Smeg Dishwasher LSPX1253 User manual

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Contents
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1. Safety and operating instructions _________________________ 2
2. Installation and hook-up_________________________________ 5
3. Description of the controls _______________________________ 9
4. Operating instructions __________________________________ 16
5. Cleaning and maintenance ______________________________ 27
6. Troubleshooting _______________________________________ 31
Thank you for choosing one of our products.
You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the
information you need about the right conditions for the proper, safe use
of your dishwasher.
The individual sections are laid out to provide you with a step-by-step
guide to all your appliance's functions; the texts are easy to understand
and are complete with detailed illustrations.
Recommendations are given for the correct use of the baskets, spray
arms, containers, filters, washing programs, and for operating the
controls.
Following the cleaning instructions provided here will keep your
dishwasher's performance at peak levels in the long term.
This user-friendly manual will provide answers to all your questions
about use of the dishwasher.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: these are intended for the qualified
technician who must carry out the installation, hook-up and testing of
the appliance.
USER INSTRUCTIONS: these consist of recommendations for using the
appliance, a description of its controls and of the correct cleaning and
maintenance procedures.

Safety instructions
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1. Safety and operating instructions
THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE: IT MUST
ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER. BEFORE
USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THIS APPLIANCE IS
INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC USE, AND COMPLIES WITH THE EEC
DIRECTIVES 72/23, 89/336 (INCLUDING 92/31) CURRENTLY IN FORCE,
INCLUDING THE PREVENTION AND ELIMINATION OF RADIO FREQUENCY
INTERFERENCE.
THE APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE: WASHING
AND DRYING OF DISHES; ANY OTHER USE SHALL BE CONSIDERED
IMPROPER. THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR
USES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED ABOVE.
THE NAME PLATE FEATURING THE TECHNICAL DATA, SERIAL NUMBER
AND MARKINGS IS VISIBLY POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE
DOOR. THE NAME PLATE ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR MUST
NEVER BE REMOVED.
DO NOT LEAVE THE DISCARDED PACKAGING MATERIALS UNSUPERVISED
WITHIN THE HOME. SEPARATE THE VARIOUS MATERIALS WHICH MAKE
UP THE PACKAGING AND TAKE THEM TO THE NEAREST SORTED WASTE
COLLECTION CENTRE.
THE APPLIANCE MUST BE PROVIDED WITH AN EARTH CONNECTION IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO
PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE TO EARTH THE
APPLIANCE OR FROM A DEFECTIVE EARTH CONNECTION.
IF THE APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED ON A CARPETED OR COVERED FLOOR,
ENSURE THAT THE OPENINGS ON ITS UNDERSIDE ARE NOT
OBSTRUCTED.
ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE DISHWASHER AFTER EACH USE TO AVOID
WASTING ELECTRICITY.

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OBSOLETE APPLIANCES MUST BE RENDERED UNUSABLE. CUT OFF THE
MAINS POWER CORD AFTER UNPLUGGING IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET,
AND MAKE SAFE ANY COMPONENTS WHICH MIGHT BE DANGEROUS FOR
CHILDREN (LOCKS, DOORS, ETC.).
THIS APPLIANCE IS MARKED ACCORDING TO THE EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE
2002/96/EC ON WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
(WEEE).
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.
THE SYMBOL ON THE PRODUCT, OR ON THE DOCUMENTS
ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT, INDICATES THAT THIS APPLIANCE 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.
DISPOSAL MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL
ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS FOR WASTE DISPOSAL. FOR MORE
DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT TREATMENT, RECOVERY AND
RECYCLING OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CITY
OFFICE, YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICE OR THE SHOP
WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT.
IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT, DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER FROM THE
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND SHUT OFF THE WATER TAP.
DO NOT USE APPLIANCES WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING
TRANSIT! IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR DEALER.
THE APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR BY A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.
THE APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR USE BY ADULTS. DO NOT ALLOW
CHILDREN TO COME NEAR OR PLAY WITH THE DISHWASHER. KEEP
CHILDREN AWAY FROM DETERGENTS AND FROM THE OPEN
DISHWASHER DOOR. THE PACKAGING MATERIALS (PLASTIC BAGS,
POLYSTYRENE, METAL BARS, ETC.) MUST NOT BE LEFT WITHIN THE
REACH OF CHILDREN.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE OPEN DISHWASHER. THE APPLIANCE
MAY CONTAIN RESIDUES OF DETERGENT WHICH CAN CAUSE
IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE EYES, MOUTH, AND THROAT, AS WELL
AS POSSIBLE DEATH BY SUFFOCATION.
DO NOT INTRODUCE SOLVENTS SUCH AS ALCOHOL OR TURPENTINE
WHICH MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.
DO NOT LOAD DISHES THAT ARE SOILED WITH ASH, WAX OR PAINTS.

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LEANING OR SITTING ON THE DISHWASHER DOOR WHEN OPEN MAY
CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERTURN, PUTING PEOPLE AT RISK.
NEVER LEAVE THE DISHWASHER DOOR OPEN; PEOPLE MIGHT TRIP
OVER IT.
DO NOT DRINK THE WATER RESIDUES WHICH MAY BE PRESENT INSIDE
THE DISHES OR DISHWASHER AT THE END OF THE WASHING PROGRAM
AND BEFORE THE DRYING CYCLE.
KNIVES OR OTHER SHARP-ENDED COOKING UTENSILS MUST BE PLACED
IN THE CUTLERY BASKET BLADE-DOWN, OR LAID HORIZONTAL IN THE
TOP BASKET. TAKE CARE NOT TO CUT YOURSELF AND ENSURE THAT
THEY DO NOT PROJECT FROM THE BASKET.
AQUASTOP MODELS
THE AQUASTOP DEVICE PREVENTS FLOODING IN THE EVENT OF A
WATER LEAK. WHEN THE AQUASTOP DEVICE IS TRIPPED, CALL IN A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN TO IDENTIFY AND REPAIR THE FAULT.
IN MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE AQUSTOP DEVICE, THERE IS A
SOLENOID VALVE INSIDE THE WATER INTAKE HOSE. DO NOT CUT THE
HOSE AND DO NOT ALLOW THE SOLENOID VALVE TO DROP INTO
WATER. IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE WATER INTAKE HOSE,
DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY
AND FROM THE WATER SUPPLY.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER, PERFORM A QUICK
TEST OF THE APPLIANCE FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. IF
THE DISHWASHER FAILS TO OPERATE CORRECTLY, DISCONNECT IT
FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND CALL THE NEAREST
TECHNICAL SERVICE CENTRE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE
APPLIANCE.
THE DISHWASHER MEETS ALL THE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT BY THE
REGULATIONS IN FORCE CONCERNING SAFETY AND ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT. ANY TECHNICAL CHECKS SHOULD BE CONDUCTED
EXCLUSIVELY BY A TRAINED AND AUTHORISED TECHNICIAN: REPAIRS
CARRIED OUT BY UNAUTHORISED PERSONS WILL INVALIDATE THE
WARRANTY, AS WELL AS POSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE USER.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property
resulting from failure to observe the above precautions, from tampering with
even a single component of the appliance, or from the use of non original
spare parts.

Installation instructions
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2. Installation and hook-up
Remove the polystyrene basket retainers.
Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or
sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other
furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source, fit the
special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the
appliance. To ensure stability, install integrated or built-under
dishwashers only under continuous worktops, and screw them to the
adjacent units. To facilitate the installation procedure, the intake and
drain hoses can be positioned in any direction; make sure that the hoses
are not kinked, crushed or pulled too tightly. Make sure to tighten the
locking ring-nut once the pipes have been placed in the direction
required. A hole at least 8 cm in diameter is required to allow the power
supply cable and pipes to pass.
Level the appliance on the floor using its adjustable feet. This operation
is essential for ensuring correct operation of the dishwasher.
Building-in a dishwasher underneath a ceramic hob is absolutely
forbidden.
A dishwasher can be built-in underneath a conventional hob provided
there is no break in the kitchen worktop, and the dishwasher and hob
are installed and secured correctly, so that no hazards are
generated.
For free-standing models only
-Installing a hob on top of a free-standing dishwasher is absolutely
forbidden.
-If the appliance is not built-in and is therefore accessible on one side,
the door hinge area must be covered for safety reasons (injury
hazard). The covering fixtures are available as an accessory from
specialist dealers or the After-Sales Service.
-To build in the dishwasher, the special kit must be purchased from
authorised dealers or the After-Sales Service.
Some models are equipped with only one adjustable foot at the rear,
which can be adjusted by turning the screw on the lower front part of the
appliance.

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2.1 Water supply connection
Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or
has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply
check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to
the appliance. The dishwasher must always be connected to the water
system with new hoses; old or used hoses must never be reused.
CONNECTING TO THE WATER SUPPLY
Connect the intake hose to a cold water supply with ¾”
gas thread, inserting the filter Asupplied with the
dishwasher. Take care to screw the hose firmly into
place with your hands and then complete by
tightening about ¼ of a turn with pliers.
In dishwashers equipped with the ACQUASTOP
device, the filters is already fitted inside the threaded
ring.
The dishwasher can also be connected to a hot water supply not
exceeding 60°C. Supplying the appliance with hot water cuts down the
washing time by approximately 20 minutes, but slightly reduces its
effectiveness. Make the connection to the domestic hot water supply using
the same procedure described for connecting to the cold water supply.
DRAIN CONNECTION
Insert the dishwasher’s drain hose
into a drain pipe having a diameter
of at least 4 cm, or alternatively,
place it inside the kitchen sink
using the plastic support provided,
taking care not to crush or
excessively bend the hose. It is
important to prevent the hose from
coming loose and falling. For this
purpose, the plastic support is
equipped with a hole for tying it to
the wall or water tap.
The free end should be positioned at a height of between 30 and 100
cm,and should never be submerged in water. If a horizontal drain
extension hose is used (for a maximum of 3 m) the drain hose can be
placed at a maximum height of 85 cm from the ground.

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2.2 Electrical connection and precautions
CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MATCH
THE RATINGS ON THE NAME PLATE OF THE APPLIANCE POSITIONED ON
THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR.
THE PLUG ON THE SUPPLY CORD AND THE CORRESPONDING SOCKET
OUTLET MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MEET THE REGULATIONS IN
FORCE.
THE PLUG MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER INSTALLATION.
NEVER DISCONNECT THE PLUG BY PULLING ON THE POWER SUPPLY
LEAD.
IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE SUPPLY CORD, HAVE IT REPLACED
BY THE MANUFACTURER OR AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL SERVICE
CENTRE.
DO NOT USE ADAPTORS OR SHUNT CONNECTIONS IN ORDER TO AVOID
THE POSSIBILITY OF OVERHEATING OR BURNING.
IF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD:
IT IS NECESSARY TO INSTALL IN THE FIXED WIRING AN ALL-POLE
DISCONNECTION DEVICE HAVING A GAP BETWEEN CONTACTS OF AT
LEAST 3.5MM. AFTER INSTALLATION THE DISCONNECTION DEVICE HAS
TO BE EASY TO REACH.
THE CONNECTION TO THE MAINS MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY A
QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN IN ACCORDANCE TO THE SCHEME SHOWN
BELOW AND THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
L= brown
N= blue
= yellow-green
In the event of damage to the supply cord, have it replaced by the
manufacturer or an Authorized Technical Service Centre in order to
avoid any risk.

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WHEN CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE APPLIANCE:
BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY WORK, ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE
FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY OR SWITCH OFF THE ALL-POLE
DISCONNECTION DEVICE.
FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted
with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to
change a fuse in this type of plug use an
A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type
and proceed as follows:
1. Remove the fuse cover Aand fuse B.
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse
cover.
3. Refit both into plug.
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse
cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is
fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the colour
embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store.

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3. Description of the controls
3.1 Front panel
All the dishwasher's controls and indicators are located on the front
panel. Programming and option selection are only possible with the door
closed.
1 ON/OFF BUTTON
2 SELECTION PROGRAM BUTTON
3 PROGRAM PHASE INDICATOR LIGHTS
4 START/PAUSE BUTTON
5 PROGRAM STARTED/STOP INDICATOR LIGHT (*)
6 PROGRAM DELAY BUTTON
7 PROGRAM DELAY LIGHT
8 "3/1" OPTION BUTTON
9 "3/1" OPTION LIGHT
10 ½ LOAD WASH BUTTON (only some models)
11 ½ LOAD WASH LIGHT (only some models)
12 3-FIGURE DISPLAY (remaining time, program delay, alarms)
13 NO SALT WARNING LIGHT
14 NO RINSE AID WARNING LIGHT
15 DOOR HANDLE
(*) flashes while the program is in progress, stops flashing and remains on at
the end of the program, or if the program is interrupted (intentionally or due
to a malfunction).
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SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM
To select the most suitable program for the dishes to be washed refer to
the table below, which indicates the most appropriate program according
to dish type and degree of soiling.
User instructions
DURATION CONSUMPTION
PROGRAM SELECTION TYPE AND GRADE DIRT PROGRESS
PROGRAM
MINUTES
(2)
WATER
LITRES (1)
POWER
KWh (2)
SOAK
PANS AND DISHES
IN WAITING OF
COMPLETING
THE LOAD
Cold prewash 15' 6 0,03
LIGHT
DISHES
NOT VERY DIRTY
Wash at 45°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 68°C
Dry
70' 15 1,15
BIO
(*) Bio
PANS AND DISHES
NOT VERY DIRTY BUT
WITH DRY RESIDUALS
Cold prewash
Wash at 50°C
Rinse at 64°C
Dry
180' 15 1,05
NORMAL
PANS AND DISHES
DIRTY AND WITH
DRY RESIDUALS
Cold prewash
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 68°C
Dry
100' 20 1,40
CLEAN
ULTRA
PANS AND DISHES
VERY DIRTY AND
WITH DRY RESIDUALS
Prewash at 45°C
Wash at 70°C
2 cold rinses
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
115' 24 1,77
Only run the soak program with half loads.
The HALF LOAD option (10) - 3/1 (8) is available for all programs except the soak program.
(*) Reference program as per EN 50242 standard.
(1) Average power consumption with the softener set on level 2.
(2) The cycle duration and power consumption may vary according to the water and room
temperatures, and the type and amount of dishes.
The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open
or not properly closed.
The "ULTRA CLEAN" program terminates with an anti-bacteria rinse that ensures a further
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3.2 Washing programs
The dishwasher is equipped with a control panel and an 3-FIGURE
DISPLAY (12), described in chapter "1. Description of the controls", from
which it is possible to carry out all the power switch-on, switch-off and
programming operations.
Before starting a washing program make sure that:
xThe water supply tap is open.
xThe correct amount of detergent has been added to the
dispenser.
xThe baskets have been correctly loaded.
xThe spray arms are able to rotate freely and without
obstruction.
xThe dishwasher door is securely closed.
PROGRAMMING
In this dishwasher model all the programming operations are possible
only with closed door. With open door, on the 3-FIGURE DISPLAY (12)
will appear the symbols -- and the PILOT LIGHT PROGRAMS (3)
remains out.
SELECTION PROGRAM
Keep pressing the PROGRAM SELECTION button (2) until the indicator
light corresponding (3) to the desired program illuminates.
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CANCELLING THE CURRENT PROGRAM
To annul the current program, press the START/PAUSE button (4) for a
few seconds, until the PROGRAM STARTED light (5) stops flashing.
Now press the START/PAUSE button (4) again until "P0" appears on the
display (about 10 seconds).
CHANGING THE PROGRAM
To modify the program keep the START/PAUSE button (4) pressed for a
few seconds, until the PROGRAM STARTED indicator light (5) stops
flashing, then select the new program following the instructions provided
above; press the START/PAUSE button (4) again and keep it pressed
for a few seconds, until the indicator light (5) starts to flash again.
User instructions
SELECTING HALF LOAD WASH (on some models only)
This function is ideal for small loads and saves water and electricity. It is
controlled by the HALF LOAD (10) button, with two alternatives:
1) press the button once to select washing in the top basket (the
relative light comes on);
2) press the button a second time to select washing in the bottom
basket (the relative light comes on);
3) press the button a third time to return to the normal full load
washing mode (washing in both baskets, both lights off).

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DELAYING THE PROGRAM
(available in all programs except the soak program)
The PROGRAM DELAY button (6) can be pressed to delay the start of
the washing program by up to 12 hours. This means that the dishwasher
can be operated at the time of day of your choice.
Press the PROGRAM DELAY button (6) again; the 3-FIGURE DISPLAY
(12) will show the number of hours of delay with which the appliance will
start.
After setting the delay, start the program: press the START/PAUSE
button (4) for a few seconds, until the PROGRAM STARTED light (5)
starts flashing.
The appliance will prewash the dishes, after which the "program delay"
set previously will come into effect.
To cancel the program delay once the wash has started, proceed as
follows:
xpress the START/PAUSE button (4) for a few seconds, until the
PROGRAM STARTED light (5) stops flashing;
xpress the PROGRAM DELAY button (6) several times until the
program delay returns to zero;
xpress the START/PAUSE button (4) to start the program.
N.B.: It is not possible to select the “delay program” when the program
have already began.
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"3/1" OPTION BUTTON
(available in all programs except the soak program)
By pressing the button (8) you activate the "3/1" option, confirmed when
the relative light comes on. This option has been studied for the use of
dishwashing powder or tablets with integrated substances in place of
regenerating salt or rinse-aid known on the market as “3 in 1” or “triple
action” products; in this case the dishwasher will use the product in an
optimal way avoiding salt and rinse-aid consumption, which could
already be found in the dishwasher.
Note: When selecting the "3/1" button, it is normal that the salt and
rinse-aid lights remain on, if their containers are empty.
TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
xAlways try to run the dishwasher fully loaded.
xDo not wash the dishes in running water.
xUse the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of
load.
xDo not carry out any preliminary rinsing.
xIf available, connect the dishwasher to a hot water supply up to
60°C.
TO CUT DOWN ON DETERGENT CONSUMPTION! … AND PROTECT
THE ENVIRONMENT
The phosphates contained in dishwasher detergents are harmful to the
environment. To avoid using excessive amounts of detergent and to
save on electricity, observe the following:
xseparate the more delicate items from dishes that are more
resistant to aggressive detergents and high temperatures;
xdo not pour the detergent directly on the dishes.
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STARTING THE DISHWASHER
After carrying out all the operations described above correctly, to start
the dishwasher simply press the press the START/PAUSE button (4) for
a few seconds until a beep sounds (the PROGRAM STARTED (5) light
starts to flash). The 3-FIGURE DISPLAY (12) will show the duration of
the program in minutes. The duration time is only approximate, because
it depends on the washing conditions (quantity of dishes, water
temperature, etc.), and is also continually updated as the washing
program progresses.
The 3-FIGURE DISPLAY (12) shows the estimated duration of the
washing program.
If it is necessary to open dishwasher door during the washing cycle,
there will be a 1-minute delay before the program can be resumed.
After correctly closing the door, press the START/PAUSE (4) button
again. This operation may negatively affective the progress of the
washing cycle.
END PROGRAM
The end of the program is indicated by a short signal acoustic and from
the “End” visual notification on 3-FIGURE DISPLAY (12). By pressing
the PROGRAM SELECTION button (2), the “End” visual signal will
vanish from the display and the dishwasher is ready to continue a new
cycle, the same thing happens when closing or opening the door or by
switching on-off the machine.
REMOVING THE DISHES
At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minutes before
removing the dishes, to allow them to cool down. To prevent any water
droplets on the upper basket from falling on the dishes in the lower
basket, it is advisable to unload the lower basket first, and then the
upper basket.
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4. Operating instructions
Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as
follows:
xAdjust the water softening system;
xAdd the regenerating salt;
xAdd the rinse aid and detergent.
4.1 Using the water softening system
The amount of scale contained in the
water (water hardness index) can cause
whitish staining on the dry dishes, which
tend to become dull over time. The
dishwasher is equipped with an automatic
softening system which uses a special
regenerating salt to reduce the hardness
of the water.
The dishwasher is factory set for water
hardness level 3(average hardness
41-60°dF –24-31°dH).
When using water of medium hardness, the regenerating salt container
should be refilled after approximately 20 washing cycles. The salt
container can hold approximately 1.7 Kg of salt in grains. The container
is situated at the bottom of the dishwasher. After removing the lower
basket, unscrew the salt container cap by turning it anticlockwise and
pour in the salt using the funnel supplied with the dishwasher. Before
replacing the cap, remove any salt residues from around the opening.
xWhen using the dishwasher for the first time, in addition to the salt it
is also necessary to add one litre of water to the container.
xEach time the salt container is refilled, make sure that the cap is
securely closed. The mixture of water and detergent must never
penetrate the salt container, as this would compromise the operation
of the regeneration system. In the event of this occurring, the
warranty will be invalidated.
xOnly use regenerating salt specially formulated for domestic
dishwashers. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container
completely.
SALT
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xDo not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which,
over time, may damage the water softening system.
xWhen necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before
starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline
solution will be immediately removed by the water; the prolonged
presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion.
Be careful not to confuse the salt and detergent packages; adding
detergent to the salt container will damage the water softening system.
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ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM
(available in all programs except the soak program)
The dishwasher is equipped with an electronic device for adjusting the
water softening setting according to the hardness of the water. To adjust
the water softening setting, proceed as follows.
xKeep the PROGRAM DELAY button (6) pressed for a few seconds,
until the H- symbol, followed by the set value, appears on the
3-FIGURE DISPLAY (12).
xThe PROGRAM DELAY button (6) can be pressed again to select
the most suitable hardness value (H1, H2…H5). Refer to the "Water
hardness table" to select the value.
xTo exit the programming mode press the START/PAUSE button (4)
or do not touch the keypad for 2 seconds to allow the system to exit
the mode automatically.

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WATER HARDNESS TABLE
WATER HARDNESS
German Degrees (°dH) French Degrees (°dF) SETTING
0 - 5 0 - 9 0.
6 - 11 10 - 19 1.
12 - 21 20 - 36 2.
22 - 33 37 - 59 3.
34 - 45 60 - 79 4.
46 - 53 80 - 107 5.
Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your
water supply.
4.2 Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers
The detergent and rinse aid
dispensers are situated on the inner
part of the door: the detergent
dispenser is on the left, and the rinse
aid dispenser is on the right.
With the exception of the SOAK program, before every washing cycle it
is necessary to add the required amount of detergent to the detergent
dispenser. The rinse aid, on the other hand, should only be added as
required.
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ADDING THE RINSE AID
The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and
prevents the formation of scale deposits and
staining; it is automatically added to the water
during the final rinse cycle, from the container
situated on the inner side of the door.
To add rinse aid:
xOpen the door.
xRotate the container cap anticlockwise by ¼ of a turn and remove it.
xAdd the rinse aid until the container is full (approximately 140 cc).
The optical level indicator on the side of the cap should be
completely obscured. Refill the rinse aid when the optical level
indicator becomes clear again, or when the rinse aid warning light
illuminates.
xReplace the cover and turn it in a clockwise direction.
xUse a cloth to remove any spillage of rinse aid which might lead to
the formation of excess foam.
ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTING
The dishwasher is factory set for medium water hardness. However it
possible to change the setting by turning the dispenser’s selector to the
desired position: the amount of rinse aid dispensed is proportional to the
selector position.
xTo adjust the rinse aid setting, rotate the dispenser cap through a
quarter turn in an anticlockwise direction and remove it.
xThen use a screwdriver to rotate the rinse aid selector to the desired
position.
xReplace the cap, turning it clockwise.
xThe amount of rinse aid must be increased if the washed dishes
appear dull or feature circular stains.
xIf, on the other hand, the dishes are sticky or have white streaks, it
is necessary to reduce the rinse aid setting.
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