User manual BRANDT VM512XE1

Contents Page 1 - Description of your dishwasher - - - - - - - - - - - -30-31 2 - What to do before using the machine for the first time -32-36 Step 1: Adjusting the water softener - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -32 Measuring the water hardness - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -32 Mechanical adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -32 Filling the regenerating salt reservoir - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -33 Step 2: Rinse aid ­ Filling ­ Setting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -34 Step 3: Washing products - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -35 - Loading the dishwasher - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -36 - 38 The lower basket ­ Cutlery ­ The upper basket - - - - - - -36 -38 - Selecting and running a washing programme - - - - -39 Selecting a washing programme - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -39 Delayed start of "Normal" programme - Programme end- - - -39 The washing programmes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -40-41 - Running a programme and options - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 42 Cancelling a programme - Extra drying option - - - - - - - - - -42 - Running maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -43-44 Cleaning the waste filters - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -43 Cleaning and maintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -44 - Protecting the environment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -45 Recycling the packaging - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -45 Recycling your old dishwasher - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -45 Washing ecologically and economically - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -45 - Troubleshooting, what to do? - - - - - - - - - - - - -46-50 - Instructions for laboratory tests - - - - - - - - - - -50-51 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Please read carefully Environmental protection 28 Precautions when using Advice, tips and remarks 29 Description of your dishwasher Please read your dishwasher's installation and operating manuals carefully so that your machine will provide full and complete satisfaction. These will enable you to discover all the advantages of this machine and put them to best use. Upper basket Washing product container Anti-blocking size wire (depending on the model) Regenerating salt reservoir Drying valve (depending on the model) Information plate (AfterSales service reference) Rotating nozzle (depending on the model) Lower sprinkling arm Main filter Waste filters Rinsing agent container The above photograph of the machine with the lower basket removed shows you all the main components described in these operating instructions. Your dishwasher is fitted with safety systems protecting you from flooding: The ANTI-OVERFLOW SYSTEM. This system automatically activates the drain pump if the water in the tub reaches an abnormal level. The ANTI-LEAK SYSTEM. (depending on the model) This system cuts off the water supply if a leak is detected under the machine. 30 Description of your dishwasher START/CANCEL: Pressing this button SALT LIGHT: This indicates that there is starts this prono regenerating salt. gramme. Holding the button pressed RINSE AID : This down for 2 seconds indicates that cancels the there is no rinse Programme. aid. WASHING LIGHT: this shows you that the washing programme is running. PROGRAMMES KNOB: turn the programmes knob to the desired position. END OF PROGRAMME LIGHT: this shows you that the washing cycle has finished. 31 What to do before using the machine for the first time STEP 1: Adjusting the water softener For impeccable washing and drying results with no streaks. The water softener must be adjusted correctly to ensure no streaks after washing and drying. Your dishwasher is fitted with a water softening system that operates using regenerating salt. You must set the water softener according to the hardness of the water in your area. - Measuring the water hardness To do this: contact your local water supplier to find out the water hardness level and adjust on the machine as described below. - Adjustment via the cursor inside the tub. Adjust the setting using the cursor on the left-hand side inside the tub by positioning it correctly on the desired number, depending on the water hardness. Testing strip Water hardness > 70°F 55 - 70°F 40 - 55°F 25 - 40°F 18 - 25°F 10 - 18°F 0 - 10°F Salt required YES YES YES YES YES YES NO Check that the cursor is fully over the number. You must fill the salt reservoir with water before using the machine, even if the water softener setting selected does not require any regenerating salt. If you move house and take the dishwasher with you you will need to check the water hardness and adjust accordingly. For good wash results it is very important to set the dishwasher to the correct level of water hardness and to set the correct level of rinse aid. 32 What to do before using the machine for the first time Filling the regenerating salt reservoir You must fill this, with water just before starting your first wash then add the salt: Salt reservoir Filling with salt is essential to obtain a good wash with no streaks. The salt regenerates the resins, which soften the water by removing its limestone content unless Never put deterthe water is already sufficiently soft gent in this reservoir: this will ruin (see "Adjusting the water softener"). the water softener. - Unscrew the salt reservoir's stopper and remove it. - Use the funnel to introduce the salt. (available from the after-sales department under reference : 31X3964). - Fill the reservoir with regenerating salt specially designed for dishwashers. - On the first time, add water until it reaches the edge of the reservoir. - Screw the salt reservoir's stop LT SA back in fully. Do not use kitchen salt. Should any regenerating salt overflow when filling, we recommend that you remove the loose salt crystals to avoid oxidising the machine. Indication of the level of instance when putting the regenerating salt machine into operating using the SALT indicator light: sample. This illuminates showing salt If the water is especially needs to be added. After you have soft and does not require the refilled the salt reservoir, the light use of any regenerating salt, may still remain lit until the salt has dissolved sufficiently, generally the SALT light remains lit. after one cycle (or if the reservoir has not been completely filled, for 33 What to do before using the machine for the first time STEP 2: Rinse aid For brilliant and very dry results Filling When putting the machine into operation, fill the container level with the top of the adjustment lever. Put in at least all the contents of the sample supplied. Close the container tightly Contents: 120 ml (approx. one glass) Indicator: Opaque: some product remaining Brilliant: container empty Should any rinse aid overflow when filling, mop up the excess to avoid foam forming. Adjustment (if necessary) The original setting is in the middle (Medium position: setting 2). After a few cycles, if there are streaks or the drying is poor, you can adjust the setting using the adjustment lever: - Setting 1 to reduce the dose, (soft water) - Setting 3 to increase the dose (hard water) Adjustment lever The rinse aid indicator light: This illuminates showing rinse aid must be added. 34 What to do before using the machine for the first time STEP 3: the washing products for a clean wash For easy loading, the detergent container is located on the front of the upper basket. The detergent container is designed to take tablets powder or liquid recommended for dishwasher use. Tablets Place the tablet in the compartment. underneath the top basket. Powder or liquid Pull the container out to fill it with liquid detergent or powder. Fill it up to the Minimum mark for lightly soiled items. Fill it up to the Maximum mark for dirty items. Close the container. Keep all these products out of children's reach and away from any damp environments. Only use the washing products specially designed for dishwasher use. VERY IMPORTANT: - For good wash results it is recommended to use individual detergent, salt and rinse aid products. - However "2 in 1" tablets (detergent and rinse aid) can be used, if so, you may need to adjust the rinse aid dial according to the wash results (see page 34) - Good wash results depend on getting the salt + rinse aid levels set correctly according to use level of water hardness (see pages 32-33). 35 Loading the dishwasher The lower basket Lay the items out so that the water can circulate freely and spray all the utensils. Place the plates and the wide pots and pans at the sides. Do not intersperse or superimpose plates and dishes or place them side-by-side. The fold-down spikes help you to arrange your large items (depending on the model). No items should interfere with the rotation of the washing arms (pot handles, cutlery, etc.) Anti-blocking size wire (depending on the model) Unloading the dishwasher First of all empty the lower basket to avoid any drops of water falling onto it from the upper basket. Items unsuitable for dishwasher use - Wooden cutting boards - Oxidisable steel or non heat-resistant plastic utensils, - Pewter or copper items, - Glued items, - Cutlery with wooden, horn or mother-of-pearl handles, - Antique or hand-painted porcelain. When purchasing crockery, glassware, cutlery, etc., ensure that they are suitable for use in a dishwasher. 36 Loading the dishwasher Cutlery Removable grilds are available if you wish to organise the loading of your cutlery. For optimum washing and drying, use these separation grilds fully or partially. - Place your cutlery with the handles at the bottom. - Avoid washing cutlery with horn handles in your machine. - Separate silverware from cutlery in other metals using the separation grills. The sliding cutlery baskets These can be arranged in any position in the lower basket. You can therefore arrange different loads according to the items you wish to wash. You can place a cutlery basket in the upper basket. If your cutlery or your plates are too large, adjust the height of the upper basket (it is height-adjustable). Important note: For safety reasons, we recommend that you arrange any knives with pointed ends point downwards in the cutlery baskets (to avoid accidents). Any long-bladed knives and other sharp kitchen utensils should be placed flat in the upper basket. 37 Loading the dishwasher The upper basket This basket is designed in particular to take: glasses, cups, ramekins, small salad bowls, bowls, saucers, etc. You can also place cups, ladles, etc. on the foldaway brackets as well as a cutlery basket. Place glasses, cups and bowls facing downwards. The wire tray enables you to load cutlery of all sizes. You can lay it in the lower basket or in the upper one by removing the cup supports. To make loading easier, move the tray to position and then return it to position . Depending on the model: when loading large plates into the lower basket, you may have to adjust the height of the upper basket. This can be done even when the basket is full. Adjusting to the HIGH POSITION: Gently lift the basket until you hear the first "Click" on both sides. Adjusting to the LOW POSITION: Lift the basket at the back on both sides ("Click") and then gently lower it. Check that the slides are both at the same height and that the basket is level. 38 Selecting and running a washing programme Refer to the Programmes table on the following page to determine the best programme for the amount of washing up and how dirty it is. Turn the programmes knob to the desired programme Check that the power cable is plugged into the socket and that the water tap is open. Soak Intensive Normal Bio Rapide Delayed start 6 hours Starting the washing programme Select the programme you desire and press the "Start" button. The programme will start and illuminate. the "Washing" light Delayed start of "Normal" programme Select the programme then press the "Start" button. The programme will start 6 hours later. The "Wash" light will flash until the programme starts. Programme end The "Stop" light flashes 15 minutes before the end of the programme and the "Washing" light stay permanently lit. When the programme is finished, the light is permanently lit and the "Washing" light will be light out. You can then remove your washing up. Rest the programmes knob to position "0" to switch off the power to your machine 39 The washing programmes Type of items: -Porcelain, pans, cutlery, glasses, etc. Quantity, type, amount of food residue. Mixed This very short cycle enables you to rinse through your items while waiting to wash them until the following day or even the day after. Resistant A large amount of dried-on and adhering residue, baked-on stains, grease, residue from frying, cooked cheese, sauce, etc. Mixed Normal amount of dried-on and adhering residue: everyday items Programmes Programme cycle. Soak Intensive Normal Cold pre-wash Wash at 65°C Rinse Hot rinse Wash at 55°C Rinse Hot rinse Drying by condensation 120 18 1,3 For information only Length in minutes Water Energy 14 Drying by condensation 120 18 1,6 The values correspond to normal conditions of use. They may vary with the load, the temperature, the hardness of water or the supply voltage. 40 The washing programmes Mixed For an amount of non-greasy, adhering residue: everyday items. Economical programme Mixed Rapid programme For a small amount of easy to remove residue and non-greasy items: coffee cups, dessert bowls or everyday items. Mixed Delaying the start of the programme 6 hours Normal amount of dried-on and adhering residue: everyday items Wash at 45°C Rinse Hot rinse Drying by condensation 140 16 1,05 Wash at 40°C Rinse Hot rinse Natural drying 30 16 1,05 Wash at 55°C Rinse Hot rinse Drying by condensation 120 18 1,3 41 Running a programme and options Présentation de votre lave-vaisselle Cancelling a programme Hold down the "Start Cancel" button for two seconds. The programme will stop and the "Washing" light will light out. You can then re-programme. Extra drying option: Your machine must be unpowered, in position "0" Turn the programmes knob to the option desired, as shown opposite. The or the and then go out. light will first of all flash Extra drying Extra drying not activated activated To alter the option: hold down the "Start" button and turn the programmes knob to the option desired, as shown opposite The or the and then go out. light will first of all flash activated not activated 42 Running maintenance Présentation de votre lave-vaisselle Cleaning the waste filters The filtration system consists of several components: A ­ The two-part waste filter B ­ The main filter C ­ The micro-filter The filters are located in the middle of the tub and must be cleaned regularly to ensure optimum washing results. Before removing the filters, remove any Unscrew A the waste filter a quarter turn and remove it. B waste from the main filter with a sponge to avoid the waste blocking the sprinkling arms. Remove the main filter Remove the micro-filter. C A - Two-part waste filters. Carefully clean all the filters under running water. C To re-inset the filters Follow the above instructions in reverse. Important: Do not forget to lock the waste filter by turning it a quarter turn. 43 Running maintenance Présentation de votre lave-vaisselle Regularly proceed to clean (if required): All around the door and the door seal with a damp sponge to remove any deposits. Every year To ensure your machine's longterm operation, clean it once or twice a year by running an Intensive programme with the machine empty, using a commercially available special dishwasher cleaning product. Prolonged stoppage Clean your dishwasher completely, then disconnect the power supply and close the water tap. Keep your machine away from the risk of frost. Only use soap and water on the casing and the control panel. Do not use abrasive powders, metal sponges, alcohol-based products or thinners. Use a soft cloth or a sponge. If you are moving, to avoid any water leaking, first of all run a Soak programme. 44 Présentation de votre lave-vaisselle Protecting the environment Recycling the packaging Warning: Keep all the packaging materials out of children's reach (e.g. plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.): these can be dangerous for children: risk of suffocation). Recovering and reprocessing packaging material saves on material and reduces the amount of waste. Take your packaging to the nearest recycling centre. Contact your town's local authorities for details of its location. Recycling your old dishwasher If you wish to dispose of your old dishwasher, make it completely unusable. Break the door lock so that it cannot close (children can become locked in when playing inside the machine ­ risk of suffocation). Remove the electrical plug and cut off the power cable. Take your unusable machine to the nearest recycling centre. Contact your town's local authorities for details of its location. Washing economically regenerating salt or rinse aid. Follow the recommendations in and ecologically DO not wash the items first by hand (unnecessary waste of water). Use your dishwasher's capacity to the full. You will then wash economically and ecologically. Always select a washing programme suitable for the type of items and how dirty they are. Do not overdose with detergent, these instructions (Pages 32 - 33 - 34) and the manufacturer's instructions on the pack. Ensure that the water softener is set correctly (see Page 32) 45 Présentation de votre lave-vaisselle Troubleshooting, what to do? If you are in any doubt about the operation of your machine, before calling a qualified engineer, check the following points (depending on the symptoms noticed). When first using the machine Small door leak Possible causes What to do - The machine is wobbly, - Adjust the adjustable not level feet - The door is not correct- - Adjust the rear feet ly centred on the tub - The seal's lip has been - Take off the door seal flattened during storage. all around the door. - Check that the seal is present and re-tighten the nut - Close the water tap and call an engineer. - Recentre the door by adjusting the rear feet. - Contact the installer. - Pull the machine out 10cm and tighten the 2 tensioning screws. - Contact the installer. - Pull the machine out 10cm and tighten the 2 tensioning screws. - Fit a wooden panel to the door (a chipboard panel OK if on a temporary basis) and adjust the springs. - Contact the installer. - Leak at the tap Small leak around or under the machine (move the machine to locate the - Leak in the machine leak better) The door "catches" when - The machine or the door is not correctly you close it centred on the tub - The door springs are The door falls down not tensioned enough heavily when you open it to compensate for the (integratable models) weight of the basket. The door is not level when open or goes back up too quickly (integratable machine) - The door springs are over-tensioned. - No wooden panel The upper basket will not - Poor handling (the bas- - Move the basket graduket has been pulled ally on one side and stay in the high position upwards too quickly). then the other (until you hear a "Click") = -> see the Operating Instructions. Programming, display anomalies Possible causes What to do - Use these programmes The cycle takes too long. - The energy-saving programmes take longer preferably at night because they compensate when the length and for the lower washing and the finishing time are drying temperatures by not important. longer agitation and drying. 46 Présentation de votre lave-vaisselle Troubleshooting, what to do? Programming, display anomalies The lights light up one after another Possible causes - Wrongly programmed. What to do - Cancel the current programme by holding down the "Start" button for 3 seconds and then reprogramme. - Fill the reservoir and wait until the cycle ends. If the water is soft enough not to require salt, the Salt light is permanently lit. What to do The Salt light does not go - No salt or too little salt out in the reservoir to trigger the float. Poor operation The machine cuts off Possible causes - Insufficient amperage to - Check the plug's amperage (10A minimum) supply all the equipand the meter's capacity ment being used at the same time. - Call an engineer. - Internal fault in the machine - No power supply to the - Check the socket and the fuse socket - Check that the tap is - The tap is closed open - The water supply hose - Check that hose run is kinked - Cancel by pressing - Programme selection "Start" for 3 seconds error and programme and reprogramme blocked - "Start" button held down - Press "Start" only briefly to start the programme too long (> 2 seconds) - Safety system (anti-leak) - Call an engineer. - Remove the protective - Protective cover on the sink's U bend not removed cover - Drainage hose kinked - Check the hose runs correctly behind the machine - Drain filter totally - Remove the filters and blocked clean them and the drain hole - Start a soak programme. If the fault persists, call - Pump blocked. an engineer. 47 The machine will not start The machine does not drain.