Blanco BFDW8 User Manual

BFDW8

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Contents

Please read carefully Precautions when using

Environmental protection Advice, tips and remarks

Please read your dishwasher’s installation and

operating manual carefully so that your machine
will provide full and complete satisfaction. This will
enable you to discover all the advantages of this
machine and put them to best use.

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Page

1 - Description of your dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

2 - What to do before using the machine for the first time . . . .6-9

Step 1: A

djusting the water softener – Measuring the water hardness

6

Setting on the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Filling the regenerating salt reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Step 2:

Rinse aid – Filling – Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Step 3:

Washing products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

3 - Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-12

The lower basket – Cutlery – The upper basket . . . . . . . . . .10-12

4 – Setting the time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Selecting a washing programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

The washing programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 – 15

5 - Options, settings, information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 – 18

Starting the programme immediately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Cancelling a programme - Delaying a programme . . . . . . . .16

Programme end – Extra Drying option Air drying . . . . . . . . .17

6 - The safety systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

7 - Running maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19

Cleaning the waste filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

8 - Protecting the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Recycling the packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Recycling your old dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Washing ecologically and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

9 - Troubleshooting, what to do? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-25

10 - Instructions for laboratory tests . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-28

Blanco Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-31

Dishwasher - Supplementary Warranty . . . . . . . . . . .32

Statement of standard warranty conditions . . . . . . . .33

WARNING

Dishwashing detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be
extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin
and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher when the
door is open.

Check that the detergent container is empty after completion of
the wash cycle.

This appliance is not intended for use by young children or
infirm persons unless they have been adequately supervised by
a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance
safely.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person
in order to avoid a hazard.
We recommend that the Dishwasher is connected to a cold
water supply.

Capacity 12 Place Settings.
Water supply: min 0.1 - max 1MPa (1bar to 10 bars)
If the appliance is installed on a carpet floor, take care that the
openings in its base are not obstructed.

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Description of your Dishwasher

START/CANCEL:
Press this button to
start the
programme.
Hold it down for 2
seconds to cancel
the programme.

DISPLAY:
This shows you
the length of the
programme, the
current time, the
time the pro­gramme finishes
and the water
hardness setting.

SALT LIGHT:
This shows you
that you need to
add regenerating
salt.

RINSE AID LIGHT:
This shows you that
you need to add rinse
aid

DELAYED
PROGRAMME END:
Press this button to
select the time you
wish the
programme to
finish.

PROGRAMME
BUTTONS:
Press one of
these but­tons to
select your
programme.

TIME SETTING:
Hold down the “Soak”
button and press the
“Delayed Programme
End” button to set the
current time.

ON / OFF
Press this button
to switch on
your machine.

Description of your Dishwasher

The above photograph of the machine with the lower basket removed shows
all the main components described in these operating instructions.

Regenerating
salt reservoir

Waste filters

Washing product

container

Rinsing agent

container

Lower sprinkling

arm

Information

plate (After-

Sales service

reference)

Drying valve

(depending on

the model)

Upper basket

Main filter

Your dishwasher is fitted with safety systems to minimise the risk of
flooding:

The ANTI-OVERFLOW SYSTEM. This system automatically activates
the drain pump if the water in the tub reaches an abnormal level.
The ANTI-LEAK SYSTEM. This system cuts off the water supply if a
leak is detected under the machine.

- ANTI-BURSTING HOSE. This reinforced supply hose is fitted with a
mechanism that stops the water supply directly from the tap when
there is a leak.

Rotating nozzle
(depending on
the model)

Anti-blocking size

wire (depending

on the model)

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What to do before using the machine for the first time

See Page 17 : symbol indi­cating the level of regenerat­ing salt:

This illuminates showing salt
needs to be added. After you
have refilled the salt reservoir, the
light may still remain lit until the
salt has dissolved sufficiently,
generally after one cycle (or if the
reservoir has not been completely

filled, for instance when putting
the machine into operating using
the sample.

If the water is especially
soft and does not require
the use of any regenerating

salt, the SALT light remains lit.

What to do before using the machine for the first time

STEP 1: Adjusting the water softener

For impeccable washing and drying results with no streaks.

➀➀

-

Measuring the water hardness

To do this: contact your local water supplier to find out the water

hardness level and adjust on the machine as described below.

The water softener must be adjusted correctly to ensure no streaks
after washing and drying.
Your dishwasher is fitted with a water softening system that operates
using regenerating salt.
You must set the water softener according to the hardness of the water
in your area.

You must fill the salt reservoir with water before using

the machine, even if the water softener setting selected

does not require any regenerating salt.
If you move house and take the dishwasher with you, you will

need to check the water hardness and adjust accordingly.
For good wash results it is very important to set the dishwasher
to the correct level of water hardness and to set the correct

level of rinse aid (see page 8).

Hold down the
“Soak” button

and

press the “Start

”

button:
The water softener’s
setting is then shown
on the display

.

The display shows the water hardness in accordance with the above
table. When first switched on, the display shows (setting for 10 -

25°F).
To change the setting, press the “Soak” button as many times as
required to obtain the water softener setting recommended by the
testing strip.

➁➁

-

Settings on the control panel

Salt

required

Water hardness > 70 °F

0 - 10°F
10 - 18°F
18 - 25°F
25 - 40°F
40 - 55°F
55 - 70°F

NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES

Water softener

setting

Water

hardness

Testing strip

③③

Filling the regenerating salt reservoir

You must fill this with water just
before starting your first wash then
add the salt (if required) :
(Generally not required in Australia.)

Filling with salt is essential to obtain a good
wash with no streaks. The salt regener-

ates the resins, which soften the water by
removing its limestone content unless
the water is already sufficiently soft
(see “Adjusting the water softener”).

Salt reservoir

Should any regenerating salt overflow when filling,
we recommend that you remove the loose salt crystals

to avoid oxidising the tub.

Never put deter­gent in this reser­voir: this will ruin the

water softener.

- Unscrew the salt reservoir’s stopper and
remove it.

- Fill the reservoir with regenerating salt spe­cially designed for dishwashers.

- On the first time, add water until it
reaches the edge of the reservoir.

- Screw the salt reservoir’s stop back in fully.

Do not use kitchen salt.

SALT

WATER

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What to do before using the machine for the first time

For easy loading, the detergent container is located on the front of the
upper basket.
The detergent container is designed to take tablets, powder or liquid
recommended for dishwasher use.

VERY IMPORTANT:

- For good wash results it is recommended to use individual
detergent, salt and rinse aid products.

- However “2 in 1” tablets (detergent and rinse aid) can be
used. You may need to adjust the rinse aid dial according to
the wash results (see page 8).

- Good wash results depend on getting the salt + rinse aid
levels set correctly according to use level of water hardness
(see pages 6-7).

Tablets

Place the tablet in the compartment.
underneath the top basket.

Only use the washing
products specially desi­gned for dishwasher use.

Powder or liquid

Pull the container out to fill it with liquid deter­gent or powder.

Fill it up to the Minimum mark for lightly soiled
items.
Fill it up to the Maximum mark for dirty items.
Close the container.

Keep all these pro­ducts out of children’s
reach and away from

any damp environment.

STEP 3: Washing products

for a clean wash

What to do before using the machine for the first time

STEP 2: Rinse aid

For brilliant and very dry results

See Page 17 : symbol indicating the rinse aid indicator
light:

This illuminates showing “add rinse aid.” Please add rinse aid.

Contents: 120 ml (approx. one glass)

➀➀

Filling

When putting the machine into oper­ation, fill the container level with the
top of the adjustment lever.

Close the container tightly

Opaque: some product remaining
Brilliant: container empty

Indicator:

➁➁

Adjustment (if necessary)

The original setting is in the middle
(Medium position: setting 2).
After a few cycles, if there are streaks or
the drying is poor, you can adjust the set­ting using the adjustment lever:

- Setting 1 to reduce the dose, (soft water)

- Setting 3 to increase the dose

(hard water)

Adjustment lever

Should any rinse aid
overflow when filling, mop up

the excess to avoid foam forming.

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Loading the Dishwasher

Important note:

For safety reasons, we recommend that you arrange any
knives with pointed ends downwards in the cutlery baskets (to
avoid accidents).
Any long-bladed knives and other sharp kitchen utensils should

be placed flat in the “Mezzanine” shelf.

Cutlery

Removable lids are available if you wish
to organise the loading of your cutlery.
For optimum washing and drying, use
these separation lids fully or partially.

- Place your cutlery with the handles at
the bottom.

- Avoid washing cutlery with horn han­dles in your machine.

- Separate silverware from cutlery in
other metals using the separation
grills.

The sliding cutlery baskets

These can be arranged in any position
in the lower basket. You can therefore
arrange different loads according to the
items you wish to wash.

You can place a cutlery basket in the
upper basket.

If your cutlery or your plates are too
large, adjust the height of the upper
basket (it is height-adjustable).

Loading the Dishwasher

The lower basket

Lay the items out so that the water can
circulate freely and spray all the utensils.
Place the plates and the wide pots and
pans at the sides.
Do not intersperse or superimpose plates
and dishes or place them side-by-side.

The fold-down spikes help you to
arrange your large items (depending on
the model).

No items should interfere with the rotation of the
washing arms (pot handles, cutlery, etc.)

Anti-blocking size
wire (depending on
the model)

Unloading the dishwasher

First of all empty the lower basket to avoid any drops of water
falling onto it from the upper basket.

Items unsuitable for dishwasher use :

- Wooden cutting boards

- Oxidisable steel or non heat-resistant plastic utensils

- Pewter or copper items

- Glued items

- Cutlery with wooden, horn or mother-of-pearl handles

- Antique or hand-painted porcelain
When purchasing crockery, glassware, cutlery, etc., ensure that they are

suitable for use in a dishwasher.

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Press the “ON / OFF” button to
switch on the machine.

Refer to the Programmes table on
the following pages to determine
the best programme for the
amount of washing up and how
dirty it is.

The display shows the current time.
Press the button for the programme you desire; the illuminated light
shows the selected programme.

To change your selection, press another programme button.
The display shows the remaining time of the programme selected.
Press “Start” to activate the selected programme.

Setting the Time

Selecting a Washing Programme

Check that your power
cable is connected and

your water tap is open.

Time Setting:

When the machine is
first switched on, the

clock reads
and the colon flash­es. To set the current
time, hold down the “Soak” button and press the “Delayed
Programme End” button to set the hour. Continue to hold down the
“Soak” button for a few seconds and press the “Delayed
Programme End” button again to set the minutes.

Loading the dishwasher

Check that the slides are both at the same height and that the basket is
level.

The upper basket

This basket is designed in particular to
take: glasses, cups, ramekins, small salad
bowls, bowls, saucers, etc.

You can also place cups, ladles, etc. on the
foldaway brackets as well as a cutlery basket.

Arrange stemmed glasses along the wire shelf.

Place glasses, cups and
bowls facing downwards.

The “Mezzanine” wire shelf enables you
to load cutlery of any size. You can place it
either in the upper or lower basket.

①①

②②

Adjusting to the HIGH POSITION

Gently lift the basket until you hear
the first “Click” on both sides.
Do not try to lift higher.

Adjusting to the LOW POSITION

Lift the basket at the back on both sides
(“Click”) and then gently lower it.

Depending on the model: when loading large plates into the lower
basket, you may have to adjust the height of the upper basket. This
can be done even when the basket is full.

To make loading
easier, move the
tray to position

➊

and then return it
to position

➋

.

:

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The Washing Programmes The Washing Programmes

+

=

DelicateSoak

Delicate

Mixed

Fan drying

Small amount of

easy to remove
residue: glass or
fragile porcelain.

Hot rinse

Natural drying

A small amount

of easy to

remove residue,

non-greasy
items: coffee
cups, dessert

bowls or

everyday items.

Hot rinse

Rinse

Rinse

Washing at 45°C

Washing at 40°C

Mixed

Fan drying

Hot rinse

Rinse

Washing at 65°C

Automatically

detects the

amount of

washing up

and the level

of soiling.

Normal amount

of “dried on”

residue:

everyday items.

Faster but

consumes more

energy.

Fan drying

Resistant

A large
amount of
“dried on”

residue, baked

on stains,

grease,

residue from

frying, cooked

cheese, sauce,

etc.

Mixed

Type of items:

-Porcelain, pans,
cutlery, glasses,

etc.

Quantity, type,

amount of food

residue.

Programmes

Programme cycle

Hot rinse

Rinse

Washing at 70°C

pre-wash

Mixed

This very short

cycle enables

you to rinse

your items

while waiting

to wash them

until the fol-

lowing day or

even the day

after.

Cold pre-wash

Intensive Rapid

Fan drying

Hot rinse

Rinse

Washing at 55°C

Automatically

detects the

amount of

washing up

and the level

of soiling.

Normal amount

of “dried-on,”

residue:

everyday items.

pre-wash

Fan drying

Hot rinse

Rinse

Washing at 45°C

Mixed

Recommended

for normal

soiled load. Less

consuming in

energy.

Normal

pre-wash

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Options / Settings / Information

Programme end

At the end of the programme, the display shows
“Stop” until the door is opened.
Once the door has been opened, the display shows
the current time.

Options / Settings / Information

The “Remaining Time” light illuminates
and the display shows you the approximate
time to the end of the programme.

Delayed programme finishing time: (the pro-

gramme will finish at the time displayed)

Current time:

(displayed if no programme running)

Delaying the start of the programme

Press the “Delayed Programme End” until
you reach the desired programme finishing
time. The colon flashes.
Press “Start” to confirm your choice of pro­gramme.
The display shows (animated) until
the start of the programme. If you press
“Delayed programme end”, the display
shows the programme’s “finishing Time”
The “Finishing Time” light is permanently lit.

Starting the programme immediately

Select your programme and press “Start”
button briefly. The programme starts and
the display shows you the approximate time
to the end of the programme.

Cancelling a programme

Hold down the “Start / Cancel” button for
two seconds. The current programme is
interrupted. The display shows the current
time and the “current time” light illuminates.
You can then select another programme.

Air drying

The ventilation system is re-activated for 5 minutes every hour until the
door is opened.

Advantages: Y our w ashing up and the tub are perfectly dry.
Do not place anything in front of the door (bags, tea towels,
etc.), which may block the ventilation grill.

Your machine is pre-set at the factory to run the ventilation

system for a maximum of 5 hours.

Keypad locking:
While the programme is running, the system automatically
protects the keypad from being used. The keypad unlocks
automatically when the programme finishes or if the
programme is cancelled

.

Level:

The light illuminates when the
reservoir is empty.

Door poorly closed:

The light for the selected

programme flashes.

Regenerating Salt

Rinse aid

The safety systems

Filter cleaning warning:

Approximately once a month, your machine will advise
you to service the filters (see the following page).

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Running Maintenance

Regularly clean (if required):

All around the door and the door
seal with a damp sponge to
remove any deposits.

Every year

To ensure your machine’s long­term operation, clean it once or
twice a year by running an
Intensive programme with the
machine empty, using a commer­cially available special dishwasher
cleaning product.

Prolonged stoppage

Clean your dishwasher completely,
then disconnect the power supply
and close the water tap.
Keep your machine away from the
risk of frost.

Only use soap and

water on the casing

and the control panel.

Do not use abrasive powders,
metal sponges, alcohol-based
products or thinners.
Use a soft cloth or a sponge.

If you are moving, to

avoid any water lea-

king, first of all run a soak pro-

gramme.

Running Maintenance

Cleaning the waste filters
The filtration system consists
of several components:
A – The two-part waste filter
B – The main filter
C – The micro-filter

The filters are located in the mid­dle of the tub and must be
cleaned regularly to ensure opti-

mum washing results.

A

A - Two-part waste filters.

➀➀

Before removing the filters, remove any
waste from the main filter with a spon­ge to avoid the waste blocking the
sprinkling arms.

➁➁

Unscrew the waste filter a quarter turn
and remove it.

③③

Remove the main filter

④④

Remove the micro-filter.

Important: Do not
forget to lock the

waste filter by turning it a

quarter turn.

B

C

⑤⑤

Carefully clean all the filters
under running water.

To re-inset the filters

Follow the above instructions in
reverse.

C

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Troubleshooting, what to do?

When first using the machine

Possible causes What to do

Protecting the Environment

Recycling the packaging

Recovering and reprocessing
packaging material saves on
material and reduces the amount
of waste.
Take your packaging to the near­est recycling centre. Contact your
town’s local authorities for
details of its location.

Recycling your old

dishwasher

If you wish to dispose of your old
dishwasher, make it completely
unusable. Break the door lock so
that it cannot close (children can
become locked in when playing
inside the machine – risk of suffo­cation).
Remove the electrical plug and
cut off the power cable.
Take your unusable machine to
the nearest recycling centre.
Contact your town’s local authori­ties for details of its location.

Warning: Keep all the

packaging materials out of
the reach of children (e.g. plastic
bags, polystyrene, etc.): these can
be dangerous for children: risk of

suffocation).

Washing economically
and ecologically

DO not wash the items first by
hand (unnecessary waste of
water). Use your dishwasher’s
capacity to the full. You will then
wash economically and ecological­ly.
Always select a washing pro­gramme suitable for the type of
items and how dirty they are.
Do not overdose with detergent,

regenerating salt or rinse aid fluid.
Follow the recommendations in
these instructions (Pages 6-7-8)
and the manufacturer’s instruc­tions on the pack.
Ensure that the water softener is
set correctly (see Page 6).

If you are in any doubt about the operation of your machine, before calling a
service agent, check the following points (depending on the symptoms noticed).

- Adjust the adjustable
feet

- Adjust the rear feet

- Take off the door seal
all around the door.

- Check that the seal is pre-

sent and re-tighten the nut

- Close the water tap and
call

a service agent

.

- Recentre the door by
adjusting the rear feet.

- Contact the installer.

- Pull the machine out
10cm and tighten the 2
tensioning screws.

- Contact the installer.

- Pull the machine out
10cm and tighten the 2
tensioning screws.

- Fit a wooden panel to the

door (a chipboard panel is
OK if on a temporary basis)
and adjust the springs.

- Contact the installer.

- Move the basket gradu­ally on one side and
then the other (until
you hear a “Click”) = ->
see the Operating Instructions.

- Use these programmes
preferably at night
when the length and
the finishing time are
not important.

- The machine is wobbly,
not level

- The door is not correct­ly centred on the tub

-

The seal’s lip has been
flattened during storage.

- Leak at the tap

- Leak in the machine

- The machine or the
door is not correctly
centred on the tub

- The door springs are
not tensioned enough
to compensate for the
weight of the basket.

- The door springs are
over-tensioned.

- No wooden panel

- Poor handling (the bas­ket has been pulled
upwards too quickly).

- The energy-saving pro-

grammes take longer
because they compensate
for the lower washing and
drying temperatures by
longer agitation and drying.

Small door leak

Small leak around or
under the machine (move
the machine to locate the
leak better)

The door “catches” when
you close it

The door falls down
heavily when you open it
(integratable models)

The door is not level
when open or goes back
up too quickly (integrat­able machine)

The upper basket will not
stay in the high position

The cycle takes too long.

Programming, display anomalies

Possible causes What to do

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-

Remove the filters and
clean them and the drain
hole. Remove any large
amounts of residue from
the plates before placing
them in the dishwasher.

- A normal but infrequent
occurrence only when
drying starts (connec­ted with the temperatu­re of the room,
draughts, etc.).

- Arrange the items cor­rectly; use the most sui­table areas and acces­sories for each type of
item (see Operating
Instructions).

- Check that the agitator
rotates freely (sizing
wire), set the basket to
the High position if nec­essary.

- Check the seating and
the tightness of the fil­ter (screw it in fully to
the right).

- Remove and clean all the
filters (with warm water),
including the sieve.

-

Increase the amount of
detergent; try another
detergent.

- Select a programme
with a higher tempera­ture.

A lot of residue left on
the main filter at the end
of the cycle.

Steam appears approx.
20 minutes before the
end of the cycle (model
with ventilated drying).

Traces of food, deposits,
“grains of sand” in the
glasses.

Greasy marks.

- The drain hole and the
filters are blocked by
too much residue.

- The steam from drying
is in contact with a flow
of cold air.

- The washing up has
been badly arranged
(items masked by
another, larger item or
placed under it, items
side by side or nesting
together).

- The upper agitator is
blocked by cutlery,
plates, etc.)

- The filter is not screwed
in tightly and is lifting
during washing

- The micro-filter’s sieve
is clogged.

- Too little detergent,
poor detergent, stale
detergent.

- Unsuitable programme
(temperature too low,
not long enough).

Troubleshooting, what to do?

Poor operation Possible causes What to do

Poor washing results

Possible causes

What to do

- Wrongly programmed.

- No salt or too little salt
in the reservoir to trig­ger the float.

- Insufficient amperage to
supply all the equip­ment being used at the
same time.

- Internal fault in the
machine

- No power supply to the
socket

- The tap is closed

- The water supply hose
is kinked

- Programme selection
error and programme
blocked

- “Start” button held down
too long (> 2 seconds)

- Safety system (anti-leak)

- Protective cover on the
sink’s U bend not removed

- Drainage hose kinked

- Drain filter totally
blocked

- Pump blocked.

- Cancel the current pro­gramme by holding
down the “Start” button
for 2 seconds and then
reprogramme.

-

Fill the reservoir and
wait until the cycle
ends. If the water is
soft enough not to
require salt, the Salt
light is permanently lit.

- Check the plug’s ampe­rage (10A minimum)
and the meter’s capacity

- Call a service agent.

- Check the socket and
the fuse

- Check that the tap is
open

- Check that the hose
runs correctly behind
the machine

- Cancel by pressing
“Start” for 2 seconds
and reprogramme

- Press “Start” only briefly
to start the programme

- Call a service agent.

- Remove the protective
cover

- Check the hose runs cor­rectly behind the machine

- Remove the filters and
clean.

Also clean the

drain hole.

- Start a soak programme.
If the fault persists,

call

a service agent.

The lights light up one
after another

The Salt light does not go
out

The machine cuts off

The machine will not
start

The machine does not
drain.

Troubleshooting, what to do?

Programming, display anomalies

Possible causes What to do

Poor operation Possible causes What to do

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Traces of rust on stainless
steel

A lot of drops on the
glasses

Drops on plastic glasses,
Tefal coatings, etc.

Drying not as good in
rapid programmes.

Condensation on the
walls of the inner door or
the tub.

- The quality of the stain­less steel (in knives in
particular) is unsuitable
for washing in a machine.

- Insufficient or no rinse

aid.

- The dose has not been

distributed.

- Position of the items.

- These insulating items

have a low calorific
mass.

-

In the rapid pro­grammes, the drying
temperature and the
drying time are reduced
to restrict the length of
the cycle to a minimum
level.

-

Condensation may form
on the walls, particular­ly after cooling down
(sound insulation
increases its occurren­ce).

- Use special “dishwa­sher-safe” cutlery

- Check that the salt pot’s
stopper is firmly closed.

- Check the indicator light
and fill the reservoir
completely.

- If the reservoir is not
empty after approxi­mately 60 washes, call
a service agent.

- To relieve the problem,
arrange the items so as
to restrict as much as
possible any water
retention: if possible,
leave the door ajar for a
few minutes.

- Arrange them optimally,
prioritising the use of
the upper basket if pos­sible.

- Select the most appro­priate rapid programme.

Troubleshooting, what to do?

Poor operation

Possible causes What to do

Poor washing results Possible causes What to do

- Check that there is salt
in the reservoir (light
unlit = OK)

- Check the water hardness

at the tap and that the
water softener is set cor­rectly. Set it on a higher
setting if necessary.

- Wate

r too hard for using
a “3 in 1” detergent
recommended.

- Check that the salt pot’s
stopper is firmly closed.

- Check the water hard­ness at the tap and that
the water softener is
set correctly. Some
detergent tablets are
more aggressive to
glasses and decorations
(change the detergent,
use a protective product
if necessary).

- Turn the open ends (of
glasses, bowls, etc.)
towards the jets

- Increase the amount of
detergent

- Select a more suitable
programme, with a
higher temperature.

- Check the indicator light
and fill the reservoir
completely, set the dis­penser to the upper
position if necessary.

- Replace with a recent
agent (a good rinse aid
dilutes easily and foams
in cold water).

- Chalky film (can be
removed with vinegar).

- Traces of salt
(item has a salty taste)

- Opalisation of the glass
because water too soft
(cannot be removed).

- Items poorly arranged

- Not enough or poor
detergent

- Programme with too
low a temperature.

- Insufficient or no rinse
aid.

- Poor or out-of-date
rinse aid.

White marks
(Identify the nature of
the marks)

Coloured marks (tea,
wine, coffee, blood)

Run marks or dried
droplets on the glasses

Troubleshooting, what to do?

Poor washing results Possible causes What to do

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A

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3

C

7

4

5

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5

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B

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✔ Washing capacity

✔ Detergent dose

✔ Detergent dispenser
✔ Setting of upper basket

✔ The water softener MUST be set to (see

page 6) to deactivate the device. No salt is
required.

✔ For more information on the comparison tests in

accordance with AS/NZS 2007 , please contact the
manufacturer of the machine before commencing
testing.

12 IEC
standardised
place setting

5 + 25 g
of detergent

3
High position

ENERGY EFFICIENCY TESTS ACCORDING TO AS/NZS 2007
PROGRAMME : NORMAL

Arrange items as shown in Figures A – B – C (see IEC load on
following page)

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B

5

5

5

5

5

5

2

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C

5

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