Instruction for Use

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Chart

(see at right for options description)

PROGRAM SELECTION

BUTTON

Push “P” button (repeatedly)

until selected program number

is shown on the display

(P1...Px) - see “Table of

programs” below.

START/RESUME BUTTON

Push this button to start the selected program: the

indicator lights up and goes off at the end of the program.

When the door is opened during a washing cycle, the

cycle is temporarily paused: the Start indicator blinks.

To resume the cycle push Start button and close

the door within 3 seconds.

CANCEL/OFF BUTTON

Push this button to switch off the control panel.

If pressed when a program is running it cancels the

program ongoing draining water for 1 minute

(0:01 is shown into the display).

If pressed when the dishwasher is switched off,

it drains any possible liquids from dishwasher

(1 minute process).

1) Program data obtained in conformity with European standard EN 50242, obtained under normal conditions (without any options) and may vary depending on

conditions. Differences of up to 20 minutes are possible with sensor programs as a result of the appliance’s automatic calibration system.

2) Reference program for energy label in compliance with EN 50242 regulations. - Note for Testing Institutes: for detailed information on the

EN/Standard loading comparison test and other tests, contact the following address: “nk_customer@whirlpool.com”.

3) The antibacterial action has been tested by the Institut Pasteur of Lille (France), based on the NF EN 13697 standard of November 2001.

Table of programs

Deter-

gent

Consumption

Drying

Phase

Programs

Available

options

Loading instructions

Litres kWh

Minutes

6th Sense

Power Clean

40-70°C

Delay

Multizone

Power Clean

Use for normal soiled dishes with dried-on

food. Senses the level of soiling on the dishes

and adjusts the program accordingly. When

the sensor is detecting the soil level an

animation appears in the display and the cycle

duration is updated. The Power Clean option

is activated automatically with this program.

To deactivate, press the Power Clean button

on the control panel.

X 7-14 1.00-1.65 80-165 Full

Pre Wash Cold

Delay

Multizone

Crockery to be washed later.

– 4.0 0.03 14 NO

Fragile 40°C

Delay

Multizone

Light soiling, for example glasses and cups.

X 10.0 0.85 100 Light

Rapid 45°C

Delay

Multizone

Lightly soiled crockery, with no dried-on

food.

X 11.0 0.80 30 NO

Eco

50°C

Delay

Multizone

Power Clean

Normally soiled crockery.

Energy-saving program.

X 11.0 0.92 240 Full

Fast Daily 60°C

Delay

Multizone

Normally soiled crockery.

X 10.0 1.30 80 Full

Silent 50°C

Delay

Multizone

Normally soiled crockery, gentle and quiet

thanks to the lower spray pressure (39 dBa).

X 13.0 1.20 290 Light

Intensive 65°C

Delay

Multizone

Power Clean

Recommended program for heavily soiled

crockery, especially suitable for pans and

saucepans.

X 14.0 1.60 145 Full

Steam

Delay

Multizone

Power Clean

Program including steam action dedicated for

heavily soiled crockery, pots and pans.

Soaking or hand pretreatment is no longer

needed.

X 14.0 1.70 180 Full

Hygiene

Delay

Multizone

Power Clean

Normally or heavily soiled crockery, with

additional antibacterial wash. Program

interruption (e.g. due to door opening) can

compromise elimination of germs.

X 13.0 1.50 118 Full

5019 300 00270

Options and display description

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ THIS

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS!

THE CONTROL PANEL OF THIS DISHWASHER ACTIVATES PUSHING ANY

BUTTON EXCEPT CANCEL/OFF BUTTON. FOR ENERGY SAVING THE

CONTROL PANEL DEACTIVATES AUTOMATICALLY AFTER 30 SECONDS IF

NO CYCLE HAS STARTED.

SALT INDICATOR

When lit (at the end of the cycle),

the salt reservoir needs to be

refilled.

RINSE AID INDICATOR

When lit (at the end of the cycle),

the rinse aid dispenser needs to be

refilled.

WASH TIME DISPLAY

Indicated the cycle duration and the remaining time (h:min). With “Delayed start” selected it indicates

the time remaining until program start (h.00) - below 1h (0:min).

If “Fx Ey” messages appears on the display, see page 6 - chapter “What to do if...”.

DELAYED START

BUTTON

Push the button

(repeatedly) to delay the

start of the program.

Adjustable from 1 to

24 hours. With each

press of the button, the

delayed start indicator

increases by one hour

and after 24 restarts from

0. Then press the START

button. The dishwasher

will start after the set

time.

MULTIZONE

Allows you to choose the washing

zones. Press this button (repeatedly)

to select the wash zones:

both racks

only lower rack

only upper rack

- indicator lits

TABLET SETTING

This setting allows to

optimize the cycle

performances according

the type of detergent

used. Push the Tablet

button for 3 seconds (until

the indicator lights up) if

you are using the

combined detergents in

tablet (rinse aid, salt and

detergent in 1 dose). If you

are using powder

detergent or liquid

detergent, the Tablet

indicator on the control

panel has to be off.

POWER CLEAN

Thanks to the additional power jets

this option provides a more intensive

and powerful wash in the lower rack,

in the specific area. This option is

recommended for washing pots and

casseroles (see page 4). Press this

button to activate Power Clean (the

indicator lights up).

For non Power Clean loading to

achieve best cleaning performances

and resources optimization, Power

Clean should be switched off.

Quick reference guide

Summary of content (8 pages)

PAGE 1
Chart Quick reference guide BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ THIS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS! (see at right for options description) PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON Push “P” button (repeatedly) until selected program number is shown on the display (P1...Px) - see “Table of programs” below. START/RESUME BUTTON Push this button to start the selected program: the indicator lights up and goes off at the end of the program.
PAGE 2
First time use How to set water hardness in order to always assure the best cleaning results Water hardness should be set only before the first wash or if water hardness has been changed Water hardness level is factory set for medium-hard water (level 4). Even if you use tablets which include salt functionality, you must still add regeneration salt since such detergents are not effective enough at softening hard water.
PAGE 3
Daily check Adding rinse aid (not necessary when you use tablets). How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator 2 Visual indicator If required, open the cover B (press the dedicated button). Check the rinse aid indicator to check the level into the dispenser. The rinse aid dosage can be adjusted to the detergent used. The lower the setting, the less rinse aid is dispensed (factory setting: position 4). Press the button to open the cover B.
PAGE 4
How to load the racks UPPER RACK - depending on the model 4 A - Adjustable flaps (2 or 4): in horizontal position for cups/long utensils/stemmed glasses. A - CLOSED A - OPEN TO OPEN A: B - Cutlery basket: can be placed in the upper rack when the “Half load/Multizone” option is selected. The Grid (F) should be removed. CLICK! C D How to remove the upper rack (if available) It could be useful to remove the upper rack to load bulky items in the lower rack.
PAGE 5
Select program 6 Overview of programs The max. possible number of programs is illustrated in the chapter “Chart”. The corresponding programs for your appliance can be found on the panel (page 1). Choose program according to the attached table of programs (page 1). Duration of the program depends on the external conditions in the apartment, temperature and pressure etc. Wash cycle 7 The dishwasher door must be closed and the water tap open. To pause the program (e.g.
PAGE 6
What to do if... If a fault occurs, before contacting the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem. Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, quickly restoring normal appliance operation. How the faults are shown on the display: Function number “F”x - blinking The appliance... ...is not working/will not start - The appliance must be switched on. - Check the household circuit fuse if there is no power supply.
PAGE 7
What to do if... Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions... ...salt indicator lit - Use tablets for soft water. - Set “Tablet” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up. ...have deposits: regeneration salt residue - Water too hard. - In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2, “How to set water hardness”). - Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
PAGE 8
What to do if... Disconnect the mains plug If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty). Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following: - the description of the fault, - the appliance type and model, - the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side: Precautions and general recommendations 1.