Safety instructions Before you switch ON the appliance Please read the operating and installation instructions carefully. They contain important information on how to install, use and maintain the appliance. Retain all documents for subsequent use or for the next owner. Delivery –...
Childproof lock (button lock) You can secure your appliance from being unintentionally the programme terminated (e.g. improper operation by children). Activating the button lock: – Start the required programme. – Hold down the button + for approx. 4 sec. until this is indicated on the digital display.
Water softening system To ensure good washing results, the dishwasher requires soft water, i.e. containing low amounts of lime, otherwise white limescale will be deposited on the utensils and inner container. Tap water above 9° Clarke must be softened. The water is softened with salt (regeneration salt) in the water softening system of the dishwasher.
Special salt $ Using special salt Always refill with special salt immediately before switching on the appliance. This ensures that overrun special salt solution is immediately washed out and does not corrode the rinsing tank. – Open the screw-type cap of the compartment 1J.
Rinse aid % As soon as the rinse-aid refill indicator h is lit on the fascia, there is still a rinse-aid reserve of 1 – 2 rinsing processes. Refill with rinse aid. The rinse aid is required for stain-free utensils and clear glasses. Use only rinse aid for domestic dishwashers.
Utensils Not suitable – Cutlery and utensils made of wood. – Delicate decorative glasses, craft and antique utensils. These decors are not dishwasher-proof. – Plastic parts not resistant to heat. – Copper and tin utensils. – Utensils which are soiled with ash, wax, lubricating grease or ink.
Pans Bottom basket 1b Heavily soiled utensils (pans) should be placed in the bottom basket. The more powerful spray jet provides a better dishwashing result. Other examples, such as the best way of loading your dishwasher, can be found on our homepage as a free download. The corresponding Internet address can be found on the back page of these instructions for use.
Small accessories holder * * depending on model Light-weight plastic accessories, e.g. cups, lids, etc. can be held securely in the small accessories holder. Knife shelf * K n i f e s h e l f * depending on model Long knives and other utensils can be arranged horizontally.
Top basket with side levers – Pull out the top basket 1" out. – To lower the basket, press in the left and then the right lever on the outside of the basket. In doing so, hold the sides of the basket along the upper edge to prevent it from suddenly dropping.
Adding detergent – If the detergent dispenser 9" is still closed, press the lock 9* to open the detergent dispenser. Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser 9" only (insert tablet flat, not on its edge). Dosage: see manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging. The graduated detergent dispenser 9"...
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Notes – You will obtain optimum rinsing and drying results by using solo detergents and applying salt and rinse aid separately. – If programmes are short, tablets may not have full cleaning effect due to different dissolving properties and there may even be undissolved detergent residue.
Overview of programmes The max. possible number of programmes is illustrated in this overview. The corresponding programmes for your appliance can be found on the fascia. Type of utensils Type of soiling very adhesive burned-in or dried-on pots and pans, food remnants non-sensitive containing starch...
Additional options * depending on model Additional options can be set with the buttons H. Ÿ Express Wash/ Speed Perfect/ E x p r e s s W a s h / S p e e d P e r f e c t ( V a r i o S p e e d ) (VarioSpeed) * This function can reduce the running time by approx.
T imer programming * T i m e r p r o g r a m m i n g * depending on model You can delay the start of the programme in 1-hour steps up to 24 hours. – Close the door. –...
Changing the programme When the START button P has been pressed, the programme cannot be changed. The only way a programme can be changed is by Cancel programme (Reset). Intensive drying The final rinse uses a higher temperature which improves the drying result. The running time may increase slightly.
Filters The filters 1R keep large foreign objects in the rinsing water away from the pump. These foreign objects may occasionally block the filters. The filter system consists of a coarse filter, a flat fine filter and a microfilter. – After each washing cycle check the filters for residue.
Troubleshooting The majority of faults which could occur in daily operation can be rectified by the user. This ensures that the appliance is quickly available for use again. The following overview will help you locating the causes and gives helpful advise to eliminate them.
... when the appliance is switched on The appliance does not start. – The mains fuse has tripped. – The appliance plug has not been inserted. – The appliance door has not been shut properly..changing settings A setting cannot be changed, a programme starts.
... during the wash cycle Unusual foam formation. – Handwash liquid in the rinse aid dispenser. Spilled rinse aid causes excessive frothing, therefore please remove with a cloth. Appliance stops during the wash cycle. – Power supply interrupted. – Water supply interrupted. Filling valves making striking noises –...
Customer service If the advice given does not resolve your problem, please contact your customer service. Contact details can be found on the back cover of this instruction manual or in the enclosed customer service list. When calling , please quote the appliance number (1) and the production date (FD = 2) which can be found on the rating plate 92 on the appliance door.
– After installing the appliance, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. (see Electrical connection) – Some models: The plastic housing on the water connection contains an electric valve, the connecting cables are in the supply hose. Do not cut through this hose, do not immerse the plastic housing in water.
W arm water connection * W a r m wa t e r c o n n e c t i o n * depending on model The dishwasher can be connected to cold or hot water up to max. 60 °C. Connection to hot water is recommended if the hot water can be supplied by energetically favourable means...
Transportation Empty the dishwasher and secure loose parts. Drain the appliance according to the following steps: – Turn on the tap. – Close the door. – Switch on ON/OFF switch (. The displays of the last selected programme light up. –...
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