Contents Important information Important notes Before first use Using your dishwasher Starting a programme Changing a programme Cancelling a programme Buzzer sound control Save Power Mode Detergent information Salt information Softener adjustment Rinse aid information Dishwasher basket information Standard loading and test data 20 Programme listing Care and Maintenance 23 Error codes...
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Appliance information: Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee purposes. Appliance Model Serial Number This appliance has been designed for domestic use only.
CE marking. Availability of this manual in an alternative format: A soft copy of this manual is available for download from www.cda.eu. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU.
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Important • Read the instructions prior to installation and use of the appliance. • Do not lean or climb on the open dishwasher door, to prevent damage. • Close the dishwasher door after use to prevent accidents. • Use only detergents, salt and rinse aid specifically designed for dishwashers.
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• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Run a hot programme without any dishes in the dishwasher. Control Panel 50 C 65 C 50 65 C 40 C Half Load Salt CDI6121 Rinse Aid On/Off Programme Delay Timer Half Load 5 6 7 On/Off button To switch the power to the dishwasher on or off, press the ‘On/Off’...
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Delay timer button The dishwasher is equipped with a variable delay timer which can be set between 1 hour and 19 hours. Pressing this button (4) once will delay the start time for 1 hour, and continuing to press will increase the delay time.
Starting a programme • Press the ‘On/Off’ button. • Press the ‘Programme selection’ button until the required ‘Programme’ light is illuminated. • If required, press the ‘Delay Timer’ button. • Once a programme is selected, the display will show the desired programme.
Cancelling a programme It is possible to cancel the programme once the programme has started. • First open the door slightly to reduce the risk of water spillage. • Press and hold the ‘Programme selection’ button for approximately three seconds and a ‘1’ shows on the display. •...
Buzzer sound control To change the buzzer sound level, follow the below steps: 1. Open the door and press Programme (2) and Delay (4) buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. 2. When sound setting is recognized, buzzer gives a long sound and machine will display last set level, from “S0”...
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Detergent To fill the detergent compartment 1. Push the latch to open the compartment. 2. Add the required amount of detergent. The main detergent compartment (b in Fig. 2) Fig. 2 has lines to allow for specific amounts of detergent. These are marked at either 15cm 25cm , depending on how dirty the dishes...
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CDA recommends the use of separate detergent, rinse aid and dishwasher salt rather than combination tablets as separates achieve better wash performance. If you do use combination detergents, add salt and rinse aid to the dishwasher and then adjust the water hardness setting and rinse aid setting to the minimum.
3. Replace the cap and the lower basket. When the ‘Salt’ light on the control panel illuminates, you should refill the salt compartment with salt only – do not add water to the salt compartment after the first use. You should run a programme immediately after adding dishwasher salt, to prevent any damage to the dishwasher systems.
If the hardness of the water you use is above 90dF or if you are using well water; you are recommended to use filter and water refinement devices. Please note: The level of water hardness is preset to level 3. 1.
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In order to change the rinse aid level, follow the steps below before turning on the machine: 1. Press and hold down the ‘Programme selection’ button 2. Press the ‘On/Off’ button to switch on the dishwasher 3. Keep the programme selection button pressed until “rA”...
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Many brands of rinse aid (as well as detergents) contain phosphates which escape sewage treatment and can cause excessive algae growth in waterways. This in turn can pollute drinking water and cause marine life ‘dead zones’ which are underwater environments deprived of oxygen that are subsequently unable to support life.
Standard Loading and Test Data Capacity • Upper and lower baskets: 13 place settings. • The upper basket should be adjusted to high position. • Cups should be placed onto the dish rack pins. Detergent / Rinse aid • 5 + 25cm³, in accordance with EN50242-DIN 44990 IEC 436 (international norms) / Rinse aid dosage adjustment: 5.
Programme Listing Programme Hygiene Super Quick 30’ Eco 50°C Prewash Name 65°C 50’ 65°C 40°C Level of soil Medium Heavy Medium Light Light Amount of detergent: A = 25cm³ B = 15cm³ Programme Duration 03:42 01:57 00:50 00:30 00:15 (h:mm) Electricity consumption 0.937...
Care and maintenance Before beginning any care or maintenance, you should always disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply, and also turn off the water supply. Fig. 9 Door seals Wipe the dishwasher door seals regularly with a damp cloth to remove any residues. Fig.
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Incorrect fitting of the filters may reduce wash performance and potentially damage your appliance. Spray arms You should clean the spray arms at least once a month. 1. Remove the lower basket. 2. Pull the lower spray arm upwards to remove it. 3.
Make sure the water inlet tap is open and water is flowing Seperate the inlet hose from the tap and clean the filter Water inlet system failure fo the hose Contact CDA customer care if the error continues Pressure system failure Contact CDA customer care Continuous water input...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Check the plug, fuse and circuit breakers of the mains supply. The water tap is turned off. The programme will not start The dishwasher door is not fully closed. The water inlet filter or the machine filters are blocked. The water drain hose is blocked or kinked.
Electrical Information Warning! This appliance must be earthed. Green and yellow to earth Brown to live 13A Fuse Cord Clamp Fig. 13 Blue to Neutral The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the steps below: 1.
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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:- • The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter (E) or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN and YELLOW.
Installation • Do not install this appliance if it is damaged in any way. Installing a damaged appliance may invalidate the warranty and could cause further damage to the surrounding area. • Do not hold the appliance by the door or control panel to move it as this may cause damage.
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Figures 14 and 15 on page 29 show the recommended installations of our dishwashers. The set-ups in these figures should be mimicked wherever possible to help to ensure the best performance of the ap- pliance. Please carry out the below checks/measures before, dur- ing and after installation.
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• Use the additional fitting template and kit supplied with the appli- ance to fit the appliance into the cabinetry, secure it and fit and secure the decor door. • Adjust the dishwasher door hinge tension as necessary to ensure the appliance door opens and closes properly and safely with the decor door attached.
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Fitting the decor door Where non-standard decor doors are to be used, additional fitting instructions are required to ensure compatibility with this product. The appliance is supplied with a fitting template and these instructions should be followed as normal. However, the fitting template needs to be located lower down the fascia door.
Warranty and service The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage caused by improper use of the product. • Repairs carried out by unqualified persons may seriously endanger the appliance user • Pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2019/2023, The minimum availability period for spare parts necessary to repair the appliance is 7 or 10 years depending on the type and purpose of the spare part...
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