CONTENTS Introduction Safety and warnings Operating instructions Caring for your dinnerware Loading advice Water hardness and dishwashing Wash programmes and detergent quantities Adding detergent Using rinse aid After the wash Care and cleaning Fault codes Troubleshooting Wash programme data loading the dishwasher Warranty and Service loading the dishwasher IMPORTANT!
INTRODUCTION This user guide is an accompaniment to your ‘Quick start guide’ which is included with your dishwasher. For operating instructions, see your ‘Quick start guide’. If you no longer have your ‘Quick start guide’, you can download it from our local website, listed on the back cover. Refer to your ‘Quick start guide’...
SAFETY AND WARNINGS WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Read and follow the safety and warnings outlined in this user guide before operating this appliance. Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons. Use this appliance only for the intended purpose as described in the user guide. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:...
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. Check that the detergent receptacle is empty after completion of the wash cycle.
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SAFETY AND WARNINGS MAINTENANCE Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before any cleaning or maintenance. When disconnecting the appliance pull the plug rather than the power supply cord or junction of cord to avoid damage. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this user guide.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Controls and starting a wash Start a wash programme Open the door to turn ON the dishwasher. – The display will show the wash programme time. Select desired wash programme on the dishwasher control panel. – The default cycle when you first turn the dishwasher on is Eco. –...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting delay start This feature can delay the start of a wash programme by 1 to 12 hours. Load the dishes, add detergent and close the door. Open the door to turn the dishwasher on. Check that the display shows the wash programme you require. If not, see instructions for ‘Changing the wash programme’.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting wash modifiers (DW24U6I models only) Along with setting the wash programme, you may select one of the following the additional options: Extra dry: Increases the wash temperature and the length of the drying phase for improved drying performance. This is especially useful for plastic items. Quick: Uses additional water and energy for a faster wash time, while maintaining wash performance.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting wash modifiers (DW24U6I models only) Using sanitize The sanitize wash modifier adjusts the wash programme to meet the conditions required by Section 6, NSF 184 for sanitization to occur. While sanitize is running, the wash programme is monitored to ensure that these conditions are met.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Setting a 1/2 load (DW24U6I models only) Half load option If you don’t have a full load of dishes to wash, you can choose to use the 1/2 load option. This may be useful if, eg you only wish to wash the breakfast dishes. The dishes should fill only half the dishwasher, but may be placed in both upper and lower baskets.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS User preference settings These allow you to: Change the rinse aid setting or turn rinse aid on or off. Turn the beeps on or off. Turn the cavity light on or off (DW24U6I models only) Turn the floor light on or off (DW24U6I models only) Change the rinse aid setting Open the door to turn the dishwasher on.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS User preference settings (DW24U6I models only) Turn the Cavity Light on or off Make sure dishwasher is on. Touch and hold and Rinse until a beep sounds to enter the user preference menu. The display will show the current Rinse Aid setting. –...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS User preference settings (DW24U6I models only) Turn the Floor Light on or off Make sure the dishwasher is on. Touch and hold and Rinse together until a beep sounds to enter the user preference menu. The display will show the current Rinse Aid setting. Touch Rinse to scroll to the Floor Light menu.
CARING FOR YOUR DINNERWARE The combination of high temperatures and dishwasher detergent may cause damage to some items if they are washed in the dishwasher. Remember, if in any doubt about any aspect concerning items washed in the dishwasher, follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the items, or wash the item by hand.
LOADING ADVICE Loading your dishwasher Place items so that water coming from the rotating spray arms below can reach all areas. Especially items on the foldaway cup racks. Wash performance will be reduced if it can’t. Ensure glass and other fragile items are stable, so that they do not accidentally topple and break during the wash.
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LOADING ADVICE The large mug below is blocking wash water reaching the mug on the cup rack. Handle of knife is blocking the dispenser door from opening. Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to injure the user or damage the door seal.
WATER HARDNESS AND DISHWASHING What is water hardness? Hard water is water with a high concentration of minerals such as calcium and magnesium. In soft water, this concentration is low. Water hardness varies by geographical location. How does water hardness affect dishwashing? Hard water can be detrimental to the performance of your dishwasher.
WASH PROGRAMMES AND DETERGENT QUANTITIES The quantities in the table below are for powdered detergent and typical levels of soiling. If your home has softer or harder water, or to suit the particular load, you may need to adjust these quantities. If you are using tablets, follow the tablet manufacturer’s recommendations.
ADDING DETERGENT IMPORTANT! Only use detergents recommended for automatic dishwashers. Dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children and infirm persons away from the dishwasher when it is open. Check that the detergent dispenser is empty after completion of each wash programme.
USING RINSE AID C2, C4 Dishwasher C6 Dishw We highly recommend using liquid rinse aid regularly to get the best drying results. Rinse aid gives a streak-free, sparkling clean look to glass and chinaware. In addition, it prevents metal from tarnishing. When to refill the rinse aid dispenser When rinse aid level becomes low, the rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light up to remind...
AFTER THE WASH When the wash programme is over, the dishwasher will beep six times, then automatically turn off in a few seconds. Open the door slightly and leave it ajar (about 100mm) to help the drying process. Once the dishes are cool to touch, they can be removed. IMPORTANT! Never leave the dishwasher door in the fully open position, as this could present a tripping hazard.
CARE AND CLEANING Over time, food residue or limescale deposits may accumulate inside your dishwasher. These may reduce efficiency, and food residue may produce a bad odour. Inspect and clean your dishwasher regularly. IMPORTANT! Before any cleaning or maintenance, always disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply, turn off the water supply, and wait until all parts of the dishwasher have cooled.
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CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning the dishwasher exterior To clean exterior surfaces of the dishwasher, wipe with a clean, soft damp cloth and dry with a clean, lint-free cloth. For non-flush surfaces wipe along or around the surface, eg to wipe down the exterior control buttons, use a circular wiping motion around the button.
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CARE AND CLEANING Cleaning the spray arms Limescale and food particles in the wash water can block the holes in the spray arms and the arm mountings. Clean these parts about once a month, or more often should the need arise. Cleaning the upper spray arm/head Do not remove the upper spray arm for cleaning.
FAULT CODES If the dishwasher malfunctions, it will display a fault code and beep. Check the following table below to see if you can correct the fault yourself. FAULT CODES AND POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO DESCRIPTIONS Drain hose is crimped Check the drain hose and straighten or bent.
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FAULT CODES FAULT CODES AND POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO DESCRIPTIONS Flood switch activated Turn the dishwasher OFF and ON again. If fault persists, turn water off and Flooding disconnect the dishwasher from the power supply. Call Customer Care. Water flow error Switch dishwasher OFF and ON again.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO Dishwasher will No power. Ensure the dishwasher is plugged in not start and the power supply is turned on at the wall. The door is not properly closed. Close the door. Water tap not turned on. Ensure water is connected and turned on.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO The dishwasher Power or water supply Check the power and water supplies. stops suddenly has been interrupted. during the wash Knocking or Spray arm knocking Pause the wash and rearrange dishes. rattling sound against dishes.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE WHAT TO DO White stains are Not enough detergent. See section ‘Wash programmes and left on dishes; detergent quantities’ for recommended glasses have a quantities. You may need to adjust these milky appearance to suit the hardness of your water supply. Rinse aid dosage Increase rinse aid dosage.
WASH PROGRAMME DATA DW24U2I1 AUTO MEDIUM FAST HEAVY DELICATE RINSE pre-wash pre-wash pre-wash pre-wash 113°F main wash main wash main wash main wash main wash main wash 113 – 154°F 140°F 111°F 113°F 154°F 113°F post-rinse post-rinse post-rinse post-rinse post-rinse post-rinse final rinse final rinse final rinse final rinse...
WARRANTY AND SERVICE Before you call for service or assistance: Check the things you can do yourself. Refer to the Installation guide and your User guide and check that: Your product is correctly installed. You are familiar with its normal operation. If after checking these points you still need assistance or parts, refer to the Service & Warranty book for warranty details and your nearest Authorised Service Centre, Customer Care, or contact us through our website fisherpaykel.com.