Smeg SA4510X User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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 ___________________________________15
5. Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________22
6. Troubleshooting________________________________________26
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 73/23, 89/336 (INCLUDING 92/31 AND 93/68) 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.
WARNING: DISHWASHER DETERGENTS ARE ASTRONGLY ALKALINE.
THEY CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF SWALLOWED. AVOID
CONTACT WITH SKIN AND EYES AND KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE
DISHWASHER WHEN THE DOOR IS OPEN.
CHECK THAT THE DETERGENT RECEPTACLE IS EMPTY AFTER
COMPLETION OF THE WASH CYCLE.

Safety instructions
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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.
THIS DISHWASHER MUST BE USED BY ADULTS.
USE BY PERSONS WITH REDUCED MENTAL AND/OR PHYSICAL
CAPABILITIES IS ONLY PERMITTED UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A
PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
FROM DETERGENTS AND PACKAGING MATERIALS (PLASTIC BAGS,
POLYSTYRENE, ETC.), AND NEVER ALLOW THEM TO APPROACH OR PLAY
WITH THE DISHWASHER, SINCE IT MIGHT CONTAIN DETERGENT
RESIDUES CAPABLE OF CAUSING PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE EYES,
MOUTH AND THROAT, AND EVEN LEADING TO SUFFOCATION. THE
APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY YOUNG CHILDREN OR INFIRM
PERSONS WITHOUT SUPERVISION.
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.
YOUNG CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT THEY DO
NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.

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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.

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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.
When installing the dishwasher in a compartment next to one or more
other appliances, it is essential to comply with all the recommendations
provided by the appliance’s manufacturer (minimum distances, installation
procedures, etc.).
The dishwasher is 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.
ù 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.

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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. AFTER CHANGING THE SUPPLY CORD, MAKE SURE THAT THE
BRACKET WHICH SECURES THE CORD IS FIXED SECURELY IN PLACE.
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.

User instructions
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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 control are grouped on the front panel.
1 ON/OFF BUTTON
2 SELECTION PROGRAMS BUTTONS (P1...P5)
3 POWER ON LIGHT
4 PROGRAMS LIGHTS
5 PHASES/PROGRAM LIGHTS
6 NO RINSE AID LIGHT
7 RECESSED DOOR HANDLE

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DURATION
CONSUMPTION
PROGRAM SELECTION TYPE AND GRADE DIRT PROGRESS
PROGRAM
MINUTES
(2)
WATER
LITRES (1)
POWER
KWh (2)
SOAK
PANS AND DISHES
AWAITING COMPLETION OF
THE LOAD Cold prewash 15’ 6 0,03
NORMAL
ECO (*)
DELICATE DISHES WITH
NORMAL DIRT
Wash at 45°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C 67’ 12 0,90
ECO
DISHES WITH NORMAL
DIRT, WASHED
IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE
Wash at 55°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 66°C
Dry 125’ 13 1,01
NORMAL
DISHES WITH NORMAL
DIRT, WASHED
IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
Dry 80’ 17 1,20
ULTRA
CLEAN
VERY DIRTY PANS AND
DISHES, WASHED
IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE
Prewash at 45°C
Wash at 70°C
2 cold rinses
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
105’ 20 1,50
Only run the soak program with half loads.
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 (4) flash to warn
that the anti-bacteria effect is not guaranteed.
(*) Reference program as AS/NZS 2007.
(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.

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3.2 Washing programs
The dishwasher is equipped with a control panel, described in chapter
"3. 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:
•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.
LIGHTING
When the ON/OFF button (1) is pressed, the dishwasher switches on
and the light (3) comes on. About 2 seconds later, the
PHASES/PROGRAM lights (7) will come on.
PROGRAMMING
In this model of dishwasher, all programming procedures can only be
carried out with the door closed. As long as the door is open, the
PROGRAMS lights (4) and PHASES/PROGRAM lights (7) will remain
off.
SELECTION PROGRAM
The program selection is possible
through the relative buttons (2).
When the button relating to the program required is pressed, the relative
light will come on to confirm the operation.

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START PROGRAM
To start the dishwasher, press the button of the PROGRAM (2) required
for a few seconds, until the light of the first phase of the selected
program starts to flash (confirmation beep).
As the program runs, the PHASES/PROGRAM lights (7) will indicate the
current cycle status.
The light of the phase in progress will
flash, while the lights of the previous and
subsequent phases remain on.
N.B. during execution of programs which
do not include a prewash, the first
PHASES/PROGRAM light (7) will remain
off.
END PROGRAM
When the program finishes, a buzzer sounds
briefly and all the PHASES/PROGRAM lights
(7) flash.
Press any of the SELECTION PROGRAMS buttons (2), stops the light
flashins, and the dishwasher is now ready to perform a new cycle;
opening and shutting the door or switching the appliance off and on has
the same effect.
INTERRUPTION OF A PROGRAM In order to interrupt a running program it is necessary:
•press one of the SELECTION PROGRAMS buttons (2);
•keep the button pressed until the PHASES/PROGRAM lights (7)
come on (confirmation buzzer);
•start the program (see “START PROGRAM”).

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TO CHANGE A PROGRAM
To change the running program it is necessary:
•to interrupt the running program (see “INTERRUPTION OF A PROGRAM”);
•select the new program;
•start the program (see “START PROGRAM”).
ANNULLING A PROGRAM
To annul the program in progress, it must first be interrupted (see
“INTERRUPTION OF A PROGRAM”).
Now press buttons P1+P2 simultaneously and
the first three program lights will come on.
In case that the door is opened during the operation, to the next door
closing it is going to be necessary to start the program as shown in
paragraph “START PROGRAM”. The program will resume from the point in
which it was interrupted.
In case that the tub temperature is higher than 50°C the program
will start about 30 seconds later.
The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open
or not properly closed.

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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.
•When possible, skip the drying cycle by leaving the door open
when the washing cycle is complete; the air and the residual heat
will dry the dishes perfectly.
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.
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:
•Add the rinse aid and detergent.
4.1 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.
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.
SALT

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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.
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.

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•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.
The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in
liquid form, will damage the dishwasher.
4.2 General warnings and recommendations
Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the
following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and
their loading.
There are generally no constraints on the washing of domestic dishes,
but in certain cases it is necessary to take their characteristics into
account.
Before loading the dishes into the baskets it is necessary to:
•remove coarse food remains: e.g. bones, fish-bones, etc. which
may clog the filter or damage the wash pump.
•soak any pots or pans with burnt-on food remains on the bottom to
facilitate removal, then load them into the LOWER BASKET.
There is no need to pre-wash the dishes under running water before
loading them into the baskets since this only wastes water.
Correct loading of the dishes helps ensure optimal washing
results.

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WARNING!
•Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot
tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the
washing cycle.
•Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall
and obstruct the spray arms or the wash pump.
•Containers such as cups, bowls, glasses and pots should always
be loaded with the opening facing downwards and with any cavities
at an angle, to allow the water to drain out.
•Do not stack dishes or place them in such a way that they cover
one other.
•Do not place glasses too close together because they may knock
against each other and break, or there might be staining at the
point where they touch.
MAKE SURE that the items being washed are dishwasher-safe.
Items which are not dishwasher-safe:
•Wooden dishes, pots or pans: these may be damaged by the
high washing temperatures.
•Handcrafted items: these are rarely suitable for washing in a
dishwasher. The relatively high water temperatures and the
detergents used may damage them.
•Plastic dishes: heat resistant plastic dishes must be washed in the
upper basket.
•Dishes and objects in copper, tin, zinc or brass: these tend to
stain.
•Aluminium dishes: items made from anodised aluminium may
lose their colour.
•Silverware: silver items may stain.
•Glass and crystal: in general, glass and crystal objects can be
washed in the dishwasher. However, certain types of glass and
crystal may become dull and lose their clearness after many
washings. Therefore, for these items we recommend using the
least aggressive program available.
•Decorated items: the decorated objects available on the market
are generally able to withstand washing in the dishwasher,
although the colours may fade after a great many washes. If in
doubt as to the fastness of the colours, it is advisable to wash just a
few items at a time for approximately one month.