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  • Page 1 VA6111AT User information Dishwasher...
  • Page 2 Dear customer, Please read this User Information carefully and keep it to refer to at a later date. Pass this User Information on to any subsequent owner of the appli- ance. The following symbols are used in the text: Safety instructions Warning: Notes that concern your personal safety.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating Instructions ........Safety .
  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions 1 Safety Prior to using for the first time • Follow the ”Instructions for installation and connection”. Correct use • The dishwasher is only intended for washing domestic dishes. • Additions or modifications to the dishwasher are not permitted. •...
  • Page 5: Diagram Of Appliance

    Diagram of appliance Ceiling spray arm Upper basket spray arm and floor spray arm Water hardness dial Dispenser for special salt Dispenser for detergent Dispenser for rinse aid Control panel Rating plate Filters Control panel To use the appliance, always open the dishwasher door first. ON/OFF button The ON/OFF button is used to turn the dishwasher on and off.
  • Page 6 Programme buttons Function buttons The Programme buttons are used to select the desired dishwashing cy- cle. Function buttons: In addition to the pre-set dishwashing cycle, the following functions can also be set using these buttons: Function button 1 Sets the water softener Activates/deactivates rinse aid inflow when Function button 2 3in1 on...
  • Page 7 Multi-display Control indicators Set delay Select timer 3 in1 function The multi-display can indicate: – the level of hardness to which the water softener is set. – whether the rinse aid inflow has been activated/deactivated. – whether the acoustic signal has been activated/deactivated. –...
  • Page 8: Prior To Using For The First Time

    Prior to using for the first time If you wish to use 3 in 1 detergent: – First read the section “Using 3in1 detergents”. – Do not fill up with special salt or rinse aid. If you do not use 3in1 detergent, before using for the first time 1.
  • Page 9 2. Press function buttons 2 and 3 simultaneously and keep them pressed. The LED indicators for function buttons 1 to 3 will flash. 3. Press function button 1. The LED indicator for function button 1 will flash. The multi-display will indicate the hardness setting. 4.
  • Page 10: Adding Special Salt

    Adding special salt To decalcify the water softener, it must be filled up with special salt. Use only special salt suitable for domestic dishwashers. If you do not use 3 in1 detergent, fill up with special salt: – Before using the dishwasher for the first time. –...
  • Page 11: Filling Up With Rinse Aid

    Filling up with rinse aid With rinse aid the rinsing water drains away better and so you get smear-free, gleaming dishes and clear glasses. If you do not use 3in1 detergent, fill up with rinse aid: – Before using the dishwasher for the first time. –...
  • Page 12 Setting the amount of rinse aid required Only change the amount dispensed, if smears, milky spots (reduce the amount) or dried on water spots (increase the amount) can be seen on glasses and dishes. (See section “If dishwashing results are not satisfac- tory”.) The dosage can be set from 1-6.
  • Page 13: Activating/Deactivating The Acoustic Signal

    5. Once the multi-display is indicating the required setting, press the ON/ OFF button. The setting is now saved. 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.
  • Page 14: In Daily Use

    In daily use Loading cutlery and dishes Sponges, cleaning cloths and any other objects that can absorb water must not be washed in the dishwasher. Plastic and Teflon-coated dishes and pans tend to retain water droplets. These dishes and pans therefore do not dry as well as those made of china and stainless steel.
  • Page 15 Loading cutlery Warning: Sharp knives and other items of cutlery with sharp edges must be laid in the cutlery rack or in the upper basket because of the risk of injury. Place knives, small spoons and small forks in the cutlery tray which is in the upper basket.
  • Page 16 Pots, Pans, Large Plates Load larger and heavily soiled dishes and pans in the lower basket. (Max. diameter for plates 29 cm). To make it easier to load larger dish- es, the two plate rests on the right in the lower basket can be folded down.
  • Page 17 Cups, Glasses, Coffee Service Load smaller, fragile crockery and long, sharp cutlery in the upper bas- ket. • Arrange items of crockery on and under the folding cup racks so that they are offset from each other and water can reach all items.
  • Page 18: Adjusting The Height Of The Upper Basket

    Adjusting the height of the upper basket Maximum height of dishes in the Upper basket Lower basket with upper basket raised 22 cm 30 cm with upper basket lowered 24 cm 29 cm The height of the baskets can also be adjusted when they are loaded. Depending on the model, your appliance is provided with one of the following types of upper basket: Type 1...
  • Page 19: Adding Detergent

    Adding detergent Detergents remove the dirt from dishes and cutlery. The detergent must be added before the cycle starts. Only use detergent intended for do- mestic dishwashers. The detergent compartment is lo- cated on the inside of the door. 1. If the lid is closed: Press the release button.
  • Page 20 Concentrated detergents Today’s detergents for dishwashers are almost exclusively low-alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes in tablet or powder form. Using 50°C dishwashing cycles in conjunction with these concentrated detergents reduces pollution and is good for your dishes, as these dish- washing cycles are specially matched to the dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes in concentrated detergents.
  • Page 21: Using 3In1 Detergents

    Using 3in1 detergents These products are detergents with a combined cleaning, rinsing and salt function. When the 3in1 function is activated, – the addition of special salt and rinse aid from the respective dispenser is prevented. – If the salt and rinse aid dispensers are empty, this is not indicated. –...
  • Page 22: Selecting The Dishwashing Cycle (Cycle Table)

    Selecting the dishwashing cycle (Cycle Table) Programme Consumption sequence values Dishwashing- Suitable Type of cycle for: soiling heavily soiled, Dinner service dried-on food re- • • • • and cookware mains, in particular protein and starch normally soiled Dinner service •...
  • Page 23 Selecting a programme When your dishes look like this, select: an intensive programme. a normal or energy-saving pro- gramme.
  • Page 24: Starting A Dishwashing Cycle

    Starting a dishwashing cycle 1. Check that the spray arms can turn freely. 2. Turn the water tap on fully. 3. Press the ON/OFF button. 4. Select the desired cycle. The programme indicator comes on. The remaining time expected for the cycle will be shown in the multi-display.
  • Page 25: Setting The Delay Timer

    Setting the Delay Timer With the delay timer you can delay the start of a dishwashing cycle for between 1 and 19 hours. 1. Press the Delay Timer button repeatedly until the multi-display shows the desired time delay, for example 12h, if the cycle is to start in 12 hours.
  • Page 26: Switching Off The Dishwasher

    Switching off the dishwasher When the dishwasher cycle has ended, the dot shaped light signal below the door of the appliance goes out. If the acoustic signal has been enabled, a continuous tone will sound for approx. 15 seconds at the end of the dishwashing cycle. If the dishwasher door is not opened, the acoustic signal will repeat af- ter 3 minutes and again after 6 minutes.
  • Page 27: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning Do not use furniture care products or aggressive cleaners. • When necessary, clean the dishwasher’s controls with a soft cloth and clean warm water. • Occasionally check the internal dispensers, door seal and water inlet filter (if fitted) for dirt and clean them, if necessary. Cleaning the filters The filters must be regularly checked and cleaned.
  • Page 28 5. Remove the flat filter (3) from the base of the washing compartment and clean both surfaces thoroughly. 6. Re-insert the flat filter. 7. Place the fine filter in the micro-fil- ter and fit the two together. 8. Insert the filter system in place and lock it by turning the handle clock- wise as far as it will go.
  • Page 29 3. Place cleaned upper basket spray arm back in position against the connect- ing piece: press the two together firmly, until you feel them snap into place. Bottom spray arm 1. To remove bottom spray arm, pull it upwards out of its catch. 2.
  • Page 30: What To Do If

    What to do if... Remedying small malfunctions In the event of a fault, the light signal at floor level flashes. If the acoustic signal is activated, warning tones sound if there are faults. If one of the following fault codes is displayed in the multi-display dur- ing operation: –...
  • Page 31 Malfunction Possible cause Remedy 2 short warning tones The sink outlet is blocked. Clean out sink outlet. continuously repeated can be heard. The cycle indicator for the selected dishwashing cycle Water drain hose Check the position of the is flashing, has not been correctly posi- hose.
  • Page 32: If The Dishwashing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    If the dishwashing results are not satisfactory The dishes are still dirty. • The wrong dishwashing cycle was selected. • The dishes were loaded is such a way that the dishwashing water did not reach all items. The baskets for the dishes must not be overload- •...
  • Page 33: Disposal

    Disposal Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recy- cled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. Old appliance The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this...
  • Page 34: Technical Data

    Technical data Capacity: 12 place settings including serving dishes Permitted water pres- 1-10 bar (=10-100 N/cm = 0.1-1.0 MPa) sure: Electrical connection: 230 V, 10 A, also see the rating plate on the right-hand side of the dishwasher’s interior door . Total output 2250 W Dishwashers that can be fully integrated...
  • Page 35: Notes For Test Institutes

    Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test cycle (see “Cycle Table”). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser in the water softener and the rinse aid dispenser have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively, and using the test cycle (see “Cycle Table”).
  • Page 36 Lower basket with cutlery basket Cutlery basket *) If there are cup racks in place on the lefthand side or if beer glass holders are in place, remove them.
  • Page 37: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions 1 Safety information for the installation • Only transport the dishwasher in an upright position, otherwise salt water may run out. • Before using the dishwasher for the first time, check for any damage caused in transport. Do not under any circumstances connect an ap- pliance that is damaged.
  • Page 38: Installing The Dishwasher

    Installing the dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted to en- sure that it is stable and level in all directions. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the appliance to that of sur- rounding units, extend the thread- ed feet using a screwdriver.
  • Page 39: Connecting The Dishwasher

    Connecting the dishwasher Connecting to the water supply • The dishwasher can be connected to cold and hot water supplies up to max. 60°C. • The dishwasher must not be connected to open hot water appliances or instantaneous water heaters. Permitted water pressure Lowest permitted water pressure: Consult your plumber if the water pres-...
  • Page 40 Water drainage Drain hose The drain hose must not be kinked, crushed or entangled. • Connecting the drain hose: maximum permitted height above the bottom edge of the appliance: 60 cm. Extension hoses • Extension hoses are available from your dealer or from our Customer Care Department.
  • Page 41 Electrical connection Details about the voltage, type of supply and the fuses required are to be found on the rating plate. The rating plate is located on the right- hand inner edge of the dishwasher door. To isolate the dishwasher from the mains, pull out the mains plug. Important: –...
  • Page 43: Service

    Service In the event of technical faults, please first check whether you can remedy the problem yourself with the help of the operating instruc- tions (section “What to do if…”). If you were not able to remedy the problem yourself, please contact the Customer Care Department or one of our service partners.
  • Page 44 Nederland Home Produkt Service (ATAG) Postbus 249 6920 AE DUIVEN tel: 0900 - 5550001 fax: 026 - 8821444 België ATAG België NV 9420 Erpe-Mere tel: 053 - 806208 fax: 053 - 806057 Postbus 1033 • 6920 BA Duiven • Nederland...

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