AEG-Electrolux F35085VI User Manual

FAVORIT 35085 VI

Dishwasher

Instruction book

PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION

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Dear customer,

Please read this User Information carefully and keep it to refer to at a
later date.
Pass it on to any subsequent owner of the appliance.

The following symbols are used in the text:

Safety instructions

Warning! Notes that concern your personal safety.
Attention! Notes that show how to avoid damage to the appliance.

Useful tips and hints

Environmental information

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CONTENTS

Operating instructions 4

Safety instructions 4
Disposal 6
Economical and ecological dishwashing 6
Description of the appliance 7
The control panel 8

Audible signals 10

Prior to using for the first time 11

The water softener 11
Filling with dishwasher salt 14
Rinse aid 15

In daily use 17

Loading cutlery and dishes 17
The lower basket 19
The cutlery basket 20
The upper basket 21
Adjusting the height of the upper basket 22
Use of detergent 23
Different kinds of detergent 24

Washing programmes 26
Starting a washing programme 27
Maintenance and cleaning 30

Cleaning the filters 30

Something not working 33

Service and Spare Parts 36
Customer Care Department 37
Guarantee Conditions 38

Technical specifications 40

Installation instructions 41

Building-in 41
Levelling 41
Fixing to the adjacent units 41
Water supply connections 42
Water inlet hose with safety valve 43
Water outlet hose connection 44
Electrical connection 45

Hints for test centres 47

Contents

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Safety instructions

The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to accepted rules of
technology and the Appliance Safety Act. We as manufacturers,
however, see ourselves as being obliged to familiarise you with the
following 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.

If you are unsure about any aspect of the information in this
book, please contact our customer care department on 08705 950
950

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.

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● 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.

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.

● 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 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.

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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 may, for a small contribution to the costs,
dispose it for you.

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, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.

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.

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Description of the appliance

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

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Programme selection/cancel button (RESET): the selection of a

washing programme occurs by the means of this button, press it until
the indicator light corresponding to the desired washing programme
illuminates (see "Washing programmes" chart). The end of programme
indicator light flashes.
Once the washing programme has been set, close the dishwasher’s
door, the programme will start automatically.

With this button it is also possible to:

- cancel a washing programme in progress,

- set the level of the water softener (see specific paragraph),

- deactivate/activate the audible signals.

Delay start button: this option allows the start of the washing pro-

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

On/Off button

Washing programmes

Programme selection/cancel button

Delay start button

The control panel

Indicator lights

Programme indicator lights

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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.

End of programme, illuminates when the washing
programme has ended.

It also has added functions of visual signalling as:

- the setting of the water softener,

- deactivation/activation of the audible signals,

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

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

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

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Audible signals

Audible signals have been introduced to help indicate which
operations the dishwasher is performing.

- end of washing programme,

- malfunction of the machine.

Deactivation/activation of the audible signals

Factory setting: audible signals activated.

1. With the dishwasher switched off, press the On/Off button.
The end of programme indicator light flashes (setting mode).
In case salt and/or rinse aid refilling is necessary the corresponding
indicator lights illuminate.
If one of the washing programme indicator lights is on, this means
that a washing programme has been set.
The setting must be cancelled: press for about 3 seconds the
programme selection/cancel button; the indicator light of the set
programme turns off and the end of programme indicator light
flashes, indicating that the set programme has been cancelled and
that the machine is now in setting mode.

2. Press and keep pressed the programme selection/cancel button
until programme indicator light 1 flashes and programme indicator
light 2 illuminates with a fixed light.
Press the programme selection/cancel button again, programme
indicator light 1 illuminates with a fixed light and programme
indicator light 2 starts flashing.
Wait until programme indicator light 1 turns off, programme
indicator light 2 goes on flashing and the end of programme
indicator light illuminates with a fixed light.
This indicates that you have activated the function for the
deactivation/activation of the audible signals.
The constant illumination of the end of programme indicator light
means that the audible signals are activated.

3. To deactivate the audible signals, press the programme
selection/cancel button again, the end of programme indicator

light turns off indicating that the audible signals are deactivated.

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

To activate again the audible signals simply follow the above
operations until the end of programme indicator light illuminates.

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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

dishwasher salt

5. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.

Note:
If you want to use the "3 in 1" combi detergents, 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, Clarke degrees, French
degrees (°TH) 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 function buttons on the
control panel.

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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.

Adjusting the water

hardness setting

10

9
8
7
6

3

1

no salt

necessary

Manually

Electronically

2

1

Number of flashes of the

“end of programme”

indicator light

2

Water hardness

64 - 88
53 - 63
46 - 52
36 - 45
28 - 35

9,0 - 12,5
7,6 - 8,9
6,5 - 7,5
5,1 - 6,4
4,0 - 5,0

13 - 17 1,9 - 2,5

< 5 < 0,7

5 - 12 0,7 - 1,8

23 - 27
18 - 22

3,3 - 3,9
2,6 - 3,2

5
4

10

9
8
7
6

3

1

2

5
4

Clarke

degrees

91 - 125
76 - 90
65 - 75
51 - 64
40 - 50

19 - 25

< 7

7 - 18

33 - 39
26 - 32

°TH mmol/l

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b) Setting electronically

The dishwasher is factory set at level 5.

1. With the dishwasher switched off, press the On/Off button.

The end of programme indicator light flashes (setting mode).
In case salt and/or rinse aid refilling is necessary the corresponding
indicator lights illuminate.
If one of the washing programme indicator lights is on, this means
that a washing programme has been set.
The setting must be cancelled: press for about 3 seconds the
programme selection/cancel button; the indicator light of the set
programme turns off and the end of programme indicator light
flashes, indicating that the set programme has been cancelled and
that the machine is now in setting mode.

2. Press and keep pressed the programme selection/cancel button

until programme indicator light 1 flashes and programme indicator
light 2 illuminates with a fixed light.
Wait until programme indicator light 2 turns off, programme
indicator light 1 goes on flashing and simultaneously the end of
programme indicator light starts flashing.
This indicates that you have activated the electronic setting
function of the water softener.
The current level is indicated by a sequence of flashes of the end of
programme indicator light, a sequence of intermittent audible
signals and a pause of a few seconds (see chart).

Example: 5 flashes/5 audible signals + pause + 5 flashes/5 audible
signals etc...= level 5

3. To change the level, press the programme selection/cancel button.

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

Examples:
if the current level is 5, by pressing the programme

selection/cancel button once, level 6 is selected.
if the current level is 10, by pressing the programme

selection/cancel button once, level 1 is selected.

The end of programme indicator light remains off for a few
seconds and then starts flashing indicating the new selection is set.

4. To memorise the operation, switch off the machine by pressing the

On/Off button or wait for about 60 seconds, after which the
machine will automatically return to setting mode.

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Filling with dishwasher 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. Replace on 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 over flows from the unit when filling with salt,
this is quite normal.

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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.

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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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In daily use

• 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.

• When loading the dishes and cutlery, please note:

- Remove all left over food and debris.

- 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.

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For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes

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
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

•Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it

is specifically marked as being dishwasher­safe 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 of limited suitability:

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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 two rows of prongs on the lower basket can be easily lowered to
allow you to load pots, pans and bowls.

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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 grids provided (if the size and
dimensions of the cutlery allow it).

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1

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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.

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.

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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. Pull out the basket until it stops.

2. Carefully lift both sides upwards until the mechanism is engaged

and the basket is stable.

Attention!

Never lift or lower the basket on one
side only

When the basket is in the higher
position you will not be able to use
the cup racks.

To lower the basket to the original position proceed as
follows:

1. Pull out the basket until it stops.

2. Carefully lift both sides upwards and then allow the mechanism to

drop back down slowly, keeping hold of it.

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

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

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Use of detergent

Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers.
We recommend the use of Finish detergents.
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.

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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

Modern detergents for dishwashers are almost exclusively low-alkaline
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 dirt­dissolving 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.

RILLIANT

LIQUID GEL

POWDER

EASY

POURING

PACK

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N

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ACTIO

DOUBLE

CONCENTRATED DISHWASHER DETERGENT

BRILLIANT

FOR A

SHINE

RINSE

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Use of "3 in 1" combi detergents

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 detergents 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

1. INTENSIVE CARE 70° programme is foreseen with Care Plus function, which gives

a greater degree of hygiene to dishes and glasses. In the last rinse the temparature
will be held at over 65°C for at least 10/11 minutes.

2. 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.

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

30 MIN

Crockery and
cutlery

Light soil

25

-

35

-

•

-

•

-

0,7

-

0,8

8

INTENSIVE
CARE70°

1

Crockery, cutlery,
pots and pans

Heavy soil

120

-

130

• •

•

2x

• •

1,70

-

1,90

23

-

25

NORMAL 65°

Crockery and
cutlery

Normal soil

108

-

118

• •

•

2x

• •

1,7

-

1,8

24

-

26

ECO 50°

2

Crockery and
cutlery

Normal soil

160

• • • • •

1,05 16

RINSE AND
HOLD

Any

Partial load, to be
completed later in the
day

12

_ _

•

_ _

<0,1 4

Type of

load

Degree of

soil

Consumption

values

3

Cycle

description

Pre-rinse

Main wash

Intermediate

Final rinse

Drying

Duration (minutes)

Energy (kWh)

Water (litres)

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Starting a washing programme

In this fully integrated appliance the controls are located on the top of
the door. When selecting a washing programme, the door needs to be
slightly open.

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

2. Turn on the water tap

3. Setting and starting the washing programme

Press the On/Off button.
The end of programme indicator light flashes.
Press the programme selection/cancel button and select the

desired washing programme. To choose the right washing
programme see "Washing programmes" chart).

Close the dishwasher’s door, the programme will start
automatically.

Setting the "delay start" of a washing programme

Once the setting of the desired washing programme has occurred,
press the delay start button.

The corresponding indicator light turns on.
Close the dishwasher’s door, the countdown for the delay start

begins automatically.
The opening of the door will not modify or interrupt the

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

automatically.
To cancel a "delay start" in progress
Open the dishwasher’s door and press the delay start button, the

corresponding indicator light turns off.
Close the door, the set programme will start automatically.

NOTE: the start of the washing programme or the countdown
of the delay start will occur only after the closure of the door.
Until this moment it is possible to modify the selection made.

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4. 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’s 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

Open the dishwasher’s door. Press the programme
selection/cancel button for about 3 seconds, until the indicator
light of the running programme turns off and the end of
programme indicator light flashes, indicating that the running

programme has been cancelled and that the machine has returned
to setting mode.
It is now possible to select another washing programme.
If a new washing programme is to be selected, check that there is
detergent in the detergent dispenser.

NOTE: only during the drying phase, if the dishwasher’s door

will be opened and remains open for more then 30 seconds,
the running programme will be automatically cancelled and
the machine will return to setting mode.
This will happen, always only during the drying phase, also
when the machine is switched off by pressing the On/Off
button and remains switched off for more then 30 seconds.

5. End of the washing programme

The dishwasher will automatically stop. An audible signal informs
you of the end of the washing programme.

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.

The end of programme indicator light is on.
The indicator light of the programme just ended is on.
Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off button.

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6. 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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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 the use of Finish Dishwasher Cleaner every 3 months
or run a 65°C wash programme without dishes using detergent.

Regular use of Finish Dishwasher Cleaner cleans inaccessible parts,
eliminates unpleasant food odours and helps prevent the build-up of
limescale.

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.

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

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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.

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Something not working

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.

Important: If you call out an engineer 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 in guarantee.

...a fault code appears

The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation and a sequence
of intermittent audible signals are heard.

Open the dishwasher’s door
The intervention of an alarm is indicated by:

- the continuous flashing of the indicator light of the running

programme,

- a combination of flashes and pauses of the end of programme

indicator light and by intermittent audible signals (as described in
the chart).

Open the door and carry out the following suggested corrective
actions .

Fault code / Malfunction

- the continuous flashing of the
indicator light of the running
programme

- 1 intermittent audible signal

- 1 flash of the “end of programme”
indicator light

The machine does not fill with water

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.

Clean out the siphon.The siphon is blocked.

Check the water drain
hose connection.

Clean the water tap.

Turn the water tap on.
Clean the filter in the

threaded hose fitting.

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

Check the water inlet
hose connection.

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

Possible cause Solutions

- the continuous flashing of the
indicator light of the running
programme

- 2 intermittent audible signals

- 2 flashes of the “end of programme”
indicator light

The dishwasher will not drain

Close the water tap
nd contact your local
Service Force Centre.

Protection against flooding is
active.

- the continuous flashing of the
indicator light of the running
programme

- 3 intermittent audible signals

- 3 flashes of the “end of programme”
indicator light

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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 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.

...there are problems when operating the dishwasher

The programme does not
start

Use a different brand of
detergent.

The whistling is not a cause
for concern.

The dishwasher door has not
been properly closed.

Close the door.

The main plug is not plugged
in.

Insert the mains plug.

The fuse has blown in the
household fuse box.

Replace the fuse.

Delay start has been selected. If dishes are to be washed

immediately, cancel the
delay start.

There is a whistling noise
during washing

Fault Possible cause Solutions

Once the checks have been carried out, press the programme
selection/cancel button and close the dishwasher’s door. The

programme will continue from the point at which it was interrupted. If
the fault code reappears contact your local Service Force Centre.

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

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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.

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Service and Spare Parts

In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to
purchase spare parts please contact your local Service Force Centre by
telephoning:

08705 929929

Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force
Centre covering your post code area.

For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further
information about Service Force, please visit the website at

www

.serviceforce.co.uk

Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you read the details
under the heading "Something not working".

When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to give the
following details:

1. Your name, address and post code

2. Your telephone number

3. Clear and concise details of the fault

4. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the

rating plate)

5. The purchase date
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee

documentation is required for in-guarantee service calls.

For Customer Service in The Republic of Ireland please contact us at
the address below:

Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd
Long Mile Road
Dublin 12
Republic of Ireland

Tel: + 353 (0)1 4090751
Email: [e-mail]

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Customer Care Department

For general enquiries concerning your AEG-Electrolux appliance or for
further information on AEG-Electrolux products, please contact our
Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below
or visit our website at:

www

.AEG.co.uk

Customer Care Department

Major Appliances

Electrolux
Addington Way
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU4 9QQ
Tel: [phone] (*)

*

calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes

To buy accessories, consumables and spare parts at our online shop
please visit:
http://www.aeg.co.uk

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Guarantee Conditions

Standard Guarantee Conditions

We, AEG-Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of
purchase this AEG-Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be
defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our
option repair or replace the same FREE OFCHARGE for labour, materials or
carriage on condition that:

● The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity

supply stated on the rating plate.

● The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

● The appliance has not been serviced, maintained repaired, taken apart or

tampered with by any person not authorised by us.

● All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Service

Force Centre.

● Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company’s

property.

● This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits
may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be
charged.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

● Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect,

the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.

● Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly

installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom.

● Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus

those which are subject to rental agreements.

● Products of AEG-Electrolux manufacture which are not marketed by

AEG-Electrolux.

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European Guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee
moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:

● The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.

● The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour

and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of
products.

● This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.

● Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free

Trade Area.

● The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and

is only used domestically, i.e. a normal household.

● The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new

country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care centre, listed
below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the
local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you
and your appliance.

France Senlis [phone]
Germany Nurenberg [phone]
Italy Pordenone [phone]
Sweden Stockholm [phone]
UK Luton [phone]
Ireland Dublin [phone]

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Dimensions:

Electrical connection:

Voltage
Overall power
Fuse

Water supply pressure:

Capacity:

Width 59.6 cm
Height 81.8 - 87.8 cm
Max depth 55.5 cm
Max depth with open door 114 cm

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

Minimum 0,05 MPa (0.5 bar)
Maximum 0,8 MPa (8 bar)

12 place settings

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.

Technical specifications

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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.

Building-in

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

Attention!

Carefully follow the instructions on the enclosed template for
building in the dishwasher and fitting the furniture panel.

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

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

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.

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.

Fixing to the adjacent units

The dishwasher must be secured against tilting.
Therefore make sure that the counter it is fixed under, is suitably

secured to a fixed structure (adjacent kitchen units cabinets, wall).

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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 a 3/4" inch gas thread
spout or to a purpose made quick-coupling tap such as the Press­block.

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 connection hoses which have previously been used for
an old appliance.

This appliance has been fitted with safety features which will prevent
the water used in the appliance from returning back into the drinking
water system. This appliance complies with the applicable plumbing
regulations.

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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 double-walled
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.

- A water 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.

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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 therefore advise you to remove it.

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Electrical connection

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility should this safety

measure not be observed.

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for the
socket, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.

Important

The wires on the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:

Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of
your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the
terminals in your plug.

Proceed as follows:

1. Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the

plug which is marked with the letter "E" or the earth symbol or
coloured green and yellow.

2. Connect the Blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter "N" or coloured black.

3. Connect the Brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter "L" or coloured red.

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The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a 13amp BSI362 fuse.
Only ASTA or BSI fuses should be used.

The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The
cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the
plug.

A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local Service
Force Centre.

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

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

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

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

Warning!
A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety
(shock) hazard. Ensure that it is disposed of safely.

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Hints for test centres

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).

Testing 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:
Rinse aid setting
Detergent dosage:

Position 4 (type III)
5 g + 25 g (type B)

12 standard place settings

Cup racks: position A

Arrangement lower basket

Arrangement cutlery

basket

Arrangement upper basket

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Subject to change without notice

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