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Miele G 5006, G 5008 Operating instructions

Operating Instructions Dishwasher
To prevent accidents and machine damage, read these instructions before installation or use.
en-US M.-Nr. 11 694 020HG07
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................ 5
Notes on the operating instructions................................................................ 14
Notes on the layout ............................................................................................. 14
Scope of delivery ............................................................................................... 15
Guide to the appliance...................................................................................... 16
Appliance overview ............................................................................................. 16
Control field......................................................................................................... 17
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 18
Before using for the first time .......................................................................... 19
Opening the door ................................................................................................ 19
Closing the door.................................................................................................. 19
Activating the safety lock .................................................................................... 19
Rinse aid.............................................................................................................. 20
Caring for the environment .............................................................................. 23
Energy-saving dishwashing................................................................................. 23
Loading the dishwasher.................................................................................... 24
General information............................................................................................. 24
Loading examples ............................................................................................... 26
Upper basket....................................................................................................... 28
Adjusting the upper basket ................................................................................. 30
Lower basket....................................................................................................... 31
Cutlery tray/cutlery basket (depending on model) .............................................. 32
Detergents ......................................................................................................... 34
Active ingredients ............................................................................................... 34
Detergent dispensing .......................................................................................... 35
Adding detergent................................................................................................. 36
Operation............................................................................................................ 37
Turning on the dishwasher .................................................................................. 37
Selecting a program ............................................................................................ 37
Display of program duration................................................................................ 38
Starting a program .............................................................................................. 38
End of program.................................................................................................... 39
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Energy management ........................................................................................... 39
Turning off the dishwasher .................................................................................. 40
Unloading the dishwasher................................................................................... 40
Interrupting a program......................................................................................... 41
Canceling or changing a program....................................................................... 41
Options ............................................................................................................... 42
Timer ................................................................................................................... 42
Program overview ............................................................................................. 44
Program options................................................................................................ 46
Express........................................................................................................... 46
Turning off the refill reminders............................................................................. 47
Extra clean........................................................................................................... 48
Extra Dry.............................................................................................................. 49
Factory defaults................................................................................................... 50
Cleaning and care ............................................................................................. 51
Cleaning the wash cabinet .................................................................................. 51
Cleaning the door and the door seal................................................................... 52
Cleaning the control panel .................................................................................. 52
Cleaning the front of the machine ....................................................................... 52
Cleaning the spray arms...................................................................................... 53
Checking the filters in the wash cabinet ............................................................. 56
Cleaning the filters............................................................................................... 56
Cleaning the drain pump..................................................................................... 58
Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 60
Technical faults.................................................................................................... 60
Fault messages ................................................................................................... 61
Water intake fault................................................................................................. 62
Water drainage fault ............................................................................................ 63
General dishwasher problems............................................................................. 64
Noises.................................................................................................................. 65
Poor cleaning results........................................................................................... 66
Customer Service.............................................................................................. 69
Contact in the event of a fault ............................................................................. 69
EPREL database ................................................................................................. 69
Appliance warranty and product registration ...................................................... 69
Optional accessories ........................................................................................ 70
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Installation.......................................................................................................... 72
Water intake ........................................................................................................ 72
Water drainage .................................................................................................... 74
Electrical connection ........................................................................................... 76
Sound emission testing .................................................................................... 78
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This dishwasher complies with all current local and national safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal in­jury and material damage.
Please observe the installation sheet and read the operating in­structions carefully before setting up the dishwasher and using it for the first time. They both contain important information on the installation, safety, use, and maintenance of the machine. This pre­vents both personal injury and damage to the dishwasher.
Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the section on installing the dishwasher as well as the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Miele cannot be held liable for injury or damage caused by non­compliance with these instructions.
Keep the installation sheet and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Appropriate use

This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and
similar residential environments.
This dishwasher is not suitable for outdoor use.This dishwasher is intended for use at altitudes of up to 13,000ft
(4,000m) above sea level.
This dishwasher must only be used for cleaning domestic dishes
and cutlery. All other types of use are not permitted.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including chil-
dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety with children

Children must be kept away from the dishwasher unless they are
constantly supervised.
Children may only use the dishwasher without supervision if they
have been shown how to use it in a safe manner. Children must be able to understand and recognize the possible dangers caused by incorrect operation.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance.Children should be supervised in the vicinity of the dishwasher.
Never allow children to play with the dishwasher. There is a danger that children might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
If the automatic door opening mechanism is active (depending on
the model), keep young children away from the area in which the door opens.
Danger of suffocation. While playing, children may become entan-
gled in packaging material (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their head with the risk of suffocation. Keep packaging material away from children.
Keep children away from detergents. Detergents cause severe
skin burns and severe eye damage. They can cause burning in the mouth and throat, or inhibit breathing. It is therefore important to keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open. De­tergent residues could still be present in the machine. Seek medical advice immediately if a child has swallowed or inhaled any deter­gents.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Technical safety

Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and re­pairs should only be carried out by a Miele authorized technician.
Damage to the dishwasher can compromise your safety. Before
using the dishwasher and in particular following transport, check it for any visible damage. Never use a damaged dishwasher.
The electrical safety of the dishwasher can only be guaranteed
when correctly grounded. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is fulfilled. If in doubt, the electrical installation should be checked by a qualified service technician. Miele cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate or lack of grounding system (e.g., electric shock).
Reliable and safe operation of this dishwasher can only be as-
sured if it has been connected to the power supply.
Where the dishwasher is plugged into the electricity supply using
a 3-pin plug with a grounding contact, 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 be-
cause the building-in niche may be too small. Danger of overheating and fire risk if the dishwasher were to be pushed up against a plug.
The dishwasher must not be installed underneath a cooktop. The
high temperatures radiated by cooktops could damage the dish­washer below. For the same reason, the dishwasher must not be in­stalled next to open fires or other appliances that give off heat, such as heaters etc., not normally found in a kitchen.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Ensure that the connection data on the dishwasher’s data plate
(fuse rating, frequency, and voltage) match the electricity supply. This data must correspond in order to avoid the risk of damage to the dishwasher. Compare these before connecting the appliance to the electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified service technician.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the electricity 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 mecha-
nism is working correctly. Otherwise there could be a risk of danger while the automatic door opening mechanism (depending on the model) is active. To check that the door opening mechanism is working correctly:
- The door springs must be evenly adjusted 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.
Power bars and extension cords do not guarantee the required
safety of the appliance (risk of fire). Do not connect the dishwasher to the electricity supply using a power bar or an extension cord.
The dishwasher 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 are at risk of tearing or bursting. 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The water-connection pressure needs to be between 7.25 and
145 psi (50 and 1,000kPa).
A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous. If the dishwasher
gets damaged, turn it off at the electricity supply immediately and contact your Miele dealer or Miele Customer Service.
The manufacturer’s warranty may be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired to Miele authorized service standards.
We recommend replacing defective components with original
parts. If original Miele parts are installed correctly, Miele ensures full compliance with safety requirements and the warranty remains valid.
During installation, maintenance, and repair work, the dishwasher
must be disconnected from the electricity supply (turn it off and with­draw the plug from the socket).
If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced with a spe-
cific cord of the same type (available from Miele Customer Service). For safety reasons, this must only be done by Miele Customer Ser­vice or a service technician authorized by Miele.
Do not sit the dishwasher on the hose. The hose needs to be free
of kinks and able to move freely after installation. Do not place hose or power cord next to a heat source e.g. hot water pipes. Do not ex­pose hose or power cord to corrosive substances or their vapors (e.g. chloride). Damage of hose or power cord could cause electrical shock or water damage.

Correct installation

The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
with the supplied installation sheet.
Be careful before and while installing the dishwasher.
Some metal parts pose a risk of injury/being cut. Wear pro­tective gloves.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The dishwasher must be correctly aligned horizontally to ensure
problem-free operation.
In order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated dishwashers
must only be installed under a continuous countertop which is se­cured to adjacent cabinetry.
The dishwasher must only be built into a tall cabinet if additional
safety precautions are taken. In order to safely install the appliance in a tall cabinet, please use the tall cabinet installation kit and ob­serve the installation sheet provided. Otherwise there is the danger of the cabinet tipping over.
The door springs must be evenly adjusted 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 must only be operated with properly adjusted door springs. If the door cannot be adjusted properly, contact the Miele Customer Service.
The maximum weight of the front panel that can be aligned with the factory-installed door springs is 22-26.5 lb (10–12kg) depending on model.

Correct use

Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. There is a danger of explo-
sion.
Dishwasher detergents can cause burning on the skin and in the
eyes, nose, mouth, and throat. Avoid contact with detergents. Do not inhale powder detergents. Do not swallow dishwasher detergents. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
Avoid leaving the dishwasher door open unnecessarily. You could
injure yourself on the opened door or trip over it.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not sit, stand, or lean on the opened door. The dishwasher
could tip over. This could injure you or damage the dishwasher.
Dishes may be very hot at the end of the program. Allow the
dishes to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle before unloading them.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic dish-
washers. Do not use liquid dish soap.
Do not use any commercial or industrial detergents. These may
cause material 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 damage to the rinse aid reservoir.
Do not fill the AutoDos (depending on model) with powder or liq-
uid detergent. Loose detergent will damage the AutoDos.
In dishwashers with a cutlery basket (depending on model), knives
and forks should be placed with the handles upwards in the basket for safety reasons. Knives and forks placed with the handles down­wards pose a danger of injury. However, cutlery placed handle down in the cutlery basket will come out cleaner and drier.
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 timer option (depending on model), the detergent
compartment must be dry. Wipe dry with a cloth first if necessary. The detergent will clump together if the detergent compartment is not dry, and this may mean that it is not fully rinsed out.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Accessories and parts

Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used, war-
ranty, performance, and, if applicable, product liability claims will be invalidated.
Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a mini-
mum of 10years and up to 15years following the discontinuation of your dishwasher.

Transport

Damage to the dishwasher can compromise your safety. Before
using the dishwasher, check it for any visible transport damage. Never use a damaged dishwasher.
Only transport the dishwasher in an upright position so that no
water flows into the electrical controls, as this would cause faults.
If you wish to transport the dishwasher, empty it and securely fas-
ten all loose parts such as baskets, hoses, and power cords.

Disposal of your old dishwasher

Remove the door of the dishwasher so that children cannot be-
come trapped inside.
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Notes on the operating instructions

These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models of different heights. The specific dishwasher models are re­ferred to as follows: Standard = 31 11/16" (80.5cm) high dishwashers (integrated) and 33 1/4" (84.5cm) high dishwashers (freestanding) XXL = 33 1/4" (84.5cm) high dishwash­ers (integrated).

Notes on the layout

Warnings

Warnings important for safety
are highlighted like this. This alerts you to the potential danger of injury to people or damage to property.
Read the warnings carefully and fol­low the instructions and directions.

Notes

Notes contain information that is par­ticularly important to follow.
They are highlighted in a thick framed box.
Additional information and com­ments
Additional information and comments are contained in a narrow frame.

Instructions for the user

Instructions on how to operate the dish­washer are identified by marked operat­ing steps. They explain the procedure step by step. Operating steps are indicated by a black square bullet point.
Example: Select the setting you want and press OK to confirm.
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The following items are supplied:
- dishwasher
- operating instructions for operating the dishwasher
- installation sheet for installing the dishwasher
- other installation accessories for in­stalling the dishwasher (see installa­tion sheet)
- funnel for filling the reactivation salt (if available)
- additional printed matter and add­ons if required

Scope of delivery

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Guide to the appliance

Appliance overview

a
Top spray arm
b
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
c
Upper basket (depending on model)
d
Middle spray arm
e
Aeration valve
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f
Bottom spray arm
g
Filter combination
h
Data plate
i
Rinse aid reservoir
j
Detergent compartment

Control field

a
Program selection
Normal = NormalPots = Pots & PansQuick = QuickIntenseWashSani = SaniWashRinse = Rinse & Hold
b
Time display
c
Indicator lights/refill reminders
/ = Intake/Drainage = Rinse aid
d
Start button with indicator light For starting the selected program.
e
Express button For reducing the program cycle time.
f
Timer button For selecting a later program start.
g
Program program selection button For program selection.
h
On/Off button For turning the dishwasher on and off.
Guide to the appliance
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Caring for the environment

Disposal of the packing mate­rial
The cardboard box and packing materi­als protect the appliance during ship­ping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of children. Dan­ger of suffocation!

Disposal of your old appliance

Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable materials. They also contain certain substances, compounds and components which were essential for the proper functioning and safe use of the equipment. Handling these mate­rials improperly by disposing of them in your household waste can be harmful to your health and the environment. There­fore, please do not dispose of your old appliance with regular household waste and follow local regulations on proper disposal.
Consult with local authorities, dealers or Miele in order to dispose of and recycle electrical and electronic appliances. Miele assumes no responsibility for deleting any personal data left on the appliance being disposed. Please en­sure that your old appliance is kept away from children until removal. Ob­serve safety requirements for appli­ances that may tip over or pose an en­trapment hazard.
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Before using for the first time

Every dishwasher is tested at the fac­tory. There will be residual water in the machine from this test. It is not an in­dication that the dishwasher has been used previously.

Opening the door

To open the door, reach under the re-
cessed grip and pull the handle.
If the door is opened during operation, all functions are automatically inter­rupted.

Closing the door

Insert the baskets.Then lift the door upward and push
until it clicks into position.
Risk of crushing due to the door
closing. When closing the door, you are at
risk of shutting your fingers in it. Do not put your hand inside the door
as it is closing.

Activating the safety lock

Use the safety lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door. The door can then only be opened by using a lot of force.
Risk of scalding due to hot wa-
ter. During operation, water in the dish-
washer may be very hot. During operation, only open the door
with extreme caution.
To lock the door, push the slide un-
derneath the recessed grip to the right.
To unlock the door, push the slide to
the left.
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Before using for the first time

Rinse aid

Rinse aid is necessary to ensure that water does not cling and leave marks on dishes during the drying phase, and helps dishes dry faster after they have been washed. Rinse aid is poured into the reservoir and the amount set is dispensed auto­matically.
Liquid dish soap or detergent
can cause damage. Liquid dish soap and detergent can
damage the rinse-aid reservoir. Only fill it with rinse aid formulated
for domestic dishwashers.
Alternatively, you could use liquid citric acid at a concentration of up to 10%. The resulting rinsing and drying quality will not, however, be as good as when rinse aid is used.
Risk of acid damage.
The dishwasher can be damaged by high concentrations of acid.
Under no circumstances should you use citric acid with a higher acid content.
If you only ever wish to use combina­tion detergent products in your dish­washer, you do not need to add rinse aid. However, for optimum rinsing and drying results, use dishwasher deter­gent and add rinse aid separately.
Please make sure that if you stop us­ing combination detergents, you refill the rinse aid. Turn the refill reminder back on if required.
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Before using for the first time

Adding rinse aid

Press the yellow button on the lid
of the rinse-aid reservoir.
The lid will spring open.
Close the lid firmly until you hear it
click into place. Otherwise, water can enter the rinse-aid reservoir during a program.
Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents excess foam developing during the next program.

Filling the rinse-aid reservoir

When the refill reminder Rinse aid appears in the display, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 to 3 programs only.
Add rinse aid in plenty of time.
The rinse-aid refill reminder will go out.
If you only ever use combination de­tergent products containing rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can turn off the refill reminder if you wish (see “Turning off the refill reminders” under “Options”).
Fill with rinse aid until the filling level
indicator (arrow) changes to a dark color while the door is horizontally open.
The rinse-aid reservoir holds approxi­mately 110ml.
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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 can be set from 0 to 6ml. 3ml is the factory default setting.
The rinse-aid dosage can turn out to be higher than the set value due to the au­tomatic adjustment of the program.
If spots appear on dishes and glass­ware:
- Increase the rinse-aid dosage.
If clouding or smearing appears on dishes and glassware:
- Decrease the rinse-aid dosage.
Turn the dishwasher off with the
button, if it is turned on.
Press the Startbutton in and, while
holding it in, turn the dishwasher on
using the button. Keep the Startbutton pressed in for at least 4seconds until the Start indi­cator light comes on.
If this does not happen, start the proce­dure from the beginning again.
Press the Program button 3 times.
The left program indicator light will flash rapidly 3 times at intervals.
The set value will appear in the display after.
 will start flashing in the time display. Setting3 is set.
Use the Startbutton to select the re-
quired setting. The dosage amount increases each time you press the button. When the highest value is reached, the setting starts again from the beginning.
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The setting is now saved. Turn the dishwasher off with the
button.

Caring for the environment

Energy-saving dishwashing

This dishwasher is exceptionally eco­nomical in its use of water and electric­ity. You can make the most of your ma­chine by following these tips:
- Washing in a dishwasher generally uses less water and energy than washing by hand.
- There is no need to pre-rinse items under running water, and this unnec­essarily increases water and energy consumption.
- Make full use of the basket capacity without overloading the dishwasher. This results in the most economical dishwashing in terms of energy and water consumption.
- Choose a program that best suits the degree of soiling and the type of dishes being washed (see “Program overview”).
- You can connect the dishwasher to a hot-water supply. A hot water con­nection is particularly suitable with energy-saving water heating sources, such as solar energy with a circula­tion system. If the water is heated by electricity, we would recommend connection to cold water.
- Select the Normal program for en­ergy-saving dishwashing. This pro­gram is the most efficient in terms of its combined energy and water con­sumption for cleaning dishware with a normal level of soiling.
- Follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommendations on detergent dosage.
- When using powder or liquid deter­gent, you can use 1/3 less detergent if
baskets are only half full.
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General information

Remove coarse food residues from dishes.
There is no need to pre-rinse items un­der running water.
Damage can be caused by ash,
sand, wax, lubricating grease, or paint.
These substances will contaminate the dishwasher and can then no longer be removed.
Do not wash items soiled with these substances in the dishwasher.
Dishes can be loaded anywhere in the baskets, but the following notes should be observed:
- Do not place dishes and utensils in­side other items where they will cover one another.
- Load the dishes so that water can access all surfaces. This ensures that they get properly cleaned.
- The spray arms must not be blocked by items which are too tall or hang through the baskets. 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 such as lids should therefore be placed in the cutlery tray or cutlery basket (depending on model).
Some foods such as carrots, toma­toes, or ketchup may contain natural dyes. These dyes can discolor plastic items in the dishwasher if large quanti­ties of these foods are in contact with the dishes inside the appliance. The stability of plastic items is not affected by this discoloration. Washing silverware can also cause plastic items to discolor.
- Make sure that all items are securely positioned.
- Hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans, etc., must be inverted in the baskets.
- Tall, narrow, hollow items such as champagne glasses should be placed in the center of the basket rather than in the corners. This en­sures the hollow items are more eas­ily accessed by the water jets.
- Concave items such as mugs or bowls should be placed at an angle so that the water can run off.
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Wash items not suitable for dish­washers:
- Wooden cutlery and dishes or items with wooden parts. These may dis­color and fade. The glue used in these items is not dishwasher-proof and wooden handles may come loose after being washed in a dish­washer.
- Craft items, antiques, valuable vases, and decorative glassware. Such items are not suitable for dishwash­ers.
- Plastic items that are not heat resis­tant. The high temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose shape.
- Copper, brass, tin and aluminum items. These may discolor or become dull.
- Colors painted over a glaze. These may fade after a number of washes.
- Delicate glassware and glassware containing lead crystal. Clouding may occur over time.
Silver
Silver that has been in contact with foods containing sulphur can discolor. These include egg yolk, onions, mayon­naise, mustard, fish, and marinades.
Silverware previously cleaned with a silver polish may still be damp or spot-
ted at the end of a program, where wa­ter has not run off smoothly.
Damage due to caustic alkaline
detergents. Aluminum parts (e.g., the grease fil-
ters of ventilation hoods) can be damaged by caustic alkaline deter­gents. In extreme cases, there is a risk of an explosive chemical reac­tion (such as an explosive oxyhydro­gen gas reaction).
Aluminum components must not be cleaned in the dishwasher with caus­tic alkaline commercial or industrial detergents.
Tip: When purchasing new dishes and cutlery, make sure they are dishwasher­proof if you want to wash them in the dishwasher.

Glass care

- Clouding may occur on glasses after frequent washing in the dishwasher. When washing delicate glassware in the dishwasher, ensure that only a special glass-care program with very low temperatures is selected (see “Program overview”). This will reduce the risk of clouding.
- Purchase glassware that is dish­washer-safe (e.g., Riedel glassware).
- Use detergents with glass protective additives.
Tip: Rub the silver dry with a cloth.
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Lower basket
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