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Smeg STC700 Instruction Manual
Smeg STC700 Instruction Manual

Smeg STC700 Instruction Manual

Smeg dishwasher instruction manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for choosing this product. We advise you to carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual, in order to understand how to operate your dishwasher safely and correctly. The manual is divided into paragraphs, which provide a step by step...
  • Page 3: Safety And Operating Instructions

    THAT OPENINGS UNDERSIDE OBSTRUCTED. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE DISHWASHER AFTER EACH USE TO AVOID WASTING ELECTRICITY. OBSOLETE APPLIANCES MUST BE RENDERED UNUSABLE. CUT OFF THE MAINS POWER CORD AFTER UNPLUGGING IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET, AND MAKE SAFE ANY COMPONENTS WHICH MIGHT BE DANGEROUS FOR...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    OFFICE, YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICE OR THE SHOP WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT. IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT, DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND SHUT OFF THE WATER TAP. DO NOT USE APPLIANCES WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TRANSIT! IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR DEALER.
  • Page 5 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. KNIVES AND OTHER SHARP-POINTED KITCHEN UTENSILS MUST BE PLACED IN THE CUTLERY BASKET WITH THEIR TIPS FACING DOWNWARD.
  • Page 6: Installation And Hook-Up

    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 DRAIN CONNECTION Fit the drain hose into a pipe having diameter of at least 4 cm; the dishwasher is fitted with a special device which allows column installation, even with the drain pipe below the level of the dishwasher. 2.2 Electrical connection and precautions...
  • Page 8 Installation instructions IF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD: IT IS NECESSARY TO INSTALL IN THE FIXED WIRING AN ALL-POLE DISCONNECTION DEVICE HAVING A GAP BETWEEN CONTACTS OF AT LEAST 3.5MM. AFTER INSTALLATION THE DISCONNECTION DEVICE HAS TO BE EASY TO REACH.
  • Page 9 Installation instructions FOR UK ONLY: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: Remove the fuse cover A and fuse B.
  • Page 10: Description Of The Controls

    3. Description of the controls 3.1 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 11 "2/1" OPTION BUTTON Press this button to activate the option for use of 2/1 products. "2/1" OPTION LIGHT Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated. PROGRAM DELAY BUTTON Press this button to delay the start of the program by up to 9 hours. INFORMATION DISPLAY SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON To select the most suitable program for the dishes to be washed refer to...
  • Page 12 After using the table to identify the most appropriate washing program: • press the ON/OFF button (1) and wait for the PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHT (2) to illuminate; • keep pressing the PROGRAM SELECTION button (3) until the indicator light corresponding to the desired program illuminates; •...
  • Page 13 PROGRAMME SYMBOL NAME DISH WARMER CRYSTAL STRONG SUPER Only run the soak program with half loads. The 2/1 option (7) can be selected in all programs except the soak program. To execute programs 6,7,8,9,10 users must first press the extra programs button (5). (***) 20 grams in the detergent dispenser + 5 grams in the tank.
  • Page 14 User instructions The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open or not properly closed. 3.2 Washing programs Before starting a washing program make sure that: • The water supply tap is open. • The correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser.
  • Page 15 “2 in 1” or “double action” products; in this case the dishwasher will use the product in an optimal way avoiding rinse-aid consumption, which could already be found in the dishwasher.
  • Page 16 The PROGRAM DELAY button (9) can be pressed to delay the start of the program by up to 9 hours. This means that the dishwasher can be operated at the time of day of your choice. Press the button several times in succession and the display will show the delay with which the appliance will start, beginning from 9 hours.
  • Page 17 ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM N.B.: for the setting below to be possible, a washing program other than the soak program must be set. Press the PROGRAM DELAY button (9) and keep it pressed until the preset value appears followed by a full stop (normally 3.). Release the button then press it again in succession to display the value required, referring to the table.
  • Page 18 END OF CYCLE At the end of the program the beeper sounds briefly and the lights of programs 4 and 5 flash. To switch off the dishwasher, open the door and press the ON/OFF button (1). REMOVING THE DISHES At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minutes before...
  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: • Add the rinse aid and detergent. 4.1 Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers The detergent and rinse aid dispensers are on the inside of the door;...
  • Page 20 ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTING The dishwasher is factory set for medium water hardness. However it possible to change the setting by turning the dispenser’s selector to the desired position: the amount of rinse aid dispensed is proportional to the selector position.
  • Page 21 • Do not use detergents formulated for washing dishes by hand, because they produce a great deal of foam and may negatively affect the operation of the dishwasher. • Add the correct amount of detergent. An insufficient amount of detergent will result in a partial removal of dirt from the dishes, whereas an excessive amount is wasteful and does not improve the washing results.
  • Page 22 The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. 4.2 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 23 • Glass and crystal: in general, glass and crystal objects can be washed in the dishwasher. However, certain types of glass and crystal may become dull and lose their clearness after many washings. Therefore, for these items we recommend using the least aggressive program available.
  • Page 24 User instructions 4.3 Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 7 place-settings, including serving dishes. CAUTION: do not place items in positions where they prevent the detergent dispenser hatch from opening properly.
  • Page 25 User instructions The basket is fitted with plate racks which can be stowed horizontal if required. CUTLERY BASKET Cutlery must be placed with the tips facing downward.
  • Page 26: Cleaning And Maintenance

    5.1 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. Clean the door gaskets with a damp sponge.
  • Page 27 To remove the top spray arm, take off the retainer ring-nut. Wash it in a jet of water and fit it into place correctly, checking that there are no impediments of any kind preventing it from turning freely. CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT •...
  • Page 28 • It is essential to thoroughly clean the filters according to the above instructions: the dishwasher cannot function if the filters are clogged. • Carefully replace the filters in their seats, to avoid damaging the wash pump.
  • Page 29 If the dishes do not come out clean, check that: • the correct amount of detergent has been added; • the dishes are being loaded correctly; • the selected program is suitable for the dish types and their degree of soiling; •...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    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 Light off User instructions DESCRIPTION Water heating malfunction The water is not heated or the heating parameters are not correct.
  • Page 31 • The alarm E7 is visualized at the end of the cycle that comes, however, brought to the end since the operation of the dishwasher is not harmed. To “reset” an alarm is necessary: •...
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