Asko D5536XXLFISOF User Manual
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to
come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality, and
high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason
they are greatly appreciated throughout the world.
To get the most out of your new dishwasher, we recommend that you read the
operating instructions before using it. The operating instructions also include
information on how you can help protect the environment.
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Operating Instructions
Dishwasher
ASKO D5536XXLFISOF
Contents
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Front panel
2Front panel
3Important safety instructions
4Before washing for the first time
5Loading the dishwasher
8Using the dishwasher
11Settings
14Care and maintenance instructions
16Troubleshooting
19Technical information
20Service
21Program chart
22Notes
1 On/Left-on mode
2 Program selector
3 Program symbol
4 Display
The panel is fitted with touch buttons with audible feedback (see the chapter Settings).
5 Rinse aid indicator
6 TAB (3-in-1/all-in-one detergent)
7 Salt indicator
8 Child lock (button lock)
9 High temperature
10 Long dry
11 Delayed start
12 Start/Stop
NOTE!
• Two minutes after the last button press, the panel backlight enters energy saving mode. Close and reopen the door, or press the
On/Left-on mode button, to reactivate the panel.
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Important safety instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING!
When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the dishwasher.
• Use the dishwasher only for its intended function.
• Use only detergents or wetting agents recommended for
use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of
children.
• When loading items to be washed:
– locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage
the door seal, and
– load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk
of cut-type injuries.
• Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwash-
er safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked,
check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Do not operate the dishwasher unless all enclosure panels
are properly in place.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of
the dishwasher.
• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in
or on a dishwasher.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced
in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks
or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water
system has not been used for two weeks, before using the
dishwasher turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
flow from each for several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do
not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
• Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.
• Read the grounding instructions in the installation instructions.
• Should a child swallow dishwasher detergent or rinse aid,
give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of
milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting. Seek medical
advice immediately: Call the National Capital Poison Center
at 1-800-222-1222.
• Always close the door and start the dishwasher as soon as
you put in the detergent.
• Always keep small children away from the machine when it is
open. There may be some detergent residue left inside the
machine.
• If dishwasher detergent gets in someone’s eyes, rinse them
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Activate child lock (Kid Safe™)
You can activate the child lock (button lock) to prevent children
from starting the dishwasher (see the section Settings).
Winter storage/Transport
• Store the dishwasher where the temperature remains above
freezing.
• Avoid long transport distances in very cold weather.
• Transport the dishwasher upright or laying on its back.
Overflow guard function
The overflow protection starts pumping out the machine and turns
off the water supply if the water level in the dishwasher exceeds
the normal level. If the overflow protection is triggered, turn off
the water supply and call the Customer Care Center.
Care and maintenance instructions
When cleaning the edge around the door, use only a slightly
damp cloth. Do not spray water around the edge! Moisture can
make its way into the lock, which contains electrical components.
Packing material
Please sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.
General
• Do not run the dishwasher while you are out of the home.
• Do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline, or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
• Disconnect electrical power to dishwasher before servicing.
• Repairs should be done by a qualified technician.
WARNING!
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
Child safety
TIP!
Dishwasher detergents and rinse aids are corrosive, so always
keep them out of reach of children.
Disposal
• When the machine has reached the end of its service life and
is to be disposed of, it should immediately be made unusable.
Pull out the power cable and cut it as short as possible.
• The dishwasher is manufactured and labeled for recycling.
• Contact your municipality for information about where and
how your dishwasher can be recycled correctly.
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Before washing for the
Salt compartment lid
first time
Water supply
The machine can be connected to either a hot (max. 160 °F, 70
°C) or cold water supply. We recommend a cold water supply.
The water pressure should be 4.2-140 psi. See also the section
Economic dishwashing in the chapter Loading the dishwasher.
Program key
Some dishwashers include program keys in different languages.
Attach the program key in the appropriate language to the top
of the door.
The water softener
In order to achieve good dishwashing results, the dishwasher
needs soft water (water with low mineral content). Hard water
leaves a white coating on dishes and the dishwasher.
Water hardness is specified using the following scales: The
German water hardness scale (°dH) and the French water hardness scale (°fH). A water supply with a water hardness in excess
of 6°dH (9°fH) must be softened. This is done automatically with
the aid of the built-in water softener. In order for the softener to
function optimally, it must be adjusted to the hardness of the
water supply.
Contact the local water utility to check the water hardness in your
area. Once you have adjusted the water softener, use detergent
and rinse aid doses suitable for soft water.
Adjusting the water softener
Chapter Settings on page 13 describes how to adjust the water
softener. See also the Chapter Settings. Fill the salt compartment
after adjusting the water softener.
Refill salt indicator
When the salt needs topping up, the above symbol lights on the
display.
When the salt runs out, unscrew the cap and fill the container
with salt. Water is only needed the first time! Wipe clean and
tighten. Run a program to ensure that any salt in the dishwasher
is rinsed away.
NOTE!
After topping up, it may take a while before the symbol goes
out.
Fill with rinse aid
Use rinse aid to improve wash and dry times. Also use rinse aid
to achieve clear and spotless results.
1 Open the rinse aid compartment lid.
2 Carefully top up with rinse aid. Only add rinse aid to the level
marked max.
3 Wipe up any spilled rinse aid around the compartment.
4 Close the lid firmly.
Fill up the salt
Before you begin using a dishwasher with a water softener, you
must fill the salt compartment with salt. Use large grain salt or
special dishwasher salt.
WARNING!
Top up the salt just before running a program. To avoid the risk
of rust stains, the dishwasher must be rinsed immediately after
topping up the salt.
Never pour dishwasher detergent into the salt compartment.
This destroys the water softener!
Do as follows the first time:
1 Unscrew the lid as illustrated.
2 Insert the funnel supplied with the dishwasher in the salt
compartment top-up hole. First, pour in about 0.3 gal (1 l) of
water.
3 Then add salt, a maximum of 3 lb (1.5 kg), until the compart-
ment is full.
4 Wipe up any excess salt so that the lid can be screwed on
firmly.
5 Run a program to ensure that any salt in the dishwasher is
rinsed away.
Refill rinse aid indicator
When the rinse aid needs topping up, the above symbol lights
on the display.
NOTE!
After topping up, it may take a while before the symbol goes
out.
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Loading the dishwasher
Setting the rinse aid dosage
The section Settings describes how to set rinse aid amount. The
rinse aid amount can be set from (Off) to (High dose).
(Factory settings: )
Increase the rinse aid dosage:
• If the dishes have water marks.
Reduce the rinse aid dosage:
• If the dishes have a sticky white/blue film.
• If the dishes are streaked.
• Heavy foaming. If you have very soft water, the rinse aid can
be diluted 50:50 with water.
Economic dishwashing
Run programs only with a full load
Wait until the dishwasher is fully loaded before running a program,
this way you save energy. Use the Rinse & Hold program to rinse
the dishes if there are any unpleasant odors while you wait for
the dishwasher to become fully loaded.
Run programs at a lower temperature
If the dishes are only lightly soiled, you can select a lower temperature with certain programs. See also the section Selecting
Options in the chapter Using the dishwasher.
Select a program with the option Short dry
To save energy, use Short dry. The drying result will be better if,
once the program is finished, you leave the door slightly open.
Do not rinse under running water
Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher.
Choose a green detergent
Read the environmental declaration on the packaging!
Connect to cold water...
If you use oil or electricity to heat your home.
Connect to hot water (max. 160 °F (70 °C))...
If you use district heating, solar power, or geothermal power to
heat your home. Choosing a hot water connection cuts program
times and reduces the dishwasher's electricity consumption.
Fragile dishes
Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several
reasons. Some materials cannot withstand high temperatures,
others can be damaged by dishwasher detergent.
Fragile decoration
Porcelain with decoration on top of the glazing (the items feel
rough) should not be washed in a dishwasher.
Crystal/Glass
Position items so they do not touch during operation. Use a short
program with the lowest possible wash temperature. Select Short
dry. Do not wash fragile items in the dishwasher.
Glass washed at high temperatures can develop a gray film that
cannot be removed. Wash fragile glasses at a low temperature
with a small amount of detergent.
Silver
Silver and stainless steel items should not come into contact, as
the silver can become discolored.
Cutlery with glued handles
Some types of glue are not dishwasher safe. In such cases, the
handles may loosen.
Wood
Wooden items should only be washed in a dishwasher if marked
dishwasher safe.
Aluminum
Aluminum can lose its shine if washed in a dishwasher. However,
good quality aluminum pans can be washed in a dishwasher,
even if some of the shine will be lost.
Plastic items
Avoid washing plastic items that cannot withstand high temperatures.
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Typical load for 10 place settings
Upper basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW-1
Top cutlery tray
The top cutlery tray accommodates cutlery, ladles, whisks, and
other utensils.
Raising the top cutlery tray
1 Remove the top cutlery tray.
2 Pull the two locking handles forward on each side to raise the
top cutlery tray.
Lowering the top cutlery tray
1 Remove the top cutlery tray.
2 Slide the two locking handles down and back to lower the top
cutlery tray.
Upper basket
Lower basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW-1
Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in the upper
basket. Place all soiled surfaces down! Place wine glasses on
the wine shelf. Place knives on the knife stand, if applicable.
The baskets
The dishwasher includes a top cutlery tray, an upper basket, and
a lower basket with a cutlery basket.
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Lower basket
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b
Place plates, side plates, serving dishes, pots, and cutlery (in
the cutlery basket) in the lower basket.
Place pots and pans in the right rear of the lower basket for the
best cleaning results from the two rear spray nozzles (Power
Zone™ Pot & Pans), which are intended for these types of dishes.
WARNING!
Knives and other pointed items must be placed with the points
down in the cutlery basket or horizontally in other baskets.
Fold-down section for small items
The cutlery basket has a fold-down section in the middle for small
items, or small shafts, such as electric whisk attachments.
NOTE!
Check that the spray arms can rotate freely.
Foldable tines
Lower the foldable tines when washing large pots.
Washing large plates
Move adjustable tines and their mounts to widen the distance
between the tine rows to adapt the lower basket to plates with a
diameter greater than 9 3/4" (25 cm).
Cutlery basket
Place cutlery with the handles facing down, except for knives,
and spread them out as much as possible. Ensure that spoons
do not stack inside each other.
The cutlery basket is best placed in the middle at the front of the
lower basket to best utilize dishwashing performance from the
unique spray nozzle (Power Zone™ Cutlery), which is intended
for the cutlery basket.
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Using the dishwasher
Add detergent
1 Prewash detergent compartment
2 Main wash detergent compartment
We recommend that you use only unscented, granular automatic
dishwashing detergent. Using the wrong detergent could cause
flooding and/or damage your dishwasher. Do not use detergent
that has been wet and is clumped. Also, check the expiration
date on the container.
The amount of detergent needed can vary due to differences in
water hardness. To determine the water hardness in your area,
contact your local water utility or area water softening company.
The harder the water, the more detergent you may need. Refer
to the chart below for the recommended detergent amounts
based on water hardness. Remember, you should adjust the
amount of detergent you use by small amounts until you find the
correct amount. Twelve grains and higher is extremely hard water
and detergent alone may not be enough. You may need to use
a water softener to maximize the performance of your dishwasher.
Also, in areas with hard water (9+) you may need to wash at
lower temperatures to prevent hard water deposits from forming
in tank and wash system. In hard water areas, both the dishes
and the machine can develop a white or gray film after a while.
If this happens, run the Normal program with high temperature
and two tablespoons of citric acid or commercially available
dishwasher cleaner in the detergent compartment (with no dishes
in the machine).
NOTE!
We recommend that you do not add prewash detergent for the
program Quick.
NOTE!
If you use a dishwashing detergent with a rinse aid additive,
you should not fill the rinse aid dispenser. This could cause a
film on your dishes.
WARNING!
Children must be supervised – dishwasher detergent is corrosive!
NOTE!
Use only dishwasher detergent! Liquid hand-washing detergent
must not be used as the foam that forms prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
Dishwasher tablets
Halve the tablet if it is difficult to close the dispenser lid. There is
a risk that the detergent will not be released properly if the lid is
tight and cannot open correctly.
NOTE!
Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs
(less than 75 minutes). Use powder or liquid dishwasher detergent instead.
3-in-1/All-in-one detergent
Read through the directions for these products carefully. If anything is unclear, contact the detergent manufacturer.
Chapter Settings describes how to activate TAB (3-in-1/all-in-one
detergent). The salt compartment must be filled with salt. If you
are not satisfied with the washing or drying results, deactivate
the setting TAB (3-in-1/all-in-one detergent) and fill salt, detergent,
and rinse aid. See Chapter Before washing for the first time.
On/Left-on mode
Press and hold the On/Left-on mode button until the display lights
up.
Program selection
Press the Program selector one or more times until the desired
program symbol appears on the display.
Sanitation
A program that is able to deal with most household germs and
particularly dirty dishware. This program uses a high final rinse
temperature for good drying results and to kill germs.
NB: Do not load dishware that cannot withstand high wash or
rinse temperatures.
Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness
Detergent amountsWater hardness
Soft
(0-3 grains per gallon)
Medium
(4-8 grains per gallon)
Hard
(9+ grains*)
*12 grains and higher is extremely hard water.
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Prewash 1 teaspoon
Main wash 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons
Prewash 1 teaspoon
Main wash 1 to 2 tablespoons
Prewash 1 teaspoon
Main wash 2 to 3 tablespoons
This program is recommended for daily, regular, or typical use
to completely wash a full load of normally soiled dishes, such as
plates, serving dishes, cups, and glasses. No options are recommended.
Program for very dirty dishes, such as pans, casserole dishes,
and oven dishes. If these dishes do not completely fill the dishwasher, you can add plates and other dishes that can withstand
a Heavy wash to fill out the load.
Normal
Heavy
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