AEG FSE82827P Dishwasher User Manual

AEG FSE82827P Dishwasher

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information General information and tips Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
•  Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep detergents away from children.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door is open.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

General Safety

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  • farm houses; staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  • by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential type environments.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum) must be between 0.5 (0.05) / 8 (0.8) bar (MPa)
• Follow the maximum number of 12 place settings.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• WARNING: Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position.
• Do not leave the appliance with the open door unattended to avoid stepping accidentally onto it.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to clean the appliance.
•  If the appliance has ventilation openings in the base, they must not be covered e.g. by a carpet.
• The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be reused.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Installation

WARNING!
Only a qualified person must install this appliance.

• Remove all the packaging.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Do not use the appliance before installing it in the built-in structure due to safety manner.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature is less than 0 °C.
• Install the appliance in a safe and suitable place that meets installation requirements.

Electrical connection

WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.

•  The appliance must be earthed.
• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
•  Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the mains cable. Should the mains cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by our Authorised Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• This appliance is fitted with a 13 A mains plug. If it is necessary to change the mains plug fuse, use only a 13 A ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and Ireland only).

Water connection

• Do not cause damage to the water hoses.
•  Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used for a long time, where repair work has been carried out or new devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let the water flow until it is clean and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water leaks during and after the first use of the appliance.
• The water inlet hose has a safety valve and a sheath with an inner mains cable.
  

WARNING! Dangerous voltage.

• If the water inlet hose is damaged, immediately close the water tap and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Contact the Authorised Service Centre to replace the water inlet hose.

Use

•  Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
•  Dishwasher detergents are dangerous. Follow the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.
• Do not drink and play with the water in the appliance.
•  Do not remove the dishes from the appliance until the programme is complete. Some detergent may remain on the dishes.
•  Do not store items or apply pressure on the open door of the appliance.
• The appliance can release hot steam if you open the door while a programme operates.

Service

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.
• Please note that self-repair or non-professional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.
• The following spare parts will be available for 7 years after the model has been discontinued: motor, circulation and drain pump, heaters and heating elements, including heat pumps, piping and related equipment including hoses, valves, filters and aqua stops, structural and interior parts related to door assemblies, printed circuit boards, electronic displays, pressure switches, thermostats and sensors, software and firmware including reset software. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.
• The following spare parts will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued: door hinge and seals, other seals, spray arms, drain filters, interior racks and plastic peripherals such as baskets and lids.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

Disposal

WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent children and pets to get closed in the appliance.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Upper spray arm
2. Lower spray arm
3. Filters
4. Rating plate
5.  Salt container
6.  Air vent
7.  Rinse aid dispenser
8. Detergent dispenser
9.  Cutlery basket
10.  Comfort Lift basket
11. Trigger handle
12. Lower basket handle
13. Upper basket

Beam-on-Floor

The Beam-on-Floor is a light that is displayed on the floor below the appliance door.

• A red light comes on when a programme starts. It remains on for the duration of the programme.
• A green light comes on when the programme is complete.
• The red light flashes when the appliance has a malfunction.
• The Beam-on-Floor is off when the appliance is deactivated.

CONTROL PANEL

1. On/Off button / Reset button
2. Delay Start button
3.  Display
4.  MY TIME selection bar
5. EXTRAS buttons
6. AUTO Sense program button

Display

• A. ECOMETER
• B. Indicators
• C. Time indicator

ECOMETER

The ECOMETER indicates how the programme selection impacts energy and water consumption. The more bars are on, the lower the consumption is. indicates the most environmentally friendly programme selection for a normally soiled load.

Indicators

PROGRAMME SELECTION

MY TIME

Using MY TIME selection bar, you can select a suitable wash cycle based on programme duration, ranging from 30 minutes to four hours.

• A. Quick is the shortest programme (30min) suitable for washing a load with fresh and light soil.
• B. 1h is a programme suitable for washing a load with fresh and lightly dried-on soil.
• C. 1h 30min is a programme suitable for washing and drying normally soiled items.
• D. 2h 40min is a programme suitable for washing and drying heavily soiled items.
• E. ECO is the longest programme (4h) offering the most efficient use of energy and water consumption for crockery and cutlery with normal soil. This is the standard programme for test institutes. 1)

EXTRAS
You can adjust the programme selection to your needs by activating EXTRAS.
ExtraSilent
ExtraSilent allows to reduce the noise generated by the appliance. When the option is activated, the wash pump works quietly at a lower speed. Due to the low speed, the programme duration is longer.
ExtraPower
ExtraPower improves the washing results of the selected programme. The option increases the wash temperature and duration.
GlassCare
GlassCare provides special care for a delicate load. The option prevents rapid changes in the wash temperature of the selected programme and reduces it to 45 °C. This protects glassware in particular from damaging.

AUTO Sense

The AUTO Sense program automatically adjusts the wash cycle to the type of load.
The appliance senses the degree of soil and the amount of dishes in the baskets. It adjusts the temperature and quantity of water as well as the wash duration.

 Programmes overview

Consumption values

• The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options, the quantity of dishes and the degree of soil can change the values.
• The values for programmes other than ECO are indicative only.

Information for test institutes
To receive the necessary information for conducting performance tests (e.g. according to EN60436), send an email to:

In your request, include the product number code (PNC) from the rating plate.
For any other questions regarding your dishwasher, refer to the service book provided with your appliance.

BASIC SETTINGS

You can configure the appliance by changing basic settings according to your needs.

• For more details, refer to the information provided in this chapter.

You can change the basic settings in setting mode.
When the appliance is in setting mode, the bars of the ECOMETER represent available settings. For each setting, a dedicated bar of the ECOMETER flashes.
The order of the basic settings presented in the table is also the order of the settings on the ECOMETER:

Setting mode

How to navigate in setting mode
You can navigate in setting mode using MY TIME selection bar.

• A. Previous button
• B. OK button
• C. Next button
  Use Previous and Next to switch between the basic settings and to change their value.

Use OK to enter the selected setting and to confirm changing its value.

How to enter setting mode
You can enter setting mode before starting a programme. You cannot enter setting mode while the programme is running. To enter setting mode, press and hold simultaneously and for about 3 seconds. The lights related to the Previous, OK and Next are on.
How to change a setting
Make sure the appliance is in setting mode.

1. Use Previous or Next to select the bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to the desired setting.
   • The bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to the chosen setting flashes.
   • The display shows the current setting value.
2. Press OK to enter the setting.
   • The bar of the ECOMETER dedicated to the chosen setting is on. The other bars are off.
   • The current setting value flashes.
3. Press Previous or Next to change the value.
4. Press OK to confirm the setting.
5. Press and hold simultaneously and for about 3 seconds to exit setting mode.

The appliance returns to the programme selection.
The saved settings remain valid until you change them again.

The water softener

The water softener removes minerals from the water supply, which would have a negative effect on the washing results and on the appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals, the harder your water is. Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales.
The water softener should be adjusted according to the hardness of the water in your area. Your local water authority can advise you on the hardness of the water in your area. It is important to set the right level of the water softener to assure good washing results.
Water hardness

• Factory setting.
• Do not use salt at this level.

Regardless of the type of detergent used, set the proper water hardness level to keep the salt refill indicator active. Multi-tabs containing salt are not effective enough to soften hard water.

Regeneration process
For the correct water softener operation, the resin of the softener device needs to be regenerated regularly. This process is automatic and is the part of the normal dishwasher operation. When the prescribed quantity of water (see values in the table) has been used since the previous regeneration process, a new regeneration process will be initiated between the final rinse and the programme end.

In case of the high water softener setting, it may occur also in the middle of the programme, before the rinse (twice during a programme). Regeneration initiation has no impact on the cycle duration, unless it occurs in the middle of a programme or at the end of a programme with a short drying phase. In that cases, the regeneration prolongs the total duration of a programme by additional 5 minutes.
Subsequently, the rinsing of the water softener that lasts 5 minutes may begin in the same cycle or at the beginning of the next programme. This activity increases the total water consumption of a programme by additional 4 litres and the total energy consumption of a programme by additional 2 Wh. The rinsing of the softener ends with a complete drain.
Each performed softener rinse (possible more than one in the same cycle) may prolong the programme duration by another 5 minutes when it occurs at any point at the beginning or in the middle of a programme. All the consumption values mentioned in this section are determined in accordance with the currently applicable standard in laboratory conditions with water hardness 2.5mmol/L according to the 2019/2022 regulation (water softener: level 3).
The pressure and the temperature of water as well as the variations of the mains supply can change the values.

The rinse aid level

The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes without streaks and stains. It is automatically released during the hot rinse phase. It is possible to set the released quantity of rinse aid.
When rinse aid chamber is empty, the rinse aid indicator is on notifying to refill rinse aid. If the drying results are satisfactory while using multi-tablets only, it is possible to deactivate the dispenser and the indicator. However, for best drying performance, always use rinse aid and keep the rinse aid indicator active.
To deactivate the rinse aid dispenser and indicator, set the level of rinse aid to 0A.

End sound

You can activate an acoustic signal that sounds when the programme is completed. Acoustic signals sound also when a malfunction of the appliance occurs. It is not possible to deactivate these signals.

AirDry

AirDry improves the drying results. The appliance door opens automatically during the drying phase and remains ajar.

AirDry is automatically activated with all programmes.
The duration of the drying phase and the door opening time vary depending on the selected programme and options.
When AirDry opens the door, the display shows the remaining time of the running programme.
CAUTION! Do not try to close the appliance door within 2 minutes after automatic opening. This can cause damage to the appliance.
CAUTION! If children have access to the appliance, we advise to deactivate AirDry. The automatic opening of the door may pose a danger.
When AirDry opens the door, Beam-on-Floor might not be completely visible. To see if the programme is complete, look at the control panel.

Key tones

The buttons on the control panel make a click sound when you press them. You can deactivate this sound.

Latest programme selection

You can set the automatic selection of the most recently used programme and options.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Make sure that the current level of the water softener agrees with the hardness of the water supply. If not, adjust the level of the water softener.
2. Fill the salt container.
3. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
4. Open the water tap.
5.  Start the programme Quick to remove any residuals from the manufacturing process. Do not use detergent and do not put dishes in the baskets.

After starting the programme, the appliance recharges the resin in the water softener for up to 5 minutes. The washing phase starts only after this procedure is complete. The procedure is repeated periodically.

The salt container

CAUTION! Use rough salt designed for dishwashers only. Fine salt increases the risk of corrosion.
The salt is used to recharge the resin in the water softener and to assure good washing results in daily use.
How to fill the salt container
Make sure that the ComfortLift basket is empty and locked in the raised position.

1. Turn the cap of the salt container counterclockwise and remove it.
   The latest programme that was completed before the appliance deactivation is saved. It is then selected automatically after you activate the appliance.
   When the latest programme selection is disabled, the default programme is ECO.
2.  Put 1 litre of water in the salt container (only for the first time).
3. Fill the salt container with dishwasher salt (until it is full).
   
4. Carefully shake the funnel by its handle to get the last granules inside.
5. Remove the salt around the opening of the salt container.
   
6. Turn the cap of the salt container clockwise to close the salt container.

CAUTION! Water and salt can come out of the salt container when you fill it. After you fill the salt container, immediately start the shortest programme to prevent corrosion. Do not put dishes in the baskets.

How to fill the rinse aid dispenser

CAUTION! The compartment (B) is for rinse aid only. Do not fill it with detergent.

DAILY USE

1. Open the water tap.
2. Press and hold until the appliance is activated.
3. Fill the salt container if it is empty.
4. Fill the rinse aid dispenser if it is empty.
5. Load the baskets.
6. Add the detergent.
7. Select and start a programme.
8. Close the water tap when the programme is complete.

ComfortLift

CAUTION! Do not sit on the rack or put excessive pressure on the locked basket.
CAUTION! Do not exceed the max load capacity of 18 kg.
CAUTION! Make sure that items do not stick out of the basket frame as it can cause damage to the items and the ComfortLift mechanism.

The ComfortLift mechanism allows to lift the lower rack up (to the second rack level) and put it down to load and unload dishes easily.
To load or unload the lower basket:

1. Lift the basket by pulling the rack out of the dishwasher by the basket handle. The trigger handle should not be used.
   
2. Carefully place items in the basket or remove them (refer to the basket loading leaflet).
3. Lower the basket by connecting the trigger handle with the basket frame as shown below. Lift the trigger handle completely and the basket handle slightly until the basket is disengaged on both sides.Once the basket is unlocked, push the rack down. The mechanism returns to its default position on the lower level.
   There are two ways of lowering the basket depending on the loading:
   • If there is a full load of plates, slightly push the basket down.
   •  If the basket is empty or half-loaded, press the basket down.

Using the detergent

CAUTION! Only use detergent specifically designed for dishwashers.

1. Press the release button (A) to open the lid (C).
2.  Put the detergent (gel, powder or tablets) in the compartment (B).
3.  If the programme has a prewash phase, put a small quantity of detergent on the inner part of the appliance door.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the lid locks into position.

For information about the detergent dosage, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging of the product. Usually, 20 – 25 ml of gel detergent is adequate for washing a load with normal soil.
The upper ends of the two vertical ribs inside the
compartment (B) indicate the maximum level for filling the dispenser with gel (max. 30ml).

How to select and start a programme using MY TIME selection bar

1. Slide your finger across MY TIME selection bar to choose a suitable programme.
   • The light related to the selected programme is on.
   • The ECOMETER indicates the level of energy and water consumption.
   •  The display shows the programme duration.
2. Activate applicable EXTRAS if desired.
3. Close the appliance door to start the programme.

How to activate EXTRAS

1. Select a programme using MY TIME selection bar.
2. Press the button dedicated to the option you want to activate.
   • The light related to the button is on.
   • The display shows the updated programme duration.
   • The ECOMETER indicates the updated level of energy and water consumption. By default, options must be activated every time before you start a programme.
   • If the latest programme selection is enabled, the options are activated automatically along with the programme.
   • It is not possible to activate or deactivate options while a programme is running.
   • Not all options are with each other. Activating options often increases the water and energy consumption as well as the programme duration.

How to start the AUTO Sense program

1. Press .
   • The light related to the button is on.
   •  The display shows the longest possible program duration.
2. Close the appliance door to start the program.

The appliance senses the type of load and adjusts a suitable wash cycle. During the cycle, the sensors operate several times and the initial program duration can decrease.

How to delay the start of a programme

1. Select a programme.
2. Press repeatedly until the display shows the desired delay time (from 1 to 24 hours).  light related to the button is on.
3. Close the appliance door to start the countdown.

During the countdown, you cannot change the delay time and the selection. When the countdown is complete, the programme starts.

How to cancel the delay start while the countdown operates

Press and hold for about 3 seconds. The appliance returns to the programme selection.
If you cancel the delay start, you have to select the programme again.

How to cancel a running programme

Press and hold for about 3 seconds. The appliance returns to the programme selection. Make sure that there is detergent in the detergent dispenser before you start a new programme.

Opening the door while the appliance operates

Opening the door while a programme is running pauses the wash cycle. The display shows the remaining duration of the programme. After closing the door, the wash cycle resumes from the point of interruption.
If you open the door during the delay start countdown, the countdown is paused. The display shows the current countdown status. After closing the door, the countdown resumes.

The Auto Off function

This function saves energy by switching the appliance off when it is not operating. The function comes into operation automatically:

• When the programme is completed.
  After 5 minutes if a programme was not started.

End of the programme

When the programme is complete, the display shows 0:00. The Auto Off function switches the appliance off automatically.  buttons are inactive except for the on/off button.

HINTS AND TIPS

General

Follow the hints below to ensure optimal cleaning and drying results in daily use and to protect the environment.

• Washing dishes in the dishwasher as instructed in the user manual usually consumes less water and energy than washing dishes by hand.
• Load the dishwasher to its full capacity to save water and energy. For best cleaning results, arrange items in the baskets as instructed in the user manual and do not overload the baskets.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand. It increases the water and energy consumption. When needed, select a programme with a prewash phase.
• Remove larger residues of food from the dishes and empty cups and glasses before putting them inside the appliance.
•  Soak or slightly scour cookware with firmly cooked-on or baked-on food before washing it in the appliance.
•  Make sure that items in the baskets do not touch or cover each other. Only then can the water completely reach and wash the dishes.
•  You can use dishwasher detergent, rinse aid and salt separately or you can use the multi-tablets (e.g. ”All in 1”). Follow the instructions on the packaging.
• Select a programme according to the type of load and the degree of soil. ECO offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption.
• To prevent limescale buildup inside the appliance:
  • Refill the salt container whenever necessary.
  • Use the recommended dosage of the detergent and rinse aid.
  • Make sure that the current level of the water softener agrees with the hardness of the water supply.
  •  Follow the instructions in the chapter “Care and cleaning”.

Using salt, rinse aid and detergent

• Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent designed for dishwasher. Other products can cause damage to the appliance.
•  In areas with hard and very hard water, we recommend to use basic dishwasher detergent (powder, gel, tablets containing no additional agents), rinse aid and salt separately for optimal cleaning and drying results.
•  Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve with short programmes. To prevent detergent residues on the tableware, we recommend that you use tablets with long programmes.
• Always use the correct quantity of detergent. Insufficient dosage of detergent can result in poor cleaning results and hard-water filming or spotting on the items. Using too much detergent with soft or softened water results in detergent residues on the dishes. Adjust the amount of detergent based on the water hardness. Refer to the instructions on the detergent packaging.
• Always use the correct quantity of rinse aid. Insufficient dosage of rinse aid decreases the drying results. Using too much rinse aid results in bluish layers on the items.
• Make sure that the water softener level is correct. If the level is too high, the increased quantity of salt in the water might result in rust on cutlery.

What to do if you want to stop using multi-tablets

Before you start using separately detergent, salt and rinse aid, complete the following steps:

1. Set the highest level of the water softener.
2. Make sure that the salt and rinse aid containers are full.
3. Start the Quick programme. Do not add detergent and do not put dishes in the baskets.
4. When the programme is completed, adjust the water softener according to the water hardness in your area.
5. Adjust the released quantity of rinse aid.

Before starting a programme

Before you start the selected programme, make sure that:

• The filters are clean and correctly installed.
• The cap of the salt container is tight.
•  The spray arms are not clogged.
•  There is enough salt and rinse aid (unless you use multi-tablets).
•  The arrangement of the items in the baskets is correct.
•  The programme is suitable to the type of load and the degree of soil.• The correct quantity of detergent is used.

Loading the baskets

• Always use the whole space of the baskets.
• Use the appliance to wash dishwasher-safe items only.
• Do not wash in the appliance items made of wood, horn, aluminium, pewter and copper as they could crack, warp, get discoloured or pitted.
•  Do not wash in the appliance items that can absorb water (sponges, household cloths).
•  Put hollow items (cups, glasses and pans) with the opening facing downwards.
•  Make sure that glass items do not touch each other.
• Put light items in the upper basket. Make sure that the items do not move freely.
• Put cutlery and small items in the cutlery basket.
• Move the upper basket upwards to accommodate large items in the lower basket.
• Make sure that the spray arms can move freely before you start a programme.

Unloading the baskets

1. Let the tableware cool down before you remove it from the appliance. Hot items can be easily damaged.
2. First remove items from the lower basket, then from the upper basket. After the programme is completed, water can still remain on the inside surfaces of the appliance.

CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING!
Before any maintenance other than running the programme Machine Care, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the main socket. Make sure that the ComfortLift basket is empty and locked in the raised position.
Dirty filters and clogged spray arms negatively affect the washing results. Check these elements regularly and, if necessary, clean them.

Machine Care

Machine Care is a programme designed to clean the appliance interior with optimal results. It removes limescale and grease buildup.
When the appliance senses the need for cleaning, the indicator is on. Start the Machine Care programme to clean the appliance interior.

How to start the Machine Care programme

Before starting the Machine Care programme, clean the filters and spray arms.
Use a descaler or a cleaning product designed specifically for dishwashers. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Do not put dishes in the baskets.
Press and hold simultaneously for about 3 seconds. programme. When the programme is complete, the indicator is off.

 Internal cleaning

• Clean the appliance interior with a soft damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, sharp tools, strong chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• Wipe clean the door, including the rubber gasket, once a week.
• To maintain the performance of your appliance, use a cleaning product designed specifically for dishwashers at least once every two months. Carefully follow the instructions on the packaging of the product.
• For optimal cleaning results, start the programme Machine Care.

Removal of foreign objects

Check the filters and the sump after each use of the dishwasher. Foreign objects (e.g. pieces of glass, plastic, bones or toothpicks, etc) decrease the cleaning performance and can cause damage to the drain pump.
CAUTION!
If unable to remove the foreign objects, contact an Authorised Service Centre.

1. Disassemble the filters system as instructed in this chapter.
2. Remove any foreign objects manually.
3. Reassemble the filters as instructed in this chapter.

External cleaning

• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads or solvents.

Cleaning the filters

The filter system is made of 3 parts.

1. Turn the filter (B) counterclockwise and remove it
   
2. Remove the filter (C) out of filter (B).
3. Remove the flat filter (A).
   
4. Wash the filters.
5. Make sure that there are no residues of food or soil in or around the edge of the sump.
6. Put back in place the flat filter (A). Make sure that it is correctly positioned under the 2 guides.
   
7. Reassemble the filters (B) and (C).
8. Put back the filter (B) in the flat filter (A). Turn it clockwise until it locks.
   

CAUTION! An incorrect position of the filters can cause bad washing results and damage to the appliance.

Cleaning the lower spray arm

We recommend to clean the lower spray arm regularly to prevent soil from clogging the holes.
Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory washing results.

1. To remove the lower spray arm, pull it upwards.
   
2. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a toothpick, to remove particles of soil from the holes.
   
3.  To install the spray arm back, press it downwards.

Cleaning the upper spray arm

We recommend to clean the upper spray arm regularly to prevent soil from clogging the holes.
Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory washing results.

1. Pull out the upper basket.
2. To detach the spray arm from the basket, press the spray arm upwards and simultaneously turn it clockwise.
   
3. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a toothpick, to remove particles of soil from the holes.
   
4. To install the spray arm back, press the spray arm upwards and simultaneously turn it counterclockwise until it locks into place.
   

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!
Improper repair of the appliance may pose a danger to the safety of the user. Any repairs must be performed by qualified personnel. The majority of problems that may occur can be solved without the need to contact an Authorised Service Centre.
Refer to the below table for information on possible problems.
With some problems, the display shows an alarm code.

Once you have checked the appliance, deactivate and activate the appliance. If the problem occurs again, contact an Authorised Service Centre.
For alarm codes not described in the table, contact an Authorised Service Centre.
WARNING!
We do not recommend using the appliance until the problem has been completely fixed. Unplug the appliance and do not plug it in again until you are certain that it operates correctly.

The product number code (PNC)

you contact an Authorised Service Centre, you need to provide the product number code of your appliance.
The PNC can be found on the rating plate on the appliance door. You can also check the PNC on the control panel.
Before checking the PNC, make sure the appliance is in the programme selection.

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