Domestic Dishwasher DW12-BFM DW12-BFM ME GB Code:0120505275 Safety Is Very Important NOTICE Carefully read the instructions contained in this manual, as they provide important information which is essential to safe and proper installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. This appliance complies with the following EEC directives: -73/23/EEC of 19 February 1973 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications; - 89/336/EEC of 3 May 1989 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent modifications. - Carefully dispose of the packing material. - After removing the packing, check to make sure that the appliance is not damaged.If in doubt, contact a qualified professional. - The dishwasher must only be used by adults for the washing of household dishes and cooking utensils. - The appliance is not intended for use by young children or inform persons without supervision. - Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. - Keep detergents out of the reach of children, who must also be kept away from the dishwasher when it is open. - This appliance cannot be installed outdoors, not even if the area in which it is installed is covered by a roof; it is also very dangerous to leave it exposed to the rain and elements. - Do not touch the heating element during or after a wash cycle. - Do not lean or sit on the door when it is open as this could over turn the dishwasher. - If the appliance malfunctions, turn off water supply to the appliance and disconnect the plug from the wall socket. Then, consult the section entitled, "Troubleshooting." If you cannot solve the problem, contact a service centre. - Only specialised personnel are authorised to make repairs. - Appliances which are no longer being used must be made inoperable by cutting the power supply cord and removing the door lock. - If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu facture, its service agent of similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. - After installation, the power plug must be accessible. - Fundamental rules to follow when using the appliance: * Never touch the dishwasher when barefoot or with wet hands or feet; * We discourage the use of extension cords and multiple sockets; * During installation, the power supply cord must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened; * If the appliance is not operating properly or maintenance must be performed, disconnect the appliance from the power supply. To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this appliance,we recommend: - call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer. - always use original Spare Parts Close-up View (Control Panel) A BC D G A B C D ON-OFF Light "Eco" Button Half-load Button Low Salt Indicator Light F E F G E Knob For Selecting Cycle Handle For Opening Door ON-OFF Button .1. GB Close-up View (Interior) A B C D Upper Rack Rack Height Adjustor Top Sprayer Arm Lower Rack E F G Bottom Sprayer Arm Washing Filter Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser Technical Characteristics Width Depth Height Capacity Mains water pressure Power voltage Total absorber power 60 cm 60 cm 85 cm 12 standard place settings 0.03-0.6 MPa 220-240V~ 50Hz 1950W GB .2. Salt Salt The hardness of the water varies from place to place. If hard water is used in the dishwasher, deposits will form on the dishes and utensils. The appliance is equipped with a special softener that uses a salt specifically designed to eliminate lime and minerals from the water. Adjusting Salt Consumption The dishwasher is designed to allow for adjusting the amount of salt consumed based on the hardness of the water used. This is intended to optimise and customise the level of salt consumption so that it remains at a minimum. To adjust salt consumption, proceed as follows: Loading the Salt into the Softener Always use salt intended for use with dishwashers. The salt container is located beneath the lower rack and should be filled as follows: - Remove the lower rack and then unscrew and remove the cap from the salt container; - If you are filling the container for the first time, fill it with water; - Place the end of the funnel (supplied) into the hole and introduce about 2 kg of salt. It is normal for a small amount of water to come out of the salt container. - Carefully screw the cap back on. - Unscrew the cap from the salt container; - There is a ring on the container with an arrow on it (see figure). - If necessary, rotate the ring in the anticlockwise direction from the "-" setting towards the "+" sign, based on the hardness of the water being used. It is recommended that adjustments be made in accordance with the following scheme: Water Hardness To prevent the formation of rust, load the salt just before beginning a wash cycle. Level Salt Selector c o n s u m p t i o n Autonomy (cycles/2kg) position (Grams/cycle) Clarke degrees 0 14 ºdH mmol/l 1 2 3 4 .3. GB Detergent and Rinse Aid Detergent Detergent specifically intended for use with dishwashers must be used. The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided in the "Wash Cycle Table." The detergent dispenser is located on the inside panel the door. Rinse Aid This product makes dishes sparkle and helps them to dry without spotting. The dispenser is located on the inside panel of the door and should be filled after every 80 wash cycle (or when the rinse aid indicator light comes on for models with this feature). Loading the Rinse Aid Loading the detergent To open the "A" cover on the dispenser, press the "B" button. The detergent for the wash cycle should be poured into the "C" compartment. After the detergent has been placed in the dispenser, close the cover and press down until it clicks in place. To open the dispenser, turn the "C" cap in an anti-clockwise direction and then pour in the rinse aid, making sure not to overfill. The amount of rinse aid used for each cycle can be regulated by turning the "F" dosage adjuster, located beneath the "C" cap, with a screwdriver. There are 6 different settings; the normal dosage setting is 3. B Important Proper dosage of the rinse aid improves drying. If drops of water remain on the dishes or spotting occurs, the dosage adjuster should be turned to a higher setting. If the dishes have white streaks, turn the dosage adjuster to a lower setting. C A C NOTE: To facilitate closing the cover, remove any excess detergent on the edges of the dispenser. F GB .4. Loading the Dishwasher Before placing the dishes in the dishwasher, remove larger food particles to prevent the filter from becoming clogged, which results in reduced performance. If the pots and pans have baked-on food that is extremely hard to remove, we recommend that they are soaked before washed. This will eliminate the need for extra wash cycles. Pull out the rack to load the dishwasher. Lower Rack Upper Rack How to use the lower rack We recommend that you place the most difficult to clean items on the bottom rack: pots, pans, lids, serving dishes and bowls, as shown in the figure to the right. It is preferable to place serving dishes and lids on the sides of the racks in order to avoid blocking the rotation of the top spray arm. - Pots, serving bowls, etc. must always be placed face down. - Deep pots should be slanted to allow the water to flow out. - The silverware basket can be doubled (see fig.A) so that only one section may be used when the silverware load is light. This also makes space for additional pots and pans and it can also be placed in the upper rack. - Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket with the handles at the bottom; if the rack has side baskets, the spoons should be located individually into the appropriate slots. Especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal position at the front of the upper rack. 3 4 1 2 Load for 12 Standard Settings fig.A fig.B How to use the upper rack The upper rack is designed to hold more delicate and lighter dishware, such as glasses, cups and saucers, plates, small bowls and shallow pans (as long as they are not too dirty). - Position the dishes and cookware so that they do not get moved by the spray of water. The upper rack can be adjusted for height by using the knobs located on both sides of the rack itself (see fig.B). Adjust the upper basket to the higher level and you have more space to accommodate those taller pans and trays in the bottom basket. fig.C Shelf Lean tall glasses and those with long stems against the shelfnot against other items to be washed. Place glasses, cups and small bowls on the additional cup rack. The additional cup rack can be swivelled in or out as required (see fig.C). .5. GB Turning on the Appliance Starting a wash cycle - Make sure that the plug for the appliance is inserted into the wall socket. - Make sure that the water supply is turned on to full pressure. - Load the dishwasher (see the section entitled, "Loading the Dishwasher"). - Pour in the detergent (see the section entitled, "Salt, Detergent and Rinse Aid"). - Turn the knob located on the right of the control panel in clockwise direction until the number or symbol for the cycle setting is aligned with the reference mark (see the section entitled, "Wash Cycle Table"). - Press the ON-OFF button, and the ON-OFF light will turn on. At this point, the wash cycle will begin. Cancelling or modifying a wash cycle setting A cycle that is underway can only be modified if it has been running for a short time. Otherwise, the detergent may have already been used, and the appliance may have already drained the wash water. If this is the case, the detergent dispenser must be refilled (see the paragraph entitled, "Loading the Detergent"). Press the ON-OFF button, and the ON light will turn off. Rotate the knob in clockwise direction to the desired cycle setting (see the section entitled: Starting a wash cycle . Then, turn the dishwasher back on using the ON-OFF button. At the end of the wash cycle When the knob stops turning and is aligned with a STOP mark (see figure), the cycle has finished. Turn off the appliance using the ON-OFF button, turn off the water supply and open the door of the dishwasher. Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishwasher to avoid handling the dishes and utensils while they are still hot and more susceptible to breakage. They will also dry better. Wash Cycle Adjustment Buttons "ECO" Button This button (see "Close-up View - Control Panel", letter "B" ) is used for normal dirty dishes, pots and pans. It is a standard daily cycle. Half load Button This button (see "Close-up View - Control Panel", letter "C" ) makes it possible to wash dishes using only the upper rack if there are not enough dishes for a full load. This will allow you to save on water and electricity. It can be used before setting any of the wash cycles. Please keep in mind that the amount of detergent should also be cut in half. GB .6. Energy Saving Tips - It is important to try and run the dishwasher when it is fully loaded to save on energy. In order to prevent odors from forming and food from caking onto the dishes, you can run the soak cycle. - Use the right amount of detergent: if you use too much detergent, the result will not be cleaner dishes, but, rather, a greater negative impact on the environment. -There is no advantage in rinsing dishes, cookware and utensils - Choose the right wash cycle: the choice of cycle depends on the type of dishware, cookware and utensils being washed and how dirty they are. before placing them in the dishwasher. How to Keep Your Dishwasher in Shape After Every Wash After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside. Moving the Appliance If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical position. If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on its back. Remove the Plug Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always remove the plug from the socket. Seals One of the factors that cause odors to form in the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals. Periodic cleaning with a sponge will prevent this from occurring. No Solvents or Abrasive Cleaning Products To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Use only a cloth and warm soapy water. To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically for dishwasher. When You Go on Holiday When you go on holiday, it is recommended that you run a wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and then remove the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and leave the door of the appliance slightly ajar. This will help the seals last longer and prevent odors from forming within the appliance. .7. GB Wash Cycle Table Cycle Button Cy ...