Asko D1996 Quick Start Manual page 2

QUICK START PROCEDURES QUICK START PROCEDURES
QUICK START PROCEDURES QUICK START PROCEDURES
1. Load the dishwasher. (There's no need to pre-rinse. Simply scrape off large food particles before
you load the dishware.)
2. After you've pushed the baskets back inside the unit, manually rotate the upper and lower spray arms
to be sure they turn freely. Rearrange any item that blocks the spray arms.
3. Make sure there is rinse aid in the dispenser. Add rinse aid, if needed.
4. Add automatic dishwashing detergent and close the dispenser cover. (See "Amount of Detergent to
Use" below.)
5. Press the On/Off button on the left side of the control panel.
6. Select the desired wash program and option(s). A red light appears above the selected touchpad(s).
7. Press Start. The panel lights will flash rapidly left to right to indicate the unit is ready.
8. Close the door securely. (You should hear it click shut.) The dishwasher will start.
CHANGING A PROGRAM AFTER YOU'VE STARTED THE UNIT CHANGING A PROGRAM AFTER YOU'VE STARTED THE UNIT
The dishwasher is programmed to stop operating if the door is opened during a cycle. If you want to change a program or option after
you start the machine, open the door slightly to let the spray arms stop rotating and avoid getting sprayed with water. Press and hold Start
for five seconds to cancel the current selection then press the touchpad(s) for your desired selection. Press Start again and close the
door. The drain pump will run to remove any dirty water from the dishwasher before starting the newly selected cycle.
UNDERSTANDING THE INDICATOR LIGHTS UNDERSTANDING THE INDICATOR LIGHTS
When you press Start, the indicator lights will flash rapidly, alternating between the four lights on the left and the four on the right. This
merely means the unit is ready. Simply close the door securely to start the machine.
If you open the door and the lights flash, the program has not finished. Close the door and let the machine complete the program.
When the dishwasher is done, the indicator lights will come on for the last wash program and options that you used. (NOTE: The
machine will not retain the Rinse or Quick program; it will revert to the Normal wash program.)
AMOUNT OF DETERGENT TO USE AMOUNT OF DETERGENT TO USE
We recommend that you use only unscented, granular automatic dishwashing detergent. Generally, one tablespoon of detergent is
needed for a normal wash load. More heavily soiled items, however, may need more detergent. Also, the amount of detergent needed
can vary due to differences in water hardness. The harder the water, the more detergent you may need. (See page 5.) In any case, you
should never use more than three tablespoons of detergent.
OPTIONS OPTIONS
You can select high or low water temperatures for the wash programs (except
Rinse). The table to the right shows the temperature options for each program.
We recommend that you use the lower temperature settings whenever possible
to conserve energy.
The indicator light glows if the temperature is set on high and it remains black if set on
low. Once you select a temperature option, it will remain selected until you change it
(except the Quick wash, which reverts to 130° F).
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1) Where do I put the prewash detergent?
2) Where do I put the rinse aid?
3) How do I know when the dishwasher is done?
4) Why do the lights flash back and forth?
5) Why do the lights flash when I open the door?
6) Why does my dishwasher run so long?
7) Why am I getting a white film on my dishes?
8) Why is there always water left in the bottom of
my machine?
1) It goes into the small compartment between the main detergent
compartment and the rinse aid dispenser. (See page 4.)
2) The rinse aid goes into the rinse aid dispenser. (See page 5.)
3) See "Understanding the Indicator Lights" above.
4) See "Understanding the Indicator Lights" above.
5) See "Understanding the Indicator Lights" above.
6) If the temperature of the water entering your dishwasher is below
120°, the dishwasher runs longer because it heats the water to the
proper temperature for the program selected. Raising your water
heater setting may help shorten the cycle times. If this doesn't resolve
the problem, call the ASKO Advisory Center.
7) You may be using too much detergent or washing your dishes in
water that is too hot. Try using less detergent and a lower temperature
setting. (See pages 5 and 8.)
8) It's normal to have some water left in the sump area near the drain.
If the water fills more than the drain area, see page 9 for possible
solutions.
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Temperature Options
Program High
Pans/Sani 160°
Normal 150°
Quick 130°
ANSWERS ANSWERS
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3, 4
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5, 6
4, 5
Low
130°
130°
120°