Select program mode ........Items excluded from warranty ..... Select option ..........Disclaimer ............ Start/Stop ............. ASKO Customer Care ........Status light ........... Service after expiration of limited warranty ... If you want to load more dishes ....Number of cycles ........
Install the dishwasher; see the chapter Installation instructions. Then open the door and press "Welcome to your ASKO. First time setup." is shown on the display the first time the dishwasher is switched on. It is important that you choose the right settings to ensure good dishwashing results.
Important safety instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING! When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. • Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose. • Use only detergents or rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children.
Important safety instructions WARNING! PROPOSITION 65 FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Child safety • Always keep small children away from the machine when it is open. There may be some detergent residue left inside the machine. • Always close the door and start the dishwasher as soon as you put in the detergent.
Important safety instructions Disposal The dishwasher is manufactured and labeled for recycling. When the machine has reached the end of its service life and is to be disposed of, it should immediately be made unusable. Pull out the power cord and cut it as short as possible. Contact your municipality for information about where and how your dishwasher can be recycled correctly.
Before washing for the first time Water hardness In order to achieve good dishwashing results, the dishwasher needs soft water (water with low mineral content). Hard water leaves a white coating on dishes and the dishwasher. Checking water hardness Water hardness is specified using German degrees of water hardness (°dH), French degrees of water hardness (°fH), English degrees of water hardness (°eH), millimoles per liter (mmol/l), or grains per gallon (gr/gal).
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Before washing for the first time "Welcome to your ASKO. First time setup." is shown on the display. It is important that you choose the right settings to ensure good dishwashing results. Select setting with . Confirm selected setting with...
Before washing for the first time Add rinse aid Fill up the rinse aid compartment with rinse aid if you have selected Rinse aid 1 - 5. Lift up to open Press to close 1. Open the rinse aid compartment lid. 2.
Greener dishwashing Save energy and water When using a dishwasher in a residential setting, less energy and water are generally used compared to washing the dishes by hand. Do not rinse under running water Do not rinse the dishes under running water as this will lead to increased energy and water consumption.
Loading the dishwasher Fragile dishes Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several reasons. Some materials cannot withstand high temperatures, others can be damaged by dishwasher detergent. Use caution with, for example, handmade items, China, crystal/glassware, silver, copper, tin, aluminum, wood, and plastic.
Loading the dishwasher Top cutlery tray The top cutlery tray accommodates cutlery, ladles, whisks, and other utensils. Avoid placing tall objects in the top cutlery tray. They can block the top spray arm. Raising the top cutlery tray 1. Pull out the top cutlery tray. 2.
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in the upper basket. Place all soiled surfaces face down. Place wine glasses on the wine glass shelf. Place knives in the knife stand on the right. Knife stand Wine glass supports...
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Loading the dishwasher Adjustable plate supports The adjustable plate supports can be pushed together to suit the dishes. Raising the upper basket 1. Pull out the upper basket. 2. Grab the sides of the upper basket with both hands and lift it up. Lowering the upper basket 1.
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Place plates, side plates, serving dishes, pots, and cutlery (in the cutlery basket) in the lower basket. Adjustable plate supports The adjustable plate supports can be adjusted to suit the dishes. Release the plate supports by pushing them inward before repositioning them.
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Loading the dishwasher Vase and bottle holder Adaptable power zones The dishwasher's two adaptable power zones can be opened in two different positions or turned off. For vases and bottles For pots and pans For higher spray pressure in the lower spray arm Default: Off Leave the power zones open if you want an increased water flow where, for example, you have...
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket Place cutlery with the handles facing down, except for knives, and spread them out as much as possible. Ensure that spoons do not stack inside each other. The cutlery basket is best placed in the middle at the front of the lower basket to best utilize dishwashing performance from the unique spray zone intended for the cutlery basket.
Loading the dishwasher Typical load Recommended for daily, regular, or typical use. Upper basket NOTE! Ensure the upper basket is set to its lowest position. Lower basket...
Using the dishwasher Add detergent Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging. This dishwasher is fitted with a water softener, so use detergent and rinse aid doses suitable for soft water. Too much detergent can result in less effective dishwashing and lead to greater environmental impact.
Using the dishwasher On/Off Start/Stop Select program Select program mode Select option On/Off Open the door and press . Also turn on the water supply valve if it is turned off. Select program To select a program, press until the desired program is shown on the display. Select a program to suit the type of dishes and how dirty they are.
Using the dishwasher Time The program adapts to the specified running time or finish time. With this program, it is important to choose a time suited to how dirty the dishes are. Press to set the desired program time. 0:15-0:45 Lightly soiled dishes 1:00-1:30 Normally soiled dishes...
Using the dishwasher Select option Available options are dimly lit. Select the options ( ) to activate them. The options glow brighter when activated. (The options you can select vary between programs.) Auto door open The dishwasher door opens automatically, which shortens the program time and improves the drying results.
Using the dishwasher Time remaining Once you have chosen a program, program mode, and options, the time the program took when last used is displayed. Status light The status light at the bottom on the dishwasher provides information by means of 3 different colors. Status light Blue - Load more The program has started, but you can still load more dishes.
Using the dishwasher Power failure If the dishwasher is turned off due to a power failure when a dishwashing program is running, the program continues when power is restored. If the power is lost during drying, the program is interrupted. If the dishwashing program was remote started and has not ended, the program will continue once the power is restored.
ConnectLife ConnectLife is a smart home platform that connects people, devices and services. The ConnectLife app provides advanced digital services and carefree solutions that allow users to monitor and control appliances, receive notifications from a smartphone, and update software (supported features may vary depending on your appliance and the region/country where you are located).
ConnectLife Remote control the dishwasher The dishwasher's network symbol is shown on the display when the dishwasher is paired with a smartphone/tablet. You can use the ConnectLife app to monitor the dishwasher and change settings. Remote start the dishwasher To remote start the dishwasher, press .
Settings Open the door and press To open the dishwasher's Settings menu, press until Settings menu is shown on the display and confirm your selection with To exit the dishwasher's Settings menu, select Exit and confirm your selection with Select setting Confirm current setting Settings Alternatives...
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Settings Settings Alternatives Automatic child lock On/Off You can activate the Automatic child lock setting to prevent children from starting the dishwasher. To temporarily deactivate or activate the Automatic child lock setting, press and hold for three seconds. Display Logotype On/Off Setting to hide the logo shown on the display.
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Settings Settings Alternatives Water hardness 0/1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9 Adjusting the water softener. Select a setting depending on the hardness of the water supply. It is important that this setting is correct. See Water hardness in the chapter Before washing for the first time. For a water supply with a hardness above 5°dH (9°fH / 6°eH / 0.9 mmol/l / 5.9 gr/gal), fill with salt.
Care and maintenance instructions Add rinse aid When the rinse aid needs topping up, the symbol lights up on the display. See the chapter Before washing for the first time. Add salt When the salt needs topping up, the symbol lights up on the display. See the chapter Before washing for the first time.
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Care and maintenance instructions Fine filter Debris that collects on the fine filter is automatically rinsed away during each wash. Clean the fine filter when necessary. It should be cleaned at regular intervals depending on how often the dishwasher is used. Fine filter 1.
Care and maintenance instructions Cleaning the spray arms Holes and bearings can become blocked. Remove debris using a needle or similar item. The spray arms have holes on the bottom. Spray arms can be removed for cleaning. Remember to put them firmly back into place afterward. Top spray arm •...
Care and maintenance instructions Clean the outside of the dishwasher Door and door seal Open the door. Clean the sides of the door and the door seal regularly with a slightly damp cloth. Clean the door seal at the lower front edge of the dishwasher with a cleaning brush. Control panel Keep the control panel clean.
Care and maintenance instructions Drain pump stop NOTE! Do not forget to reinstall the drain pump stop. Winter storage/Transport Store the dishwasher above freezing and avoid long transport distances in very cold weather. Transport the dishwasher upright or laying on its back. Before transporting a used dishwasher, or before prolonged storage, water must first be drained from the machine.
Troubleshooting Error messages Action Overfilling water 1 Unblocking the drain pump. See the chapter Care and maintenance instructions. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Customer Care Center. Water outlet fault See "Water remains in the dishwasher above the filters" under "Problem"...
Troubleshooting General Problem Possible causes Action The control panel does not react You have pressed the control Wait a moment then try again. when pressed. panel too soon after opening the door. Child lock or Automatic child See the chapter Important safety lock is activated.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action The dishwasher does not start. has not been pressed. Press until the display shows "Program started, close door in 4 sec". The door is not closed properly Close the door within four or was not closed immediately seconds, otherwise the dishwasher will not start.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action The dishes are not clean. The spray arms do not rotate. Check that the dishes are not blocking the spray arms. Spray arm holes or bearings Clean the spray arms. See the blocked. chapter Care and maintenance instructions.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action Spots or films on the dishes. Incorrect rinse aid dosage See the chapter Settings. setting. The TAB setting is activated and Switch all-in-one detergents or all-in-one detergent with deactivate the TAB setting and insufficient drying effect is being fill up with salt and separate used.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action "Program paused" is shown on The dishwasher door has been If you want the dishwashing the display. opened while a program is in program to continue, press progress. and close the door within four seconds. If you want to cancel the dishwashing program, press and hold...
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action Grease deposits in the Low temperature programs have Select a program with a high dishwasher. been selected for a prolonged temperature to dissolve grease period. on heavily soiled dishes, such as Intensive. Or run a self-cleaning program once or twice a month.
Troubleshooting WiFi Problem Possible causes Action The dishwasher's network The dishwasher is not Connect the dishwasher to your connected to your wireless wireless network. See the symbol does not appear on network. chapter ConnectLife. the display. WiFi connection is deactivated. Activate WiFi connection.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action Software update failed. The network connection was lost Make sure that the power supply or the dishwasher lost power is not interrupted and that the due to a power failure. network connection is stable before trying again. If the problem persists, contact your nearest Customer Care Center.
Installation instructions It is important that you read through and follow the instructions and directions below. Conduct installation and connection in accordance with the separate installation instructions. *Remove lock nuts for an installed height of 33 13/16'' (859 mm). Integrated door panel length. *** Fit the trim kit if the widths of 24'' (609 mm) is required.
Installation instructions Setup • The recess and connection dimensions are included in the separate installation instructions. Check that all dimensions are correct before starting the installation. Note that the height of the integrated door panel can be adjusted to match other fittings. •...
Installation instructions The drain hose can also be connected to a connection nipple on the sink unit's water trap. The connection nipple must have an internal diameter of at least 1/2'' (14 mm). The drain hose may be extended by a maximum of 87" (2.2 m) (the total length of the drain hose must not exceed 177"...
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Installation instructions Grounding instructions This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord fitted with an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate power outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
2. Service calls to correct the installation of the ASKO Product, to instruct you on how to use the ASKO Product, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing.
THAN ACTUAL DAMAGES AND IN NO EVENT FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE ASKO PRODUCT AS TO WHICH A CLAIM IS MADE. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential or other damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
Technical information Technical data Height: 33 13/16 - 35 15/16" (859-912 mm) Width: 23 1/2'' (596 mm) Depth: 21 13/16'' (554 mm) Weight: 120 lb (55 kg) Water pressure: 4.2-140 psi (0.03-1.0 MPa) Electrical connection: See serial number plate Rated power: See serial number plate 24'' (609 mm) with the trim kit.
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