AEG F 80820 manual

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    FAVORIT 80820 Dishwasher User Instructions[...]

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    2 Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Please observe the safety instructions on the first few pages of thes e use r i nst ru ctio ns ! Please keep these us er ins tru cti ons for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner o f the a ppl ia nce . 1 The warning tria ngle and/or specific words ( War ni ng ! , Caut i[...]

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    Contents 3 CONTENTS Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Econ[...]

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    Contents 4 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Cleaning the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 What to do, if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ...Er[...]

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    Operating Instructions 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Instructions The safety aspects of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. Neverthe- less, as a manufacturer we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information: Installation, Connection an d Placi[...]

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    Operating Instructions 6 • Never place the dishwasher in ope ration if the mains cable, water inlet or drain hose is damaged; or the control panel, work top or plinth area is damaged such that the inside of the appliance is freely accessible. • If the mains lead is damaged, or is to be repl aced for a longer lead, the cable (obtainable from AEG[...]

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    Operating Instructions 7 • In the event of a fault, first close the tap, then switch off the appli- ance and unplug it from the mains. If the appliance is permanently wired to the mains: remove the fuse. 2 Disposal Disposing of the Pa ckaging Material Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly. All the packag- ing materials used are h[...]

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    Operating Instructions 8 Appliance Features and Control Panel Top Spray Arm Container for Salt Rating Plate Container for Rinse Aid Filters Rubber Seal for Connecting the Water Feed to the Spray Arm Spray Arms Container for Detergent Water hardness switch Interior Lighting[...]

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    Operating Instructions 9 Control Panel The control panel consists of the ON/OFF button and the programme buttons with LED displays. Function buttons: In addition to the stated wash programme the fol- lowing functions can also be set using these buttons: The Multi- Display can display, – the hardness setting to whic h the water softener is set. ?[...]

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    Operating Instructions 10 Indicators have the following significance: 3 The FILTER indicator is intended to remind you to check the filters in the dishwasher from time to time an d, if necessary, to clean it. The indicator illuminates at regular interv als, independent of the amount of soiling of the filters. Prior to using for the first time Prior[...]

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    Operating Instructions 11 Adjusting the Water Softener To prevent the build up of scale on dishes and in the dishwasher, the dishes must be washed with soft, i. e. low lime content water. For this reason the dishwasher is fitted wi th a water soften er in which tap water from a hardness of 4 °d (Germa n degree) is softe ned with the aid of special[...]

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    Operating Instructions 12 Adjust the water softener to the ha rd ne ss o f t he wa te r i n y ou r a rea as stated in the table: 0 1. The dishwasher must be switched off. 2. Manual adjustment: Open the dishwasher door. 3. Remove the lower baske t from the dishwasher. 4. Turn the water hardness switch to 0 or 1. 5. Re-po sition the lower basket. 6. [...]

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    Operating Instructions 13 Filling with Salt fo r the Water Softener 1 Use only special salt for dishwashers. Never fill the salt container with any another type of salt (e.g. culinar y salt) or dishwasher detergent, as this would irreparably damage the water softener. Prior to filling with salt, please chec k each time that you really do have a pac[...]

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    Operating Instructions 14 Rinse Aid Rinse aid ensures that dishes emerge thoroughly rinsed and spot free while glasses are clear and shining. There are two ways to add rinse aid: • If you use detergent that already contains rinse aid, the detergent and rinse aid are placed in the detergent container. – In this case the rinse aid supply from the[...]

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    Operating Instructions 15 Filling with Rinse Aid If you use separate detergent and rinse aid, fill up with rinse aid: – prior to using the dishwasher for the first time – whe n the RINSE AID indicator on the control panel is illuminated. The rinse aid compartment is on th e inside of the dishwasher door. 0 1. Open the door. 2. Press the rinse a[...]

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    Operating Instructions 16 Adjusting Rinse Aid Dosing 3 As the dishes are washed rinse aid is released from the disp enser into the wash water. The dose is factory set at 4, and can be adjusted from 1 to 6. Only change the setting if streaks, milky spots or dried on water marks are visible on glasses or crockery. 0 1. Open the door of the dishwasher[...]

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    Operating Instructions 17 In Daily Use • Check the salt and rinse aid leve ls. • Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher • Fill with dishwasher detergent • Select a wash programme suitable fo r the cutlery and dishes • Start the wash programme Loading Cutlery and Dishes 1 Sponges, household cloths and any obj ect that can absorb water[...]

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    Operating Instructions 18 – To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch – Do not lay small objects (e.g. lids) in the cutlery rack Loading Cutlery 1 Long bladed knives stored in an up right position are a potential hazard . 1 Long and/or sharp items of cutlery su ch as carving knives must be posi- tioned horizontally in the upper basket. 1 [...]

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    Operating Instructions 19 On some models of dishwasher it is possible to open the cutlery basket. 1 To ensure that the cutlery basket cannot open on removal from the appliance, you should always hold both parts of the two part handle. 0 1. Place the cutlery basket on a table or work surface 2. Open the two part handle 3. Remove cutl ery 4. Close th[...]

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    Operating Instructions 20 Type 2: The right-hand plate inse rts in the lower basket can be folded over to the left 3 To ease the loading of large items, the two right-hand plate inserts in the lower basket can be folded over to the left 1. Sli ghtly lift the right plate inserts. 2. Fo ld the plate inserts to the left. Type 3: The right-hand plate i[...]

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    Operating Instructions 21 Type 4: The two rear plate inserts in the lower basket can be folded across one another 3 To ease the loading of large items, the two rear plate inserts in the lower baskets can be folded across one another. Loading Cups, Glasses and Coffee Services Load small, delicate items and long pointed cutlery in the upper basket. ?[...]

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    Operating Instructions 22 Adjusting the Height of the Upper Basket 3 The height of the basket can also be adjusted when it is loaded. Lowering the Upper Basket: 0 1. Pull the upper basket out completely. 2. Hold ing the upper basket at the rear right, lift it as far as it will go and then lower it vertically. The upper basket will engage in the low[...]

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    Operating Instructions 23 Filling with Detergent 1 Only use dishwasher detergent. Fill with detergent: – Prior to the start of a wash programme (not for the pre wash pro- gramme). The detergent is released into the wash water during the programme. 2 Please observe the manufacturer's dosing and storage recommenda- tions as stated on th e dete[...]

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    Operating Instructions 24 Use of "3 in 1"/ Co mbi Detergent Tablets General Advice These products are tablets with combined detergent/rinse-aid and salt functions. 0 1. Before using these products you should first check that the water hard- ness in your supply is compatible wi th the use of these products as per the detergent manufacturer[...]

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    Operating Instructions 25 Concentrated Detergent Based on their chemical compositio n, dishwasher detergents can be split into two basic types: – conventional , alkaline detergents with ca ustic components –l o w a l k a l i n e concentrated detergents with natural enzymes. 2 The use of 50 °C wash programmes in conjunction with concentrated de[...]

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    Operating Instructions 26 Selecting the Wash Progr amme (Programme Table) Choose the most suitable wash program me with the aid of this table: 1) This programme is not suitable when left-overs have dried on. 2) The various stages in the wash programme have di fferent sounds; this is because the dishes are washed more intensely for short periods dur[...]

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    Operating Instructions 27 4) The “ ENERGY SAVING “ wash programme washes normally soiled dishes with a very low electric ity consumption. If the dis hes need to be washed more qui ckly, as an alternati ve you can use the “ NORMAL 50 ° “ wash programme. 5) Test programme for test institutes. Type of Dishes Dinner Service and Cooki ng Utensi[...]

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    Operating Instructions 28 Starting the Wash Programme 0 1. Check that when the dishes and cutl ery are loaded into the dishwasher the spray arms are free to rotate. 2. Open the tap fully. 3. Shut the door. 4. Press the ON/OFF button The ON/OFF button indicator illuminates. 5. Press the button for the programme required (see “Programme Table “).[...]

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    Operating Instructions 29 Interrupting the wash programme by opening the door of the d ish- washer 1 Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. Open the door care- fully. 0 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. The wash programme stops. 2. Shut the door. The wash programme continues. Cancelling the wash programme 0 1. Press the button for the wash[...]

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    Operating Instructions 30 Load Sensing – Sensor Logic If a wash programme is started even though there are only a few dishes in the upper and/or lower basket, an intelligent electronic system adjusts the amount of water and th e duration of the wash programme to the number of dishes. By this mean s it is possible to wash only a few dishes quickly[...]

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    Operating Instructions 31 Care and Cleaning 1 Do not under any circumstances use fu rniture care products or aggres- sive cleaners. • If necessary, clean the controls only with a soft cloth and pure warm water. • O ccasionally check the internal cont ainers, door seal, and water inlet for soiling, clean if necessary. Cleaning the Filter 3 The f[...]

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    Operating Instructions 32 7. Put the flat filter back in the base of the washing compartment 8. Place the coarse/fine filter in the microfilter and press together. 9. Put the filter combination in place and lock by turning the handle clock- wise to the stop. During this process ensure that the flat filter does not protrude above the base of the was[...]

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    Operating Instructions 33 What to do, if ... Try to rectify minor faults on the dishwasher with the aid of the instructions given here. If you call an engineer to resolve a of fault listed here, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is in guarantee. ...Error messages • If the mul[...]

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    Operating Instructions 34 During a wash pr ogramme the SPRAY ARM indica tor illuminates at irregular intervals and 1 longer warning tone can be heard at the same time. The middle spray arm is jammed. Open the d oor carefully , as hot steam can escape when the door is opened. There is a risk of scolding! Place the dishes and cutlery in the lower bas[...]

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    Operating Instructions 35 ...there are problems with th e operation of the dish- washer. ...the wash result is not satisfactory. The dishes are still dirty. – The wrong wash programme was selected. – The dishes were arranged in such a manner that water has not reached all parts. The dish racks must not be overloaded. – The filter in the base [...]

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    Operating Instructions 36 The dishes are wet and dull. – Rinse aid was not used. – The rinse aid container is empty. There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating on glasses and dishes. – Decrease rinse aid dosing. There are dried water drops on the glasses and dishes. – Increase rinse aid dosing. – The detergent may be the cause. Co[...]

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    Operating Instructions 37 Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see Programme Table). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively an[...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 38 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted such that it is stable and level. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the appliance to that of surrounding units extend the threaded fe[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 39 If the dishwasher is installed underneath a kitchen work surface, the original work surface of the dishwa sher is to be removed as follows: 0 1. Unscrew the screws from the posi- tioning plates on the back (1). 2. Slide the appliance's work surface approx. 1 cm to the rear (2). 3. Lift the work surf[...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 40 Connecting the Dishwasher Water Connection The dishwasher is fitted with safety devices that prevent the wash water returning into the drinking water system and comply with the applicable plumbing regulations. • The dishwasher must be connected to a cold water supply. •T h e d i s h w a s h e r must [...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 41 3 The following section is only applicable to dishwashers that have a safety valve on the threaded hose fitting for the tap: Water inlet hose with safety valve After connecting the double-walled wate r inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap. Therefore the water inlet hose is only under pressure [...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 42 Water drain Drain hose 1 The drain hose must not be kinked, crushed or entangled. • Connecting the drain hose : – Maximum permitted height: 1 metre. – Minimum required height 40 cm above the lower edge of the machine. Extension hoses • Extension hoses are available from AEG Service Force. The int[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 43 Leak Prevention System For protection from damage due to water leaks, the dishwasher is equipped with a leak prevention system, the AQUA CONTROL SYSTEM. In the event of a fault, the safety valve immediately interrupts the sup- ply of water to the appliance and the drain pump switches on. It is thus not p[...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 44 Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to inst all this appliance should be car- ried out by a qualified elec tr ician or competent person. 1 WARNING - This appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer declines any resp onsibility should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching [...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 45 Connections The water inlet and drain hoses, as well as the mains cable must be connected beside the dishwasher as there is insufficient space behind the appliance. The plumbing and electrical installa tion example given below can only be regarded as a recommendation. Two 45° or Straight Connections, Ou[...]

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    Guarantee Conditions 46 GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guaran tee conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 mont hs of the dat e of the purchase this AE G appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective b y reason only of faul ty work- manship or materials, we will, at our disc ret ion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labo[...]

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    Service and Spare parts 47 SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS In the event of your appliance requir ing service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contac t Service Force by telephoning: 08705 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. For the address of your local Servic e [...]

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