Smeg STLA828A, ST868, STLA868A, STLA828B, ST148 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS

Contents

Safety and operating instructions ___________________________2

2. Installation and hook-up___________________________________5

3. Description of the controls_________________________________9

4. Operating instructions ___________________________________17

5. Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 32

6. Troubleshooting________________________________________36

Thank you for choosing one of our products. You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the information you need about the right conditions for the proper, safe use of your dishwasher. The individual sections are laid out to provide you with a step-by-step guide to all your appliance's functions; the t exts are easy to understand and are complete with detailed illustrations. Recommendations are given for the correct use of the baskets, spray arms, containers, filters, washing programs, and for operating the controls. Following the cleaning instructions provided here will keep your dishwasher's performance at peak levels in the long term. This user-friendly manual will provide answers to all your questions about use of the dishwasher.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: these are intended for the qualified technician who must carry out the installation, hook-up and testing of the appliance.

USER INSTRUCTIONS: these consist of recommendations for using the appliance, a description of its controls and of the correct cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Safety instructions

ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE DISHWASHER AFTER EACH USE TO AVOID

1. Safety and operating instructions

THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE: IT MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE. THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR DOMESTIC USE, AND COMPLIES WITH THE EEC DIRECTIVES 73/23, 89/336 (INCLUDING 92/31 AND 93/68) CURRENTLY IN FORCE, INCLUDING THE PREVENTION AND ELIMINATION OF RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE. THE APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR THE FOLLOWING PURPOSE: WASHING AND DRYING OF DISHES; ANY OTHER USE SHALL BE CONSIDERED IMPROPER. THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR USES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED ABOVE.

THE NAME PLATE FEATURING THE TECHNICAL DATA, SERIAL NUMBER AND MARKINGS IS VISIBLY POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. THE NAME PLATE ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR MUST NEVER BE REMOVED.

DO NOT LEAVE THE DISCARDED PACKAGING MATERIALS UNSUPERVISED WITHIN THE HOME. SEPARATE THE VARIOUS MATERIALS WHICH MAKE UP THE PACKAGING AND TAKE THEM TO THE NEAREST SORTED WASTE COLLECTION CENTRE.

THE APPLIANCE MUST BE PROVIDED WITH AN EARTH CONNECTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ELECTRICAL SAFETY REGULATIONS IN FORCE.

THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULTING FROM THE FAILURE TO EARTH THE APPLIANCE OR FROM A DEFECTIVE EARTH CONNECTION.

IF THE APPLIANCE IS INSTALLED ON A CARPETED OR COVERED FLOOR, ENSURE THAT THE OPENINGS ON ITS UNDERSIDE ARE NOT OBSTRUCTED.

WASTING ELECTRICITY.

Safety instructions

IN THE EVENT OF A FAULT, DISCONNECT THE DISHWASHER FROM THE

OBSOLETE APPLIANCES MUST BE RENDERED UNUSABLE. CUT OFF THE MAINS POWER CORD AFTER UNPLUGGING IT FROM THE WALL OUTLET, AND MAKE SAFE ANY COMPONENTS WHICH MIGHT BE DANGEROUS FOR CHILDREN (LOCKS, DOORS, ETC.).

THIS APPLIANCE IS MARKED ACCORDING TO THE EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC ON WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE). BY ENSURING THIS PRODUCT IS DISPOSED OF CORRECTLY, YOU WILL HELP PREVENT POTENTIAL NEGATIVE CONSEQUENCES FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN HEALTH, WHICH COULD OTHERWISE BE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE WASTE HANDLING OF THIS PRODUCT.

THE SYMBOL ON THE PRODUCT, OR ON THE DOCUMENTS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT, INDICATES THAT THIS APPLIANCE MAY NOT BE TREATED AS HOUSEHOLD WASTE. INSTEAD IT SHALL BE HANDED OVER TO THE APPLICABLE COLLECTION POINT FOR THE RECYCLING OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT. DISPOSAL MUST BE CARRIED OUT IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS FOR WASTE DISPOSAL. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT TREATMENT, RECOVERY AND RECYCLING OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CITY OFFICE, YOUR HOUSEHOLD WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICE OR THE SHOP WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE PRODUCT.

ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND SHUT OFF THE WATER TAP.

DO NOT USE APPLIANCES WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TRANSIT! IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT YOUR DEALER. THE APPLIANCE MUST BE INSTALLED AND CONNECTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN.

THIS DISHWASHER MUST BE USED BY ADULTS. USE BY PERSONS WITH REDUCED MENTAL AND/OR PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES IS ONLY PERMITTED UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM DETERGENTS AND PACKAGING MATERIALS (PLASTIC BAGS, POLYSTYRENE, ETC.), AND NEVER ALLOW THEM TO APPROACH OR PLAY WITH THE DISHWASHER, SINCE IT MIGHT CONTAIN DETERGENT RESIDUES CAPABLE OF CAUSING PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE EYES, MOUTH AND THROAT, AND EVEN LEADING TO SUFFOCATION.

DO NOT INTRODUCE SOLVENTS SUCH AS ALCOHOL OR TURPENTINE WHICH MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION.

DO NOT LOAD DISHES THAT ARE SOILED WITH ASH, WAX OR PAINTS.

Safety instructions

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting from failure to observe the above precautions, from tamperin g with even a single component of the appliance, or from the use of non original spare parts.

LEANING OR SITTING ON THE DISHWASHER DOOR WHEN OPEN MAY CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERTURN, PUTING PEOPLE AT RISK. NEVER LEAVE THE DISHWASHER DOOR OPEN; PEOPLE MIGHT TRIP OVER IT.

DO NOT DRINK THE WATER RESIDUES WHICH MAY BE PRESENT INSIDE THE DISHES OR DISHWASHER AT THE END OF THE WASHING PROGRAM AND BEFORE THE DRYING CYCLE.

KNIVES OR OTHER SHARP-ENDED COOKING UTENSILS MUST BE PLACED IN THE CUTLERY BASKET BLADE-DOWN, OR LAID HORIZONTAL IN THE TOP BASKET. TAKE CARE NOT TO CUT YOURSELF AND ENSURE THAT THEY DO NOT PROJECT FROM THE BASKET.

AQUASTOP MODELS

THE AQUASTOP DEVICE PREVENTS FLOODING IN THE EVENT OF A WATER LEAK. WHEN THE AQUASTOP DEVICE IS TRIPPED, CALL IN A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN TO IDENTIFY AND REPAIR THE FAULT. IN MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE AQUSTOP DEVICE, THERE IS A SOLENOID VALVE INSIDE THE WATER INTAKE HOSE. DO NOT CUT THE

HOSE AND DO NOT ALLOW THE SOLENOID VALVE TO DROP INTO WATER. IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE WATER INTAKE HOSE,

DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND FROM THE WATER SUPPLY.

IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER, PERFORM A QUICK TEST OF THE APPLIANCE FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. IF THE DISHWASHER FAILS TO OPERATE CORRECTLY, DISCONNECT IT FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY AND CALL THE NEAREST TECHNICAL SERVICE CENTRE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE.

THE DISHWASHER MEETS ALL THE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT BY THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE CONCERNING SAFETY AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. ANY TECHNICAL CHECKS SHOULD BE CONDUCTED EXCLUSIVELY BY A TRAINED AND AUTHORISED TECHNICIAN: REPAIRS

CARRIED OUT BY UNAUTHORISED PERSONS WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY, AS WELL AS POSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE USER.

Installation instructions

2. Installation and hook-up

Remove the polystyrene basket retainers. Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source, fit the special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the appliance. To ensure stability, install integrated or built-under dishwashers only under continuous worktops, and screw them to the adjacent units. To facilitate the installation procedure, the intake and drain hoses can be positioned in any direction; make sure t hat the hoses are not kinked, crushed or pulled too tightly. Make sure to tighten the locking ring-nut once the pipes have been placed in the direction requi red. A hole at least 8 cm in diameter is required to allow the power supply cable and pipes to pass.

Level the appliance on the floor using its adjustable feet. T his operation is essential for ensuring correct operation of the dishwasher.

Building-in a dishwasher underneath a ceramic hob is absolutely forbidden.

A dishwasher can be built-in underneath a conventional hob provided there is no break in the kitchen worktop, and the dishwasher and hob are installed and secured correctly, so that no hazards are generated.

When installing the dishwasher in a compartment next to one or more other appliances, it is essential to comply with all the recommendations provided by the appliance’s manufacturer (minimum distances, installation procedures, etc.).

For free-standing models only:

- Installing a hob on top of a free-standing dishwasher is absolutely forbidden.

- If the appliance is not built-in and is therefore accessible on on side, the door hinge area must be covered for safety reaso ns (inj ury haz ard ). The covering fixtures are available as an accessory from specialist dealers or the After-Sales Service.

- To build in the dishwasher, the special kit must be purchased from authorised dealers or the After-Sales Service.

Some models are equipped with only one adjustable foot at the rear, which can be adjusted by turning the screw on the lower front part of the appliance.

Installation instructions

2.1 Water supply connection

Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or

has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance.

The dishwasher must always be connected to the water system with new hoses; old or used hoses must never be reused.

CONNECTING TO THE WATER SUPPLY

Connect the intake hose to a cold water supply with ¾” gas thread, inserting the filter A supplied with the dishwasher. Take care to screw the hose firmly into

place with your hands and then complete by tightening about ¼ of a turn with pliers.

In dishwashers equipped with the ACQUASTOP device, the filters is already fitted inside the threaded ring.

The dishwasher can also be connected to a hot water supply not exceeding 60°C. Supplying the appliance with hot water cuts down the

washing time by approximately 20 minutes, but slightly reduces its effectiveness. Make the connection to the domestic hot water supply using the same procedure described for connecting to the cold water supply .

DRAIN CONNECTION

Insert the dishwasher’s drain hose into a drain pipe having a diameter of at least 4 cm, or alternatively, place it inside the kitchen sink using the plastic support provided, taking care not to crush or excessively bend the hose. It is important to prevent the hose from coming loose and falling. For this purpose, the plastic support is equipped with a hole for tying it to the wall or water tap.

The free end should be positioned at a height of bet ween 30 and 100 cm, and should never be submerged in water. If a horizontal drain extension hose is used (for a maximum of 3 m) the drain hose can be placed at a maximum height of 85 cm from the ground.

Installation instructions

2.2 Electrical connection and precautions

CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MATCH THE RATINGS ON THE NAME PLATE OF THE APPLIANCE POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR.

THE PLUG ON THE SUPPLY CORD AND THE CORRESPONDING SOCKET OUTLET MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MEET THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.

THE PLUG MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AFTER INSTALLATION.

NEVER DISCONNECT THE PLUG BY PULLING ON THE POWER SUPPLY LEAD.

IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE SUPPLY CORD, HAVE IT REPLACED

BY THE MANUFACTURER OR AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL SERVICE CENTRE.

DO NOT USE ADAPTORS OR SHUNT CONNECTIONS IN ORDER TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF OVERHEATING OR BURNING.

IF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD:

IT IS NECESSARY TO INSTALL IN THE FIXED WIRING AN ALL-POLE DISCONNECTION DEVICE HAVING A GAP BETWEEN CONTACTS OF AT LEAST 3.5MM. AFTER INSTALLATION THE DISCONNECTION DEVICE HAS TO BE EASY TO REACH.

THE CONNECTION TO THE MAINS MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN IN ACCORDANCE TO THE SCHEME SHOWN BELOW AND THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.

L = brown N = blue

= yellow-green

In the event of damage to the supply cord, have it replaced by the manufacturer or an Authorized Technical Service Centre in order to avoid any risk.

Installation instructions

FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY:

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Fuse replacement

If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:

1. Remove the fuse cover A and fuse B.

2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse

cover.

3. Refit both into plug.

The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted.

Correct replacement are identified by the colou r insert or th e colou r embossed in words on the base of the plug.

Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store.

User instructions

3. Description of the controls

3.1 Upper panel

All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. Switch-on, programming, switch-off etc. procedures are only possible when the door is open.

ON/OFF BUTTON

Pressing this button energises the appliance.

SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS

Illumination of this light denotes the program selected and the occurrence of a fault (troubleshooting).

PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON

By pressing this button in sequence it is possible to select the desired program.

SALT WARNING LIGHT

Illumination of this light signals that salt container is empty. RINSE AID WARNING LIGHT

Illumination of this light signals that rinse aid dispenser is empty.

QUICK TIME OPTION BUTTON

This button can be pressed to reduce the duration of programs. QUICK TIME OPTION LIGHT

Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated.

“3/1” OPTION BUTTON

User instructions

Press this button to activate the option for use of 3/1 products. “3/1” OPTION LIGHT

Illuminates to indicate that the function is activated. HALF LOAD BUTTON

Press this button to activate the half load wash option.

HALF LOAD LIGHTS

One of the two light illuminates to indicate that the half load wash option in the top or bottom basket has been selected.

PROGRAM DELAY BUTTON

Press this button to delay the start of the program by up to 9 hours.

13 INFORMATION DISPLAY

SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON

To select the most suitable program for the dishes to be washed refer to the table below, which indicates the most appropriate program acc ording to dish type and degree of soiling.

After using the table to identify the most appropriate washing program:

• press the ON/OFF button (1) and wait for the PROGRAM

INDICATOR LIGHT (2) to illuminate;

• keep pressing the PROGRAM SELECTION button (3) until the

indicator light corresponding to the desired program illuminates;

• close the door; after about 2" the program will start. While it is in

progress, the relative LIGHT will flash (indicating that t he program is being executed).

User instructions

PROGRAMME,

NUMBER & SYMBOL

SOAK

LIGHT

BIO (*)

EN 50242

AUTO

60-70

Only run the soak program with half loads.

ULTRA CLEAN

(****)

LOAD CROCKERY

Pans and dishes

awaiting completion

Delicate dishes with

Dishes with normal

dirt, even with dried-

Pans and dishes with normal dirt, even with

dried-on residues.

Very dirty pans and

dishes, even with

dried-on residues.

AND CUTLERY

of the load.

light dirt.

on residues.

PROGRAM

PROGRESS

Cold prewash

Wash at 45°C Cold rinse Rinse at 70°C Dry

Cold prewash Wash at 50°C Cold rinse Rinse at 62°C Dry

Cold prewash Wash at 50°C Wash at 65°C Cold rinse Rinse at 70°C Dry

Prewash at 45°C Wash at 70°C 2 cold rinses Rinse at 70°C Dry

DURATION

MINUTES

(2)

15' 4 0,03

80'

180'

(***)

140'

CONSUMPTION

WATER LITRES

(1)

10 1,00

(**) (**)

(***) (***)

18 1,72

POWER KWh (2)

The QUICK TIME (6), “3/1” (8), HALF LOAD WASH (10) and DELAYED START (12) options cannot be used with the soak program.

Reference program as per EN 50242 standard.

(*) (**) See energy label. (***)

When the "

AUTO 60-70" program is selected, the dishwasher recognises the

type of dirt and automatical ly adjusts the washing parameters as appropriate. The "ULTRA CLEAN" program terminates with an anti-bacteria rinse that

(****)

ensures a further reduction in the bacteria level. If the temperature falls during this stage of the program (e.g. because the door is opened or due to a po wer blackout), the program lights (2) flash to warn that the anti-bacteria effect is not guaranteed. Average power consumption with the softener set on level 2..

(1) (2) The cycle duration and power consumption may vary according to the water

and room temperatures, and the type and amount of dishes.

The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open or not properly closed.

User instructions

PROGRAMME,

NUMBER & SYMBOL

LOAD

CROCKERY

LIGHT

QUICK

BIO

QUICK

AND

CUTLERY

Delicate

dishes, with

light dirt.

Dishes with normal dirt,

even with

dried-on

residues.

AUTO

QUICK

Pans and

dishes with

normal dirt,

even with

dried-on

residues.

(*)

Very dirty pans

and dishes,

even with

dried-on

residues.

ULTRA CLEAN QUICK

PROGRAM

PROGRESS

Wash at 45°C Cold rinse Rinse at 70°C

Cold prewash Wash at 55°C Cold rinse Rinse at 70°C

Cold prewash Wash at 65°C Cold rinse Rinse at 70°C

Prewash at 45°C Wash at 70°C 2 cold rinses Rinse at 70°C

DURATION

MINUTES

(2)

100

CONSUMPTION

WATER LITRES

(1)

10 1,00

15 1,45

15 1,50

18 1,72

POWER KWh (2)

To run programs 6, 7, 8 or 9 the user first has to select the QUICK TIME option (6), which cuts the program duration but generates a slight increase in water and electricity consumption. The option is automatically disabled at the end of the program.

The "ULTRA CLEAN QUICK" program terminates with an anti-bacteria rinse

(*)

that ensures a further reduction in the bacteria level. If the temperature falls during this stage of the program (e.g. because the door is opened or d ue to a power blackout), the program lights (2) flash to warn that the anti-bacteria effect is not guaranteed. Average power consumption with the softener set on level 2..

(1) (2) The cycle duration and power consumption may vary according to the water

and room temperatures, and the type and amount of dishes.

The washing cycle will not take place if the dishwasher door is left open or not properly closed.

User instructions

3.2 Washing programs

Before starting a washing program make sure that:

• The water supply tap is open.

• The correct amount of detergent has been added to the

dispenser.

• The baskets have been correctly loaded.

• The spray arms are able to rotate freely and without

obstruction.

• The dishwasher door is securely closed.

QUICK TIME (available in all programs except the soak program)

Select this option together with any washing program (except the soak program) to SHORTEN the cycle. To act ivate this opti on, press butt on (6) (light 7 comes on) after selecting the program required . The option is automatically deactivated at the end of the program.

"3/1" OPTION BUTTON (available in all programs except the soak program)

By pressing the button (8) you activate the "3/1" option, confirmed when the relative light comes on. This option has been studied for the use of dishwashing powder or tablets with integrated substances in place of regenerating salt or rinse-aid known on the market as “3 in 1” or “triple action” products; in this case the dishwasher will use th e product in an optimal way avoiding salt and rinse-aid consumption, which could already be found in the dishwasher.

Note: When selecting the "3/1" button, it is normal that the salt and rinse-aid lights remain on, if their containers are empty.

User instructions

SELECTING HALF LOAD WASH (available in all programs except the soak program)

This function is ideal for small loads and saves water and electricity. It is controlled by the HALF LOAD (10) button, with tw o alternatives:

Press the button once to select washing in the top basket (the

relative light comes on); Press the button a second time to select washing in the bottom

basket (the relative light comes on); Press the button a third time to return to the normal full load washing

mode (washing in both baskets, both ligh ts off).

When washing in the bottom basket only, the cutlery b asket can be divided so that only half is used.

DELAYED START (available in all programs except the soak program)

The PROGRAM DELAY button (12) can be pressed to delay the start of the program by up to 9 hours. This means that the dishwasher can be operated at the time of day of your choice. Press the button several times in succession and the display will show the delay with which the appliance will start, beginning from 9 hours.

User instructions

CANCELLING THE CURRENT PROGRAM

• To cancel the currently selected program, open the door and hol d

down the PROGRAM SELECTION (3) button for a few seconds until the indicator lights for programs 4 and 5 illuminate simultaneously (the word "end" is displayed on the window).

• Close the door.

• After approximately 1 minute the dishwasher will advanc e to the end

of cycle.

CHANGING THE PROGRAM

To change the program in progress, simply open the door and select a new program. When the door is closed the dishwasher will automatically select the new program.

TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT

• Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded.

• Do not wash the dishes in running water.

• Use the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of

load.

• Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing.

• If available, connect the dishwasher to a ho t wate r suppl y up to 60°C.

TO CUT DOWN ON DETERGENT CONSUMPTION! … AND PROTEC T THE ENVIRONMENT

The phosphates contained in dishwasher detergents are harmful to the environment. To avoid using excessive amounts of detergent and to save on electricity, observe the following:

• separate the more delicate items from dishes that are more resistant

to aggressive detergents and hi gh temperatures;

• do not pour the detergent directly on the dishes.

User instructions

If the door has to be opened while washing is in progress, the program will be interrupted. The relative light will keep flashing and a bee per will signal that the cycle has not been completed. You must wait about 1 minute before closing the door to restart the program. When the door is closed the program will continue from where it was interrupted. This operation should only be carried out if strictly nece ssary, because it might cause problems in execution of the program.

END OF CYCLE

At the end of the washing cycle the dishwasher gives a short acustic signal and the program indicators nr 4 and 5 start blinking (the word "end" is displayed on the window).

To switch off the dishwasher, open the door and press the ON/OFF button (1).

REMOVING THE DISHES

At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minutes before removing the dishes, to allow them to cool down. To prevent any water droplets on the upper basket from falling on the dishes in the lower basket, it is advisable to unload the lower basket first, and then the upper basket.

User instructions

4. Operating instructions

Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows:

• Adjust the water softening system;

• Add the regenerating salt;

• Add the rinse aid and detergent.

4.1 Using the water softening system

The amount of scale contained in the water (water hardness index) can cause whitish staining on the dry dishes, which tend to become dull over time. The dishwasher is equipped with an automatic softening system which uses a special regenerating salt to reduce the hardness

SALT

of the water. The dishwasher is factory set for water hardness level 3 (average hardness 41-60°dF – 24-31°dH).

When using water of medium hardness, the re generating salt container should be refilled after approximately 20 washing cycles. The salt container can hold approximately 1.7 Kg of salt in grains. T he container is situated at the bottom of the dishwasher. After removing the lower basket, unscrew the salt container cap by turning it anticlockwise and pour in the salt using the funnel supplied with the dishwasher. Before replacing the cap, remove any salt residues from around the opening.

• When using the dishwasher for the first time, in addition to the salt it

is also necessary to add one litre of water to the container.

• Each time the salt container is refilled, make sure that the cap is

securely closed. The mixture of water and detergent must never

penetrate the salt container, as this would compromise the operation of the regeneration system. In the event of this occurring, the warranty will be invalidated.

• Only use regenerating salt specially formulated for domestic

dishwashers. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container completely.

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