TEC TDW12WA User manual

Engineered To Perform
DISHWASHER
USER MANUAL
12 PLACE SETTING
TDW12WA
TDW12SA

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READ BEFORE USE
CORRECT USE
BEFORE CALLING SERVICE
Congratulations on your purchase of a TECO dishwasher. We hope the appliance meets
your expectations and serves you well for many years.
For your safety and correct operation of the dishwasher, read this manual carefully before
installation and use. Always keep these instructions with the appliance even if you move or
sell it. Users must fully know the operation and safety features of the appliance.
This appliance is intended for indoor use only.
Due to constant improvements, this appliance is subject to change without prior notice.
All diagrams and illustrations contained within this manual are for illustration purposes only.
• The appliance is designed to clean household utensils and dishes that are suitable for
dishwashers. It is not recommended to use the appliance for any other purpose.
• Do not put solvents in the appliance. This may result in fire or injury.
• Place knives and other sharp items so that they cannot harm anyone or damage the
dishwasher.
• Use only products specified for dishwashers (detergent and rinse aid).
• If you open the door while the appliance is in operation, hot water or steam can escape.
This may result in injury.
• Do not remove dishes from the dishwasher before the end of the washing program.
• When the washing program is completed, disconnect the mains plug from the mains
socket and close the water tap.
• Only an authorised TECO service agent can repair this appliance.
• Do not carry out repairs yourself to prevent injury and damage to the appliance. Always
contact TECO Service.
• Contact the local water utility to check the water hardness in your area. This is important
with regard to how much detergent and rinse aid to use
Before calling TECO service, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
This section is designed to assist in solving common issues with your appliance.
If the dishwasher continues to malfunction, switch the appliance off, disconnect from the
mains power source and ensure to stop the water supply. Have the warranty information
sheet (serial and model number) handy before contacting TECO service.

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CONTENTS
Safety Information 3
Quick Start Guide 4
Operating Instructions
Control Panel 5
Part Names 6
First Time Use 6
Rinse Aid & Detergent Dispenser 7
Function of Detergent 8
Amount of Detergent to Use 9
Filling Detergent Dispenser 9
Loading the Dishwasher 10
Before & After Loading Baskets 10
Removing the Dishes 10
Loading Upper Basket 11
Loading Lower Basket 11
Folding Cup Shelves 11
Adjusting Upper Basket 11
Folding Lower Basket Tines 11
Cutlery Tray 11
Wash Programs 12
Start/Pause button 13
Changing the Program 13
Adding Additional Items 13
At the End Of The Wash Cycle 13
Cleaning & Maintenance 14
Filtering System 14
Filter Assembly 14
Cleaning the Filter 15
Regular Maintenance 15
Winter Maintenance 15
Spray Arm Maintenance 15
General Maintenance 16
Installation 16
Positioning the Dishwasher 16
Power Connection 16-17
Power Connection- Grounding 17
Water Connection 17
Aqua-Stop Hose 18
Disconnection the Aqua-Stop Hose 18
Cold Water Connection 18
Drain Hose Connection 18
Draining Excess Water 18
Before Use Checklist 19
Troubleshooting 20
Technical Information 24

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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not use electrical items or fire equipment nearby.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• When disposing of the appliance, do so only at an authorised waste disposal centre.
• Do not expose to flame.
• Please keep the appliance away from substances which could cause ignition.
• Before obtaining access to electrical terminals, all electrical supply circuits must be
disconnected.
• The dishwasher is designed to operate on a single phase power supply within a voltage
range of 220~240V/50Hz.
• Don’t splash water on the rear of the appliance, for it may cause malfunction or electric
shock.
• Do not operate any electrical appliance in the dishwasher.
• Before cleaning the appliance, always switch off the appliance and unplug it, or pull the
house fuse or switch off the circuit breaker.
Safety of Children
Packaging (e.g. wraps, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of
suffocation. Keep packaging materials away from children.
Remember to dispose of old appliances in accordance with local laws.
Pull out the mains plug, cut off the mains cable, break or remove spring or bolt catches if
fixed and ensure that children cannot lock themselves in the appliance when playing (there
is risk of suffocation) or involve themselves in other dangers, for children cannot recognize
the hazard present in household appliances themselves. Therefore, it is very important for
parents to make adequate supervision and never let children play with the appliance.
Always keep dish washing liquids and detergents away from children.
General Safety
• Dishwasher detergents are very dangerous. Be careful they do not touch eyes, mouth
and skin.
• Keep children away from the appliance when the door is open.
• Obey the safety instructions from the manufacturer of the dishwasher detergent to
prevent injury.
• Only put detergent in the dispenser before you start a washing program. Make sure that
the detergent dispenser is empty at the end of the washing program.
• Do not drink the water from the dishwasher. Detergent residues can remain in your
appliance.
• Always close the door when the appliance is not in use to prevent injury.
• Do not sit or stand on the open door.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door is open.
• Never touch the heating element during or immediately after use.
• Ensure items placed within the appliance are “dishwasher safe”.
• Never place delicate or fragile glass into the appliance.
• Never use laundry detergent, or hand soap / washing detergent in your dishwasher.

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QUICK START GUIDE
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Fig.1
A
B
C
Correctly install the appliance. Ensure it is connected securely to the mains
power source and water supply using the supplied hose.
Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button. Check the front
panel indicates power is supplied to the appliance.
Open the dishwasher door and fill the detergent dispenser (Refer to Fig.1).
Fill compartment A with each wash cycle. Fill compartment B when
choosing programs with a pre-wash cycle.
Select a program by pressing the Program Button until the selected pro-
gram lights up. Refer to CHANGE below to change the program after start-
ing a wash.
Ensure the water tap connected to the dishwasher is supplying water be-
fore pressing the START/PAUSE button. The appliance starts after approxi-
mately 10 seconds.
Once the program is complete, the appliance will beep 8 times. Press
the ON/OFF button. Turn off the water tap. Wait aprox. 15 minutes before
carefully opening the door and unloading the clean utensils and dishes.
A running program cycle should only be changed if it has been running for
a short time. Otherwise, the detergent may have been released and the
water drained. If this is the case, the detergent will need to be refilled.
To change the program once a wash has been started:
1. Press the START/PAUSE button once.
2. Press and hold the program button for 3 seconds.
3. The appliance will go into standby mode.
4. Press the Program Button to change the desired program.
To add additional items to a wash that has started:
1. Press the START/PAUSE button
2. Wait for the spray arms to stop. Check this by opening the door slightly.
CAUTION! Be careful when opening the door as hot steam or water may
escape from the dishwasher.
3. Once safe, open the door completely and add additional items.
4. Securely close the door and press the START/PAUSE button.
The wash will resume in approximately 10 seconds.
If power is cut to the dishwasher during a wash cycle, once power is re-
stored, the appliance will be reset. Choose a program and press START/
PAUSE to start a wash. Check and refill detergent if necessary before re-
starting another wash.
Check the rinse aid level indicator (Refer
to Fig.1 C). Fill if necessary.
Load the dishwasher baskets. Scrape
off excess food scraps from utensils and
dishes before placing carefully in the
place settings, baskets and drawers.
Close the dishwasher door.
NOTE: Do not overload the dishwasher.
Doing so may reduce the performance
and damage the appliance.