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Contents Contents Operating Instructions Safety Diagram of Appliance Control Panel Switching on for the first time – setting the language Display Basic operation An overview of the menus Adjusting an option/setting Prior to Using for the First Time Setting the Water Softener Adding dishwasher Salt Filling Up with Rinse Aid Setting the acoustic signal:...
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Contents Disposal Technical data Notes for Test Institutes Installation and connection instructions Safety Information for the Installation Installing the Dishwasher Connecting the dishwasher Electrical Connection Guarantee/Customer Service Service and Spare Parts...
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Prior to using for the first time • Follow the ”Instructions for installation and connection”. Correct Use • The dishwasher is only intended for washing domestic dishes. • Additions or modifications to the dishwasher are not permitted. •...
Diagram of Appliance Diagram of Appliance Upper basket spray arm and lower spray arm Salt Container Water softener unit. Detergent Dispenser Rinse aid dispenser Rating plate Filters Interior lighting This dishwasher has an internal light that turns on and off when the opening and closing of the dishwasher’s door occurs.
Control Panel Control Panel ON/OFF button Direction buttons OPTION Button button OK/START RESET Display button Button functions – Switching the appliance on and off ON/OFF – Selecting within the menu Direction but – Selecting a value when adjusting options or settings tons –...
Switching on for the first time – setting the language Switching on for the first time – setting the lan guage 1. Press the ON/OFF button. First of all HELLO appears in the display. As soon as the dishwasher is ready for use, this is replaced by LANGUAGE ENGLISH;...
Display Display Info status bar Text line Symbol line The info status bar consists of a row of individual lamps that is divided into two sections: the left section refers to the Programmes menu, the right section to the Options menu. •...
Basic operation Basic operation This section contains basic information regarding the use of your dishwasher. Please read this section very carefully. An overview of the menus Programmes menu Options menu DELAY START AUTOMATIC OPTION 3 IN 1 30 MINUTES button SETTINGS…...
Basic operation The Options menu • Go to the desired setting using the direction buttons ( ). In the info status bar your position within the menu is always shown. • For the option DELAY START see the section “Setting a delay start” for the op tion 3 IN 1 see the section “Before using for the first time”...
Prior to Using for the First Time Prior to Using for the First Time If you wish to use 3 in 1 detergent: – First read the section “Using 3 in 1 detergents”. – Do not fill up with special salt or rinse aid. If you do not use 3 in 1 detergent, before using for the first time 1.
Prior to Using for the First Time Setting electronically: 1. Press the ON/OFF button. If the name of a programme stage is highlighted in the display, a dishwashing cycle is active. First of all you must cancel the dishwashing cycle: –...
Prior to Using for the First Time Adding dishwasher Salt To decalcify the water softener, it must be filled up with dishwasher salt. Use only special salt suitable for domestic dishwashers. If you do not use 3 in1 detergent, fill up with dishwasher salt: –...
Prior to Using for the First Time Filling Up with Rinse Aid Rinse aid causes the rinse water to flow easily from the crockery leaving gleam ing dishes and glassware. If you do not use 3in1 detergent, fill up with rinse aid: –...
Prior to Using for the First Time Setting the Amount of Rinse Aid Required Only change the amount dispensed, if smears, milky spots (reduce the amount) or dried on water spots (increase the amount) can be seen on glasses and dishes. (See section “If dishwashing results are not satisfactory”.) The dosage can be set from 1 6.
In daily use In daily use Loading cutlery and dishes Sponges, cleaning cloths and any other objects that can absorb water must not be washed in the dishwasher. Plastic and Teflon coated dishes and pans tend to retain water droplets. These dishes and pans therefore do not dry as well as those made of china and stainless steel.
In daily use Loading cutlery Warning: Sharp knives and other items of cutlery with sharp edges must be laid in the cutlery rack or in the upper basket because of the risk of injury. Place knives, small spoons and small forks in the cutlery tray which is in the upper basket.
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In daily use Loading / Unloading lower basket and upper basket To load and unload, pull out or push in the upper and lower baskets in the middle us ing the handle on the front of the basket. Pots, Pans, Large Plates Load larger and heavily soiled dishes and pans in the lower basket.
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In daily use Cups, Glasses, Coffee Service Load smaller, fragile crockery and long, sharp cutlery in the upper basket. • Arrange items of crockery on and under the folding cup racks so that they are offset from each other and water can reach all items.
In daily use • The row of spikes on the left of the upper basket is also in two parts and can be folded away. Spikes not folded away: place glasses, mugs etc. in the upper basket. Spikes folded away: More room for serv ing dishes.
In daily use Adding Detergent Detergents remove the dirt from dishes and cutlery. The detergent must be added before the cycle starts. Only use detergent intended for domestic dishwashers. The detergent compartment is located on the inside of the door. 1.
In daily use Concentrated detergents Today’s detergents for dishwashers are almost exclusively low alkaline concen trated detergents with natural enzymes in tablet or powder form. Using 50°C dishwashing cycles in conjunction with these concentrated deter gents reduces pollution and is good for your dishes, as these dishwashing cycles are specially matched to the dirt dissolving properties of the enzymes in con centrated detergents.
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In daily use If you want to use 3 in 1 products 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Go to the 3 IN 1 option. 3. Set the value to ON (see section “Adjusting an option/setting” symbol lights up in the symbol line. Before the start of the dishwashing cycle put 3 in 1 detergent in the detergent dispenser.
In daily use Selecting the dishwashing cycle (Cycle Table) Programme Consumption sequence values Suitable Type of Dishwashingcycle for: soiling AUTOMATIC Dinner service and normally soiled, • • • • (50° 65°) cookware dried on food remains 30 MINUTES Dishes, excluding just used, lightly to nor •...
In daily use Selecting a programme When your dishes look like this, select: an intensive programme. a normal or energy saving programme. a short programme (e.g. 30 minute pro gramme).
In daily use Starting a Dishwashing Cycle 1. Check that the spray arms can turn freely. 2. Turn the water tap on fully. 3. Close the door. 4. Press the ON/OFF button. 5. Using the direction buttons ( ) select the desired cycle. The name of the selected dishwashing cycle will flash.
In daily use Interrupting or Cancelling a dishwashing cycle Interrupt a dishwashing cycle that is in progress if it is absolutely necessary. Interrupting the dishwashing programme by opening the dishwasher door Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. There is a risk of scalding. 1.
In daily use Switching Off the dishwasher Switch off the dishwasher if the messages PROGRAMME END and PLEASE SWITCH OFF are being displayed alternately. With some dishwashing cycles, the drying fan continues to run even after the end of the cycle. If the acoustic signal has been enabled, a continuous tone will sound for 15 sec onds at the end of the dishwashing cycle.
Care and cleaning Care and cleaning Do not use furniture care products or aggressive cleaners. • When necessary, clean the dishwasher’s controls with a soft cloth. • Occasionally check the internal dispensers, door seal and water inlet filter (if fitted) for dirt and clean them, if necessary. Cleaning the filters The filters must be regularly checked and cleaned.
What to do if … 5. Remove the flat filter (3) from the base of the washing compartment and clean both surfaces thoroughly. 6. Re insert the flat filter. 7. Place the fine filter in the micro filter and fit the two together.
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What to do if … – Switch the appliance off and on again. – Select dishwashing cycle. – Press the OK/START button. If the fault is displayed again, please contact the Service Force Centre and in form them of the fault message. Malfunction Possible cause Remedy...
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What to do if … Malfunction Possible cause Remedy The mains plug is not Plug in mains plug. plugged in. A fuse in the house’s wiring sys Replace fuse. The cycle is not starting. tem is defective. For dishwasher models with a If the dishes are to be washed delay start timer: immediately, cancel the delay...
What to do if … If the dishwashing results are not satisfactory The dishes are still dirty. • The wrong dishwashing cycle was selected. • The dishes were loaded is such a way that the dishwashing water did not reach all items. The baskets for the dishes must not be overloaded. The spray arms must be free to turn.
Disposal Disposal Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dis pose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at your local waste disposal facilities.
Notes for Test Institutes Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test cycle (see “Cycle Table”). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dis penser in the water softener and the rinse aid dispenser have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively, and using the test cycle (see “Cycle Table”).
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Notes for Test Institutes Lower basket with cutlery basket Cutlery basket *) If necessary, you can remove the cup racks on the left hand side and/or the beer glass holder.
Installation and connection instructions Installation and connection instructions Safety Information for the Installation • Only transport the dishwasher in an upright position, otherwise salt water may run out. • Before using the dishwasher for the first time, check for any damage caused in transport.
Installing the Dishwasher Installing the Dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted to ensure that it is stable and level in all directions. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the ap pliance to that of surrounding units, extend the threaded feet using a screw driver.
Connecting the dishwasher Connecting the dishwasher Connecting to the water supply • The dishwasher can be connected to cold or hot water supplies up to max. 60°C. • The dishwasher must not be connected to open hot water appliances or in stantaneous water heaters.
Connecting the dishwasher Water drainage Drain hose The drain hose must not be kinked, crushed or entangled. • Connecting the drain hose: maximum permitted height above the bottom edge of the appliance: 60 cm. Extension hoses • Extension hoses are available from your dealer or from our Customer Care Depart ment.
Connecting the dishwasher Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING This appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer declines any responsibility should these safety meas ures not be observed. Before switching on make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate.
Standard guarantee conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG appliance or any part there of is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: •...
Guarantee/Customer Service European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law. If you move from one of these coun tries to another of the countries listed below the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the fol lowing qualifications: •...
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in guarantee service calls. Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your AEG Electrolux appliance, or for further informa tion on AEG Electrolux products please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.aeg.co.uk.