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    User Manual Dishwasher ZDF31 1 156999480en.qxp 3/2/2006 8:11 AM Pagina 1[...]

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    2 Content Safety information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3 Control panel and functions - - - - - - - - - - - -4 Programme table - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6 Before the first use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -7 Setting the water softener - - - - - - - - - - - - -8 Filling with dishwasher salt - - - - - - - - - - - -10 Filling[...]

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    3 Safety information Correct use ● This dishwasher is only intended for washing household utensils suitable for machine washing. ● Do not put any solvents in the dishwasher . This could cause an explosion. ● Knives and other items with sharp points must be loaded in the cutlery basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position [...]

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    Control panel and functions 4 Function and programme selection buttons On/Off button DELA Y button End of programme light Salt and rinse aid lights ● Never use the dishwasher if the electrical supply cable and water hoses are damaged; or if the control panel, work top or plinth area are damaged such that the inside of the appliance is freely acce[...]

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    5 Programme selection buttons Function buttons DELA Y button ● Starting the washing programme: 1. Press the On/Off button. 2. Press the button corresponding to the required programme, the corresponding light remains illuminated while the other programme lights turn off. 3. After about 3 seconds from the last pressure of a button the programme sta[...]

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    Programme Use Cycle description Programme table Normal Normal soil. Prewash - Main wash 65° Crockery and cutlery 1 intermediate rinse - Final rinse Dry Intensive Heavy soil. Prewash - Main wash 70° Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans 2 intermediate rinses - Final rinse Dry Rinse and Any . Prewash Hold Partial load (to be completed later in the day[...]

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    7 Before the first use When using separately special (dishwasher) salt, rinse aid and detergent: - set the water softener - add special salt - fill up with rinse aid When using tablets that integrate rinse aid and detergent: there is no need to fill up with rinse aid - set the water softener - add special (dishwasher) salt When using tablets that i[...]

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    8 Setting the water softener The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener designed to remove minerals and salts from the water supply , which would have a detrimental or adverse effect on the operation of the appliance. The softener should be adjusted according to the hardness of the water in your area. Y our local W ater Authority can advise y[...]

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    9 Setting the water softener electronically (see table) The water softener is factory set at position 5. The dishwasher must be switched off. Switch on the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off button. T o change the level, press function button 1 . Each time the button is pressed the level increases. (Level 1 follows level 10). The End of programme li[...]

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    10 Filling with dishwasher salt Unscrew the cap. Only before filling with salt for the first time , fill the salt container with water Using the funnel provided, pour in the salt until the container is full. CAUTION! Use only special salt suitable for dishwashers Remove any trace of salt. Replace the cap tightly turning it clockwise until it stops [...]

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    11 IMPORT ANT! T op up the rinse aid when the light on the control panel illuminates. Filling with rinse aid Open the lid. Fill up with rinse aid. The maximum level for filling is indicated by " max " . Clean up any rinse aid which overflows. Close the lid and press until it locks. CAUTION! Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with any othe[...]

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    12 ● The following items are not suitable for use in the dishwasher: - Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-of-pearl handles - Plastic items that are not heat resistant - Older cutlery with glued parts that are not temperature resistant - Bonded cutlery items or dishes - Pewter or copper items - Lead crystal glass - Steel items prone to rus[...]

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    13 Load upper basket. Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they do not move. If plates are to be loaded in the upper basket: load them starting from the rear positions; tilting them slightly forwards and avoiding the front positions near the door . Load the lower basket. Arrange serving dishes and larg[...]

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    14 Adjusting the height of the upper basket IMPORT ANT! Never lift or lower the basket on one side only . If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position. T o move to the higher position 1. Pull out the basket until it stops. 2. Carefully lift both sides upwards until the mecha[...]

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    15 Unloading the dishwasher ● Empty the lower basket first and then the upper one; this will avoid water dripping from the upper basket onto the dishes in the lower one. ● W ater may appear on the sides and the door of the dishwasher as the stainless steel will eventually become cooler than the dishes. IMPORT ANT! Open the dishwasher ’s door [...]

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    16 Cleaning and Care IMPORT ANT! NEVER use the dishwasher without filters. Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters will produce poor washing results. Cleaning the filters Clean filters A , B and C thoroughly under running water . T urn the handle about 1 / 4 turn anticlockwise and remove filters B and C . Remove filter A from the base of[...]

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    17 External cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc....). Ensure that the seals around the door , the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a da[...]

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    18 Fault code / malfunction Possible cause Solution Something not working The dishwasher does not fill with water . - continuous flashing of the light of the running programme - 1 flash of the " End of programme " light The dishwasher will not drain. - continuous flashing of the light of the running programme - 2 flashes of the " End[...]

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    19 IMPORT ANT! When carrying out the suggested corrective actions the appliance must be switched off. The wash results are not satisfactory The dishes are not clean ● The wrong washing programme has been selected. ● The dishes were arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded. ●[...]

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    20 T echnical data Consumption values Dimensions Width 60 cm Height with worktop 85 cm Height without worktop 82 cm Depth. 61 cm W ater supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa Maximum 0,8 MPa Electrical connection Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on V oltage - Overall power - Fuse the inner edge of the dishwasher ’s [...]

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    21 T esting in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Consumption values"). T est in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt container and rinse aid dispenser have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see "[...]

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    22 CAUTION! If the machine is connected to new pipes or pipes which have not been used for a long time, you should run the water for a few minutes before connecting the inlet hose. Inlet hose Connect the inlet hose to a water tap with an external thread of 3/4”. The inlet hose can be turned either to the left or the right to suit the installation[...]

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    23 W ARNING! Multi-way plugs, connectors and extension cables must not be used. This could constitute a fire hazard through overheating. If necessary , have the domestic wiring system socket replaced. In case that the electrical cable has to be replaced, contact your local Service Force centre. The plug must be accessible after the appliance has be[...]

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    24 European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed below for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law . If you move from one of these countries to another of the countries listed below the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the following qualifications: • The [...]

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    25 Österreich Polska +43 18 66 400 +48 22 43 47 300 Herziggasse 9, 1230 Wien ul. Kolejowa 5/7, W arsaw Portugal +35 12 14 40 39 39 Quinta da Fonte - Edificio Gonçalves Zarco Q35 -2774-518 Paço de Arcos Romania +40 21 44 42 581 B-dul Timisoara 90, S6, Bucharest Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera +41 62 88 99 1 1 1 Industriestrasse 10, CH-5506 Mägenwil Slov[...]

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    Subject to change without notice 15699 9 48 1 09/2007 www .electrolux.com 156999480en.qxp 3/2/2006 8:11 AM Pagina 28[...]