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Miele G 5216 Operating instructions

Operating instructions Dishwasher
Always read the operating instructions and the installation sheet before setting up, installing, and commissioning the appliance. This prevents both personal injury and damage to the machine.
en-CA M.-Nr. 11 694 150HG07
Contents
Displaying and setting the water hardness level............................................ 22
Filling the salt reservoir................................................................................... 24
Refilling the salt .............................................................................................. 25
Adding rinse aid ............................................................................................. 27
Filling the rinse aid reservoir........................................................................... 27
Loading the 3D MultiFlex Tray........................................................................ 38
Loading the cutlery basket............................................................................. 39
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Warnings and 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.
In accordance with standard IEC60335-1, Miele expressly and strongly advises that you read and follow the instructions in the section on installing the dishwasher as well as the safety instructions and warnings. 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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Warnings and safety instructions

Correct application

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 4,000m
above sea level.
This dishwasher must only be used for cleaning domestic
dishware and cutlery. All other types of use are not permitted.
This dishwasher is not intended for use by people with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision and instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety. They may only use the dishwasher without supervision if they have been shown how to use it in a safe manner. They must be able to recognize and understand the possible consequences of incorrect operation.
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Warnings and safety instructions

Safety with children

Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
dishwasher unless they are constantly supervised.
Children aged 8 and older 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 dishwasher door opens. There is a danger of injury in the unlikely event of a fault with the opening mechanism.
Danger of suffocation. While playing, children may become
entangled in packaging material (such as plastic wrapping) or pull it over their head, presenting 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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Warnings and safety instructions

Technical safety

Unauthorized installation, maintenance, and repairs can cause
considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance, and repairs must only be carried out by a qualified 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 electrician. 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
assured if it has been connected to the domestic electricity supply.
If the dishwasher is plugged into the domestic electricity supply
using a 3-pin plug with a grounding contact (it must not be hard­wired), the electrical socket must be easily accessible after the dishwasher is installed so that it can be disconnected from the domestic electricity supply at any time.
There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher
because 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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Warnings and safety instructions
Ensure that the connection data on the dishwasher’s data plate
(fuse rating, frequency, and voltage) match the domestic 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 electrician.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the domestic electricity supply
until it has been fully installed and any adjustments have 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 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.
Multi-socket adapters and extension leads do not guarantee the
required safety of the appliance (risk of fire). Do not connect the dishwasher to the domestic 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 dishwasher, it must only be operated
when it is connected to a fully vented plumbing system.
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Warnings and safety instructions
The water-connection pressure needs to be between 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 Service.
The manufacturer’s warranty will be invalidated if the appliance is
not repaired by a Miele authorized service technician.
We recommend replacing defective components with original
spare parts. If original Miele spare 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 domestic electricity supply (turn it off and withdraw the plug from the socket).
If the power cable is damaged, it must only be replaced with a
specific cable of the same type (available from Miele Service). For safety reasons, this must only be done by Miele 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 the hose or power cord next to a heat source e.g., hot water pipes. Do not expose the hose or power cord to corrosive substances (e.g., chloride). Damage to the 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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Warnings and 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 unit if additional
safety precautions are taken. In order to safely install the appliance in a tall unit, please use the tall unit installation kit and observe the installation sheet provided. Otherwise there is the danger of the unit 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 Miele Service.
The maximum weight of the front panel that can be aligned with the factory fitted door springs is 10–12kg (depending on model).

Correct use

Do not use solvents in the wash cabinet. There is a danger of
explosion.
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.
Do not sit, stand, or lean on the opened door. The dishwasher
could tip over. This could injure you or damage the dishwasher.
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Warnings and safety instructions
Dishware may be very hot at the end of the program. Allow
dishware to cool until it is comfortable enough to handle before unloading them.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic
dishwashers. 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
liquid detergent. Loose detergent will damage the AutoDos.
Do not fill the salt reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
Dishwasher detergent will damage the water softener.
Use only special, coarse-grained reactivation salt or other pure
evaporated salt. Other types of salt may contain insoluble components which can cause the water softener to malfunction.
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 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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Warnings and safety instructions

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original Miele accessories. If other parts are used,
warranty, performance, and, if applicable, product liability claims will be invalidated.
Miele will guarantee to supply functional spare parts for a
minimum 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
fasten all loose parts such as baskets, hoses, and power cables.

Disposal of your old dishwasher

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

These operating instructions apply to several different dishwasher models of different heights. The different dishwasher models will be named as follows: normal = dishwasher measuring
80.5cm high (built-in appliance) or 84.5cm high (freestanding appliance) XXL = dishwasher measuring 84.5cm high (built-in appliance).

Notes on the layout

Warnings

Information which is important
for safety is highlighted in a thick framed box with a warning symbol. This alerts you to the potential danger of injury to people or damage to property.
Read these warning notes carefully and observe the procedural instructions and codes of practice they describe.

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 desired setting and press OK to confirm.

Notes

Notes contain information that requires particular attention.
They are highlighted by a thickly framed box.
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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
- additional printed matter and add­ons if required

Items included

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Guide to the appliance

Machine overview

a
Top spray arm
b
Cutlery tray (depending on model)
c
Upper basket (depending on model)
d
Middle spray arm
e
Aeration valve
f
Lower spray arm
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g
Filter combination
h
Salt reservoir
i
Data plate
j
Rinse aid reservoir
k
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 = Salt
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 packaging material

The cardboard box and packaging materials protect the appliance during shipping. They have been designed to be biodegradable and recyclable.
Recycling the packaging reduces the use of raw materials in the manufacturing process and also the amount of waste.

Disposal of your old appliance

Electronic and electrical appliances contain many valuable materials. They also contain certain materials, compounds and components which were essential for the proper functioning and safe use of the equipment. These could be hazardous to your health and to the environment if disposed of with general waste or if handled incorrectly. Therefore, please do not dispose of your old appliance with general waste.
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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Initial commissioning

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

In some programs, the door automatically opens slightly to assist the drying process. This function can be deactivated, if preferred (see “AutoOpen” under “Options”).
At the end of the program, if the AutoOpen function is on, the door locking pins automatically retract.
To prevent a technical fault, do not hold the door locking pins firmly when they are retracting.
If the door is opened during operation, all functions are automatically interrupted.
Risk of scalding due to hot
water. During operation, water in the
dishwasher may be very hot. During operation, only open the door
with extreme caution.
Risk of injury due to door
opening automatically. The door may open automatically at
the end of a program. Keep the area around the door free
of obstructions.
To open the door, reach under the
recessed grip and pull the handle.
Open the door fully to disengage the
locking mechanism.
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Initial commissioning

Closing the door

Push the baskets in.Raise the door upward until the catch
engages.
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 child lock

Use the child lock to prevent children opening the dishwasher door. 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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Initial commissioning

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 dishware and in the dishwasher. Domestic water with a hardness level higher than 0.9mmol/l (5°dH – German scale) must be softened. This occurs automatically in the integrated water softener. The water softener is suitable for a water hardness level of up to
12.6mmol/l (70°dH – German scale).
In order to be reactivated, the water softener requires reactivation salt. Depending on the water hardness level (<3.8mmol/l, or <21°dH – German scale), reactivation salt may not be required if combination detergents are being used (see “Active ingredients” under “Detergents”).
- You should program the dishwasher to the correct water hardness for your area.
If the water hardness in your area is available in a unit other than °dH, you can convert the values as follows: 1°dH = 0.18mmol/l = 1.78°fH
The dishwasher is programmed at the factory for a water hardness level 1°dH – German scale.
If your water hardness level corresponds to this setting, you can skip to the next section.
However, if you have a different water hardness level, you must adjust the water softener to match your water hardness.
- 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 or 10–15°dH – German scale), always program the dishwasher to the higher value (2.7mmol/l or 15°dH – German scale in this example).
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Initial commissioning

Displaying and setting the water hardness level

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 2times.
The left program indicator light will flash rapidly 2times at intervals.
The value set for the water hardness is shown as a figure after in the time display.
4 will start flashing in the time display. A water hardness of 14gr/gal (14°dH – German scale) is set.
Use the Startbutton to set the water
hardness value in your area. The dosage amount increases each time you press the button. When the highest value is reached, the setting starts again from the beginning.
The setting is now saved. Turn the dishwasher off with the
button.
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Reactivation salt

In order to maintain the functions of the water softener, it must be reactivated regularly.
In order to be reactivated, the water softener requires reactivation salt. Depending on the water hardness level (<3.8mmol/l, or <21°dH – German scale), reactivation salt may not be required if combination detergents are being used (see “Active ingredients” under “Detergents”).
If the water in your area is very soft and constantly lower than 0.9mmol/l (5°dH – German scale), you do not need to add reactivation salt. The salt refill reminder will automatically turn off after the water hardness has been set accordingly (see “Displaying and setting the water hardness level” under “Before using for the first time”).
Damage to the water softener
from detergent. Dishwasher detergent will damage
the water softener. Do not fill the salt reservoir with
powder or liquid detergent.
Damage caused by using
unsuitable salts. Some types of salt may contain
insoluble components which can cause the water softener to malfunction.
Use only special, coarse-grained reactivation salt or other pure evaporated salt.
If you only ever use combination detergent products containing salt and rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can turn off both refill reminders if you wish (see “Turning off the refill reminders” under “Options”).
Please make sure that if you stop using combination detergents, you refill the reactivation salt and rinse aid. Turn the refill reminders back on if required.
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Filling the salt reservoir

Before filling the salt reservoir for the first time, you must fill it with approx. 2l of water to enable the salt to dissolve.
Once the dishwasher has been used once, there is always sufficient water in the salt reservoir.
Remove the lower basket from the
wash cabinet and unscrew the salt reservoir cap.
Danger of corrosion due to saline
solution. Water or saline solution will run out
of the salt reservoir when the cap is opened. Salt solution that runs out can cause corrosion in the wash cabinet and to the wash items.
The cap should therefore only be removed in order to refill the salt reservoir.
Fill the salt reservoir with approx. 2l
of water (first use only).
Place the funnel provided over the
salt reservoir and carefully fill with reactivation salt until the reservoir is full. The salt reservoir holds up to 2kg of salt, depending on the type of salt used.
Clean off salt residues from around
the salt reservoir opening. Next, screw the salt reservoir cap on again firmly.
Immediately after filling the salt
reservoir and each time you remove the salt reservoir cap, run the 65°C QuickIntenseWash program with the Express program option selected without wash items in the dishwasher to dissolve and remove any traces of salt from the wash cabinet.
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Initial commissioning

Refilling the salt

When the Salt refill reminder lights
up, wait until the end of the program and then refill the salt reservoir.
Danger of corrosion due to saline
solution. Salt solution that runs out can cause
corrosion in the wash cabinet and to the wash items.
Each time you remove the salt reservoir cap, you must run the 65°C QuickIntenseWash program with the Express program option selected without wash items in the dishwasher. This will dissolve and remove any traces of salt from the wash cabinet.
After the salt reservoir has been filled, the refill reminder may still appear in the display if the salt concentration has not yet reached the correct level. It will go out once the salt concentration has reached the correct level.
The salt refill indicator will be turned off if you have programmed the dishwasher for a water hardness below 0.9mmol/l (5°dH – German scale).
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Rinse aid

Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water does not cling and leave marks on dishware during the drying phase and helps dishware dry faster after it has been washed. Rinse aid is poured into the container 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 reactivation salt and rinse aid separately.
Please make sure that if you stop using combination detergents, you refill the reactivation salt and rinse aid. Turn the refill reminders back on if required.
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Initial commissioning

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 over-foaming occurring 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 salt and rinse aid in your dishwasher, you can turn off both refill reminders 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 colour while the door is horizontally open.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approximately 110ml.
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Initial commissioning

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 dishware:
- Increase the rinse aid dosage.
If clouding or smearing appears on dishware:
- 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
required 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.
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