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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 36 Troubleshooting ________________________________________ 40 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.
  • Page 3: 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 4: Safety Instructions

    DETERGENT RESIDUES CAPABLE OF CAUSING PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE EYES, MOUTH AND THROAT, AND EVEN LEADING TO 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 5 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 6: Installation And Hook-Up

    Make sure to tighten the locking ring-nut once the pipes have been placed in the direction required. A hole at least 8 cm in diameter is required to allow the power supply cable and pipes to pass.
  • Page 7 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 8 BELOW AND THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE. L = brown N = blue = yellow-green In the event of damage to the supply cord, have it replaced by the manufacturer or an Authorized Technical Service Centre in order to avoid any risk.
  • Page 9 Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover. Refit both into plug. The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted.
  • Page 10: Description Of The Controls

    N.B.: the functions of keys (C) and (F) are the same. 3.2 The information display The dishwasher is fitted with a convenient sloping display (G) to assure good visibility from both in front and above. The display uses brief text messages to...
  • Page 11 • The dishwasher door is securely closed. When the appliance is used for the first time, set the hardness of the water and also set the buzzer as required (enabled/disabled). For the relative instructions, see "CUSTOMISING YOUR APPLIANCE". SWITCHING ON With the door open press the ON/OFF key (A).
  • Page 12 Press (B) or (C) to confirm the selection and continue programming. Choose the type of wash (quick or normal) following the procedures described above (D or E to display the selections available, B or C to confirm). If you choose quick wash, the shortest...
  • Page 13 If the door is opened with the dishwasher in operation, a long buzzer sounds and "In pause" appears on the bottom line of the DISPLAY (G). Next time the door is closed the program will continue from where it was interrupted.
  • Page 14 If the temperature falls during this stage of the program (e.g. because the door is opened or due to a power blackout), “EXTRA HYGIENE” flashes on the display at the end of the wash cycle to warn that the anti- bacteria effect is not guaranteed.
  • Page 15 QUICK immediately after use. Rinse at 70°C To run programs 6, 7, 8 or 9 the user first has to select the QUICK TIME option, which cuts the program duration but generates a slight increase in water and electricity consumption.
  • Page 16 The bottom line will show the program duration "Duration XX min", where XX is the time left before the end of the program, in minutes. If DELAYED START (C) is set, until the program starts the second line shows the message "Starting in YY hh/mm", where YY are the hours (from 1-12/1-24 depending on model) or minutes (when less than 1 hour) left before the program starts.
  • Page 17 Switch the appliance off and back on to access the normal programming mode. ANNULLING A PROGRAM (standard programming) • To annul a program while it is running, it must first be interrupted by pressing key (F); • then open the door and press key (B) in repetition until you obtain "Cancel program";...
  • Page 18 (button B/C to accept). If DELAYED START (C) has been set, before the program starts the user may open the door and set one of the other options, or modify the DELAYED START. To select the option press (D); to enable/disable it press (E).
  • Page 19 (washing machine, oven, etc.) in operation simultaneously. The start delay can only be set in steps of 1 hour. Press key (C) in repetition until you obtain the delay required, then close the door to start or select another option.
  • Page 20 USE OF 3/1 PRODUCTS OPTION (depending on model) Shown on the DISPLAY (G): "3/1/Normal detergent". Press (D) to display the option and press (E) to enable the (3/1) option or return to the use of normal detergent (Normal). This option has been developed for use with powder or tablet detergents containing substances that substitute for regenerating salt and rinse aid, known on the market as "3 in 1"...
  • Page 21 Key (D) allows selection of the customisation required from the list available, by scrolling through the options in succession. The first time, the key must be held down for a short time (active buzzer), press again for access to the water hardness and language choice customisations.
  • Page 22 Enable buzzer With this function enabled (1), a buzzer sounds whenever the door is opened and closed with a program running or selected, at the end of the cycle and during programming procedures. If it is disabled (0), the buzzer never sounds.
  • Page 23 Portuguese REMOVING THE DISHES At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minutes before removing the dishes, to allow them to cool down. To prevent any water droplets on the upper basket from falling on the dishes in the lower basket, it is advisable to unload the lower basket first, and then the upper basket.
  • Page 24: 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 25 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 26 • 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 27 • 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 28 The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. 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.
  • Page 29 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 30 The rear of the basket is fitted with a rack to take large plates (A). To use it, simply lift it until it locks in place.
  • Page 31 User instructions In the front there are one or two supports (depending on the models) for small plates (B). To use them, they have to be turned towards the front of the dishwasher. LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, positioning them vertically.
  • Page 32 Cutlery must be placed with the tips facing downward. Long items of cutlery (ladles, wooden spoons, kitchen knives, etc.), which might interfere with the upper spray arm must be placed in the upper basket, ensuring that knife tips do not project from the basket.
  • Page 33 Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must always be facing downwards. The left-hand side of the basket can be loaded with two layers of cups and glasses. The centre can be filled with plates and side- plates, fitted upright into the supports provided.
  • Page 34 User instructions Depending on the models, the basket may be equipped with some or all of the following accessories: Supports for cups or long objects (ladles, spoons…), on the left; can be tipped to the vertical position when not in use.
  • Page 35 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, B or C, depending on the dishwasher model purchased.
  • Page 36 User instructions Version C: with adjustment in three positions on both sides. The sides of the basket must always be set at the same height. This adjustment is only available on some “maxi” model dishwashers (at least 860 mm tall).
  • Page 37: 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 38 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: •...
  • Page 39 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 40 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 41: Troubleshooting

    The appliance does not take in water or does not do so correctly. Check that the water connections are correct, the water intake tap is turned on and the filter is not fouled. If the problem persists, contact the after-sales service.
  • Page 42 FAULT - DESCRIPTION Flow meter k.o. (for the relevant models only) The appliance is not able to "measure" the amount of water loaded accurately. The alarm is displayed at the end of the cycle, which however is completed since the problem does not interfere with operation of the dishwasher.
  • Page 43 820 mm to 870 mm Height (depending on models) from 860 mm to 910 mm Capacity 14 Standard place settings Water supply pressure min. 0,05 - max. 0,9 MPa (min. 0.5 – max. 9 bar) Electrical characteristics See rating plate...