Aspes LA-36 PN, LJA-0140, LA-36P, LA-36 LX, LJA-0250 User Manual

Installation manual and instructions for use

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TABLE OF CONTENT

ENGLISH

INSTALLATION AND FITTING
USING THE APPLIANCE - A FEW PRACTICAL TIPS
APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
TROUBLESHOOTING

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61
72
74

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

UP TO TWO YEARS

The two-year warranty is different and supplementary and does not affect the consumer’s legal rights. It is
issued specifically for the customer and the appliance to which it refers.

The warranty covers all repairs effected by the official technical assistance service for the term of two years
from the date the appliance is received.

EXCLUSIONS FROM THIS WARRANTY

This warranty does not cover the following faults and the total cost of any corresponding repairs shall be
the responsibility of the user:
a) Faults resulting from negligence or misuse of the appliance by the consumer.
b) Faults resulting from mishaps, acts of God (atmospheric or geological phenomena) and accidents.
c) Faults or damage resulting from an incorrect or illegal installation, or from the use of inappropriate energy

supply.
d) This warranty does not cover the routine maintenance arrangement for the appliance.
e) Appliances used on industrial or commercial premises.
f) Any injuries caused to the user as a consequence of the appliance not working due to breakdown.

VOIDANCE OF WARRANTY

This warranty shall be void and will not apply if the appliance has been modified or repaired by unauthorised
persons or technical services other than the brand name’s official technical assistance service.

VERY IMPORTANT: FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE VALID, THE USER MUST SHOW THE PURCHASE DATE
ON THE OFFICIAL ORIGINAL INVOICE FROM THE SUPPLIER OF THE APPLIANCES TO THE TECHNICAL
SERVICE AUTHORISED BY THE WARRANTOR. WHERE THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED AS PART
OF A NEW BUILDING, SUFFICIENT PROOF MUST BE GIVEN OF THE DATE THE APPLIANCE WAS MADE
AVAILABLE FOR USE.

This warranty shall be valid in the EU only and shall apply exclusively to the appliance to which it refers. It
is issued by Fagor Electrodomésticos, S.Coop. Bº San Andrés nº 18, 20500 Mondragón-Guipúzcoa, Spain.
For countries outside the EU, please check with your distributor.

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DISHWASHER

UNPACKAGING THE DISHWASHER

1

UNPACKAGING

Remove the external pro­tection: plastic film, top
cover, polystyrene base
and corner pieces.

Internal protection: polys­tyrene wedges for holding
the racks firm.

IMPORTANT

The specifications label is on the top edge of the interior of the door. This label must never
be removed, since it provides information about the exact model of the dishwasher, required
power supply, serial number and warranty.

INSTALLATION AND FITTING

INSTALACIÓN Y MONTAJE

CONNECTION TO THE PLUMBING

2

The water connection pi­pe is located on the back
of the dishwasher:

a

Connect the pipe to
the water inlet, tighten
the connection nut
and make sure it is se­curely connected to
the appliance.

a

The hose must run

b

between the wall and
the bottom space at
the back of the dis­hwasher (b1) so that
it is not squashed or
overstretched.

English

b1 b2

There should be a fixed
water outlet drain at a dis­tance of between 40 and
100 cm from the floor.

Make sure that the outlet
pipe is not too rigid, bent
or squashed.

IMPORTANT

It is very important for the bend pipe of the outlet hose is located securely in water outlet
so that it cannot disconnet.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

3

Please refer to the speci­fication label on the top
edge of the door before
making the electrical con­nections. Make sure that
the power voltage con­nected to the plug socket
is as shown on the label.

max.

100 cm

min.

40 cm

If your dishwasher has a
hot water inlet, connect
the pipe to the hot water
tap. In this case, the maxi­mum temperature must
not exceed 60ºC. Bear in
mind that this type of
water supply may affect
the washing and drying
capacity of the appliance.

IMPORTANT

It is very important for the dishwasher to be connected to an earthed plug
socket. The electrical installation, plug, socket, fuses or circuit breaker and
meter must be capable of the maximum power shown on the specifications
label.
If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced exclusively by the
manufacturers, after-sales service (TAS) or authorised personnel.

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LEVELLING AND POSITIONING

4

LEVELLING

The dishwasher must
stand firmly on the floor
and be completely perpen­dicular. It must be levelled
to correct any possible une­venness of the floor.

a

For this, use a spirit
level.

b

First, level the applian­ce from back to front;
then, level it from left
to right. The dishwas­her is level when the
spirit level bubble is
dead centre when pla­ced in any direction.

POSITIONING

If the appliance is to be
positioned under a wor­ktop, top can be removed
or left in position.n;

a

c

b

d

If you wish to remove

c

the top, take out the
counterweight at the

d

back and, on some mo­dels, unfold the sheet
of insulation;

detach the top suppor-

e

ts by pulling them
towards the back.

f

Before siting the dis­hwasher, move it close
to where it is to be si­ted and raise it by tur­ning the back leg until
there is a space of 3
mm between the top
of the appliance and
the base of the wor­ktop.

e

g

g

Some integrated models
include a rod for levelling
the back legs from the front
of the appliance.

f

g

Site the dishwasher and
make sure that the pipes
and cable are in the bo­ttom space at the back of
the dishwasher. Adjust it
up to the worktop until the
top of the appliance is in
contact with the base of
the kitchen worktop..

Fitting a dishwasher
into a row of cup­boards.

When fitting the dishwasher
into a row of kitchen
cupboards with a continuos
plinth:

a

unscrew and remove the
base;

b

loosen and remove su­pport legs;

c

screw the adjustable
legs into the dishwasher.

d

Refit the base to the
cupboards and, if
necessary, make any
haight adjustment to
plinth to the required
height to allow the
dishwasher to fit properly
behind.

English

a

c

b

d

PANELLING and FITTING BUILT-IN DISHWASHERS

5

PANELLING

Simply fit the same de­cor panels or doors as
the kitchen cupboards

to the dishwasher door. Said
panels must be more than
4 mm thick.

a

Remove the frame
around the door by unfas­tening the screws.

b

Cut the panel to size: 597
x 587 mm.

c

Fit the decor panel or
door

d

To fasten the new deco­rative panel in place,
screw the frame back on­to the door.

a

c

b

d

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With some models, the
height to which the door
can be panelled can be
adjusted to the same heig­ht as the kitchen cup­boards.

a

Remove the frame
around the door by
unfastening the
screws.

b

Remove the decor pa­nel from the dishwas­her.

c

Adjust the plate at the
bottom of the dis­hwasher door to the
height of the kitchen
cupboards.

d

Place the decor panel
on the door, mark the
required height and
cut accordingly.

e

Place the decor panel
on the frame and cut
it to the same height
as the decor panel.

f

Place the panel on the
door, hold the frame
in place and mark the
position of the new ho­les on the door. Drill
the holes with a 3.25
mm diameter bit (be
careful not to drill too
deep) and screw the
frame into place.

a

c

e

b

d

f

FITTING BUILT-IN DISHWASHERS

To install an integrated
model dishwasher:

a

If the worktop is made
of wood, place the
plastic protection on
it to prevent steam
damage.

b

Place the front brac­kets on the dishwas­her to fit it to the cup­board.

c

Position the dishwas­her in its space and
adjust the height of
the legs as shown in
the POSITIONING
chapter 4.

d

Using the supplied
brackets, level the
control panel height
with the height of the
kitchen cupboard
drawer.

e

Put the template in
position and mark the
position of the holes.

Drill with a 2.5 mm

f

diameter bit and
screw the supports
(curved side up) to
the door.

g

Take the door door
and fit the supports in
the recesses in the
door. Pull upwards
until it comes into con­tact with the control
panel and ensure that
it is firmly in place.

English

a

c

d

f

b

c

e

g

g

h

IMPORTANT

The maximum and minimum recommended weights for the door cover to be
fitted on the dishwasher are as follows: Maximum: 7.84 kg Minimum: 2.87 kg

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h

Open the dishwasher
door slowly, holding
the cover in position,
and finally fasten it in
place with the screws,
making sure the panel
stays in line with the
door.

i

If the door springs are
not strong enough,
compensate the force
required with the two
additional screws su­pplied in the bag of
accessories.

j

Fit the cupboard base
and saw it down to the
required height.

k

If the worktop is made
of wood, fasten the
dishwasher to it. If the
worktop is made of
granite, fasten the dis­hwasher to the cup­boards at the side.

i j

k

IMPORTANT

If the dishwasher is to be fitted into the kitchen, leave at
least two millimetres' space between the cupboards or
appliances at either side of the dishwasher.

PRE-WASH

6

Once the dishwasher has
been installed correctly,
it should be first used on
prewash programme:

Select programme 1

a

(pre-wash), without
utensils or detergent.

b

Press the On/Off
switch.

This is to check the insta­llation, the connections
and the drain outlet, as
well as to completely
wash the interior before
running a wash pro­gramme

a

3

4

5

ON / OFF

1

2

b

PROGRAMME

DISHWASHER

USING THE APPLIANCE - A FEW PRACTICAL TIPS

1

WATER HARDNESS, SALT, RINSE-AID AND DETERGENT

Adjusting water hardness. Before switching the dishwasher on, check the hardness of
the water in your area. This information is available from your local water board, the town hall,

the technical assistance service or you can use the Aquadur strip supplied in the bag of
accessories.

You may not need to use salt. If this is the case, you can go straight to the section on Rinse-aid.
Water contains lime. The higher the lime content, the harder the water. To prevent lime from

damaging your dishwasher, it has a water softener to eliminate lime from water and clean it ready
for the wash. This softener works with salt.

Controlling the salt level.

Depending on the model, dishwashers will have a manual or electronic salt level control.

ADJUSTING THE
SALT LEVEL

If there is a salt regulator
like the one shown in the
photographs (Mod. A-B)
inside your dishwasher on
the right-hand side, turn it
to the number that
corresponds to the

REGULATOR Model BREGULATOR Model A

hardness of the water in
your area (see table).

To turn it to the correct
position, use a coin (Mod.
A) or a screwdriver (Mod.

French degrees

German degrees

Position of the

salt regulator

HARDNESS

0-13 HF 14-38 HF 39-50 HF 51-63 HF 64-100 HF

0-7 DH 8-21 DH 22-28 DH 29-35 DH 36-56 DH

0

soft

no salt

1

normal

2

medium

hard

very
hard

4

3

B).

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WHERE TO

PUT THE SALT

RESERVOIR A SEL

The first time you fill the
salt container, you must:

a

Pour in the salt but do
not fill the container
to the top.

b

Top it up with water.

c

Stir with a spoon.

d

Close the lid tight and
clean the salt around
the container.

When the salt container
needs filling, you should
always do it before a
wash and not afterwards.

The dishwasher has a salt
container in the bottom of
the tub.

Important: use dishwasher
salt only.

a

b

When do I need to
add salt?

Depending on the model,
a window on the lid of the
salt container or a light
indicator on the front of
the appliance show when
salt is required.

It is recommended that
you replace the used salt
every fortnight rather than
wait for the salt level indi­cator to light up.

dc

WINDOW PILOT LIGHT

IMPORTANT

You should not use salt if your dishwasher does not need it.
In this case, the pilot light will remain on at all times.

The rinse-aid helps
drying and prevents
drops of water from clin­ging to utensils after was­hing. The rinse-aid contai­ner is located on the
inside of the door, next to
the detergent container.

It has a 4-position dispen­ser for adjusting the
amount of rinse-aid to the
water quality (the dispen­ser is set at position 2 at
the factory).

If you notice drops of
water on utensils, increa­se the position of the rin­se-aid dispenser. If the
utensils have white or stic­ky lines, lower the posi­tion.

a

a

Once the level of the
dispenser has been
set, fill the container
to the top, but do not
overfill it. If this oc­curs, clean the spilla­ge with a cloth.

IMPORTANT

A greater amount of rinse-aid does not
necessarily mean better results. In fact,
too much rinse-aid can lead to water
marks.

English

DISPENSER

RINSE-AID CONTAINER

When do I need to
add rinse-aid?

The dishwasher tells you
when you need to add
more rinse-aid.
Depending on the model,
there are two types of
indicator: window or pilot
light.

EMPTY FULL

WINDOW PILOT LIGHT

Transparent window next
to the rinse-aid container
lid. If the bottom of the
window is a light colour,
you need to add rinse­aid. If it is dark, there is
sufficient rinse-aid in the
container.

A pilot light on the front of
the dishwasher indicates
when the rinse-aid contai­ner needs to be topped
up.

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The detergent is
poured into a container
on the inside of the door,
next to the rinse-aid
container.

a

Once the detergent
has been poured in,
close the lid.

b

Some programmes
require extra
detergent, and
should be placed in
the space in the
container lid.

Tablet, powder and liquid
detergent can be used.

The amount of detergent
required is shown in the
table on page 69.

DETERGENT CONTAINER

a

b

ECOLOGICAL WASHING

Using more detergent and rinse-aid than necessary does not improve the results
of your dishwasher and besides leading to higher costs, it has a negative

on the environment.

effect

TABLEWARE AND UTENSILS. TYPES AND POSITIONING

2

Type of dishes

Not all utensils can be
washed in a dishwasher.
Do not attempt to wash
items made of wood or

earthenware or plas­tic that is not heat
resistant.

Stainless steel cut­lery can be washed ea-

sily; however, ensure that

silver cutlery does not

Placing the utensils in
the dishwasher

It is very important to pla­ce the utensils correctly
in the racks to guarantee
a perfect wash.

a

The lower rack is for
dirtier, more resistant
items: pans, oven
dishes and plates.
Make sure there is
sufficient space
between each one for
the jet of water. Pots
must be placed
upside down.

b

If your model has
fold-down racks, you
can use them in
vertical position for
washing plates or in
horizontal position for
large items such as
saucepans.

come into contact as they
may stain.

Items made of alumi-

nium may fade in time.
Patterns on decora-

ted porcelain may

wear off if the quality is

IMPORTANT

Please make sure your utensils are dishwasher-compatible.

FOR 13 PLACE SETTINGS FOR 12 PLACE SETTINGS

EN-50242 EN-50242

a

VERTICAL POSITION

not good. Check with the
manufacturer of China.

Only wash glasses that
are dishwasher­compatible.

Cut glass should not be
washed in dishwasher.

b

HORIZONTAL POSITION

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LOADING PLATES

IMPORTANT

Bowls are placed on the left and plates on the right. Start loading plates from
the outside of the rack to the inside. Plates should not be touching.

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c

Les couverts,
Except for knives,
cutlery should be
placed in the cutlery
rack, with the handles
at the bottom.

d

Place the more
delicate items, such
as cups, glasses,
porcelain or crystal,
and standard-size
plates in the top
rack. Long cutlery
has a special place.
There are also racks
which, when vertical,
are for holding wine
glasses.

When the Half Load
function is selected, the
dishes must be placed in
the upper basket.

c

d

FOR 13 PLACE SETTINGS FOR 12 PLACE SETTINGS

EN-50242 EN-50242

IMPORTANT

Check that once
the dishwasher
has been loaded
the water spray ar­ms spin without hin­drance and that
they do not touch
any dish.

TOP LOAD

Adjusting the racks

The racks can be adjus­ted in accord with the
load.

The top rack can be pla­ced at two different heights
for washing different-sized
plates.

In the upper position, the
top rack holds standard­size plates of up to 19 cm
and the bottom rack holds
plates of up to 31 cm. In
the lower position, the top
rack holds plates of up to
24 cm and the bottom rack
holds plates of up to 26
cm.

a

Top rack model A:

This can be adjusted
without being remo­ved from its rails,
even when loaded
with utensils. To raise
or lower its position,
pull the rack upwards
by the side handles.
Check that both sides
are at the same heig­ht. If not, make them
level.

b

Top rack model B:

Remove the stop that
prevents the rack
wheels from coming
out of the rails. Pull
the rack towards you
and take it out. Posi­tion the rack at the
desired height. Re­place the
original position.

stop in its

English

19

cm.

31

cm.

a

24

cm.

26

cm.

b

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WASH PROGRAMME SELECTION

3

ON / OFF

ON / OFF ON / OFF

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

PROGR

MME DIAL

SALT AND RINSE AID

REFILL INDICATORS

PROGR

MME DIAL

To select the wash programme proceed as follows:

a

Select programme 1
(pre-wash), without
utensils or detergent.

b

Press the On/Off
switch.

a

Additional function
buttons.

Depending on the model
you have chosen, the
dishwasher will have
additional buttons which
are pressed according to
the programme selected.

ADDITIONAL

ON / OFF

BUTTONS

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

1

2

3

4

5

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

b

There are several programme types depending on the model of dishwasher. It is very important
to select the most suitable programme in accordance with how dirty the dishes are and the
amount and type of dishes.

PROGRAMME TABLE- 1 BUTTON MODEL

English

DIAL

POSITION

1

2

3

4

PROGRAM

ME TYPE

Prewash

Intensive

Normal

Normal without prewash

TEMPERATURE

° C

Cold

65

65

65

PROGRAMME TABLE - 2-BUTTON MODEL

DIAL

POSITION

1

2

3*

4

5

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

–

–

–

e

–

PROGRAM

ME TYPE

Prewash

Intensive

Normal

Economy

Quick wash

* Programme 3 is standardised in accordance with EN-50242

TEMPERATURE

Cold

TYPE OF DISHES

For dishes not to be washed

immediately

For very dirty dishes and

For very dirty

dishes and pans

For slightly dirty dishes

° C

For dishes not to be washed

65

For very dirty dishes and

55

55

55

For slightly dirty dishes

For very slightly dirty dishes

pans

TYPE OF DISHES

immediately

pans

For very dirty

dishes and pans

AMOUNT of

DETERGENT (grs.)

No detergent

25 + 15

25 + 15

25

AMOUNT of

DETERGENT (grs.)

No detergent

25 + 15

25 + 5

25

25

PROGRAMME TABLE - 3-BUTTON MODEL

DIAL

POSITION

1

2

3*

4 Economy

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

–

–

–

e

4

5

On dishwashers with no

–

1/2 load

PROGRAM

ME TYPE

Prewash

Intensive

Normal

Delicate

Quick wash

TEMPERATURE

Cold

° C

65

55

55

45

55

TYPE OF DISHES

For dishes not to be washed

immediately

For very dirty dishes and

pans

For very dirty

dishes and pans

For slightly dirty dishes

Special glass

For very slightly dirty dishes

AMOUNT of

DETERGENT (grs.)

No detergent

25 + 15

25 + 5

25 + 5

25

25

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PROGRAMME TABLE - 4-BUTTON MODEL

DIAL

POSITION

1

2

3*

4

4

5

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

–

–

–

e

–

PROGRAM

ME TYPE

Prewash

Intensive

Normal

Economy

Delicate

Quick wash

TEMPERATURE

° C

Cold

65

55

55

45

55

TYPE OF DISHES

For dishes not to be washed

immediately

For very dirty dishes and

pans

For very dirty

dishes and pans

For slightly dirty dishes

Special glass

For very slightly dirty dishes

AMOUNT of

DETERGENT (grs.)

No detergent

* Programme 3 is standardised in accordance with EN-50242

Half load

If your dishwasher has a 1/2 button, you can use the dishwasher when it is only half full
(6 place services). To do this, proceed as follows: 1) select the programme as shown in the
corresponding boxes; 2) press the 1/2 button, and 3) place the dishes in the top basket.
The amount of detergent to be added is 15+5 grs. for the Intensive Programme and 15 grs.
for all other programmes.

PROGRAMME TABLE - 5-BUTTON MODEL

DIAL

POSITION

ADDITIONAL

BUTTONS

PROGRAM

ME TYPE

TEMPERATURE

° C

TYPE OF DISHES

AMOUNT of

DETERGENT (grs.)

25 + 15

25 + 5

25 + 5

25

25

1

–

2

3*

–

e

4

5

–

Prewash

Intensive

Normal

Economy

Delicate

Quick wash

* Programme 3 is standardised in accordance with EN-50242

Cold

65

55

55

45

55

For dishes not to be washed

immediately

For very dirty dishes and

pans

For very dirty

dishes and pans

For slightly dirty dishes

Special glass

For very slightly dirty dishes

No detergent

25 + 15

25 + 5

25 + 54

25

25

WASH PROGRAMME PHASES

4

English

If the dishwasher is functio­ning and...

- You wish to add another
dish.

- You wish to change the
wash programme.

POWER CUTS

5

If a power cut occurs,
when the electricity co­mes back on the washing

BASIC TIPS

6

There a few things you should always bear in mind. If you do, your dishwasher will last longer
and be more efficient.

a

Fill the dishwasher: Try to make the most of your dishwasher’s capacity. This will help
you reduce water and electricity consumption and lead to quieter operation and be more
economical.

b

Position utensils correctly. For best quality washes, the spray arms should be able
to spin freely. Likewise, the utensils should be positioned correctly to ensure that they are
reached by the jet of water.

c

Programme selection. Select the correct wash programme and additional functions as
required.

d

Cleaning. Clean the filters and spray arms every three months. Also check that they are
correctly in place.

1. Press the On / Off
button.

2. Place the dish in the
dishwasher and/or
change the wash
programme.

3. Press the On / Off

.

button

IMPORTANT

Do not open the dishwasher door during the washing process.
This could interfere with the programme phases.

machine will continue to
run from where it left off.

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DISHWASHER

APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

You should perform the
cleaning operations
regularly so that your

dishwasher will last
longer.

You should do the
following every three
months:

1

The filter is made up of two
or three parts (depending
on model type): interior filter,
exterior filter and filter protec­tor. It is located at the bottom
of the dishwasher under the
bottom rack.

a

Take out the bottom rack,
remove the interior filter
by turning it anti­clockwise and pulling it
upwards.

b

Remove the exterior filter.

CLEANING THE WASH FILTER

• Clean the filter.

• Clean the spray arms.

• Clean the inside.

• Clean the outside.
This will make your

dishwasher last
longer.

a

IMPORTANT

If you are planning
to be away for a long
period, leave the dis­hwasher door open
so that the air can
circulate freely inside
the machine.

b

c

C

It is essential that filters are
put back in place correctly.
Make sure the filter protec­tor is in place.
The exterior filter fits into
position.

Put the interior filter in posi­tion and turn it clockwise as
far as it will go.

CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS

2

The third spray arm
(some models), the top
spray arm and the bottom
spray arm must be
cleaned every three
months. Removing the
spray arms:

a

Remove the third
spray arm by pressing
it upwards and
unscrewing it.

b

The top spray arm fits
on the top rack. To
remove it, unscrew it.

c

Remove the bottom
spray arm by
loosening the bottom
nut and then pulling
the arm upwards.

They should be cleaned
under running water
using a non-abrasive
sponge.

a

c

Check that the spray
nozzles are clean. If they
are blocked, they must be
cleared.
Fit the spray arms back
in place

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b

IMPORTANT

Before any cleaning or mainte­nance operations, unplug the
dishwasher from the mains.

3

The dishwasher should
be cleaned every three
months to remove the dirt
lodged in the appliance.

4

Clean the outside with a
cloth and soapy water.
Use non-scratch and non­abrasive products. Dry
with a cloth.

CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE APPLIANCE

CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE APPLIANCE

Instead of detergent, use
appliance cleaner (follow
the manufacturer’s ins­tructions).

IMPORTANT

For safety reasons,
make sure the appliance
is not in operation while
it is being cleaned.

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DISHWASHER

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you find a problem
when using your dishwas­her, you will probably be
able to solve it by consul­ting the following section.

TECHNICAL OR FUNCTIONAL PROBLEMS

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• Why won’t the dishwasher start?

This may be because:
– There is no power.
– It isn’t plugged in correctly.
– The power fuses have blown.
– The dishwasher is not connected to the mains.
– You haven’t pressed the On/Off button (the pilot light for this button must be on continuously).
– The dishwasher door is not closed correctly.
– You have not pressed the Start button.

• The dishwasher starts up but no water comes into the appliance

This may be because:
– There is no water supply.
– The stop tap is off.
The water inlet electrovalve filter is blocked.

• The water does not drain off and stays in the dishwasher

This may be because:
– The drain is blocked or badly fitted.
– The drainage pipe is blocked or kinked.
– The filters are blocked.
– The selected programme has not ended. Wait until it finishes.

If this is not so, please
contact the TECHNI-

CAL ASSISTANCE
SERVICE and be ready

to provide as much infor­mation as possible.

• The low salt level pilot light does not go off

This may be because:
– A low salt level. Add salt and stir with a spoon.
– The water hardness is below 7DH, which means that salt is not necessary. In this case,
the light will always be on.

• Traces of detergent are left in the dispenser or on the door.

This may be because:
– One of the utensils is preventing the dispenser from opening.
– The detergent is past its expiry date or is not appropriate.
– The spray arms rub on a dish.
– The spray arm nozzles are blocked.
– The detergent container was damp when the detergent was added. The container must
be dry.

• Unusual foam appears:

– You have used detergent for washing dishes by hand instead of special detergent for
dishwashers.

• The dishwashers uses a lot of salt.

This may be because:
– The lid to the salt container is not closed correctly.
– The salt consumption level is not at the correct setting.

• The dishwasher makes strange noises.

This may be because:
– The dishwasher was not installed correctly.
– The spray arms rub on a dish.

PROBLEMS WITH THE QUALITY OF THE WASH

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• Remains of dirt or food on the utensils

This may be because:
– The wash filter is dirty, blocked or not correctly in place.
– The spray arm nozzles are dirty or the arms are blocked by a utensil.
– The detergent is inappropriate or there is an insufficient amount.
– The utensils are not positioned correctly. Some utensils are in contact with others.
– There are too many utensils in the racks.
– The wash programme is inappropriate.
– The drain is blocked.
– The food remains on the utensils were too old and dry.

• The utensils come out white

This may be because:
– There was not enough detergent or rinse-aid.
– The salt container lid is not closed correctly.
– The salt container has no water or salt.
– The water softener is not correctly adjusted to the water hardness level.
– You have used a phosphate-free detergent. Try with detergent containing phosphate..

• The utensils do not come out dry

This may be because:
– There is no rinse-aid.
–The rinse-aid control is not set correctly.
– The utensils are positioned incorrectly.
– The utensils have been taken out too soon.
– The wash programme is inappropriate.

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• Glass or crystal comes out with a milky appearance or scratched.

This may be because:
– They are not dishwasher-compatible.
– The detergent is inappropriate.

• Glass or crystal comes out looking opaque

• The glasses and cutlery have a dull appearance and the glasses have a
metallic shine.

•Utensils made of stainless or fine steel come out stained.

– There is not enough rinse-aid.

– Too much rinse-aid.

This may be because:
–They are not dishwasher-compatible.
– The utensils are positioned incorrectly.
– You have used too much detergent.
– The steel is low quality.
– There is too much salt in the wash water. Close the salt container lid correctly.

FURTHER INFORMATION

ECOLOGICAL WASHING

To help preserve the environment, give your used appliance to an official centre for
the collection or recuperation of recyclable material.

Before you get rid of your appliance, disable it by cutting the plug connection cable.

Fagor Electrodomésticos, S. Coop.

Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]

Barrio S. Andrés, 18
20500 MONDRAGÓN (Gipuzkoa)

www.fagor.com
[e-mail]

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