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U s e r I n s t r u c t i o n s ESL 6225 ANC 822 961 497 - 00 - 0205...
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Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Above all please observe the safety instructions on the first few pages ofthese user instructions! Please keep these user instructions for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. The warning triangle and/or specific words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!) are used to highlight instructions that are important for...
Safety Instructions The safety aspects of ELECTROLUX electrical appli- • Never place the dishwasher in operation if the ances comply with accepted technical standards and mains cable, water inlet or drain hose is damaged; the German Appliance Safety Law. Nevertheless, as or the control panel, work top or plinth area is a manufacturer we consider it our obligation to make damaged such that the inside of the appliance is...
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 dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate con- tainer at your local waste disposal facilities. appliance The symbol on the product or on its...
Appliance Features, Display and Control Panel Top Spray Nozzle Rubber Seal for Connecting the Water Feed to the Upper Spray Arm Spray Arms Container for Special Salt Water hardness switch Container for Rinse Aid Detergent Dispenser Filters Display and Control Panel Rating plate...
Display and control panel Function buttons Indicator ON/OFF button Display for the individual wash programme steps Function buttons: In addition to the dishwashing The indicator has the following meaning: cycle, the following functions can also be set with the help of these buttons: Refill with special salt Function button 1 Setting the water softener...
Water softener To avoid scale deposits on the dishes and in the dish- washer, the dishes must be washed with soft water, i.e. water with a low lime content. The dishwasher therefore has a built-in water softener, in which tap water with a hardness of 4°d (German degree) and harder is softened with the aid of special salt.
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Setting electronically: 5. Press the ON/OFF button. If the only LED indicator illuminated is one that belongs to a programme button, this means that this dishwashing cycle has been activated. The dishwashing cycle must be deselected: Press function buttons 2 and 3 simultane- ously for approx.
Special salt for the water softener If the water hardness in your area is less than 4 °d, then the water in your dishwasher does not need to be softened and you do not need to use special salt or salt substitute. Water can be softened in one of two ways: •...
Adding special salt If you are using dishwasher detergent and special salt separately, add the special salt: • Before using the dishwasher for the first time. • When the indicator for special salt is illumi- nated on the control panel. 1.
Filling with Rinse Aid Rinse aid ensures that your dishes gleam and are free from spots, and that you glasses are clear. Use only branded rinse aid for dishwashers. Never fill the rinse aid container with any another substance (e.g. concentrated vine- gar).
Activating/deactivating the acoustic signal The acoustic signal can indicate acoustically: – at which water hardness the water softener is set. – when a dishwashing cycle has finished. – when an error has occurred with the dish- washer. You can switch on/off the acoustic signal in the follow- ing way: 1.
In Daily Use • Is it necessary to refill with special salt or rinse aid? • Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher • Fill with dishwasher detergent • Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes • Start the wash programme Loading cutlery and dishes Sponges, household cloths and any object...
Loading Cutlery Long bladed knives stored in an upright posi- tion are a potential hazard. Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizon- tally in the upper basket. Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives.
Loading Pans, Frying Pans and Large Plates Load large and heavily soiled dishes in the lower bas- ket (Plates up to 29cm in diameter). Your dishwasher has one of the following two types of lower basket: Type 1: The rear plate insert in the lower basket can be removed To make it easier to load large dishes, it is possible...
Loading Cups, Glasses and Coffee Services Load small, delicate items and long pointed cutlery in the upper basket. • Arrange plates and dishes offset on and under the folding cup racks so that washing water can reach all items. • The cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall items.
Filling with Detergent Only use dishwasher detergent. Fill with detergent: Prior to the start of a wash programme (not for the pre wash programme). The detergent is released into the wash water during the programme. Please observe the manufacturer's dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging.
Use of "3 in 1"/ Combi Detergent Concentrated Detergent Tablets Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents can be split into two basic types: – conventional, alkaline detergents with caus- General Advice tic components. – low alkaline concentrated detergents with These products are tablets with combined detergent/ natural enzymes.
Selecting the Wash Programme (Programme Table) Choose the most suitable wash programme with the aid of this table: Type of Dishes: Dishes without Dinner Service and Pans Pans with dishes that are sensitive to changes in addition: – – in temperature Type of heavily soiling;...
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 programme).
Starting a dishwashing cycle 1. Check that the dishes and cutlery are stacked in Interrupting the dishwashing cycle by the dishwasher in such a way that the spray arms opening the dishwasher door are free to rotate. 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. The dishwash- 2.
Switching off the dishwasher If the acoustic signal has been enabled, a continuous tone will sound for 15 seconds at the end of the dish- washing cycle. If the dishwasher door is not opened, the acoustic signal will repeat after 3 minutes and again after 6 minutes.
Care and Cleaning Do not under any circumstances use furni- ture care products or aggressive cleaners. • If necessary, clean the controls only with a soft cloth and pure warm water. • Occasionally check the internal containers, door seal, and water inlet for soiling, clean if necessary. Cleaning the filters The filters must be regularly checked and cleaned.
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Cleaning the spray arm jets Regularly check the jets in the spray arms for block- ages. When cleaning is necessary, remove spray arm from the fixture and clean jets with a pointed object (wire or needle). Then rinse out the spray arm using a strong jet of water.
What to do if ... Try to rectify minor faults on the dishwasher with the of the appliance, the customer service engineer’s visit aid of the instructions given here. If you call in cus- is not free of charge, even during the period of guar- tomer service to resolve one of the malfunctions antee.
... there are problems when operating the dishwasher. Fault Possible cause Remedy The dishwasher door has not been closed Close the door. properly. The mains plug is not plugged in. Insert the mains plug. The fuse has blown in the household fuse Replace the fuse.
Technical Data Capacity: 12 place settings including serving dishes Permitted Water 1-10 bar (=10-100 N/cm = 0.1-1.0 MPa) Pressure: Electrical Connection: Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the dishwasher door on the right. Dishwasher: Free-Standing Appliances Dimensions: 850 x 598 x 598 (H x B x D in mm)
Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test pro- gramme (see Programme Table). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see Programme Table).
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Sample loading arrangement: Lower basket Sample loading arrangement: Cutlery basket Some dishwasher models have cutlery baskets with- out a grid insert.
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted to ensure that it is stable and level. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the appliance to that of sur- rounding units extend the threaded feet by unscrewing: –...
Connecting the Dishwasher Water Connection The dishwasher is fitted with safety devices that pre- vent the wash water returning into the drinking water system and comply with the applicable plumbing reg- ulations. • The dishwasher can be connected to cold and hot water supplies up to max.
The following section is only applicable to dishwashers that have a safety valve on the threaded hose fitting for the tap: Water inlet hose with safety valve After connecting the double-walled water inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap. Therefore the water inlet hose is only under pressure while the water is running.
Water drain Drain hose The drain hose must not be kinked, crushed or entangled. • Connecting the drain hose: – Maximum permitted height: 1 metre. – Minimum required height 40 cm above the lower edge of the machine. Extension hoses •...
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 responsi- bility should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching on make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate.
Connections The water inlet and drain hoses, as well as the mains cable must be connected beside the dishwasher because there is no space for them behind the appli- ance. The example plumbing and electrical installation given below can only be regarded as a recommenda- tion;...
Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions • Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area. We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of • The product is installed and used in accordance the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or with our instructions and is only used domestically, any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason i.e.
Service and Spare Parts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning: 08705 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk...