Whirlpool ADG 8532 User manual

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ADG 8532 Quick Reference Guide
Before using the dishwasher, read the user instructions!
WH/I/B/GB
(We reserve the right to make technical modifications)
Add regeneration salt
Only add regeneration salt immediately before
starting a wash programme.
Add rinse aid
Time and failure display 3)
Indicates in hours the time remaining until the start
of the wash cycle. Switches off when the
programme starts and indicates the time remaining
in hours and minutes.
“F....” Identification of faults for service technician
“Delayed start” button
The wash cycle can be programmed to start after
1-24hours.Witheachsuccessivetouchofthebutton,
the delayed start indicator increases by 1 hour, and
after 24 returns to 00. Then press the Start button.
The dishwasher will start at the set time.
“Half load” button
The half load cycle can be used for the upper and
lower rack. Select the required programme then
press the “Half Load” button. The light comes on and
goes off at the end of the programme.
The “Half Load” function can be used with
programmes marked with an *.
1) Reference programme for energy label EN 50242;
2) Refer to “User instructions”; 3) Program data obtained in conformity with European standard EN 50242. Values may vary in relation to usage,
e.g.: different loads, water temperatures - above or below
15°C - as well as water hardness and power supply
voltage, etc.
Programme selector knob
On / Off button
Start button
Switches “on” when the dishwasher is operating.
Flashes when a fault occurs. Switches off at the end
of the programme.
Indicators
Options
Programme chart Detergent 2) Consumption 3)
Programmes Loading instructions A B Litres kWh Minutes
Pre-Rinse cold Crockery to be washed later. - - 5.0 0.02 10
Rapid 30 min 40°C Lightly soiled crockery with no
dried-on food. X - 13.0 0.70 30
Normal 1) (*) 50°C Normally soiled crockery. X X 16.0 1.05 160
Normal (*) 65°C Normally or heavily soiled crockery. X X 16.0 1.65 100
Intensive 70°C Recommended programme for
heavily soiled crockery, especially
suitable for pans and saucepans. X X 17.0 1.90 135
Important information for Test Laboratories:
For detailed information on the EN comparison test and other tests, contact the following address:
“[email protected]”.

WH/II/B/GB
How to use the appliance
Further indications are given in the single chapters and in the user instructions.
Press the ON / OFF button.
Compartment A:
With each wash cycle.
Compartment B:
For programmes with pre-wash only.
Mechanical indicator lamp C.
Electric indicator on control panel (if provided).
On models with water softener
system only.
Mechanical indicator lamp D. Electric
indicator on control panel (if provided).
Refer to the dishwasher loading instructions.
The last programme selected will light up.
Select the desired programme (using the specific button or knob).
The corresponding indicator lamp lights up.
If necessary (and if provided).
The corresponding indicator lamp lights up.
The selected programme is
then memorised (even in the
event of power failure).
- Only open the dishwasher if necessary
(Warning: beware of hot steam).
- If the appliance is switched off during a
wash cycle, when switched on again it
will resume the cycle from where it was
interrupted.
Only after the START button has switched off: Press the ON / OFF button.
All the indicator lamps switch off.
Warning: When the door is opened steam comes out!
Unload the appliance, starting from the lower rack.
Switch on the appliance
Fill the detergent dispenser ABC
Check the rinse aid level
Check the
regeneration salt level
Load the racks
Close the dishwasher door,
turn on the water tap
Select a programme
Select additional options
Press the Start button
“Change programme in progress”
Press the START button for 2 sec. until the
Start indicator lamp switches off.
Select another programme and press the
START button again.
Wash cycle
Switch off the appliance
Turn off the water tap,
unload the racks

WH/III/GB
Dishwasher loading instructions and racks provided
depending on the model
Upper rack:
Crockery holder (A):
Depending on the position, for long-handles utensils,
cups and plates.
Glass holder (B):
Long-stemmed glasses.
Long-handled utensils (e.g. carving forks, knives)
must be arranged with the sharp end facing in
towards the appliance.
Half Load:
Load the upper rack only. Place the cutlery basket (C),
if provided, in the upper rack.
Rack height adjustment (also when loaded):
Lower adjustment: Pull the two rack handles
(D) outwards and lower
the rack.
Upper adjustment: Pull the two rack handles
(D)upwards until therack
clicks into place (factory
setting).
The rack must be level on both sides.
Removing the top rack to provide clearance for
large items of crockery in the bottom rack:
Open the rack guide retainers (E) on the right and left
and remove the top rack.
When the upper rack is in place the retainers must
always be closed.
Lower rack:
Depending on the model
with fixed or tilting plate
holders (F).
Half Load:
Load the lower rack only.
Greater washing power,
particularly for plates and
saucepans.
Cutlery basket (G):
Grid (H) to keep items separate.
Sharp knives and forks that might cause injury
must be placed in the cutlery basket with the
sharp end facing downwards.
Only use dishwasher-proof crockery and dishes. Do not use the appliance for items not suitable for
washing in a dishwasher, for example wooden items, aluminium, tin, hand-decorated crockery
(unglazed), silver cutlery.
A
B
D
CD
E
Retainer
closed
Retainer
open
E
F
F
H
GC

WH/IV/GB
What to do if...
If a fault occurs, before contacting our After-Sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem (* see
also the corresponding chapter in the user instructions).
Problem Cause Remedy
The appliance is not
working • No water supply. • Open the tap.
• The appliance does not load sufficient
water. • Clean the water supply tap filter. • Ensure there are no kinks in the water hose.
• There is a power failure. • Insert the plug into the mains socket.
• Press the Start button.
• Close the door.
• Check the safety circuit breaker.
• Starting the selected programme. • The programme can be set to “0” to start.
If crockery is not
perfectly dry • Insufficient rinse aid. •Increasedosage*.
• Residual water in cavities. • Load crockery at an angle.
If crockery is not
perfectly clean • The water jet does not reach the
crockery. • Arrange crockery so that items do not touch each other. Load crockery upside down.
• Insufficient detergent. • Follow recommended detergent dosage.
• Unsuitable programme. • Select a more intense wash cycle.
• Spray arms blocked. • The spray arms must be able to turn freely.
• Spray arm nozzles clogged. • Remove any impurities obstructing the water flow *.
• Incorrect detergent/detergent too old. • Use a good quality detergent.
Sandy or grainy
residues • Clogged filters. • Check filters regularly/if necessary clean *.
• Filters incorrectly assembled. • Insert the filter correctly *.
Colour of plastic parts
faded • Tomato/carrot juice, ... • Depending on the material, if necessary use a
detergent with a greater whitening power.
Deposits on crockery
•Removable • Streaks on the crockery/glasses. • Increase the rinse aid dosage *.
• Streaks on glasses. • Reduce the rinse aid dosage *.
• Layer of salt on crockery/glasses. • Close the salt container lid properly *.
• Not removable • Insufficient water softening, calcium
deposits. • Change water hardness setting, if necessary add salt *.
Opaque glasses/ glasses
not sparkling • Cannot be washed in the dishwasher. • Use suitable glasses.
Rust on cutlery • Not made of stainless steel. •Usesuitablecutlery.
Identifying appliance
faults • The START indicator lamp flashes.
• Indicator F... (if provided). • Ensure the filter assembly is not clogged and that there is no interruption to the water supply
(if necessary, clean the filters *). Start the programme
again. Press the START button for 2 seconds, until the
START indicator lamp switches off. Select a new
programme and press the Start button again.
If after carrying out the above checks the malfunction persists or appears again, turn the appliance off and turn off the water
supply tap, then call our After-Sales Service (see guarantee).
Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following:
• The nature of the fault
• The appliance type and model
• The service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate)
inside the door on the right-hand side.