Smeg LVD613X User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS

Contents
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1. Description of the controls ________________________________2
2. Operating instructions___________________________________ 14
3. Cleaning and maintenance_______________________________ 27
4. 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.
USER INSTRUCTIONS: these consist of recommendations for using the
appliance, a description of its controls and of the correct cleaning and
maintenance procedures.

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1. Description of the controls
1.1 Upper panel
All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. Switch-on,
programming, switch-off etc. procedures are only possible when the
door is open.
1 ON/OFF BUTTON
Pressing this button energises the appliance.
2 SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS Illumination of this light denotes the program selected and the
occurrence of a fault (troubleshooting).
3 PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON By pressing this button in sequence it is possible to select the
desired program.
4
WATER HARDNESS ADJUSTMENT ON INDICATOR LIGHT
The light flashes to indicate that the appliance is in “water hardness
adjustment” mode.
SALT WARNIN LIGHT (on some models only)
If the symbol is present, illumination of this light denotes a
regenerating salt warning level.
5 RINSE AID WARNING LIGHT (on some models only)
Illumination of this light signals that rinse aid dispenser is empty.
6
QUICK TIME OPTION BUTTON + EXTRA OPTION BUTTON
(see “EXTRA OPTIONS” section)
The button controls selection of the quick time programs.
(see table).
7 QUICK TIME OPTION LIGHT Illuminates to indicate that one of the extra programs (see table) is
going to be executed.

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8 ENERSAVE OPTION + EXTRA OPTION BUTTON (see “EXTRA OPTIONS” section)
Press the button to enable/disable the option.
9 ENERSAVE OPTION LIGHT
Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.
10
HALF LOAD BUTTON
Press this button to activate the half load wash option.
11
HALF LOAD LIGHT
Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.
12
"3/1" OPTION (EXTRA OPTION) LIGHT
Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.
13
PROGRAM DELAY BUTTON
Press this button to delay the start of the program.
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INFORMATION DISPLAY
N.B.: symbols and styling are guideline and may vary depending on
the model or version of the dishwasher purchased.
Information displayed
Scheduled program duration yes
Remaining program time yes
Delayed start 1 - 24 hours
Error message
Err

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PROGRAMS TABLE
The manual contains the programs table for several models. To find the
table for your dishwasher, compare the program symbols at the top of the
table with those on your control panel.
SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND
SWITCHING ON
After identifying the most suitable program with the aid of the programs
table:
•Press the ON/OFF button (1) and wait for the PROGRAM
INDICATOR LIGHT (2) to illuminate;
•Keep pressing the PROGRAM SELECTION button (3) until the
indicator light corresponding to the desired program illuminates;
•select the option required (if any and if the model provides options);
•close the door; after about 2" the program will start LIGHT will
flashing (indicating that the program is being executed).

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PROGRAMS TABLE
PROGRAMME,
NUMBER &
SYMBOL
LOAD CROCKERY AND
CUTLERY
PROGRAM
PROGRESS
DURATION
CONSUMPTION
MINUTES
(1)
WATER
LITRES
POWER
KWh (1)
1 SOAK
Pans and dishes awaiting
completion of the load. Cold prewash
15
3,5 0,02
2 GLASS
Glass, china and mixed
dishes with light dirt.
Wash at 45°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
65
9,5 1,10
3 ECO (*)
EN 50242
Dishes with normal dirt, even
with dried-on residues.
Wash at 45°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 55°C
Dry
**
** **
4 AUTO
60-70
IEC/DIN***
Pans and dishes with normal
dirt, even with dried-on
residues.
When the " AUTO " program is selected, the dishwasher
recognises the type of dirt and automatically adjusts the
washing parameters as appropriate.
5 SUPER
****
Very dirty pans and dishes,
even with dried-on residues.
Hot prewash
Wash at 70°C
Cold rinse (2)
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
135
15,5 1,60
IMPORTANT: see “NOTES AND REFERENCES” table on the following pages.
The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open
or not properly closed.

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QUICK TIME PROGRAMS
(see relevant section for explanation of functioning modes)
PROGRAMME
NUMBER E
SYMBOL
LOAD CROCKERY AND
CUTLERY
PROGRAM
PROGRESS
DURATION
CONSUMPTION
MINUTI
(1)
WATER
LITRES
POWER
KWh (1)
6 RAPID 27’
+
Dishes with light dirt,
washed immediately after
use
Wash at 38°C
Rinse at 50°C
27
6,5 0,70
7 ECO
QUICK
+
Dishes with normal dirt,
washed immediately after
use.
Cold prewash
Wash at 60°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
80
12,5 1,25
8 NORMAL
QUICK
+
Dishes with normal dirt,
washed immediately after
use.
Cold prewash
Wash at 70°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
85
13 1,40
9 STRONG and
FAST
+
Mixed dishes with normal dirt
without dried-on residues.
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
55 9,5 1,35
IMPORTANT: see “NOTES AND REFERENCES” table on the following pages.
The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open
or not properly closed.

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PROGRAMS TABLE
PROGRAMME
NUMBER
& SYMBOL
LOAD CROCKERY AND
CUTLERY
PROGRAM
PROGRESS
DURATION
CONSUMPTION
MINUTES
(1)
WATER
LITRES
POWER
KWh (1)
1 SOAK
Pans and dishes awaiting
completion of the load Cold prewash
15 3,5 0,02
2 GLASS
Glass, china and mixed
dishes with light dirt.
Wash at 45°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
65
9,5 1,10
3
ECO (*)
EN 50242
Dishes with normal dirt,
even with dried-on
residues
Wash at 45°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 55°C
Dry
**
** **
4 NORMAL
IEC/DIN***
Dishes with normal dirt,
even with dried-on
residues
Cold prewash
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
105
13,5 1,35
5
ULTRA
CLEAN
****
Very dirty pans and
dishes, even with dried-on
residues.
Hot prewash
Wash at 70°C
Cold rinse (2)
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
155
15,5 1,70
IMPORTANT: see “NOTES AND REFERENCES” table on the following pages.
The
ULTRA CLEAN
program terminate with an extra anti-bacteria rinse that ensures
a further reduction in the bacteria level. If the temperature falls during this stage of
the program (e.g. because the door is opened or due to a power blackout), the
program lights flash to warn that the anti-bacteria effect is not guaranteed.
If the dishwasher door is open or not properly closed, the washing cycle
will not start.

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QUICK TIME PROGRAMS
(see relevant section for explanation of functioning modes)
PROGRAMME
NUMBER E
SYMBOL
LOAD CROCKERY AND
CUTLERY
PROGRAM
PROGRESS
DURATION
CONSUMPTION
MINUTI
(1)
WATER
LITRES
POWER
KWh (1)
6 RAPID 27’
+
Dishes with light dirt,
washed immediately after
use
Wash at 38°C
Rinse at 50°C
27
6,5 0,70
7 ECO
QUICK
+
Dishes with normal dirt,
washed immediately after
use.
Cold prewash
Wash at 60°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
80
12,5 1,25
8 NORMAL
QUICK
+
Dishes with normal dirt,
washed immediately after
use.
Cold prewash
Wash at 70°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
85
13 1,40
9 STRONG
and FAST
+
Mixed dishes with normal
dirt without dried-on
residues.
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
55
9,5 1,35
IMPORTANT: see “NOTES AND REFERENCES” table on the following pages.
If the dishwasher door is open or not properly closed, the washing cycle
will not start.

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NOTES AND REFERENCES
Only run the soak program with half loads.
Options cannot be used with the soak program.
The ENERSAVE option (if featured) cannot be used with soak, ultra clean, or any
programs which do not include the final drying stage.
* Standard programme under
EN 50242
. If present, the
ENERSAVE
option must
be enabled.
** See information sheet provided
***
IEC/DIN
reference programme. If present, the
ENERSAVE
option must
be
enabled.
****
Reference program for laboratories: Detergent: 20g in the dispenser + 10g in the
door or tablet. Configuration: see photo in “Using the baskets”.
(1) The cycle duration and power consumption may vary according to the water and
room temperatures, and the type and amount of dishes.
(2) 1 or 2 cold rinses depending on the model.
REFERENCES for the ENERGY LABEL supplied with the dishwasher:
- Annual energy consumption is based on 280 standard wash cycles with
cold water and consumption of low-energy operating modes. Actual
consumption depends on the way in which the appliance is used.
- Water consumption is based on 280 standard wash cycles. Actual
consumption depends on the way in which the appliance is used.
- Information refers to the EN 50242 STANDARD programme (identified in the
programmes table), which is the most effective in terms of combined energy
and water consumption. The programme is recommended for dishes with a
normal level of dirt.
- Energy consumption in “sleep” mode = 0.02 W.
- Energy consumption in “on” mode = 1.5 W.
- Drying efficiency class on a scale from “G” (minimum efficiency) to “A”
(maximum efficiency).

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1.2 ashing programs
Before starting a washing program make sure that:
•The water supply tap is open.
•The correct amount of detergent has been added to the
dispenser.
•The baskets have been correctly loaded.
•The spray arms are able to rotate freely and without
obstruction.
•The dishwasher door is securely closed.
QUICK TIME
OPTION
Select this option together with any washing program (except the soak
program) to SHORTEN the cycle by from a minimum of 10% to a
maximum of 55%, depending on the cycle selected. To activate this
option, press the SPEED OPTION button (light comes on) after
selecting the program required. The option is automatically deactivated
at the end of the program.
ENERSAVE
OPTION
This option can be selected with the wash programme of choice to
further reduce energy consumption. Drying is aided by a special device
that automatically releases the door, which opens slowly and smoothly
by a few centimetres. This ensures perfect drying and greater control of
rinsing temperatures, which can be kept at lower levels for significant
energy saving.
Once the door has opened, the dishwasher
emits a short beep and programme lights
nos. 4 and 5 (marked “end”) flash to indicate
the end of the washing cycle.
Enersave is activated
automatically every time
a wash cycle is
selected (except for programs that do not include the final drying phase;
see programs table) and can be disabled before the program is started.
When the function is activated, opening of the door must not be
impeded in any way; do not leave anything in the space in front of the
door necessary to allow it to open.
Do not re-close the door during automatic opening as this would
damage the mechanism.

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SPREAD HALF LOAD
OPTION
Suitable when there are not many dishes to be washed, it saves energy
and reduces the program duration. Place dishes in both baskets then
load the detergent dispenser than less than the normal amount for a full
load.
EXTRA OPTIONS
-
“Flexi Tabs
” BUTTON
Press buttons 6 + 8 (QUICK TIME option button + ENERSAVE option
button) simultaneously to activate the "Flexi Tabs" option; the
respective light comes on to confirm the selection.
Ideal for multi-function detergents, this option allows washing to be
optimised, with full benefits from the combined-action tablets. When this
option is activated, any salt and rinse aid in the relative containers will
not be used.
If the option is not provided, we recommend the use of conventional
products (separate detergent, salt and rinse aid), because with
conventional washing cycles, combined products might create problems
such as a white deposit, poor drying results and residues left on dishes.
N.B.:
When the salt and rinse aid containers are empty, the relative lights will
remain on even if the “Flexi Tabs” option is selected.
IMPORTANT: the option continues to be active until it is deactivated by
pressing buttons 6 + 8 simultaneously; the light will then go out.
If the water hardness has been set on a value above H3, and the “Flexi
Tabs” option is activated, the relative light flashes, warning of a setting
error. Integrated products are not suitable for use with very "hard" water;
this does not prevent the use of the option, but the washing results
might not be of the best.

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DELAYED STAR
T
OPTION
The start of the washing program can be delayed to program the
dishwasher to operate at the preferred time of day (e.g. overnight). Press
the PROGRAM DELAY button to activate the option and display a 1 hour
delay. Keep pressing to select the delay required, which may be up to 9,
12 or 24 hours depending on the model.
When the door is closed, the appliance will prewash the dishes, after
which the "program delay" set will come into effect.
CANCELLING THE
CURRENT PROGRAM
•To cancel the currently selected program, open the door and hold
down the PROGRAM SELECTION (3) button for a few seconds
until the indicator lights for programs 4and 5illuminate
simultaneously (the word "end" is displayed on the window).
•Close the door.
•After approximately 1 minute the dishwasher will advance to the end
of cycle.
CHANGING THE PROGRAM
To change the program in progress, simply open the door and select a
new program. When the door is closed the dishwasher will automatically
select the new program.
TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
•Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded.
•Do not wash the dishes in running water.
•Use the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of
load.
•Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing.
•If available, connect the dishwasher to a hot water supply up to 60°C.

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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:
•separate the more delicate items from dishes that are more resistant
to aggressive detergents and high temperatures;
•do not pour the detergent directly on the dishes.
If the door has to be opened while washing is in progress, the program
will be interrupted. The relative light will keep flashing and a beeper will
signal that the cycle has not been completed. You must wait about 1
minute before closing the door to restart the program. When the door is
closed the program will continue from where it was interrupted. This
operation should only be carried out if strictly necessary, because it
might cause problems in execution of the program.
END OF CYCLE
At the end of the washing cycle the dishwasher
gives a short acustic signal and the program
indicators nr 4and 5start blinking (the word
"end" is displayed on the window).
To switch off the dishwasher, open the door and press the
ON/OFF
button (1).
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
After 5 minutes of waiting (washing cycle completed, stopped or set but
not started) the dishwasher switches to a standby state to reduce
energy consumption.
In this state, the dishwasher indicator panel (lights or display depending
on model) functions more slowly (switch-on once every 5 seconds).
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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2. Operating instructions
Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as
follows:
•Adjust the water softening system;
•Add the regenerating salt;
•Add the rinse aid and detergent.
2.1 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.
•When 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.
•Each 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.
•Only use regenerating salt specially formulated for domestic
dishwashers. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container
completely.
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•Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which,
over time, may damage the water softening system.
•When 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.
ADJUSTING THE WATER
SOFTENING SYSTEM
The dishwasher is equipped with a device which allows the softener
setting to be varied to suit the hardness of the mains water. The
hardness is set using the PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON (3).
To access the setting function, hold the button down for more than 15
seconds. The WATER HARDNESS ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR LIGHT
(4) flashes, while the SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS (2)
show the current setting. Each pressure on the button changes the
setting following the sequence in the table below:
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WATER HARDNESS TABLE
WATER HARDNESS
SETTING
German
degrees (°dH) French Degrees (°dF)
0 - 4 0 - 7 All lights off
(no salt)
5 - 15 8 - 25 One light on
16 - 23 26 - 40 Two lights on
24 - 31 41 - 60 Three lights on
32 - 47 61 - 80 Four lights on
48 - 58 81 - 100 Five lights on
Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your
water supply.
After adjustment or display of the current setting, simply do not touch the
button for a few seconds; the dishwasher will automatically return to
standard mode, quitting the adjustment mode.
2.2 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:
•Open the door.
•Rotate the container cap anticlockwise by ¼ of a turn and remove it.
•Add 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.
•Replace the cover and turn it in a clockwise direction.
•Use 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.
•To adjust the rinse aid setting, rotate the dispenser cap through a
quarter turn in an anticlockwise direction and remove it.
•Then use a screwdriver to rotate the rinse aid selector to the desired
position.
•Replace the cap, turning it clockwise.
•The amount of rinse aid must be increased if the washed dishes
appear dull or feature circular stains.
•If, 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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ADDING THE DETERGENT
To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press
the button P. Add the detergent and close the cap
carefully.
During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be
opened automatically.
•When a program with hot prewash is selected (see program table),
extra detergent must be placed in the cavity G/H (depending on
models).
•Use only detergents specially formulated for dishwashers. For optimal
washing results it is important to use a good quality detergent.
•The detergent packs must be sealed and stored in a dry place to
prevent the formation of lumps which may negatively affect washing
results. Once opened the detergent packs should not be kept for too
long, otherwise the detergent loses its effectiveness.
•Do not use detergents formulated for washing dishes by hand,
because they produce a great deal of foam and may negatively affect
the operation of the dishwasher.
•Add the correct amount of detergent. An insufficient amount of
detergent will result in a partial removal of dirt from the dishes,
whereas an excessive amount is wasteful and does not improve the
washing results.
•The market offers liquid and powder detergents with differing chemical
compositions, which may contain phosphates, or be phosphate-free
but contain natural enzymes.
- Detergents containing phosphates are more effective against
grease and starch at temperatures above 60°C.
- Enzyme detergents, on the other hand, are also effective at lower
temperatures (from 40 to 55°C) and are more easily
biodegradable. With enzyme detergents it is possible to obtain at
low temperatures comparable results to those which can only be
achieved at 65°C using traditional detergents.
For the safeguarding of the environment we recommend the use of
phosphate- and chlorine free detergents.