AEG-Electrolux ESF4150 User Manual

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Dishwasher

Instruction book

Model ESF 4150

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Dimensions Width 45 cm

Height with worktop 85 cm Height without worktop 82 cm Max depth 63 cm Max depth with open door 118.5 cm

Electrical connection: Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the Voltage inner edge of the dishwasher’s door. Overall power Fuse

Water supply pressure Minimum 50 kPa (0.5 bar)

Maximum 800 kPa (8 bar)

Capacity 9 place settings

Technical specifications

This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:

- 73/23 or 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;

- 89/336 or 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

Contents

Safety instructions 3 Disposal 3 Economical and ecological dishwashing 3 Installation instructions 4

Fitting under a counter 4 Levelling 4 Water supply connections 4 Water inlet hose with safety valve 4 Water outlet hose connection 5 Electrical connection 5

Description of the appliance 6 The control panel 6 Prior to using for the first time 7

Setting the water softener 7 Filling with salt 8 Rinse aid 9

In daily use 10 Loading cutlery and dishes 10 The lower basket 10 The cutlery basket 10 The upper basket 11 Adjusting the height of the upper basket 11 Use of detergent 11

Different kinds of detergent 12 Washing programmes 13 Starting a washing programme 14 Maintenance and cleaning 16

Cleaning the filters 16 Prolonged periods of non-operation 16 Frost precautions 16 Moving the machine 16

What to do, when... 17 Service and spare parts 18

Hints for test centres 19

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Safety instructions

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant safety information.

This information has been provided in the interest of your safety. You MUST read it carefully before installing or using the appliance.

Installation

● Check your dishwasher for any transport damage. Never

connect a damaged machine. If your dishwasher is damaged, you should contact your supplier.

● For safety reasons it is dangerous to alter the specifications

or attempt to modify this product in any way.

● Any electrical and plumbing work required to install this

appliance should be carried out by a qualified and competent person.

● Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not

stand on the electrical supply cable.

● The sides of the dishwasher must never be drilled to

prevent damage to hydraulic components.

Child safety

● This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.

● Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls

or play with the product.

● Packaging parts may be dangerous for children, who could

even be suffocated! You should therefore keep all packaging well away from children.

● The water in your dishwasher is not for drinking. Detergent

residues may still be present in your machine. Keep children well away from your dishwasher when the door is open.

● Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children's reach.

Your dishwasher in day-to-day use

● Items that are contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron

debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals must not be washed in this dishwasher.

● Under no circumstances should you open the door whilst

the appliance is in operation, especially during the washing phase, hot water may escape. However, if the door is opened, a safety device ensures that the machine stops.

● Only use products (detergent, salt and rinse aid) specifically

designed for use in dishwashers.

● Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a

potential hazard.

● Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives

must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket.

● When finishing loading or unloading close the door, as an

open door can be a hazard.

● Do not sit or stand on the open door.

● Isolate the appliance from the power supply and turn off the

water supply after use.

● This product should be serviced by an authorised service

engineer, and only genuine spare parts should be used.

● Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the

machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

Disposal

Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly. All packaging materials can be recycled.

Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations:

>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material. >PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-

free).

>POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g. plastic clips. Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper

and should be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling.

As and when you cease to use your dishwasher and withdraw it from service, your should render it unserviceable before having it disposed of.

Warning! Children at play could lock themselves in your dishwasher or otherwise endanger their lives. Therefore cut off the power supply cable and make the door closing device unusable to prevent children from being trapped inside.

For the disposing of the appliance please take it to a recycling centre or to your dealer who will, for a small contribution to the costs, dispose it for you.

Economical and ecological dishwashing

● Ensure that the water softener is correctly adjusted.

● Do not pre-wash under running water.

● Select the wash programme to suit the nature and degree of

the soiling on the dishes.

● Do not use more detergent, special salt and rinse aid than is

recommended in these operating instructions and by the manufacturer of the respective product.

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Installation instructions

Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person.

Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a

drain.

Fitting under a counter

(kitchen worktop or sink) By removing the machine’s worktop, you can install it under a

close fitting sink unit or a pre-existing top, providing the dimensions of the recess correspond to those shown in the picture.

Proceed as follows:

Remove the machine’s worktop by unscrewing the two rear retaining screws, pull the worktop from the back of the machine and slide out the front slots, lifting the worktop.

Insert the machine after adjusting height and levelling with the adjustable feet. When inserting the machine, ensure that the water inlet and drain hoses are not kinked or squashed.

During all operations that involve accessibility to internal components the dishwasher has to be unplugged.

Be sure that once the appliance has been installed, it is easily accessible for the consumer service department.

If the dishwasher is later used as a free-standing appliance, the original worktop must be re-mounted.

The plinth on free-standing appliances is not adjustable.

Levelling

Good levelling is essential for correct closure and sealing of the door.

When the appliance is correctly levelled, the door will not catch on either side of the cabinet.

If the door does not close correctly, loosen or tighten the adjustable feet until the machine is perfectly level.

Water supply connections

This dishwasher may be fed with either hot (max. 60°) or cold water. Nevertheless we advise you a cold water supply. A hot water supply is not always efficient with very soiled crockery as it shortens the washing programmes a lot.

For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted to the machine’s supply hose is designed to screw onto either a 3/4" inch gas thread spout or to a purpose made quick-coupling tap such as the Press-block.

The water pressure must be within the limits given in the "Technical specifications". Your local Water Authority will advise you on the average mains pressure in your area.

The water inlet hose must not be kinked, crushed, or entangled when it is being connected up.

The dishwasher features fill and drain hoses which can be turned either to the left or the right to suit the installation by means of the locknut. The locknut must be correctly fitted

to avoid water leaks. (Attention! NOT all models of dishwashers have fill and drain hoses provided with locknut. In this case, this kind of facility is not possible).

If the machine is connected to new pipes or pipes which have not been used for a long time, you should run the water for a few minutes before connecting the inlet hose.

Do not use, for connection, old hoses which have been used in another appliance.

The dishwasher is fitted with safety devices that prevent the wash water returning into the drinking water system and comply with the applicable plumbing regulations.

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. If the water inlet hose starts to leak during this operation, the safety valve cuts off the running water.

Please take care when installing the water inlet hose:

- The electrical cable for the safety valve is in the doublewalled water inlet hose. Do not immerse the water inlet hose or the safety valve in water.

- If water inlet hose or the safety valve is damaged, remove the mains plug immediately.

- Awater inlet hose with safety valve must only be replaced by a specialist or by the Service Force Centre.

- Place the water inlet hose in such a way that it is never higher than the bottom edge of the safety valve.

570-600

820

450

IN04

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Water outlet hose connection

The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following ways:

1. To the sink outlet spigot, securing it to the underside of the work surface. This will prevent waste water from the sink running into the machine.

2. Hooked over the edge of the sink using the special curved plastic guide (if provided with the machine).

3. To a stand pipe provided with vent-hole, minimum internal diameter 4 cm.

The waste connection must be at a height of between 30 cm (minimum) and 100 cm (maximum) from the bottom of the dishwasher.

The drain hose can face either to the right or left of the dishwasher

Ensure the hose is not bent or squashed as this could prevent or slow down the discharge of water.

The sink plug must not be in place when the machine is draining as this could cause the water to siphon back into the machine.

If you use a drain hose extension it must be no longer than 2 metres and its internal diameter must be no smaller than the diameter of the hose provided.

Likewise the internal diameter of the couplings used for connections to the waste outlet must be no smaller than the diameter of the hose provided.

Attention!

Our appliances are supplied with a security device to protect against the return of dirty water back into the machine. If the spigot of your sink has a "no return valve" incorporated this can prevent the correct draining of your dishwasher. We advise you therefore to remove it.

Electrical connection

Information concerning the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the edge of the dishwasher’s door.

Before plugging the appliance into the wall socket, make sure that:

1. The mains voltage and current rating at the site of installation match the nominal voltage and current rating given on the rating plate.

2. The meter, fuses, mains power supply and wall socket can all take the maximum load required. Make sure that the socket and plug are compatible without having to use any type of adaptor. If necessary, have the domestic wiring system socket replaced.

To isolate the dishwasher from mains, remove the mains plug.

Important! The plug must still be accessible after the appliance has been installed.

In case that the electrical cable has to be replaced, please contact your local Service Force Centre.

The appliance should not be connected to the electrical supply by means of an extension cable.

Safety standards require the appliance to be earthed. The manufacture accepts no liability for failure to observe the above safety precautions.

CS18

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Function push buttons: in addition to the dishwashing

programme selected, the following functions can also be set with the help of these buttons: water softener setting and deactivation/activation of the inflow of rinse aid.

Programme selection push buttons: the selection of

a washing programme occurs by pressing one of these push buttons.

The digital display indicates:

- the level of hardness to which the water softener is set

- if the rinse aid inflow is activated/deactivated

- the approximative remaining time of the running programme

- the countdown of the delay start

- fault codes concerning malfunction of the dishwasher

"Delay start" option push button: this option allows

the start of the programme to be delayed from 1 to 19 hours.

Description of the appliance

The control panel

1. Upper basket stop

2. Water hardness switch

3. Salt container

4. Detergent dispenser

5. Control panel

6. Rating plate

7. Rinse aid dispenser

8. Filters

9. Lower spray arm

10. Upper spray arm

11. Upper basket

12. Worktop

Function

push buttons

Indicator lights

Digital display

Door handle

"Delay start"

option

push button

On/Off

indicator light

On/Off

push button

Programme selection

push buttons

"3 IN 1"

option push button

IN154

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Prior to using for the first time

Before using your dishwasher for the first time:

1. Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions

2. Remove all packaging from inside the appliance

3. Set the water softener

4. Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill

with salt

5. Fill the rinse aid dispenser

Setting the water softener

The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener designed to remove minerals and salts from the water supply, which would have a detrimental or adverse effect on the operation of the appliance.

The higher the content of these salts, the harder your water is. Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales, German

degrees, French degrees and mmol/l (millimol per litre). The 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.

The water softener must be set in both ways: manually, using the water hardness switch and electronically, using the function push buttons on the control panel.

a)Setting manually

1. Open the dishwasher door.

2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher.

3. Turn the water hardness switch to position 1 or 2 (see

table).

4. Replace the lower basket. The dishwasher is factory set

at position 2.

°dH

(german degrees)

°TH

(french degrees)

mmol/l

(millimol per litre,

international unit for the

hardness of water)

Range

manually electronically

51 - 70 43 - 50 37 - 42 29 - 36 23 - 28 19 - 22 15 - 18 11 - 14

4 - 10

< 4

9,0 - 12,5

7,6 - 8,9 6,5 - 7,5 5,1 - 6,4 4,0 - 5,0 3,9 - 3,3 2,6 - 3,2 1,9 - 2,5 0,7 - 1,8

< 0,7

IV IV IV IV IV III III

I/II

91 - 125

76 - 90 65 - 75 51 - 64 40 - 50 33 - 39 26 - 32 19 - 25

7 - 18

< 7

2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1

level 10

level 9 level 8 level 7 level 6 level 5 level 4 level 3 level 2 level 1

yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes

Water hardness

Adjusting the

water hardness setting

Level indicated

in the

digital display

Use

of salt

Indicator lights: have the following meanings:

The salt and rinse aid indicator lights are never illuminated while a washing programme is running even if filling with salt and rinse aid is necessary.

Phase indicator lights: have the following meanings:

As soon as you select a washing programme, the phase indicator lights for that programme will illuminate.

As the programme starts, the phase indicator lights turn off except for the indicator light of the phase in progress.

Option push button "3 IN 1": This appliance is

equipped with the option 3 IN 1, that allows the use of the "3 in 1" combi detergent tablets.

This function can be selected with all washing programmes. With the selection of this function the inflow of rinse aid and

salt from each respective supply container is automatically deactivated and also the indicator lights for salt and rinse aid are deactivated.

Once selected this option (push button indicator light illuminated ) it will remain active also for the following washing programmes, to deactivate the function, press the push button (push button indicator light off).

salt refilling indicator light, illuminates when the salt has run out

rinse aid refilling indicator light, illuminates when the rinse aid has run out

illuminates when the washing/rinsing phases are running

illuminates when the drying phase is running illuminates when the washing programme has

ended

AA07

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b)Setting electronically

(The dishwasher must be switched off) The dishwasher is factory set at level 5.

1. Press the On/Off push button. The On/Off indicator light

illuminates.

If other indicator lights are on, this means that a wash programme has been selected. The programme must be cancelled: press simultaneously the function push buttons 2 and 3 for about 2 seconds. All the indicator lights will turn off (except for the On/Off indicator light).

2. Press simultaneously function push buttons 2 and 3, until the indicator lights of the function push buttons 1, 2 and 3 start flashing.

3. Press the function push button 1, the indicator lights of function push buttons 2 and 3 turn off while the indicator light of the push button 1 goes on flashing, the digital display indicates the current level.

4. To change the level, press push button 1. Each time the push button is pressed the level changes. (For the selection of the new level see the chart).

Examples:

if the current level is 5, by pressing push button 1 once, level 6 is selected. if the current level is 10, by pressing push button 1 once, level 1 is selected.

5. To memorise the operation, switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off push button or wait about 60 seconds after which the dishwasher will automatically return to setting mode.

Filling with salt

Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers. All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water softener. Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes. This will prevent any grains of salt or salty water, which may have been spilt, remaining on the bottom of the machine for any period of time, which may cause corrosion.

To fill:

1. Open the door, remove the lower basket and unscrew the

cap of the salt container by turning it anticlockwise.

2. Pour 1 litre of water inside the container (this is necessary only before filling with salt for the first time).

3. Using the funnel provided,

pour in the salt until the container is full.

4. Replace the cap making sure that there is no trace of salt on the screw thread or on the gasket.

5. Screw on the cap tightly turning it clockwise until it stops with a click.

The salt container will require topping up periodically. The salt indicator light on the control panel will come on

when the salt has finished.

The salt indicator light on the control panel can remain illuminated for 2-6 hours after the salt has been replenished, assuming the dishwasher remains switched on. If you are using salts that take longer to dissolve then this can take longer. The function of the machine is not affected.

Do not worry if water over flows from the unit when filling with salt, this is quite normal.

SR14

SALE

ZOUT

SALT

SALZ

SEL

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Rinse aid

Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying.

The dispenser, which is positioned inside the door, holds about 110 ml of rinse aid, which is sufficient for 16 - 40 dishwashing programmes, depending upon the dosage setting.

Filling with rinse aid

1. Open the container by pressing the release button (A).

2. Add the rinse aid until the container is completely full. The

maximum level for filling is indicated by "max".

Ensure that the lid is closed after every refill. Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with an

absorbent cloth to avoid excess foaming during the next wash.

Only use branded rinse aid for dishwashers. Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with any other substances (e.g. dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid detergent). This would damage the appliance.

Adjusting the dose

According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (position 1 minimum dosage, position 6 maximum dosage).

The dose is factory set in position 4.

Increase the dose if there are drops of water or lime spots on the dishes after washing.

Reduce it if there are sticky whitish streaks on the dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife blades.

Top up the rinse aid when the indicator light on the control panel illuminates.

● If you are using dishwasher detergent that includes the

rinse aid function, it is necessary to deactivate the inflow of rinse aid, in order to avoid a double dosage.

Deactivation/activation of the inflow of rinse aid

(The dishwasher must be switched off)

When the inflow of rinse aid has been deactivated, also the rinse aid indicator light on the control panel is automatically deactivated.

1. Press the On/Off push button. The On/Off indicator

illuminates.

2. Press simultaneously function push buttons 2 and 3, until the indicator lights of the function push buttons 1, 2 and 3 start flashing.

3. Press the function push button 2, the indicator lights of function push buttons 1 and 3 turn off while the indicator light of the function push button 2 goes on flashing, the digital display indicates the current setting.

4. To change the setting, press the function push button 2 again, the digital display indicates the new setting.

5. To memorise the operation, switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off push button or wait about 60 seconds after which the dishwasher will automatically return to setting mode.

Inflow of rinse aid deactivated

Inflow of rinse aid activated (factory setting)

BR07

BR14

BR09

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In daily use

Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes.

The lower basket

The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc.

Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the spray arms can turn freely.

The cutlery basket

Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard. Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket. Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives.

Forks and spoons should be placed in the removable cutlery basket with the handles facing downwards and the knives with their handles facing upwards. If the handles protrude from the bottom of the basket, obstructing the lower spray arm, load the cutlery with the handles facing upwards.

Mix spoons with other cutlery to prevent them from sticking together.

For best results we recommend you to use the cutlery grid provided (if the size and dimensions of the cutlery allow it).

● Check if it’s 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 that can absorb water may not be washed in the dishwasher.

● Before loading the dishes, you should:

- Remove large left-overs.

- Soften remnants of burnt food in pans

● When loading the dishes and cutlery, please note:

- Dishes and cutlery must not impede the rotation of the

spray arms .

- Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans, etc. with

the opening downwards so that water cannot collect in the container or a deep base.

- Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one

another, or cover each other.

- To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch.

- Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.

● Plastic items and pans with teflon have a tendency to

retain water drops; these items will not dry as well as porcelain and steel items.

For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes

are of limited suitability:

- Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it is specifically marked as being dishwasher-safe by the manufacturer.

- Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed frequently

- Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to discolour during washing. Left-overs, e.g. egg white, egg yolk and mustard often cause discolouring and staining on silver. Therefore always clean left-overs from silver immediately, if it is not to be washed straight after use.

- Some types of glass can become dull after a large number of washes

are not suitable:

- Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-of-pearl handles

- Plastic items that are not heat resistant

- Older cutlery with glued parts that is not temperature resistant

- Bonded cutlery items or dishes

- Pewter or copper items

- Lead crystal glass

- Steel items subject to rusting

- Wooden platters

- Items made from synthetic fibres

UI76

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The upper basket

The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses.

Arrange items on and underneath the cup racks so that water can reach all surfaces.

Glasses with long stems can be placed upside down in the cup racks.

For taller items, the cup racks can be folded upwards.

Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they do not move.

Before closing the door, ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely.

Adjusting the height of the upper basket

If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position.

To move to the higher position proceed as follows:

1. Move the front runner stops (A) of the upper basket

outwards and slide the basket out.

2. Refit the basket in the higher position and replace the stops (A) in their original position.

When the basket is in the higher position you will not be able to use the cup rack(s).

After loading your machine always close the door, as an open door can be a hazard.

Use of detergent

Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers.

Using no more then the correct amount of detergent contributes to reducing pollution.

Please observe the manufacturer’s dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging.

Fill with detergent

1. If the lid is closed: press release button (1). The lid springs

open.

2. Fill the detergent dispenser (2) with detergent. The marking indicates the dosing levels: 20 = approximately 20 g of detergent 30 = approximately 30 g of detergent

3. All programmes with prewash need an additional detergent dose (5/10 g) that must be placed in the prewash detergent chamber (3). This detergent will take effect during the prewash phase.

4. Close the lid and press until it locks in place.

With upper basket raised 20 cm 31 cm With upper basket lowered 24 cm 27 cm

Maximum height of the dishes in

upper basket lower basket

US75

US74

DE19

DE22

RC01

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Different kinds of detergent

Detergent tablets

Detergent tablets of different brands dissolve at different speeds. For this reason some detergent tablets cannot dissolve and develop their full cleaning power during short programmes. Therefore please use long programmes when using detergent tablets, to ensure the complete removal of detergent residuals.

Do not place the tablets in the tub or in the cutlery basket as this will result in poorer wash results. The tablets should be placed in the detergent dispenser.

Concentrated detergent

Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents can be split into two basic types:

- conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components.

- low alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes. The use of 50°C washing programmes in conjunction with

concentrated detergents reduces pollution and is good for your dishes; these wash programmes are specially matched to the dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes in the concentrated detergent. For this reason 50°C wash programmes in which concentrated detergents are used can achieve the same results that can otherwise only be achieved using 65°C programmes.

Combi detergents

If you are using dishwasher detergent that includes the rinse aid function, this must be placed in the detergent compartment.

In this case it is necessary to deactivate the inflow of rinse aid, in order to avoid a double dosage (see "Deactivation/activation of the inflow of rinse aid").

Use of "3 in 1" combi detergents

General advice

These products are detergents with integrated and combined detergent/rinse-aid and salt functions.

1. Before using these products you should first check that the water hardness in your supply is compatible with the use of these products as per the detergent manufacturers (on the product packaging).

2. These products should be strictly used according to the detergent manufacturers instructions.

3. If you encounter problems when using 3 in 1 products for the first time then please contact the detergent manufacturers care line (the telephone number is given on the product packaging).

Special advice

When using combination 3 in 1 products select the "3 IN 1" option.

If you decide to turn back to the use of the standard detergent system we advise that you:

● Refill both the salt container and rinse aid dispenser.

● Switch the water hardness setting to the highest possible

position and run from 1 to 3 normal washing programmes without a load.

● Readjust the water hardness setting again according to the

hardness of the water in your area.

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Washing programmes

(1) Testing programme for EN 50242 (see "Hints for Test Centres"). This programme, developed for the use of detergents with

enzymes, allows you to achieve, with reduced consumption of energy the same cleaning results that would otherwise be obtained only with the 65°C programmes and conventional detergents. To compensate the lower temperature, the duration of washing and drying have been extended.

(2) Ideal for washing crockery and cutlery of breakfast and dinner (fresh soil).

This is the perfect daily programme, made to meet the needs of a family of 4 persons who only wish to load breakfast and

dinner crockery and cutlery.

(3) The consumption values are intended as a guide and depends on the pressure and the temperature of the water and also by the

variations of the power supply.

Programme Degree of soil

and

type of load

Heavy soil. Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans

Normal soil. Crockery and cutlery

Fresh soil. Crockery and cutlery

Press the

programme

button

Cycle

description

(3) Consumption values

Hot prewash Main wash up to 70°C 2 warm rinses 1 hot rinse Drying

Main wash up to 60°C 1 hot rinse

Cold prewash Main wash up to 65°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse Drying

Cold prewash Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse Drying

70°

65°

60°

50°

Intensive 70°

(2) Quick 60°

(1)

Bio 50°

Normal 65°C

Programme duration

(in minutes)

Energy

consumption

(in kWh)

Water

consumption

(in litres)

70 - 80 1,5 - 1,7 18 - 20

85 - 95 1,1 - 1,3 15 - 17

25 - 30 0,7 - 0,8 7 - 8

160 - 170 0,75 - 0,8 12 - 13

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Operating sequence

1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms can rotate freely

2. Turn on the water tap

3. Close the dishwasher door

4. Press the On/Off push button

The On/Off indicator light illuminates.

5. Setting and starting the programme

To select a programme, press the push button of the programme you wish to select, the indicator light of the push button illuminates and in the digital display will appear, flashing, the running time of the programme that has been set. The phase indicator lights foreseen for that programme will illuminate.

After about 3 seconds from the last pressure of a push button the programme starts automatically.

In the digital display the running time of the programme is no longer flashing and the indicator lights of the phases will turn off except for the phase underway.

6. To interrupt cancel a washing programme in progress

Interrupt or cancel a washing programme in progress ONLY if it’s absolutely necessary.

Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. Open the door carefully.

To interrupt a washing programme in progress

a) Open the dishwasher door; the programme will stop.

Close the door; the programme will start from the point in which it was interrupted.

b) Press the On/Off push button, in this case all the

indicator lights turn off (except for the On/Off indicator light). Press the On/Off push button again; the programme will start from the point in which it was interrupted.

To cancel a washing programme in progress

To cancel a washing programme you have to reset the dishwasher; press simultaneously the function push buttons 2 and 3 for about 2 seconds, the indicator light of the running programme starts flashing for about 2 seconds. After about 2 seconds all the indicator lights will turn off (except for the On/Off indicator light) indicating that the running programme has been cancelled.

If a new washing programme will be selected, check that there is detergent in the detergent dispenser.

7. Setting the "delay start"

The setting of the delay start occurs before selecting the programme

Press the On/Off push button. Press the delay start push button until the flashing

number of the hours for the delay start will appear in the digital display (from 1h to 19h).

Select a washing programme. In the digital display will appear, for a moment, the running time of the programme and then again appears the selected delay start time.

As soon as the number of hours is displayed without flashing, the countdown for the delay start is active. The countdown will decrease with steps of 1 hour.

The opening of the door during the countdown will not modify the delay start.

Once the delay start has elapsed the programme will start automatically.

To cancel the "delay start" in progress

To cancel a delay start in progress you have to reset the dishwasher; follow the same instructions given in "To cancel a washing programme in progress". Cancelling a delay start involves also the cancelling of the setted washing programme. In this case you have to set the washing programme again.

8. End of the washing programme

The dishwasher will automatically stop. The end of programme (END) indicator light is

illuminated. In the digital display appears 0 (remaining programme

time), only in this case the programme has ended. Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off push

button. Open the door and wait a few minutes before removing the dishes; in this way they will be cooler and the drying will be improved.

9. Unloading the dishwasher

Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. The dishes should therefore be allowed to cool down before removing from the appliance.

Empty the lower basket first and then the upper one; this will avoid water dripping from the upper basket onto the dishes in the lower one.

Water may appear on the sides and the door of the dishwasher as the stainless steel will eventually become cooler than the dishes.

When the washing programme has finished, it is recommended that the dishwasher is unplugged and the water tap turned off.

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"3 IN 1" function

This function can be selected together with all programmes .

Place the "3 in 1" combi detergent tablet in the detergent dispenser.

Press the "On/Off" push button, the On/Off indicator light illuminates.

Press the "3 in 1" function push button, the correspondent indicator light illuminates. Remember that if this function is selected, it will remain active also for the following programmes, until it will be deactivated by pressing the "3 IN 1" function push button (indicator light off).

Select the required washing programme, after about 3 seconds the programme will start automatically.

Once the programme is running, the "3 in 1" function can NO longer be changed. If you want to exclude the "3 in 1" function you have to cancel the programme setting (see "To cancel a washing programme in progress") and then deactivate the "3 in 1" function by pressing the "3 in 1" push button. In this case you have to set a washing programme again.

With the use of "3 in 1" combi detergent tablets, the cycle durations given in the "Washing programmes" chart may change.

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Maintenance and cleaning

Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or

solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc....).

Ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth.

We recommend every 3 months to run a 65°C wash programme without dishes using detergent.

Cleaning the filters

The filters must be checked and cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters will degrade the washing result.

1. Open the door, remove the lower basket.

2. The dishwasher filter system comprises a coarse/fine filter

(A/B), a microfilter (C) and a flat filter (D).

Some dishwasher will only have a coarse filter (A), a microfilter (C) and a flat filter (D).

Unlock the filter system using the handle on the microfilter, and remove.

3. Turn the handle about

/4a turn anticlockwise and remove.

4. Take hold of the coarse/fine filter (A/B) by the handle with

the hole and remove from the microfilter (C).

5. Clean all filters thoroughly under running water.

6. Remove the flat filter (D) from the base of the washing

compartment and clean both faces thoroughly.

7. Put the flat filter (D) back in the base of the washing

compartment.

8. Place the coarse/fine filter (A/B) in the microfilter (C) and

press together.

9. Put the filter combination in place and lock by turning the

handle clockwise to the stop. During this process ensure that the flat filter does not protrude above the base of the washing compartment.

Under no circumstances may the dishwasher be used without filters. Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters will produce poor washing results.

NEVER try to remove the upper spray arm.

If residues of soil have clogged the holes in the upper spray arm, remove them with a toothpick.

Prolonged periods of non-operation

If you are not using the machine for any period of time you are advised to:

1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water.

2. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any

unpleasant smells.

3. Leave the inside of the machine clean.

Frost precautions

Avoid placing the machine in a location where the temperature is below 0°C. If this is unavoidable, empty the machine, close the appliance door, disconnect the water inlet pipe and empty it.

Moving the machine

If you have to move the machine (moving house etc....):

1. Unplug it.

2. Turn the water tap off.

3. Remove the water inlet and discharge hoses.

4. Pull the machine out together with the hoses.

Avoid over tilting the machine during transportation.

MA40

MA32

MA39

MA35

A38

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What to do, when...

Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the instructions given here, without calling out an engineer.

...a flashing fault code appears

The intervention of an alarm is indicated by:

- indicator light of the programme in progress is flashing

- a fault code visible in the digital display.

Open the door and carry out the following suggested corrective actions (see following chart).

Once the checks have been carried out, to continue the programme, close the door and press the push button of the programme that was running before the intervention of the alarm. The programme will continue from the point in which it was interrupted. If the fault code reappears contact your local Service Force Centre.

For other fault codes not described in the above chart will appear, please contact your Service Force Centre.

- Indicator light of the programme in progress is flashing

- in the digital display appears

The machine does not fill with water.

- Indicator light of the programme in progress is flashing

- in the digital display appears

The dishwasher will not drain.

- Indicator light of the programme in progress is flashing

- in the digital display appears

Fault code / malfunction Possible cause Solutions

The water tap is blocked or furred with limescale.

The water tap is turned off. The filter (where present) in the threaded hose

fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked. The water inlet hose has not been correctly laid

or it is bent or squashed.

Clean the water tap.

Turn the water tap on. Clean the filter in the threaded hose

fitting. Check the water inlet hose connection.

The siphon is blocked. Clean out the siphon.

The water drain hose has not been correctly laid or it is bent or squashed.

Check the water drain hose connection.

Protection against flooding is active.

Close the water tap and contact the Service Force Centre.

...there are problems when operating the dishwasher

The programme does not start

There is a whistling noise during washing

Fault Possible cause Solutions

The dishwasher door has not been properly closed.

The main plug is not plugged in. The fuse has blown in the household fuse box.

Close the door.

Insert the mains plug. Replace the fuse.

For dishwasher models with delay start option:

Delay start has been selected.

If dishes are to be washed immediately, cancel the delay start.

Use a different brand of detergent.The whistling is not a cause for concern.

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...the wash results are not satisfactory

The dishes are not clean

● The wrong washing programme has been selected.

● The dishes were arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded.

● The spray arms do not rotate freely due to wrong arrangement of the load.

● The filters in the base of the washing compartment are dirty or incorrectly positioned.

● Too little or no detergent has been used.

● Where there are limescales deposits on the dishes; the salt container is empty or the wrong level of the water softener has been

selected.

● The drain hose connection is not correct.

● The salt container cap is not properly closed.

The dishes are wet and dull

● Rinse aid was not used.

● The rinse aid dispenser is empty.

There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating on glasses and dishes

● Decrease rinse aid dosing.

Water drops have dried onto glasses and dishes

● Increase rinse aid dosing.

● The detergent may be the cause. Contact the detergent manufacturer’s consumer care line.

If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre, quoting the model (Mod.), product number (PNC) and serial number (S.N.). This information can be found on the rating plate located on the side of the dishwasher door (see picture).

So that you always have these numbers at hand, we recommend you to make a note of them here:

Mod. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PNC : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

S.N. :. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service and spare parts

This product should be serviced by an authorised service engineer, and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

RA08

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Hints for test centres

Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Washing programmes" chart).

Test 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 "Washing programmes" chart).

Load: 9 standard place settings Rinse aid setting: position 4 (Type III) Detergent dosage : 5 g + 20 g (Type B)

Arrangement lower basket

Arrangement upper basket

without smaller bowl

and salad-bowl

Arrangement cutlery basket

Arrangement upper basket

with smaller bowl

and salad-bowl

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