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Smeg ST1146SE Instruction Manual
Smeg ST1146SE Instruction Manual

Smeg ST1146SE Instruction Manual

Smeg dishwasher instruction manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 This user-friendly manual will provide answers to all your questions about use of the dishwasher. For any other information about use and maintenance of the dishwasher, read the enclosed manual carefully. USER INSTRUCTIONS: useful information is provided for the use of the...
  • Page 3: User Instructions

    N.B.: the functions of keys (C) and (F) are the same. 1.2 The information display The dishwasher is fitted with a convenient sloping display (G) to assure good visibility from both in front and above. The display uses brief text messages to...
  • Page 4 (A). The dishwasher comes on and the message shown below appears on the DISPLAY (G). PROGRAMMING On this model of dishwasher, all programming operations are only possible with the door open. PROGRAM SELECTION After the initial message, the system offers you the assisted programming function (Wizard), in which you only have to select the level of dirt and the washing strategy.
  • Page 5 User instructions Assisted programming (Wizard) Press (D) or (E) in repetition to display the type of dirt on the dishes, on the top line of the DISPLAY (G). Press (B) or (C) to confirm the selection and continue programming. Choose the type of wash following the procedures described above (D or E to display the selections available, B or C to confirm).
  • Page 6 35 g Rinse aid setting setting 5 The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open or not properly closed. If the door is opened with the dishwasher in operation, a long buzzer sounds and "In pause" appears on the bottom line of the DISPLAY (G).
  • Page 7 The options are available in all programs except the soak program. (*) Reference program as per EN 50242 standard. (***) When the " 40-50" or " 60-70" program is selected, the dishwasher recognises the type AUTO AUTO of dirt and automatically adapts the washing parameters and washing stages as appropriate.
  • Page 8 User instructions CONTENTS OF DISPLAY WHEN PROGRAM IS IN PROGRESS The top line displays the temperature in the tank, alternating (every 4 seconds) with the program being performed and the current program stage. The bottom line will show the program duration "Duration XX min", where XX is the time left before the end of the program, in minutes.
  • Page 9 "Cancel program"; close the door. "Draining" will appear on the DISPLAY (G) and the dishwasher will start to pump out the water. This will be completed in about 1 minute and "Program end" will appear on the top line of the display.
  • Page 10 Shown on the DISPLAY (G): "Start delay h 0, 1, ...12/24". The start of the washing program can be set with a delay from 1 to 12/24 hours. This function allows you to set the dishwasher to work at your preferred time of day and avoid having several appliances (washing machine, oven, etc.) in operation simultaneously.
  • Page 11 "3 in 1" or "triple action" products. In this case the dishwasher will make the most effective use of the product, not using any salt or rinse aid which the appliance may contain.
  • Page 12 If the temperature falls while the sanitisation rinse is in progress (e.g. due to a power blackout or because the door is opened), the DISPLAY (G) flashes until the dishwasher is switched off or a new program is set, to warn that the option has not been carried out.
  • Page 13 The electronic control system allows you to customise your appliance in a number of ways. The user customisations cannot be accessed if the dishwasher is in “assisted programming” mode (Wizard). Use key (D) to select the customisation you require, then key (E) to enable (1) / disable (0) or modify the parameters.
  • Page 14 User instructions WATER HARDNESS TABLE WATER HARDNESS German Degrees (°dH) French Degrees (°dF) 0 - 4 0 - 7 5 - 15 8 - 25 16 - 23 26 - 40 24 - 31 41 - 60 32 - 47 61 - 80 48 - 58 81 - 100...
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    Contact the after-sales service. Safety level on The system which limits the water level inside the dishwasher has been tripped. Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle.
  • Page 16 The appliance is not able to "measure" the amount of water loaded accurately. The alarm is displayed at the end of the cycle, which however is completed since the problem does not interfere with operation of the dishwasher. If the problem persists, contact the after-sales service.
  • Page 17 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 18 Following the cleaning instructions provided here will keep your dishwasher's performance at peak levels in the long term. This user-friendly manual will provide answers to all your questions about use of the dishwasher.
  • Page 19: Safety And Operating Instructions

    THAT OPENINGS UNDERSIDE OBSTRUCTED. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE DISHWASHER AFTER EACH USE TO AVOID WASTING ELECTRICITY. OBSOLETE APPLIANCES MUST BE RENDERED UNUSABLE. CUT OFF THE MAINS POWER CORD AFTER UNPLUGGING IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET, AND MAKE SAFE ANY COMPONENTS WHICH MIGHT BE DANGEROUS FOR...
  • Page 20 OFFICE, YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICE OR THE SHOP WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT. IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT, DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND SHUT OFF THE WATER TAP. DO NOT USE APPLIANCES WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TRANSIT! IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR DEALER.
  • Page 21 NOT IN ANY WAY AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE. DO NOT DRINK THE WATER RESIDUES WHICH MAY BE PRESENT INSIDE THE DISHES OR DISHWASHER AT THE END OF THE WASHING PROGRAM AND BEFORE THE DRYING CYCLE. KNIVES OR OTHER SHARP-ENDED COOKING UTENSILS MUST BE PLACED IN THE CUTLERY BASKET BLADE-DOWN, OR LAID HORIZONTAL IN THE TOP BASKET.
  • Page 22: Installation And Hook-Up

    Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source, fit the special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the appliance.
  • Page 23 The dishwasher can also be connected to a hot water supply not exceeding 60°C. Supplying the appliance with hot water cuts down the washing time by approximately 20 minutes, but slightly reduces its effectiveness.
  • Page 24 Installation instructions 2.2 Electrical connection and precautions CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MATCH THE RATINGS ON THE NAME PLATE OF THE APPLIANCE POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. THE PLUG ON THE SUPPLY CORD AND THE CORRESPONDING SOCKET OUTLET MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MEET THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
  • Page 25 Installation instructions WHEN CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE APPLIANCE: BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY WORK, ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY OR SWITCH OFF THE ALL-POLE DISCONNECTION DEVICE. FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A.
  • Page 26: Operating Instructions

    Before replacing the cap, remove any salt residues from around the opening. • When using the dishwasher for the first time, in addition to the salt it is also necessary to add one litre of water to the container. •...
  • Page 27 User instructions • Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. • When necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed by the water;...
  • Page 28 ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTING The dishwasher is factory set for medium water hardness. However it possible to change the setting by turning the dispenser’s selector to the desired position: the amount of rinse aid dispensed is proportional to the selector position.
  • Page 29 • Do not use detergents formulated for washing dishes by hand, because they produce a great deal of foam and may negatively affect the operation of the dishwasher. • Add the correct amount of detergent. An insufficient amount of detergent will result in a partial removal of dirt from the dishes, whereas an excessive amount is wasteful and does not improve the washing results.
  • Page 30 The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. 3.3 General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and their loading.
  • Page 31 • Glass and crystal: in general, glass and crystal objects can be washed in the dishwasher. However, certain types of glass and crystal may become dull and lose their clearness after many washings. Therefore, for these items we recommend using the least aggressive program available.
  • Page 32 User instructions 3.4 Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 14 place-settings, including serving dishes. EN 50242 STANDARD LOADS FOR CERTIFICATION BODIES LOWER BASKET UPPER BASKET EN 50242 cycle test conditions: Lower basket: the grid "A" ("lower basket" section) must not be raised.
  • Page 33 In the front there are one or two supports (depending on the models) for small plates (B). To use them, they have to be turned towards the front of the dishwasher. LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, positioning them vertically.
  • Page 34 User instructions CUTLERY BASKET Cutlery must be placed with the tips facing downward. Long items of cutlery (ladles, wooden spoons, kitchen knives, etc.), which might interfere with the upper spray arm must be placed in the upper basket, ensuring that knife tips do not project from the basket. The cutlery basket features an exclusive system of independent sliding tip-up supports, offering a series of combinations to allow optimum use of the space available.
  • Page 35 User instructions UPPER BASKET It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls and light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is used in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving dishes, provided they are only slightly soiled.
  • Page 36 User instructions ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET Version A: the upper basket can be adjusted in two positions, according to the user’s needs and according to the height of the dishes in the lower basket. Proceed as follows. • pull out the right-hand basket guide •...
  • Page 37 User instructions Version C: the top basket can be set in three different positions on both sides. The rack must be level on both sides. To raise the basket lift it, pulling on the front edge (1), to the first or second catch depending on the height required.
  • Page 38: Cleaning And Maintenance

    4.1 General warnings and recommendations Avoid the use of acidic or abrasive detergents. Clean the outer surfaces and door-lining of the dishwasher regularly using a soft cloth moistened with water or with a normal detergent suitable for painted surfaces. Clean the door gaskets with a damp sponge.
  • Page 39 The filters should be cleaned under running water using a stiff brush. • It is essential to thoroughly clean the filters according to the above instructions: the dishwasher cannot function if the filters are clogged. • Carefully replace the filters in their seats, to avoid damaging the wash pump.
  • Page 40 In some cases it is possible to remedy minor problems by referring to the following instructions: If the program fails to start, check that: • the dishwasher is connected to the electrical power supply; • there is no power failure; •...
  • Page 41 User instructions If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check that: • there is rinse aid inside the special container; • the rinse aid dispenser setting is correct; • the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its effectiveness (for example, through incorrect storage, with the box left open).