Miele G 692 I PLUS Operation Manual
Operating instructions
for dishwashers
It is essential to read the operating and
installation instructions before
installing, commissioning or using the
machine, to avoid the risk of accidents
or damage to the machine.
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M.-Nr. 06 022 900
Contents
Guide to the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Appliance overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Caring for the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Disposal of your old appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Energy saving washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before using the appliance for the first time you require. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
To open the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
To close the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Programming the water hardness level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Checking the programmed water hardness level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Filling the salt reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Salt indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Adding rinse aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Rinse aid indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the rinse aid dosage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Loading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Flap up rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Positioning rail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Lower basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Variable inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
To remove an insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
To fit an insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Hinged spike insert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Vario insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Bottle holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
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Contents
Cutlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Dishwashers with a cutlery basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Dishwashers with a cutlery tray (SC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Items not suitable for dishwashers: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Operating the dishwasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Adding detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Programme selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Starting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Programme sequence indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
At the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Switching off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Changing a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Additional options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
"Top Solo" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Drying fan running time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Unloading the dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Cleaning the spray arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Cleaning the wash cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Cleaning the door and the door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Cleaning the control panel and door front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Solving problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Cleaning the water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Comparison tests. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see Installation Instructions
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Guide to the appliance
Appliance overview
1 Upper spray arm (not visible)
2 Cutlery tray
(depending on model)
3 Upper basket
4 Water feed for middle spray arm
5 Middle spray arm
6 Lower spray arm
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7 Four height adjustable screw feet
8 Filter combination
9 Salt reservoir
10 Dual compartment detergent
dispenser
11 Rinse aid reservoir
(with dosage selector)
12 Data Plate
Control panel
Guide to the appliance
13 "On/Off" button
14 Programmes / Programme
indicator lights
15 Check/Refill indicators
16 Programme sequence display
17 "Start/Stop" button
18 "Top Solo" button
19 Programme selector buttons
20 Child safety lock
21 Door release
22 Ventilation outlet for drying fan
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Warning and Safety instructions
Installation
This appliance conforms to current
safety requirements. Inappropriate
use can, however, lead to personal
injury and damage to property.
Read the operating instructions
carefully before starting to use this
appliance. This way you will avoid
the risk of accidents and damage to
the appliance.
Keep these instructions in a safe
place for future reference, and pass
them on to any future user.
the installation instructions.
dishwasher has been installed.
Danger of overheating and fire risk if
the dishwasher were to be pushed up
against a plug.
The dishwasher must be installed
and connected in compliance with
The electrical socket must be
easily accessible after the
There must be no electrical
sockets behind the dishwasher.
Correct usage
This dishwasher is intended
exclusively for cleaning domestic
crockery and cutlery in a domestic
household. Using it for purposes other
than those for which it was designed,
as well as any alterations or
conversions to the machine would be
unauthorised and could cause harm.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damage resulting from improper or
incorrect use of the appliance.
Delivery
Before setting up the machine
check it for any externally visible
damage. Under no circumstances
should you use a damaged machine. A
damaged machine is dangerous.
Please ensure that the packaging
material is offered for recycling.
In order to ensure stability,
built-under and integrated
dishwashers must only be installed
under a continuous worktop which is
secured to adjacent cabinetry.
The dishwasher must not be
installed under a hob. The high
radiant temperatures which are
sometimes generated by a hob could
damage the dishwasher. For the same
reason it should not be installed next to
open fires or other appliances which
give off heat, such as heaters etc.
Do not connect the dishwasher to
the mains supply until it has been
installed.
Check that the voltage, frequency
and fuse rating shown on the data
plate match the household mains
supply.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The electrical safety of this
appliance can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between
the appliance and an effective earthing
system. It is most important that this
basic safety requirement is 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).
This equipment is not designed for
maritime use or for use in mobile
installations such as caravans, aircraft
etc. However it may be suitable for
such usage subject to a risk
assessment of the installation being
carried out by a suitably qualified
engineer.
A damaged machine is dangerous.
Switch off at the mains and call
your Miele supplier or the Miele Service
Department.
The plastic housing of the water
connection contains an electrical
component. The housing must therefore
not be dipped in water.
Daily use
Do not use solvents in the
dishwasher. Danger of explosion.
Water in the dishwasher must not
be used as drinking water. This wa
ter is not drinking water.
Avoid inhalation of powder
detergents. Do not ingest
dishwasher detergent! Dishwasher
detergents contain irritant or corrosive
ingredients. They can cause burning in
the nose, mouth and throat if
swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Consult
a doctor immediately if detergent has
been swallowed or inhaled.
Do not sit or lean on the opened
door. This could cause the
dishwasher to tip and be damaged and
you could get injured.
In an appliance with a cutlery
basket (depending on model)
cutlery is cleaned and dried more
efficiently if placed in the basket with
the handles downwards. However, to
avoid the risk of injury place cutlery
with sharp points with the handles
upwards.
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There are live wires in the water
inlet hose. Never cut the water inlet
hose, even if it is too long.
For safety reasons do not operate
this appliance on an extension
cable. (Danger of overheating).
Only use detergents formulated for
domestic dishwashers. Do not use
washing-up liquid.
Only use rinse aid formulated for
domestic dishwashers.
Only use special coarse grained
dishwasher salt for reactivation. Do
not use other salts such as cooking
salt, agricultural grade or gritting salt.
These may contain insoluble additives
which can impair the functioning of the
water softener.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Plastic items which cannot with
stand being washed in hot water,
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.
Take care on dishwashers with a
visible heater element
(depending on model)
Do not touch the heating element
during or directly after the end of a
programme. It will be hot. Danger of
burning!
Some plastic items could melt or
catch fire if they were to come into
contact with the heating element.
Therefore always place plastic items or
any other items which may not be
completely heat resistant in the upper
basket and ensure they cannot drop
down onto the heater element.
Any items which are too small to be
lodged securely in the upper basket
should not be cleaned in the dishwasher.
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Safety with children
Do not allow children to play in or
around the dishwasher, or to
operate it. There is a danger that
children playing might shut themselves
in the dishwasher.
Keep children away from dete
rgents. Dishwasher detergents
contain irritant or corrosive ingredients.
They can cause burning in the mouth,
nose and throat if swallowed, or inhibit
breathing. Consult a doctor immediate
ly if your child has swallowed or inhaled
detergent.
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To avoid the danger of children
coming into contact with the
dishwasher detergent: only add
detergent just before starting the
programme and close the door,
activating the child safety lock
(depending on model).
Keep children away from the
dishwasher when the door is open.
There could still be detergent residues
in the cabinet.
To ensure children do not come
into contact with detergent on
models with the "Delay start" function
make sure the dispenser is dry before
adding detergent. Wipe dry if
necessary. Detergent will clog if poured
into a damp dispenser and may not be
thoroughly dispersed. If the door is
open at the end of a programme,
children may come into contact with
this residue.
To avoid machine and material
damage
Do not fill the rinse aid reservoir
with powder or liquid detergent.
This will cause serious damage to the
reservoir.
Inadvertently filling the salt
reservoir with powder or liquid
dishwasher detergent always leads to
serious damage to the water softener.
Make sure you have picked up the
correct packet of dishwasher salt
before filling the salt reservoir!
Do not use commercial or industrial
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detergents as these may damage
material and there is a risk of severe
chemical reaction.
Warning and Safety instructions
The Miele Waterproof System offers
protection from water damage,
provided the following conditions are
met:
The dishwasher is correctly installed
–
and plumbed in.
The dishwasher is properly
–
maintained and parts are replaced
where it can be seen that this is
necessary.
The stopcock has been turned off
–
when the appliance is not used for a
longer period of time (e.g. during
holidays).
In countries where there are areas
which may be subject to infestation
by cockroaches or 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 appliance guarantee.
Disposal of your old appliance
When disposing of an old
dishwasher first make it unusable.
Disconnect, cut off the cable and the
plug from the cable. Make the door lock
inoperative by unscrewing 2
cross-slotted screws, so that children
cannot 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.
Repairs and maintenance
Repairs may only be carried out by
suitably qualified and competent
engineers in accordance with local and
national safety requirements. Repairs
and other work by unqualified persons
could be dangerous.
Always disconnect the appliance
from the electrical supply for
maintenance work (switch off at wall
socket and remove the plug, or remove
the screw out fuse in countries where
this is applicable).
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Caring for the environment
Disposal of the packing
material
The transport and protective packing
has been selected from materials which
are environmentally friendly for disposal
and can normally 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!
Rather than just throwing these
materials away, please ensure that they
are recycled.
Disposal of your old appliance
Old appliances contain materials which
can be recycled. Please contact your
dealer, your local waste collection
centre or scrap merchant about
potential recycling schemes.
Ensure that the appliance presents no
danger to children while being stored
for disposal. See the appropriate
section in the Warning and Safety
instructions.
Energy saving washing
This dishwasher is exceptionally
economical in its use of water and
electricity. You can make the most of
your appliance by following these tips:
If your household water system is
^
suitable, this dishwasher can be
connected to a hot water supply, for
further economies.
Although all stages of the wash then
take place with hot water, savings are
made in:
- the use of primary energy,
- costs,
- programme running times.
If, however, your water is heated by
electricity we would still 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.
^
The "Top Solo" function should only
be selected for washing very small
loads of crockery (see "Additional
functions").
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^
Select the Economy programme for
energy-saving dishwashing.
^
Use the correct amounts of
detergent.
^
Use only 2/3 of the given dosage if
baskets are only half full.
Before using the appliance for
the first time you require:
approx. 2 litres of water,
–
approx. 2 kg dishwasher reactivation
–
salt,
domestic dishwasher detergent,
–
rinse aid formulated for domestic
–
dishwashers.
Every dishwasher is tested at the
factory.
There will be residual water in the
appliance from this test. It is not an
indication that it has been previously
used.
Before using for the first time
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Before using for the first time
To open the door
^ Press the release catch inside the
door grip and pull forward.
If the door is opened during operation
all functions are automatically
interrupted.
To close the door
^ Push the baskets right in, lift the door
and push until it clicks into position.
Child safety lock
The yellow key for the child safety
lock is on one of the spikes at the
front of the upper basket.
Remove the key before switching on
the dishwasher and keep it in a safe
place away from the dishwasher.
To prevent children opening the
dishwasher door during operation, use
the key to lock the door:
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Horizontal setting:
The door is locked.
Vertical setting:
The door can be opened.
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 must be filled with
–
dishwasher salt for reactivation.
– The dishwasher must be
programmed to correspond to the
water hardness in your area.
– Your local water authority will be able
to advise you of the water hardness
level in your area.
Where the water hardness fluctuates
e.g. between 1.4 - 3.1 mmol/l (8 - 17 °d
German scale) always programme the
dishwasher to the higher value
(3.1 mmol/l in this example).
The dishwasher is set at the factory
for a hardness level of 0.2 -
0.7 mmol/l (1 - 4 °d ).
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 using the buttons on the control
panel. The other indicator lights will
flash following each press of a button.
However, only the indicator lights
mentioned in the following
programming process stages are
significant.
The programming procedure can be
cancelled at any time by pressing
the "On/Off" button. The procedure
can then be re-started from the
beginning again.
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 German scale
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Before using for the first time
Programming the water hardness
level
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
"On/Off" button (13).
^ Press the "Start/Stop" button (17) in
and whilst holding it in
switch the
dishwasher on using the "On/Off"
button (13).
Release the "Start/Stop" button within
two seconds.
The "Wash/Rinse" indicator light (16)
and the first programme indicator light *
(14) (factory setting) will come on and
the Salt indicator light (15) will flash.
If this is not the case the process must
be repeated.
* The programme settings on the control panel
run from top to bottom.
Setting the machine for water hard
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ness level 0.2 - 4.0 mmol/l (1°d - 22°d):
Use the programme buttons (19) to
select the programme that corresponds
to your water hardness level (see Table
1).
The indicator light (14) next to the
selected programme flashes and the
"Wash/Rinse" indicator light (16) comes
on.
Table 1:
°d
(German scale)
1 - 4 0.2 - 0.7 1
5 - 7 0.9 - 1.3 2
8 - 10 1.4 - 1.8 3
11 - 13 2.0 - 2.3 4
14 - 16 2.5 - 2.9 5
17 - 22 3.1 - 4.0 6
^
Press the "Start/Stop" button (17) twice.
mmol/l Programme
position
14
The programmed water hardness level
is now stored in memory.
^
Switch the dishwasher off using the
"On/Off" button (13).
Before using for the first time
Setting the machine for water hard
ness level 4.1 - 12.6 mmol/l (23°d 70°d):
Using the programme selector
^
buttons % (19) keep pressing down
through programme position 6 until
the "Wash/Rinse" (16) indicator light
flashes.
You are now in the second
programming level.
Use the programme selector buttons
^
(19) to select the programme that
corresponds to your water hardness
level (see Table 2).
The indicator light next to the
programme selected (14) and the
"Wash/Rinse" indicator light (16) will
start to flash.
Table 2:
°d
(German scale)
23 - 35 4.1 - 6.3 1
36 - 70 6.5 -12.6 2
mmol/l Programme
position
Checking the programmed water
hardness level
Switch the dishwasher off using the
^
"On/Off" button (13).
Press the "Start/Stop" button (17) in
^
and whilst holding it in
switch the
dishwasher on using the "On/Off"
button (13).
Release the "Start/Stop" button within
two seconds.
The water hardness level programmed
into the machine is indicated by a light
being on next to one of the
programmes.
There are two programming levels.
If the "Wash/Rinse" indicator light (16) is
on, you are in the first level
(see Table 1).
If the "Wash/Rinse" indicator light (16) is
flashing, you are in the second level
(see Table 2).
^ Switch the dishwasher off using the
"On/Off" button (13).
^
Press the "Start/Stop" button (17)
twice.
The programmed water hardness level
is now stored in memory.
^
Switch the dishwasher off using the
"On/Off" button (13).
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Before using for the first time
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. (The salt indicator light will still
come on, but should be ignored).
Important: Before filling the salt
reservoir with dishwasher salt for the
first time
2 litres of water to enable the salt to
dissolve. Once the dishwasher has
been used, there is always sufficient
water in the reservoir.
,
reservoir with powder or liquid
dishwasher detergent always leads
to serious damage to the water
softener. Make sure you have picked
up the correct packet of dishwasher
salt before filling the salt reservoir!
, you must fill it with approx.
Inadvertently filling the salt
Remove the lower basket and
^
unscrew the salt reservoir cap.
Fill the reservoir with approx. 2 litres
^
of water (first use).
^ 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.
^
Clean any excess salt from around
the reservoir opening and then screw
the cap on again firmly.
,
Only use special coarse grained
dishwasher salt for reactivation. Do
not use other salts such as cooking
salt, agricultural grade or gritting
salt. These may contain insoluble
additives which can impair the
functioning of the water softener.
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^
Run the "Pre-wash" programme im
mediately to remove any traces of
salt water from the cabinet.
-
Before using for the first time
Salt indicator
The salt indicator light comes on to
notify you that the reservoir is empty.
^ The reservoir should then be refilled
with dishwasher salt for reactivation.
(See: Filling the salt reservoir).
After the reservoir has been filled, the
water softener is automatically
reactivated the next time the
dishwasher is run. The salt indicator
light may still be illuminated during this
process. It will go out once the salt
concentration has reached the correct
level.
Note
If the water in your area is very soft and
constantly lower than 0.7 mmol (4 °d)
you do not need to add salt to the
reservoir. The salt indicator light,
however, will still come on, but should
be ignored.
(See "After sales service" for definition
of "PC").
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Before using for the first time
Rinse aid
Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water
does not cling and leave marks on
crockery during the drying phase.
Rinse aid is poured into the storage
reservoir and the amount set is
dispensed automatically.
Inadvertently filling the rinse aid
,
reservoir with powder or liquid
dishwasher detergent always
causes serious damage to the
reservoir. Only pour rinse aid
formulated for domestic
dishwashers into the reservoir.
Alternatively, it is possible to use
– Household vinegar with a max. 5%
acid content
or
– Liquid citric acid up to 50% acid
content.
Adding rinse aid
^ Press the button in the direction of
the arrow until the flap springs open.
The resulting rinsing and drying quality
will not, however, be as good as when
rinse aid is used.
,
Do not use vinegar with a higher
acid content (e.g. vinegar essence
25% acid). This must not be used as
its use would damage the
dishwasher.
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Add rinse aid only until it is visible on
^
the surface of the filter in the
opening.
The rinse aid reservoir holds approx.
130 ml.
^ Close the flap firmly so that it clicks
into place. Otherwise water would
enter the rinse aid reservoir during a
programme.
Before using for the first time
Rinse aid indicator
The Rinse aid indicator light on the
fascia comes on when the rinse aid
reservoir needs to be replenished.
When the light comes on the reservoir
still contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3
programmes.
^ Add rinse aid in plenty of time.
^
Wipe up any spilled rinse aid. This
prevents over-foaming occurring
during the next programme.
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Before using for the first time
Setting the rinse aid dosage
The dosage selector has settings from
1-6. It is set to "3" (3 ml) at the factory.
Approx. 3 ml of rinse aid are then used
per programme. This is a
recommended setting.
If spots appear on crockery and
glassware:
^ Use a higher setting.
If clouding or smearing appears on
crockery and glassware:
^
Use a lower setting.
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