Dishwasher User’s Manual DDN25402W DDN25402X USA EN 150 0001 01 00_BEKO_E5_USA/ 01-12-21.
To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use. CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 5 2. RECYCLING 3 4.1 UPPER RACK ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER BASKET 4.2 LOWER RACK 4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 8 10 12 18 5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER 19 6. OPERATING THE PRODUCT 20 6.
A INTRODUCTION Please read this user manual and particularly the safety instructions completely and carefully. They will save you time and effort and help to ensure optimum dishwasher performance. Be sure to observe all listed warnings and cautions. Look particularly for the icons with exclamation marks inside. The information icon will also provide important references. A A C WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• • • • • • • • • Use only detergents or rinse aids recommended for use in a household dishwasher and keep them in a dry place out of the reach of children. Check that the detergent dispenser is empty after the completion of each wash program. Dishwasher detergents contain chemicals that can cause sickeness and may be if they are inhaled or swallowed. Also, be careful when opening the door due to hot steam that is producded during operation.
A WARNING:If your dishwasher is equipped with internal illumination, lamp should only be replaced by the Authorized Service Agent in case of failures that may occur on the lamp. A WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic) which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. 2. RECYCLING • • • For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Note: Nickel is a component in all stainless steel and some other metal components.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 1. Upper basket 2. Upper impeller 3. Lower impeller 4. Cutlery basket 5. Door 6. Model and Serial Tag 7. Control panel 8. Detergent and rinse aid dispenser 9. Lower basket 10. Filters 11. Salt container (Select Models) 12. Upper basket rail 13. Upper cutlery basket (Select Models) 14. Tabletop (Select Models) 15.
4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 1. Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. 2. Remove coarse food leftovers from tableware. 3. Now you can load the dishwasher.
Lower rack 6 2 4 3 3 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 4 4 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 5 3 4 3 2 4 4 2 3 3 2 3 4 4 2 2 2 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 Upper cutlery basket (Select Models) 4 2 3 4 3 5 4 2 3 Additional loading pattern for 10 place setting Upper rack 6 USA
Upper rack without upper cutlery basket (Select Models) 6 4 3 2 3 2 1 1 1 1 2 1: Salad Fork 2: Teaspoon 3: Dinner fork 4: Knife 5: Serving spoon 6: Serving fork Lower rack without upper cutlery basket (Select Models) 1 3 1 4 4 2 2 2 2 2 5 Cutlery basket 5 5 4 USA 3 3 5 5 5 5 3 4 3 1 1 4 7 3 2 5 4 4 1 1 3 3 2 1 2 1 2 2 3 3 4 5 5 4 1 4 2 2 2 2 2 5 4 1 1 4 3 1
A A • • • • • • A 4.1 UPPER RACK CAUTION:Large knives and other utensils with sharp tips and edges must be placed horizontally into the upper rack due to risk of injury. Other smaller knives and sharp utensils should be placed with sharp side down in the cutlery basket. Load the upper rack with dessert plates, cups, glasses etc. CAUTION:Use extreme caution when removing knives and other sharp utensils from the dishwasher.
COLLAPSIBLE UPPER BASKET WIRES (Select Models) You can use collapsible wires when you need a larger space for your dishes in the upper basket of your machine. To bring the collapsible wires into horizontal position, grab the wire from the middle position and push them in the direction of arrow in the figure. Place your larger dishes into the area created. To bring the wires back to vertical position, just lift them up.
UPPER BASKET MULTIFUNCTION SERVICE RACK (Select Models) Thanks to the upper basket multi-function service rack on the upper basket of your appliance, you may load and wash long service-ware and kitchen-ware easily. Also, the wineglass securing compartments available on the front side of this accessory allows easier placing of the stemware with proper sizes on the upper basket. You may remove the upper basket multifunction service rack by lifting it upwards when you do not want to use it.
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER BASKET 1. (Select Models) Upper basket height adjustment mechanism is designed so that you can create wide spaces on the upper or lower compartment of the machine by adjusting the basket upwards or downwards either while it is empty or full. Thanks to this mechanism, you may use your basket in three different positions, namely lower, center or upper positions. To lower the basket, perform the following while the basket is at uppermost position; 1.
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER BASKET (Select Models) The upper basket height adjustment mechanism has been designed for you to create large spaces in the lower or upper sections of your machine depending on your needs by adjusting the height in the upper or lower direction while your basket is empty or loaded. Thanks to this mechanism, you can use your basket in three different positions, namely lower, middle and upper positions (1, 2, 3). 1.
HEIGHT SETTING (Select Models) In certain models, the height setting of the upper rack may be changed using the wheels which are present at two height levels. A CAUTION:Make sure that the rack is empty. Changing the height setting while the rack contains tableware could cause the contents to dislodge, causing personal injury or damage to the tableware. 1. Release the latches on both the right and left tracks of the upper rack by turning them to the outside A. 2. Pull out the rack completely B. 3.
COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET TINES (Select Models) There are foldable tines (A) located at the lower basket of the machine are designed for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc. You can create larger spaces by folding each tines individually or all of them at once. COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET TINES (Select Models) There are foldable tines (A) located at the lower basket of the machine are designed for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc.
SILVERWARE BASKET (Select Models) Silverware basket is designed to wash your dishes such as knife, fork, spoon, etc. in a cleaner manner. Since the cutlery basket can be moved (A, B), you can create a wider space while placing your dishes to the lower basket and free up space for your dishes in different sizes. C SILVERWARE BASKET (Select Models) Silverware basket is designed to wash your dishes such as knife, fork, spoon, etc. in an efficient manner.
TRAY WASH SUPPORTS (Select Models) Use the supports to wash trays in the bottom basket. See the Auxiliary functions section for appropriate program and function selection. SOFTTOUCH ACCESSORY (Select Models) The SoftTouch Accessory found in the lower basket of your machine enables a safe washing for your fragile glasses. LOWER BASKET GLASS HOLDER (Select Models) Lower Basket Glass Holder found in the lower basket of your machine enables a safe washing for your oversized and tall glasses.
BOTTLE AND DISH HOLDER ON THE LOWER BASKET (Select Models) Bottle and dish holder (A) on the lower basket is designed to facilitate washing dirty kitchenware with narrow openings and with greater height. After bringing the foldable wires to horizontal position, you may place your bottles on the bottle holders. Secure your bottles by clamping them with the bottle holder clip as shown in the figure below.
CEILING CUTLERY BASKET (Select Models) Ceiling cutlery basket is designed to wash your cutlery items such as forks, spoons and etc. by placing them between the bars on the basket. When the central tray is in the lower position, you can load long/high items such as coffee cups, ladles, etc. on the tray. When the side trays lean on two side walls, the handle can be pulled to allow the central tray to rise and the system to be locked.
4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE • Place all containers such as cups, glasses and pots into the dishwasher with the opening facing downwards (so that no water can collect). • The movement of the spray arms must not be hindered. • Do not overload your dishwasher. • Only with suitable dishes (mentioned in section 5) will you obtain optimal washing results with a sensible use of energy.
5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER • • • • • • • • • Do not wash sponges or dish cloths in dishwasher. Do not wash art and craft articles in dishwasher. Disposable plastics and disposable aluminum cannot withstand high temperatures; do not wash them in the dishwasher. • • Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron and cast iron that can rust and stain other utensils and damage the interior stainless steel liner of the dishwasher and void the warranty.
6. OPERATING THE PRODUCT C 1 NOTICE: If you do not perform any operation after switching on the machine, it will be automatically switched off within 5 seconds. 2 3 4 5 6 13 12 7 11 1. On/Off key 2. Program Selection / Program Cancel (3 seconds) key 3. Function keys & indicators F1 Half Load Function F2 Sanitize Function F3 Super Rinse function F4 Fast Function 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
6.1 KEYS On/Off key When you press On / Off key, indicator lights illuminate on the display for ON position. The lights turn off in OFF position. Program Selection / Program Cancel key Press this key until the desired program appears in the program indicator. To cancel the running program open the door of the product. Press and hold the Program Selection / Program Cancel keys for 3 seconds.
23 USA + + 128 20,2 5,30 - - 75 15,2 3,80 Dry Sanitize Duration (minutes) Water (liters) Water (gallons) Quick&Shine 3 2,59-5,86 9,8-22,2 110-153 + + + + 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 142-157 61-67 122-131 50-55 Medium 3,12 11,8 58 - + + - 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 160 71 117 47 Few - Medium Suitable for cleaning Suitable for regular, lightly and fresly daily, or typical use to soiled dishes while completely wash and saving time.
6.4 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Washing programs of your dishwasher are designed to obtain the best cleaning effect, considering the type of the soiling, soiling degree and properties of the dishes to be washed. Auxiliary functions allow you save from time, water and power. Auxiliary functions may cause changes in the program duration. C C Auxiliary functions are not suitable for all washing programs. Indicator of the auxiliary function that is not compatible with the program will not be active.
Automatic Detergent Detection Feature The product has a feature to automatically detect the type of the detergent and adjust the washing programe and drying system to the best performance. If special tablet detergent is used, the programe duration can be extended by 20 minutes in order to optimize the washing and drying performance. To deactivate: 1. After turning on the machine, press Time Delay and P+ keys simultaneously. Keep them pressed until the countdown 3, 2, 1 is completed on the display. 2.
4. Close the door of your machine after setting the Delayed Start. Once the delay time is over, the selected program will start automatically. Changing the settings while Time Delay function is active While the Time Delay function is activated, you cannot make changes in the washing program, auxiliary functions or the duration of delay time. Program and auxiliary functions cannot be set/changed after the program has started.
6.7 CANCELLING THE PROGRAM Adjusting the amount of rinse aid 1. After turning on the machine, press Time Delay and P+ keys simultaneously. After the countdown (3, 2, 1) is displayed keep the keys pressed for a while. 2. Press P+ to move to position (P) on the display. 3. Set to the appropriate level with the Time Delay key. 4. Press On / Off key to save the setting. Open the door of the product press and hold the Program Selection / Program Cancel keys for 3 seconds.
C C For energy saving, the machine is automatically turned off following the completion of the program or if the program is not started. Leave your dishes in the machine for about 15 minutes to allow them cool down after they are washed. Your dishes will dry in a shorter time if you leave the door of your machine ajar during this period. This process will increase the drying effectiveness of your machine.
7. DETERGENT You can use powder, liquid/gel or tablet detergents in the machine. Only use in the machine the detergents produced particularly for use with dishwashers. We recommend you not to use detergents that contain chlorine and phosphate as they are harmful for the environment. A C 7.1 ADDING DETERGENT C A Pay attention to the warnings on the detergent packaging to get better washing and drying results. Contact the manufacturer of the detergent for further questions.
3. Push the lid of the detergent dispenser to close it. A "click" will be heard when the lid is closed. 1 if the water hardness level is above the mentioned level. The best washing performance in dishwashers is obtained by using detergent, rinse aid and water softening salt individually. C 2 3 C C C Use powder or liquid/gel detergent in short programs without prewash since the solubility of the tablet detergent changes depending on the temperature and time. 7.
7.3 RINSE AID C 1. 4. If there are stains on tableware items after washing, level must be increased and if there is a blue trace after wiping them by hand, it must be decreased. This is set to position 3 as factory default. The rinse aid used in dishwashers is a special combination that aims to increase drying efficiency and prevent water or lime stains on the washed items.
8. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM (Select Models) Cleaning, rinsing and drying performance of your dishwasher will increase when water softening system is adjusted properly. Adjust the new water hardness level according to the Water hardness level instruction in this booklet. Use the test strip supplied with the product according to the steps given below to determine hardness level of your supply water. a b c 1 min. d e f 1 Second 1 Minute Remove the test strip from the packet.
1. Firstly, take the lower basket out to add softening salt. 2. Turn the salt reservoir lid counterclockwise to open it (A, B). illuminate continuously although it is not necessary to use salt. If you use salt under this condition, salt will not be consumed and the Salt indicator will not illuminate. If you move your house, it is necessary to readjust water hardness level of your machine by considering the information given above according to the hardness level of the supply water in your new location.
10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE A A C You can put about 4.4 Pounds of softening salt into the salt reservoir. C You need to add salt right before starting the machine. Thus, the overflowing salty water will be flushed immediately, preventing the risk of corrosion in machine. In cases where you would not start washing immediately, run your machine empty in the shortest program. 5. Replace the lid and tighten it when the reservoir is full.
10.1 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER EXTERIOR A 10.2 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER INTERIOR CAUTION :Possible dishwasher damage: Abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, abrasive cloths (paper towels) can damage the dishwasher decorative door. Cleaning the control panel: Use only soft cloth that is lightly dampened with mild detergent. Clean the control panel only with a moist cloth and clear water.
10.3 CLEANING THE FILTERS Clean the filters at least once a week in order for the machine operates efficiently. Check if food residues are left on the filters. If there are food residues on filters, take them out and clean well under running water. 1. Turn the micro filter (1) and coarse filter (2) assembly counterclockwise and pull it out from its seating. 3. Press the two pawls on the coarse filter inwards and separate the coarse filter from the assembly. 4.
10.4 CLEANING THE HOSE FILTER Damages on the machine that may be caused by impurities coming from the urban supply water or your own water installation (such as sand, dirt, rust, etc.) can be prevented by means of the filter attached to the water inlet hose. Check the filter and the hose regularly and clean them if necessary. 1. Turn off the tap and remove the hose. 2. After taking out the filter, clean it under running tap water. 3. Place the cleaned filter back to its seat in the hose. 4.
Check if the holes on the lower impeller assembly are clogged. If they are clogged, remove and clean the impeller assembly. (Select Models) C To remove and clean the lower impeller assembly together, hold by one hand from the (C) points shown in the figure and pull up to remove. After cleaning, follow these steps in reverse order to reinstall the impeller assembly. Do not try to rotate the impeller by holding its ends.
11. TROUBLESHOOTING Machine does not start. • Power cable is unplugged. >>> Check if the power cable is plugged in. • Cicuit Breaker is blown. >>> Check the Cicuit Breaker in your house. • Water is cut. >>> Make sure that the water inlet tap is open. • Door of the machine is open. >>> Make sure that you have closed the door of the machine. • On / Off button is not pressed. >>> Make sure that you have turned on the machine by pressing the On / Off button.
• • • Machine is unloaded right after the program is over. >>> Do not unload your machine right after washing process is completed. Slightly open the door and wait for evacuation of the steam inside for a while. Unload the dishes after the pieces cool down to a touchable level. Start unloading process from the lower basket. Thus, dropping of water remained on a piece at upper basket onto the pieces at lower basket is prevented. Selected program is unsuitable.
There is a different odor in the machine C A new machine has a peculiar odor. It will fade out after a couple of washing. Filters are clogged. >>> Check if the filter system is clean. Clean the filter system regularly as illustrated in section “Cleaning and Care”. • Dirty dishes are kept in dishwasher for 2-3 days. >>> If you are not going to start the machine right after you have put the dishes into it, remove the remnants on the dishes and run the Prewash program without detergent every 2 days.
dishes in a way that will not prevent the detergent dispenser lid from opening and the water going into the machine from impellers. • Detergent is stored under unsuitable conditions. >>> If you are using powder detergent, do not store the detergent package in humid places. Keep it in a closed container if possible. For ease-of-storing, we recommend you to use tablet detergents. • Wash Arm holes are clogged. >>> Lower and upper Wash Arm holes might be clogged with food remnants such as lemon pips.
Foam forms in the machine. • Dishes are washed with hand-wash detergent by hand but not rinsed before placing them into the machine. >>> Hand-wash detergents do not contain antifoam. There is no need to hand-wash the dishes before placing them into the machine. Removing the coarse soil on the dishes under tap water, with a sponge or towel. • Rinse aid has spilled into the machine when adding rinse aid. >>> Take care that rinse aid is not spilled in the machine when you are filling it.
13. WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE BEKO DISHWASHERS The warranties provided by Beko in these statements only apply to Beko dishwashers sold to the original purchaser or homeowner in the US and Canada. The warranty is not transferable. To obtain warranty service, please contact our nearest distributor as listed by state and province. You will need your dishwasher model number, serial number, retailer name and address, where purchased and purchase date / installation date.
This product is fully tested and went through official quality assurance inspections before leaving the original manufacturing site. Warranty terms for this Beko household appliance is not valid if the product is altered, tampered, modifed, additional parts assembled, fixed and re-packed by an authorized distributor, servicer, a third party retailer, reseller or by any other unauthorized person(s).
