Aeg FSB52637P User Manual

FSB52637P

USER MANUAL

EN	User Manual	2
FR	Dishwasher
	Notice d'utilisation	28
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CONTENTS

1.	SAFETY INFORMATION......................................................................................		2
2.	SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................		4
3.	PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...................................................................................		6
4.	CONTROL PANEL................................................................................................		7
5.	PROGRAMME SELECTION.................................................................................		8
6.	BASIC SETTINGS .............................................................................................		10
7.	BEFORE FIRST USE..........................................................................................		14
8.	DAILY USE.........................................................................................................		15
9.	HINTS AND TIPS................................................................................................		17
10.		CARE AND CLEANING....................................................................................	19
11.		TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................	23
12.		TECHNICAL INFORMATION............................................................................	27

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.

When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.

The information can be found on the rating plate.

Warning / Caution-Safety information

General information and tips Environmental information

Subject to change without notice.

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result

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of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

1.1Children and vulnerable people safety

•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

•Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.

•Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.

•Do not let children play with the appliance.

•Keep detergents away from children.

•Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door is open.

•Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

1.2General Safety

•This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

– farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices

and other working environments;

–by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential type environments.

•Do not change the specification of this appliance.

•The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum) must be between 0.5 (0.05) / 8 (0.8) bar (MPa)

•Follow the maximum number of 13 place settings.

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•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

•Put the cutlery in the cutlery basket with the sharp ends pointing down or put them in the cutlery drawer in a horizontal position with the sharp edges down.

•Do not leave the appliance with the open door unattended to avoid stepping accidentally onto it.

•Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

•Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to clean the appliance.

•If the appliance has ventilation openings in the base, they must not be covered e.g. by a carpet.

•The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be reused.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Installation

WARNING!

Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

•Remove all the packaging.

•Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

•Do not use the appliance before installing it in the built-in structure due to safety manner.

•Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.

•Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.

•Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature is less than 0 °C.

•Install the appliance in a safe and suitable place that meets installation requirements.

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2.2 Electrical connection

WARNING!

Risk of fire and electric shock.

•The appliance must be earthed.

•Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.

•Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.

•Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.

•Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the mains cable. Should the mains cable need to

be replaced, this must be carried out by our Authorised Service Centre.

•Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.

•Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

•This appliance is fitted with a 13 A mains plug. If it is necessary to change the mains plug fuse, use only a 13 A ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and Ireland only).

2.3 Water connection

•Do not cause damage to the water hoses.

•Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used for a long time, where repair work has been carried out or new devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let the water flow until it is clean and clear.

•Ensure that there are no visible water leaks during and after the first use of the appliance.

•The water inlet hose has a safety valve and a sheath with an inner mains cable.

WARNING!

Dangerous voltage.

•If the water inlet hose is damaged, immediately close the water tap and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Contact the Authorised Service Centre to replace the water inlet hose.

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2.4Use

•Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.

•Dishwasher detergents are dangerous. Follow the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.

•Do not drink and play with the water in the appliance.

•Do not remove the dishes from the appliance until the programme is complete. Some detergent may remain on the dishes.

•Do not store items or apply pressure on the open door of the appliance.

•The appliance can release hot steam if you open the door while a programme operates.

2.5Internal lighting

WARNING!

Risk of injury.

•Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

•To replace the internal lighting, contact the Authorised Service Centre.

2.6 Service

•To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.

•Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.

•The following spare parts will be available for 7 years after the model has been discontinued: motor, circulation and drain pump, heaters and heating elements, including heat pumps, piping and related equipment

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including hoses, valves, filters and aquastops, structural and interior parts related to door assemblies, printed circuit boards, electronic displays, pressure switches, thermostats and sensors, software and firmware including reset software. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.

•The following spare parts will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued: door hinge

and seals, other seals, spray arms, drain filters, interior racks and plastic peripherals such as baskets and lids.

2.7 Disposal

WARNING!

Risk of injury or suffocation.

•Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.

•Cut off the mains cable and discard it.

•Remove the door catch to prevent children and pets to get closed in the appliance.

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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	Ceiling spray arm		Rinse aid dispenser
	Upper spray arm		Detergent dispenser
	Lower spray arm		Cutlery basket
	Filters		Lower basket
	Rating plate		Upper basket
	Salt container
	Air vent

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3.1 Beam-on-Floor

• The red light flashes when the

The Beam-on-Floor is a light that is

appliance has a malfunction.

The Beam-on-Floor is off

displayed on the floor below the

appliance door.

when the appliance is

• A red light comes on when a

deactivated.

programme starts. It remains on for

the duration of the programme.

• A green light comes on when the

programme is complete.

4. CONTROL PANEL

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3

4

5

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	On/Off button / Reset button		EXTRAS buttons
	Delay Start button		AUTO Sense program button
	Display
	MY TIME selection bar

4.1 Display

4.2 ECOMETER

A

The ECOMETER indicates how the programme selection impacts energy and water consumption. The more bars are on, the lower the consumption is.

	B	C	B	indicates the most
A.	ECOMETER			environmentally friendly programme
				selection for a normally soiled load.
B.	Indicators
C.	Time indicator

4.3 Indicators

Indicator Description

Rinse aid indicator. It is on when the rinse aid dispenser needs refilling.

Refer to "Before first use".

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Indicator Description

Salt indicator. It is on when the salt container needs refilling. Refer to "Be fore first use".

Machine Care indicator. It is on when the appliance needs internal clean ing with the Machine Care programme. Refer to "Care and cleaning".

Drying phase indicator. It is on when a programme with the drying phase is selected. It flashes when the drying phase operates. Refer to "Pro gramme selection".

5. PROGRAMME SELECTION

5.1 MY TIME

Using MY TIME selection bar, you can select a suitable wash cycle based on programme duration, ranging from 30 minutes to four hours.

A

B

C

D

E

A.Quick is the shortest programme (30min) suitable for washing a load with fresh and light soil.

B.1h is a programme suitable for washing a load with fresh and lightly dried-on soil.

C.1h 30min is a programme suitable for washing and drying normally soiled items.

D.2h 40min is a programme suitable for washing and drying heavily soiled items.

E.ECO is the longest programme (4h) offering the most efficient use of energy and water consumption for crockery and cutlery with normal soil. This is the standard programme for test institutes. 1)

5.2 EXTRAS

You can adjust the programme selection to your needs by activating EXTRAS.

ExtraPower

ExtraPower improves the washing results of the selected programme. The option increases the wash temperature and duration.

GlassCare

GlassCare provides special care for a delicate load. The option prevents rapid changes in the wash temperature of the selected programme and reduces it to 45 °C. This protects glassware in particular from damaging.

5.3 AUTO Sense

The AUTO Sense program automatically adjusts the wash cycle to the type of load.

The appliance senses the degree of soil and the amount of dishes in the baskets. It adjusts the temperature and quantity of water as well as the wash duration.

1) This programme is used to assess compliance with the Ecodesign Comission Regulation (EU) 2019/2022.

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5.4 Programmes overview
Pro	Type of load		Degree of		Programme phases		EXTRAS
gramme			soil
Quick	•	Crockery	•	Fresh	•	Wash 50 °C	•	ExtraPower
	•	Cutlery			•	Intermediate rinse	•	GlassCare
					• Final rinse 45 °C
					•	AirDry
1h	•	Crockery	•	Fresh	•	Wash 60 °C	•	ExtraPower
	•	Cutlery	•	Lightly	•	Intermediate rinse	•	GlassCare
				dried-on	•	Final rinse 50 °C
					•	AirDry
1h 30min	•	Crockery	•	Normal	•	Wash 60 °C	•	ExtraPower
	•	Cutlery	•	Lightly	•	Intermediate rinse	•	GlassCare
	•	Pots		dried-on	•	Final rinse 55 °C
	•	Pans			•	Drying
					•	AirDry
2h 40min	•	Crockery	•	Normal to	•	Prewash	•	ExtraPower
	•	Cutlery		heavy	•	Wash 60 °C	•	GlassCare
	•	Pots	•	Dried-on	•	Intermediate rinse
	•	Pans			•	Final rinse 60 °C
					•	Drying
					•	AirDry
ECO	•	Crockery	•	Normal	•	Prewash	•	ExtraPower
	•	Cutlery	•	Lightly	•	Wash 50 °C	•	GlassCare
	•	Pots		dried-on	•	Intermediate rinse
	•	Pans			•	Final rinse 55 °C
					•	Drying
					•	AirDry
AUTO	•	Crockery	The pro		•	Prewash	EXTRAS are not
Sense	•	Cutlery	gramme ad		•	Wash 50 - 60 °C	applicable to this
	•	Pots	justs to all de		•	Intermediate rinse	programme.
	•	Pans	grees of soil.		•	Final rinse 60 °C
					•	Drying
					•	AirDry
Machine	•	No load	The pro		•	Wash 70 °C	EXTRAS are not
Care			gramme		•	Intermediate rinse	applicable to this
			cleans the ap		•	Final rinse	programme.
			pliance interi		•	AirDry
			or.
Consumption values
Programme 1) 2)			Water (l)			Energy (kWh)		Duration (min)
Quick			9.3 - 11.4			0.54 - 0.66		30

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Programme 1) 2)	Water (l)	Energy (kWh)	Duration (min)
1h	10.6 - 12.9	0.80 - 0.93	60
1h 30min	10.4 - 12.7	0.97 - 1.10	90
2h 40min	10.8 - 13.2	0.97 - 1.11	160
ECO	10.5 3) / 10.54)	0.9213) / 0.9364)	2403) / 2404)
AUTO Sense	9.6 - 13.1	0.74 - 1.06	120 - 170
Machine Care	8.9 - 10.9	0.58 - 0.70	60

1) The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options and the quantity of dishes can change the values.

2) The values for programmes other than ECO are indicative only. 3) In accordance with the 1016/2010 regulation.

4) In accordance with the 2019/2022 regulation.

Information for test institutes

To receive the necessary information for conducting performance tests (e.g. according to EN60436), send an email to:

[e-mail]

In your request please include the product number code (PNC) found on the rating plate.

For any other questions regarding your dishwasher please refer to the service book provided with your appliance.

6. BASIC SETTINGS

You can configure the appliance by changing basic settings according to your needs.

Number	Setting	Values	Description1)
1	Water hardness	From level 1L to	Adjust the level of the water softener ac
		level 10L (de	cording to the water hardness in your area.
		fault: 5L)
2	Rinse aid level	From level 0A to	Adjust the level of the rinse aid according
		level 6A (de	to the necessary dosage.
		fault: 4A)
3	End sound	On	Activate or deactivate the acoustic signal
		Off (default)	for the end of a programme.
4	Auto door open	On (default)	Activate or deactivate the AirDry.
		Off
5	Key tones	On (default)	Activate or deactivate the sound of the but
		Off	tons when pressed.

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Number	Setting	Values	Description1)
6	Latest pro	On	Enable or disable the automatic selection
	gramme selec	Off (default)	of the most recently used programme and
	tion		options.

1) For more details, refer to the information provided in this chapter.

You can change the basic settings in setting mode.

When the appliance is in setting mode, the bars of the ECOMETER represent available settings. For each setting, a dedicated bar of the ECOMETER flashes.

The order of the basic settings presented in the table is also the order of the settings on the ECOMETER:

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3

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5

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6.1 The water softener

The water softener removes minerals from the water supply, which would have a negative effect on the washing results and on the appliance.

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

The water softener should be adjusted according to the hardness of the water in your area. Your local water authority can advise you on the hardness of the water in your area. It is important to set the right level of the water softener to assure good washing results.

Water hardness

German de	French de	mmol/l	Clarke de	Water softener lev
grees (°dH)	grees (°fH)		grees	el
47 - 50	84 - 90	8.4 - 9.0	58 - 63	10
43 - 46	76 - 83	7.6 - 8.3	53 - 57	9
37 - 42	65 - 75	6.5 - 7.5	46 - 52	8
29 - 36	51 - 64	5.1 - 6.4	36 - 45	7
23 - 28	40 - 50	4.0 - 5.0	28 - 35	6
19 - 22	33 - 39	3.3 - 3.9	23 - 27	5 1)
15 - 18	26 - 32	2.6 - 3.2	18 - 22	4
11 - 14	19 - 25	1.9 - 2.5	13 - 17	3
4 - 10	7 - 18	0.7 - 1.8	5 - 12	2
<4	<7	<0.7	< 5	1 2)

1)Factory setting.

2)Do not use salt at this level.

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Regardless of the type of detergent used, set the proper water hardness level to keep the salt refill indicator active.

Multi-tabs containing salt are not effective enough to soften hard water.

Regeneration process

For the correct water softener operation, the resin of the softener device needs to be regenerated regularly. This process is automatic and is the part of the normal dishwasher operation.

When the prescribed quantity of water (see values in the table) has been used since the previous regeneration process, a new regeneration process will be initiated between the final rinse and the programme end.

Water softener lev	Amount of water
el	(l)
1	250
2	100
3	62
4	47
5	25
6	17
7	10
8	5
9	3
10	3

In case of the high water softener setting, it may occur also in the middle of the programme, before the rinse (twice during a programme). Regeneration initiation has no impact on the cycle duration, unless it occurs in the middle of a programme or at the end of a programme with a short drying phase. In that cases, the regeneration prolongs the total duration of a programme by additional 5 minutes.

Subsequently, the rinsing of the water softener that lasts 5 minutes may begin in the same cycle or at the beginning of the next programme. This activity increases the total water consumption of a programme by additional 4 litres and the total energy consumption of a programme by additional 2 Wh. The rinsing of the softener ends with a complete drain.

Each performed softener rinse (possible more than one in the same cycle) may prolong the programme duration by another 5 minutes when it occurs at any point at the beginning or in the middle of a programme.

All the consumption values mentioned in this section are determined in accordance with the currently applicable standard in laboratory conditions with water hardness 2.5mmol/L according to the 2019/2022 regulation (water softener: level 3).

The pressure and the temperature of water as well as the variations of the mains supply can change the values.

6.2 The rinse aid level

The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes without streaks and stains. It is automatically released during the hot rinse phase. It is possible to set the released quantity of rinse aid.

When rinse aid chamber is empty, the rinse aid indicator is on notifying to refill rinse aid. If the drying results are satisfactory while using multi-tablets only, it is possible to deactivate the dispenser and the indicator. However, for best drying performance, always use rinse aid and keep the rinse aid indicator active.

To deactivate the rinse aid dispenser and indicator, set the level of rinse aid to 0A.

6.3 End sound

You can activate an acoustic signal that sounds when the programme is completed.

Acoustic signals sound also when a malfunction of the appliance occurs. It is not possible to deactivate these signals.

6.4 AirDry

AirDry improves the drying results. The appliance door opens automatically during the drying phase and remains ajar.

AirDry is automatically activated with all programmes.

CAUTION!

Do not try to close the appliance door within 2 minutes after automatic opening. This can cause damage to the appliance.

CAUTION!

If children have access to the appliance, we advise to deactivate AirDry. The automatic opening of the door may pose a danger.

When AirDry opens the door, Beam-on-Floor might not be completely visible. To see if the programme is complete, look at the control panel.

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6.5 Key tones

The buttons on the control panel make a click sound when you press them. You can deactivate this sound.

6.6 Latest programme selection

You can set the automatic selection of the most recently used programme and options.

The latest programme that was completed before the appliance deactivation is saved. It is then selected automatically after you activate the appliance.

When the latest programme selection is disabled, the default programme is ECO.

6.7 Setting mode

How to navigate in setting mode

You can navigate in setting mode using MY TIME selection bar.

A

B

C

A.Previous button

B.OK button

C.Next button

Use Previous and Next to switch between the basic settings and to change their value.

Use OK to enter the selected setting and to confirm changing its value.

How to enter setting mode

You can enter setting mode before starting a programme. You cannot enter setting mode while the programme is running.

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To enter setting mode, press and hold

simultaneously and for about 3 seconds.

The lights related to the Previous, OK and Next are on.

How to change a setting

Make sure the appliance is in setting mode.

1.Use Previous or Next to select the bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to the desired setting.

•The bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to the chosen setting flashes.

•The display shows the current setting value.

7.BEFORE FIRST USE

1.Make sure that the current level of the water softener agrees with the hardness of the water supply. If not, adjust the level of the water softener.

2.Fill the salt container.

3.Fill the rinse aid dispenser.

4.Open the water tap.

5.Start the programme Quick to remove any residuals from the manufacturing process. Do not use detergent and do not put dishes in the baskets.

After starting the programme, the appliance recharges the resin in the water softener for up to 5 minutes. The washing phase starts only after this procedure is complete. The procedure is repeated periodically.

7.1 The salt container

CAUTION!

Use rough salt designed for dishwashers only. Fine salt increases the risk of corrosion.

The salt is used to recharge the resin in the water softener and to assure good washing results in daily use.

How to fill the salt container

2.Press OK to enter the setting.

•The bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to the chosen setting is on. The other bars are off.

•The current setting value flashes.

3.Press Previous or Next to change the value.

4.Press OK to confirm the setting.

•The new setting is saved.

•The appliance returns to the basic settings list.

5.Press and hold simultaneously

and for about 3 seconds to exit setting mode.

The appliance returns to the programme selection.

The saved settings remain valid until you change them again.

1.Turn the cap of the salt container counterclockwise and remove it.

2.Put 1 litre of water in the salt container (only for the first time).

3.Fill the salt container with dishwasher salt (until it is full).

4.Carefully shake the funnel by its handle to get the last granules inside.

5.Remove the salt around the opening of the salt container.

6.Turn the cap of the salt container clockwise to close the salt container.

CAUTION!

Water and salt can come out of the salt container when you fill it. After you fill the salt container, immediately start the shortest programme to prevent corrosion. Do not put dishes in the baskets.

7.2 How to fill the rinse aid dispenser

A	B
	C

8.DAILY USE

1.Open the water tap.

2.Press and hold until the appliance is activated.

3.Fill the salt container if it is empty.

4.Fill the rinse aid dispenser if it is empty.

5.Load the baskets.

6.Add the detergent.

7.Select and start a programme.

8.Close the water tap when the programme is complete.

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CAUTION!

Only use rinse aid designed specifically for dishwashers.

1.Open the lid (C).

2.Fill the dispenser (B) until the rinse aid reaches the marking ''MAX''.

3.Remove the spilled rinse aid with an absorbent cloth to prevent excessive foam formation.

4.Close the lid. Make sure that the lid locks into position.

Fill the rinse aid dispenser when the indicator (A) is clear.

8.1 Using the detergent

A	B
	C

CAUTION!

Only use detergent specifically designed for dishwashers.

1.Press the release button (A) to open the lid (C).

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2.Put the detergent, in powder or tablets, in the compartment (B).

3.If the programme has a prewash phase, put a small quantity of detergent on the inner part of the appliance door.

4.Close the lid. Make sure that the lid locks into position.

8.2 How to select and start a programme using MY TIME selection bar

1.Slide your finger across MY TIME selection bar to choose a suitable programme.

•The light related to the selected programme is on.

•The ECOMETER indicates the level of energy and water consumption.

•The display shows the programme duration.

2.Activate applicable EXTRAS if desired.

3.Close the appliance door to start the programme.

8.3 How to activate EXTRAS

1.Select a programme using MY TIME selection bar.

2.Press the button dedicated to the option you want to activate.

•The light related to the button is on.

•The display shows the updated programme duration.

•The ECOMETER indicates the updated level of energy and water consumption.

By default, options must be activated every time before you start a programme.

If the latest programme selection is enabled, the saved options are activated automatically along with the programme.

It is not possible to activate or deactivate options while a programme is running.

Not all options are compatible with each other.

Activating options often increases the water and energy consumption as well as the programme duration.

8.4 How to start the AUTO Sense program

1.Press .

•The light related to the button is on.

•The display shows the longest possible program duration.

MY TIME and EXTRAS are not applicable to this program.

2.Close the appliance door to start the program.

The appliance senses the type of load and adjusts a suitable wash cycle. During the cycle, the sensors operate several times and the initial program duration can decrease.

8.5 How to delay the start of a programme

1.Select a programme.

2.Press repeatedly until the display shows the desired delay time (from 1 to 24 hours).

The light related to the button is on.

3.Close the appliance door to start the countdown.

During the countdown, it is not possible to change the delay time and the programme selection.

When the countdown is complete, the programme starts.

8.6 How to cancel the delay start while the countdown operates

Press and hold for about 3 seconds. The appliance returns to the programme selection.

If you cancel the delay start, you have to select the programme again.

8.7 How to cancel a running programme

Press and hold for about 3 seconds. The appliance returns to the programme selection.

Make sure that there is detergent in the detergent dispenser before you start a new programme.

8.8 Opening the door while the appliance operates

Opening the door while a programme is running stops the appliance. It may affect the energy consumption and the programme duration. After closing the door, the appliance continues from the point of interruption.

9. HINTS AND TIPS

9.1 General

Follow the hints below to ensure optimal cleaning and drying results in daily use and to protect the environment.

•Washing dishes in the dishwasher as instructed in the user manual usually consumes less water and energy than washing dishes by hand.

•Load the dishwasher to its full capacity to save water and energy. For best cleaning results, arrange items in the baskets as instructed in the user manual and do not overload the baskets.

•Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand. It increases the water and energy consumption. When needed, select a programme with a prewash phase.

•Remove larger residues of food from the dishes and empty cups and glasses before putting them inside the appliance.

•Soak or slightly scour cookware with firmly cooked-on or baked-on food before washing it in the appliance.

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If the door is opened for more than 30 seconds during the drying phase, the running programme ends. It does not happen if the door is opened by AirDry function.

8.9 The Auto Off function

This function saves energy by switching the appliance off when it is not operating.

The function comes into operation automatically:

•When the programme is completed.

•After 5 minutes if a programme was not started.

8.10 End of the programme

When the programme is complete, the display shows 0:00.

The Auto Off function switches the appliance off automatically.

All buttons are inactive except for the on/off button.

•Make sure that items in the baskets do not touch or cover each other. Only then can the water completely reach and wash the dishes.

•You can use dishwasher detergent, rinse aid and salt separately or you can use the multi-tablets (e.g. ''All in 1''). Follow the instructions on the packaging.

•Select a programme according to the type of load and the degree of soil. ECO offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption.

•To prevent limescale buildup inside the appliance:

–Refill the salt container whenever necessary.

–Use the recommended dosage of the detergent and rinse aid.

–Make sure that the current level of the water softener agrees with the hardness of the water supply.

–Follow the instructions in the chapter "Care and cleaning".

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9.2Using salt, rinse aid and detergent

•Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent designed for dishwasher. Other products can cause damage to the appliance.

•In areas with hard and very hard water, we recommend to use basic dishwasher detergent (powder, gel, tablets containing no additional agents), rinse aid and salt separately for optimal cleaning and drying results.

•Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve with short programmes. To prevent detergent residues on the tableware, we recommend that you use tablets with long programmes.

•Always use the correct quantity of detergent. Insufficient dosage of detergent can result in poor cleaning results and hard-water filming or spotting on the items. Using too much detergent with soft or softened water results in detergent residues on the dishes. Adjust the amount of detergent based on the water hardness. Refer to the instructions on the detergent packaging.

•Always use the correct quantity of rinse aid. Insufficient dosage of rinse aid decreases the drying results. Using too much rinse aid results in bluish layers on the items.

•Make sure that the water softener level is correct. If the level is too high, the increased quantity of salt in the water might result in rust on cutlery.

9.3What to do if you want to stop using multi-tablets

Before you start using separately detergent, salt and rinse aid, complete the following steps:

1.Set the highest level of the water softener.

2.Make sure that the salt and rinse aid containers are full.

3.Start the Quick programme. Do not add detergent and do not put dishes in the baskets.

4.When the programme is completed, adjust the water softener according to the water hardness in your area.

5.Adjust the released quantity of rinse aid.

9.4 Before starting a programme

Before you start the selected programme, make sure that:

•The filters are clean and correctly installed.

•The cap of the salt container is tight.

•The spray arms are not clogged.

•There is enough salt and rinse aid (unless you use multi-tablets).

•The arrangement of the items in the baskets is correct.

•The programme is suitable to the type of load and the degree of soil.

•The correct quantity of detergent is used.

9.5Loading the baskets

•Always use the whole space of the baskets.

•Use the appliance to wash dishwasher-safe items only.

•Do not wash in the appliance items made of wood, horn, aluminium, pewter and copper as they could crack, warp, get discoloured or pitted.

•Do not wash in the appliance items that can absorb water (sponges, household cloths).

•Put hollow items (cups, glasses and pans) with the opening facing downwards.

•Make sure that glass items do not touch each other.

•Put light items in the upper basket. Make sure that the items do not move freely.

•Put cutlery and small items in the cutlery basket.

•Move the upper basket upwards to accommodate large items in the lower basket.

•Make sure that the spray arms can move freely before you start a programme.