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Operating instructions
for dishwashers
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation sheet before it is installed and used for the first time.
en-GB |
HG05 |
M.-Nr. 10 873 780 |
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Contents |
Guide to the appliance.......................................................................................... |
6 |
Overview.................................................................................................................. |
6 |
Fascia panel ............................................................................................................ |
7 |
Warning and Safety instructions.......................................................................... |
8 |
Caring for the environment ................................................................................ |
17 |
Energy saving washing.......................................................................................... |
18 |
Before using for the first time ............................................................................ |
19 |
Opening the door .................................................................................................. |
19 |
Closing the door.................................................................................................... |
19 |
Safety lock............................................................................................................. |
19 |
Water softener ....................................................................................................... |
20 |
Displaying and setting the water hardness ...................................................... |
21 |
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require: .................................... |
23 |
Dishwasher salt ..................................................................................................... |
23 |
Adding salt ....................................................................................................... |
24 |
Add salt reminder ........................................................................................ |
25 |
Rinse aid................................................................................................................ |
26 |
Adding rinse aid ............................................................................................... |
26 |
Rinse aid refill reminder ............................................................................... |
27 |
Setting the rinse aid dosage............................................................................. |
28 |
Loading the dishwasher...................................................................................... |
29 |
Notes ..................................................................................................................... |
29 |
Upper basket......................................................................................................... |
31 |
Adjusting the upper basket .............................................................................. |
32 |
Lower basket......................................................................................................... |
33 |
Cutlery ................................................................................................................... |
34 |
3D cutlery tray (depending on model) .............................................................. |
34 |
Cutlery basket (depending on model) .............................................................. |
35 |
Loading examples ................................................................................................. |
36 |
Dishwashers with cutlery tray........................................................................... |
36 |
Dishwashers with cutlery basket ..................................................................... |
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Operation.............................................................................................................. |
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Detergent............................................................................................................... |
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Adding detergent.............................................................................................. |
42 |
Switching on.......................................................................................................... |
43 |
Selecting a programme ......................................................................................... |
43 |
Starting a programme ........................................................................................... |
44 |
Time display .......................................................................................................... |
44 |
Energy management ............................................................................................. |
45 |
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Contents |
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At the end of the programme ................................................................................ |
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Switching off.......................................................................................................... |
46 |
Unloading the dishwasher..................................................................................... |
46 |
Interrupting a programme...................................................................................... |
47 |
Changing a programme......................................................................................... |
47 |
Programme options............................................................................................. |
48 |
Short ................................................................................................................ |
48 |
DetergentAgent ..................................................................................................... |
48 |
Refill reminders...................................................................................................... |
49 |
Delay start ............................................................................................................. |
50 |
Adjust Automatic ................................................................................................... |
52 |
Memory ................................................................................................................. |
53 |
Optimise standby .................................................................................................. |
54 |
Factory default....................................................................................................... |
55 |
Programme chart ................................................................................................ |
56 |
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................... |
60 |
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................... |
60 |
Cleaning the door and the door seal..................................................................... |
60 |
Cleaning the door front ......................................................................................... |
61 |
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................... |
62 |
Cleaning the filters................................................................................................. |
62 |
Cleaning the spray arms........................................................................................ |
64 |
Problem solving guide ........................................................................................ |
65 |
Technical problems ............................................................................................... |
65 |
Water inlet fault ..................................................................................................... |
67 |
Water drainage fault .............................................................................................. |
67 |
General problems .................................................................................................. |
68 |
Noises.................................................................................................................... |
69 |
Unsatisfactory washing result ............................................................................... |
70 |
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ |
73 |
Cleaning the water inlet filter................................................................................. |
73 |
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve..................................................... |
74 |
After sales service............................................................................................... |
75 |
Repairs .................................................................................................................. |
75 |
Guarantee.............................................................................................................. |
75 |
Note for test institutes ........................................................................................... |
75 |
Optional accessories .......................................................................................... |
76 |
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Electrical connection .......................................................................................... |
78 |
Plumbing .............................................................................................................. |
79 |
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ................................................................. |
79 |
Connection to the water supply ............................................................................ |
79 |
Drainage ................................................................................................................ |
80 |
Technical data...................................................................................................... |
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Data sheet for household dishwashers ................................................................. |
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Guide to the appliance
Overview
a Upper spray arm (not visible)
b Cutlery tray (depending on model)
c Upper basket
d Middle spray arm
e Air inlet for drying (depending on model)
f Lower spray arm
g Filter combination
h Data plate
i Rinse aid reservoir
j Dual compartment detergent dispenser
k Salt reservoir
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Guide to the appliance
Fascia panel
a Programme selection ECO = ECO
Auto = Automatic
55°C = Normal 55°C
75°C = Intensive 75°C
45°C = Gentle 45°C
b Time display
c Indicator/check lights
/ = Inlet/Drain
= Rinse aid
= Salt
d Start button with indicator light
e Short button with indicator light
f Delay start button with indicator light
g Programme selector button
h On/Off button
This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models. The specific dishwasher models are referred to as follows:
Standard = 80.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated) and 84.5 cm high dishwashers (freestanding) XXL = 84.5 cm high dishwashers (integrated).
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Warning and Safety instructions
This dishwasher complies with current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the dishwasher, please read the installation sheet and the operating instructions carefully before it is installed and used for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, use and maintenance.
Keep the installation sheet and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with this information.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct application
This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments.
The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use.
It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in these operating instructions, for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery. Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be dangerous.
The appliance can only be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised whilst using it, or have been shown how to use it in a safe way and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher unsupervised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance unsupervised.
Please supervise children in the vicinity of the dishwasher and do not let them play with it. There is a danger that children playing might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
If the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model) is active keep young children away from the area in which the door opens. Danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the opening mechanism.
Danger of suffocation. Packaging, e.g. plastic wrappings, must be kept out of the reach of babies and children. Whilst playing, children could become entangled in packaging or pull it over their head and suffocate.
Keep children away from detergents. Dishwasher detergents can cause burning in the mouth, nose and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. There could still be detergent residues in the cabinet. Seek medical attention immediately if your child has swallowed or inhaled detergent.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and repairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician.
A damaged dishwasher is dangerous. Check it for any recognisable damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when correctly earthed. It is essential that this standard safety requirement is met. If in any doubt, please have the electrical installation tested by a qualified electrician.
Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be assured if it has been connected to the mains electricity supply.
The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply via a suitable switched socket using a suitable fused plug (it must not be hard-wired). The electrical socket must be easily accessible after the dishwasher is installed so that it can be disconnected from the electricity supply at any time.
There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher. Danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be pushed up against a plug.
The dishwasher must not be installed under a hob. The high radiant temperatures which are sometimes generated by a hob could damage the dishwasher. For the same reason it should not be installed next to open fires or other appliances which give off heat, such as heaters etc.
To avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher, make sure that the connection data on the data plate (fuse rating, voltage and frequency) match the mains electricity supply before connecting the dishwasher to the mains. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door springs.
The dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening mechanism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger whilst the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on model) is active.
To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
–the door springs must be adjusted equally on both sides. They are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left half open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the door cannot fall open.
–the door locking pins automatically retract when the door opens at the end of the drying phase.
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (fire hazard).
The appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g. on a ship).
Do not install the dishwasher in a room where there is a risk of frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
To avoid any damage to the appliance, the dishwasher must only be operated when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system.
The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical component. It must not be dipped in water.
There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose. Do not shorten the water inlet hose, even if it is too long.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The integrated Waterproof system offers protection from water
damage, provided the following conditions are met:
–The dishwasher is correctly installed and plumbed in.
–The dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced where it can be seen that this is necessary.
–the stopcock is turned off during longer absences from the home (e.g. whilst on holiday).
The Waterproof system will work even if the appliance is switched off. However, the appliance must remain connected to the electricity supply.
The water pressure (flow pressure at the take-off point) must be between 50 and 1000 kPa (0.5 and 10 bar).
If the dishwasher gets damaged, switch it off at the mains immediately and call your Miele Dealer or the Miele Service Department.
While the appliance is under warranty, repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele authorised service technician. Otherwise the warranty is invalidated.
Miele can only guarantee the safety of the appliance when genuine original Miele replacement parts are used. Faulty components must only be replaced by Miele spare parts.
During installation, maintenance and repair work, the appliance must be disconnected from the mains electricity supply (switch it off and withdraw the plug from the socket).
If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele). For safety reasons this work must be carried out by a Miele authorised service technician only.
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Warning and Safety instructions
This dishwasher is supplied with a special lamp to cope with particular conditions (e.g. temperature, moisture, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and vibration). This special lamp must only be used for the purpose it is intended for. It is not suitable for room lighting. Replacement lamps may only be fitted by a Miele authorised person or the Miele Service Department.
Correct installation
The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation sheet supplied.
Take care, both before and during installation of the dishwasher, not to cut yourself on the metal parts. Danger of injury. Wear protective gloves.
The dishwasher must be correctly aligned to ensure problem-free operation.
In order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated dishwashers must only be installed under a continuous worktop which is secured to adjacent cabinetry.
If you want to convert your freestanding dishwasher to a built-un- der ("U") model, you will need to order the appropriate conversion kit. If you remove the existing plinth, you must replace it with a U- model plinth. This is necessary to avoid the risk of injury caused by protruding metal parts.
The door springs must be adjusted equally on both sides. They are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left half open (approx. 45° opening angle). It is also important that the door cannot fall open.
The appliance may only be used with correctly adjusted door springs.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergents can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
You could injure yourself on the open dishwasher door or trip over it. Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily.
Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the dishwasher to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
Dishes can be very hot at the end of the programme. Allow them to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers. Do not use washing-up liquid.
Do not use commercial or industrial detergents as these may cause damage, and there is a risk of a severe explosive chemical reaction (such as an explosive oxyhydrogen gas reaction).
Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent. This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.
Inadvertently filling the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener. Make sure you have picked up the correct packet of dishwasher salt before filling the salt reservoir!
Only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation. Do not use other salts such as cooking salt, agricultural grade or gritting salt. These may contain insoluble additives which can impair the functioning of the water softener.
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Warning and Safety instructions
In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model), cutlery is cleaned and dried more efficiently if placed in the basket with the handles downwards. However, to avoid the risk of injury, place knives and forks etc. with the handles upwards.
Plastic items which cannot withstand being washed in hot water, such as disposable plastic containers or plastic cutlery should not be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose shape.
If you use the "FlexiTimer/Delay start" option (depending on model), make sure that the dispenser is dry before adding detergent. Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog if poured into a damp dispenser and may not be thoroughly dispersed.
Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regarding the capacity of the dishwasher.
Accessories
Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept liability.
Disposal of your old dishwasher
Make the door lock inoperative so that children cannot accidentally shut themselves in. Make appropriate arrangements for the disposal of the appliance.
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing mater-
ial
The packaging is designed to protect the appliance from damage during transportation. The packaging materials used are selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and should be recycled.
Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also reduces the amount of waste in landfill sites.
Disposing of your old appli-
ance
Electrical and electronic appliances often contain valuable materials. They also contain specific materials, compounds and components, which were essential for their correct function and safety. These could be hazardous to human health and to the environment if disposed of with your domestic waste or if handled incorrectly. Please do not, therefore, dispose of your old appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre for electrical and electronic appliances, or contact your dealer or Miele for advice. You are also responsible (by law, depending on country) for deleting any personal data that may be stored on the appliance being disposed of. Please ensure that your old appliance poses no risk to children while being stored prior to disposal.
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Caring for the environment
Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally economical in its use of water and electricity.
You can make the most of your appliance by following these tips:
–For most economical dishwashing, make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher.
–Choose the programme to suit the type of crockery being washed and the degree of soiling.
–Select the ECO programme (depending on model) for energy-saving dishwashing. This programme is the most efficient in terms of its combined energy and water consumption at cleaning normally soiled crockery.
–Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations on detergent dosage.
–When using powder or liquid deter-
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gent you can use /3 less detergent if baskets are only half full.
–If your household water system is suitable, this dishwasher can be connected to a hot water supply for further economies. If the water is heated by for example, solar panels, this would be energy efficient.
However, if your water is heated by electricity we would recommend connection to cold water.
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Before using for the first time
Opening the door
To open the door, reach under the door grip and pull.
If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically interrupted.
Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding.
Only open the door during operation if absolutely necessary and exercise extreme caution when doing so.
Closing the door
Push the baskets right in.
Then raise the door up, and push until it clicks into position.
Danger of injury.
Do not put your hand inside the door as it is closing.
Safety lock
The child safety lock can be used to prevent children opening the dishwasher. The door can then only be opened by using a lot of force.
To lock the door, push the slide underneath the door grip to the right.
To unlock the door, push the slide to the left.
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Before using for the first time
Water softener
In order to achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in a build-up of calcium deposits on crockery and in the dishwasher.
Mains water with a hardness level higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German scale) needs to be softened. This takes place automatically in the integrated water softener. The water softener in the dishwasher is suitable for a water hardness level of up to 12.6 mmol/l (70 °d - German scale).
–The water softener requires dishwasher salt.
Depending on the water hardness level (< 3.8 mmol/l, or 21 °d - German scale), dishwasher salt is not required if combination tablets are being used (see "Operation, Detergent").
–The dishwasher must be programmed to the correct water hardness for your area.
–Your local water authority will be able to advise you of the water hardness level in your area.
–Where the water hardness fluctuates e.g. between 1.8 and 2.7 mmol/l (10 - 15 °d - German scale) always programme the dishwasher to the higher value (2.7 mmol/l or 15 °d in this example).
In the event of a fault, it will help the service technician if you know the hardness of your local water supply.
Enter the water hardness below:
____________mmol/l or °d
The dishwasher is programmed at the factory for a water hardness level of 2.7 mmol/l (15 °d - German scale).
If this setting corresponds to the hardness of your water you do not need to do anything more.
However, if you have a different water hardness you must adjust the water softener to match your water hardness.
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Before using for the first time
Displaying and setting the water hardness
Switch the dishwasher off with the button, if it is switched on.
Press the Start button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the button.
Keep the Start button pressed in for at least four seconds until the Start indicator light comes on.
If this does not happen, start the procedure from the beginning again.
Press the button twice.
The indicator will flash rapidly twice at intervals.
The value set for the water hardness is shown as a figure after in the display (see chart).
will start flashing in the display. This is the factory default setting of 15°d.
Use the Start button to select the value which equates to your water hardness level.
Each press on the button moves you up a level. When the highest water hardness level is reached, the setting starts from the beginning again.
The setting is now stored in memory.
Switch the dishwasher off with the button.
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Before using for the first time
°d |
mmol/l |
°f |
Display |
1 |
0.2 |
2 |
1 |
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2 |
0.4 |
4 |
2 |
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3 |
0.5 |
5 |
3 |
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4 |
0.7 |
7 |
4 |
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5 |
0.9 |
9 |
5 |
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6 |
1.1 |
11 |
6 |
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7 |
1.3 |
13 |
7 |
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8 |
1.4 |
14 |
8 |
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9 |
1.6 |
16 |
9 |
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10 |
1.8 |
18 |
10 |
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11 |
2.0 |
20 |
11 |
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12 |
2.2 |
22 |
12 |
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13 |
2.3 |
23 |
13 |
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14 |
2.5 |
25 |
14 |
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15 |
2.7 |
27 |
15 |
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16 |
2.9 |
29 |
16 |
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17 |
3.1 |
31 |
17 |
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18 |
3.2 |
32 |
18 |
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19 |
3.4 |
34 |
19 |
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20 |
3.6 |
36 |
20 |
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°d |
mmol/l |
°f |
Display |
21 |
3.8 |
38 |
21 |
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22 |
4.0 |
40 |
22 |
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23 |
4.1 |
41 |
23 |
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24 |
4.3 |
43 |
24 |
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25 |
4.5 |
45 |
25 |
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26 |
4.7 |
47 |
26 |
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27 |
4.9 |
49 |
27 |
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28 |
5.0 |
50 |
28 |
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29 |
5.2 |
52 |
29 |
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30 |
5.4 |
54 |
30 |
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31 |
5.6 |
56 |
31 |
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32 |
5.8 |
58 |
32 |
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33 |
5.9 |
59 |
33 |
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34 |
6.1 |
61 |
34 |
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35 |
6.3 |
63 |
35 |
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36 |
6.5 |
65 |
36 |
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37-45 |
6.6-8.0 |
66-80 |
45 |
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46-60 |
8.2-10.7 |
82-107 |
60 |
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61-70 |
10.9-12.5 |
109-125 |
70 |
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Before using for the first time
Before using the appliance for
the first time, you require:
–approx. 2 litres of water,
–approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt,
–domestic dishwasher detergent,
–rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers.
Every dishwasher is tested at the factory. There will be residual water in the appliance from this test. It is not an indication that it has been used previously.
Dishwasher salt
In order to achieve good cleaning results, the dishwasher needs to operate with soft water. Hard water results in a build-up of calcium deposits on crockery and in the dishwasher.
Mains water with a hardness level higher than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d - German scale) needs to be softened. This takes place automatically in the integrated water softener. The water softener in the dishwasher is suitable for a water hardness level of up to 12.6 mmol/l (70 °d - German scale).
The water softener requires dishwasher salt.
Depending on the water hardness level (< 3.8 mmol/l, or 21 °d - German scale), dishwasher salt is not required if combination tablets are being used (see "Operation, Detergent").
If the water in your area is very soft and constantly lower than 0.9 mmol/l (5 °d - German scale) you do not have to add dishwasher salt. The prompt to add salt will be switched off automatically if the water softener has been programmed for this to happen.
Dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener.
Do not fill the salt reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
Only use special coarse grained dishwasher salt for reactivation. Other salts may contain insoluble additives which can impair the functioning of the water softener.
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Before using for the first time
Adding salt
Before filling the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2 litres of water to enable the salt to dissolve. Once the dishwasher has been used, there is always sufficient water in the reservoir.
Remove the lower basket and unscrew the salt reservoir cap.
Water or saline solution will run out of the reservoir when the cap is removed.
It should therefore only be removed in order to refill the salt reservoir.
Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres of water (first use only).
Place the funnel provided over the salt reservoir and carefully fill with salt until the reservoir is full. The salt reservoir holds approx. 2 kg of salt depending on the brand used.
Clean any excess salt from around the reservoir opening and then screw the cap on again firmly.
Immediately after filling the salt reservoir, run the Sensor wash gentle programme with the Short option and without any crockery in the dishwasher to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.
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Before using for the first time
Add salt reminder
Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher salt when the Salt indicator light comes on. (If it comes on during a programme, wait until the end of the programme).
Risk of corrosion. Immediately after filling the salt reservoir, run the Sensor wash gentle programme with the
Short option and without any crockery in the dishwasher to remove any traces of salt from the cabinet.
After the salt reservoir has been filled, the refill indicator may still be lit up if the salt concentration has not yet reached the correct level. It will go out when the correct concentration is reached.
The refill reminder will be switched off if you have programmed the dishwasher for a water hardness below 0.9 mmol/l (5 °d - German scale).
If you only ever use combination products in your dishwasher, you can switch both refill reminders for salt and rinse aid off if you wish (see "Programme options - Refill reminders").
If you switch to using detergent that does not contain salt or rinse aid, it is important to remember to add salt and rinse aid and to switch the reminders back on.
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Before using for the first time
Rinse aid
Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water does not cling and leave marks on crockery during the drying phase and helps crockery dry faster after it has been washed.
Rinse aid is poured into the storage reservoir and the amount set is dispensed automatically.
Inadvertently filling the rinse aid reservoir with washing-up liquid or powder or liquid detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for domestic dishwashers into the reservoir.
Alternatively, it is possible to use
–Household vinegar with a max. 5% acid content
or
–Liquid citric acid up to 10% acid content
The resulting rinsing and drying quality will not, however, be as good as when rinse aid is used.
Do not use vinegar with a higher acid content (e.g. vinegar essence 25% acid).
This would damage the dishwasher.
If you only ever use combination products containing rinse aid in your dishwasher, you do not need to add rinse aid.
Adding rinse aid
Press the button on the lid of the rinse aid reservoir in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open.
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Before using for the first time
Add rinse aid only until it is visible in the opening.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx. 110 ml.
Close the flap firmly so that it clicks into place. Otherwise water can enter the rinse aid reservoir during a programme.
Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This prevents over-foaming occurring during the next programme.
Rinse aid refill reminder
When the Rinse aid indicator lights up, the rinse aid reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only.
Add rinse aid in plenty of time.
If you only ever use combination products in your dishwasher, you can switch both refill reminders for salt and rinse aid off if you wish (see "Programme options, Refill reminders").
If you switch to using detergent that does not contain salt or rinse aid, it is important to remember to add salt and rinse aid and to switch the reminders back on.
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Before using for the first time
Setting the rinse aid dosage
You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for best results.
The rinse aid dosage is set in stages from 0 to 6. It is set to 3 at the factory. This is the recommended setting.
The rinse aid dosage can turn out to be higher than the set value due to the automatic adjustment of the programme.
If spots appear on crockery and glassware:
Increase the rinse aid dosage.
If clouding or smearing appears on crockery and glassware:
Decrease the rinse aid dosage.
Switch the dishwasher off with the button, if it is switched on.
Press the Start button in and whilst holding it in switch the dishwasher on using the button.
Keep the Start button pressed in for at least four seconds until the Start indicator light comes on.
If this does not happen, start the procedure from the beginning again.
Press the button 3 times.
The indicator will flash rapidly three times at intervals.
The dosage set will show in the display after the symbol.
The flashing sequence will appear in the display.
This indicates the factory default setting 3.
Use the Start button to select the setting required.
Each press on the button moves you up a level. After reaching the highest value the counter starts from the beginning again.
The setting is now stored in memory.
Switch the dishwasher off with the button.
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Notes
Remove coarse food residues from crockery.
There is no need to rinse items under running water.
Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, lubricating grease or paint in the dishwasher. These will damage to the dishwasher.
Crockery can be loaded anywhere in the baskets, but the following notes should be observed:
–Do not place crockery and cutlery inside other pieces where they may be concealed.
–Load the crockery so that water can access all surfaces. This ensures that they get properly cleaned.
–Make sure that all items are securely positioned.
–Hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans, etc. must be inverted in the basket.
–Tall, narrow, hollow items, e.g., champagne glasses, should be placed in the centre of the basket to ensure better water coverage.
–Wide based items should be placed at an angle so that water can run off them freely.
–The spray arms must not be blocked by items which are too tall or hang through the baskets. If in doubt, test for free movement by manually rotating the spray arms.
–Make sure that small items cannot fall through the holders in the baskets.
Small items, e.g. lids, should therefore be placed in the cutlery tray or cutlery basket (depending on model).
Some foodstuffs may contain natural dyes, e.g. carrots, tomatoes or ketchup. Plastic items in the dishwasher may discolour if large quantities of these foodstuffs find their way into the dishwasher on the crockery. The stability of plastic items is not affected by this discolouration.
Cleaning silver cutlery in the dishwasher may also cause plastic items to discolour.
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