– Do not add any solvents Safety instructions to the washing chamber. Danger of explosion! Before you switch ON – Open the door carefully the appliance when the programme is still running. There is a risk of hot water spraying Please read the operating and installation out of the appliance.
Childproof lock (door lock) Getting to know your D o o r l o c k The description of the childproof lock is at appliance the back in the envelope. * depending on model Diagrams of the control panel and the interior of the appliance can be found in Damage the envelope at the front.
Setting Water softening system The amount of salt dispensed can be set in 4 stages To ensure good washing results, the depending on the hardness of your water. dishwasher requires soft water, i.e. Accordingly 0, 1, 2 or 3 displays are lit containing low amounts of lime, otherwise (see table).
Using detergents with salt Special salt $ D e t e r g e n t s w i t h s a l t c o m p o n e n t component If combined detergents with a salt Using special salt component are used, salt can usually be Always refill with special salt immediately...
Setting amount of rinse aid Rinse aid % The amount of rinse aid dispensed can be set in 4 stages. Accordingly 0, 1, 2 or 3 As soon as the rinse-aid refill indicator X displays are lit (see water hardness table). is lit on the fascia, there is still a rinse-aid Factory setting: 2.
Loading the dishwasher Utensils – Remove large food remnants. It is not necessary to prerinse utensils under Not suitable running water. – Cutlery and utensils made of wood. – Place the utensils so that – Delicate decorative glasses, craft and –...
Pans F olding spikes * F o l d i n g s p i k e s Bottom basket 1b * depending on model The spikes can be folded down to improve arrangement of pans, bowls and glasses. Small accessories holder * S m a l l a c c e s s o r i e s h o l d e r * depending on model Light-weight plastic accessories, e.g.
A djusting the height of the – Before re-inserting the basket again, A d j u s t i n g t h e he i g h t o f t h e b a s k e t ensure that it is at the same height on basket * both sides.
Adding detergent Detergent – If the detergent dispenser 9" is still closed, press the lock 9* to open the You can use tablets as well as powder detergent dispenser. or liquid detergents for dishwashers, but Pour detergent into the dry detergent never use washing up liquid.
Notes If the utensils are only lightly soiled, slightly – You will obtain optimum rinsing less than the indicated amount and drying results by using solo of detergent is usually adequate. detergents and applying salt and rinse aid separately. Suitable detergents and care products can be purchased online via our website –...
Overview of programmes The max. possible number of programmes is illustrated in this overview. The corresponding programmes for your appliance can be found on the fascia. Type of utensils Type of soiling Programme Possible additional Programme sequence options Prerinse very adhesive Clean 70°...
Additional options Washing the dishes Programme data * depending on model Additional options can be set with the The programme data (consumption buttons P. values) can be found in the summary of instructions. This data refers to normal Ÿ Express Wash/ Speed Perfect/ conditions and the water hardness set E x p r e s s W a s h / S p e e d P e r f e c t ( V a r i o S p e e d ) value 2.
T imer programming * T erminating the programme T i m e r p r o g r a m m i n g T e r m i n a t i n g t h e p r o g r a m m e (Reset) * depending on model –...
Filters Maintenance and care The filters 1R keep large foreign objects in the rinsing water away from the pump. A regular inspection and maintenance of These foreign objects may occasionally your machine will help to prevent faults. block the filters. This saves time and prevents problems.
Spray arms Troubleshooting Limescale and contaminants in the rinsing water may block nozzles The majority of faults which could occur in and bearings on the spray arms 1: daily operation can be rectified by the and 1B. user. This ensures that the appliance is –...
Waste water pump ... when the appliance is switched on Large food remnants or foreign objects which were not captured by the filters may The appliance does not start. block the waste water pump. The rinsing – The mains fuse has tripped. water will then be above the filter.
– Switch on the appliance..on the utensils – Water is left in the appliance at the end Food residue on the utensils. of the programme. – Utensils placed too closely together, – Waste water hose utensils basket overfilled. is blocked or kinked.
Dull, discoloured glasses, film cannot be Customer service washed off. – Unsuitable detergent. If the advice given does not resolve your – Glasses not dishwasher-proof. problem, please contact your customer Streaks on glasses and cutlery, glasses service. Contact details can be found on have metallic appearance.
– After installing the appliance, ensure Installation that the plug is easily accessible. (see Electrical connection) The dishwasher must be connected – Some models: correctly, otherwise it will not function The plastic housing on the water properly. The specifications for the inlet connection contains an electric valve, and outlet as well as the electrical the connecting cables are in the supply...
Installation Electrical connection The required installation dimensions can – Connect the appliance to an be found in the installation instructions. alternating current only, ranging from Level the appliance with the aid of the 220 V to 240 V and 50 Hz or 60 Hz height-adjustable feet.
Transportation Waste disposal Empty the dishwasher and secure loose parts. Both the packaging of new appliances and Drain the appliance according the old appliances themselves contain to the following steps: valuable raw materials and recyclable materials. – Turn on the tap. Please dispose of the individual parts –...
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