AEG-Electrolux ESF6125X User Manual

USE & CARE MANUAL

ESF 6125

Safety Instructions 3
Disposal 3
Economical and Ecological Dishwashing 3
Description of the appliance 4

Technical specifications 4

The Control Panel 5
Prior to Using for the First Time 6

The water softener 6
Filling with dishwasher salt 7
Rinse aid 7

In Daily Use 8
Loading cutlery and dishes 8
The lower basket 8
The cutlery basket 8
The upper basket 9
Adjusting the height of the upper basket 9
Use of detergent 10

Different Kinds of Detergent 10
Washing Programmes 11
Starting a Washing Programme 12
Maintenance and Cleaning 13

Cleaning the filters 13
Prolonged periods of non-operation 13
Frost precautions 13
Moving the machine 13

Help and Problem Solving Guide 14
Service and spare parts 15

Installation Instructions 16
Fitting a decor panel on the door 16
Water supply connections 16
Water inlet hose with safety valve 16
Water outlet hose connection 17
Electrical connection 17

Building-in 18
Adjusting the height of the dishwasher 18
Fitting the vapour protection 18
Fitting the sealing strips to the sides of the appliance 18
Fixing to the adjacent units 18

Electrolux Warranty 19
Hints for Test Centres 20

Contents

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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.

Safety Warnings

● Dishwasher detergents are very alkaline and extremely

dangerous if swallowed. Be careful to: keep them away
from your eyes and skin, keep children from the dishwasher
when the door is opened, only put detergent in the
dispenser when you are ready to wash. Check that the
detergent receptacle in the dispenser is empty after the
completion of the wash cycle.

● This appliance is not intended for use by young children or

infirm persons unless they have been adequately
supervised by a responsable person to ensure that they can
use the appliance safely.

● Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do

not play with the appliance.

● Ensure the packaging materials for this appliance are kept

away from children so as to prevent the risk of injury or
suffocation.

● 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.

● 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.

● Ensure that the door of the dishwasher is always closed

when it is not being loaded or unloaded. In this way you will
avoid anybody tripping over the open door and hurting
themselves.

● 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

technician, 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 Approved Service 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.

To dispose of the appliance please take it to a recycling centre.

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates
that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office or your household waste
disposal service.

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, dishwasher salt and rinse aid

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

Safety Instructions

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Description of the Appliance

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1. Upper basket stop

2. Water hardness dial

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

Note: Lower basket not illustrated

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.

Dimensions Width 59.6 cm

Height 81.8 - 87.8 cm
Max depth 57.5 cm
Max depth with open door 118.5 cm

Electrical connection:

Voltage 220 - 240 V - 50Hz
Overall power 2200 W
Fuse 10A

Water supply pressure Minimum 50 kPa (0.5 bar)

Maximum 800 kPa (8 bar)

Capacity 12 place settings

Technical specifications

Programme selector dial and On/Off indicator
light:

the selection of a washing programme occurs by
turning the programme selector dial clockwise or anticlockwise,
until the desired washing programme (see "Washing
programmes" chart) corresponds with the programme selection
marker placed on the dial (position On). The On/Off indicator
light illuminates.
The indicator lights of the phases foreseen for the selected
programme start flashing.

To switch off the machine turn the programme selector dial
until the marker on the dial corresponds with the On/Off
indicator light (position Off). The On/Off indicator light turns off.

With the programme selector dial it is also possible to set the
level of the water softener (see specific paragraph).

"Delay start" button: this option allows the start of the

programme to be delayed by 3 hours; the corresponding
indicator light illuminates.

"Start/cancel" button: once a washing programme has

been set, press this button to start the programme.
The start/cancel indicator light (placed above the button)

illuminates.
With this button it is possible to cancel a washing programme

in progress.

Indicator lights: have the following meanings:

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

As the programme starts, the phase indicator lights turn off
except for the indicator light of the phase in progress which will
remain lit with a static light.

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.

The Control Panel

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Programme selector dial

Indicator lights

Door handle

Programme guide

On/Off indicator light

Start/cancel indicator light

Programme selection marker

Start/cancel button

Delay start button

Salt refilling indicator light: illuminates when the

salt has run out.
Rinse aid refilling indicator light: illuminates

when the rinse aid has run out.

Wash: illuminates when the washing and rinsing
phases are running.

Dry: illuminates when the drying phase is running.

End: illuminates when the washing programme

has ended.
It also has added functions of visual signalling as:

- the setting of the water softener,

- intervention of an alarm due to the malfunction of
the machine.

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. No need to set the water softener
in Australia except in hard water areas of South Australia

and Western Australia.

4. Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill
with dishwasher salt. ONLY required in hard water areas.

5. Fill the rinse aid dispenser

Note:

If you want to use the "3 in 1" detergent tablets, read
carefully the informations given in "Different kinds of
detergents".

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 minerals and salts, the harder
your water is.

Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales, ppm (Parts
per Million) and mmol/l (millimol per litre - international unit for
the hardness of water).

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 dial and electronically, using the
programme selector dial and the start/cancel button.

a) Setting manually

1. Open the dishwasher door.

2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher.

3. Turn the water hardness

dial to position 1 or 2 (see
table).

4. Replace the lower

basket.

The dishwasher is factory set
at position 2.

b)Setting electronically

(The dishwasher must be switched off before starting this
process)

The dishwasher is factory set at level 5.

1. Keep the start/cancel button pressed and turn the
programme selector dial clockwise until the programme
selection marker corresponds with the first washing
programme.
The On/Off and start/cancel indicator lights start to flash
indicating that you have activated the water softener setting
function.
At the same time, the End indicator light starts flashing.

The current level is indicated by the number of flashes of
the End indicator light and a pause of about 5 seconds.

Example: 5 flashes, pause, 5 flashes, pause, etc...= level 5

2. To change the level, press the start/cancel button.

Each time this button is pressed the level changes. (For the
selection of the new level, see chart).

Examples:

If current level is 5, by pressing the start/cancel button
once, level 6 is selected.

If current level is 10, by pressing the start/cancel button
once, level 1 is selected.

The End indicator light remains off for about 5 seconds and
then starts flashing indicating the new set made.

3. To memorise the operation, switch off the machine by
returning the programme selector dial to the Off position,
that is the programme selection marker corresponds with
the On/Off indicator light.
Otherwise wait for about 60 seconds, after which the
dishwasher will automatically return to setting mode.

Prior to Using for the First Time

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ppm

mmol/l

manually

electronically

9.0 - 12.5

7.6 - 8.9

6.5 - 7.5

5.1 - 6.4

4.0 - 5.0

3.3 - 3.9

2.6 - 3.2

1.9 - 2.5

0.7 - 1.8
< 0.7

900 - 1250

760 - 899
650 - 759
510 - 649
400 - 509
330 - 399
260 - 329
190 - 259

70 - 189

< 70

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

no

10

9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Water hardness

Adjustment of the water

hardness setting

Number of flashes of the

"End"

indicator light

Use of salt

Filling with dishwasher salt - ONLY
required ih hard water areas

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. Replace the cap tightly
turning it clockwise until it
stops with a click.

The salt container will require topping up periodically. You are
reminded of this by the salt indicator light on the control panel
which comes 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 overflows from the unit when filling with
salt, this is quite normal.

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 between 16 and 40
dishwashing cycles, 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.

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● Check if it’s necessary to refill with dishwasher 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.

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).

In Daily Use

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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. Residues, 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, bone, china or
mother-of-pearl handles

- Plastic items that are not heat resistant

- Older cutlery with glued parts that are not temperature
resistant

- Bonded cutlery items or dishes

- Pewter or copper items

- Lead crystal glass

- Steel items prone to rusting

- Wooden platters

- Items made from synthetic fibres

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.

In case that plates are loaded in the upper
basket:

load them starting from the
rear positions of the
basket; tilting them slightly
forwards and avoiding the
front positions near the
door.

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.

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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

Use of detergent

Only use detergents specifically designed for use in
dishwashers.

Using no more than 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.

Different Kinds of
Detergent

Detergent tablets

Detergent tablets from different manufactures dissolve at
different rates. For this reason, some detergent tablets do not
attain their full cleaning power during short washing
programmes. Therefore please use long washing programmes
when using detergent tablets, to ensure the complete removal
of detergent residuals.

Concentrated detergent

Today’s detergents for dishwashers are almost exclusively low­alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes in tablet
form.

Using 50°C washing programmes in conjunction with these
concentrated detergents reduces pollution and is good for your
dishes, as these washing programmes are specially matched
to the dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes in concentrated
detergents. It is for this reason that using 50°C washing
programmes in conjunction with concentrated detergents can
achieve the same cleaning results that can otherwise only be
achieved using 65°C washing programmes.

Use of "3 in 1" detergent tablets

These products are detergents with a combined cleaning,
rinsing and salt function.

1. Check whether these detergents are suitable for your water
hardness. Follow the manufacturers instructions.

NOTE: the refilling of the salt container and the rinse aid
dispenser are no longer necessary.
In this case the rinse aid indicator light will always remain
illuminated when the machine is switched on.

2. Select the lowest setting for water hardness.

3. Before the start of the washing programme put the "3 in 1"

detergent in the detergent dispenser.

NOTE: If the drying results are not satisfactory we recommend
that you:

1. Fill up the rinse aid dispenser with rinse aid.

2. Set the rinse aid dosage to position 2.

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

● Fill up the dispensers for salt and rinse aid again.

● Adjust the water hardness setting to the highest setting

perform up to 3 normal washing programmes without
loading any dishes.

● Adjust the water hardness setting according to the

hardness of the water in your area.

● Adjust the rinse aid dosage.

NOTE: When using 4 in 1 detergent tablets that integrate

also anti-glass corrosion agent into "3 in 1" formula, please
follow the same instruction as given for "3 in 1" detergents
above.

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Washing Programmes

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(1) Testing programme for AS 2007. This programme is recommended to wash a normally soiled load of 12 place settings.

(2) 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.

Note:
Anti-Bac function gives a greater degree of hygiene to dishes and glasses. In the last rinse the temperature will be held at over

65°C for at least 10/11 minutes.

Position

of the

programme

selector dial

Degree of soil

and

type of load

Heavy soil.
Crockery, cutlery, pots
and pans

Normal soil.
Crockery and cutlery

Programme

Anti-Bac 70°

Normal 65°

Cycle description (2) Consumption values

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

Cold prewash
Main wash up to 65°C
2 warm rinses
1 hot rinse
Drying

Programme

duration

(in minutes)

Energy

consumption

(in kWh)

Water

consumption

(in litres)

120 - 130 1.7 - 1.9 23 - 25

108 - 118 1.7 - 1.8 24 - 26

Normal soil.
Crockery and cutlery

(1)

Normal-Eco 50°

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

100 0,6 16 - 17

Light soil.
Crockery and cutlery

Quick 30

I

60°

Main wash up to 60°C
1 hot rinse

25 - 35 0.7 - 0.8 8

70°

65°

50°

60°

Any.
Partial load (to be
completed later in the
day).

Rinse

1 cold rinse (to avoid
food scraps from
sticking together). This
programme does not
require the use of
detergent.

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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. Setting and starting the programme

Turn the programme selector dial until the marker on the
dial corresponds with the desired programme (see
"Washing programmes" chart).

The On/Off indicator light illuminates.
The indicator lights of the phases foreseen for the

programme start flashing.
Press the start/cancel button, the programme starts

automatically and the start/cancel indicator light
illuminates.

The indicator light of the phase in progress is illuminated.
NOTE: during the running of the programme, it is not

possible to change the selection made by positioning the
programme selector dial in correspondence of another
programme. If you want to change the running washing
programme you must cancel the selection made (see "To
cancel a washing programme in progress").

Set the "delay start" of a programme:

Once the washing programme has been set, press the
"delay start" button.

The corresponding indicator light illuminates.
Press the start/cancel button, the countdown of the delay

start begins automatically.
The indicator lights of the phases turn off.
The opening of the door will not modify or interrupt the

countdown.
Once the delay start has elapsed the washing programme
will start automatically, the delay start indicator light turns
off and the indicator light of the phase in progress
illuminates.

To cancel a delay start in progress

Press the start/cancel button for about 5 seconds, the
indicator lights of start/cancel and delay start buttons
turn off while the indicator lights of the phases start
flashing.

To start the selected washing programme press the

start/cancel button.

NOTE: the washing programme or the countdown of the

delay start will begin only after having pressed the
start/cancel button. Until that moment it is possible to
modify the selection made.

5. To interrupt or 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.

Interrupt a washing programme in progress

Open the dishwasher door; the programme will stop.
Close the door; the programme will start from the point at
which it was interrupted.

Cancel a washing programme in progress

Press the start/cancel button for about 5 seconds.
The start/cancel indicator light turns off and the phase
indicator lights are flashing.
The running programme has been cancelled and it is now
possible to set a new washing programme.

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

6. End of the washing programme

The dishwasher will stop automatically.
The illumination of the End indicator light indicates that the

programme has ended.
Switch off the dishwasher by returning the programme

selector dial to the Off position.
The On/Off indicator light turns off.

Open the dishwasher’s door, leave it ajar and wait a few
minutes before removing the dishes; in this way they will
be cooler and the drying will be improved.

7. 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.

Starting a Washing Programme

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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.

Important! Before cleaning the filters ensure that the
machine is switched off.

1. Open the door, remove the lower basket.

2. The dishwasher filter system comprises a coarse filter (A),

a microfilter (B) and a flat filter (C).
Unlock the filter system using the handle on the microfilter,
and remove.

3. Turn the handle about

1

/4a turn anticlockwise and remove.

4. Take hold of the coarse filter (A) by the handle with
the hole and remove from the microfilter (B).

5. Clean all filters thoroughly under running water.

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

compartment and clean both faces thoroughly.

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

8. Place the coarse filter (A) in the microfilter (B) 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.

Attention!

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 soil residue has clogged
the holes in the upper spray
arm, remove them with a
cocktail stick / 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. Disconnect the water inlet and discharge hoses.

4. Pull the machine out together with the hoses.

Avoid over tilting the machine during transportation.

Maintenance and Cleaning

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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 the need to call out a service technician.

Important: If you call out a service technician to a fault listed below or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation a
charge will be made, even if the appliance is under warranty.

Help and Problem Solving Guide

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...a flashing fault code appears

The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation.
The intervention of an alarm is indicated by:

- continuous flashing of the start/cancel indicator light,

- a combination of flashing and pauses of the End indicator light (as described in the chart).
Open the door and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.

Once these checks have been carried out; close the door and press the start/cancel button. The programme will continue from the
point at which it was interrupted. If the fault code reappears contact your local authorised Service Centre.

For other combinations of fault codes not described in the above chart, please contact your local authorised Service Centre.

- continuous flashing of the
"start/cancel" indicator light

- 1 flash of the "End" indicator
light

The machine does not fill with
water.

- continuous flashing of the
"start/cancel" indicator light

- 2 flashes of the "End" indicator
light

The dishwasher will not drain.

- continuous flashing of the
"start/cancel" indicator light

- 3 flashes of the "End" indicator
light

Fault code / malfunction Possible cause Solutions

The water tap is restricted 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 sink spigot is blocked. Clean out the sink spigot.

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

Check the water drain hose connection.

The anti-flood device is activated.

Close the water tap and contact your
local authorised Service Centre.

...there are problems when operating the dishwasher

The programme does not start

There is a whistling noise during
washing

Malfunction 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.

Delay start has been selected.

Close the door.

Insert the mains plug.
Replace the fuse.

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.

...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 limescale 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 authorisedService 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 authorised
Service Centre.
Always insist on genuine spare parts.

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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.
During all operations that involve accessibility to internal

components the dishwasher has to be unplugged.
When inserting the machine, ensure that the water inlet hose,

the drain hose and the supply cable are not kinked or
squashed.

Fitting a decor panel on the door

The door of this machine has frames for fitting a laminate
decor panel in the colour required to match the dishwasher
with the rest of the kitchen furniture.

Note!

The panel should be fitted before positioning the machine.

The panel must have the following dimensions:
Width: mm 588

Height: mm 586
Thickness: mm 4 max.

To fit the panel:

- Take the door frame off after removing the retaining screws
around the edge.

- Position the panel, refit the frame and tighten the retaining
screws around the edge.

Water supply connections

This dishwasher may be connected to a cold water supply.
For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted to the

machine’s supply hose is designed to screw onto a 3/4" inch
BSP thread.

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.

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 with 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 authorised Service Centre.

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

Installation instructions

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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. 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 syphon 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 manufacturer accepts no liability for failure to
observe the above safety precautions.

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Building-in

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This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen
counter or a worksurface.

It is essential that the recess dimensions indicated in the
illustration are followed.

No further openings for venting of the dishwasher are required,
but only to let the water fill and drain hose and power supply
cable pass through.

The height of the recess where the dishwasher is to be
installed can vary between 820 and 880 mm from the floor
since the dishwasher is fitted with adjustable feet (max. 60
mm).

Leave a space of 2 mm between the top of the dishwasher and
the underside of the kitchen counter.

Adjusting the height of the dishwasher

The dishwasher incorporates adjustable feet to allow the
adjustment of the height.

To adjust the height proceed as follows:

1. Loosen or tighten the two front feet.

2. Loosen and remove the adjustable plinth.

3. Adjust the rear foot by turning the screw in the middle of the

front kick plate to the left or to the right.

Good levelling is essential for correct closure and sealing of
the door. When the appliance is correctly levelled, the door will
not catch on the levelling spacers on either side of the cabinet.

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

If there is a space at the
bottom of the machine,this
can be covered by lowering
the plinth.

Fitting the vapour protection

Screw the vapour protecting
strip onto the front part of the
worktop. Use 4 screws (3.5 x
16 mm) as shown in the
illustration.

Fitting the sealing strips to the sides of
the appliance

To ensure closer contact with
adjacent kitchen units, fit the
plastic sealings strips down
both sides of the front of the
machine before inserting it
into the recess.

Fixing to the adjacent units

Tighten the screws so that the dishwasher cannot tip forward
and cause damage when the door is open and loaded.

Secure the dishwasher by screwing it firmly in position under
the bench or to the cupboard beside it. Use the angular
brackets supplied which are fitted into the slots on the top of
the dishwasher (see fig.).

Tighten the machine in position (upwards or sideways) by
using the screws supplied (3.5 x 16 mm).

The dishwasher must be secured to the underside
of the worktop or to adjacent units by using the
brackets supplied.
Neglect to do this can cause injury or damage.

Under no circumstances may holes be drilled
through the sides of the dishwasher since this
could damage the hydraulic components.

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FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIAAND NEW ZEALAND

APPLIANCE: Dishwasher

This document sets out the terms and conditions of product
warranties for Electrolux branded appliances. It is an important
document. Please keep it with your proof of purchase documents in a
safe place for future reference should you require service for your
Electrolux appliance.

General Terms and Conditions

1. In this warranty

(a) "Electrolux" means Electrolux Home Products Pty Ltd ABN 51 004

762 341 in respect of Appliances purchased in Australia and
Electrolux (NZ) Limited in respect of Appliances purchased in
New Zealand;

(b) "Appliance" means any Electrolux product purchased by you

accompanied by this document;

(c) "Warranty Period" means

(i) where you use the Appliance for personal, domestic or household

purposes in Australia the period of 24 months and in New Zealand
the period of 24 months;

(ii)where you use the Appliance for commercial purposes, in Australia

the period of 0 months and in New Zealand the period of 0
months, (if the period stated is 0 months you are not covered by
this product warranty) following the date of original purchase of
the Appliance;

(d) "you" means the purchaser of the Appliance not having purchased

the appliance for re-sale, and "your" has a corresponding meaning.

2. This warranty only applies to Appliances purchased and used in
Australia or New Zealand and is in addition to (and does not exclude,
restrict, or modify in any way) any non-excludable statutory warranties
in Australia or New Zealand.

3. Electrolux warrants that, when dispatched from an Electrolux warehouse,
the Appliance is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
Warranty Period.

4. During the Warranty Period Electrolux or its Authorised Service Centre
will, at no extra charge if your appliance is readily accessible without
special equipment, and subject to these terms and conditions, repair or
replace any parts which it considers to be defective. You agree that any
replaced Appliances or parts become the property of Electrolux. This
warranty does not apply to light globes, batteries, filters or similar
perishable parts.

5. Parts and Appliances not supplied by Electrolux are not covered by
this warranty.

6. Where you are within an Electrolux service area, this warranty covers
the cost of transport of the Appliance to and from Authorised Service
Centres of Electrolux and travelling costs for representatives of the
Authorised Service Centre to and from your home or business. If you
are outside an Electrolux service area, you will bear these costs. For
information about whether you are within an Electrolux service area,
please phone 13 13 49 in Australia, or 0800 10 66 10 in New Zealand.

7. Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim under this
warranty.

8. You may not make a claim under this warranty unless the defect
claimed is due to faulty or defective parts or workmanship.
Electrolux is not liable in the following situations (which are not
exhaustive):

(a) The Appliance is damaged by:

(i) accident
(ii) misuse or abuse, including failure to properly maintain or service
(iii) normal wear and tear
(iv) power surges, electrical storm damage or incorrect power supply
(v) incomplete or improper installation
(vi) incorrect, improper or inappropriate operation

(vii)insect or vermin infestation.
(b) The Appliance is modified without authority from Electrolux in writing.
(c) The Appliance’s serial number or warranty seal has been removed

or defaced.
(d) The Appliance was serviced or repaired by anyone other than

Electrolux or its Authorised Service Centres.

9. This warranty, the contract to which it relates and the relationship
between you and Electrolux are governed by the law applicable in the
Australian State where the Appliance was purchased or the law
applicable in New Zealand if the Appliance was purchased in New
Zealand. Where the Appliance was purchased in New Zealand for
business purposes the Consumer Guarantee Act does not apply.

Limitation of Liability

10.To the extent permitted by law:

(a) Electrolux excludes all warranties other than as contained in this

document;

(b) Electrolux shall not be liable for any loss or damage whether direct

or indirect or consequential arising from your purchase, use or non­use of the Appliance.

11. Provisions of the Trade Practices Act and State consumer legislation in
Australia, and the Consumer Guarantees Act, the Sale of Goods Act
and the Fair Trading Act in New Zealand, imply warranties or conditions,
or impose obligations, upon Electrolux which cannot be excluded,
restricted or modified. To the extent permitted by law, the liability of
Electrolux (if any) arising out of or in relation to the Appliance or any
services supplied by Electrolux shall be limited (where it is fair and
reasonable to do so):

(a) in the case of Appliances, at its option, to the replacement or repair

of the Appliances or the supply of equivalent products or the
payment of the cost of replacing the Appliances or having the
Appliances repaired or of acquiring equivalent Appliances. Upon
being replaced, parts and Appliances become the property of
Electrolux; or

(b) in the case of services, at its option, to the supply of the services

again or the payment of the cost of having the services re-supplied;

and in the case of Appliances or services supplied in New Zealand, loss or
damage whether direct or indirect or consequential that is reasonably
foreseeable.

Privacy

You acknowledge that in the event that you make a warranty claim it
will be necessary for Electrolux and its Authorised Service Centres to
exchange information in relation to you to enable Electrolux to meet its
obligations under this warranty

Warranty

Important Notice

Before Calling a Service Technician please check carefully the operating instructions, service booklet and the warranty terms and conditions.

FOR SERVICE

OR TO FIND THE ADDRESS OF YOUR

NEAREST STATE SERVICE CENTRE IN

AUSTRALIA

Please call 13 13 49

For the cost of a local call (Australia only)

FOR SPARE PARTS

OR TO FIND THE ADDRESS OF YOUR

NEAREST STATE SPARE PARTS

CENTRE IN AUSTRALIA

Please call 13 13 50

For the cost of a local call (Australia only)

SERVICE AUSTRALIA

ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS

FOR SERVICE

OR TO FIND THE ADDRESS OF YOUR

NEAREST STATE SERVICE CENTRE

IN NEW ZEALAND

Free call 0800 10 66 10

(New Zealand only)

NEW ZEALAND SPARE PARTS CENTRE

AUCKLAND Prime Distributors Ltd. 8 Highbrook Drive, East Tamaki . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]

CHRISTCHURCH Prime Distributors Ltd. Unit 1, 127 Montreal Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]

R. Redpath Ltd. 55 Ferry Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]

DUNEDIN Appliance Parts Company, 590 Hillside Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [phone]

ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS

Testing in accordance with AS 2007 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Washing
programmes" chart).

Tests in accordance with AS 2007 must be carried out when the salt container is emptied and the rinse aid dispenser has been filled
with rinse aid and using the test programme (see "Washing programmes" chart).

Hints for test centres

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Arrangement of the lower basket

Arrangement of the upper basket

Arrangement of the cutlery basket

Cup racks: position A

The Electrolux Group. The World’s No.1 choice.

The Electrolux Group is the world’s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen,
cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as
refrigerators, cookers, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to
a value of approx. 14 billion USD in more than 150 countries around the world.

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