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CONTENTS Contents Operating Instructions Introduction Care and Cleaning Important Safety information Troubleshooting Features Limited Warranty...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing IKEA NOTE This User Manual is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality Very Important Information throughout the service life of your new - Read Before Operating Your appliance. Dishwasher! We view your purchase as the beginning Normal Operating Sounds of a relationship.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Items that are not marked dishwasher safe may melt and create a potential WARNING fire hazard. • When loading items to be washed: When using your dishwasher, follow basic - Locate sharp items and knives so precautions, including the following: that they are not likely to damage the door seal or tub.
FEATURES Your dishwasher cleans by spraying a mixture of hot water and detergent through the spray arms against soiled surfaces. First, the dishwasher drains for a few seconds to remove soils dropped while loading, then fills with water covering the filter area. Water is then pumped through the spray arms.
CONTROLS & SETTINGS NOTE The dishwasher checks the soil level on your dishes. In response, automatic cycle adjust- ments are made to assure the dishwasher gets clean – with less food the cycle gets shorter. Cycle time will also vary based on the options selected and the incoming water temperature. Wash Temp CAUTION The programmed cycles default to the...
CONTROLS & SETTINGS Heat Dry Delay Start The HEAT DRY option in combination with The DELAY START option allows you to rinse aid will enhance drying performance. automatically delay starting your dishwasher HEAT DRY option is available on all cycles. from 1-24 hours.
CONTROLS & SETTINGS Status Window The STATUS window, available on some models, indicates the following activity: 1-24h Number of delay start hours. CLOSE Close will scroll across the The last hour will count down status window indicating the in minutes. door needs to be closed.
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CONTROLS & SETTINGS Cycle Chart Time * Washes/ Cycle Settings Water (Hours) Rinses (approx.) Heavy Default 7.0 - 7.9 gal. 4 Washes For pots, pans cas- Surge, Hi-Temp, and 26.6 - 29.9 liters 3 Rinses seroles and dinner- Heat ware with dried-on or Options baked-on soils, and Sanitize, and Air...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dish Preparation Scrape away large pieces of food, bones, pits, toothpicks, etc. The continuously filtered wash fluid will remove remaining food particles. Burned-on foods should be loosened before loading. Empty liquids from glasses and cups. Foods such as mustard, mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice and tomato based products may cause discoloration of stainless steel and plastics if allowed to...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Loading the Bottom Rack Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your model. The bottom rack is best for plates, saucers, bowls, and cookware. Large items should be placed along the edge so they do not block the spray arm rotation.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Loading the Silverware Basket Mix items in each section of the basket with some pointing up and some down to avoid nesting. Water spray cannot reach nested CAUTION items. Load sharp items (knives, skewers, etc.) pointing down. Failure to do so may result in injury. Features and appearance of racks and silverware basket may vary from your Adding an article...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Filling the Detergent Dispenser CAUTION The detergent dispenser has a main wash cup where you will add your detergent or detergent tab. The use of industrial grade detergent can damage parts of the dishwasher leading • Use only fresh automatic dishwashing to damage to the unit and surrounding detergent.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dosage of Detergent Place a single detergent tablet or packet into the detergent dispenser compartment. Detergent Usage Chart Medium Hard Water Hard Water Water Hardness Soft Water (0-3 grains) (4-8 grains) (9-12 grains) Amount of detergent 4 teaspoons 6 teaspoons 8 teaspoons (teaspoons)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Rinse Aid NOTE Rinse aid greatly improves drying, reduces water spots, filming. With The HEAT DRY option in combination with it water “sheets” off dishes rather than rinse aid will enhance drying performance. forming water droplets that cling and leave The energy required to use the HEAT DRY spots.
CARE AND CLEANING Outside Occasionally wipe with a mild nonabrasive detergent and water. Rinse and dry. NOTE Cleaning of console surfaces must be carried out only with lukewarm water and neutral soaps. Care of Drain Air Gap If a drain air gap was installed for your Clean the Coarse Filter built-in dishwasher, check to make sure it is clean so the dishwasher will drain properly.
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CARE AND CLEANING Winterizing CAUTION A dishwasher left in an unheated place should be protected from freezing. Have a qualified person do the following: Property Damage Hazard Freezing temperatures may cause water To Disconnect Service: lines to rupture. Be sure all supply lines Turn off electrical power to the to and circulating lines within dishwasher dishwasher at the supply source by...
TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling for service, review this list. It selected. Also, check phosphate level. may save you both time and expense. This (See Detergent Dispenser.) list includes common experiences that are • Home water pressure may be too low not the result of defective workmanship or - it should be 20 to 120 pounds per material in your dishwasher.
TROUBLESHOOTING Dishwasher Leaks • Check to see if drain hose is kinked. • Use only fresh detergent designed • Make sure cycle is complete, not in a for automatic dishwashers. Measure pause. detergent carefully. Try a different Dishwasher has an Odor brand.
IKEA appointed Service Provider will examine the product and decide, at its sole discretion, if it is covered under this guarantee. If considered covered, IKEA Service Provider or its au- thorized service partner through its own service operations, will then, at its sole discretion, either repair the defective product or replace it with the same or a comparable product.
SAVE THE SALES RECEIPT! It is your proof of purchase and required for the guarantee to apply. The sales receipt also reports the IKEA name and article number (8 digit code) for each of the appliances you have purchased. Do you need extra help? For any additional questions not related to After Sales of your appliances please contact your nearest IKEA store call centre.
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