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. Arrange stemmed glasses along the wire shelf. 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 Int ...