Smeg ST113-2 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___________________________________ 13
3. Cleaning and maintenance_______________________________25
4. Troubleshooting _______________________________________ 29
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.
The panel shown is only a guideline example: the form of the lights and
buttons may vary depending on the model.
1 ON/OFF BUTTON
Press this button to switch the dishwasher on/off.
2
SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS
Illumination of this light denotes the program selected and the
occurrence of a fault (troubleshooting).
3
PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON

+ ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM
Used to select the washing program required and adjust the water
softening system.
4
WATER HARDNESS ADJUSTMENT ON INDICATOR LIGHT
The light flashes to indicate that the appliance is in “water hardness
adjustment” mode.
SALT WARNING 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 denotes a rinse aid warning level in the tank.
6 OPTIONS (on some models only)

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<<OPTIONS(6)>>
Depending on the model, this zone may contain one or more of the
following options, identified by the relative symbols and described in
more detail in the relevant sections of the manual.
It is not possible to select any options when the soak program is being
used. All options except "Flexi Tabs" are disabled at the end of the
wash cycle. To disable the “Flexi tabs” option, press the relative
button (the light goes out).
Flexi Tabs
Specifically for the use of products which contain salt and
rinse aid as well as detergent.
HYCLEAN
Adds a final antibacterial rinse to the selected program.
Spread HALF LOAD WASH
Allows washing of just a few dishes placed in both baskets.
PROGRAM DELAY
Allows the program to be set to start with a delay of 3, 6 or 9
hours.

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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
Cold prewash
Wash at 45°C
Rinse at 65°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
115
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
150
15,5 1,70
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.
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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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
Cold prewash
Wash at 45°C
Rinse at 65°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
115
13,5 1,35
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.
If the dishwasher door is open or not properly closed, the washing cycle
will not start.

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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
Cold prewash
Wash at 45°C
Rinse at 65°C
Dry
**
** **
4 HALF LOAD
Half load of dishes with
normal dirt, washed
immediately after use.
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
Dry
90
11 1,20
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
150
15,5 1,70
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.
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.
* Standard programme under
EN 50242
.
** See information sheet provided
***
IEC/DIN
reference programme.
**** 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 Washing programs
Before starting a washing program make sure that:
•The water supply tap is open.
•The softener container contains regenerating salt.
•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.
OPTION SELECTION
Options are selected by pressing the relative button by the symbol of the
option required; the light comes on to confirm that the option has been
activated.
•It is not possible to select any options when the soak
program is being used.
•All options except "Flexi tabs" are disabled at the end of the
wash cycle. To disable the “Flexi tabs” option, press the
relative button (the light goes out).
•All options, including "Flexi tabs" are disabled when a program
is CANCELLED after it has begun.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Some models feature additional options, activated by pressing two
buttons simultaneously. In this case, two lines in the control panel
graphics link the symbol of the additional option to the two buttons to be
pressed simultaneously to enable it. (e.g. “Flexi Tabs” in this
illustration)

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Flexi Tabs
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:
when no longer required, the option must be deactivated by pressing
the relative button (the light goes 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. Multi-function 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.
ULTRA CLEAN
The "ULTRA CLEAN" program prolongs the final hot rinse to ensure a
further reduction in the bacteria level. If the temperature in the tank falls
during this stage of the program (e.g. because the door is opened or due
to a power blackout), the light of the option and the program lights (2) flash
to warn that the additional washing phase has not been completed
successfully. This does not mean that the wash program has been less
effective than usual.
SPREAD HALF LOAD
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.

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PROGRAM DELAY
The start of the program can be delayed by 3, 6 or 9hours.
This allows you to set the dishwasher to work at the times of day most
convenient to you. After setting the program, press the button to select
the delay you require; the corresponding light will come on. When the
door is closed, the appliance will prewash the dishes, after which the
"program delay" set will come into effect. If you wish to exit the
procedure without setting delayed start, press the button in sequence
until all three lights are out.
N.B.: It is not possible to select the PROGRAM DELAY option once the
cycle has begun.
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 5 illuminate
simultaneously (marked "end").
•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.

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TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
•Always use the dishwasher with a full load.
•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.
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.
SWITCHING OFF
At the end of the program the beeper
sounds briefly and the lights of programs no.
4and 5 (marked "end") flash.
To switch off the dishwasher, open the door and press the
ON/OFF
button (1).
REMOVING THE DISHES
At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minutes before
removing the dishes, to allow them to cool. To ensure that any drops of
water left in the top basket cannot drip onto the dishes still in the bottom
basket, you are advised always to empty the bottom basket first.

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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. Some models
are equipped with an optical no-salt indicator. In these models, the cap
of the salt container contains a green float which descends as the salt
concentration in the water drps. When the green float can no longer be
seen through the transparent cap, the container must be topped up with
regenerating salt. 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.

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The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in
liquid form, will damage the dishwasher.
2.3 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.