Safety instructions After the appliance has been installed, the mains plug should still be easily Delivery accessible. Not on all models: Immediately check the packaging and The plastic housing on the water input dishwasher for any damage which may contains an electrically operated valve. have been caused in transit.
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If your family includes children Warning Do not permit small children to play with or operate the dishwasher. Children could get locked in the appliance (risk of suffocation) or get stuck in other Keep children away from detergents positions. and rinse-aids. Therefore: Remove the mains plug, cut the Keep small children away from the mains wire and set aside.
Getting to know your Appliance interior appliance Upper basket with 2-tiered cup rack Additional cutlery basket for the top Diagrams of the control panel and the basket * interior of the appliance can be found Upper spray arm in the envelope at the front. Lower spray arm Individual positions are referred to in the text.
Water softener Water hardness table In order to rinse dishes and glasses satisfactorily, the dishwasher requires soft water, i.e. containing little or no lime, otherwise water stains will be left behind on crockery and glasses, etc. If the tap water exceeds a certain level of hardness, it must be softened, i.e.
Filling the special salt container How the salt works While washing is taking place, salt is automatically rinsed out of the salt container into the water softener where it dissolves the lime in the water. The dissolved lime is pumped out of the dishwasher.
Filling the rinse-aid Adjusting the amount of rinse-aid container The amount of rinse-aid added to the The purpose of a rinse-aid is to prevent water can be varied by adjusting the the formation of water marks on tableware stepless control. The rinse-aid control has and utensils, and to ensure that glasses been set to ”4”...
Unsuitable dishes Damage to glassware and other dishes You should not clean the Possible causes: following items in your type of glass or manufacturing process dishwasher: chemical composition of detergent Cutlery and dishes made of wood. They water temperature and duration of will leach out and become unsightly;...
Arranging crockery, glasses, Pots and pans etc. in the dishwasher Lower basket Loading the dishwasher Scrape off any large amounts of left-over food. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes under running water. Place objects in the dishwasher in such a way that items such as cups, glasses, pots/pans, etc.
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Spray head for baking sheets * Adjusting position of basket * * on applicable models * not on all models Please refer to the drawings enclosed in the envelope Large baking sheets or grids can be cleaned with the aid of the special spray head.
Detergents Detergent compartment with measuring marks Information about detergents The side of the detergent compartment is You can use any brand of liquid or powder marked with lines to help you determine detergent, as well as tablets, that have how much powder to add. been specifically designed for use in The capacity of the detergent container is domestic dishwashers.
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CAUTION Reduce costs! IMPORTANT NOTE If your dishes are only ON THE USE OF moderately dirty, you may be COMBINED CLEANING able to use less detergent than PRODUCTS recommended. Please note the following when using Close the lid on the detergent ”combined cleaning products”...
Programme overview This overview lists the max. possible number of programmes. The programmes supplied with your appliance are indicated on the fascia. Type of crockery e.g.china, Mixed pots/pans, cutlery, glasses, etc. Type of food Soups, casseroles, Soups, potatoes, Soak with water if remains sauces, potatoes, pasta, rice,...
Programme data Washing the dishes The programme data (duration, energy Switching on the appliance and water consumption) can be found in the summary of instructions and refers to Turn on the tap fully. standard conditions. Greater deviations Check once again that the spray arms may be caused by: can rotate freely.
Interrupting the programme Maintenance and care Set the main switch to OFF. You can help prevent faults by checking Indicator lights extinguish. and maintaining your appliance regularly. If the hot water was switched ON or the This will save time and reduce problems. appliance has already heated up and Therefore you should occasionally then the appliance door opened, leave...
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Filters Spray arms The filters prevent large particles of Lime and remnants of food in the washing water can block the nozzles in the spray food in the water from reaching the pump. arms and the arm These particles may occasionally block the filters.
Fault finding Warning Resolving minor problems Remember: yourself The appliance may be repaired by a technician only. Improper Experience has shown that you can repairs may cause resolve most problems that arise during considerable damage and/or normal daily usage yourself, without injure the user.
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Appliance stops suddenly while White stains are left on crockery, glasses have a milky appearance washing is taking place Not enough detergent was added Cut in electricity supply to to input compartment. appliance. Amount of rinse-aid was set too Water supply has been low.
Customer Service Information Please call your local service agent, if you Disposal are not able to resolve any problem Old appliances are not worthless rubbish. yourself. The name of your nearest service Valuable raw materials can be reclaimed agent is shown in the Customer Service by recycling old appliances.
General Installation Built-under and integrated appliances The dishwasher must be connected by which are subsequently installed as a qualified technician to ensure correct free-standing appliances must be operation. The specifications for supply, secured to prevent them from falling drainage and connected load must fulfil over, e.g.
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Fresh water connection Transporting the dishwasher Using the enclosed parts, connect the Drain water from the dishwasher. Secure fresh water connection to the tap all loose parts. The appliance should only according to the installation instructions. be transported in an upright position. Ensure that the fresh water connection is If the appliance is not kept upright not kinked, crushed or twisted.
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Balay (BYSE Electrodomésticos, S.A.) BSH Electrodomésticos España S.A. Avda. de la Industria, 49 50059 Zaragoza (Spain) 9000 041 492 en (8211) To contact us directly, use the tel. no or fax no. in the 450R enclosed customer service list.
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