User manual SMEG ST732L

[. . . ] Operating instructions___________________________________ 33 4. 1 4. 2 4. 3 4. 4 Using the water softening system ______________________________________________ Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers _____________________________________ General warnings and recommendations ________________________________________ Using the baskets___________________________________________________________ 33 35 37 38 5. Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 41 6. Troubleshooting _______________________________________ 44 5. 1 General warnings and recommendations ________________________________________ 41 Thank you for choosing this product. We advise you to carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual, in order to understand how to operate your dishwasher safely and correctly. [. . . ] · Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing. · If available, connect the dishwasher to a hot water supply up to 60°C. · When possible, disable the drying cycle and leave the door open at the end of the washing · cycle: the residual air and heat will dry the dishes perfectly. AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT The phosphates contained in dishwasher detergents are harmful to the environment. To avoid using excessive amounts of detergent and to save on electricity, observe the following: · separate the more delicate items from dishes that are more resistant to aggressive detergents and high temperatures; · do not pour the detergent directly on the dishes. REMOVING THE DISHES At the end of the washing program, wait at least 20 minutes before removing the dishes, to allow them to cool down. To prevent any water droplets on the upper basket from falling on the dishes in the lower basket, it is advisable to unload the lower basket first, and then the upper basket. 32 User instructions 4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: Adjust the water softening system; · Add the regenerating salt; · Add the rinse aid and detergent. · 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 special regenerating salt to reduce the hardness of the water. The dishwasher is factory set for water hardness level 3 (average hardness 41-60°dF ­ 24-31°dH). SALT When using water of medium hardness, the regenerating salt container should be refilled after approximately 20 washing cycles. Replace the cover and turn it in a clockwise direction. Use a cloth to remove any spillage of rinse aid which might lead to the formation of excess foam. ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTING The dishwasher is factory set for medium water hardness. However it possible to change the setting by turning the dispenser's selector to the desired position: the amount of rinse aid dispensed is proportional to the selector position. The setting must be increased when the washed dishes appear dull or have circular staining. · · · · · To adjust the rinse aid setting, rotate the dispenser cap through a quarter turn in an anticlockwise direction and remove it. Then use a screwdriver to rotate the rinse aid selector to the desired position. The amount of rinse aid must be increased if the washed dishes appear dull or feature circular stains. If, on the other hand, the dishes are sticky or have white streaks, it is necessary to reduce the rinse aid setting. 35 User instructions ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press the button P. Add the detergent and close the cap carefully. During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically. · When a SUPER program is selected, in addition to the normal dose of detergent, it is necessary to add an additional amount inside compartment G or H. Use only detergents specially formulated for dishwashers. For optimal washing results it is important to use a good quality detergent. [. . . ] It is essential to thoroughly clean the filters according to the above instructions: the dishwasher cannot function if the filters are clogged. Carefully replace the filters in their seats, to avoid damaging the wash pump. PROLONGED DISUSE: · · · · · Run the soak program twice in succession. Leave the door slightly open, in order to prevent the formation of unpleasant odours inside the washing tank. Shut off the water supply tap. BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE: · · · Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes. [. . . ]