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EN User Manual
Dishwasher
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION.............................................................................................2
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................4
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................6
4. CONTROL PANEL....................................................................................................... 7
5. BEFORE FIRST USE..................................................................................................... 8
6. PROGRAMME SELECTION........................................................................................ 9
7. BASIC SETTINGS ......................................................................................................11
8. DAILY USE..................................................................................................................14
9. HINTS AND TIPS........................................................................................................16
10. CARE AND CLEANING.......................................................................................... 17
11. TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................20
12. PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET .......................................................................24
13. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION.........................................................24
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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the
following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
SAFETY INFORMATION
1.
Before the installation and use of the appliance,
carefully read the supplied instructions. The
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manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or
damage that are the result of incorrect installation or
usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and
accessible location for future reference.
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons
with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be
kept away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept
away from the appliance unless continuously
supervised.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep detergents away from children.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when
the door is open.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user
maintenance of the appliance without supervision.
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General Safety
1.2
• This appliance is intended to be used in household
and similar applications such as:
– farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices
and other working environments;
– by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and
other residential type environments.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• The operating water pressure (minimum and
maximum) must be between 0.5 (0.05) / 8 (0.8) bar
(MPa)
• Follow the maximum number of 14 place settings.
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• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Put the cutlery in the cutlery basket with the sharp
ends pointing down or put them in the cutlery drawer
in a horizontal position with the sharp edges down.
• Do not leave the appliance with the open door
unattended to avoid stepping accidentally onto it.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the
appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
• Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam
to clean the appliance.
• If the appliance has ventilation openings in the base,
they must not be covered e.g. by a carpet.
• The appliance is to be connected to the water mains
using the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must
not be reused.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
WARNING!
Only a qualified person must
install this appliance.
• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged
appliance.
• Do not use the appliance before
installing it in the built-in structure
due to safety manner.
• Follow the installation instructions
supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the
appliance as it is heavy. Always use
safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not install or use the appliance
where the temperature is less than 0
°C.
• Install the appliance in a safe and
suitable place that meets installation
requirements.
2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric
shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the
rating plate are compatible with the
electrical ratings of the mains power
supply.
• Always use a correctly installed
shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and
extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to
the mains plug and to the mains
cable. Should the mains cable need
to be replaced, this must be carried
out by our Authorised Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains
socket only at the end of the
installation. Make sure that there is
access to the mains plug after the
installation.
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• Do not pull the mains cable to
disconnect the appliance. Always pull
the mains plug.
• This appliance is fitted with a 13 A
mains plug. If it is necessary to
change the mains plug fuse, use only
a 13 A ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and
Ireland only).
2.3 Water connection
• Do not cause damage to the water
hoses.
• Before connection to new pipes,
pipes not used for a long time, where
repair work has been carried out or
new devices fitted (water meters,
etc.), let the water flow until it is clean
and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water
leaks during and after the first use of
the appliance.
• The water inlet hose has a safety valve
and a sheath with an inner mains
cable.
mains socket. Contact the Authorised
Service Centre to replace the water
inlet hose.
2.4 Use
• Do not put flammable products or
items that are wet with flammable
products in, near or on the appliance.
• Dishwasher detergents are
dangerous. Follow the safety
instructions on the detergent
packaging.
• Do not drink and play with the water
in the appliance.
• Do not remove the dishes from the
appliance until the programme is
complete. Some detergent may
remain on the dishes.
• Do not sit or stand on the open door
of the appliance.
• The appliance can release hot steam
if you open the door while a
programme operates.
2.5 Service
• To repair the appliance contact the
Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.
2.6 Disposal
WARNING!
Dangerous voltage.
• If the water inlet hose is damaged,
immediately close the water tap and
disconnect the mains plug from the
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the
mains supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent
children and pets to get closed in the
appliance.
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3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Ceiling spray arm
1
Upper spray arm
2
Lower spray arm
3
Filters
4
Rating plate
5
Salt container
6
Air vent
7
3.1 Beam-on-Floor
The Beam-on-Floor is a light that is
displayed on the floor below the
appliance door.
• When the programme starts, a red
light comes on and stays on for the
duration of the programme.
• When the programme is completed, a
• When the appliance has a
green light comes on.
malfunction, the red light flashes.
Rinse aid dispenser
8
Detergent dispenser
9
Lower basket
10
Upper basket
11
Cutlery drawer
12
The Beam-on-Floor is off
when the appliance is
deactivated.
When AirDry is activated
during the drying phase, the
projection on the floor may
not be completely visible. To
see if the cycle has ended,
check the control panel.
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4. CONTROL PANEL
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On/Off button
1
Delay Start button
2
Display
3
MY TIME selection bar
4
4.1 Display
A. ECOMETER
B. Indicators
C. Time indicator
4.3 Indicators
Indicator Description
Rinse aid indicator. It is on when the rinse aid dispenser needs refilling.
Refer to "Before first use".
Salt indicator. It is on when the salt container needs refilling. Refer to "Be-
fore first use".
Machine Care indicator. It is on when the appliance needs internal cleaning with the Machine Care programme. Refer to "Care and cleaning".
Drying phase indicator. It is on when a programme with the drying phase
is selected. It flashes when the drying phase operates. Refer to "Pro-
gramme selection".
EXTRAS buttons
5
AUTO Sense button
6
4.2 ECOMETER
The ECOMETER indicates how the
programme selection impacts energy
and water consumption. The more bars
are on, the lower the consumption is.
indicates the most environmentally
friendly programme selection for a
normally soiled load.
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5. BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Make sure that the current level of
the water softener agrees with the
hardness of the water supply. If
not, adjust the level of the water
softener.
2. Fill the salt container.
3. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
4. Open the water tap.
5. Start the programme Quick to
remove any residuals from the
manufacturing process. Do not use
detergent and do not put dishes in
the baskets.
After starting the programme, the
appliance recharges the resin in the
water softener for up to 5 minutes. The
washing phase starts only after this
procedure is complete. The procedure is
repeated periodically.
5.1 The salt container
CAUTION!
Use rough salt designed for
dishwashers only. Fine salt
increases the risk of
corrosion.
The salt is used to recharge the resin in
the water softener and to assure good
washing results in daily use.
4. Carefully shake the funnel by its
handle to get the last granules
inside.
5. Remove the salt around the opening
of the salt container.
6. Turn the cap of the salt container
clockwise to close the salt container.
CAUTION!
Water and salt can come out
of the salt container when
you fill it. After you fill the
salt container, immediately
start a programme to
prevent corrosion.
5.2 How to fill the rinse aid dispenser
How to fill the salt container
1. Turn the cap of the salt container
counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Put 1 litre of water in the salt
container (only for the first time).
3. Fill the salt container with 1 kg of salt
(until it is full).
CAUTION!
Only use rinse aid
specifically designed for
dishwashers.
1. Press the release button (D) to open
the lid (C).
2. Pour the rinse aid in the dispenser (A)
until the liquid reaches the fill level
'max'.
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3. Remove the spilled rinse aid with an
absorbent cloth to prevent too much
foam.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the
release button locks into position.
6. PROGRAMME SELECTION
6.1 MY TIME
Using MY TIME selection bar, you can
select a suitable wash cycle based on
programme duration, ranging from 30
minutes to four hours.
A. Quick is the shortest programme
(30min) suitable for washing a load
with fresh and light soil.
B. 1h is a programme suitable for
washing a load with fresh and lightly
dried-on soil.
C. 1h 30min is a programme suitable
for washing and drying normally
soiled items.
D. 2h 40min is a programme suitable
for washing and drying heavily soiled
items.
E. ECO is the longest programme (4h)
offering the most efficient use of
energy and water consumption for
crockery and cutlery with normal soil.
This is the standard programme for
test institutes.
You can turn the selector of
the released quantity (B)
between position 1 (lowest
quantity) and position 4 or 6
(highest quantity).
6.2 EXTRAS
You can adjust the programme selection
to your needs by activating EXTRAS.
ExtraPower
ExtraPower improves the washing
results of the selected programme. The
option increases the wash temperature
and duration.
GlassCare
GlassCare provides special care for a
delicate load. The option prevents rapid
changes in the wash temperature of the
selected programme and reduces it to 45
°C. This protects glassware in particular
from damaging.
6.3 AUTO Sense
The AUTO Sense program automatically
adjusts the wash cycle to the type of
load.
The appliance senses the degree of soil
and the amount of dishes in the baskets.
It adjusts the temperature and quantity
of water as well as the wash duration.
6.4 Programmes overview
Programme
Quick • Crockery
Type of load Degree of
soil
• Fresh • Wash 50 °C
• Cutlery
Programme phases EXTRAS
• ExtraPower
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 45 °C
• AirDry
• GlassCare
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Programme
1h • Crockery
1h 30min • Crockery
2h 40min • Crockery
ECO • Crockery
AUTO
Sense
Machine
Care
Type of load Degree of
• Cutlery
• Cutlery
• Pots
• Pans
• Cutlery
• Pots
• Pans
• Cutlery
• Pots
• Pans
• Crockery
• Cutlery
• Pots
• Pans
• No load The pro-
soil
• Fresh
• Lightly
dried-on
• Normal
• Lightly
dried-on
• Normal to
heavy
• Dried-on
• Normal
• Lightly
dried-on
The programme adjusts to all degrees of soil.
gramme
cleans the appliance interior.
Programme phases EXTRAS
• Wash 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 50 °C
• AirDry
• Wash 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 55 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
• Prewash
• Wash 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
• Prewash
• Wash 50 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 55 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
• Prewash
• Wash 50 - 60 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse 60 °C
• Drying
• AirDry
• Wash 70 °C
• Intermediate rinse
• Final rinse
• AirDry
• ExtraPower
• GlassCare
• ExtraPower
• GlassCare
• ExtraPower
• GlassCare
• ExtraPower
• GlassCare
EXTRAS are not applicable to this programme.
EXTRAS are not applicable to this programme.
Consumption values
Programme
Quick 9.9 -12.1 0.56 - 0.69 30
1h 10.4 - 12.7 0.83 - 0.96 60
1h 30min 10.3 - 12.6 0.96 - 1.09 90
2h 40min 9.8 - 12.0 1.05 - 1.18 160
ECO 10.5 0.935 240
1)
Water (l) Energy (kWh) Duration (min)
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Programme
AUTO Sense 8.7 - 12.0 0.75 - 1.18 120 - 170
Machine Care 8.9 - 10.9 0.60 - 0.72 60
1)
The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options and the
quantity of dishes can change the values.
1)
Information for test institutes
To receive the necessary information for
conducting performance tests (e.g.
according to EN60436), send an email to:
info.test@dishwasher-production.com
In your request please include the
product number code (PNC) found on
the rating plate.
7. BASIC SETTINGS
You can configure the appliance by
changing basic settings according to
your needs.
Number Settings Values
1 Water hardness From level 1L to
2 Rinse aid empty
notification
3 End sound On
4 Auto door open On (default)
5 Key tones On (default)
6 Latest pro-
gramme selection
1)
For more details, refer to the information provided in this chapter.
Water (l) Energy (kWh) Duration (min)
For any other questions regarding your
dishwasher please refer to the service
book provided with your appliance.
1)
level 10L (default: 5L)
On (default)
Off
Off (default)
Off
Off
On
Off (default)
Description
Adjust the level of the water softener according to the water hardness in your area.
Activate or deactivate the rinse aid indicator.
Activate or deactivate the acoustic signal
for the end of a programme.
Activate or deactivate the AirDry.
Activate or deactivate the sound of the
buttons when pressed.
Enable or disable the automatic selection
of the most recently used programme and
options.
You can change the basic settings in
setting mode.
When the appliance is in setting mode,
the bars of the ECOMETER represent
available settings. For each setting, a
dedicated bar of the ECOMETER flashes.
The order of the basic settings presented
in the table is also the order of the
settings on the ECOMETER:
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7.1 The water softener
The water softener removes minerals
from the water supply, which would have
a negative effect on the washing results
and on the appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals,
the harder your water is. Water hardness
is measured in equivalent scales.
Water hardness
German de-
grees (°dH)
47 - 50 84 - 90 8.4 - 9.0 58 - 63 10
43 - 46 76 - 83 7.6 - 8.3 53 - 57 9
37 - 42 65 - 75 6.5 - 7.5 46 - 52 8
29 - 36 51 - 64 5.1 - 6.4 36 - 45 7
23 - 28 40 - 50 4.0 - 5.0 28 - 35 6
19 - 22 33 - 39 3.3 - 3.9 23 - 27
15 - 18 26 - 32 2.6 - 3.2 18 - 22 4
11 - 14 19 - 25 1.9 - 2.5 13 - 17 3
4 - 10 7 - 18 0.7 - 1.8 5 - 12 2
<4 <7 <0.7 < 5
1)
Factory setting.
2)
Do not use salt at this level.
French degrees
(°fH)
The water softener should be adjusted
according to the hardness of the water in
your area. Your local water authority can
advise you on the hardness of the water
in your area. It is important to set the
right level of the water softener to assure
good washing results.
Softening hard water
increases the consumption
of water and energy as well
as the programme duration.
The higher the level of water
softener, the higher the
consumption and the longer
the duration.
mmol / l Clarke de-
grees
Water softener lev-
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1)
5
2)
1
Regardless of the type of detergent
used, set the proper water hardness
level to keep the salt refill indicator
active.
Multi-tabs containing salt
are not effective enough to
soften hard water.
7.2 The rinse aid empty notification
The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes
without streaks and stains. It is
automatically released during the hot
rinse phase.
When the rinse aid chamber is empty,
the rinse aid indicator is turned on
notifying to refill rinse aid. If the drying
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results are satisfactory while using multitablets only, it is possible to deactivate
the notification for refilling rinse aid.
However, for best drying performance,
always use rinse aid.
If standard detergent or multi-tablets
without rinse aid are used, activate the
notification to keep the rinse aid refill
indicator active.
7.3 End sound
You can activate an acoustic signal that
sounds when the programme is
completed.
Acoustic signals sound also
when a malfunction of the
appliance occurs. It is not
possible to deactivate these
signals.
7.4 AirDry
AirDry improves the drying results. The
appliance door opens automatically
during the drying phase and remains
ajar.
CAUTION!
If children have access to the
appliance, we advise to
deactivate AirDry. The
automatic opening of the
door may pose a danger.
When AirDry opens the
door, Beam-on-Floor might
not be completely visible. To
see if the programme is
complete, look at the control
panel.
7.5 Key tones
The buttons on the control panel make a
click sound when you press them. You
can deactivate this sound.
7.6 Latest programme selection
You can set the automatic selection of
the most recently used programme and
options.
The latest programme that was
completed before the appliance
deactivation is saved. It is then selected
automatically after you activate the
appliance.
When the latest programme selection is
disabled, the default programme is ECO.
AirDry is automatically activated with all
programmes.
CAUTION!
Do not try to close the
appliance door within 2
minutes after automatic
opening. This can cause
damage to the appliance.
7.7 Setting mode
How to navigate in setting mode
You can navigate in setting mode using
MY TIME selection bar.
A. Previous button
B. OK button
C. Next button
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Use Previous and Next to switch
between the basic settings and to
change their value.
Use OK to enter the selected setting and
to confirm changing its value.
How to enter setting mode
You can enter setting mode before
starting a programme. You cannot enter
setting mode while the programme is
running.
To enter setting mode, press and hold
simultaneously
about 3 seconds.
The lights related to the Previous, OK
and Next are on.
How to change a setting
Make sure the appliance is in setting
mode.
1. Use Previous or Next to select the
bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to
the desired setting.
8. DAILY USE
1. Open the water tap.
2. Press and hold until the appliance
is activated.
3. Fill the salt container if it is empty.
4. Fill the rinse aid dispenser if it is
empty.
5. Load the baskets.
6. Add the detergent.
7. Select and start a programme.
8. Close the water tap when the
programme is complete.
and for
• The bar of the ECOMETER
dedicated to the chosen setting
flashes.
• The display shows the current
setting value.
2. Press OK to enter the setting.
• The bar of the ECOMETER
dedicated to the chosen setting is
on. The other bars are off.
• The current setting value flashes.
3. Press Previous or Next to change
the value.
4. Press OK to confirm the setting.
• The new setting is saved.
• The appliance returns to the basic
settings list.
5. Press and hold simultaneously
and for about 3
seconds to exit setting mode.
The appliance returns to the programme
selection.
The saved settings remain valid until you
change them again.
8.1 Using the detergent
1. Press the release button (B) to open
the lid (C).
2. Put the detergent, in powder or
tablets, in the compartment (A).
3. If the programme has a prewash
phase, put a small quantity of
detergent on the inner part of the
appliance door.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the
release button locks into position.
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8.2 How to select and start a
programme using MY TIME
selection bar
1. Slide your finger across MY TIME
selection bar to choose a suitable
programme.
• The light related to the selected
programme is on.
• The ECOMETER indicates the
level of energy and water
consumption.
• The display shows the
programme duration.
2. Activate applicable EXTRAS if
desired.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
8.3 How to activate EXTRAS
1. Select a programme using MY TIME
selection bar.
2. Press the button dedicated to the
option you want to activate.
• The light related to the button is
on.
• The display shows the updated
programme duration.
• The ECOMETER indicates the
updated level of energy and
water consumption.
By default, options must be
activated every time before
you start a programme.
If the latest programme
selection is enabled, the
saved options are activated
automatically along with the
programme.
8.4 How to start the AUTO Sense program
1. Press .
• The light related to the button is
on.
• The display shows the longest
possible program duration.
MY TIME and EXTRAS are
not applicable to this
program.
2. Close the appliance door to start the
program.
The appliance senses the type of load
and adjusts a suitable wash cycle. During
the cycle, the sensors operate several
times and the initial program duration
can decrease.
8.5 How to delay the start of a programme
1. Select a programme.
2.
Press repeatedly until the display
shows the desired delay time (from 1
to 24 hours).
The light related to the button is on.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
countdown.
During the countdown, it is not possible
to change the delay time and the
programme selection.
When the countdown is complete, the
programme starts.
8.6 How to cancel the delay start while the countdown operates
It is not possible to activate
or deactivate options while a
programme is running.
Not all options are
compatible with each other.
Activating options often
increases the water and
energy consumption as well
as the programme duration.
Press and hold for about 3 seconds.
The appliance returns to the programme
selection.
If you cancel the delay start,
you have to select the
programme again.
8.7 How to cancel a running programme
Press and hold for about 3 seconds.
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The appliance returns to the programme
selection.
Make sure that there is
detergent in the detergent
dispenser before you start a
new programme.
8.8 Opening the door while the appliance operates
Opening the door while a programme is
running stops the appliance. It may affect
the energy consumption and the
programme duration. After closing the
door, the appliance continues from the
point of interruption.
If the door is opened for
more than 30 seconds
during the drying phase, the
running programme ends. It
does not happen if the door
is opened by AirDry
function.
9. HINTS AND TIPS
9.1 General
Follow the hints below to ensure optimal
cleaning and drying results in daily use
and to help you protect the environment.
• Remove larger residues of food from
the dishes into the waste bin.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand.
When needed, select a programme
with a prewash phase.
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• Make sure that items in the baskets
do not touch or cover each other.
Only then can the water completely
reach and wash the dishes.
• You can use dishwasher detergent,
rinse aid and salt separately or you
can use the multi-tablets (e.g. ''All in
1''). Follow the instructions on the
packaging.
• Select a programme according to the
type of load and the degree of soil.
ECO offers the most efficient use of
water and energy consumption.
8.9 The Auto Off function
This function saves energy by switching
the appliance off when it is not
operating.
The function comes into operation
automatically:
• When the programme is completed.
• After 5 minutes if a programme was
not started.
8.10 End of the programme
When the programme is complete, the
display shows 0:00.
The Auto Off function switches the
appliance off automatically.
All buttons are inactive except for the
on/off button.
9.2 Using salt, rinse aid and
detergent
• Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent
designed for dishwasher. Other
products can cause damage to the
appliance.
• In areas with hard and very hard
water, we recommend to use basic
dishwasher detergent (powder, gel,
tablets containing no additional
agents), rinse aid and salt separately
for optimal cleaning and drying
results.
• Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve
with short programmes. To prevent
detergent residues on the tableware,
we recommend that you use tablets
with long programmes.
• Do not use more than the correct
quantity of detergent. Refer to the
instructions on the detergent
packaging.
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9.3 What to do if you want to
stop using multi-tablets
Before you start using separately
detergent, salt and rinse aid, complete
the following steps:
1. Set the highest level of the water
softener.
2. Make sure that the salt and rinse aid
containers are full.
3. Start the Quick programme. Do not
add detergent and do not put dishes
in the baskets.
4. When the programme is completed,
adjust the water softener according
to the water hardness in your area.
5. Adjust the released quantity of rinse
aid.
9.4 Before starting a programme
Before you start the selected
programme, make sure that:
• The filters are clean and correctly
installed.
• The cap of the salt container is tight.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is enough salt and rinse aid
(unless you use multi-tablets).
• The arrangement of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is suitable to the
type of load and the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is
used.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
made of wood, horn, aluminium,
pewter and copper.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
that can absorb water (sponges,
household cloths).
• Remove large food residues from
dishes.
• Soak cookware with burnt-on food
before washing it in the appliance.
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening facing
downwards.
• Make sure that glasses do not touch
each other.
• Put light items in the upper basket.
Make sure that the items do not move
freely.
• Put cutlery and small items in the
cutlery drawer.
• Make sure that the spray arms can
move freely before you start a
programme.
9.6 Unloading the baskets
1. Let the tableware cool down before
you remove it from the appliance.
Hot items can be easily damaged.
2. First remove items from the lower
basket, then from the upper basket.
After the programme is
completed, water can still
remain on the inside
surfaces of the appliance.
9.5 Loading the baskets
• Use the appliance to wash
dishwasher-safe items only.
10. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before any maintenance
other than running the
programme Machine Care,
deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Dirty filters and clogged
spray arms negatively affect
the washing results. Check
these elements regularly
and, if necessary, clean
them.
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10.1 Machine Care
Machine Care is a programme designed
to clean the appliance interior with
optimal results. It removes limescale and
grease buildup.
When the appliance senses the need for
cleaning, the indicator is on. Start the
Machine Care programme to clean the
appliance interior.
How to start the Machine Care programme
Before starting the Machine
Care programme, clean the
filters and spray arms.
1. Use a descaler or a cleaning product
designed specifically for dishwashers.
Follow the instructions on the
packaging. Do not put dishes in the
baskets.
2. Press and hold simultaneously
and for about 3 seconds.
The indicators
display shows the programme duration.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
When the programme is complete, the
indicator is off.
and flash. The
• Do not use abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads or solvents.
10.4 Cleaning the filters
The filter system is made of 3 parts.
1.
Turn the filter (B) counterclockwise
and remove it.
10.2 Internal cleaning
• Carefully clean the appliance,
including the rubber gasket of the
door, with a soft damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads, sharp tools,
strong chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• To maintain the performance of your
appliance, use a cleaning product
designed specifically for dishwashers
at least once every two months.
Carefully follow the instructions on
the packaging of the product.
• For optimal cleaning results, start the
Machine Care programme.
2. Remove the filter (C) out of filter (B).
3. Remove the flat filter (A).
10.3 External cleaning
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
4. Wash the filters.
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5. Make sure that there are no residues
of food or soil in or around the edge
of the sump.
6. Put back in place the flat filter (A).
Make sure that it is correctly
positioned under the 2 guides.
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10.5 Cleaning the lower spray
arm
We recommend to clean the lower spray
arm regularly to prevent soil from
clogging the holes.
Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory
washing results.
1. To remove the lower spray arm, pull
it upwards.
2. Wash the spray arm under running
water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a
toothpick, to remove particles of soil
from the holes.
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7. Reassemble the filters (B) and (C).
8. Put back the filter (B) in the flat filter
(A). Turn it clockwise until it locks.
CAUTION!
An incorrect position of the
filters can cause bad
washing results and damage
to the appliance.
3. To install the spray arm back, press it
downwards.
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10.6 Cleaning the ceiling spray
arm
We recommend to clean the ceiling
spray arm regularly to prevent soil from
clogging the holes. Clogged holes can
cause unsatisfactory washing results.
The ceiling spray arm is placed on the
ceiling of the appliance. The spray arm
(C) is installed in the delivery tube (A)
with the mounting element (B).
1. Release the stoppers on the sides of
the sliding rails of the cutlery drawer
and pull the drawer out.
2. Move the upper basket to the lowest
level to reach the spray arm more
easily.
3. To detach the spray arm (C) from the
delivery tube (A), turn the mounting
element (B) counterclockwise and
pull the spray arm downwards.
4. Wash the spray arm under running
water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a
toothpick, to remove particles of soil
from the holes. Run the water
through the holes to wash soil
particles away from the inside.
5. To install the spray arm (C) back,
insert the mounting element (B) in
the spray arm and fix it in the delivery
tube (A) by turning it clockwise. Make
sure that the mounting element locks
into place.
6. Install the cutlery drawer on the
sliding rails and block the stoppers.
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11.
WARNING!
Improper repair of the
appliance may pose a
danger to the safety of the
user. Any repairs must be
performed by qualified
personnel.
The majority of problems that may
occur can be solved without the need
to contact an Authorised Service
Centre.
Refer to the below table for information
on possible problems.
With some problems, the display shows
an alarm code.
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Problem and alarm code Possible cause and solution
You cannot activate the appliance.
• Make sure that the mains plug is connected to the
mains socket.
• Make sure that there is no damaged fuse in the fuse
box.
The programme does not
start.
• Make sure that the appliance door is closed.
• If the delay start is set, cancel the setting or wait for the
end of the countdown.
• The appliance recharges the resin inside the water softener. The duration of the procedure is approximately 5
minutes.
The appliance does not fill
with water.
The display shows or
.
• Make sure that the water tap is open.
• Make sure that the pressure of the water supply is not
too low. For this information, contact your local water
authority.
• Make sure that the water tap is not clogged.
• Make sure that the filter in the inlet hose is not clogged.
• Make sure that the inlet hose has no kinks or bends.
The appliance does not
drain the water.
The display shows .
• Make sure that the sink spigot is not clogged.
• Make sure that the filter in the outlet hose is not clogged.
• Make sure that the interior filter system is not clogged.
• Make sure that the drain hose has no kinks or bends.
The anti-flood device is on.
The display shows .
The appliance stops and
starts more times during op-
• Close the water tap and contact an Authorised Service
Centre.
• It is normal. It provides optimal cleaning results and energy savings.
eration.
The programme lasts too
long.
• If the delay start option is set, cancel the delay setting or
wait for the end of the countdown.
• Activating options can increase the programme duration.
The remaining time in the
• This is not a defect. The appliance is working correctly.
display increases and skips
nearly to the end of the programme duration.
Small leak from the appliance door.
• The appliance is not levelled. Loosen or tighten the adjustable feet (if applicable).
• The appliance door is not centred on the tub. Adjust the
rear foot (if applicable).
The appliance door is difficult to close.
• The appliance is not levelled. Loosen or tighten the adjustable feet (if applicable).
• Parts of the tableware are protruding from the baskets.
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Problem and alarm code Possible cause and solution
Rattling or knocking sounds
from the inside of the appliance.
The appliance trips the circuit-beaker.
• The tableware is not properly arranged in the baskets.
Refer to basket loading leaflet.
• Make sure that the spray arms can rotate freely.
• The amperage is insufficient to supply simultaneously all
the appliances in use. Check the socket amperage and
the capacity of the meter or turn off one of the appliances in use.
• Internal electrical fault of the appliance. Contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Once you have checked the appliance,
deactivate and activate the appliance. If
the problem occurs again, contact an
For alarm codes not described in the
table, contact an Authorised Service
Centre.
Authorised Service Centre.
11.1 The washing and drying results are not satisfactory
Problem Possible cause and solution
Poor washing results. • Refer to "Daily use", "Hints and tips" and the basket
loading leaflet.
• Use more intensive washing programme.
• Activate the ExtraPower option to improve the washing results of a selected programme.
• Clean spray arm jets and filter. Refer to "Care and
Cleaning".
Poor drying results. • Tableware was left for too long inside the closed ap-
pliance. Activate AirDry to set the automatic opening
of the door and to improve the drying performance.
• There is no rinse aid or the dosage of rinse aid is not
sufficient. Fill the rinse aid dispenser or set the level of
rinse aid to a higher level.
• The quality of the rinse aid can be the cause.
• We recommend to use rinse aid always, even in combination with multi-tablets.
• Plastic items may need to be towel dried.
• The programme does not have the drying phase. Refer to "Programmes overview".
There are whitish streaks or
bluish layers on glasses and
dishes.
There are stains and dry water
drops on glasses and dishes.
The interior of the appliance is
wet.
• The released quantity of rinse aid is too high. Adjust
the rinse aid level to a lower level.
• The quantity of detergent is too high.
• The released quantity of rinse aid is not sufficient. Adjust the rinse aid level to a higher level.
• The quality of the rinse aid can be the cause.
• This is not a defect of the appliance. Humid air condensates on the appliance walls.
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Problem Possible cause and solution
Unusual foam during washing. • Use the detergent designed specifically for dishwash-
ers.
• There is a leak in the rinse aid dispenser. Contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
Traces of rust on cutlery. • There is too much salt in the water used for washing.
Refer to "The water softener".
• Silver and stainless steel cutlery were placed together.
Do not put silver and stainless steel items close together.
There are residues of detergent in the dispenser at the
end of the programme.
Odours inside the appliance. • Refer to "Internal cleaning".
Limescale deposits on the tableware, on the tub and on
the inside of the door.
Dull, discoloured or chipped
tableware.
• The detergent tablet was stuck in the dispenser and
therefore was not completely washed away by water.
• Water cannot wash away the detergent from the dispenser. Make sure that the spray arms are not blocked
or clogged.
• Make sure that items in the baskets do not impede the
lid of the detergent dispenser from opening.
• Start the Machine Care programme with a descaler or
a cleaning product designed for dishwashers.
• The level of salt is low, check the refill indicator.
• The cap of the salt container is loose.
• Your tap water is hard. Refer to "The water softener".
• Use salt and set regeneration of the water softener
even when multi-functional tablets are used. Refer to
"The water softener".
• Start the Machine Care programme with a descaler
designed for dishwashers.
• If limescale deposits still remain, clean the appliance
with appliance cleaners which are particularly suitable
for this purpose.
• Try a different detergent.
• Contact the detergent manufacturer.
• Make sure that only dishwasher-safe items are washed
in the appliance.
• Load and unload the basket carefully. Refer to the basket loading leaflet.
• Place delicate items in the upper basket.
• Activate the GlassCare option to ensure special care
for glassware and delicate items.
Refer to "Before first use",
"Daily use", or "Hints and
tips" for other possible
causes.
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12. PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET
Trade Mark AEG
Model FSK5290PZ 911536420
Rated capacity (standard place settings) 14
Energy efficiency class A++
Energy consumption in kWh per year, based on 280
standard cleaning cycles using cold water fill and the
consumption of the low power modes. The actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is
used.
Energy consumption of standard cleaning cycle (kWh) 0.935
Power consumption in off mode (W) 0.50
Power consumption in left-on mode (W) 5.0
Water consumption in litres per year, based on 280
standard cleaning cycles. The actual water consumption
will depend on how the appliance is used
Drying efficiency class on a scale from G (least efficient)
to A (most efficient)
The ‘standard programme’ is the standard cleaning cycle to which the information in the label and the fiche
relates. This programme is suitable to clean normally
soiled tableware and is the most efficient programme in
terms of combined energy and water consumption. It is
indicated as "Eco" programme.
Programme time of standard cleaning cycle (min) 240
Duration of the left-on mode (min) 1
Sound power level (db(A) re 1pW) 46
Built in appliance Y/N Yes
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13. ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Dimensions Width / height / depth (mm) 596 / 818 - 898 / 550
Electrical connection
Water supply pressure Min. / max.
1)
Voltage (V) 220 - 240
Frequency (Hz) 50
0.5 (0.05) / 8 (0.8)
bar (MPa)
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Water supply
1)
Refer to the rating plate for other values.
2)
If the hot water comes from alternative source of energy (e.g. solar panels), use the hot water supply to
decrease energy consumption.
Cold water or hot water
14. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
Recycle materials with the symbol .
Put the packaging in relevant containers
to recycle it. Help protect the
environment and human health by
recycling waste of electrical and
electronic appliances. Do not dispose of
appliances marked with the symbol
with the household waste. Return the
product to your local recycling facility or
contact your municipal office.
2)
max 60 °C
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