General information and tips Environmental information VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO: Get usage advice, brochures, trouble shooter, service and repair information: www.smeg.com/services/customer-service Subject to change without notice. SAFETY INFORMATION Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage.
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Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with • very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away • from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using • the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be reused. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation access to the mains plug after the installation. WARNING! Only a qualified • Do not pull the mains cable to person must install this disconnect the appliance.
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• Please note that self-repair or non- professional repair can have safety • Do not put flammable products or items consequences and might void the that are wet with flammable products guarantee. in, near or on the appliance. • The following spare parts will be •...
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The graphics below is just a general product overview. For more detailed information, refer to other chapters and/or documents provided with the appliance. Upper spray arms Rinse aid dispenser Lower spray arm Detergent dispenser Filters Cutlery basket Rating plate Lower basket Salt container Upper basket...
Option button programme button Indicators Indicator Description Rinse aid indicator. It is on when the rinse aid dispenser needs refilling. Refer to "Before first use". Salt indicator. It is on when the salt container needs refilling. Refer to "Before first use". Self Clean indicator.
Water (l) Energy (kWh) Duration (min) 1) 2) Programme 8.5 - 10.4 0.743 - 0.909 0.704 8.0 - 10.5 0.683 - 1.047 120 - 170 Self Clean 7.4 - 8.9 0.396 - 0.484 1) The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options, the quantity of dishes and the degree of soil can change the values.
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How to change a setting Make sure the appliance is in setting mode. 1. Press Previous or Next until the indicator dedicated to the desired setting flashes. The light related to indicates the current setting value: • For the settings with two values (on Setting mode and off), the light is either on (= the setting is on) or off (= the setting is...
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The water softener should be adjusted your area. It is important to set the right according to the hardness of the water in level of the water softener to assure good your area. Your local water authority can washing results. advise you on the hardness of the water in Water hardness German de‐...
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a programme). Regeneration initiation has performance, always use rinse aid and no impact on the cycle duration, unless it keep the rinse aid indicator active. occurs in the middle of a programme or at To deactivate the rinse aid dispenser and the end of a programme with a short indicator, set the level of rinse aid to 0.
Key tones CAUTION! If children have access to the appliance, we The buttons on the control panel make a advise to deactivate Dry Assist. click sound when you press them. You The automatic opening of the can deactivate this sound. door may pose a danger.
How to fill the rinse aid CAUTION! Only use rinse aid dispenser designed specifically for dishwashers. 1. Press the release element (A) to open the lid (B). 2. Pour the rinse aid in the dispenser (C) until the liquid reaches the marking "FILL".
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How to delay the start of a The light related to the button flashes. programme 2. Activate if desired. 3. Close the appliance door to start the You can delay the start of the selected programme. programme by 3 hours. 1.
• When the programme is completed. If the door is opened for more • After 5 minutes if a programme was not than 30 seconds during the started. drying phase, the running programme ends. It does not End of the programme happen if the door is opened by When the programme is complete, the Dry Assist function.
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• Always use the correct quantity of • There is enough salt and rinse aid detergent. Insufficient dosage of (unless you use multi-tablets). detergent can result in poor cleaning • The arrangement of the items in the results and hard-water filming or baskets is correct.
CARE AND CLEANING Internal cleaning WARNING! Before any maintenance other than • Carefully clean the appliance, including running the programme Self the rubber gasket of the door, with a Clean, deactivate the appliance soft damp cloth. and disconnect the mains plug •...
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5. Make sure that there are no residues 1. Turn the filter (B) counterclockwise of food or soil in or around the edge of and remove it. the sump. 6. Put back in place the flat filter (A). Make sure that it is correctly positioned under the 2 guides.
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Cleaning the upper spray arms CAUTION! An incorrect position of the filters can cause We recommend to clean the upper spray bad washing results and arms regularly to prevent soil from damage to the appliance. clogging the holes. Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory washing results.
and fix it in the duct by turning it counterclockwise. Make sure that the mounting element locks into place. 4. To install the spray arm back, insert the mounting element in the spray arm TROUBLESHOOTING to contact an Authorised Service WARNING! Improper repair of Centre.
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Problem and alarm code Possible cause and solution The appliance does not • Make sure that the sink spigot is not clogged. drain the water. • Make sure that the interior filter system is not clogged. • The lights related to the •...
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Problem and alarm code Possible cause and solution The level of water inside the • Switch the appliance off and on. appliance is too high. • Make sure that the filters are clean. • The lights related to the • Make sure that the outlet hose is installed at the right programme buttons flash height above the floor.
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The dishwashing and drying results are not satisfactory Problem Possible cause and solution Poor washing results. • Refer to "Daily use", "Hints and tips" and the basket loading leaflet. • Use more intensive washing programme. • Activate the option to improve the washing results of a selected programme.
Problem Possible cause and solution Odours inside the appliance. • Refer to "Internal cleaning". • Start the Self Clean programme with a descaler or a cleaning product designed for dishwashers. Limescale deposits on the ta‐ • The level of salt is low, check the refill indicator. bleware, on the tub and on the •...
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Link to the EU EPREL database EPREL database using the link https:// eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name The QR code on the energy label supplied and product number that you can find on with the appliance provides a web link to the rating plate of the appliance.
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