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- Page 1 User Instructions VA6011AT Dishwasher...
- Page 2 Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Above all please observe the safety instructions on the first few pages ofthese user instructions! Please keep these user instructions for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. The warning triangle and/or specific words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!) are used to highlight instructions that are important for your safety or for the function of the appliance.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents CONTENTS Operating Instructions ........Safety Instructions . - Page 4 Contents Care and Cleaning ..........32 Cleaning the Filter .
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Page 5: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions The safety aspects of ATAG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards. Nevertheless, as a manufacturer we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information: Installation, Connection and Placing into Operation •... - Page 6 • If the mains lead is damaged, or is to be replaced for a longer lead, the cable (obtainable from ATAG customer service) must be changed by a service engineer authorised by ATAG. • Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cable, always pull the plug.
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Page 7: Disposal
Operating Instructions • Do not sit or stand on the open door, the appliance may tip over. • In the event of a fault, first close the tap, then switch off the appli- ance and unplug it from the mains. If the appliance is permanently wired to the mains: switch off the fuse(s) or unscrew them. -
Page 8: Appliance Features, Display And Control Fields
Operating Instructions Appliance Features, Display and Control Fields Top Spray Arm Rubber Seal for Connecting the Water Feed to the Spray Arm Spray Arms Water Hardness Switch Container for Special Salt Container for Rinse Aid Detergent Dispenser Display and Control Fields Rating plate Filters... -
Page 9: Display And Control Panels
Operating Instructions Display and Control Panels Function buttons Display for set Indicators delay start Display for the individ- Control panel delay start ual programme steps The control panel consists of the ON/OFF button and the pro- gramme buttons with LED displays. Function buttons: In addition to the stated wash programme the fol- lowing functions can also be set using these buttons: Function button 1... -
Page 10: Prior To Using For The First Time
Operating Instructions Prior to using for the first time Prior to using for the first time, remove all the clips with which the dish racks are secured for transport. Then perform the following steps: 1. Adjust the water softener 2. Fill with Special Salt for the Water Softener 3. -
Page 11: Setting The Water Softener
Operating Instructions 1) The water hardness will only be indicated acoustically if the acoustic signal has been activated. 2) (°d) German degree, measure of the hardness of water 3) [mmol/l] millimol per litre, international unit for the hardness of water 4) On this setting the length of the dishwashing cycle may be slightly longer. -
Page 12: Special Salt For The Water Softener
Operating Instructions Special salt for the water softener If the water hardness in your area is less than 4 °d, then the water in your dishwasher does not need to be softened and you do not need to use special salt or salt substitute. Water can be softened in one of two ways: •... -
Page 13: Adding Special Salt
Operating Instructions Adding special salt If you are using dishwasher detergent and special salt separately, add the special salt: – Before using the dishwasher for the first time. – When the indicator for special salt is illuminated on the control panel. -
Page 14: Rinse Aid
Operating Instructions RINSE AID Rinse aid ensures that your dishes gleam and are free from spots, and that your glasses are clear. Rinse aid can be added in one of two ways: • If you are using dishwasher detergent that already contains rinse aid, the detergent including the rinse aid is put into the detergent com- partment. -
Page 15: Adding Rinse Aid
Operating Instructions display will indicate the current setting: Inflow of rinse aid is activated (factory setting) display is flashing: Inflow of rinse aid is deactivated display is not flashing: 5. Pressing function button 2 activates and deactivates the rinse aid dis- pensing function. -
Page 16: Adjusting Rinse Aid Dosing
Operating Instructions 4. Fill with rinse aid exactly up to the level marked “max”; this corresponds to a quantity of approx. 140 ml. 5. Close the lid and press until it locks into place. 6. Wipe up any spilt rinse aid with a cloth. -
Page 17: Activating/Deactivating The Acoustic Signal
Operating Instructions Activating/deactivating the acoustic signal In addition to the optical display (e.g. indicating the end of the cycle, errors) you can also choose to set an acoustic signal. 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. 2. Press the ON/OFF button. The LED in the ON/OFF button will become illuminated. -
Page 18: In Daily Use
Operating Instructions In Daily Use • Is it necessary to refill with special salt or rinse aid? • Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher • Fill with dishwasher detergent • Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes •... -
Page 19: Loading Cutlery
Operating Instructions – To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch – Do not lay small objects (e.g. lids) in the cutlery rack Loading Cutlery Long, pointed items of cutlery are a hazard if placed in the cutlery basket, particularly to children (see Safety Instructions). They should therefore be placed in the upper rack. -
Page 20: Loading Pans, Frying Pans And Large Plates
Operating Instructions On some models of dishwasher it is possible to open the cutlery basket. To ensure that the cutlery basket cannot open on removal from the appliance, you should always hold both parts of the two part handle. 1. Place the cutlery basket on a table or work surface 2. - Page 21 Operating Instructions Type 2: The right-hand plate inserts in the lower rack can be folded over to the left To ease the loading of large items, the two right-hand plate inserts in the lower rack can be folded over to the left: 1.
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Page 22: Loading Cups, Glasses And Coffee Services
Operating Instructions Type 4: The two rear plate inserts in the lower rack can be folded across one another To ease the loading of large items, the two rear plate inserts in the lower rack can be folded across one another. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Height Of The Upper Basket
Operating Instructions Adjusting the Height of the Upper Basket Maximum Height of the Dishes in the Upper Basket Lower Basket With upper basket raised 22 cm 31 cm With upper basket lowered 24 cm 29 cm The height of the basket can also be adjusted when it is loaded. Lowering the Upper Basket: 1. -
Page 24: Filling With Detergent
Operating Instructions Filling with detergent Only use detergent specifically designed for domestic dishwashers. Fill with detergent: – Prior to using the dishwasher (do not use with the programme ‘pre wash’). Detergent is automatically added during the programme. Please observe the instructions with regard to dosage and storage as detailed on the detergent’s packaging. -
Page 25: Use Of 'Combined Detergent Tablets
Operating Instructions Use of ‘Combined detergent tablets’. Important instructions Detergent tablets which combine the function of detergent, rinse aid and salt are available. 1. Should you use this type of detergent, please check whether the hard- ness of the tap water is in accordance with the details as stated on the packaging material and / or whether the product is suitable for use. -
Page 26: Concentrated Detergents
Operating Instructions Concentrated detergents Based on the chemical composition the dishwasher detergents can be subdivided in two groups: – conventional alkaline detergents containing caustic substances – concentrated dishwasher detergents, slightly alkaline and containing natural enzymes Use of a dishwasher programme on a temperature of 50 °C and whilst using a concentrated detergent is environmental friendly and extends the life span of the crockery, for the 50 °C-programmes are specially matched to the soil dissolving properties of the enzymes in the concen-... -
Page 27: Automatic Wash Programmes
Operating Instructions Automatic Wash Programmes During the AUTOMATIC programmes the amount of soiling on the dishes is determined by how cloudy the water is. If the appliance is partially loaded and the dishes lightly soiled, the “pre wash”, “main wash” and “rinsing” elements of the programme are shorter and the water consumption level is lower. -
Page 28: Selecting The Wash Programme (Programme Table)
Operating Instructions Selecting the Wash Programme (Programme Table) Choose the most suitable wash programme with the aid of this table: Type of Coffee Service Dinner Service and Cooking Utensils Dishes and Dessert Dishes In Addition with delicate glasses Type of •... -
Page 29: Starting A Dishwashing Cycle
Operating Instructions Starting a dishwashing cycle 1. Open the dishwasher door. 2. Check that the dishes and cutlery are stacked in the dishwasher in such a way that the spray arms are free to rotate. 3. Turn on the tap fully. 4. -
Page 30: Setting Or Changing The Start Delay
Operating Instructions 4. Close the dishwasher door. The newly selected dishwashing cycle will commence from the begin- ning. Interrupting the dishwashing cycle by opening the dishwasher door 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. The dishwashing cycle will stop. 2. Close the dishwasher door. The dishwashing cycle will continue. -
Page 31: Load Sensing - Automatic
Operating Instructions Cancelling the start delay: As long as the dishwashing cycle has not started you are still able to cancel the start delay. Continue pressing the delay timer button until none of the three time displays are illuminated. The selected dishwash- ing cycle will begin immediately after the dishwasher door has been closed. -
Page 32: Switching Off The Dishwasher
Operating Instructions Switching off the dishwasher If the acoustic signal has been enabled, a continuous tone will sound for 15 seconds at the end of the dishwashing cycle. Hot steam may escape if the door is opened immediately after the cycle has ended. -
Page 33: Cleaning The Filter
Operating Instructions Cleaning the Filter The filters in the base of the washing compartment are to a large extent self-cleaning. Nevertheless the filters should be checked and cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters will degrade the washing result. 1. Open the door, remove the lower rack. -
Page 34: What To Do, When
Operating Instructions What to do, when ... Try to rectify minor faults on the dishwasher with the aid of the instructions given here. If you call in customer service to resolve one of the malfunctions listed here, or rectify an error made in the operation of the appliance, the customer service engineer’s visit is not free of charge, even during the period of guarantee. - Page 35 Operating Instructions Malfunction Possible cause Remedy Two short continuously The siphon is blocked. Clean out siphon. repeated warning tones can be heard, the cycle indicator for the The water drain hose selected dishwashing cycle is has not been correctly Check hose installation. flashing, laid.
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Page 36: Problems Occur During Use Of The Dishwasher
Operating Instructions ...problems occur during use of the dishwasher. Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy The door of the dishwasher is Shut the door. not closed properly. Mains plug is not plugged in. Insert mains plug. The programme does House fuse is defective. Replace fuse. -
Page 37: Technical Data
Operating Instructions There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating on glasses and dishes. – Lower rinse aid dosing. There are dried water drops on the glasses and dishes. – Increase rinse aid dosing. – The detergent may be the cause. Contact the detergent manufac- turer’s customer advisor. -
Page 38: Notes For Test Institutes
Operating Instructions Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see Programme Table). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see Programme Table). -
Page 39: Installation And Connection Instructions
Installation and Connection Instructions INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted to ensure that it is stable and level. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the appliance to that of surrounding units extend the threaded feet by unscrew- ing:... -
Page 40: Installing The Furniture Door
Installation and Connection Instructions Installing the Furniture Door (see installation stencil supplied) The door of the appliance can be fitted with a wooden furniture door of the following dimensions: Width: 591 mm – 594 mm Thickness: 16 mm – 24 mm Height: max. -
Page 41: Connecting The Dishwasher
Installation and Connection Instructions Connecting the Dishwasher Water Connection The dishwasher is fitted with safety devices that prevent the wash water returning into the drinking water system and comply with the applicable plumbing regulations. • The dishwasher can be connected to cold and hot water supplies up to max. - Page 42 Installation and Connection Instructions The following section is only applicable to dishwashers that have a safety valve on the threaded hose fitting for the tap: Water inlet hose with safety valve After connecting the double-walled water inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap.
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Page 43: Water Drain
Water drain into wash basins (only possible with free-standing appliances) In the case that you wish to hang the drain hose in a wash basin, use a detachable hose elbow. You can obtain this from ATAG customer service. 1. Fit the elbow to the drain hose. -
Page 44: Leak Prevention System
Installation and Connection Instructions Leak prevention system To avoid damage caused by water leakage, the dishwasher is equipped with a leak prevention system. In the event of a fault, the safety valve in the appliance immediately interrupts the inflow of water and the drain pump is activated. In this way water can neither escape nor overflow. -
Page 45: Connections
Installation and Connection Instructions Connections The water inlet and drain hoses, as well as the mains cable must be connected beside the dishwasher as there is insufficient space behind the appliance. The plumbing and electrical installation example given below can only be regarded as a recommendation;... -
Page 47: Service
Service SERVICE In the section "What to do, if..." the most important sources of faults that you can rectify yourself are summarised. If, nevertheless, you call in customer service to resolve a problem listed in these instruction, or because of an error made in operating the appliance, the customer service engineer’s visit is not free of charge, even during the warranty period.
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