Operating Instructions; Using The Water Softening System - Smeg CA01-1 Instruction Manual

4. Operating instructions

Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows:
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The amount of scale contained in the water (water hardness
index) can cause whitish staining on the dry dishes, which tend
to become dull over time. The dishwasher is equipped with an
automatic softening system which uses a special regenerating
salt to reduce the hardness of the water.
The dishwasher is factory set for water hardness level 3
(average hardness 41-60°dF – 24-31°dH).
When using water of medium hardness, the regenerating salt container should be refilled after
approximately 20 washing cycles. The salt container can hold approximately 1.7 Kg of salt in
grains. The container is situated at the bottom of the dishwasher. After removing the lower basket,
unscrew the salt container cap by turning it anticlockwise and pour in the salt using the funnel
supplied with the dishwasher. Before replacing the cap, remove any salt residues from around the
opening.
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Be careful not to confuse the salt and detergent packages; adding detergent to the salt
container will damage the water softening system.
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Adjust the water softening system;
Add the regenerating salt;
Add the rinse aid and detergent.

Using the water softening system

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.
Each time the salt container is refilled, make sure that the cap is securely closed. The
mixture of water and detergent must never penetrate the salt container, as this would
compromise the operation of the regeneration system. In the event of this occurring, the
warranty will be invalidated.
Only use regenerating salt specially formulated for domestic dishwashers. If using salt tablets,
do not fill the container completely.
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; the prolonged
presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion.
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