Tricity Bendix DH 103 User manual

Dishwasher
DH 103
INSTRUCTION BOOK
part 2
0 04/03

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The control panel
1. Upper basket stop
2. Water hardness switch
3. Salt container
4. Detergent dispenser (type A / type B)
5. Control panel
6. Rating plate
7. Rinse aid dispenser (type A / type B)
8. Filters
9. Lower spray arm
10. Upper spray arm
11. Upper basket
12. Worktop
Description of the appliance
IN148
Programme sequence indicator: as the programme
progresses, the programme selector dial turns, to show the
phase in the wash programme the appliance has reached.
Prewash / Rinse and Hold
Main wash
Cold rinse
Hot rinse
Drying

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●Check if it’s necessary to refill with special salt or rinse aid
●Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher.
●Fill with dishwasher detergent .
●Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and
dishes.
●Start the wash programme.
Loading cutlery and dishes
Sponges, household cloths and any object that can
absorb water may not be washed in the dishwasher.
●Before loading the dishes, you should:
- Remove large left-overs.
- Soften remnants of burnt food in pans
●When loading the dishes and cutlery, please note:
- Dishes and cutlery must not impede the rotation of the
spray arms .
- Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans, etc. with
the opening downwards so that water cannot collect in the
container or a deep base.
- Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one
another, or cover each other.
- To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch.
- Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.
●Plastic items and pans with teflon have a tendancy to
retain water drops; these items will not dry as well as
porcelain and steel items.
Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes.
The lower basket
The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates,
salad bowls, cutlery etc.
Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the
edge of the basket, ensuring that the upper spray arm can turn
freely.
The cutlery basket
Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a
potential hazard.
Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives
must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket.
Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as
knives.
Cutlery should be placed in the removable cutlery basket with
the handles facing downwards. If the handles protrude from
the bottom of the basket, obstructing the lower spray arm, load
the cutlery with the handles facing upwards.
Mix spoons with other cutlery
to prevent them from sticking
together.
For best results we
recommend you to use the
cutlery grid provided (if the
size and dimensions of the
cutlery allow it).
In daily use
For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes
are of limited suitability:
- Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it is specifically
marked as being dishwasher-safe by the manufacturer.
- Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed frequently
- Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to discolour
during washing. Left-overs, e.g. egg white, egg yolk and
mustard often cause discolouring and staining on silver.
Therefore always clean left-overs from silver immediately, if
it is not to be washed straight after use.
- Some types of glass can become dull after a large number
of washes
are not suitable:
- Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or
mother-of-pearl handles
- Plastic items that are not heat resistant
- Older cutlery with glued parts that is not
temperature resistant
- Bonded cutlery items or dishes
- Pewter or copper items
- Lead crystal glass
- Steel items subject to rusting
- Wooden platters
- Items made from synthetic fibres
UI49 UI19 UI71

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The upper basket
The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates,
saucers, dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter), salad
bowls, cups and glasses.
Arrange items on and underneath the cup rack so that water
can reach all surfaces.
Glasses with long stems can
be placed upside down in the
cup rack.
Light items (plastic bowls
etc.) must be loaded in the
upper basket and arranged
so they do not move.
In case that plates are loaded in the upper
basket:
load them starting from the
rear positions of the basket;
tilting them slightly forwards
and avoiding the front
positions near the door.
Before closing the door, ensure that the spray arms can
rotate freely.
Adjusting the height of the upper basket
If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower
basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position.
To move to the higher position proceed as
follows:
1. Move the front runner stops (A) of the upper basket
outwards and slide the basket out.
2. Refit the basket in the higher position and replace the stops
(A) in their original position.
After loading your machine always close the door, as an
open door can be a hazard.
US64
US71
With upper basket raised 20 cm 31 cm
With upper basket lowered 24 cm 27 cm
Maximum height of the dishes in
upper basket lower basket
RC01

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Washing programmes
(1) Testing programme for EN 50242 (see "Hints for Test Centres).
(2) Ideal for washing crockery and cutlery of breakfast and dinner (fresh soil).
Characterised by a short duration.
This is the perfect daily programme, made to meet the needs of a family of 4 persons who only wish to load breakfast
and dinner crockery and cutlery.
(3) The consumption values are intended as a guide and depends on the pressure and the temperature of the water and also by
the variations of the power supply.
Starting position
of the
programme
selector dial
Type of load
and
degree of soil
Heavy soil.
Crockery, cutlery,
pots and pans
Normal soil.
Crockery and cutlery
Fresh soil.
Crockery and cutlery
Any.
Partial load (to be
completed later in
the day).
Programme
(1) POWER WASH
65°
NORMAL WASH
65°
(2) ECO WASH
RINSE & HOLD
Cycle
description (3) Consumption values
Cold prewash
Main wash up to 65°C
1 cold rinse
1 hot rinse
Drying
Main wash up to 65°C
1 cold rinse
1 hot rinse
Drying
Main wash up to 65°C
1 hot rinse
1 cold rinse (to avoid
food scraps from
sticking together).
Programme
duration
(in minutes)
Energy
consumption
(in kWh)
Water
consumption
(litres)
110 - 120 1,15 - 1,24 16 - 18
95 - 105 1,15 - 1,24 13 - 15
30 - 40 1,05 - 1,15 11 - 13
12 0,1 10
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3
4
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1. Check that the baskets have been
loaded correctly and that the spray
arms can rotate freely
2. Turn on the water tap
3. Close the dishwasher door
4. Setting and starting the programme
Turn the programme selector dial clockwise until the
letter of the programme you wish to select corresponds
with the programme marker on the control panel (see
"Washing programmes" chart).
Depress the "Mains on" push button; the "Mains on"
indicator light will come on and the machine will start.
5. Interrupting a washing programme
Interrupt a washing programme in progress ONLY if
it’s absolutely necessary
To interrupt a washing programme
Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is
opened. Open the door carefully.
●Open the dishwasher door; the programme will stop.
Close the door; the programme will start from the
point in which it was interrupted.
●Press the On/Off push button (in this case the On/Off
indicator light turns off). Press the On/Off push button
again; the programme will start from the point in
which it was interrupted.
6. End of the washing programme
The dishwasher will automatically stop.
Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the "Mains on"
push button, the "Mains on" indicator light turns off.
Open the door and wait a few minutes before removing
the dishes; in this way they will be cooler and the drying
will be improved.
Water may appear on the sides and the door of the
dishwasher as the stainless steel will eventually become
cooler than the dishes.
Unloading the dishwasher
Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. The dishes should
therefore be allowed to cool down before removing from
the appliance.
Empty the lower basket first and then the upper one; this
will avoid water dripping from the upper basket onto the
dishes in the lower one.
When the washing programme has finished, it is
recommended that the dishwasher is unplugged and the
water tap turned off.
Starting a washing programme

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Fitting under a counter
(kitchen worktop or sink)
By removing the machine’s worktop, you can install it under a
close fitting sink unit or a pre-existing top, providing the
dimensions of the recess correspond to those shown in the
picture.
Proceed as follows:
Remove the machine’s worktop by unscrewing the two rear
retaining screws, pull from the front and slide out the rear
slots, lifting the worktop.
Insert the machine after adjusting height and levelling with the
adjustable feet. When inserting the machine, ensure that the
water inlet and drain hoses are not kinked or squashed.
If the dishwasher is later used as a free-standing appliance,
the original worktop must be re-mounted.
The plinth on free-standing appliances is not adjustable.
Levelling
Good levelling is essential for correct closure and sealing of
the door.
When the appliance is correctly levelled, the door will not catch
on either side of the cabinet.
If the door does not close correctly, loosen or tighten the
adjustable feet until the machine is perfectly level.
820
570 - 600
600
IN05
Dimensions Width 60 cm
Height with worktop 85 cm
Height without worktop 82 cm
Max depth 61 cm
Electrical connection: Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the
Voltage inner edge of the dishwasher’s door on the right.
Overall power
Fuse
Water supply connection: cold water
Water supply pressure: Maximum 50 kPa (0.5 bar)
Maximum 800 kPa (8 bar)
Capacity 12 place settings
Technical specifications
This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:
- 73/23 or 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
- 89/336 or 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

Service and Spare Parts
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In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish
to purchase spare parts please contact your local Service
Force Centre by telephoning:
08705 929929
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service
Force centre covering your post code area.
For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further
information about Service Force, please visit the website at
www.serviceforce.co.uk
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you read the
details under the heading Something not working.
When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to
give the following details:
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model and serial number (found on the rating plate)
5. The purchase date
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee
documentation is required for in-guarantee service calls.
Customer Care
Department
For general enquiries concerning your Tricity Bendix appliance
or for further information on Tricity Bendix products please
contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone
at the address below.
Customer Care Department
Tricity Bendix
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel: [phone] (*)
*calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes

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Standard guarantee conditions
We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if within 12 months of the
date of purchase this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part
thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty
workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or
replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or
carriage on condition that:
●The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on
the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
●The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes
only, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
●The appliance has not been serviced, maintained repaired,
taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised
by us.
●All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by
a Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre.
●Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the
Company’s property.
●This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal
rights.
Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday
to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which
case a premium will be charged.
Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
●Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use
or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable
parts of glass or plastic.
●Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is
improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United
Kingdom.
●Appliances found to be in use within a commercial
environment, plus those which are subject to rental
agreements.
●Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are not
marketed by Tricity Bendix.
European Guarantee
If you should move to another country within Europe then your
guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the
following qualifications:
●The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your
product.
●The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent
for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for
this brand or range of products.
●This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to
another user.
●Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or
European free Trade Area.
●The product is installed and used in accordance with our
instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal
household.
●The product is installed taking into account regulations in
your new country.
Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care
centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home.
They will then ensure that the local service Organisation is
aware of your move and able to look after you and your
appliances.
France Senlis [phone]
Germany Nurnberg [phone]
Italy Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Slough [phone]
Ireland Dublin [phone]
Guarantee Conditions

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Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Washing
programmes" chart).
Test in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and
rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see "Washing programmes" chart).
Hints for test centres
Load: 12 standard place settings
Rinse aid setting
Rinse aid dispenser (type A): position 4 (type III)
Rinse aid dispenser (type B): position 5 (type III)
Detergent dosage: 5 g + 25 g (type B)
Arrangement upper basket Arrangement lower basket
Arrangement cutlery basket

Tricity Bendix, 55-77 High Street, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 1DZ
Customer care telephone number...
08705 950 950
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