INSTRUCTION MANUAL GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS
Contents 1. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Safety and operating instructions ___________________________ 2 Installation and hook-up __________________________________ 7 Description of the controls _______________________________ 10 Operating instructions ___________________________________ 19 Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 32 Troubleshooting _______________________________________ 36 Thank you for choosing one of our products.
Installation instructions 1. Safety and operating instructions THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE; IT MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER FOR FUTIRE REFERENCE. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE INSTALLATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE APPLIANCE. IN THE EVENT OF SALE OR TRANSFER, ENSURE THAT THE MANUAL ALWAYS ACCOMPANIES THE APPLIANCE.
Installation instructions THE APPLIANCE MUST BE PROVIDED WITH AN EARTH CONNECTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE TO EARTH THE APPLIANCE OR FROM A DEFECTIVE EARTH CONNECTION. DURING THE INSTALLATION THE APPLIANCE MUST BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE NETWORK.. DO NOT INSTALL THE APPLIANCE IN A PLACE SUBJECT TO FREEZING.
Installation instructions IF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD, A CIRCUIT BREAKER PROVIDING A FULL DISCONNECTION IN OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION CLASS III MUST BE INSTALLED IN AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE POSITION ON THE SUPPLY LINE. THE DISHWASHER MUST ALWAYS BE CONNECTED TO THE WATER SYSTEM USING NEW HOSE SETS. IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER, PERFORM A QUICK TEST OF THE APPLIANCE.
Installation instructions THE DISHWASHER MEETS ALL THE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT BY THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE CONCERNING SAFETY AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. ANY TECHNICAL CHECKS SHOULD BE CONDUCTED EXCLUSIVELY BY TRAINED AND AUTHORISED TECHNICIANS: REPAIRS CARRIED OUT BY UNAUTHORISED PERSONS WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY, AS WELL AS POSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE USER. IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT, DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND SHUT OFF THE WATER TAP.
Installation instructions AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO THE IDEPENDENT MANAGEMENT, IT IS POSSIBLE TO DELIVER THE EQUIPMENT WHICH HAS TO BE DISPOSED OF TO THE DEALER, AT THE MOMENT OF PURCHASING A NEW EQUIVALENT DEVICE AT THE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT DEALERS WITH A SALES AREA OF AT LEAST OF 400 M2.
Installation instructions 2. Installation and hook-up Remove the polystyrene basket retainers. Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source, fit the special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the appliance.
Installation instructions 2.1 Water supply connection Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance. The dishwasher must always be connected to the water system with new hoses; old or used hoses must never be reused.
Installation instructions DRAIN CONNECTION Insert the dishwasher’s drain hose into a drain pipe having a diameter of at least 4 cm, or alternatively, place it inside the kitchen sink using the plastic support provided, taking care not to crush or excessively bend the hose. It is important to prevent the hose from coming loose and falling. For this purpose, the plastic support is equipped with a hole for tying it to the wall or water tap.
User instructions 3. Description of the controls 3.1 Front panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the front panel. Programming and option selection are only possible with the door closed. 1 ON/OFF BUTTON AND WARNING LIGHT 2 OPTION SELECTION BUTTONS AND WARNING LIGHTS 3 “CHILD LOCK” ACTIVATION BUTTONS 4 START/PAUSE BUTTON 5 PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON 6 PROGRAM LIGHTS 7 LEDS: salt / rinse aid, program phases and delayed start. 8 HANDLE TO OPEN THE DOOR N.B.
User instructions 3.2 Control leds In this area there are control LEDs for the washing progression state, salt and rinse aid lack warning, and delayed start. Salt lack warning indicator (on some models only) Water hardness adjustment on indicator light (on some models only) Rinse aid lack warning indicator The four LEDs have double function: - Once the program is running, they highlight the following phases: pre-wash (if present), wash, rinse, drying.
User instructions PROGRAMS TABLE PROGRAMME NUMBER & SYMBOL 1 RAPID 27’ DURATION LOAD CROCKERY AND CUTLERY PROGRAM PROGRESS CONSUMPTION MINUTES (1) WATER LITRES POWER kWh (1) Dishes with light dirt, washed immediately after use Wash at 38°C Rinse at 50°C 27 6,5 0,70 ECO (*) Crockery and cutlery normally soiled Cold prewash Wash at 50°C Rinse at 40°C Dry 142 9,7 0,65 3 ECO Dishes with normal dirt, even with dried-on residues.
User instructions QUICK TIME PROGRAMS (ENERSAVE option non available) (see relevant section for explanation of functioning modes) PROGRAMME NUMBER E SYMBOL 6 SOAK + 7 DELICATE QUICK DURATION LOAD CROCKERY AND CUTLERY PROGRAM PROGRESS Pans and dishes awaiting completion of the load WATER LITRES POWER KWh (1) Cold prewash 15 3,5 0,02 Delicate dishes with normal dirt. Cold prewash Wash at 50°C Cold rinse Rinse at 70°C 65 12,5 1,15 Dishes with normal dirt, washed immediately after use.
User instructions 3.3 Washing programs The dishwasher is equipped with a control panel, described in chapter "3. Description of the controls", from which it is possible to carry out all the power switch-on, switch-off and programming operations. Before starting a washing program make sure that: • The water supply tap is open. • The correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser. • The baskets have been correctly loaded. • The spray arms are able to rotate freely and without obstruction.
User instructions END OF PROGRAM At the end of the program the beeper sounds briefly and the program lights 4 and 5 (marked "end") flash. INTERRUPTION A PROGRAM To interrupt a program in progress: • • press the START/PAUSE button (4); the light of the program in progress remains on (confirmation beep); you may now restart the program by pressing button (4) again until it restarts, or change or annul the program (see "CHANGING A PROGRAM", or "ANNULLING A PROGRAM").
User instructions In case that the door is opened during the operation, to the next door closing it is going to be necessary to start the program as shown in paragraph “STARTING THE PROGRAM”. The program will resume from the point in which it was interrupted. In case that the tub temperature is higher than 50°C the program will start about 30 seconds later.
User instructions Flexi Tabs Specifically for washing with combination detergents in tablets, which also contain salt and rinse aid (3in1) or other agents such as glass protector, steel rinse aids, etc. (4in1, 5in1…). When this option is selected, salt and rinse aid will not be dispensed even if the relative compartments contain them. If the containers are empty, the lights will remain on.
User instructions TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT • • • • • Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded. Do not wash the dishes in running water. Use the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of load. Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing. If available, connect the dishwasher to a hot water supply up to 60°C. TO CUT DOWN ON DETERGENT CONSUMPTION! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT The phosphates contained in dishwasher detergents are harmful to the environment.
User instructions 4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: • • • 4.1 Adjust the water softening system (on some models only); Add the regenerating salt (on some models only); Add the rinse aid and detergent. Using the water softening system (on some models only) The amount of scale contained in the water (water hardness index) can cause whitish staining on the dry dishes, which tend to become dull over time.
User instructions • Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. • When necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed by the water; the prolonged presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion.
User instructions WATER HARDNESS TABLE WATER HARDNESS German French degrees (°dH) Degrees (°dF) 0-6 0 - 11 7 - 10 12 - 18 11 - 15 19 - 27 16 - 21 28 - 37 22 - 28 38 - 50 29 - 35 51 - 62 36 - 50 63 - 90 SETTING All lights off (no salt) One light on Two lights on Three lights on Four lights on Five lights on Two lights on Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply.
User instructions ADDING THE RINSE AID The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the final rinse cycle, from the container situated on the inner side of the door. To add rinse aid: • Open the door. • Rotate the container cap anticlockwise by ¼ of a turn and remove it. • Add the rinse aid until the container is full (approximately 140 cc).
User instructions ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press the button P. Add the detergent and close the cap carefully. During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically. • • • • • • When a program with hot prewash is selected (see program table), extra detergent must be placed in the cavity G/H (depending on models). Use only detergents specially formulated for dishwashers. For optimal washing results it is important to use a good quality detergent.
User instructions The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. 4.3 General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and their loading. There are generally no constraints on the washing of domestic dishes, but in certain cases it is necessary to take their characteristics into account.
User instructions WARNING! • • • • • Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the washing cycle. Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall and obstruct the spray arms or the wash pump. Containers such as cups, bowls, glasses and pots should always be loaded with the opening facing downwards and with any cavities at an angle, to allow the water to drain out.
User instructions 4.4 Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 14 place-settings, including serving dishes. LOWER BASKET The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and should therefore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degree of soiling. All types and combinations of loads are permitted, provided that the dishes, pots and pans are arranged with all the soiled surfaces exposed to the water jets coming from the bottom.
User instructions LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to leave a gap between them. Loading examples: CUTLERY BASKET The basket has removable top grids into which items of cutlery should be inserted to keep them properly spaced and allow water to pass between them effectively.
User instructions The cutlery basket slides across the dishwasher and can be placed in any position to allow optimal use of the space in the bottom basket. TOP CUTLERY BASKET The basket is designed to take cutlery, placed in the spaces provided, and long utensils, positioned lengthwise. The “drawer” extraction system makes the basket easier to load, but it can also be taken completely off its runners by removing the retainers (as shown here).
User instructions UPPER BASKET It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls and light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is used in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving dishes, provided they are only slightly soiled. LOADING THE UPPER BASKET Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must always be facing downwards.
User instructions Depending on the models, the basket may be equipped with some or all of the following accessories: Supports for cups or long objects (ladles, spoons…), on the left; can be tipped to the vertical position when not in use. Long-stemmed glass holder, on the left; to use, simply lift and fix onto the hooks provided. Cutlery racks, on the right, designed for knives and teaspoons; for teaspoons, pull out the sliding support. The racks can be tipped to the vertical position when not in use.
User instructions ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The height of the top basket can be adjusted to allow large dishes or pans to be placed in the bottom basket. The sides of the basket must always be set at the same height. • Raise the basket by pulling on the top edge (1), to the first or second catch depending on the height required. • To lower the basket, first release it by pulling the release lever (2).
User instructions 5. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the electrical supply or switch off the all-pole disconnection device. 5.1 General warnings and recommendations Avoid the use of acidic or abrasive detergents. Clean the outer surfaces and door-lining of the dishwasher regularly using a soft cloth moistened with water or with a normal detergent suitable for painted surfaces. Clean the door gaskets with a damp sponge.
User instructions CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT • • • • It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter C and, if necessary, to clean it. To remove the filter, grip the tabs, turn them anticlockwise and lift upwards; push the centre filter D from the underside to remove it from the micro-filter: separate the two parts which make up the plastic filter by pressing the body of the filter in the zone shown by the arrows; remove the centre filter by lifting it upwards.
User instructions BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE: • • • Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes. Plug the power cord back into the socket. Reconnect the water intake hose and open the tap again.
User instructions If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check that: • • • there is rinse aid inside the special container; the rinse aid dispenser setting is correct; the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its effectiveness (for example, through incorrect storage, with the box left open). If the dishes show signs of streaking, staining, etc., check that: • the rinse aid dispenser setting is not too high.
User instructions 6. Troubleshooting The dishwasher is capable of signalling a number of faults through the simultaneous illumination of several indicator lights, with the following meanings: FAULT DESCRIPTION E1 Acquastop failure The anti-flooding system has been activated (for the relevant models only). The system is tripped in case of water leaks. Contact the after-sales service. E2 Safety level The system which limits the water level inside the dishwasher has been tripped.
User instructions FAULT DESCRIPTION Turbine flow-regulator malfunction (for the relevant models only) The appliance is not able to "measure" the amount of water loaded accurately. Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. If the problem persists, contact the after-sales service. E7 E8 Alternate washing system malfunction Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher.