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DISHWASHER

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DISHWASHER...
  • Page 2 ENGLISH 3-28 FRANÇAIS 29-54...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Operating instructions ___________________________________14 Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________25 Thank you for choosing this product. We advise you to carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual, in order to understand how to operate your dishwasher safely and correctly. The manual is divided into paragraphs, which provide a step by step description of the dishwasher functions, with clear instructions accompanied by detailed illustrations.
  • Page 4: Safety And Operating Instructions

    THE NAME PLATE FEATURING THE TECHNICAL DATA, SERIAL NUMBER AND MARKINGS IS VISIBLY POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. THE NAME PLATE ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR MUST NEVER BE REMOVED. DO NOT LEAVE THE DISCARDED PACKAGING MATERIALS UNSUPERVISED WITHIN THE HOME.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE EYES, MOUTH, AND THROAT, AS WELL AS POSSIBLE DEATH BY SUFFOCATION. DO NOT INTRODUCE SOLVENTS SUCH AS ALCOHOL OR TURPENTINE WHICH MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION. DO NOT LOAD DISHES THAT ARE SOILED WITH ASH, WAX OR PAINTS.
  • Page 6 WARRANTY, AS WELL AS POSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE USER. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting from failure to observe the above precautions, from tampering with even a single component of the appliance, or from the use of non original spare parts.
  • Page 7: Installation And Hook-Up

    The covering fixtures are available as an accessory from specialist dealers or the After-Sales Service. 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. 2.1 Water supply connection...
  • Page 8 The free end should be positioned at a height of between 30 and 100 cm, and should never be submerged in water. If a horizontal drain extension hose is used (for a maximum of 3 m) the drain hose can be placed at a maximum height of 85 cm from the ground.
  • Page 9: Description Of The Controls

    User instructions 3. Description of the controls 3.1 Front panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the front panel. WASHING PROGRAM SELECTOR ON/OFF KEY ON/OFF INDICATOR LIGHT NO SALT WARNING LIGHT (certain models only) RECESSED DOOR HANDLE...
  • Page 10: Setting Washing Program

    (*) Reference program as per EN 50242 standard. (–) Not present. Average power consumption with the softener set on level 2. (2) The cycle duration and power consumption may vary according to the water and room temperatures, and the type and amount of dishes.
  • Page 11: Table For Certification Bodies

    User instructions The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open or not properly closed. TABLE FOR CERTIFICATION BODIES Reference standard EN 50242 (*) Selector on 4 Reference program Load 9 place-settings Type of detergent...
  • Page 12: Cancelling Current Program

    To cancel the program in progress the dishwasher must be switched off by pressing the ON/OFF key (2). Turn the program selector to SOAK and wait for the dishwasher to start. On completion of the program, switch off the dishwasher by pressing the ON/OFF key (2).
  • Page 13 END OF CYCLE At the end of the washing program the selector will be on one of the STOP markers, depending on the program carried out. Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the ON/OFF key (2).
  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Before replacing the cap, remove any salt residues from around the opening. • When using the dishwasher for the first time, in addition to the salt it is also necessary to add one litre of water to the container. •...
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16 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. The rinse aid, on the other hand, should only be added as required.
  • Page 17 • Replace the cover and turn it in a clockwise direction. • Use a cloth to remove any spillage of rinse aid which might lead to the formation of excess foam. ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTING The dishwasher is factory set for medium water hardness. However it possible to change the setting by turning the dispenser’s selector to the...
  • Page 18 • The detergent packs must be sealed and stored in a dry place to prevent the formation of lumps which may negatively affect washing results. Once opened the detergent packs should not be kept for too long, otherwise the detergent loses its effectiveness.
  • Page 19 If performance problems (e.g. a white coating on the tank or dishes, poor drying, dirt on dishes at the end of the wash) are noted, users are advised to return to conventional products (granular salt, powder detergent and liquid rinse aid).
  • Page 20 User instructions 4.3 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.
  • Page 21 If in doubt as to the fastness of the colours, it is advisable to wash just a few items at a time for approximately one month.
  • Page 22 The dishwasher has a capacity of 9 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.
  • Page 23 It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls and light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is used in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving dishes, provided they are only slightly soiled.
  • Page 24 LOADING THE UPPER BASKET Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must always be facing downwards. The left side of the basket can be loaded with cups and glasses on two levels. On the right plates and saucers can be slotted verticalli into the forks.
  • Page 25: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING THE WATER INTAKE FILTER The water intake filter A located at the outlet of the water supply tap needs to be cleaned periodically. After having closed the water supply tap, unscrew the end of the water intake hose, remove the filter A and clean it delicately under running water.
  • Page 26 To remove the filter, take hold of the handle and turn clockwise, then lift upwards. • Then separate parts L and M, and separate the two parts of the plastic filter by pressing gently in the points shown, lifting it upwards to extract it.
  • Page 27 DISUSE: • Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes. • Plug the power cord back into the socket.
  • Page 28 If there are visible traces of rust inside the tank: • the tank is made of steel, and therefore any rust marks are due to external elements (fragments of rust from the water pipes, pots, cutlery, etc.). Special products are commercially available to remove such marks;...
  • Page 29 Cota "H" : s e g ú n l o s m o d e l o s 8 2 0 ÷ 8 7 0 o b i e n 8 2 0 ÷ 8 9 0 . ATENÇÃO: Cota "H"...

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