1. Safety and operating instructions THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE: IT MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
DO NOT USE APPLIANCES WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TRANSIT! IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR DEALER. THE APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN. THE APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR USE BY ADULTS. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO COME NEAR OR PLAY WITH THE DISHWASHER.
Installation instructions 2. Installation and hook-up Remove the polystyrene basket retainers. Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source, fit the special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the appliance.
Installation instructions DRAIN CONNECTION Insert the 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 the plastic support provided, taking care not to crush or excessively bend the hose.
3. Description of the controls Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. ON/OFF button Pressing this button energises the appliance. SELECTED PROGRAM indicator lights Illumination of this light denotes the program selected and the occurrence of a fault (troubleshooting).
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CANCELLING THE CURRENT PROGRAM • To cancel the currently selected program, open the door and hold down the PROGRAM SELECTION (3) button for a few seconds until the indicator lights for programs 4 and 5 illuminate simultaneously. • Close the door. •...
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SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON To select the most suitable program for the dishes to be washed refer to the table below, which indicates the most appropriate program according to dish type and degree of soiling. After using the table to identify the most appropriate washing program: •...
User instructions Washing programs Before starting a washing program make sure that: The water supply tap is open. • The correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser . • The baskets have been correctly loaded. • The spray arms are able to rotate freely and without obstruction. •...
4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: Adjust the water softening system; • Add the regenerating salt; • Add the rinse aid and detergent. • Using the water softening system 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.
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User instructions ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM The dishwasher is equipped with an device for the user to adjust the water softening system according to the hardness of the water supply. According to the machine model, the selector which acts on the adjustment may be located: inside the plastic locking ring located on the right-hand side, inside the dishwasher;...
Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers The detergent and rinse aid 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. With the exception of the SOAK program, before every washing cycle it is necessary to add the required amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser .
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User instructions ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press the button P. Add the detergent and close the cap carefully. During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically. When a INTENSIVE program is selected, in addition to the normal dose of detergent, it is •...
General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and their loading . There are generally no constraints on the washing of domestic dishes, but in certain cases it is necessary to take their characteristics into account.
User instructions Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 12 place-settings, including serving dishes. 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 exposed to the water jets coming from the bottom.
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User instructions CUTLERY BASKET This varies in shape according to the model and features either a single compartment or separate compartments. The cutlery should be arranged in an orderly manner inside the basket, with the handles pointing downwards. Take care during loading to avoid injury from the knife blades. The basket is suitable for all types of cutlery, except those long enough to interfere with the upper spray arm.
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User instructions ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The upper basket can be adjusted in two positions, according to the user’s needs and according to the height of the dishes in the lower basket. Proceed as follows Pull-out version: pull out the right-hand basket guide; •...
5. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always disconnect the appliance from the electrical power supply. 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.
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User instructions CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter C and, if necessary, to clean it. To remove • the filter, grip the tabs, turn them anticlockwise and lift upwards; push the centre filter D from the underside to remove it from the micro-filter: •...
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TROUBLESHOOTING MINOR PROBLEMS In some cases it is possible to remedy minor problems by referring to the following instructions: If the program fails to start, check that: the dishwasher is connected to the electrical power supply; • there is no power failure; •...
6. Troubleshooting The dishwasher is capable of signalling a number of faults through the simultaneous illumination of several indicator lights, with the following meanings: FAULT Light off If an alarm occurs the appliance interrupts the program in progress and signals a fault. •...
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TECHNICAL DATA Width Depth measured flush with the outer edge of the control panel Height Capacity Water supply pressure Electrical characteristics User instructions 597 ÷ 599 mm 570 mm from 820 mm to 870 mm 12 Standard place settings min. 0,05 – max. 0,9 MPa See rating plate...
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820- 820- 1/2” S N SF 3/4” 0,3-10 bar 0,3-10 bar 1,14 m 1,14 m 1,23 m 1,23 m 1,78 m 1,78 m 0,3-10 bar 0,3-10 bar 1,25 m 1,25 m 1,50 m 1,50 m 1,66 m 1,66 m Solo su alcuni modelli Certain models only Seulement sur certains modèles nur bei einige Modellen...
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SUPERFICIE INTERNA SURFACE INTERNE INNER SURFACE INNENFLACHE LATO SUPERIORE BORD SUPERIEURE UPPER EDGE OBERKANTE Solo su alcuni modelli - Certain models only Seulement sur certains modèles - nur bei einige Modellen Sólo en algunos modelos - alleen indien van toepassing Regolazione vite tensione molle (11) - Copertura foto con tappo in dotazione (12) Door spring Adjustement device (11) - Covering of hole using cap provided (12) Réglage des ressorts de la porte (11) - Couverture du trou avec le bouchon fourni (12)
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