Blomberg DW 24100 SS, DW 25200 WWS, DW 25200 BWS, DW 25200 SSWS, DWT 23100 B Use And Care Manual

Use and Care Manual

Dishwasher

FOR MODELS

DW 24100 B (ADA Height)
DW 24100 SS (ADA Height)
DW 24100 W (ADA Height)
DW 25200 BWS (ADA Height)
DW 25200 SSWS (ADA Height)
DW 25200 WWS (ADA Height)
DWT 23100 B

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DWT 23100 SS
DWT 23100 W
DWT 24100 B
DWT 24100 SS
DWT 24100 W
DWT 24400 SS ULTRA
DWT 24400 W ULTRA

DWT 25100 B
DWT 25100 SS
DWT 25100 W
DWT 25200 BWS
DWT 25200 SSWS
DWT 25200 WWS
DWT 25500 SS

To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as

machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use.

Contents

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1

2. INSTALLATION 3

3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4

4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 5

4.1 UPPER RACK 6

4.2 LOWER RACK 7

4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 10

5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER 11

6. OPERATING THE DISHWASHER 12

7. DETERGENT & RINSE AID DISPENSER 15

7.1 FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER 15

7.2 FILLING RINSE AID DISPENSER 16

8. SETTING THE WATER SOFTENER 18

9. FILLING THE DISHWASHER SALT DISPENSER 19

10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE 20

10.1 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER EXTERIOR 20

10.2 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER INTERIOR 20

11. TROUBLE SHOOTING 23

12. TECHNICAL FEATURES 29

13. WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE BLOMBERG

DISHWASHERS 30

14. HOW TO GET SERVICE 31

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INTRODUCTION

Please read this user manual and
particularly the safety instructions
completely and carefully. They will save you
time and effort and help to ensure optimum
dishwasher performance.

Be sure to observe all listed warnings and
cautions. Look particularly for the icons with
exclamation marks inside. The information
icon will also provide important references.

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

When using the dishwasher, follow
basic precautions, including the
following:
Read all instructions before using the
dishwasher! Save these operating
instructions and pass them on to any
future user.

Use the dishwasher only for its intended •
purpose as described in this user
manual. This appliance is intended for
normal household use only.

The manufacturer disclaims •
responsibility for damage or injury
caused by improper use of this
appliance.

The information in this user manual must •
be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion and to prevent property
damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not operate your dishwasher unless •
all the enclosure panels are properly in
place.
Do not tamper with the controls.•
Do not abuse, sit on, stand in or on the •
door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
The cup racks are designed to support •
cups, glasses and kitchen utensils. When
the cup racks are in the dishwasher
do not lean on or use the cup racks to
support your body weight.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not •
allow children to play in, on or near the
dishwasher.
Use only detergents or rinse aids •
recommended for use in a household
dishwasher and keep them in a dry place
out of the reach of children. Check that
the detergent dispenser is empty after
the completion of each wash program.
Dishwasher detergents are alkaline. •
They can be dangerous if inhaled or
swallowed. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes and keep children and infirm
persons away from the dishwasher

CAUTION

WARNING

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Notice

WARNING:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.

CAUTION :

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.

Notice :

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in damage
to the dishwasher, the table-ware, the
equipment or the environment.

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when the door is opened. Consult a
doctor immediately if detergent has been
swallowed or inhaled.
Do not drink water from the dishwasher! •
Harmful residues could be present.
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas •
may be produced in a hot water heater
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 such period, before using
the dishwasher turn on all hot water
taps and let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. As gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
Do not store or use flammable liquids or •
vapors in the area of the dishwasher.
When loading items to be washed, •
position 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 “dishwasher safe” or the
equivalent. For plastic items not so
marked, check the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
If a malfunction occurs, switch off the •
appliance and turn off the water supply to
the dishwasher.
Before cleaning or carrying out •
maintenance, switch off the appliance,
disconnect the power plug and turn off
the water supply.
Repairs and technical modifications must •
be carried out exclusively by a qualified
technician.
If the dishwasher is not in use for an •
extended period of time (i.e. vacation
home), we recommend you check that
the baskets are empty, leave the inside
of the dishwasher clean, leave the door
cracked open to allow air to circulate and
turn off both the power and water supply
to the dishwasher.

This appliance must be grounded. In the •
event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric
shock by providing a path of least
resistance for electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and
a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
This appliance must be connected to •
a grounded metal, permanent wiring
system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit
conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead on
the appliance.

WARNING

Improper connection of the •
equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician
or service representative if you are
in doubt whether the appliance is
properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the appliance,
if it will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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2. INSTALLATION

WARNING

When installing the dishwasher, follow
basic precautions, including the
following:

The dishwasher installation must be •
performed in accordance with the
installation manual. If you did not receive
an installation manual order it by calling
1-800-459-9848 or you may also download
it from our web site at

www.blombergappliances.com

Installation, maintenance and repair should •
be performed by a qualified installer. Work
by unqualified persons could be dangerous
and may void the warranty.
Do not operate the appliance if damaged, •
malfunctioning, partially disassembled or if
it has missing or broken parts.
Before installation or service, disconnect •
the power supply to the work area by
unplugging the unit, “tripping” the circuit
breaker or removing the fuse.
Only connect the dishwasher to the power •
supply when all installation and plumbing
work is complete.
Do not install or store the dishwasher •
where it can be exposed to below freezing
temperatures or exposed to weather.
Dishwasher must be secured to adjacent •
cabinetry using the brackets provided.
Failure to do this may cause damage to
property or bodily injury.
Connect to a properly rated, protected •
and sized power supply circuit to avoid
electrical overload. The dishwasher is
designed for an electrical supply of 120 V
(volts), 60 Hz (hertz), AC, connected to a
dishwasher-dedicated, properly grounded
electrical circuit with a fuse or breakers
rated for 15 amperes. Electrical supply
conductors shall be a minimum of # 16
AWG copper wire rated at 75 °C (167 °F)
or higher. These requirements must be met
to prevent injury and machine damage.
Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
Do not use any extension cord or portable •
outlet device to connect the dishwasher to
a power supply.

WARNING

Danger of suffocation!
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags,
small pieces etc. are disposed of safely
and kept out of the reach of children.

Remove the door to the washing •
compartment when removing an old
dishwasher from service or discarding it.
Ensure that the appliance presents no
danger to children while being stored for
disposal.
Old appliances may contain materials •
that can be recycled. Please contact
your local recycling authority about the
possibility of recycling these materials.

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3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER

FOR MODELS
DW 24100 B (ADA Height)

DW 24100 SS (ADA Height)
DW 24100 W (ADA Height)
DW 25200 BWS (ADA Height)
DW 25200 SSWS (ADA Height)
DW 25200 WWS (ADA Height)
DWT 23100 B
DWT 23100 SS

1. Upper rack

2. Upper spray arm

3. Salt container (depending on model )

4. Cutlery basket

5. Detergent dispenser

6. Door

7. Control panel

8. Guiding track for the upper rack

9. Lower spray arm

10. Filters

11. Lower rack

12. Model and Serial Tag

13. Turbo fan heat drying system (depending on the model)

14. Removable 3rd basket (depends on the model)

15. Additional upper spray arm (depends on the model)

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DWT 23100 W
DWT 24100 B
DWT 24100 SS
DWT 24100 W
DWT 24400 SS ULTRA
DWT 24400 W ULTRA
DWT 25100 B

DWT 25100 SS
DWT 25100 W
DWT 25200 BWS
DWT 25200 SSWS
DWT 25200 WWS
DWT 25500 SS

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4. LOADING THE
DISHWASHER

1. Pull the handle to open the door. If
the door is opened during operation, the
dishwasher will stop running. Once the
door is closed the program will continue.

Upper rack

MODEL DEPENDING

Top rack load pattern for 12 place

settings according to the AHAM

DW-1 Standards

CAUTION

Hot steam can escape! Danger of
serious burns or other injury.

2. Remove coarse food leftovers from
tableware.

3. Now you can load the dishwasher.

Lower rack

Bottom rack load pattern for 12

place settings according to the

AHAM DW-1 Standards

CAUTION

Large knives and other utensils with •
sharp tips and edges must be placed
horizontally into the upper rack due to
risk of injury. Other smaller knives and
sharp utensils should be placed with
sharp side down in the cutlery basket.
Use extreme caution when removing •
knives and other sharp utensils from
the dishwasher. These items may
have shifted position during the wash
program, and may be wet or slippery.
The cup racks are designed to •
support cups, glasses and kitchen
utensils. When the cup racks are in
the dishwasher do not lean on or use
the cup racks to support your body
weight.

Notice :

3rd basket should be removed out •
of the dishwasher during the tests
according to AHAM DW-1.

Your dishwasher holds a maximum of 12 •
place settings.
Place all containers such as cups, •
glasses and pots into the dishwasher
with the opening facing downwards (so
that no water can collect).
Small and light items can go into the •
upper rack.
Long and narrow items are placed in the •
middle of the racks.
Place all large and very dirty items in the •
lower rack.
Dishes and cutlery should not be placed •
above each other.
Glasses should not touch each other.•
The movement of the spray arms must •
not be hindered.
Do not overload your dishwasher and •
pay attention to manufacturer instructions
regarding dishes which are appropriate
for use in for a dishwasher. Only with
suitable dishes (mentioned in section 5)
will you obtain optimal washing results
with a sensible use of energy.

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B

C

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4.1 UPPER RACK

Load the upper rack with dessert plates,
cups, glasses etc.

4.1.1 HEIGHT SETTING
(MODEL DEPENDING)

In certain models, the height setting of
the upper rack may be changed using the
wheels which are present at two height
levels.

CAUTION

Make sure that the rack is empty.
Changing the height setting while the
rack contains tableware could cause the
contents to dislodge, causing personal
injury or damage to the tableware.

1. Release the latches on both the right
and left tracks of the upper rack by turning
them to the outside A.

2. Pull out the rack completely B.

3. Place the rack into the tracks again at
the desired height C.

4. Push the latches back into the correct
position.

4.1.2 VARIABLE HEIGHT SETTING
(MODEL DEPENDING)

The upper rack is equipped with a lifting
mechanism which enables you to change
the height of the rack even if it is fully
loaded, and without having to remove it
from the dishwasher.

LIFT UPPER RACK

1. To lift the upper rack to a higher position,
hold it on one side and carefully pull it
upwards A.

2. To lift the opposite side of the rack, hold
it and pull it upwards in the same manner.

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A

B

C

B

A

4.1.4 ADJUSTABLE SHELVES (MODEL
DEPENDING)

Depending on the size of the glasses
and cups, the shelf height setting may be
adjusted.

1. Fold the shelf upwards A.

2. Positioning at the desired height B.

3. Fold the shelf again downwards C.

4.2 LOWER RACK

Use the lower rack for plates, bowls, pots
etc.

LOWER UPPER RACK

1. To lower the upper rack, hold and press
in the rack lever on one side and carefully
lower the rack without releasing the lever
B.

2. Repeat the procedure with the lever on
the opposite side of the rack.

Notice :

Make sure that both levers catch in the
same height position.

4.1.3 FOLDING TINES
(MODEL DEPENDING)

There are “folding tines” in the upper rack
to allow you more space to accommodate
glasses or cups.
Simply pull in the first front folding tine,
move it to left A and right B to place in
another positon. When you need, take the
tines down until the tines fall down.

4.2.1 FOUR FOLDING PLATE SUPPORT
TINES (MODEL DEPENDING)

There are 4 separate “folding plate support
tines” in the lower rack of your dishwasher
designed to allow you more space to
accommodate saucepans, pots and large
bowls in the lower rack. You can either fold
each section (1, 2, 3, 4). individually or, all
at once, to create a large empty space.

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Simply press the handgrips A and fold them
down. Pull tines up to fold them up again.

A

Thanks to the easy take-out feature,
it allows removing the dishes from the
machine together with the basket after
washing operation. Since it can fit into all
standard size drawers, there is no need to

remove the dishes from the basket and
place them separately into the kitchen
drawers or shelves.

If you don’t want to use the Removable 3rd
basket, pull it back to yourself to remove
it from the machine, rotate the rail lids A
towards outside and pull them towards
yourself to take them out. After taking out
the basket by lifting it up, remove the carrier
part from the rails by pulling it towards
yourself. Replace the rail lids and push
them back to seat them into their places.
Turn the rails inside the machine outwards

B to seat them properly in their places.

Notice :

When finished, test to ensure that the spray
arm can still move freely.

4.2.2 REMOVABLE 3rd BASKET
(MODEL DEPENDING)

The Removable 3rd basket is designed for
small dishes, or long dishes that cannot fit
into the cutlery basket.

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2

3

A

B

In order to put the Removable 3rd basket
back into its place, repeat the same
process in reverse order.

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A

C

4.2.3 SLIDING CUTLERY BASKET

Designed to allow free placement of the
dishes according to their size, the Sliding
Cutlery Basket can slide over the tines to
the left A and right B side.

Use the basket inset C for your cutlery so
that all items in the basket are surrounded
by a sufficient water flow.
For larger items (e.g. wire whisks) the
basket inset may be removed C. Simply
raise.
To make loading easier, the cutlery basket
can be removed. Simply take out basket
upward.
Place long items such as ladles, cooking
spoons etc. on the shelf in the upper rack.

Notice :

When finished, test to ensure that the spray
arm can still move freely.