AEG FAVORIT 44060 VIL Instruction Book

Aeg dishwasher user manual

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FAVORIT 44060 VIL
Dishwasher
Instruction book
PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION

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  • Page 1 FAVORIT 44060 VIL Dishwasher Instruction book PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION...
  • Page 2 Dear customer, Please read this User Information carefully and keep it to refer to at a later date. Pass it on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. The following symbols are used in the text: Safety instructions Warning! Notes that concern your personal safety. Attention! Notes that show how to avoid damage to the appliance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Operating instructions Safety instructions Disposal Economical and ecological dishwashing Description of the appliance The control panel Prior to using for the first time Setting the water softener Filling the with salt Rinse aid In daily use Loading cutlery and dishes The lower basket The cutlery basket The upper basket...
  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to accepted rules of technology and the Appliance Safety Act. We as manufacturers, however, see ourselves as being obliged to familiarise you with the following safety instructions.
  • Page 5 Operating instructions The water in your dishwasher is not for drinking. Detergent residues may still be present in your machine. Keep children well away from your dishwasher when the door is open. Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. Your dishwasher in day-to-day use Items that are contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals must not be washed in this...
  • Page 6: Disposal

    Operating instructions Disposal Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly. All packaging materials can be recycled. Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations: >PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material. >PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free). >POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g.
  • Page 7: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance IN153 1. Upper basket stop 2. Water hardness switch 3. Salt container 4. Detergent dispenser 5. Control panel 6. Rating plate Operating instructions 7. Rinse aid dispenser 8. Filters 9. Lower spray arm 10. Upper spray arm 11.
  • Page 8: The Control Panel

    Operating instructions The control panel On/Off push button Function push buttons: selected, the following functions can also be set with the help of these buttons: - water softener setting, - deactivation/activation of the inflow of rinse aid, - deactivation/activation of the audible signals, - the cancelling of a washing programme.
  • Page 9 Audible signals Audible signals have been introduced to help indicate which operations the dishwasher is performing: "Setting of the water softener" "End of programme" "Something not working with the machine" Deactivation/activation of the audible signals (The dishwasher must be switched off) 1.
  • Page 10: Prior To Using For The First Time

    Operating instructions Prior to using for the first time Before using your dishwasher for the first time: 1. Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions 2. Remove all packaging from inside the appliance 3. Set the water softener 4.
  • Page 11 a) Setting manually 1. Open the dishwasher door. 2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher. 3. Turn the water hardness switch to position 1 or 2 (see table). 4. Replace the lower basket. The dishwasher is factory set at position 2.
  • Page 12 Operating instructions 4. To change the level, press push button 1. Each time the push button is pressed the level changes. (For the selection of the new level see the chart). Examples: if the current level is 5, by pressing push button 1 once, level 6 is selected.
  • Page 13: Filling The With Salt

    Filling the with salt Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers. All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water softener. Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes.
  • Page 14: Rinse Aid

    Operating instructions Rinse aid Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying. The dispenser, which is positioned inside the door, holds about 110 ml of rinse aid, which is sufficient for 16 - 40 dishwashing programmes, depending upon the dosage setting.
  • Page 15 Operating instructions Adjusting the dose According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (position 1 minimum dosage, position 6 maximum dosage). The dose is factory set in position 4. Increase the dose if there are drops of water or lime spots on the dishes after washing.
  • Page 16 Operating instructions If you are using dishwasher detergent that already contains rinse aid, the detergent including the rinse aid must be placed in the detergent compartment. In this case the rinse aid inflow must be deactivated in order to avoid a double dosage. Deactivation/activation of the inflow of rinse aid (The dishwasher must be switched off) When the inflow of rinse aid has been deactivated, also the rinse...
  • Page 17: In Daily Use

    In daily use • Check if it’s necessary to refill with special salt or rinse aid. • Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher. • Fill with dishwasher detergent. • Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes. •...
  • Page 18 Operating instructions For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes are not suitable: •Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-of-pearl handles •Plastic items that are not heat resistant •Older cutlery with glued parts that is not temperature resistant •Bonded cutlery items or dishes •Pewter or copper items •Lead crystal glass •Steel items subject to rusting...
  • Page 19: The Lower Basket

    Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes. The lower basket The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the spray arms can turn freely.
  • Page 20: The Cutlery Basket

    Operating instructions The cutlery basket Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard. Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket. Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives. Removable knife basket Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be placed horizontally in the removable knife basket, which is positioned...
  • Page 21: The Upper Basket

    Operating instructions The upper basket The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates of up to 26 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses. Arrange items on and underneath the cup racks so that water can reach all surfaces.
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Height Of The Upper Basket

    Operating instructions Adjusting the height of the upper basket If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket af- ter moving the upper basket to the higher position. With upper basket raised With upper basket lowered To move to the higher position proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 23: Use Of Detergent

    Use of detergent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. Using no more then the correct amount of detergent contributes to reducing pollution. Prior to the start of a wash programme (not for the "Rinse and Hold" programme). The detergent is released during the washing phase.
  • Page 24: Different Kinds Of Detergent

    Operating instructions Different kinds of detergent Detergent tablets Detergent tablets of different brands dissolve at different speeds. For this reason some detergent tablets cannot dissolve and develop their full cleaning power during short programmes. Therefore please use long programmes when using detergent tablets, to ensure the complete removal of detergent residuals.
  • Page 25 Use of "3 in 1" combi detergents General advice These products are detergents with integrated and combined detergent/rinse-aid and salt functions. 1. Before using these products you should first check that the water hardness in your supply is compatible with the use of these products as per the detergent manufacturers (on the product packaging).
  • Page 26: Washing Programmes

    Operating instructions Washing programmes Type of Programme load Crockery, cutlery, INTENSIV pots and pans 70° Crockery and NORMAL cutlery 65° Crockery and 30 MIN. (60°) cutlery Crockery and ECO 50° cutlery RINSE & HOLD All types of dishes (1) The consumption values were obtained under standardised conditions. They depend on how full the baskets for the dishes are.
  • Page 27: Starting A Washing Programme

    Starting a washing programme In this fully integrated appliance the controls are located on the top of the door. When selecting a programme, the door needs to be open. 1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms can rotate freely 2.
  • Page 28: To Interrupt Or Cancel A Washing Programme

    Operating instructions 5. To interrupt or cancel a washing programme in progress Interrupt, or cancel a washing programme in progress ONLY if it’s absolutely necessary Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. Open the door carefully. Interrupt a washing programme in progress Open the dishwasher door;...
  • Page 29: Unloading The Dishwasher

    7. End of the washing programme The dishwasher will automatically stop and an audible signal informs you of the end of the washing programme. If the door is not immediately opened at the end of the programme, air will circulate inside the dishwasher to prevent residual steam recondensing on the dishes as water droplets.
  • Page 30: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Operating instructions Maintenance and cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc...). Ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth.
  • Page 31 4. Take hold of the coarse/fine filter (A/B) by the handle with the hole and remove from the microfilter (C). 5. Clean all filters thoroughly under running water. 6. Remove the flat filter (D) from the base of the washing compartment and clean both faces thoroughly.
  • Page 32: Frost Precautions

    Operating instructions Prolonged periods of non-operation If you are not using the machine for any period of time you are advised to: 1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water. 2. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any unpleasant smells.
  • Page 33: What To Do, When

    What to do, when... Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the instructions given here, without calling out an engineer..a flashing fault code appears The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation. The intervention of an alarm is indicated by a combination of flashing indicator lights and intermittent audible signals (see following chart).
  • Page 34: There Are Problems When Operating The Dishwasher

    Operating instructions Once the checks have been carried out, to continue the programme press push button of the programme that was running before the intervention of the alarm and close the door. The programme will continue from the point in which it was interrupted. If the fault code reappears contact your local Service Force Centre.
  • Page 35: The Wash Results Are Not Satisfactory

    ...the wash results are not satisfactory The dishes are not clean The wrong washing programme has been selected. The dishes were arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded. The spray arms do not rotate freely due to wrong arrangement of the load.
  • Page 36: Service

    Service Service If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre, quoting the model (Mod.), product number (PNC) and serial number (S.N.). This information can be found on the rating plate located on the side of the dishwasher door (see picture).
  • Page 37: Guarantee Terms

    Guarantee terms (Belgium) Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still occur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not, however, be reduced as a result.
  • Page 38 Guarantee terms 10. Appliances that are easy to transport may be delivered or sent to the consumer services department. Home repairs are only anticipated for bulky appliances or built- in appliances. 11. If the appliances are built-in, built-under, fixed or suspended in such a way that removing and replacing them in the place where they are fitted takes more than half an hour, the costs that result therefrom will be charged for.
  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Dimensions: Electrical connection: Voltage Overall power Fuse Water supply pressure: Capacity: This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives: - 73/23 or 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications; - 89/336 or 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.
  • Page 40: Installation Instructions

    Installation instructions Installation instructions Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person. Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain. Building-in This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen counter or worksurface.
  • Page 41: Water Supply Connections

    Installation instructions Water supply connections This dishwasher may be fed with either hot (max. 60°) or cold water. Nevertheless we advise you a cold water supply. A hot water supply is not always efficient with very soiled crockery as it shortens the washing programmes a lot. For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted to the machine’s supply hose is designed to screw onto either a 3/4"...
  • Page 42: Water Inlet Hose With Safety Valve

    Installation instructions Water inlet hose with safety valve After connecting the double-walled water inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap. Therefore the water inlet hose is only under pressure while the water is running. If the water inlet hose starts to leak during this operation, the safety valve cuts off the running water.
  • Page 43: Water Outlet Hose Connection

    Water outlet hose connection The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following ways: 1. To the sink outlet spigot, securing it to the underside of the work surface. This will prevent waste water from the sink running into the machine.
  • Page 44: Electrical Connection

    Installation instructions Electrical connection Information concerning the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the edge of the dishwasher’s door. Before plugging the appliance into the wall socket, make sure that: 1. The mains voltage and current rating at the site of installation match the nominal voltage and current rating given on the rating plate.
  • Page 45: Hints For Test Centres

    Hints for test centres Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Washing programmes" chart). Testing in accordance with EN 60242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see "Washing programmes"...
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