User manual SMEG A2D

[. . . ] Description of the controls 1. 1 Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. Switching on, programming, switching off, etc. are only possible when the door is open. The panel shown is given as example: the form of the lights and buttons may vary depending on the model. 1 ON/OFF BUTTON Press this button to switch the dishwasher on/off. [. . . ] The mixture of water and detergent must never enter the salt container, as this would compromise the operation of the regeneration system. In the event of this occurring, the warranty will be invalidated. Only use salt specially formulated for domestic dishwashers. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container completely. • 15 User instructions • • Do not use table salt, as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. The salt container should be refilled before starting the wash program. This way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed by the water; prolonged presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion. Be careful not to confuse the salt and detergent packages; adding detergent to the salt container will damage the water softening system. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM The dishwasher is equipped with a device which allows the softener setting to be varied to suit the hardness of the mains water. Adjustment is made using the PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON (3). ● Hold the button down for more than 15 seconds. The WATER HARDNESS ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR LIGHT (4) flashes, while the SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS (2) show the current setting. ● Each press of the button changes the selection, following the sequence in the table below. > After adjusting or displaying the current setting, simply do not touch the button for a few seconds; the dishwasher will automatically return to standard mode, quitting the adjustment mode. 16 User instructions WATER HARDNESS TABLE German degrees (° dH) 0-6 7 - 10 11 - 15 16 - 21 22 - 28 29 - 35 36 - 50 French Degrees (° dF) 0 - 11 12 - 18 19 - 27 28 - 37 38 - 50 51 - 62 63 - 90 All lights off (no salt) One light on Two lights on Three lights on Four lights on Five lights on Two lights on SETTING Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply. 2. 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 is on the left, and the rinse aid dispenser is on the right. With the exception of the SOAK program, it is necessary to add the required amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser before every wash cycle. The rinse aid, on the other hand, should only be added as required. 17 User instructions ADDING RINSE AID Rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the final rinse cycle. Enzyme detergents provide comparable results at low temperatures to those which can only be achieved at 65° C using traditional detergents. To protect the environment, we recommend the use of phosphateand chlorine-free detergents. 19 User instructions The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. 2. 3 General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the following recommendations concerning dish types and loading. There are generally no constraints on washing of domestic dishes, but in certain cases it is necessary to take their characteristics into account. Before loading the dishes into the baskets it is necessary to: • Remove large food remains, particularly bones, which may clog the filter or damage the pump. • Soak any pots or pans with burnt-on food to facilitate its removal, then load them into the LOWER BASKET. There is no need to pre-wash the dishes under running water before loading them into the baskets since this only wastes water. Correct loading of the dishes helps ensure optimal wash results. 20 User instructions WARNING!• • • • • Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the wash cycle. Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall and obstruct the spray arms or the pump. Containers such as cups, bowls, glasses and pots should always be loaded with the opening facing downwards and with any cavities at an angle, to allow the water to drain out. [. . . ] Troubleshooting The dishwasher is capable of signalling a number of faults by the simultaneous illumination of multiple indicator lights; the meanings are given below: FAULT DESCRIPTION Aquastop failure The anti-flooding system has activated (relevant models only). The system trips in case of water leaks. Safety level The system which limits the water level inside the dishwasher has tripped. Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. [. . . ]