Smeg ST2FABBL User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Contents
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1. Description of the controls _______________________________2
2. Operating instructions__________________________________11
3. Cleaning and maintenance______________________________26
4. Troubleshooting ______________________________________30
Thank you for choosing one of our products.
You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the
information you need to use your dishwasher safely, correctly and in the
most satisfactory manner.
Following the cleaning instructions provided here will keep your
dishwasher's performance at peak levels in the long term.
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 pressingthisbuttoninsequenceit is possible toselect thedesired
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 somemodels only)
Illumination of this light signals that rinse aid dispenser is empty.
6
QUICK TIME + EXTRA OPTION BUTTON
(see “EXTRA OPTIONS” section)
The button controls selection of the quick time programs.
(see table).
7 QUICK TIME PROGRAM 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 toenable/disablethe 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
"Flexi Tabs" OPTION (EXTRA OPTION) LIGHT
Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.
12
HALF LOAD LIGHT
Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.
13
PROGRAM DELAY BUTTON
Press this button to delay the start of the program.
14 INFORMATION DISPLAY
N.B.: symbols and styling are guideline and may vary depending on
the model or version of the dishwasher purchased.
SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON
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.
After using the table to identify the most appropriate washing program:
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;
close the door; after about 2" the program will start. While it is in
progress, the relative LIGHT will flash (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)
1SOAK
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 45-65
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 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
160
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
DELICATE
QUICK
+
Delicate dishes with normal
dirt.
Cold prewash
Wash at 50°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
80
10,5 1,15
8
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
9
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
10
STRONG
and FAST
+
Mixed dishes with normal
dirt without dried-on
residues.
Wash at 65°C
Cold rinse
Rinse at 70°C
50
10 1,20
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.
REFERENCES for the ENERGY LABEL supplied with the dishwasher:
- Annual energy consumptionis based on280 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.
- 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 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.
Warning:
during the initial phase of the washing program, the operation of sprayers
is not perceived because they start rotating about 5 minutes after the start.
This is the normal operation of the washing cycle.
QUICK TIME PROGRAMS
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 QUICK OPTION button
(light comes on) after selecting the program required. The option is automatically
deactivated at the end of the program.
ENERSAVE
This option allows the further reduction of energy consumption, thanks
to the assisted drying when the door opens at the end of the cycle. At the
end of the wash, a device automatically releases the door, which slowly
opens a fewcentimeters. This allows the best drying possible, even at low
rinse temperature, permitting an important energy saving.
When the door is completely open, a brief sound signal indicates that the
wash cycle has ended.
Enersave is automatically activated in all programs that include a final
drying phase(seeprogram table). It is possibleto disableit beforestarting
the program.
If this function is active, never prevent the door from opening by any
means, clear the space necessary to allow the opening of the door. Do
not force the closure of the door beforethe end of cyclesignal, because
this would damage the mechanism.
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SPREAD HALF LOAD
Suitable when there are not many dishes to be washed, it saves energy
andreduces theprogram duration. Place dishes inbothbaskets 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 PROGRAMS button + ENERSAVE
option button) simultaneously to activate the "Flexi Tabs" option; the
respective light comes on to confirm the selection. The option is optimised
for use of detergents which are complete with salt and rinse aid, known
on the market as "3 in 1", "triple action", etc. With this option activated,
any salt and rinse aid If you wish to use detergents which already contain
salt and rinse aid already in the dishwasher will not be used.
N.B.: even with the " Flexi Tabs " option selected, the regenerating
salt/rinse aid lights will still stay on if their containers are empty.
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. Multi-function products are not suitable for use with very "hard"
water; this does not prevent the useof the option, butthe washing results
might not be of the best.
DELAYED START
Thestartof the washingprogram can be delayedtoprogram thedishwasher
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 pressingtoselect the delayrequired, which maybe 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.
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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.
Use the ENERSAVE option.
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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, theprogram will
be interrupted. Therelative light willkeep 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 switchoff thedishwasher, open thedoor andpress 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 theupper basket from falling on the dishesin 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).
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 theevent 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.
SALT
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Donot 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 - 6 0 - 11 All lights off
(no salt)
7 - 10 12 - 18 One light on
11 - 15 19 - 27 Two lights on
16 - 21 28 - 37 Three lights on
22 - 28 38 - 50 Four lights on
29 - 35 51 - 62 Five lights on
36 - 50 63 - 90 Two 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 ontheleft, andtherinse
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 therinseaid 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 usedetergents formulatedforwashingdishesby 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 partialremoval 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) andaremore 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 typesto bewashed 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 therotation of the spray arms during the washing
cycle.
Do notplace very smallobjects in the baskets asthese 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.
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2.4 Using the baskets
The dishwasher has a capacity of 13 place-settings, including serving
dishes.
LOWER BASKET
The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and should
therefore be used for the “toughest”items with a heavier degree of soiling.
All types and combinations of loads are
permitted, provided that the dishes, pots and
pans are arranged with all the soiled surfaces
exposed to the water jets coming from the
bottom.
With fixed supports
To make the most of the space inside the
basket when loading large items, certain
models are equipped with tip-up supports for
plates in 2 or 4 sections.
With tip-up supports
BOTTOM BASKET INSERTS
Some models are equipped with bottom basket inserts which improve
the drying of dishes. The inserts are supplied in the accessories bag; to
use them, simply fit them into place as shown.
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LOADING THE LOWER BASKET
Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes,
positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded
upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to
leave a gap between them.
Loading examples:
UPPER BASKET
It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-
sized
items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffeecups, shallow bowls and
light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is used
in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving dishes,
provided they are only slightly soiled.
LOADING THE UPPER BASKET
Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must always be facing
downwards. The left side of the basket can be loaded with cups and
glasses on two levels. In the centre section, plates and saucers can be
loaded vertically into the supports provided.
Loading examples:
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