Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-1. Contents 1-1. Contents .............................. 1 1-2. Features .............................. 4 1‐2‐1. A grade for energy consumption of European standard .............. 4 1‐2‐2. A grade for washing efficiency of European standard ................ 4 1‐2‐3. A grade for drying efficiency of European standard ................ 4 1‐2‐4. Electronic control, 3 in 1 function ...................... 4 1‐2‐5. Water softener for descaling ........................ 4 1‐2‐6. Super‐capacity for 12 settings ....................... 4 1-3. How to read this Service Manual ...................... 5 ...
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1‐10‐2. How to fill detergent dispenser ...................... 25 1-11. Loading the dishwasher ........................ 26 1‐11‐1. How to use the lower rack ........................ 26 1‐11‐2. How to use the upper rack ........................ 26 1‐11‐3. Shelf .............................. 27 1-12. Turning on the Appliance ......................... 28 1‐12‐1. Switching the dishwasher ON ...................... 28 1‐12‐2. End of programme .......................... 28 1‐12‐3. Switching the dishwasher OFF ...................... 28 1‐12‐4. Interrupting the programme ...................... 28 ...
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1‐18‐6. Power supply trouble ........................ 45 1‐18‐7. Leak trouble ............................ 46 1-19. Technical data ............................. 47 1-20. Circuit Diagram ........................... 48 Page 3 of 49...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-2. Features 1-2-1. A grade for energy consumption of European standard 1-2-2. A grade for washing efficiency of European standard 1-2-3. A grade for drying efficiency of European standard 1-2-4. Electronic control, 3 in 1 function 1-2-5.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-3. How to read this Service Manual The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-4. Safety Precaution 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 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications;...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-5. Installation 1-5-1. If your family includes children The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. make sure that the water is clear and free of impurities. If this precaution is not taken, there is a risk that the water inlet can get blocked and damage the appliance.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-5-9. Drain hose connection Insert the drain hose into a drain pipe with a minimum diameter of 4cm, or let it run into the sink, making sure to avoid bending or crimping it. If necessary, fit a syphon trap (U-bend) with a connecting piece for the drain hose (fig.C).
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-6.Tools Screwdriver Dissemble and assemble for dishwasher components Cross-screwdriver Dissemble and assemble for dishwasher components Blade Unpacking Electric drill Drill holes while installation Spanner Combine the inlet hose Page 10 of 49...
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Multimeter Used for measuring the PCB and Display board Soldering iron Used for Jointing the PCB and Display board Pliers Used for removing the pipe hoop and clips Page 11 of 49...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-7. Dissemble and assemble procedure 1-7-1. Water pressure switch disassembly Water pressure switch locates in the behind of the tub on the right and is fixed in straight pole. Put the guiding groove up until to the top which is ringent.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Press the pinchcock at full tilt with your hands and then pull the pipe out. With stand the raised parts of the 1/4S quick connect termianl with thumb and then pull it out.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Connection method: there are several corresponding number marks on the component at the position of 1,2,3 showing on the left picture. Connect the pipe together. Attention: pipe must be put on the interspaces between vent hole and the tub.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-7-2. Detergent dispenser disassembly Open the door, disassemble the outer door (Accord to the disassembly step) Close the door, use screwdriver to drive the 6 screws of Detergent Dispenser off, pull the wire out, then open the door, and get the Detergent Dispenser off.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-7-4. Left/right side plate and baseboard disassembly Disassemble the baseboard(Pls find the pic of baseboard) Use cross-screwdriver to drive two screws off the side panel 1-7-5. Side panel disassembly Disassemble the Complete top(pls follow...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Use the cross-screwdriver to drive five screws which are in left back of machine, off the right side panel Open the door, use the cross-screwdriver to drive four screws which are in left front, off 1-7-6.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Disassembly the wash pump refer to with the way required for the wash pump. Remove the rubber pipe of the sump Remove the transparent pipe of the water level switch. Disassembly the temperature sensor with...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. screw the Ring nut for sump fastening out with an anticlockwise way . Sump are dissembled completly 1-7-7. Water softer disassembly Lay the dishwasher on the floor, then remove the bottom cover, pull out the...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Circumrotate the fixing set of the water softer anticlockwise, then screw id down(you can use the disassembly tool to operate) Then take the water softer down accordingly. 1-7-8. Heater disassembly Remove the two self-drilling bolts for fixing the heater bracket from the middle bar, then remove the heater.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Remove the connector pipe of the hot pump and the middle hot pump ,then can take the heater down. Page 21 of 49...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-8. Parts and Functions 1-8-1. Close-up view (control panel) A State Indicator Low Rinse Aid Indicator B ON-OFF Button Low Salt Indicator C "3 in 1" Indicator Knob For Selecting Cycle D "3 in 1" Button 1-8-2.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-9. How to fill the salt 1-9-1. 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.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-10. How to fill rinse aid and detergent dispenser 1-10-1. How to fill rinse aid 1-10-1-1.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.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-11. 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.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-11-3. Shelf Lean tall glasses and those with long stems against the shelf not against other items to be washed. Place glasses, cups and small bowls on the additional cup rack. The additional cup rack can be swiveled in or out as required (see fig.H)
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-12. Turning on the Appliance 1-12-1. Switching the dishwasher ON --Close the door after loading the appliance. --Set On-Off button "B" to On. The indicator light "A" comes --Rotate the dial to select the required programme. The time-remaining indicator displays the time required for the programme you have selected.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-12-5. Delayed start programming You can delay the start of a programme in increments of 1 hour up to 24 hours. --Close the door after loading the appliance. --Switch dishwasher ON. --Immediately press the Delayed Start button "F". The delayed start indicator "E" blinks and the time-remaining indicator "G"...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Warning Do not place the tablets in the cutlery basket as this will result in poorer wash results. The tablets should be placed in the detergent dispenser. Notice: 3 in 1 or similar tablets should not be used when Heat Wash, Rapid wash or Soak programmes are selected.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-15. How to keep your dishwasher in shape 1-15-1. After Every Wash After every wash, turn off the water supply (not necessary for models with “Aquastop” ) the appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-16. Clean and mentenance Regular inspection and maintenance of your appliance helps to prevent problems from occurring.This saves time and aggravation.You should therefore carefully inspect the inside of your dishwasher from time to time.
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-17. Maintenance Services and Trouble Shooting 1-17-1. Maintenance services It may occur that the dishwasher does not function or does not function properly,before calling for assistance, Iet us see what can be done first: have you forgotten to press one of the buttons or to perform an essential operation? 1-17-2.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. When the buzzer emits 10 short warning signals every 30 seconds and the time-remaining indicator displays"E5" Have you checked whether: --the water supply to the house is on and has sufficient pressure;...
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. Knocking sound can be heared while washing is taking place A spray arm is knocking against the dishes inside the appliance. Rattling sound can be heared while washing is taking place Crockery has not been stacked properly inside the appliance.
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Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. ----Too much salt was spilt while filling container. Glasses become clouded and discoloured; coating cannot be wiped off Unsuitable detergent was used. Glasses are not dishwasher-proof. Smears left behind on glasses and cutlery; glasses have acquired a metallic appearance...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-18. Analysis of the common breakdowns 1-18-1. Door switch trouble Phenomenon: the dishwasher does not work Whether the door is closed Close the door Check if door flap is OK Replace it...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-18-2. Water supply trouble Phenomenon: water level cannot reach the required location Whether water is flowing in the hose Turn on the Whether the stopcock is turned on stopcock Whether solenoid Measure whether solenoid...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-18-3. Drain pump trouble Phenomenon: water cannot be drained Repair the pipeline and drain pump Whether drain pump Whether the pipeline and is working drain pump was blocked The drain hose Whether drain...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-18-4. Heating element trouble Phenomenon: Heating element cannot work Whether socket connector Connect it well is connected well Check the resistance between the Replace the heater heater resistor Check whether the Connect the two...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-18-6. Power supply trouble Phenomenon: dishwasher cannot work Check whether the power Connect it properly connector is in position Check whether the The cable or the controller circuit between the two board should be suspected...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-18-7. Leak trouble Phenomenon: dishwasher stop working Check whether the drain Drive up the drain hose is too low hose properly Check whether the water Change the water level level switch is damaged...
Service Manual Issue Model No: DW12-TFE3 Series Rev. 1-19. Technical data Width 60 cm Depth 60 cm Height 85 cm Capacity 12 standard place settings Mains water pressure 0.03-0.6MPa Power voltage 220-240V~ 50Hz Total absorbed power 1950W Maximum current intensity...