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INSTRUCTION MANUAL G G U U I I D D E E F F O O R R U U S S I I N N G G T T H H E E D D I I S S H H W W A A S S H H E E R R A A N N D D T T H H E E W W A A S S H H I I N N G G P P R R O O G G R R A A M M S S[...]
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Rev 0.0 1 CONTENTS EN Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 3 2 DESCRIPTION AND USE OF THE CONTROLS .......................................... 5 2.1 Front panel ................................................................................................. 5 2.1.1 Display [...]
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Rev 0.0 3 INTRODUCTION EN 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing one of our products. T o use this dishwasher correctly and safely , please read this manual carefully . The manual is divided into sections giving you a step-by-step guide to all your ap- pliance’ s functions. The texts are easy to understand and are com- plete with detailed illustra[...]
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4 Rev 0.0 INTRODUCTION EN Symbols used in this manual (see tab. 1-01) DANGER . This symbol highlights information and warnings which, if not observed, may compromise personal safety or damage the appliance. This symbol highlights general information and warnings. T ab. 1-01[...]
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Rev 0.0 5 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2 DESCRIPTION AND USE OF THE CONTROLS 2.1 Front panel All the dishwasher controls ar e grouped on the fr ont panel (see fi g. 2-01). A brief description (see tab. 2-01) of the various elements on the front panel is given below . 1 On/Off button 2 Program selection buttons (P1…P5) 3 Half-load wash button (depending [...]
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6 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.1.1 Display The dishwasher is fi tter with a practical display (see fi g. 2-02) which provides information on the programmed dishwasher functions. A brief description of the various indicator lights on the display is shown below (see tab. 2-02). Delay function set. Sanitation function selected. Half-load function [...]
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Rev 0.0 7 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.2 Setting the washing program and switching on and off The dishwasher is equipped with a control panel and an information display (ref. 8 fi g. 2-03) which are used to program the appliance and switch it on and off. Fig. 2-03[...]
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8 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN T o select the most suitable program for the dishes to wash, consult the fol- lowing tables which specify the most appropriate type of washing sequence depending on the kind of dishes and how dirty they are (see tabs. 2-03a and 2-03b). PROGRAM, NUMBER AND SYMBOL CONDITION OF DISHES PROGRAM SEQUENCE TIME CONSUMPTION MI[...]
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Rev 0.0 9 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN PROGRAM NUMBER AND SYMBOL DISHES AND CUTLER Y PROGRAM SEQUENCE TIME CONSUMPTION MINUTES WA TER (1) ENERGY kWh (2) 6 CRYST AL Moderately dirty Cold pre-wash. W ash at 45°C (113°F). Cold rinse. Rinse at 69°C (156.2°F). Dry . (*) 10.8 l 2.85 gal. 1.15 7 NORMAL Moderately dirty Cold pre-wash. W ash at 55°C (131.00°F[...]
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10 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Only run the soak program with half loads. T o run programs 6, 7, 8, 9 (see tab. 2-03b), select the requir ed standar d pro- gram (see programs 2, 3, 4, 5 in tab. 2-03a) and then pr ess the “soak” button (program 1 in tab. 2-03a). The half-load option (ref. 3 fi g. 2-03) is available for all pr ograms, except th[...]
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Rev 0.0 11 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.2.2 Selecting a program In this dishwasher model all programming operations can only be performed with the door closed. With the door open, the symbols “--” appear on the display (ref. 8 fi g. 2-03) and the program indicator lights (ref. 7 fi g. 2-03) remain of f. Select the programs using the r elative butto[...]
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12 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.2.4 End of program The end of the program is signaled by a short beep and the message “ End ” appears on the display (ref. 8 fi g. 2-03). Press any of the pr ogram buttons to cancel “ End ” from the display and pr epare the dishwasher for a new cycle; this can also be done by opening and closing the door o[...]
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Rev 0.0 13 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.2.7 Canceling the current program T o cancel the current program, fi rst interrupt it (see para 2.2.5 “Interrupting a program”). Then pr ess buttons P1+P2 (see fi g. 2-05) together until the fi rst three program indicator lights turn on. The display indicates “ P0 ” and the dishwasher automatically goes [...]
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14 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.2.8 Options (available for all programs except soak and when the display shows “END”) HALF-LOAD (only on some models) This option is particularly suitable for reduced loads and saves on water and electricity . Pr ess the ½ -load button (ref. 3 fi g. 2-03) and then select washing in just one rack (upper or low[...]
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Rev 0.0 15 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN HALF OF THE CUTLERY BASKET CAN BE PLACED IN THE RACK SELECTED FOR ½ LOAD WASHING. A TTENTION: THERE IS NO POINT IN LOADING DISHES AND CUTLERY IN THE UNSELECTED RACK AS THE W A TER WILL ONL Y REACH THE SELECTED RACK. PROGRAM DELA Y Press the Pr ogram delay button (ref. 4 fi g. 2-03) to select a pre-washing program d[...]
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16 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN T o cancel the “program delay” once it has begun: press the start/pause button (r ef. 5 fi g. 2-03) for a few seconds until the clock symbol shines steady on the display; press the pr ogram delay button (ref. 4 fi g. 2-03) several times until the pr o- gram delay has been cancelled (the clock symbol disappears)[...]
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Rev 0.0 17 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 2.3 Additional functions (Customizing user parameters; available for all programs, except soak) 2.3.1 Adjusting the water softener N.B.: A DIFFERENT W ASHING PROGRAM FROM SOAK MUST BE USED TO MAKE THE FOLLOWING ADJUSTMENT . The electronic contr ol system incorporates an indirectly accessible pr ogram- ming procedur e[...]
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18 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN W ater hardness table (see tab. 2-04) WA TER HARDNESS SETTING German degrees (°D) French degr ees (°F) American degrees grains/gallon 0 - 4 0 - 7 0 - 4.5 H0 5 - 15 8 - 25 4.6 - 14.5 H1 16 - 23 26 - 40 14.6 - 23.5 H2 24 - 31 41 - 60 23.6 - 35 H3 32 - 47 61 - 80 35.1 - 46.5 H4 48 - 58 81 - 100 46.6 - 58.5 H5 T ab. 2-[...]
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Rev 0.0 19 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 3 ENERGY SA VING AND ENVIRONMENT AL RESPECT Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded. Do not wash the dishes under a running tap. Use the most suitable washing program for each type of load. Do not pre-rinse. If available, connect the dishwasher to a hot water system with a tempera- ture of up to 60°C (140°F).[...]
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20 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 4 REMOVING THE DISHES At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minute before removing the dishes in order to allow them to cool. T o prevent any water droplets on the upper rack from falling onto the dishes in the lower rack, empty the lower rack fi rst and then the upper one.[...]
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Rev 0.0 21 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 5 TROUBLESHOOTING The dishwasher is fi tted with a diagnostics system which detects and signals certain types of malfunctions. 5.1 T able of faults reported by the diagnostics system (see tab. 5-01a, 5-01b) F AUL T DESCRIPTION E1 Acquastop failure The anti-fl ooding system has tripped (only for models fi tted with[...]
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22 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN F AUL T DESCRIPTION E7 T urbine fl ow-regulator malfunction (only for models fi tted with this feature) The appliance is unable to precisely measur e the quantity of incoming water . Interrupt the current pr ogram and switch off the dishwasher . Switch it back on again, program a new cycle and press start. If the p[...]
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Rev 0.0 1 CONTENTS EN Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................ 3 2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION ......................................................... 5 3 INST ALLA TION AND HOOK-UP ............................................................... 12 4 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS[...]
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Rev 0.0 3 INTRODUCTION EN 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing one of our products. T o use this dishwasher correctly and safely , please read this manual carefully . The manual is divided into sections giving you a step-by-step guide to all your appliance’ s functions. The texts are easy to understand and are complete with detailed illustration[...]
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4 Rev 0.0 INTRODUCTION EN Symbols used in this manual (see tab. 1-01) DANGER. This symbol highlights information and warnings which, if not observed, may compromise personal safety or damage the appliance. DANGER OF ELECTROCUTION. This symbol highlights information and warnings of an electrical nature which, if not observed, may compromise personal[...]
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Rev 0.0 5 WARNINGS EN 2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION (Save this instructions) THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL P ART OF THE APPLI- ANCE : IT MUST AL WA YS BE KEPT INT ACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER (INCLUDING THE “INST ALLA TION” AND “DESCRIP- TION OF CONTROLS” MANUALS, IF A TT ACHED). BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULL Y READ ALL THE INS[...]
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6 Rev 0.0 WARNINGS EN BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH INST ALLA TION, DISCONNECT THE MAINS POWER SUPPL Y FROM THE WORK AREA. DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS, ADAPTORS OR SHUNT CON- NECTIONS IN ORDER TO A VOID THE POSSIBILITY OF OVERHEA T - ING OR BURNING WITH CONSEQUENT FIRE HAZARD. DURING INST ALLA TION, T AKE CARE NOT TO INJURE YOURSELF ON THE SHARP EDGES OF T[...]
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Rev 0.0 7 WARNINGS EN DO NOT INHALE OR SWALLOW DETERGENT AS THIS MA Y CAUSE BURNS AND/OR PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE NOSE, MOUTH AND THROA T , AND EVEN LEADING TO SUFFOCA TION; KEEP DE- TERGENT AW A Y FROM YOUR EYES. IF ONE OF THE ABOVE SITU- A TIONS OCCURS, SEEK MEDICAL ASSIST ANCE IMMEDIA TEL Y . TO PREVENT CHILDREN FROM COMING INTO CONT ACT WITH DET[...]
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8 Rev 0.0 WARNINGS EN DO NOT LOAD DISHES THA T ARE SOILED WITH ASH, WAX OR P AINTS. DO NOT INTRODUCE ITEMS IN HEA T -SENSITIVE PLASTI¬C, SUCH AS DISPOSABLE CUTLERY OR PLA TES, AS THESE MA Y BECOME DEFORMED. DO NOT WASH OBJECTS IN PLASTIC UN- LESS THEY ARE MARKED “DISHWASHER PROOF” OR THE LIKE. FOR UNMARKED OBJECTS, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OF T[...]
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Rev 0.0 9 WARNINGS EN DO NOT DRINK THE WA TER RESIDUES WHICH MA Y BE PRESENT INSIDE THE DISHES OR DISHWASHER. KNIVES OR OTHER SHARP-ENDED COOKING UTENSILS MUST BE PLACED IN THE CUTLERY BASKET BLADE-DOWN, OR LAID HORIZONT AL IN THE UPPER RACK. T AKE CARE NOT TO CUT YOURSELF AND ENSURE THA T THEY DO NOT PROJECT FROM THE RACK. POSITION SHARP/POINTED O[...]
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10 Rev 0.0 WARNINGS EN THE DISHWASHER MEETS ALL THE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT BY THE REGULA TIONS IN FORCE CONCERNING SAFETY AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT . ANY TECHNICAL CHECKS SHOULD BE CONDUCTED EXCLUSIVEL Y BY A TRAINED AND AUTHORIZED TECHNICIAN: REP AIRS CARRIED OUT BY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS WILL INV ALIDA TE THE WARRANTY , AS WELL AS POSING A POTENTIAL H[...]
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Rev 0.0 11 WARNINGS EN THE MANUF ACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBIL- ITY FOR DAMAGE TO PERSONS, ANIMALS OR PROPER- TY RESUL TING FROM F AILURE TO OBSERVE THE ABOVE PRECAUTIONS, FROM T AMPERING WITH EVEN A SINGLE COMPONENT OF THE APPLIANCE, OR FROM THE USE OF UNORIGINAL SP ARE P ARTS. IF IN DOUBT ABOUT THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL, CONT ACT THE TECHNIC[...]
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12 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 3 INST ALLA TION AND HOOK-UP T o install and hook up this appliance, consult the attached installation manual. Bear in mind the following warnings when installing and hooking up the dish- washer . DURING INST ALLA TION, T AKE CARE NOT TO INJURE YOURSELF ON THE SHARP EDGES OF THE APPLIANCE; WEAR SAFETY GLOVE[...]
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Rev 0.0 13 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN CHECK THA T THE VOL T AGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MA TCH THE RA TINGS ON THE NAME PLA TE OF THE AP- PLIANCE POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE SUPPL Y CORD, HA VE IT REPLACED BY THE MANUF ACTURER OR AN AUTHORIZED TECH- NICAL SERVICE CENTRE. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE [...]
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14 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE SUPPL Y CORD, HA VE IT RE- PLACED BY THE MANUF ACTURER OR AN AUTHORIZED TECHNI- CAL SERVICE CENTRE IN ORDER TO A VOID ANY RISK. DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS, ADAPTORS OR SHUNT CON- NECTIONS IN ORDER TO A VOID THE POSSIBILITY OF OVERHEA T - ING OR BURNING, WITH CONSEQUENT FIRE HAZ[...]
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Rev 0.0 15 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 4 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ST ARTING TO USE THE APPLIANCE, MAKE SURE YOU HA VE READ AND UNDERSTOOD ALL THE W ARNINGS CONT AI- NED IN CHAPTER 2 “IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTION”. Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, pr epare for use as follows: adjust the water softening system; add the regenerati[...]
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16 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 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 spe- cial regenerating salt to r educe the hardness of th[...]
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Rev 0.0 17 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN A When using the dishwasher for the fi rst time, in addition to the salt it is also necessary to add one liter of water to the container . Each time the salt container is refi lled, make sure that the cap (ref. A fi g. 4-01) is securely closed . The mixtur e of water and detergent must never penetrate the salt con[...]
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18 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 4.2 Using the rinse-aid and detergent dispensers The detergent and rinse aid dispensers are situated on the inner part of the door: the detergent dispenser (ref. A fi g. 4-03) is on the left, and the rinse- aid dispenser (ref. B fi g. 4-03) is on the right. A B WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE SOAK PROGRAM, BEFORE EV - ER[...]
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Rev 0.0 19 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 4.2.1 Adding the rinse-aid The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale de- posits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the fi nal rinse cycle, from the container situated on the inner side of the door . A C B T o add rinse aid: Open the door . Rotate the conta[...]
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20 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN T o adjust the rinse aid setting, rotate the dispenser cover (ref. A fi g. 4-04) through a quarter turn in an anticlockwise direction and r emove it. Then use a screwdriver to r otate the rinse aid selector to the desired posi- tion. Replace the cover (ref. A fi g. 4-04) by tur ning it in a clockwise direction unti[...]
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Rev 0.0 21 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN A B When a program with hot pr ewash is selected (see program table in the “De- scription of Controls” manual), extra detergent must be placed in the cavity (ref. A or B fi g. 4-06, depending on models). Only use dishwasher -specifi c detergents. For optimal washing results it is important to use a good quality[...]
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22 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN When using detergent tabs, place them in the cutlery basket. The dispenser has been designed for powder or liquid detergent. As the cover does not open completely during the washing cycle, tabs are not fully r eleased (dis- solved). This could generate the following problems: - insuffi cient detergent released durin[...]
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Rev 0.0 23 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN MAKE SURE that the items being washed are dishwasher -safe. Items which are not dishwasher -safe: W ooden dishes, pots or pans: these may be damaged by the high wash- ing temperatures. Handcrafted items: these are rar ely suitable for washing in a dishwasher . The relatively high water temperatur es and the detergent[...]
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24 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 4-07 Fig. 4-08 4.4 Using the racks The dishwasher has a capacity of 12 place-settings , including serving dish- es. Examples of loading 12 place-settings in the upper rack (see fi g. 4-07) and in the lower rack (see fi g. 4-08) are shown below .[...]
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Rev 0.0 25 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 4-09 4.4.1 Lower rack The lower rack receives the full for ce of the lower spray arm, and should there- fore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degr ee of soiling. All types and combinations of loads are permitted, pr ovided that the dishes, pots and pans are arranged with all the soiled surface[...]
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26 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 4-10 Loading the lower rack (see fi g. 4-10) Carefully load fl at plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, position- ing them vertically . Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to leave a gap between them. Esempi di caricamento: Disp[...]
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Rev 0.0 27 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 4-11 4.4.2 Cutler y basket (see fi g. 4-11/4-12 depending on models ) The cutlery basket can be removed to simplify unloading. Arrange the cutlery in an orderly manner inside the basket, with the handles pointing downwards and taking car e not to injure yourself with the knife blades . The basket is suitable fo[...]
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28 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN pla_68xu: The cutlery supports and central lid are in the bag of accessories. The central lid (ref. A fi g. 4-12) is intended to act only as a cover; do not place the cutlery in it. Fig. 4-12 A[...]
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Rev 0.0 29 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 4.4.3 Upper rack (see fi g. 4-13) It is recommended to load the upper rack with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls and light objects made from heat r esistant plastic. If the upper rack is used in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving di[...]
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30 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Loading the upper rack (see fi g. 4-14) Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must always be facing downwar - ds. The left-hand side of the rack can be loaded with two layers of cups and glasses. The centre can be fi lled with plates and side-plates, fi tted upright into the supports provided. Fig. 4-14 Loa[...]
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Rev 0.0 31 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Adjusting the upper rack V ersion A (see fi g. 4-15): the upper rack can be adjusted in two positions, according to the user’ s needs and according to the height of the dishes in the lower rack. Proceed as follows: pull out the right-hand rack guide. Remove the stop (ref. A fi g. 4-15) after releasing the tabs (r[...]
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32 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 4-16 V ersion B (see fi g. 4-16): pull out the rack to its limit position and pull the right side upwards (r ef. A fi g. 4-16). At this point it is possible to load larger sized plates into the lower rack. to return to the original position, pull out the upper rack again and press the release lever (r ef. B ?[...]
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Rev 0.0 33 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN V ersion C (see fi g. 4-17): the upper rack can be set in thr ee dif ferent positions on both sides. The rack must be level on both sides. T o raise the rack (ref. A fi g. 4-17), lift it with the two handles (e.g.: ref. B fi g. 4- 17) to the fi rst or second catch depending on the height required. T o lower it (r[...]
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34 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 5 CLEANING AND USER-MAINTENANCE BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY WORK, AL WA YS DISCONNECT THE APPLIANCE FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPL Y . 5.1 General warnings and recommendations NEVER USE ABRASIVE AND/OR CORROSIVE DETERGENTS TO CLEAN THE APPLIANCE. Clean the outer surfaces and door -lining of the dishwasher regularly usin[...]
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Rev 0.0 35 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.2 Cleaning the water intake fi lter Clean the water inlet fi lter at r egular intervals. After closing the delivery tap, unscrew the ring nut (r ef. A fi g. 5-01) on the water inlet pipe (using a pair of pli- ers, if necessary) and delicately clean the fi lter , r emoving deposits or impurities. Then fi rmly ?[...]
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36 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 5-02 Fig. 5-03 Fig. 5-04 A B A . • • • • • • •[...]
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Rev 0.0 37 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.4 Cleaning the fi lter unit Periodically inspect the fi lter unit (ref. A fi g. 5-05) and, if necessary , clean it under running water (at room temperatur e), using a stiff brush. T o remove the fi lter , grip the tabs, turn anticlockwise and lift upwards; push the centre fi lter (r ef. A fi g. 5-06) fr om th[...]
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38 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.5 General warnings and recommendations for correct maintenance Clean the fi lters under running water (at room temperatur e) using a stiff brush. When removing the fi lter , take care that ther e are no food r esidues on it. If any residues fall into the washing pit (r ef. A fi g. 5-07), they might block hydraul[...]
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Rev 0.0 39 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN Prolonged disuse Run the soak program twice in succession. Unplug the power cord fr om the socket. Leave the door slightly open in order to pr event the formation of unpleas- ant odors inside the washing tank. Fill the rinse-aid dispenser . Shut off the water supply tap . Before starting the dishwasher after prolonge[...]
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40 Rev 0.0 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check that: there is rinse aid inside the special container; the rinse-aid dispenser setting is correct; the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its effectiveness (for example, through incorr ect storage, with the box left open). If the dishes show signs of str[...]
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Rev 0.0 41 USER INSTRUCTIONS EN 6 TECHNICAL DA T A (SEE T AB. 6-01) Width 59.7 cm ÷ 59.9 cm (23-1/2” ÷ 23-37/64”) Depth measured fl ush with the outer edge of the control panel 60 cm (23-5/8”) - ST A8614 57 cm (22-7/16”)-PLA8743;PLA68 55 cm (21-21/32”)-ST A8743 Height from 86 cm to 91 cm (fr om 33-55/64” to 35- 53/64”) Capacity 12 [...]
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Rev 0.0 1 CONTENTS EN Contents 1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 3 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION ............................................................................ 5 3 INST ALLA TION MA TERIAL ......................................................................... 8 3.1 Kit su[...]
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Rev 0.0 3 INTRODUCTION EN 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing one of our products. T o install this dish- washer correctly and safely , please read this manual carefully . The manual is divided into sections giving you a step-by-step guide to installation of the appliance. The texts are easy to understand and are complete with detailed illustrati[...]
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4 Rev 0.0 INTRODUCTION EN Symbols used in this manual (see tab. 1-01) DANGER. This symbol highlights information and warnings which, if not observed, may compromise personal safety or damage the appliance. DANGER OF ELECTROCUTION. This symbol highlights information and warnings of an electrical nature which, if not observed, may compromise personal[...]
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Rev 0.0 5 W ARNINGS EN 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL P ART OF THE APPLIANCE AND MUST THEREFORE BE KEPT INT ACT TOGETHER WITH THE MACHINE. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULL Y READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CONT AINED IN THIS MANUAL. INST AL- LA TION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULA TIONS [...]
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6 Rev 0.0 W ARNINGS EN TWO PEOPLE WEARING SAFETY GLOVES ARE REQUIRED TO LIFT THE DISHWASHER. DO NOT LEA VING DISCARDED P ACKAGING MA TERIALS UNSU- PERVISED WITHIN THE HOME. SEP ARA TE THE VARIOUS P ACK- AGING MA TERIALS AND T AKE THEM TO THE NEAREST SOR TED WASTE COLLECTION CENTRE. KEEP CHILDREN, PHYSICALL Y AND/OR MENT ALL Y IMP AIRED ADUL TS, AND[...]
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Rev 0.0 7 W ARNINGS EN DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS, ADAPTORS OR SHUNT CON- NECTIONS IN ORDER TO A VOID THE POSSIBILITY OF OVERHEA T - ING OR BURNING, WITH CONSEQUENT FIRE HAZARD. THE MANUF ACTURER DECLINES ALL RESPONSIBIL- ITY FOR DAMAGE TO PERSONS, ANIMALS OR PROPER- TY RESUL TING FROM F AILURE TO OBSERVE THE ABOVE PRECAUTIONS, FROM T AMPERING WITH[...]
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8 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 3 INST ALLA TION MA TERIAL T o install the dishwasher correctly , the following materials ar e r equired: Phillips screwdriver (r ef. A fi g. 3-01); • spirit level (ref. B fi g. 3-01); • tape measure (r ef. C fi g. 3-01); • compass saw (ref. D fi g. 3-01); • pencil (ref. E fi g. 3-01); • fi l[...]
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Rev 0.0 9 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 3.1 Kit supplied with dishwasher (models sta_4645/sta_8743) The kit supplied with the dishwasher comprises: adhesive steam guar d (r ef. A fi g. 3-02); • 1 steel steam guard (r ef. B fi g. 3-02);* • 1 template for door panel (ref. C fi g. 3-02); • 2 hooks for door panel (ref. D fi g. 3-02); • 8 s[...]
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10 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 3.2 Kit supplied with dishwasher (models pla_8743) The kit supplied with the dishwasher comprises: adhesive steam guar d (r ef. A fi g. 3-03); • 1 steel steam guard (r ef. B fi g. 3-03);* • 1 template for door panel (ref. C fi g. 3-03); • 2 hooks for door panel (ref. D fi g. 3-03); • 8 screws fo[...]
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Rev 0.0 11 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 4 DIMENSIONS OF DISHWASHER (See fi g. 4-01) Model A (height) B (width) C (depth) ST A8743 86 cm ÷ 91 cm 33-55/64” ÷ 35- 55/64” 59.7 cm ÷ 59,9 cm 23-1/2” ÷ 23-37/64” 55 cm 21-21/32” ST A8614X 86 cm ÷ 91 cm 33-55/64” ÷ 35- 55/64” 59.7 cm ÷ 59.9 cm 23-1/2” ÷ 23-37/64” 60 cm 23-5/8”[...]
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12 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5 INST ALLA TION AND HOOK-UP DURING INST ALLA TION, T AKE CARE NOT TO INJURE YOURSELF ON THE SHARP EDGES OF THE APPLIANCE. Remove the polystyrene rack blocks. Position the appliance in the chosen in- stallation position. The sides and rear of the appliance can lie against kitchen units or walls. If the dish[...]
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Rev 0.0 13 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN If the appliance is not in a niche and can therefor e be accessed on one • side, cover the door hinge area for safety r easons (cutting hazard). Covers are available as accessories fr om specialized retailers or fr om the T echnical Service Centre. T o build in the dishwasher , purchase the • relative k[...]
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14 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.1.2 Levelling the appliance Level the appliance using the relative adjustable feet (e.g.: r ef. A fi g. 5-02); use an open-ended wrench to r otate the feet until the dishwasher is perfectly level. Some models are fi tted with just one rear foot which can be adjusted with a screw located at the bottom fr[...]
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Rev 0.0 15 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 5-03 A 5.2 Connections Install the dishwasher so as to allow ease of access to the electrical and hy- draulic connections through the adjacent unit. These connections must never be behind the dishwasher . The inlet and drain hoses can be pointed in all directions. make sur e that they are not bent, cru[...]
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16 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN A through hole with a diameter of at least 8 cm (5/32”) is r equired to pass the hoses and power cord (r ef. A fi g. 5-05). Make sure ther e area no r ough edges that could damage the power cord or hoses. If the dishwasher is installed in a metal unit protect the edge of the through hole for the hoses an[...]
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Rev 0.0 17 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.2.1.1 Connecting to the water tap Connect the inlet hose to a threaded ¾” gas cold water tap, fi tting the supplied fi lter (ref. A fi g. 5-06). Firmly secure the hose by tightening the relative ring nut with your hands (ref. B fi g. 5-06); fi nish by tightening another ¼ turn using a pair of plu[...]
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18 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Do not cut the inlet hose (see fi g. 5-07). If the hose is cut, the dishwasher will not work, water will leak and you may be injured. If the hose is too long, wind it up tidily and place it behind the appliance. The cable harness and electrical components must not come into contact with the hydraulic syste[...]
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Rev 0.0 19 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5 .2.1.2 Connecting the drain hose Connecting to a drain Insert the relative hose into a drain with a minimum diameter of 4 cm (1-37/64”) (ref. A fi g. 5-09); alternatively , place the hose on the sink (r ef. B fi g. 5-09) using the supplied hose support (see fi g. 5-10), but taking care to avoid obstr[...]
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20 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Connecting to a “T” union of the drain circuit MAKE THE CONNECTION UPLINE FROM THE SIPHON OF THE DRAIN LINE AND A T LEAST 400 mm (15-3/4”) ABOVE THE FLOOR ON WHICH THE DISHWASHER WILL BE INST ALLED. Connect the dishwasher drain hose (ref. A fi g. 5-11) to the “T” union (ref. B 1. fi g. 5-11) of [...]
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Rev 0.0 21 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Connecting to a waste disposal unit with an air gap MAKE THE CONNECTION UPLINE FROM THE SIPHON OF THE DRAIN LINE AND A T LEAST 400 mm (15-3/4”) ABOVE THE FLOOR ON WHICH THE DISHWASHER WILL BE INST ALLED. Remove the cover of the waste disposal unit (ref. A fi g. 5-12). 1. Connect the dishwasher drain hose[...]
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22 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Connecting to the air gap (no waste disposal unit) MAKE THE CONNECTION UPLINE FROM THE SIPHON OF THE DRAIN LINE AND A T LEAST 400 mm (15-3/4”) ABOVE THE FLOOR ON WHICH THE DISHWASHER WILL BE INST ALLED. Connect the dishwasher drain hose (ref. A fi g. 5-13) to the air gap (ref. B fi g. 1. 5-13) using the[...]
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Rev 0.0 23 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Connecting to a waste disposal unit (no air gap) MAKE THE CONNECTION UPLINE FROM THE SIPHON OF THE DRAIN LINE AND A T LEAST 400 mm (15-3/4”) ABOVE THE FLOOR ON WHICH THE DISHWASHER WILL BE INST ALLED. Remove the cover of the waste disposal unit (ref. A fi g. 5-14). 1. Connect the dishwasher drain hose (r[...]
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24 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5 .2.2 Electrical connections and warnings CHECK THA T THE VOL T AGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MA TCH THE RATINGS ON THE NAME PLA TE OF THE AP- PLIANCE POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO THE SUPPL Y CORD, HA VE IT REPLACED BY THE MANUF ACTURER OR AN AUTHORIZED TECHNICAL[...]
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Rev 0.0 25 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN PLUG IS NOT SUIT ABLE FOR THE SOCKET , CALL IN A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN TO FIT A SUIT ABLE PLUG. The plug at the end of the power cord and the corr esponding socket must be of the same type and must conform to current r egulations governing electrical appliances. The plug must be accessible after installatio[...]
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26 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Push the dishwasher into position, taking care not to twist or crush the power cord or hoses (see fi g. 5-18). TWO PEOPLE WEARING SAFETY GLOVES ARE NEEDED TO PUSH THE DISHWASHER INTO PLACE. Fig. 5-18 Fig. 5-16 Fig. 5-17[...]
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Rev 0.0 27 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.3.2 Procedure for mounting the door panel (models sta_4645/sta_8743) Mount the door panel. Place the template on the inner surface of the panel, centering it along the up- per side and matching up the r efer ence locators (ref. A fi g. 5-19); mark the po- sition of the door hooks with a pencil (see fi g[...]
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28 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Drill holes for the panel handle using a drill with a suitable bit. Use the screw- driver to secure the door handle befor e hooking the panel to the dishwasher (see fi g. 5-21). N.B.: the screws ar e not supplied. Insert the door spacers contained in the accessory bag (see fi g. 5-22). Fig. 5-21 Fig. 5-22[...]
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Rev 0.0 29 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 5-23 Attach the door panel: fi t the hooks into their slots on the dishwasher and allow the panel to slide downwards and slip in to place (see fi g. 5-23). 1 2 Secure the door to the panel with the supplied scr ews. The panel must have a minimum thickness of 20 mm (25/32”) (see fi g. 5-24). Fig. 5[...]
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30 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Make sure the dishwasher door , complete with panel, opens comfortably and that the base plate (ref. A fi g. 5-25) does not prevent it fr om opening fully . If the base plate prevents the door fr om opening, mark out the section to remove (see fi g. 5-25), take out the base plate and cut it along the mark[...]
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Rev 0.0 31 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.3.3 Procedure for mounting the door panel (models pla_8743) Mount the door panel. Place the template on the inner surface of the panel, centering it along the up- per side and matching up the r efer ence locators (ref. A fi g. 5-27); mark the po- sition of the door hooks with a pencil (see fi g. 5-27). [...]
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32 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN If a gap is created between the contr ol panel and the door panel (ref. A fi g. 5-29), use the supplied strips (ref. B fi g. 5-29) to fi ll it. The number of strips depends on the size of the gap. Fig. 5-29 A B Position the strips between the control panel and the door panel of the dish- washer (ref. A ?[...]
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Rev 0.0 33 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Attach the door panel: fi t the hooks into their slots on the dishwasher and allow the panel to slide upwards and slip into place (see fi g. 5-31). 1 2 Fig. 5-31 Secure the door to the panel with the supplied scr ews. The panel must have a minimum thickness of 20 mm (25/32”) (see fi g. 5-32). Fig. 5-32[...]
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34 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Make sure the dishwasher door , complete with panel, opens comfortably and that the base plate (ref. A fi g. 5-33) does not prevent it fr om opening fully . If the base plate prevents the door fr om opening, mark out the section to remove (see fi g. 5-33), take out the base plate and cut it along the mark[...]
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Rev 0.0 35 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN 5.3.4 Completion of installation (all models) Finish the cut with a fi le (see fi g. 5-35) in order to remove any burrs and/or imperfections. Put back the base plate (see fi g. 5-36) and try to open the dish- washer door fully; if the base plate still obstructs the door , r epeat the above operations. Fi[...]
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36 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Before securing the dishwasher to the adjacent units, attach the gaskets to the sides. Remove the adhesive band on the gasket (see fi g. 5-37). Fig. 5-37 Fix the gasket to the dishwasher , inserting it in the seat on the sides towar ds the front (see fi g. 5-38), and making sure that the long side of the [...]
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Rev 0.0 37 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Fig. 5-39 A Fig. 5-40 shows the state of the dishwasher after the above operations are performed. Fig. 5-40[...]
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38 Rev 0.0 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS EN Tighten the supplied screws with a screwdriver; this operation defi nitively fi xes the dishwasher to the adjacent units; cover the side holes using the supplied plugs (ref. A fi g. 5-41). A Fig. 5-41 5.4 T esting After installation, test the dishwasher by starting a work cycle. Check for leaks and make [...]
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19 570 0072 00 1 15 mm(4-17/32") 125 mm(4-59/64") 135 mm(5-5/16") 145 mm(5-45/64") 155 mm(6-7/64") 1 15 mm(4-17/32") 125 mm(4-59/64") 135 mm (5-5/16") 145 mm(5-45/64") 155 mm (6-7/64") Measure the height of the control panel; bring the mark relating to this value into line with the top edge of the w[...]