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 plan before
it is installed and used for the
first time.
en-GB
M.-Nr. 09 255 970
Contents
Description of the appliance.........................................5
Appliance overview .................................................5
Control panel ......................................................6
Warning and Safety instructions .....................................7
Caring for our environment ........................................17
Disposal of the packing
material .........................................................17
Disposal of your old appliance .......................................17
Energy saving dishwashing..........................................18
Before using for the first time.......................................19
To open the door ..................................................19
To close the door ..................................................19
Water softener ....................................................20
Programming the water hardness level ..............................21
Before using the appliance for the first time, you require:...................22
Filling the salt reservoir .............................................22
Salt indicator .....................................................23
Switching off the refill indicators ....................................24
Rinse aid ........................................................25
Adding rinse aid ..................................................25
Rinse aid indicator .................................................26
Setting the rinse aid dosage .........................................27
Loading the dishwasher ...........................................28
Items not suitable for dishwashers: ....................................29
Upper basket .....................................................30
Cup rack (depending on model) ...................................30
Adjusting the upper basket .......................................31
Lower basket .....................................................32
MultiComfort area ...............................................33
Hinged spikes (depending on model) ...............................33
Cutlery ..........................................................34
Cutlery tray (depending on model)..................................34
Cutlery basket (depending on model) ...............................35
Operation .......................................................36
Detergent ........................................................36
Adding detergent..................................................38
Switching on .....................................................40
Selecting a programme .............................................40
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Contents
Starting the programme.............................................40
Time display......................................................41
Standby .........................................................41
At the end of the programme.........................................42
Switching off .....................................................42
Unloading the dishwasher ...........................................42
Interrupting a programme ...........................................43
Changing a programme ............................................43
Additional functions ..............................................44
Turbo ...........................................................44
DetergentAgent ...................................................44
Delay start .......................................................45
Buzzer ..........................................................47
Adjust Sensor wash ................................................48
Memory .........................................................49
Optimise standby..................................................50
Factory default ....................................................51
Cleaning and care ................................................52
Cleaning the wash cabinet ..........................................52
Cleaning the door and the door seal ...................................52
Cleaning the control panel and door front...............................53
Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet.................................54
Cleaning the spray arms ............................................56
Problem solving guide ............................................57
Technical problems ................................................57
Water inlet/drain fault ...............................................59
General problems .................................................60
Noises ..........................................................61
Unsatisfactory washing result ........................................62
Maintenance .....................................................65
Cleaning the water inlet filter .........................................65
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve...........................66
After sales service ................................................67
Repairs .......................................................67
Guarantee .....................................................67
Future updates .................................................67
For testing institutes................................................67
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Contents
Programme chart .................................................68
Optional accessories..............................................72
Electrical connection..............................................73
Plumbing........................................................74
The Miele waterproof anti-leak system .................................74
Connection to the water supply .......................................74
Drainage ........................................................75
Technical data ...................................................76
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Appliance overview
Description of the appliance
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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Description of the appliance
Control panel
a Check/Refill indicators
b Time display
c Delay start button ,
with indicator light
d Turbo button with indicator light
e Programmes
f Programme selector button
g On/Off button K with indicator light
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
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Warning and Safety instructions
This appliance conforms to 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 appliance,
please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first
time. They contain important information on its safety, use and
maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any
future owner.
Correct application
This dishwasher is not designed for commercial use. It is
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intended for use in domestic households and in similar working and
residential environments.
The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use.
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It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in
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these operating instructions, for cleaning domestic crockery and
cutlery.
Any other usage is not supported by the manufacturer and could be
dangerous. Miele cannot be held liable for damage resulting from
incorrect or improper use or operation.
The appliance can only be used by people with reduced
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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 understand the hazards
involved.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the
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appliance unless they are constantly supervised.
Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher if they
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have been shown how to use it in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
Children must not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance
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unsupervised.
Keep very young children away from it at all times and supervise
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them whilst you are using it. To prevent the risk of injury, do not allow
them to play with it or use the controls. There is a danger that
children playing might shut themselves in the dishwasher.
Keep children away from detergents. Dishwasher detergents
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contain irritant and corrosive ingredients which 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
Before setting up the appliance, check it for any externally visible
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damage. Under no circumstances should you use a damaged
appliance. It could be dangerous.
The dishwasher must only be plugged into the electricity supply
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via a suitable switched socket. 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. (See "Electrical
connection").
There must be no electrical sockets behind the dishwasher.
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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
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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.
Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has
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been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door
springs.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Before connecting the appliance, check that the connection data
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on the data plate (voltage and frequency) match the mains
electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed if
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correctly earthed. It is most important that this basic safety
requirement is observed and regularly tested and where there is any
doubt the electrical system in the house should be checked by a
qualified electrician.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an
inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
Do not connect the appliance to the mains electricity supply by a
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multi-socket adapter or an extension lead. These do not guarantee
the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
The appliance must not be used in a non-stationary location (e.g.
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on a ship).
Do not install the dishwasher in a room where there is a risk of
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frost. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic
control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The plastic housing of the water connection contains an electrical
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component. The housing must not be dipped in water.
There are electrical wires in the water inlet hose. Do not cut the
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water inlet hose, even if it is too long.
The integrated Waterproof System offers protection from water
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damage, provided the following conditions are met:
The dishwasher is correctly installed and plumbed in.
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The dishwasher is properly maintained and parts are replaced
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where it can be seen that this is necessary.
– The stopcock has been turned off when the appliance is not used
for a longer period of time (e.g. during holidays).
The Waterproof system will work even if the appliance is switched
off. However, the appliance must remain connected to the electricity
supply.
A damaged dishwasher could be dangerous. If the dishwasher
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gets damaged, switch it off at the mains and call your Miele Dealer
or the Miele Service Department.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the
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user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be
undertaken by a Miele approved service technician, otherwise any
subsequent damage will not be covered by the guarantee.
Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele
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original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can Miele
guarantee the safety standards of the appliance.
Always disconnect the dishwasher from the electrical supply for
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maintenance work (switch off at the wall socket and remove the
plug).
If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced with a
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special cable available from Miele. For safety reasons this must only
be fitted by Miele Service or a Miele approved service technician.
In areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or
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other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the appliance and
its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which
may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered
by the guarantee.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct installation
The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance
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with the diagram supplied.
Take care, both before and during installation of the
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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
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operation.
In order to ensure stability, built-under and integrated
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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
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built-under ("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
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are correctly adjusted when the door remains stationary when left
open at 45°. It is important that the door is held in place by the
springs and cannot fall open.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Correct use
Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
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Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher
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detergents contain irritant or corrosive ingredients which 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.
Avoid leaving the door open unnecessarily, as you could trip over
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it.
Dishes can be very hot at the end of the programme.
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Allow them to cool until they are comfortable enough to handle
before unloading.
Do not sit or lean on the opened door. This could cause the
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dishwasher to tip and be damaged, and you could get injured.
Only use detergent and rinse aid formulated for domestic
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dishwashers. Do not use washing-up liquid.
Do not use commercial or industrial detergents as these may
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cause damage, and there is a risk of severe chemical reaction.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir with powder or liquid detergent.
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This will cause serious damage to the reservoir.
Do not fill the salt reservoir with powder or liquid dishwasher
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detergent. This 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,
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as other salts may contain insoluble additives which can impair the
functioning of the water softener.
In an appliance with a cutlery basket (depending on model)
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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,
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such as disposable plastic containers, or plastic cutlery and
crockery should not be cleaned in the dishwasher. The high
temperatures in the dishwasher may cause them to melt or lose
shape.
On models with "Delay start", make sure that the dispenser is dry
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before adding detergent. Wipe dry if necessary. Detergent will clog
if poured into a damp dispenser and may not be thoroughly
dispersed.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Accessories
Only use genuine Miele original spare parts and accessories with
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this dishwasher. Using spare parts or accessories 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
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accidentally shut themselves in. Make appropriate arrangements for
the disposal of the appliance.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused by
non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
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Caring for our environment
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and should be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings,
bags, etc. are disposed of safely and
kept out of the reach of babies and
young children. Danger of suffocation.
The packaging consists of the following
materials:
Outer packaging:
– Corrugated cardboard made from up
to 100% recyclable material:
or: Polyethylene (PE) shrink wrap
– Polyproplylene (PP) strapping
Inner packaging:
– Chlorine and fluorine free expanded
polystyrene (EPS)
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Base, lid frame and support battens
made from untreated natural wood
from renewable forests
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Polyethylene (PE) protective wrap
Disposal of your old appliance
Electrical and electronic appliances
often contain materials which, if
handled or disposed of incorrectly,
could be potentially hazardous to
human health and to the environment.
They are, however, essential for the
correct functioning of your appliance.
Please do not therefore dispose of it
with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local
community waste collection / recycling
centre or contact your dealer for
advice.
Ensure that it presents no danger to
children while being stored for
disposal.
To enable sorting by type of plastic for
recycling, all plastic parts of the
appliance are labelled with international
standard symbols.
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Caring for our environment
Energy saving dishwashing
This dishwasher is exceptionally
economical in its use of water and
electricity. You can make the most of
your appliance by following these tips:
If your water supply is suitable, this
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dishwasher can be connected to a
hot water supply for further
economies. If the water is heated by
solar panels, for example, this would
be energy efficient.
However, if your water is heated by
electricity we would recommend
connection to cold water.
^ 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 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
detergent you can use
detergent if baskets are only half full.
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/3less
Before using for the first time
To open the door
^ Pull the handle.
If the door is opened during operation
all functions are automatically
interrupted.
To close the door
Push the baskets right in.
^
Then lift the door upwards and push
^
until it clicks into position.
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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 the 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
this 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 (ß3.8 mmol/l, or 21 °d German
scale), dishwasher salt is not
required if combination tablets are
being used (see "Detergent").
– The dishwasher must be
programmed for the water hardness
in your area.
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.
If your water is harder or softer, you will
need to programme the water hardness
level. See following section.
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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 6.7 - 9.0 mmol/l (37 50 °d), always programme the
dishwasher to the higher value
(9.0 mmol/l 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
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Programming the water hardness
level
Switch the dishwasher off with the
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On/Off button K, if it is switched on.
Press and hold the Programme
^
selector button in.
Switch the dishwasher on using the
^
On/Off button K, and hold the
Programme selector button in until
the lower right hand programme
indicator lights up.
If this does not happen, start the
procedure from the beginning again.
^ Press the Turbo button twice.
The "Turbo" check light will flash briefly
twice at intervals.
The characters "p15" will flash one
after the other in the display.
This means that the water hardness
level has been set at 15 °d - German
scale (2.7 mmol/l) (factory setting).
^
Use the Programme selector button
to select the value which
corresponds 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.
^
Switch the dishwasher off using the
On/Off button K.
Before using for the first time
°d
German
scale
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37-50
51-60
61-70
mmol/l °f Value
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0.2
0.4
0.5
0.7
0.9
1.1
1.3
1.4
1.6
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.3
2.5
2.7
2.9
3.1
3.2
3.4
3.6
3.8
4.0
4.1
4.3
4.5
4.7
4.9
5.0
5.2
5.4
5.6
5.8
5.9
6.1
6.3
6.5
6.7-9.0
9.2-10.8
11.0-12.6
67-89
91-108
110-126
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25
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31
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36
38
40
41
43
45
47
49
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56
58
59
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65
displayed
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9
1
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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,
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approx. 2 kg dishwasher salt*,
–
domestic dishwasher detergent*,
–
rinse aid* formulated for domestic
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dishwashers.
*See "Optional accessories".
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.
Filling the salt reservoir
If the water in your area is very soft
and constantly lower than
0.7 mmol/l (4 °d), you do not need
to add dishwasher salt. The water
softener must, however, still be
programmed to correspond to the
water hardness level in your area.
Important: 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.
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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!
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Please only use special coarse
grained dishwasher salt for
reactivation, as other salts may
contain insoluble additives which
can impair the functioning of the
softener.
Before using for the first time
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.
As the salt reservoir is filled,
displaced water will overflow.
Salt indicator
Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher
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salt when the salt indicator light
comes on. (If it comes on during a
programme, wait until the end of the
programme).
After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically
reactivated the next time the
dishwasher is run. The salt refill
indicator may still be illuminated during
this process. It will go out once the salt
concentration has reached the correct
level.
The salt refill indicator will not come on
if the dishwasher has been
programmed for a water hardness level
of less than 0.7 mmol/l (4 °d German
scale).
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After filling the the salt reservoir,
run the Quick wash programme immediately without any crockery in
the dishwasher to remove any traces
of salt from the cabinet (do not use
the Turbo function if your
dishwasher has this feature).
^
Clean any excess salt from around
the reservoir opening and then screw
the cap on again firmly.
^
Run the Quick wash programme im
mediately without any crockery in the
dishwasher to remove any traces of
salt from the cabinet (do not use the
Turbo function if your dishwasher has
this feature).
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Before using for the first time
Switching off the refill indicators
If you only ever use combination
products containing salt and rinse aid
in your dishwasher, you can switch
both of these indicators off if you wish.
Switch the dishwasher off using the
^
On/Off button K.
Press the programme selector button
^
in, and whilst holding it in switch
the dishwasher on using the On/Off
button K.
Keep the Programme selector button
pressed in until the lower right hand
programme indicator comes on.
If this does not happen, start the
procedure from the beginning again.
^ Press the Turbo button 9 times.
The Turbo indicator will flash briefly 9
times at intervals.
The characters flashing in the display
will show whether the refill indicators
are switched on or off.
"p1": the refill indicators are switched
–
on.
"p0": the refill indicators are
–
switched off.
If you want to change the setting,
^
press the Programme selector
button.
The setting is now stored in memory.
Switch the dishwasher off using the
^
On/Off button K.
If you switch to using detergent that
does not contain salt or rinse aid, it
is important to remember to
replenish the salt and rinse aid and
to switch the refill indicators back
on.
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