartment.
Otherwise you can see whitish streaks or
bluish layers on glass and dishes which
may cause glass corrosion. Continued
over-use of detergent may cause machine
damage.
Using too little detergent can result in poor
cleaning and you may see whitish hard
water.
See the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions for further information.
4.9. Filling with Detergent
Push the latch to open the dispenser and
pour in the detergent.
Close the lid and press it until it locks in
place. The dispenser should be refilled just
before the start of each program. If the
dishes are heavily soiled, place additional
detergent in the pre-wash detergent
chamber.
DETERGENT
4.10. Using Combined Detergents
These products should be used according
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Never put combined detergents into the
interior section or the cutlery basket.
Combined detergents contain not only
the detergent but also rinse-aid, salt
replacement substances and additional
components depending on the combination.
We recommend you do not use combined
detergents in short program.
Please use powder detergents in such
program.
If you encounter problems when using
combined detergents, please contact the
detergent manufacturer.
When you stop using combined detergents,
make sure that water hardness and rinse
aid settings are set to the correct level.
4.11. Rinse-Aid Use
Rinse aid helps to dry the dishes without
streaks and stains. Rinse-aid is required for
stain-free utensils and clear glasses. The
rinse aid is automatically released during
the hot rinse phase. If an in-sufficient
amount of rinse aid is used, whitish stains
may be left on the dishes and drying and
washing performance will be impaired.
If too much rinse aid is used you may see
bluish layers on glass and dishes.
4.12. Filling the Rinse-aid and Setting
To fill the rinse aid compartment, open
the rinse-aid compartment cap. Fill the
compartment with rinse aid to the MAX
level and then close the cap. Be careful not
to overfill the rinse aid compartment and
wipe up any spills.
In order to change the rinse aid level,
follow the below steps before turning on
the machine:
The factory setting is “4”.
If the dishes are not drying properly or are
spotted, increase the level. If blue stains
form on your dishes, decrease the level.
• Touch the program button and hold it
down.
• Turn on the machine.
• Hold down the program button until “rA”
disappears. Rinse aid setting follows
water hardness setting.
• The machine will display the last setting.
• Change the level by touching the
program button.
• Turn off the machine to save the setting

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Level Brightener Dose Indicator
1 Rinse-aid not
dispensed
r1 is shown on the
display
2 1 dose is
dispensed
r2 is shown on the
display
3 2 doses are
dispensed
r3 is shown on the
display.
4 3 doses are
dispensed
r4 is shown on the
display.
5 4 doses are
dispensed
r5 is shown on the
display.

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WARNING: To avoid any possible
injuries, place long-handle and sharp-
pointed knives with their sharp points facing
down or horizontally on the baskets.
5. LOADING YOUR
DISHWASHER
For best results, follow these loading
guidelines.
Loading the household dishwasher up to
the capacity indicated by the manufacturer
will contribute to energy and water savings.
Manual pre-rinsing of tableware items leads
to increased water and energy
consumption and is not recommended
You can place cups, glasses, stemware,
small plates, bowls, etc. in upper basket.
Do not lean long glasses against one
another or they cannot remain steady and
may be damaged.
When placing long stem glasses and
goblets, lean them against the basket edge
or rack and not against other items.
Place all containers such as cups, glasses
and pots into the dishwasher with the
opening facing downwards otherwise water
can collect on items.
If there is a cutlery basket in your machine,
you are recommended to use the cutlery
grid in order to obtain the best result. Place
all large (pots, pans, lids, plates, bowls
etc.) and very dirty items in the lower rack.
Dishes and cutlery should not be placed
above each other.
WARNING: Take care not to obstruct
the rotation of spray arms.
WARNING: Make sure after loading
the dishes do not prevent opening of the
detergent dispenser.
5.1. Recommendations
Remove any coarse residue on dishes
before placing the dishes in the machine.
Start the machine with a full load.
Do not overload the drawers or place
dishes in the wrong basket.

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Foldable racks
Foldable racks on the upper basket are
designed in order to let you place big items
easier such as pots, pans, etc. If requested,
each part can be folded separately, or all of
them can be folded and larger spaces can
be obtained. You can use foldable racks by
raising them upwards,or by folding down.
Height adjustment
The upper basket includes a mechanism
which enables the height of the basket to be
adjusted up (1) or down (2) without having
to remove the basket. Hold the basket on
both sides and pull it up or push it down,
ensuring both sides of the upper basket are
in the same position.
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Four Folding Racks
The folding racks are designed so that large
items, such as pots and pans, can be easily
placed in the dishwasher. Each section can
be folded separately. The racks can be
folded down or raised up, as shown in the
images below.
a
b
c
d
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Upper Cutlery Basket
The upper cutlery basket is designed for the
placement of large and small cutlery and
utensils.
The basket is easily removed from the
dishwasher, therefore allows ease of use
when removing your items, along with the
basket, after washing.
The upper cutlery basket is composed of
two pieces that can be separately removed.
Remove the left or right section of the
cutlery basket in order to obtain more space
for items in the upper basket.
WARNING: Knives and other sharp objects
must be placed horizontally in the cutlery
basket.
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