QB 5311 User manual Dishwasher
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Safety information 3 Operating instructions Safety information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.
Product description • Keep children well away from the dishwasher when the door is open. 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.
Control panel 5 6 7 8 9 5 Rinse aid dispenser Rating plate Filters Lower spray arm Upper spray arm Internal light This appliance has an internal light that comes on when you open the door and goes off when the door is closed. WARNING! Visible led radiation, do not stare into the beam. Internal light equipped with LED lamp CLASS 2 in accordance with IEC 60825-1: 1993 + A1: 1997 + A2: 2001.
Control panel • selecting within option menu and submenu. Display 1 This row of individual lamps is divided in two sections: Program menu and Options menu. Washing programmes: during the progress of the programme these little bars indicate the phase of the washing programme: prewash - main wash - rinses - drying.
Control panel Option menu 7 Option submenu DELAY START Allows the start of the selected washing programme to be delayed for between 1 and 19 hours. The countdown will decrease with steps of 1 hour. Only in the last hour the decrease is in minutes. Once the countdown has elapsed the washing programme will start automatically. MULTITAB Sets the dishwasher for the use of conventional detergents or combi detergent tablets (3 in 1 - 4 in 1 - 5 in 1 etc...). See MULTITAB function. – ON function activated.
First use 3. If you want to set a different language use the up and down scrolling buttons until the required language appears in the display. Press OK / START to confirm.
Use of dishwasher salt 9 Setting manually The dishwasher is factory set at position 2. 1. Open the dishwasher door. 2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher. 3. Turn the water hardness dial to position 1 or 2 (see table). 4. Replace the lower basket. Setting electronically The dishwasher is factory set at level 5. Enter Option menu - SETTINGS - WATER HARDNESS .
Use of rinse aid You are reminded of this by a displayed message REFILL SALT . This occurs only at the start and at the end of the washing programme; during the running of the programme the indication for salt refilling is not active. The refilling salt message can remain visible for 2-6 hours after the salt has been replenished, assuming the dishwasher remains switched on. If you are using salts that take longer to dissolve then this can take longer. The function of the machine is not affected.
Daily use 11 This occurs only at the start and at the end of the washing programme; during the running of the programme the indication for rinse aid refilling is not active. Adjusting the dosage of rinse aid According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (position 1= minimum dosage, position 6= maximum dosage). The dose is factory set in position 4.
Loading cutlery and dishes • Plastic items and pans with non stick coatings have a tendency to retain water drops; these items will not dry as well as porcelain and steel items. • Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they do not move. For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes are not suitable: are of limited suitability: • Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother- • Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it of-pearls handles.
Loading cutlery and dishes 13 To make it easier to load larger dishes, all rear plate racks in the lower basket can be folded down. The cutlery basket WARNING! 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. Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives. To ensure that all items of cutlery in the cutlery basket can be reached by the water, you should: 1.
Loading cutlery and dishes 2. Place forks and spoon in the cutlery basket with their handles pointing downwards. For larger utensils, such as whisks, leave off one half of the cutlery grid. The cutlery basket can be opened out. Always make sure that you put your hand around both parts of the two-part handle when removing it from the dishwasher. 1. Place the cutlery basket on a table or work surface. 2. Open out the two-part handle. 3. Remove cutlery.
Loading cutlery and dishes You can replace the beer glass holders with 2 supplied cup racks. You can use them as: • cup shelves • champagne glass holders. Do these steps to remove beer glass holders 1. Pull upwards and push lightly on the hooks from below. 2. Use the hooks to attach cup racks onto the horizontal bar. You can remove the support that fix the beer glass holders or cup racks if necessary. 1. Use the thumbs to push the support back.
Loading cutlery and dishes 2. Push them forwards to fix the support again. WARNING! Do not hold the support with the hand. This can cause injury. Place the hand under the support on the lower basket. The upper basket Place long, pointed items of cutlery in the knife drawer. Load smaller and fragile crockery in the upper basket. • Arrange items of crockery on and under the folding cup racks so that they are offset from each other and water can reach all items.
Loading cutlery and dishes • For glasses with long stems, fold the glass rack to the right, otherwise fold it away to the left. • The row of spikes on the left of the upper basket is also in two parts and can be folded away. Spikes not folded away: place glasses, mugs etc. in the upper basket. Spikes folded away: more room for serving dishes.
Use of detergent 1. Pull out the upper basket completely. 2. Holding the upper basket by the handle, raise it as far as it will go and then lower it vertically. The upper basket will latch into the lower or the upper position. WARNING! After loading your machine always close the door, as an open door can be a hazard. Before closing the door, ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely. Use of detergent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers.
Multitab function 19 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. 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 take effect during the prewash phase. 4. When using detergent tablets, place the tablet in compartment (1) 5. Close the lid and press until it locks in place.
Washing programmes Once the programme is running, the "Multitab function " can NO longer be changed. If you want to exclude the "Multitab function " you have to cancel the programme setting and then deactivate the "Multitab function ". In this case you have to set a washing programme (and desired options) again. If the drying results are not satisfactory we recommend that you: 1. Fill up the rinse aid dispenser with rinse aid. 2. Activate the rinse aid dispenser. 3.
Washing programmes Normal soil Crockery and cutlery 45° GLASS Normal soil Delicate crockery and glassware PREWASH Any Partial load (to be completed later in the day)7) 0,1 4 Crockery and cutlery 1,2- 1,3 13 - 14 12 - 13 Water (litres) 55° 1 HOUR EXTRA SILENT Normal soil 14 - 15 - 11 - 12 Crockery and cutlery - 0,8 -0,9 1,0 - 1,2 1,0 - 1,1 Energy (kWh) Normal soil - ENERGY 6) - - Duration (minutes)2) Consumption values 1) Drying Final rinse Programme description Intermediate r
Select and start a washing programme Select and start a washing programme 1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms are free to rotate. 2. Check that the water tap is opened. 3. Press the ON/OFF button. 4. Select the washing programme. ( See "Washing programmes chart" ). 5. If required, postpone the start time of the washing programme. 6. Set, if required, the options. 7. Press the OK / START button and close the door, the washing programme will start automatically.
Unloading the dishwasher 23 The dishwasher's drying system is provided with a device that allows air to circulate inside the dishwasher to prevent residual steam recondensing on the dishes as water droplets. Once the washing programme has ended this device operates intermittently for other 20 minutes, as long as the dishwasher is switched on. If the ON/OFF button is pressed or the door is opened during these 20 minutes, the device will be automatically cancelled. 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2.
Care and cleaning 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, and remove the filter system. 3. Turn the handle about 1/4 a turn anticlockwise and remove the filter system. 4. Take hold of the coarse filter ( A ) by the handle with the hole and remove from the microfilter ( B ). 5. Clean all filters thoroughly under running water. 6.
What to do if… 25 If residues of soil have clogged the holes in the spray arms, remove them with a cocktail stick. External cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc....). Internal cleaning Ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth.
What to do if… Display message and malfunction Possible cause and solution • intermitted audible signal • message OPEN THE TAP in the display The dishwasher does not fill with water • The water tap is blocked or furred with limescale. Clean the water tap. • The water tap is turned off. Turn the water tap on. • The filter (where present) in the threaded hose fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked. Clean the filter in the threaded hose.
Technical data 27 The wash results are not satisfactory The dishes are not clean • The wrong washing programme has been selected. • The dishes are arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded. • The spray arms do not rotate freely due to incorrect arrangement of the load. • The filters in the base of the washing compartment are dirty or incorrectly positioned. • Too little or no detergent has been used.
Installation Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain. Building-in This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen counter or work surface. It is essential that the recess dimensions indicated in the illustration are followed. The height of the recess where the dishwasher is to be installed can vary between 820 and 880 mm from the floor since the dishwasher is fitted with adjustable feet (max. 60 mm).
Installation Adjusting the height of the plinth It is important for the dishwasher to be absolutely horizontal so that the door seals properly. The adjustable feet are to be turned to the left or right until the dishwasher is horizontal. If there is a space at the bottom of the machine, this can be covered by lowering the plinth. Adhesive steam protection foil Fit the steam protection onto the front part of the worktop along the entire width.
Water connection washer since this could damage the hydraulic components. WARNING! The dishwasher must be secured to the underside of the worktop or to adjacent units by using the brackets supplied. Neglect to do this can cause injury or damage. Under no circumstances may holes be drilled through the sides of the dishwasher since this could damage the hydraulic components. Water connection Water supply connections This appliance can be connected to either a hot (max. 60°) or cold water supply.
Electrical connection 31 The waste connection must be at a height of between 30 cm (minimum) and 100 cm (maximum) from the bottom of the dishwasher. The drain hose can face either to the right or left of the dishwasher. Ensure the hose is not bent or squashed as this could prevent or slow down the discharge of water. The sink plug must not be in place when the machine is draining as this could cause the water to syphon back into the machine.
Environment concerns Environment concerns The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
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