Defy Appliances DDW 156, DDW 157 User Manual

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DEFY DISHMAID 3

DDW 156 DDW 157

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MANUAL

Index

Dear customer.

Before use.

Electrical connection.

Water connection.

Drain requirements.

General precautions

The control panel.

Interior features.

Technical specifications.

Water softener.

Detergent.

Rinse aid.

Loading. Cleaning.

Dishmaid 3

Operation. Programme chart.

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Moving.

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Trouble shooting.

Service Centres.

Warranty.

Dear Customer

Electrical connection

You are now the proud owner of one of the finest and most modern products that today's technology can produce.

Please read all the instructions carefully as they contain information on how to operate and care for your dishwasher so that you may gain the maximum benefit from it. Store this book in a safe place for future reference.

Before use

Unpacking

Remove all packaging material, accessories and documentation from the machine.

Damage

Do not use the machine if it has been damaged in transit. Report the damage to your dealer, who will take the necessary corrective action.

The machine should be connected to a 15 Amp, 230 Volt 50 Hz, earthed, 3 pin wall socket. For safety reasons, the wall socket and the plug should be accessible after installation. If the power cord should ever need replacing, use only a genuine cord available from the nearest Defy Service Centre.

The machine must be earthed and the manufacturer and seller do not accept responsibility for any damage due to incorrect electrical connection.

Water connection

Connect the filler hose to a 3/4 gas threaded cold water tap. The water supply pressure must be between 0.3 and 10 bars. If the supply plumbing is new or has not been used for some time, it is advisable to run the water until it is clear and free from dirt.

Positioning the dishwasher

The machine should be positioned in close proximity to a cold water tap and a drain outlet. Adjust the feet by turning them in or out until the machine stands level and stable.

Preparation

Every dishwasher is tested and run in the factory before being dispatched. Before washing dishes for the first time, it is advisable to first complete a pre-wash cycle to flush any factory related residuals from the system.

Drain requirements

Secure the end of the drain hose to a drain pipe. Take care not to kink or twist the drain hose.

Drain hose

320 mm minimum

800 mm maximum

Floor level

40 mm inside

Drain pipe

diameter

General precautions

Children

Never allow children to play with the dishwasher. Detergents contain irritants and abrasives which could affect the eyes, mouth and throat. Keep detergents out of reach and only put them into the machine just before starting a washing programme. Dishwasher waste water is not suitable for drinking. Never allow children to play on or sit on the door when it is open. Please ensure that packaging material is disposed of in a responsible manner. Plastic bags should be cut up to prevent children playing with them and accidentally suffocating. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

General safety

The machine must be installed and connected in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The machine must only be used domestically and for the purposes for which it was designed. Do not leave the machine exposed to direct sunlight or rain. Never add chemical solvents or flammable liquids to the tank as they constitute a fire hazard. Never use any detergents or water softeners, other than those specifically manufactured for use in dishwashers.

The door of the machine has been designed to support the weight of a fully loaded lower rack. Never place any other load on the door as the machine may then tip forwards. In case of malfunction or maintenance work, disconnect the machine from the electrical Should you at any time in the future scrap the machine, cut the power cord and take measures to render the door lock inoperative. This will prevent children, when playing, getting trapped inside.

Environmental care

Where possible, help to protect our environment by disposing of packaging material in a responsible manner. You can save water by observing these simple guidelines: Remove bones and residue from dirty dishes. Avoid partial loads and only start the machine when it is fully loaded. Select the programme according to the dirt level of the load. Use a programme which includes pre-wash for very dirty dishes.

Unsuitable dishes for dishwashers

Ascertain that your dinnerware and cutlery is dishwasher compatible. Do not wash cutlery with wooden or bone handles, items which have been glued together, copper or tin utensils and non heat- resistant plastics. Do not wash items containing cigarette ash, candle wax, or dyes, as these may harm the machine. Some glazed and decorated china, aluminium and silverware may discolour or fade when washed in a dishwasher. Crystal and some glassware may lose its shine or become opaque after repeated washing in a dishwasher.

mains immediately.

The control panel

PROGRESS INDICATOR LIGHTS

SALT INDICATOR

ON/OFF INDICATOR LIGHT

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PROGRAMME GUIDE

PROGRAMME SELECTOR KNOB

START STOP BUTTON DOOR HANDLE

ON / OFF BUTTON

Interior features

UPPER BASKET

UPPER BASKET TRACK LATCH

WATER SOFTENER LID

LOWER BASKET CUTLERY BASKET

DETERGENT AND RINSE AID DISPENSER

ALL MODELS

UPPER SPRAY

LOWER SPRAY

FILTERS

Technical specifications

SOUND LEVELS

Capacity (place settings):

Dimensions (mm):

Maximum load:

Heater: Drain pump: Wash pump:

Water Pressure Min/Max:

Voltage:

Weight:

12 889H x 644W x 661D 2200W 2040W 17W 125W

0.3 Bar - 10.0 Bar. 230V - 50Hz. 50Kg.

Defy Dishmaid 3:

54db.

Salt container

Special salts are used as a water softening agent in dishwashers

The dishwasher requires lime free water for optimum operation. The water supply in South Africa varies considerably. Some users have access to borehole water only, while others are supplied from reservoirs or dams. Users in urban areas would not normally require water softeners. It is advisable therefore to test your water supply. Check for white spots on glassware. If these appear, the water used is too hard and requires softening through the use of salt. Experience will soon show if softening is required.

Salt container

The dishwasher is equipped with an automatic salt release system. The salt container needs to be filled

with regenerating salts specially developed for dishwashers. Small grained or powdered salt is recommended. Do not use table salt or edible salt as these contain insoluble substances.

To fill the salt container, proceed as follows:

Remove the lower rack to improve access. Unscrew the lid of the salt container. If used for the first time, pour about 1 litre of water into the container.( If the container has water in it this step is not required). Using the funnel supplied, add salt until the container is full. The container holds about 2 kg of salt. Screw the lid back on until a "click" sound is heard.

The low salt indicator light on the facia will glow when

Float indticator

Full

the salt needs replenishing. A float indicator in the water softener container will also be visible when the container is sufficiently full and will drop out of sight when the salt needs replenishing.

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