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DISHWASHER
Contents
EN
Installation, 14-15
English, 13 Positioning and levelling
Connecting the water and electricity supplies
Technical data
Wash cycles, 19
Wash cycle table
Troubleshooting, 23
Assistance, 24
Before calling for Assistance
Installation
3. Position the dishwasher on a level and sturdy floor. If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a
If the floor is uneven, the front feet of the appliance specialist store or an authorised technician (see
may be adjusted until it reaches a horizontal position Assistance ).
(the angle of inclination must not exceed 2 degrees).
If the appliance is levelled correctly, it will be more The water pressure must be within the values
stable and much less likely to move or cause indicated in the Technical data table (see below).
vibrations and noise while it is operating.
The hose should not be bent or compressed.
4. Adjust the height of the rear feet from the front of
the appliance*: use a screwdriver to tighten or Anti-flooding protection
loosen the screws on the lower part of the
dishwasher. To ensure floods do not occur, the dishwasher:
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Connecting the water outlet hose The Company shall not be held responsible for any
incidents that occur if these regulations are not EN
Connect the outlet hose (without bending it) to a observed.
drain duct with a minimum diameter of 4 cm.
Alternatively, rest it over a sink or tub; the free end Advice regarding the first wash cycle
of the hose should not remain immersed in water. After the appliance has been installed, immediately
before running the first wash cycle, completely fill
A The special plastic the salt dispenser with water and add approximately
elbow* makes it easier to 2 kg of salt (see Rinse aid and refined salt). The
find the best layout: fix water may overflow: this is normal and is not a
the elbow to the wall cause for concern. It is also normal that the LOW
securely in order to SALT* indicator light continues to flash for a few
prevent the outlet hose cycles after the salt has been loaded.
from moving and spilling
the dirty water. Anti-condensation strip*
The part of the hose After installing the dishwasher, open the door and
marked with the letter A stick the adhesive transparent strip under the
should be between 40 and 100 cm above the ground wooden shelf in order to protect it from any
(see figure). condensation that may form.
Electrical connection
width 59.5 cm
Before inserting the plug into the electrical socket, Dimensions height 82 cm
make sure that: depth 57 cm
• the socket is earthed and complies with current Capacity 12 standard place-settings
regulations;
• the socket can withstand the maximum load of Water supply 30 Kpa ÷ 1Mpa (0.3 ÷ 10 bar)
the appliance, which is indicated on the data pressure 4.3 psi – 145 psi
plate located on the inside of the door (see
Description of the appliance); Power supply
See appliance data plate
voltage
• the power supply voltage falls within the values
indicated on the data plate on the inside of the
Total absorbed
door; See appliance data plate
power
• the socket is compatible with the plug of the
appliance. If this is not the case, ask an Fuse See appliance data plate
authorised technician to replace the plug (see
Assistance); do not use extension cables or This dishwasher conforms to
multiple sockets. the following European
Community Directives:
Once the appliance has been installed, the power -73/23/EEC dated 19/02/73
supply cable and the electrical socket should be (Low Voltage) and subsequent
easily accessible. modifications
-89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89
The cable should not be bent or compressed. (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
and subsequent modifications
The cable should be checked regularly and -97/17/EC (Labelling)
replaced by authorised technicians only (see -2002/96/ CE Waste
Assistance ). Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE)
* Only available in selected models.
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Description of the appliance
Overall view
EN
1. Upper rack
2. Upper sprayer arm
3. Tip-up compartments
4. Rack height adjuster
5. Lower rack
1
3 6. Lower sprayer arm
4 7. Cutlery basket
2
8. Washing filter
9. Salt dispenser
10. Detergent and rinse aid dispensers
11. Data plate
5
6
7
9
8
10
11
Control panel
ON/OFF
WASH CYCLE SELECT
EXTRA DRYING button
button
button*
WASH CYCLE
indicator lights
ON/OFF
indicator light
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Loading the racks
Before loading the rack, remove all food residue from the If the rack is equipped with the click
crockery, leave saucepans and frying pans with burnt-on clack handles* (see figure), pull EN
residue to soak in water only and empty all remaining liquid them upwards or downwards to
from cups and glasses. After loading the appliance, check adjust the height.
that the sprayer arms can rotate freely.
Lower rack
Arrange the more difficult items to wash using the Loading
examples as a guide and use the collapsible supports* where
Loading examples for the upper rack
needed.
• Serving dishes and lids: place these at the sides
of the rack.
• Saucepans and salad bowls: always turn these
upside down.
• Very deep dishes: position these at an angle.
In order to guarantee the best washing and drying
performance, the surface of the lower rack is more uneven
than that of the upper rack.
Loading examples for the lower rack
Cutlery basket
The type of cutlery basket may vary according to the
dishwasher model.
Knives and other sharp utensils should be placed in the
cutlery basket with the point facing downwards.
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Start-up and use
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Wash cycles
Detergent
(A) = compartment A Wash cycle
Wash cycle selection (B) = compartment B
Wash cycle Pre-wash Drying duration
instructions
(tolerance ±10%)
Powder Liquid Tablets
1 (A)
Extremely soiled dishes
30 g (A) 30 ml (A) 1 (bottom
and pans (not to be • • 2:00’
5 g (B) 5 ml (B) of the
used for delicate items).
appliance)
Intensive
Note
To make it easier to measure out the detergent, it is worth remembering that:
1 tablespoon = 15 grams of powder = approximately 15 ml of liquid
1 teaspoon = 5 grams of powder = approximately 5 ml of liquid
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Rinse aid and refined salt
Only use products that have been specifically part of the dishwasher (see Description) and should
EN designed for dishwashers. be filled:
Do not use table salt or industrial salt. • when the green float* cannot be seen by simply
looking at the cap of the salt dispenser;
If using a multi-functional product (2-in-1, 3-in-1, 4-in-1,
• when the LOW SALT* indicator light on the panel
etc.) it is not necessary to add rinse aid; however,
flashes;
we recommend that you add salt, especially if you
• if your machine is not equipped with an indicator
live in an area where the water is hard or very hard. If
light or a green float:
you do not add salt or rinse aid, the LOW SALT* and
approximately every 30 wash cycles;
LOW RINSE AID* indicator lights will flash
1. Remove the lower rack and
continuously.
unscrew the cap of the
Loading the rinse aid dispenser (in an anti-
clockwise direction).
Rinse aid makes it easier for the crockery to dry, as
2. For the first wash cycle
water runs off surfaces more readily and therefore
only: fill the dispenser up to
does not leave streaks or marks.
the edges with water.
The rinse aid dispenser should be filled:
3. Position the funnel provided
• whenever the indicator light (H) signals that it is
correctly (see figure) and fill the salt dispenser up to
empty. Illuminated light: add rinse aid; unlit light:
the edges (approximately 2 kg); it is normal for a
there is no shortage of rinse aid in the dispenser.
little water to leak out.
• when the LOW RINSE AID* indicator light on the
4. Remove the funnel, wipe away any salt residue
panel flashes;
from the thread and screw the cap on tightly, so that
1. Open the dispenser by
detergent does not leak into the dispenser during
H turning the lid (G) in an
the wash cycle (this could damage the water
anticlockwise direction.
softening system beyond repair).
2. Pour in the rinse aid,
making sure it does not When salt has been added, run a wash cycle
F overflow from the immediately, without crockery, in order to remove
dispenser. If this happens, any salt solution that has leaked out and to avoid
G
clean the spill immediately corrosion.
with a sponge.
Adjusting the amount of salt*
3. Screw the lid back on.
It is possible to adjust the amount of salt used
NEVER pour the rinse aid directly into the appliance
according to the hardness of the water in your area
tub.
(this information is available from
Adjusting the amount of rinse aid
your local water board).
If you are not completely satisfied with the washing
1. Unscrew the dispenser cap.
or drying results, you may adjust the quantity of
2. Turn the arrow on the neck of the
rinse aid used. Use a screwdriver to turn the dosage
dispenser (see figure) towards the
adjuster to one of the 6 pre-set positions (the default
+ or - symbols, using the table
position is set to 4):
below as a guide.
• if there are bluish streaks on the crockery, set the
adjuster to a lower number (1-3).
• if drops of water remain on the crockery or there
are limescale marks present after the cycle has
finished, set the adjuster to a higher number (4-6).
If you are using multi-functional tablets (2-in-1, 3-in-1,
4-in-1, etc.) and you wish to further improve the
drying performance of the appliance, fill the
dispenser and set the dosage adjuster to 2.
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Care and maintenance
• Remove the plug from the socket when cleaning Clean the filters regularly.
the machine and when carrying out maintenance
work. After cleaning check that the filter assembly has
been replaced correctly.
Cleaning the dishwasher The dishwasher should not be used without filters
or when the filter is loose.
• The external surfaces of the machine and the
control panel may be cleaned using a non- 1. Remove the filters by pulling the handle upwards.
abrasive cloth which has been dampened with
water. Do not use solvents or abrasive products. 2. Clean the filters:
• after every wash
• Any marks on the appliance interior may be cycle, remove the
removed using a cloth dampened with water and largest pieces of
C
a little vinegar. 1
residue from
semicircular plate A
2
and glass B (these
Preventing unpleasant odours A
may be removed by
B
pulling the handle) by
• Always keep the door of the appliance ajar in rinsing them under
order to avoid moisture from forming and being running water.
trapped inside the machine.
• The entire filter
• Clean the seals around the door and detergent assembly should be
dispensers regularly using a damp sponge. This C cleaned thoroughly
B
will avoid food becoming trapped in the seals, once a month: this
which is the main cause of the formation of includes the
unpleasant odours. semicircular plate A,
A
the glass B and the
cylinder C (this may be
Cleaning the sprayer arms removed by turning it in
an anti-clockwise
Food residue may direction). Use a small
become encrusted onto non-metallic brush to clean these parts.
the sprayer arms and
block the holes used to 3. Reconstruct the filter assembly and replace it in
spray the water. It is the correct position, following movements 1 and 2 as
therefore recommended shown in the figure, until it clicks into place.
that the arms are
checked from time to
time and cleaned with a Leaving the machine unused for
small non-metallic extended periods
brush.
• Run a wash cycle when the dishwasher is empty.
• Unplug the appliance and disconnect the water
supply.
• Leave the door of the appliance ajar.
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Precautions and advice
The appliance was designed and manufactured in Consumers should contact their local authority or
EN compliance with current international safety retailer for information concerning the correct
standards. The following information has been disposal of their old appliance.
provided for safety reasons and should therefore be
read carefully.
Saving energy and respecting the
General safety environment
• The appliance was designed for domestic use Saving water and energy
inside the home and is not intended for
commercial or industrial use. • Only start a wash cycle when the dishwasher is
• The appliance must be used by adults only, to full. While waiting for the dishwasher to be filled,
wash domestic crockery according to the prevent unpleasant odours with the Soak cycle
instructions in this manual. (see Wash Cycles).
• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, • Select a wash cycle that is suited to the type of
even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous crockery and to the soil level of the crockery
to leave the machine exposed to rain and storms. using the Wash cycle table:
• Do not touch the appliance when barefoot. - for dishes with a normal soil level, use the Eco
• When unplugging the appliance always pull the wash cycle, which guarantees low energy and
plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the water consumption levels.
cable. - if the load is smaller than usual activate the Half
• The water supply tap must be shut off and the load option (see Start-up and use).
plug should be removed from the electrical • If your electricity supply contract gives details of
socket before cleaning the appliance or carrying electricity saving time bands, run wash cycles
out any maintenance work. during the periods when a lower tariff is applied.
• If the appliance breaks down, do not under any The Delayed start* button (see Start-up and use)
circumstances touch the internal parts in an helps you organise the wash cycles accordingly.
attempt to carry out the repair work yourself.
• Never touch the heating element. Phosphate-free and chlorine-free detergents
• Do not lean or sit on the open door of the containing enzymes
appliance: this may cause the appliance to
overturn. • We strongly recommend that you use detergents
• Keep detergent and rinse aid out of reach of that do not contain phosphates or chlorine, as
children. these products are harmful to the environment.
• The packaging material should not be used as a • Enzymes provide a particularly effective action at
toy: it can become a choking or suffocation temperatures around 50°C, and as a result
hazard. detergents containing enzymes can be used in
conjunction with low-temperature wash cycles in
order to achieve the same results as a normal
Disposal of old electrical appliances 65°C wash cycle.
The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste • To avoid wasting detergent, use the product in
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), appropriate quantities based on the
requires that old household electrical appliances manufacturer’s recommendations, the hardness
must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted of the water and the soil level and quantity of the
municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be crockery. Even if they are biodegradable,
collected separately in order to optimise the detergents contain substances that may alter the
recovery and recycling of the materials they contain balance of nature.
and reduce the impact on human health and the
environment. The crossed out "wheeled bin" symbol
on the product reminds you of your obligation, that
when you dispose of the appliance it must be
separately collected.
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Troubleshooting
Whenever the appliance fails to work, check for a solution from the following list before calling for Technical
Assistance Centre. EN
Some problems are indicated by specific indicator lights flash on the control panel: make a note of any indicator
lights flashes before calling Assistance.
The dishwasher makes The dishes are ra ttlin g again st each o the r o r a gain s t the
excessive noise. s pray er a rm s .
The dishes and glasses are The lev el o f the refined salt is low o r the do sage se tting is no t
covered in a white film or s uite d to the ha rdne ss o f the w ater (se e Rinse aid a nd salt).
limescale deposits. The lid on the salt dispense r is not close d properly .
The rin se a id h as been use d up or the dosa ge is too low.
The croc kery is ma de from non-s tick ma terial.
The dishes and glasses are
streaked or have a bluish The rin se a id do sa ge is too high .
tinge.
The crockery has not been dried The rin se a id h as been use d up or the dosa ge is too low ( see
properly. R ins e aid an d salt).
The rin se a id dis pens er setting is not high en ou gh .
A w ash c ycle w ithout a drying p ro gra mm e has been s elec ted.
The dishes are not clean. The rac ks a re ove rloa de d (see Lo ading the rack s).
The croc kery ha s not been ar ranged well.
The s pra yer ar ms ca nnot mo ve freely .
The w ash c ycle is to o gen tle (see Wa sh cycle s ).
The de te rgen t ha s no t been meas ure d out c or rec tly or it is no t
s uite d to the type o f wash c ycle (see Sta rt-up an d use ).
The filter is dirty or blocke d (see Ca re and m ain tena nce ).
The re fine d salt leve l is low (see Rin se aid and s alt).
Shut off tap alarm. Tu rn on the tap and the appliance will s tart after a fe w
(several short beeps are emitted) m inute s.
The appliance lock has been ac tiv ated because no ac tio n was
(the 2nd and 3rd WASH CYCLE ta ken when the beeps s oun de d. Sw itch o ff the m achin e using
indicator lights flash, beginning the ON /OFF button , turn on the ta p and switch the mach ine
from the right). bac k on afte r 20 s econ ds by pressing th e same bu tton . Re-
program me the ma chine and
res ta rt the wa sh cy cle .
Blocked filter alarm Switch off th e mach ine by pres sin g the ON/OFF bu tton and
clean the filter s ( see M ain tenance ), then switch the
(the 2nd and 4th WASH CYCLE dishwasher bac k on by pressin g the sam e bu tton . Re-
indicator lights flash beginning program me the ma chine and re s tart the wash cycle.
from the right).
Water loading solenoid valve Switch off th e a pplianc e by pre ssing th e ON/OFF bu tton an d
malfunction alarm s witch it bac k on a fter a m inu te . If the alarm con tin ues, tu rn
(the 3rd WASH CYCLE indicator o ff the wa ter tap to reduce the risk o f floodin g, remove th e
lights flash beginning from the plu g fr om the e lec trical soc ket and call Assis tance.
right).
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Assistance
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