ZANKER ZKS5450I User manual

Geschirrspüler ZKS 5450 I
Dishwasher
Lave-vaisselle
Afwasmachine
Bedienungsanleitung
Instruction book
Mode d’emploi
Gebruiksaanwijzing

PID37GB
18
CONTENTS
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 19
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 20
Positioning, water outlet connection, water supply connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 20
Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 20
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 21
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 21
The water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 22
Use of rinse aid, use of detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 23
Loading the machine, use of the lower basket, use of the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 24
Adjusting the height of the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 25
Helpful hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 26
Washing programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 27
Operating sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 28
Maintenance and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 29
Cleaning the central filters, cleaning the large filter, internal and external cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 29
Prolonged periods of non-operation, frost precautions, moving the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 29
Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 30
Building-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 31
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS Width 46.6 cm
Height 81.8 ÷ 87.8 cm
Max depth 55.5 cm
Max depth with door open 111.4 cm
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Voltage 220 - 230 V/50Hz
MOTOR RATING DURING WASHING 200 W
POWER OF HEATING ELEMENT 2800 W
OVERALL POWER 3000 W
WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE minimum 0.5 bar
maximum 8 bar
CAPACITY (STANDARD IEC PLACE SETTINGS) 8
CONSUMPTION: Water 17 lt
Electricity 1.1 kW/h
This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:
- 73/23 of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
- 89/336 of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

It is most important that this instruction book
should be retained with the appliance for future
reference.
Should the appliance be sold or transferred to
another owner, or should you move house and
leave the appliance, always ensure that the book
is left with the appliance in order that the new
owner can get to know the functioning of the
appliance and the relevant warnings.
These warnings are provided in the interest of
safety. You MUST read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
■Unplug the appliance and turn off the water after
use.
■If the appliance is supplied with obvious damage,
consult the supplier before installing it.
■Any plumbing work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified plumber or
competent person.
■Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
■This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Children should not be allowed to tamper with
controls or play with the product.
■Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable or on
the water inlet and drain hoses.
■These dishwashers are designed to be used for
washing normal household utensils. Items that are
contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron debris,
corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals are not to be
washed in a dishwasher.
■Under no circumstances should you open the door
whilst, the appliance is in operation. Always turn off
the appliance before opening the door.
However, the dishwasher features a special safety
device which cuts off the water inlet, should the door
be accidentally opened, thus avoiding water leaks.
■Never touch the heating element during or
immediately after the end of the washing cycle.
■When finishing loading or unloading close the door,
as an open door can be a hazard.
■It is dangerous to lean or to sit on the dishwasher
door: the appliance could tip over.
■Built-in dishwashers only: the appliance must be
secured to the underside of the worktop using the
brackets provided. Failure to do this could result in
an unstable appliance which may cause damage or
injury.
■Under no circumstances should you attempt to
repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning.
■This appliance should be serviced only by an
authorised Service Centre.
■Before disposing of the appliance, disconnect the
water hose, cut the electrical cable and ensure that
the door cannot close.
■For proper disposal of the appliance, contact your
local waste collection service.
WARNINGS
PAV05GB
19

PIN22GB
20
Remove all packaging before positioning the
machine.
Positioning
If possible, position the machine next to a water tap
and a drain.
This dishwasher features fill and drain hoses which
can be turned either to the left or the right to suit the
installation.
Water outlet connection
The end of the drain hose can be connected as
follows:
- to the sink outlet siphon, securing it if necessary
with a clip:
- To a wall outlet provided with vent-hole, minimum
internal diameter 4 cm.
The waste connection must be at a height of between
30 cm (minimum) and 100 cm (maximum) from the
floor.
It makes no difference which way the drain hose
faces, either to the right or left of the dishwasher.
Avoid bending or kinking the hose as this could
prevent or slow down the discharge of water.
If you use a drain hose extension it must be no longer
than 2 metres and its internal diameter must be no
smaller than the diameter of the hose provided.
Likewise the internal diameter of the couplings used
for connection to the waste outlet must be no smaller
than the diameter of the drain hose.
Water supply connections
This dishwasher may be fed with either hot (max.
60°C) or cold water.
Nevertheless we advise you a cold water supply.
A hot water supply is not always efficient with very
soiled crockery as it shortens the washing pro-
grammes a lot.
For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted
to the machine's supply hose is designed to screw
onto either a 3/4 inch gas thread spout, or to a
purpose-made quick-coupling tap such as the Press-
Block.
The water pressure must be within the limits given in
the technical specifications, as it will not function
correctly if pressure is outside these specifications.
The water supply hose is fitted with a safety device,
which prevents water from entering the machine
should the inner hose split, due to wear.
The problem is signalled by a red or yellow indicator
which appears in window (B -➀ ➁).
If this happens, close the water tap and have the hose
replaced.
Warning: the retaining ring (A - ➀ ➁) must be proper-
ly fitted so as to avoid water leaks.
Note: Only for water supply hoses with lock-fast
safety device to prevent inadvertent loosening.
To detach the hose press yellow lever (C - ➁) and turn
the retaining ring anti-clockwise.
Note: the end of the hose
connected to the machine
can be positioned as re-
quired, by simply slacken-
ing the retaining ring.
Re-tighten the ring securely
to avoid water leaks.
Avoid bends or kinks in the hose, which could prevent
or slow down the flow of water.
If the machine is connected to new pipes or pipes
which have not been used for a long time, you are
advised to run the water for a few minutes before
connecting the inlet hose. This will prevent deposits of
sand or rust clogging the inlet hose filter.
Electrical connection
Before plugging the appliance into the wall socket,
make sure that:
1. the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage given
in the technical specifications;
2. the meter, fuses, mains power supply and wall
socket can all take the maximum load required.
Make sure that the socket and plug are compatible
without having to use any type of adapter. If necessary,
have the domestic wiring system socket
replaced.
Safety standards require the appliance to be
earthed.
The Manufacturer accepts no liability for failure to
observe the above safety precautions.
B
A
B
A
C
CA13
12
CS05
min 30 cm max 100 cm
+ 2 m max
min 4 cm
Ø 21
Ø 18
Ø 18 Ø 21
CA06
INSTALLATION

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1. ON/OFF pushbutton
ON
By depressing this pushbutton the machine starts
operating
OFF
When the washing programme has finished, the
machine stops automatically
To stop the machine at any time, press the same button
again.
2. “BIO” pushbutton
This button allows selection of the so called biologic
programmes, suitable for the new compact detergents
containing enzymes.
The combination Bio-programmes and new compact
detergents offers you, at a temperature as low as
50°C, the same washing results of the stronger pro-
grammes at 65°C with traditional detergents.
3. Programme guide
This is a summary of the washing programme chart to
help you to select the correct programme.
4. Programme marker
5. Programme selector dial
To select a programme, turn the programme selector
dial clockwise, making sure that the programme letter
you wish to select corresponds with the programme
marker on the control panel.
USE
12 3 4 5
Control panel
In this fully integrated appliance the controls are located on the top of the door. When selecting a programme, the
door needs to be partially opened.

PAA23GB
22
The water softener
Water contains varying amounts of lime and mineral
salts depending on the area in which you live: these
are deposited on the dishes leaving white marks.
The higher the content of these salts, the harder your
water will be. The «hardness» level is measured on 2
equivalent scales: German degrees or French
degrees. Contact your local Water Authority to find the
exact water hardness level for your area.
The dishwasher is equipped with a softener which
uses special dishwasher salt to provide lime-free
(softened) water. The softener can treat water hard-
ness up to 90 French degrees via 5 adjustment levels.
Find on the table below the level corresponding to the
hardness of your water and the required adjustments:
*The water softener is factory set at level 2 as this suits most users.
** If you use phosphate free detergents containing enzymes, use salt
starting from 4°dH (7°TH).
Level 1
If your water is «level 1» it is already soft and there-
fore there is no need to use salt.
Levels 3 and 5 (water softener adjustment)
If your water is level 3 or 5, proceed as follows:
slide out the lower basket and unscrew the cap of the
salt container; turn the two-position selector anticlock-
wise from position -to position +with the aid of a
knife or a screwdriver.
Levels 4 and 5 (adjustment on the machine)
If your water is level 4 or
5, open the door and turn
the selector on the upper
left-hand corner of the
machine from position 1 to
position 2.
With a water hardness of level 5 both adjustments
must be made.
Important
Salt MUST be used regularly from level 2 upward.
Filling with salt
Only use salt designed specifically for use in dish-
washers. Other types of salt contain high percentages
of other substances which may reduce the efficiency
of the softener.
Unscrew the cap of the salt container.
Fill the container with 1 litre
of water (this operation is
necessary only the first
time).
Place approximately 1 kg of
dishwasher salt inside us-
ing the funnel provided (see
figure).
Replace the cap making sure that there is no trace of
salt on the screw thread or on the gasket.
Screw the cap on tightly.
If you have inadvertently spilled salt select a wash
programme immediately after.
All that is then required is to periodically top up the
container with salt. You are reminded of this by a
green refill indicator on the cap of the salt container.
When the green indicator disappears, the water soft-
ener needs refilling with salt.
The salt container always has some water inside
which will normally overflow when refilling with salt.
Caution
Only fill with salt just before starting one of the com-
plete washing programmes (not Rinse and Hold pro-
gramme). This will prevent any grains of salt or salty
water, which may have been spilled, remaining on the
bottom of the machine for any period of time.
This could cause corrosion.
Water hardness
Level Use of
salt
Water
softener
adjustment
Adjustment
on the
machine
°dH
German
degrees
°TH
French
degrees
0- 7
8-21
22-28
29-39
40-50
0-14
15-39
40-50
51-70
71-90
1
*2
3
4
5
**NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
NO
YES
1
1
1
2
2
SALE
SALT
SALZ
SEL
SR09
12
AA03
AA01

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PBR07GB
Rinse aid
The use of this liquid ensures thorough rinsing, spot
and streak free drying, making the water run quickly
off the dishes for sparkling results. It is automatically
added during the hot rinse. The dispenser, which is
positioned inside the door, holds about 110 ml of rinse
aid, which is sufficient for 16-40 dishwashing pro-
grammes, depending upon the dosage setting.
Filling with rinse aid
Open the container by turning the lid (A) anticlockwise.
Add rinse aid until the container is completely full (ap-
prox. 110 ml). The indicator (B) will be completely
dark.
Top up with rinse aid when the indicator (B) becomes
clear (approx. 70 - 80 ml).
Remember to CLOSE the lid after every refill.
Caution
Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with an
absorbent cloth to avoid excess foaming during the
next wash.
Adjusting the Dose
According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust
the dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector
(C) (position 1 - minimum dose, position 6 maximum
dose). (Start from position 3). Gradually increase the
dose if there are drops of water or lime spots on the dish-
es after washing. Reduce it if there are sticky whitish
streaks on the dishes.
Caution: Do not put liquid detergent into the rinse aid
compartment
Use of detergent
Before starting any of the dishwashing programmes,
except for the Rinse and Hold programme, load the
detergent in the dispenser.
Use only tablets, powder or liquid detergents specifi-
cally designed for domestic dishwashers.
Unsuitable detergents (such as those for washing by
hand) do not contain the right ingredients for machine
washing and hamper correct functioning of the
machine.
To open the dispenser lid, pull the catch (D).
To help you to correctly
dose the right amount of
detergent, inside the con-
tainer there are two refe-
rence marks:
- MIN = 15 ml
- MAX = 30 ml
All the programmes with
prewash required a small
extra amount of detergent
to be poured over the dis-
penser’s lid as shown in
the picture.
The amount of detergent to be used varies depending
on how soiled the dishes are and the type of dishes
being washed. We recommend the amounts shown in
the programme chart .
After filling the dispenser with detergent, close
the lid.
At the end of any washing programme the lid is always
open, ready for the next wash.
Since not all detergents are the same, you should
also consult the instructions on the packet.
Remember that insufficient quantities of detergent will
produce poor washing results whereas an excessive
amount of detergent does not improve washing
results and is also wasteful.
Using no more than the correct amount of detergent
also contributes to reducing pollution.
Phosphate free detergents with enzymes
In these low-alkaline compact powders the environ-
ment unfriendly components have been replaced by
natural enzymes and other more biodegradable sub-
stances. The enzymes deploy their full dirt dissolving
power at a temperature as low as 50°C.
By choosing the Bio-programme you can therefore
achieve the same cleaning results that would other-
wise be achievable only with 65°C programmes and
conventional detergents.
These new compact powders are generally
phosphate-free. As phosphates have water softening
properties, we suggest you add salt to the salt
container even if the hardness of your water is as low
as 4 °dh (7 °TH).
This will avoid lime deposits on crockery and the inner
tub.
6
5
4
3
2
1
6
5
3
2
1
C
B
BR04 A
D
MIN
MAX
DE07
DE02

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Loading your machine
Before placing dishes in the machine, remove any
scraps of food from the plates to avoid clogging the fil-
ters and consequently reducing performance.
Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the
dishes.
Use of the lower basket
The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids,
plates (up to 27 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cutlery
etc.
Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged
around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the up-
per spray arm can turn freely.
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 upward.
Mix spoons with the other cutlery to prevent them
sticking together.
Place tea spoons and other small cutlery on the special
cutlery-rack on one side of the cutlery basket.
IEC 436 / DIN 44990
UI31
UI32
UI08

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25
Use of the upper basket
The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert
plates, saucers, dinner plates up to 20 cm in diameter),
salad bowls, cups and glasses; these should be
arranged as shown in the pictures. Glasses with
long stems can be placed upside-down in the raised
cup-racks.
Caution
When loading the dishes, ensure that you do not cover
the water inlet funnel in the middle of the upper basket.
Adjusting the height of the upper basket
If washing very large plates (over 27 cm and up to 31
cm in diameter) you can load them in the lower basket
after moving the upper basket to the higher position
as follows:
Move the front runner stops (A) of the upper basket
outward and slide the basket out.
Refit the basket in the higher position and replace the
stops (A) in their original position.
When the top basket is in the higher position it will on-
ly take plates up to 20 cm in diameter and you will not
be able to use the raised cup-racks.
IEC 436 / DIN 44990
US21
US20
US16
US16
A
RC01
Before closing the door, ensure that the spray
arms can rotate freely.

For best washing results
Before loading, remove all scraps of food and soak
very heavily soiled pots and pans.
Always arrange saucepans, cups and glasses etc. up-
side-down.
Tilt items with convex or concave surfaces so that the
water drains off easily.
Long items of cutlery such as ladles, carving knives
etc. should be positioned horizontally in the upper
basket.
Avoid contact between the dishes as far as possible;
correct arrangement of the items will give better
washing results.
Light items (plastic bowls etc.) should be loaded in the
upper basket and arranged so that they do not move
during washing.
Operating your dishwasher economically
and with regard for the environment
Do not prewash dishes under running water.
Place dishes in the machine immediately after every
meal and wait until the dishwasher is full before wash-
ing.
If necessary run the Rinse and Hold programme (see
«Washing programme» chart on the following pages),
so that any food scraps do not become caked on the
dishes while you are waiting to run the complete wash
programme.
If you use the modern «compact» powders containing
enzymes, we recommend that you select the Bio pro-
grammes at 50°C in place of the Normal 65°C pro-
grammes.
Select an economic programme when the baskets are
not very full and/or when the dishes are not very
soiled, following the instructions given in the «Wash-
ing programmes» chart.
You will improve drying results by leaving the dish-
washer door ajar for at least 15-30 minutes as soon
as the programme finishes.
If you find that drying results are acceptable even
without rinse aid, there is no need to use this product.
Dishwasher performance will not be affected.
Items not suitable for dishwashers
The following should not be washed in the dishwasher:
Cutlery or dishes with wooden or horn handles or
glued parts.
Handmade items, wooden objects, antiques or hand-
painted china.
Certain types of decoration can discolour when
washed in a dishwasher.
Crystal-ware and plastic objects, if not guaranteed
dishwasher-proof, should be washed by hand. You
are advised to place them in the upper basket and to
select a delicate programme.
Certain types of glass can also become opaque after
being washed several times in a dishwasher.
Silver cutlery tends to go black if mixed with steel cut-
lery. Place it in the cutlery basket separate from the
others.
Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other
items.
Aluminium tends to go black; copper, pewter and
brass tend to stain.
Caution: You are advised not to load very small
items which can fall through the baskets.
Note: When buying new dishes, ensure that they are
dishwasher-proof.
HELPFUL HINTS
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PTP40GB
27
23 g
23 g
23 g
23 g
23 g
5 g
5 g
/
/ / /
/
Programmes Type of
load Degree of soil
Starting position of the programmer
Required push- buttons in the
dispenser
on the door
on the
dispenser lid
Programme
duration
in minutes
Energy
consumption
in kWh
Water
consumption
in litres
Cycle description
Cold prewash Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse up to 65°C Hot air drying
Cold prewash Main wash up to 65°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse up to 65°C Hot air drying
Main wash up to 65°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse up to 65°C Hot air drying
Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse up to 65°C Hot air drying
Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse up to 55°C
1 cold rinse (to avoid food scraps from sticking to the crockery).
Recommended quantity of detergent Approximate consumption values ***
Pots - Pans Crockery
Pots - Pans Crockery
Normally or heavily soiled, also dried up and/or containing starch (i.e. pasta, rice, semolina, potatoes, egg, sauces, roast).
Normally or heavily soiled, also dried up and/or containing starch (i.e. pasta, rice, semolina, potatoes, egg, sauces, roast).
Lightly soiled, even dried up and containing starch (i.e. pasta, rice, semolina, potatoes, egg, sauces, roast).
Lightly soiled, even dried up and containing starch (i.e. pasta, rice, semolina, potatoes, egg, sauces, roast).
Lightly soiled, not dried up (i.e. meat, cooked or uncooked v egetables, milk coffee, drinks).
Partial load to be completed later. This programme does not require any detergent.
Crockery, party crockery
*Normal
programme 65°
(with prewash)
Normal
programme 65°
(without prewash)
* Bio
programme 50°
(with prewash)
Bio
programme 50°
(without prewash)
** Quick
programme 50°
Rinse & Hold
A
B
A
B
C
D
Washing programmes *Testing programmes according to IEC 436/DIN 44990
- Normal programme with detergent typeAand Bio programme with detergent type B; - Recommended setting of rinse aid: 3. - Standard place settings: 8 - Recommended quantity of detergent: 23 g in the dispenser
5 g over the dispenser lid
** This is a special programme for quick washing (approx.36 minutes) a full load of lightly soiled dishes,
glasses and crockery (except pots) so that you may re-use them promptly. Due to the shortness of this programme, no drying phase is provided.
*** These specifications are indicative values and depend on the pressure and temperature of the water,
and also on voltage modification.
1,1 17
64
1,1 14
58
1,0 17
64
1,0 14
58
0,8 16
36
0,1 11
10
BIO
BIO
BIO

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Operating Instructions
1. Check that the filters are clean
(see cleaning instructions)
2. Check that there is salt and rinse aid
3. Load the dishes
Remove any scraps of food.
Pull the lower basket out and arrange the saucepans,
plates and cutlery in it.
Pull the upper basket out and arrange the plates,
saucers, glasses and cups etc. in it.
Slide the baskets back into the machine.
Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely.
4. Measure out detergent
Pour the required amount of detergent into the
dispenser according to the indications in the «Wash-
ing programmes» chart and close the lid.
5. Set the programme
The selection of a programme occurs with the door par-
tially opened.
Turn the programme selector dial clockwise until the let-
ter of the programme you wish to select corresponds
with the programme marker on the control panel.
6. Select the temperature
Select the temperature according to the instructions in
the «Washing programmes» chart (see "Required
pushbuttons").
When the “BIO” button is
depressed, the prewash is
with cold water and the
main wash at 50°C, suit-
able for compact and tablet
detergents containing en-
zymes.
If the “Bio” pushbutton is not depressed, the prewash
is with cold water and the main wash at 65°C.
7. Start the programme
Insert the plug into the wall socket.
Open the water tap.
Depress the ON/OFF pushbutton and close the door:
the machine will start.
If you wish to interrupt the wash at any time open the
door and press the button again.
To restart the machine, depress the same button
again and close the door, the programme will continue
from the point where it was interrupted.
8. At the end of the washing programme
At the end of the washing programme the dishwasher
will stop automatically.
When the programme has finished you are advised to
unplug the appliance and turn off the water taps.
Open the door and wait a few minutes before removing
the dishes; in this way they will be cooler and drying will
be improved.
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.
Caution
In general it is not advisable to open the door while the
machine is working; if the door is opened however, a
safety device ensures that the machine stops.
Care must be taken if opening the door, as steam
will escape.
SO 32
A
Stop
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Cleaning the central filters
(After each wash)
Inspect the central filters (B) and (C) and remove any
scraps of food with a brush, under running water.
Filters (B) and (C) are both removed by lifting up the
outer one (B) (pulling the central funnel upwards); the
smaller filter (C) can then be removed by pressing the
two tongues (D).
Once cleaned, refit the filters by pressing them down
until they click into place.
Cleaning the large filter
(Once a month)
Clean the large filter (A) on both sides under running
water, using a brush.
To take it out, remove the spray arm by pressing the
two tongues (E), turn the ring (F) anticlockwise
(towards the left) and then slide the whole part out.
Refit the filter following the above instructions in
reverse order.
Caution: the dishwasher must not be used
without filters.
Incorrect repositioning of the filters will produce
poor washing results.
Cleaning of the filters is vital to ensure correct
operation of the machine.
Internal and external cleaning
You must ensure that the seals around the door, the
detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned
regularly with a damp cloth.
We recommend you carryout a maintenance wash
every 3 months, by running a 65° C wash programme
without dishes or using a specific dishwasher cleaner.
Check that the spray arm nozzles are not obstructed.
To remove the bottom spray arm, release it from its
securing catches and pull it out.
To clean the nozzles of the top spray arm, slide out
the top basket whereby the spray arm will become
accessible. To remove it, withdraw the central funnel
by pressing the two side tabs and unscrewing the
retaining ring.
Wash the spray arms under running water and refit
them in place.
Clean the external surfaces of the machine and
control panel with a soft damp cloth. If necessary use
only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products,
scouring pads or solvents (acetone, trichloroethylene
etc...).
Prolonged periods of non-operation
If you are not using the machine for any period of time
you are advised to:
unplug the appliance and turn off the water;
fill the rinse aid dispenser;
leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of
unpleasant smells;
leave the inside of the machine clean.
Frost precautions
Avoid placing the machine in a location where the
temperature is below 0°C.
If this is unavoidable, empty the machine, close the
water inlet tap, disconnect the water inlet pipe and
empty it.
Moving the machine
If you have to move the machine (you are moving
house etc...):
unplug it;
turn off the water tap;
remove the water inlet and discharge hoses;
pull the machine out together with the hoses.
Caution: avoid over tilting the machine during
transport.
MA02
B
DC
MA03
F
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SERVICING
Certain problems are due to lack of simple mainten-
ance or oversights and can be solved easily without
having to call out an engineer.
The machine will not start
■The door has not been properly closed.
■The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.
■There is no current at the socket. Check the fuse.
The machine will not fill with water
■The water tap is shut.
■The water supply has been cut off.
■The inlet hose is kinked.
■The water inlet hose filter is clogged.
The machine will not drain
■The drain hose is kinked.
■The sink drain is blocked.
■The drain hose extension is not correct.
■There is no air vent in the end of the drain hose.
The dishes are not clean (poor wash)
■The baskets are too full.
■The dishes have not been arranged properly.
■The spray arms do not rotate.
■The spray arm holes are clogged.
■The water inlet funnel in the centre of the upper
basket is covered by dishes.
■The end of the drain hose is submerged in waste
water (in the sink).
■The filters are clogged.
■The filters are not in position.
■Not enough detergent has been used or it is un-
suitable.
■The detergent is old or has gone hard.
■The washing programme selected is too gentle.
Visible lime deposits or white film on the
dishes
■The rinse aid has run out or too little is being used.
The machine is noisy
■The dishes are rattling against each other.
■The spray arms are knocking against the dishes.
The dishes are not quite dry
■The dishes have been left too long inside the
machine.
The door is difficult to close
■The dishwasher is not level or is not properly built-in.
If, after the above checks, the fault persists, call your
local Service Centre. Please make sure you give the
model and serial number of the appliance. This infor-
mation can be found on the rating plate located on the
right-hand side of the dishwasher door (see picture).
Original spare parts can be purchased from Service
Centres.
Protection against flooding
In order to prevent water floods, the machine has
been provided with two additional devices, having the
following characteristics:
1. In the water inlet hose (see water connection): the
device comes into operation as a result of any
damage to the water inlet hose and stops the water
inflow. It functions even with the machine off.
2. In the bottom of the machine: the device comes
into operation as a result of any water leaks in the
machine and it functions only with the machine on.
To repair the machine, call the Service Centre.
Prod.No. ........ Ser. No. .........
Mod. ........
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BUILDING-IN
Building-in features
This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen
counter or sink.
In either case, it is essential that the recess dimensions
indicated in the picture are followed.
No further openings for venting of the dishwasher are
required, but only to let the water fill and drain hoses
and power supply cable pass through.
The recess height may be anywhere between 820 and
880 mm from the floor since the dishwasher incorporates
levelling feet adjustable over a wide range (max 60 mm).
Adjust the height of the appliance by turning these feet.
A distance of 2 mm should be allowed between the
top of the dishwasher and the counter top.
Fitting the vapour protecting strip
Screw the vapour protect-
ing strip onto the front part
pf the worktop using 3.5 x 16
screws.
Fitting under a counter (kitchen worktop
or sink)
It is absolutely essential that the dishwasher is
disconnected from the electricity supply before gaining
access to any internal component.
Fitting the sealing strips to the sides of the
appliance To ensure closer contact with
the adjacent kitchen units, fit
the plastic sealing strips
down both sides of the front
of the machine before insert-
ing it into the recess.
Fit the dishwasher into the appropriate housing space
and connect it. Make sure that the water fill and drain
hoses and the power supply cable are not bent or kinked.
Fitting the panel onto the door
The door on this model is designed for the overlay of
a panel having the following dimensions:
Width: 446 mm
Height: 644 to 714 mm max
Thickness: 20 mm max
Weight: 1.5 to 6 kg max
Note:
The panel height should not be more than what
indicated, otherwise complete opening of the door will
no longer be possible as the panel hits against the
dishwasher plinth.
Mounting of decor panel onto the door
The height of the panel depends on the height of the
plinth of adjacent kitchen units (see kitchen plinth
adjustment). The panel must be fitted
with a handle, as the dish-
washer handle will be hid-
den by the panel.
Drill the panel with a Ø 2 x 12
bit according to the dimen-
sions indicated in the figure.
Fix the cross bar onto the panel using four 3.5x16
screws provided. Reduce the length of fixing screws
according to thickness of panel.
If for aesthetic matching the panel is provided with a
false drawer (fitted or carved on the panel itself), the
two brackets provided should also be used.
Fix the brackets according to
the measurements shown in
the figure, by using four 3.5 x
16 screws.
Mount the decor panel by
inserting the two pivots of
the cross-bar into the slot-
ted holes of the door.
Lift the decor panel until
perfect alignment with the
facia panel is obtained: if
the two brackets have also
been used, they will auto-
matically enagage in the
special holes provided on
the dishwasher door.
818 ÷878
555
446
450
820 ÷880
II33
max
0 ÷60mm
II06
148
446 max
360
30
II27
**
450 mm
450 mm
II37
A
A A
A
II23
40
446 max
391,5
==
30 40
30
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Once the correct position has been found, open the
door and fasten the decor panel on the lower section
by means of the two long 4 x 40 screws provided, us-
ing the holes through the inner door.
Securing under a counter
Secure the dishwasher to the counter on the front part
by means of two 3.5 x 16 screws provided (see fig. -
point A).
Important!
The dishwasher must be secured against tilting.
Therefore, make sure that the counter it is fitted
under, is suitably secured to a fixed structure
(adjacent kitchen cabinets, wall).
Attention!
When the dishwasher is secured to the kitchen
cabinets, do not drill any holes into the sides of
the machine.
Adjusting the door balance
After fitting the door panel, the adjustment of the door
balance may be necessary.
The door of the dishwasher is balanced when it is
open in any position.
For this purpose use the two front screws. Open the
door, remove the caps and screw or unscrew the
screws.
In this way the tension of the door balancing springs
is increased or decreased respectively. Insert the
caps again.
Attention!
The weight of the panel should be within the limits
given in the "dimensions of the panel", otherwise
balancing the door will not be possible.
Levelling
Make sure that the dishwasher door closes properly,
without rubbing on sides. Otherwise level the machine
by slightly screwing or unscrewing the two front feet
until perfect closure of the door is reached.
Kitchen plinth adjustment
To allow correct opening of
the door it is sometimes
necessary to cut the
kitchen plinth. Refer to the
cutting table below.
According to dimensions of
(a) and (b) as shown on
the figure, you will find on
the following table the
depth (x) of the cut to be
made on the plinth.
The dimensions (a) and (b) of the table are those
more frequently used in the kitchen furnitures.
A
II03
II10
II59
a
b
II15
45°
II09
170 160 150 140 130 120 110 100
136 131 125 118 110 100 93 85
135 131 125 118 110 102 92 85
137 132 125 118 110 102 94 85
138 134 128 120 110 104 95 85
139 130 124 115 105 98 88
138 129 120 110 100 90
135 125 115 105 95
/
/ /
/
40
50
60
70
80
90
100 / /
Height (a)*
Depth (b)*
X
X
450 mm
(minimum)
Dimensions of the cut on the plinth
*dimensions in mm

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