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Contents
1.
Safety and operating instructions __________________________ 2
2.
Installation and hook-up _________________________________ 6
3.
Description of the controls _______________________________ 9
4.
Operating instructions __________________________________ 19
5.
Cleaning and maintenance ______________________________ 36
6.
Troubleshooting ______________________________________ 43
Thank you for choosing one of our products.
You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the
information you need about the right conditions for the proper, safe use of
your dishwasher.
The individual sections are laid out to provide you with a step-by-step
guide to all your appliance's functions; the texts are easy to understand
and are complete with detailed illustrations.
Recommendations are given for the correct use of the baskets, spray
arms, containers, filters, washing programs, and for operating the controls.
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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: these are intended for the qualified
technician who must carry out the installation, hook-up and testing of the
appliance.
USER INSTRUCTIONS: these consist of recommendations for using the
appliance, a description of its controls and of the correct cleaning and
maintenance procedures.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety and operating instructions __________________________ 2 Installation and hook-up _________________________________ 6 Description of the controls _______________________________ 9 Operating instructions __________________________________ 19 Cleaning and maintenance ______________________________ 36 Troubleshooting ______________________________________ 43 Thank you for choosing one of our products. You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the information you need about the right conditions for the proper, safe use of your dishwasher.

  • Page 2: Safety And Operating Instructions

    Safety instructions 1. Safety and operating instructions THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE: IT MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
  • Page 3 Contents WARNING: 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. OBSOLETE APPLIANCES MUST BE RENDERED UNUSABLE.
  • Page 4 Safety instructions 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. LEANING OR SITTING ON THE DISHWASHER DOOR WHEN OPEN MAY CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERTURN, PUTING PEOPLE AT RISK. NEVER LEAVE THE DISHWASHER DOOR OPEN;...
  • Page 5 User instructions TECHNICAL DATA 597  599 mm Width Depth measured flush with the Fully integrated: 630 mm outer edge of the control panel Free standing: 675 mm Fully integrated: 820-890 mm Height Free standing: 885 mm Capacity 13 Standard place settings Water supply pressure min.

  • Page 6: Installation And Hook-Up

    User instructions 2. Installation and hook-up Remove the polystyrene basket retainers. 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 7 User instructions Water supply connection Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance.
  • Page 8 User instructions 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 9: Description Of The Controls

    User instructions 3. Description of the controls Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. Switch-on, programming, switch-off, etc. procedures are only possible when the door is open. ON/OFF BUTTON Pressing this button energises the appliance. SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS Illumination of this light denotes the program selected and the occurrence of a fault (troubleshooting).
  • Page 10 User instructions ENERSAVE OPTION + EXTRA OPTION BUTTON (see “EXTRA OPTIONS” section) Press the button to enable/disable the option. ENERSAVE OPTION LIGHT Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated. HALF LOAD BUTTON Press this button to activate the half load wash option. HALF LOAD LIGHT Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.
  • Page 11 User instructions PROGRAMS TABLE DURATION CONSUMPTION PROGRAMME LOAD CROCKERY AND PROGRAM NUMBER CUTLERY PROGRESS MINUTES POWER WATER & SYMBOL KWh (1) LITRES 1 SOAK Pans and dishes awaiting 0,02 Cold prewash completion of the load Wash at 45°C 2 GLASS 140/ Glass, china and mixed Cold rinse...
  • Page 12 User instructions QUICK TIME PROGRAMS (see relevant section for explanation of functioning modes) LOAD CROCKERY AND DURATION CONSUMPTION PROGRAMME CUTLERY PROGRAM NUMBER E PROGRESS MINUTI WATER POWER LITRES KWh (1) SYMBOL RAPID 27’ Dishes with light dirt, Wash at 38°C 0,70 washed immediately after Rinse at 50°C...
  • Page 13 User instructions NOTES AND REFERENCES Only run the soak program with half loads. Options cannot be used with the soak program. Enersave is activated automatically if the selected program is compatible with the option. Standard programme under EN 50242. The ENERSAVE option must be enabled.
  • Page 14 User instructions Washing programs Before starting a washing program make sure that:  The water supply tap is open.  The softener container contains regenerating salt.  The correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser.  The baskets have been correctly loaded. ...
  • Page 15 User instructions QUICK TIME OPTION Select this option together with any washing program (except the soak program) to SHORTEN the cycle. To activate this option, press button (light comes on) after selecting the program required. The option is automatically deactivated at the end of the program. ENERSAVE OPTION This option further reduces energy consumption by opening the door at the end of the cycle for more effective drying.
  • Page 16 User instructions Flexi Tabs Ideal for multi-function detergents, this option allows washing to be optimised, with full benefits from the combined-action tablets. When this option is activated, any salt and rinse aid in the relative containers will not be used. With short programs, because there is less time for them to dissolve, tablets may fail to wash effectively and undissolved residues may be left.
  • Page 17 User instructions CANCELLING THE CURRENT PROGRAM  To cancel the currently selected program open the door and hold down the PROGRAM SELECTION (3) button for a few seconds until the indicator lights for programs 4 and 5 illuminate simultaneously (marked "end"). ...
  • Page 18 User instructions SWITCHING OFF At the end of the program the beeper sounds briefly and the lights of programs no. 4 and 5 (marked "end") flash. To switch off the dishwasher, open the door and press the ON/OFF button (1). ENERGY MANAGEMENT After 5 minutes of waiting (washing cycle completed, stopped or set but not started) the dishwasher switches to a standby state to reduce energy...

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    User instructions 4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows:  Adjust the water softening system;  Add the regenerating salt;  Add the rinse aid and detergent. Using the water softening system The amount of scale contained in the water (water hardness index) can cause whitish staining on the dry dishes, which tend to...
  • Page 20 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 21 User instructions WATER HARDNESS TABLE WATER HARDNESS SETTINGS German French degrees (°dH) degrees (°dH) All lights off 0 – 6 0 – 11 (no salt) 7 – 10 12 – 18 One light on 11 – 15 19 – 27 Two lights on 16 –...
  • Page 22 User instructions ADDING THE RINSE AID The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the final rinse cycle, from the container situated on the inner side of the door.
  • Page 23 User instructions ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER MODE Press and hold the PROGRAM SELECTION button (3), after about 15" the salt indicator flashes; keep still pressed until the RINSE AID DISPENSER MODE INDICATOR LIGHT (5) flashes and the SELECTED PROGRAM LIGHTS (2) indicate the current setting. Press several times to choose the desired dosage according to the following table: >...
  • Page 24 User instructions ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cover, lightly press button P. Add the detergent or tablet and close the cover by sliding it until it stops, indicated by a click. The dispenser will open automatically during the wash cycle. Only add the detergent (also in tablet form) if the dispenser is dry ...
  • Page 25 User instructions The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. 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 26 User instructions WARNING!  Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the washing cycle.  Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall and obstruct the spray arms or the wash pump.
  • Page 27 User instructions Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 13 place-settings, including serving dishes. LOWER BASKET The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and should therefore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degree of soiling. All types and combinations of loads are permitted, provided that the dishes, pots and pans are arranged with all the soiled surfaces...
  • Page 28 User instructions LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to leave a gap between them. Loading examples: UPPER BASKET The upper basket should be loaded with small or medium-sized items...
  • Page 29 User instructions CUTLERY BASKET The basket is suitable for all types of cutlery, except long items that may interfere with the upper spray arm. The cutlery should be arranged in the spaces in the upper racks to allow the water to pass effectively between the items.
  • Page 30 User instructions FLEXI DUO TOP RACK (on some models only) This comprises two independent sliding, pull-out tray racks for easier loading/unloading of cutlery. Various loading systems and configurations are possible. For example, tea cups can be loaded with the right-hand rack set in the low position, while the left-hand rack or both can be removed to allow large dishes to be put in the top basket.
  • Page 31 User instructions EXAMPLES OF LOADING FOR INTENSIVE DIRT 13 Standard place setting If the bottom basket inserts are of the fold-down type, they should be laid flat for easier loading. 13 Standard place setting FLEXI DUO TOP RACK (on some models only) If the bottom basket inserts are of the fold-down type, they should be laid flat for easier loading.
  • Page 32 User instructions UPPER BASKET EQUIPMENT (depending on the model) Cutlery tray For knives, spoons (tea and dessert) and long objects. The ends are designed to hold long stemmed glasses. - It can be removed by pressing and pushing the release levers (B) at the same time.
  • Page 33 User instructions Fold-down shelves For mugs, cups and long objects. The ends are designed to hold long stemmed glasses When not used they can be moved to a vertical position (until a click is heard). Shelves with expandable wings For small objects, mugs and cups. They can be used either closed or open (pull the upper, sliding part).
  • Page 34 User instructions Fold-down tines These can be secured in a vertical position, resting on the bottom of the basket if unused, or placed in an intermediate position, as required. The single tine on the right is ideal for supporting long stemmed glasses.
  • Page 35 User instructions ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The height of the top basket can be adjusted to allow large dishes or pans to be placed in the bottom basket. The adjustment procedure may be type A or B, depending on the dishwasher model purchased.

  • Page 36: Cleaning And Maintenance

    User instructions 5. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the electrical supply or switch off the all-pole disconnection device. 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.
  • Page 37 User instructions  To remove the lower spray arm, simply lift it up, pulling by the central part.  To remove the orbital spray arm assembly, take hold of the longer arm and pull the orbital unit upward. Wash the arms under a jet of running water and return them carefully to their seat.
  • Page 38 User instructions CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT (models with planetarium sprayer)  It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter and, if necessary, to clean it.  remove the planetarium sprayer follow the instructions provided.  push the centre filter D from the underside to remove it from the micro- filter: ...
  • Page 39 User instructions BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE:  Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes. ...
  • Page 40 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).
  • Page 41 User instructions If the door does not close: 1 - Check the position of the door lock catch (D) 2 - If necessary, raise it by adjusting the plastic screw (V) next to the catch. 3 - Check the condition of the lock hook; if it has not triggered (reference N), the door opens and closes normally.
  • Page 42 User instructions If after following the above troubleshooting instructions the problem persists, call the nearest After-Sales Centre. WARNING: any operations performed on the appliance by unauthorised persons are not covered by the warranty and shall be paid for by the user.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    User instructions 6. Troubleshooting The dishwasher is capable of signalling a number of faults through the simultaneous illumination of several indicator lights, with the following meanings: FAULT DESCRIPTION Acquastop failure The anti-flooding system has been activated (for the relevant models only). The system is tripped in case of water leaks.
  • Page 44 User instructions FAULT DESCRIPTION Turbine flow-regulator malfunction (for the relevant models only) The appliance is not able to "measure" the amount of water loaded accurately. Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle.