User manual Dishwasher VA4511AT
Contents Safety information ................................... 2 Product description ................................ 3 Control panel .......................................... 4 First use ................................................. 5 Set the water softener ............................ 5 Use of dishwasher salt ............................ 6 Use of rinse aid ....................................... 7 Daily use ................................................. 8 Load cutlery and dishes ..............
Installation • Check your dishwasher for any transport damage. Never connect a damaged machine. If your dishwasher is damaged contact your supplier. • All packaging must be removed before use. • Any electrical and plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified and competent person. • For safety reasons it is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 On/Off button Digital display Delay start button Programme selection buttons Indicator lights Function buttons Indicator lights Salt Comes on when the special salt has run out. Rinse aid Comes on when the rinse aid has run out. End Comes on when a washing programme has ended.
Press the On/Off button; if a programme button light comes on the last performed or selected programme is still set. In this case, to return to setting mode, the programme has to be cancelled. To cancel a set programme or a programme in progress Simultaneously press and hold the two function buttons B and C until all the programme button lights come on. The programme has been cancelled and the machine is now in setting mode.
Water hardness Adjusting the water hardness setting Use of salt °dH °TH mmol/l manually electronically 37 - 42 65 - 75 6,5 - 7,5 2 level 8 yes 29 - 36 51 - 64 5,1 - 6,4 2 level 7 yes 23 - 28 40 - 50 4,0 - 5,0 2 level 6 yes 19 - 22 33 - 39 3,3 - 3,9 2 level 5 yes 15 - 18 26 - 32 2,6 - 3,2 1 level 4 yes 11 - 14 19 - 25 1,9 - 2,5 1 level 3 yes 4 - 10 7 - 18 0,7 - 1,8 1 level 2 yes <4 <7 < 0,7 1 level 1 no Setting manually The dishwasher is factory set a
5. Replace the cap tightly turning it clockwise until it stops with a click. Do not worry if water overflows from the unit when filling with salt, this is quite normal. The salt indicator light on the control panel can remain illuminated for 2-6 hours after the salt has been replenished, assuming the dishwasher remains switched on. If you are using salt that takes longer to dissolve then this can take longer. The operation of the machine is not affected. 4.
Reduce it if there are sticky whitish streaks on the dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife blades. Daily use • Check if it’s necessary to refill with dishwasher 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. Helpful hints and tips Sponges, household cloths and any object that can absorb water may not be washed in the dishwasher.
Load cutlery and dishes The lower basket The lower basket is designed to take saucepan, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc... Service dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the spray arms 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.
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 racks so that water can reach all surfaces. Maximum height of the dishes in: the upper basket the lower basket With upper basket raised 20 cm 31 cm With upper basket lowered 24 cm 27 cm To move to the higher position proceed as follows: 1. Pull out the basket until it stops. 2.
2. Fill the detergent dispenser (1) with detergent. The marking indicates the dosing levels: 20 = approximately 20 g of detergent 30 = approximately 30 g of detergent. 1 2 3. All programmes with prewash need an additional detergent dose (5/10 g) that must be placed in the prewash detergent chamber (2). This detergent will be used during the prewash phase. When using detergent tablets; place the tablet in compartment (1) 4. Close the lid and press until it locks in place.
2. Adjust the water hardness setting to the highest setting and perform 1 normal washing programme without loading any dishes. 3. Adjust the water hardness setting according to the hardness of the water in your area. 4. Adjust the rinse aid dosage. Select and start a washing programme Select the washing programme and delay start with the door slightly opened. The start of the programme or the countdown of the delay start will occur only after the closure of the door.
• Water may appear on the sides and the door of the dishwasher as the stainless steel will eventually become cooler than the dishes. When the washing programme has finished, it is recommended that the dishwasher is unplugged and the water tap turned off.
Care and cleaning Cleaning the filters The filters must be checked and cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters will degrade the washing result. Warning! Before cleaning the filters ensure that the machine is switched off. 1. Open the door, remove the lower basket. 2. The dishwasher filter system comprises a coarse filter (A), a microfilter (B) and a flat filter. Unlock the filter system using the handle on the microfilter. 3.
1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water. 2. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any unpleasant smells. 3. 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 appliance door, disconnect the water inlet pipe and empty it. Moving the machine If you have to move the machine (moving house etc...): 1. Unplug it. 2. Turn the water tap off. 3.
Malfunction Possible cause and solution • The dishwasher door has not been properly closed. Close the door. • The main plug is not plugged in. Insert the main plug • The fuse has blown out in the household fuse box. Replace the fuse. • Delay start has been set. If dishes are to be washed immediately, cancel the delay start. The programme does not start Once these checks have been carried out switch on the appliance and close the door.
Electrical connection - Voltage Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the dishwasher door. Water supply pressure Minimum Maximum 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) 0,8 MPa (8 bar) Capacity 9 place settings Hints for test institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Consumption values").
Arrangement cutlery basket Installation Warning! Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person. Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain. This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen counter or work surface.
designed to screw onto a 3/4" 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 data". Your local Water Authority will advise you on the average mains pressure in your area. The water inlet hose must not be kinked, crushed, or entangled when it is being connected.
When connecting the drain hose to an under sink trap spigot, the entire plastic membrane (A) must be removed. Failure to remove all the membrane will result in food particles building up over time eventually blocking the dishwasher drain hose spigot Our appliances are supplied with a security device to protect against the return of dirty water back into the machine. If the spigot of your sink has a "no return valve" incorporated this can prevent the correct draining of your dishwasher.
the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc.
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