User manual ASKO T712

[. . . ] To do this, open it a little and release it. If it doesn't, consult the Installation Instructions or contact your installer. Call your local water company to learn the water hardness in your area. You'll need to know this to determine how much detergent and rinse aid to use. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual does not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. [. . . ] See "Cleaning the Filters" on page 9. Page 8 CARE AND CLEANING The interior of your ASKO dishwasher is made of surgical quality stainless steel that has been electropolished to make it the smoothest surface available. The smooth surface prohibits the accumulation of dirt and bacteria inside the unit. If the water in your area is especially hard, however, lime deposits could form inside the machine. If this happens, you can remove them by putting two tablespoons of citric acid in the detergent compartment and running a Normal program. In extremely hard water areas you may need to repeat this process a few times to remove hard water deposits. CLEANING THE FILTERS For your convenience, we have placed the drain pump and filtering system within easy reach inside the tub. There are three components of the filtering system: the main filter, the coarse filter, and the fine filter. In hard water areas, it may be necessary to clean chemical buildup from the filters every 12 to 18 months. To do this, remove the coarse filter by squeezing the tabs and lifting it out. Next, unscrew the fine filter and lift it and the main filter out. Wash all three filters gently in hot, soapy water and rinse them thoroughly. Never run the dishwasher without the filters in place. Main filter Food and soil particles trapped by this filter are pulverized by a special jet on the lower spray arm and washed down the drain. Fine filter This filter holds soil and food residue in the sump area and prevents it from being redeposited on the dishes during a cycle. Coarse filter Larger items, such as pieces of bone or glass, that could clog the drain are trapped in the coarse filter. Don't use the high temperature for lightly soiled dishes. Select the upper or lower basket option when only one basket is loaded. Use the Express option when washing only slightly soiled loads. (You can speed up the drying process by opening the door slightly to release the moist air. ) Page 10 SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS As with any new appliance, it sometimes takes using it a few times to learn to operate it properly. If you are having minor performance problems with your dishwasher, read this section before calling for service. It may save you time and unnecessary expense. NOTE: ASKO has no control over what is put in our appliances once installed in a customer's home. You are solely responsible for what you wash in your ASKO dishwasher. Poor washing performance The dishes may not be loaded properly. Make sure that soiled surfaces are facing downward or toward the center of the dishwasher. Also, make sure that the bowls, pots, etc. , are not stacked so closely that water can't reach the soiled surfaces. Make sure you are using the appropriate program settings for the dirtiness of your dishes. An item may be obstructing the spray arm rotation. [. . . ] Wood can warp, crack or lose shape with any kind of washing. Dirilyte Disposable plastic items Flatware with bonded handles Glass Knives No No No Yes No Lead crystal Non-dishware items Non-stick coatings Pewter Plastic Silver and Silver plate No No Yes No Yes Yes, with caution Stainless Steel Yes, with caution Tin Wood No No Page 14 INDEX A Aluminum 14 3, 4 9 14 8 8 14 9 11 7 14 14 3 12 14 12 13 3 12 12 11 8 14 9 13 10 10 8 11 8 13 9 14 14 5 12 8 4 3, 4 14 L Lead crystal Lower basket 14 3, 4 9 5 14 14 7 7 14 11, 14 5 7 8 7 B Baskets M Main filter Main wash detergent compartment C Care and cleaning Cast iron Changing or stopping a program Child-safe button feature China Coarse filter Common dishwashing problems Control panel Copper Crystal N Non-dishware items, washing Non-stick pans, washing O Operating instructions Options P Pewter Plastic items Pre-wash detergent compartment Program options Program times Programs D Detergent dispenser Detergent left in compartment Dirilyte Dishwasher does not drain properly does not fill properly features makes unusual noises runs too long Dishwashing problems Display window Disposable plastic Door, cleaning Drain, problems Drain pump, removing an obstacle R Rinse aid dispenser filling setting amount dispensed 6 6 12 16 14 14 3, 4 3, 4 11 3 14 11 8 3 8 14 12 12 12 3, 4 3, 4 16 7 14 5 14 Page 15 S Serial number location Service Silver Silver plate Silverware basket Small items compartment Solutions to problems Spray Arms Stainless steel Stains and discolorations Start/Stop button Stemware rack Stopping a program E Energy saving tips Error codes Etching F Fault codes Fill problems Filtering system Flatware with custom handles T Tin Troubleshooting Type plate location on unit G Glass H Hard water removing spots U Unusual noises Upper basket Utensil/knife basket I Interrupting a program to add an item V Warranty information K Knife stop Knife/utensil basket Knives W Wash programs Washing special items Water hardness Wood ASKO PRODUCT WARRANTY MODEL T712 Be sure to complete the Warranty Registration Card you received with your appliance and mail it to AM Appliance Group to validate your appliance warranty. Cosmetic damage must be reported to your dealer within five days from the date of purchase. After unpacking the dishwasher, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage. FOR RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATIONS ONLY LENGTH OF WARRANTY AM APPLIANCE GROUP WILL PAY FOR: ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to correct defect in Three-Year Full Warranty From date of purchase. Service must be provided by an authorized ASKO service agent. [. . . ]