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Contents
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General safety instructions _______________________________ 2
2
Installation____________________________________________ 9
3
Description of the controls ______________________________ 20
4
Operating instructions __________________________________ 32
5. Cleaning and maintenance ______________________________ 52
6. Troubleshooting. What to do if... __________________________ 55
7. Troubleshooting ______________________________________ 60
Thank you for choosing one of our products.
You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the
information you need about the right conditions for the proper, safe use of
your dishwasher.
The individual sections are laid out to provide you with a step-by-step
guide to all your appliance's functions; the texts are easy to understand
and are complete with detailed illustrations.
Recommendations are given for the correct use of the baskets, spray
arms, containers, filters, washing programs, and for operating the controls.
Following the cleaning instructions provided here will keep your
dishwasher's performance at peak levels in the long term.
This user-friendly manual will provide answers to all your questions about
use of the dishwasher.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: these are intended for the qualified
technician who must carry out the installation, hook-up and testing of the
appliance.
USER INSTRUCTIONS: these consist of recommendations for using the
appliance, a description of its controls and of the correct cleaning and
maintenance procedures.
This manual includes options, programs and features that may be present
on the type of dishwasher you have purchased. For the specific
characteristics of your model, please refer to the manual supplied together
with the product.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents General safety instructions _______________________________ 2 Installation____________________________________________ 9 Description of the controls ______________________________ 20 Operating instructions __________________________________ 32 5. Cleaning and maintenance ______________________________ 52 6. Troubleshooting. What to do if... __________________________ 55 7. Troubleshooting ______________________________________ 60 Thank you for choosing one of our products. You are advised to read this manual carefully;...

  • Page 2: General Safety Instructions

    Installation TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS 1 General safety instructions  This manual is an integral part of the appliance; it must always be kept intact together with the dishwasher for future reference (even if sold). Before using the appliance, carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual.
  • Page 3 Installation  Never leave waste packaging unattended. Do not allow children to play with packaging materials. Separate waste packaging materials by type and consign them to the nearest recycling centre.  The plate with the technical data, serial number and marking is in a visible position on the inside edge of the door.
  • Page 4 Installation  Building-in the appliance underneath a hob is absolutely forbidden. Installing a hob on top of free- standing appliance is absolutely forbidden.  To ensure stability, install the appliance only under continuous worktop, securely fixed to adjacent cabinets. If the appliance is installed in a high cabinet, both the appliance and the cabinet must be adequately fixed.
  • Page 5 Installation  The appliance must be connected to the water supply by means of new hoses.  Briefly test the appliance after installation. Run a wash cycle with a temperature of between 45 and 70°C with the dishwasher empty and using a specific dishwasher detergent.
  • Page 6 Installation suffocation. Observe all the safety instructions on the packaging of these products.  Do not drink the water residues which may be present on the dishes or appliance at the end of the washing program.  Never place solvents such as alcohol or turpentine, which potentially explosive,...
  • Page 7 Installation water tap. In the event of damage to the supply cord, have it replaced by the manufacturer or an authorised technical service centre.  Some components are live even with the on/off button in the off position. Before performing any maintenance work on the appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply.
  • Page 8 Installation 1.1 Declaration of conformity The appliance complies with the essential requirements of the following European directives: - 2009/125/EC - 2011/65/EU - 2014/35/EU - IEC/EN 62471, risk group 1, for models with internal lighting. - IEC/EN 61770 1.2 Disposal This appliance must be disposed of separately from other waste (directive 2012/19/EC).

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Installation 2.1 Technical characteristics Water supply pressure min. 0.05 - max. 0.9 MPa (min. 0.5 – max. 9 bar) Water supply temperature max. 60°C Capacity 12-13 standard place settings Class of protection against IPX0 moisture Protection against electric class I shock Electrical data see the data plate...
  • Page 10 Installation 2.2 General information  Remove the polystyrene basket retainers.  Position the appliance in the desired place of installation.  This appliance may be placed up against walls or other furniture units.  If the appliance is installed near a heat source, fit a special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the appliance.
  • Page 11 Installation pump, drain pump, heating elements; pipes and hoses, valves, filters and acquastop devices; structural and internal parts of the door (separately or as an assembly); electronic boards and printed circuits; electronic displays; pressure switches; thermostats and sensors, software and firmware, including reset software.
  • Page 12 Installation Some models are equipped with only one adjustable foot at the rear, which can be adjusted by turning the screw on the lower front part of the appliance. Building-in a dishwasher underneath a hob is absolutely forbidden. Moreover, dishwashers may not be installed directly touching appliances which are not conventional built-in kitchen appliances (e.g.
  • Page 13 Installation Building-in a dishwasher underneath a hob is absolutely forbidden. Moreover, dishwashers may not be installed directly touching appliances which are not conventional built-in kitchen appliances (e.g. fireplaces, stoves, etc.). When installing the dishwasher in a compartment next to one or more other appliances, it is essential to comply with all the recommendations provided by the appliance’s manufacturer (minimum distances, installation procedures, etc.).
  • Page 14 Installation 2.3 Water supply connection Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance.
  • Page 15 Installation The dishwasher can also be connected to a hot water supply not exceeding 60°C. Supplying the appliance with hot water cuts down the washing time be approximately 20 minutes, but slightly reduces its effectiveness. Make the connection to the domestic hot water supply using the same procedure described for connecting to the cold water supply.
  • Page 16 Installation DRAIN CONNECTION Insert dishwasher’s drain hose into a drain pipe having a diameter of at least 4 cm, or alternatively, place it inside the kitchen sink using plastic support provided, taking care not to crush or excessively bend the hose. It is important to prevent the hose from coming loose and falling.
  • Page 17 Installation 2.4 Electrical connection and precautions Check that the voltage and the frequency of the mains match the ratings on the name plate of the appliance positioned on the inner edge of the door. The plug on the supply cord and the corresponding socket outlet must be of the same type and meet the regulations in force.
  • Page 18 Installation Some components are live even with the ON/OFF position. Before performing any maintenance work appliance, disconnect it from the electrical power supply. IF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD: An omnipolar circuit breaker in overvoltage protection class III must be installed in an easily accessible position on the power supply line.
  • Page 19 Installation FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY: This appliance must be earthed. Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13A fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 and proceed as follows: 1.

  • Page 20: Description Of The Controls

    User instructions 3 Description of the controls Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the front panel. Programming and option selection are only possible with the door closed. ON/OFF BUTTON AND WARNING LIGHT OPTION SELECTION BUTTONS AND WARNING LIGHTS “CHILD LOCK”...
  • Page 21 User instructions 3.2 Information display The dishwasher is equipped with a practical DISPLAY which provides information on the programmed dishwasher functions. Rinse aid lack warning indicator Salt lack warning indicator End of cycle signal “Child lock” option warning light Delayed start indicator, wash cycle duration and alarms H0….H5 Water softener setting indicator b0….b5...
  • Page 22 User instructions The number, type and the sequence of wash programs depend on the model purchased. Refer to the instruction manual supplied together with the product. ECO: Program with the lowest water and energy consumption for washing normally soiled dishes, even with dried-on residues. The information refers to the STANDARD EN60436 program (indicated in the programs table) that is the most efficient in terms of combined energy and water consumption.
  • Page 23 User instructions HYGIENE Increases the temperature of the final rinse to obtain a greater level of hygiene. Suitable for the intensive washing of plates, pots, pans, cutting boards, feeding bottles. Ideal for baby dishes or if there are allergy sufferers in the family. NOTE: The Hygiene 99.9% program has been tested by an external laboratory (VDE) without an option selected.
  • Page 24 User instructions REFERENCES for the ENERGY LABEL supplied with the dishwasher: The information refers to the EN 60436 - STANDARD program (indicated in the program table), which is the most effective in terms of combined energy and water consumption. The program is recommended for normally soiled dishes and is used to assess ecodesign compliance with EU legislation.
  • Page 25 User instructions Washing programs Before starting a washing program make sure that:  The water supply tap is open. The softener container contains regenerating salt.   The correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser. The baskets have been correctly loaded. ...
  • Page 26 User instructions SELECTION PROGRAM The program selection is possible through the relative buttons. By pressing the relative button of the desired program (see table) it will light up the relative pilot light to confirm that the operation occurred and on the DISPLAY a program duration forecast will appear (“h.mm”). START PROGRAM At this point, in order to start the machine, it is only enough to press the START/PAUSE...
  • Page 27 User instructions END PROGRAM At the end of the program the DISPLAY shows “end”. By pressing one of the program buttons the dishwasher is ready to start a new cycle. INTERRUPTING A PROGRAM In order to interrupt a running program it is necessary: to press the START/PAUSE for some seconds until when the ...
  • Page 28 User instructions OPTIONS The selection of options is controlled by the relative buttons and indicated by the warning light below the symbol. Please read the paragraphs relating to each option for their usage details. Option Description 1 SPECIAL Creates additional programs. Allows the dishes to be dried perfectly even at low rinse temperatures, with significant energy savings.
  • Page 29 User instructions AUTOMATIC DOOR OPENING – DRY ASSIST (always included in the ECO program) (it may be included in other programs, please refer to the manual supplied with the product). The program ends with a drying cycle that consists of a time during which the door is closed, and a time during which the door is slightly open (just waiting, to assist drying).
  • Page 30 User instructions TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT If the manufacturer's instructions and recommendations are  followed, washing the same number of similarly soiled dishes in a dishwasher consumes less water and energy than if they were washed by hand.
  • Page 31 User instructions If the door has to be opened while washing is in progress, the program will be interrupted. The relative light will keep flashing and a beeper will signal that the cycle has not been completed. You must wait about 1 minute before closing the door to restart the program.

  • Page 32: Operating Instructions

    User instructions 4 Operating instructions After having installed the dishwasher, remove the basket retainers and prepare the machine for use as follows: Regulate the water softening system;  Add regenerating salt;  Add rinse aid and detergent.  Setting the water hardness The dishwasher must be switched on and the door closed.
  • Page 33 User instructions 4.2 Adding the salt 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 salt to reduce the hardness of the water.
  • Page 34 User instructions In order for the water softening system to give fault-free service, the appliance performs a regeneration cycle of the system at regular intervals. The regeneration process consists of several stages. It starts at the end of the last rinse cycle, after the amount of water indicated in the mains water hardness setting has been reached during the wash cycle, and finishes at the beginning of the following wash cycle.
  • Page 35 User instructions 4.3 Adding the rinse aid detergent rinse dispensers are situated on the inner part of the door: the detergent dispenser is on the left, and the rinse aid dispenser is on the right. The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining;...
  • Page 36 User instructions Adjusting the amount of rinse aid The dishwasher must be switched on and the door closed.  Press and hold the cycle delay button until “b” appears on the  display followed by the current setting (e.g. b3). ...
  • Page 37 User instructions 4.4 Adding the detergent Open the detergent dispenser cover by lightly pressing the button P.  Add the detergent or tablet.   Close the cover by sliding it until it stops, indicated by a click. The dispenser will open automatically during the wash cycle. Only add the detergent or tablet if the dispenser is dry.
  • Page 38 User instructions When a program with a hot pre-wash is selected (see program table),  extra detergent must be placed in the cavity. Use only detergents specially formulated for dishwashers.  The detergent packs must be sealed and stored in a dry place to ...
  • Page 39 User instructions WARNING!  Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the washing cycle.  Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall and obstruct the spray arms or the wash pump.
  • Page 40 User instructions Using the baskets Capacity, including serving dishes: 12 or 13 place settings depending on model (see energy label). LOWER BASKET The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and should therefore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degree of soiling. All types and combinations of loads are permitted, provided that the dishes, pots and pans are arranged with all the soiled surfaces...
  • Page 41 User instructions LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to leave a gap between them. Loading examples: UPPER BASKET The upper basket should be loaded with small or medium-sized items...
  • Page 42 User instructions CUTLERY BASKET The basket is suitable for all types of cutlery, except long items that may interfere with the upper spray arm. The cutlery should be arranged in the spaces in the upper racks to allow the water to pass effectively between the items.
  • Page 43 User instructions TOP CUTLERY BASKET (on some models only) The basket is designed to take cutlery, placed in the spaces provided, and long utensils, positioned lengthwise. The “drawer” extraction system makes the basket easier to load, but it can also be taken completely off its runners by removing the retainers (as shown here).
  • Page 44 User instructions FLEXIDUO TOP CUTLERY BASKET (on some models only) This comprises two independent sliding, pull-out tray racks for easier loading/unloading of cutlery. Various loading systems and configurations are possible. For example, tea cups can be loaded with the right-hand rack set in the low position, while the left-hand rack or both can be removed to allow large dishes to be put in the top basket.
  • Page 45 User instructions EXAMPLES OF LOADING FOR INTENSIVE DIRT 12 standard place setting If the bottom basket inserts are of the fold-down type, they should be laid flat for easier loading. 13 standard place setting If the bottom basket inserts are of the fold-down type, they should be laid flat for easier loading.
  • Page 46 User instructions 13 standard place setting TOP CUTLERY BASKET (on some models only) If the bottom basket inserts are of the fold-down type, they should be laid flat for easier loading.
  • Page 47 User instructions 13 standard place setting FLEXIDUO TOP CUTLERY BASKET (on some models only) If the bottom basket inserts are of the fold-down type, they should be laid flat for easier loading.
  • Page 48 User instructions UPPER BASKET EQUIPMENT (depending on the model) Cutlery tray For knives, spoons (tea and dessert) and long objects. The ends are designed to hold long stemmed glasses. - It can be removed by pressing and pushing the release levers (B) at the same time.
  • Page 49 User instructions Fold-down shelves For mugs, cups and long objects. The ends are designed to hold long stemmed glasses When not used they can be moved to a vertical position (until a click is heard). Shelves with expandable wings For small objects, mugs and cups. They can be used either closed or open (pull the upper, sliding part).
  • Page 50 User instructions Fold-down tines These can be secured in a vertical position, resting on the bottom of the basket if unused, or placed in an intermediate position, as required. The single tine on the right is ideal for supporting long stemmed glasses.
  • Page 51 User instructions ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The height of the top basket can be adjusted to allow large dishes or pans to be placed in the bottom basket. The adjustment procedure may be type A or B, depending on the dishwasher model purchased. Version A: pull-out with adjustment in two positions.

  • Page 52: Cleaning And Maintenance

    User instructions 5. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the electrical supply or switch off the omnipolar circuit breaker. 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.
  • Page 53 User instructions To remove the lower spray arm, simply lift it up, pulling by the central  part. To remove the orbital spray arm assembly, take hold of the longer  arm and pull the orbital unit upward. Wash the arms under a jet of running water and return them carefully to their seat.
  • Page 54 User instructions CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT (models with planetarium sprayer) If the dishwasher is used every day, we recommend that you clean it once a week.  It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter and, if necessary, to clean it. ...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting. What To Do If

    User instructions 6. Troubleshooting. What to do if... Fault Possible cause Solution The salt light does not turn on There is still enough salt Check the fill level The rinse aid light does not There is still enough rinse aid Check the fill level turn on Water collects at the bottom...
  • Page 56 User instructions Cutlery becomes oxidized Avoid washing parts that can even if washed together with become oxidized other items that are subject to oxidation (pot handles, damaged knives, etc.) Too much salt in the washing Tighten the cap of the water water softener container properly The dishwasher does not start...
  • Page 57 User instructions - if it has triggered (S), close the door with force (without slamming it) until it rearms; then open and close the door again Door does not close properly Make sure that there are no obstacles that prevent it from closing (e.g.
  • Page 58 User instructions Dishes not dry No rinse aid Add rinse aid A program has been used that See program table does not involve a final drying cycle Water in dishes or pans When loading the dishwasher, make sure that you place dishes and pans at an angle The dishes were taken out too Wait at least 20 minutes after...
  • Page 59 User instructions Food residues on the dishes Dishes too close together, There must always be enough baskets too full space between the dishes to allow water jets to pass. Avoid contact points The spray arms do not rotate Take care not to prevent the spray arms from rotating when loading the dishwasher Clogged spray arm nozzles...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    User instructions 7. Troubleshooting The dishwasher is equipped with a self-diagnostics system that is capable of detecting and signalling a number of possible faults. TABLE OF FAULTS DETECTED BY THE SELF-DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM FAULT DESCRIPTION The anti-flooding system (where present) has been tripped service. E 01 The water level limitation system has tripped.

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