Whirlpool ADP 6945 User manual

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ADP 6945 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
“Half load - Multizone” button
Load the upper or lower rack only.
This function can be used with any programme.
Press once = upper rack (the symbol comes on)
Press twice = lower rack (the symbol comes on)
Press 3 times = Off (half load function deactivated).
When washing without the top rack, press the
“Half Load” button twice, or “Lower rack wash”
(relative symbol lights up).
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.
Antibacterial rinse 4)
This function adds an antibacterial rinse at the end of
thewashcycle,therebyguaranteeingaperfectlyclean
and sanitized load. The lamp will light up when the
function is activated. If the temperature is not
maintained during the antibacterial cycle (e.g. if the
doorisopenedandremains open for a long time), the
lamp will start blinking to indicate that sanitation is
not guaranteed.
1) Reference programme for energy label EN 50242
(Liter = 13.0, kWh = 1.05, Min. = 170);
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.
4) The bacteria removal efficiency has been tested by the
Institut Pasteur de Lille (France), based on the NF
EN 13697 standard of November 2001.
5) These programmes can be used with the Antibacterial
rinse option.
Programme selection button
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
Wash cycle
Pre-Rinse Washing Drying
Options
Programme chart Detergent 2) Consumption 3)
Programmes Loading instructions A B Litres kWh Minutes
Sensor max 1) 5) 40-70°C Lightly,normallyorheavilysoiled,also
suitable for pans and saucepans. X X 7.0-17.0 0.99-1.58 65-170
Pre-Rinse cold Crockery to be washed later. - - 4.0 0.03 14
Glass 40°C Light soiling, for example glasses and
cups. X - 10.0 0.80 55
Quickwash 40°C Lightly soiled crockery with no
dried-on food. X - 10.0 0.65 30
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.
If using combined action dishwasher
tabs, follow the user instructions!
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 (see description of Options). 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 (see
description of Options).
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.