User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX ESF218

[. . . ] Work performed by persons with inadequate knowledge may adversely affect the satisfactory functioning of the product and may cause personal injury or damage. Before any work is carried out on the dishwasher, it must be isolated from the electrical supply. To do this the power plug must be removed from the wall socket. Water connection should be made via an easily accessible tap. [. . . ] - This sequence of flashes is repeated several times after a few seconds pause. The water hardness level is raised by 1 step every time you press the start button. After hardness level 10 comes hardness level 1. Turn the programme selector to the "Reset" position when the required water hardness level is selected. If the setting 1 is chosen, the salt indicator lamp is not lit. -7- Programme chart Type of dishes Type of soil: Plates and cooking pots · heavily soiled · dried-on food remnants especially eggwhite and starch · normally soiled All types of dishes · normally soiled Coffee cups, delicate items · lightly soiled All types of dishes · 3) · dried-on food remnants Suitable programme: INTENSIVE 70° C Programme cycle: Pre-wash Washing 2 x rinses Final rinse Drying NORMAL 65° C Pre-wash Washing Rinse Final rinse Drying ENERGY SAVE 55° C 2) Pre-wash Washing Rinse Final rinse Drying QUICK 50° C Washing Rinse Final rinse PRERINSE Cold Prerinse - Consumption figures: 1) Washing time with drying: Drying time: Energy: Water: 117 minutes 94 minutes 159 minutes 36 minutes 7 minutes 13 minutes 13 minutes 54 minutes -- -- 1, 15 kWh 0, 80 kWh 0, 63 kWh 0, 40 kWh 0, 01 kWh 9 litres 7 litres 7 litres 6 litres 2 litres 1) Consumption figures have been calculated for nominal conditions. The figures can vary depending on inlet water temperature and how full the main and cutlery basket are. 2) Consumption figures and performance is according to the Energy Save programme cycle. 3) Prerinse is used if you want to wait until you have a full load. This cycle rinses the load and keeps it moist, making the main wash easier later on. Dishwashing detergent in tablet form is not suitable for use in the Quick programme cycle because some tablets cannot develop their full cleaning power during short programmes. -8- Loading and unloading the dishwasher How to load the dishes The illustration shows the dishwasher loaded with six place settings. Be careful when opening the door, since hot steam may escape. -9- Using the appliance Starting the programme 1. Cleaning of the filters is vital to ensure correct operation of the dishwasher. Moving the dishwasher If you have to move the dishwasher (you are moving house, etc): 1. Remove the water inlet and discharge hoses. Avoid tilting the dishwasher during transportation. Cleaning the spray arm The holes in the spray arm must be kept free of scraps for the efficiency of the washing action. When thorough cleaning is necessary, remove the spray arm by unscrewing the nut anti-clockwise, remove the washer and lift off the spray arm. Wash the spray arm with hot soapy water using a stiff brush if necessary to remove scraps. Re-assemble carefully, making sure the nut is secure. Protecting the dishwasher against freezing If the dishwasher is placed in an environment where the temperature sometimes falls below 0° C, there is a risk that the small amount of water which remains inside the parts of the dishwasher will freeze and damage it. Turn off the water supply to the dishwasher. Remove the water inlet and discharge hoses. Cleaning the cabinet Clean the outside surfaces of the appliance using a mild (non-abrasive) household cleaning product. Finish by removing remaining traces of the product with a damp cloth. Do not use cleaning products which contain alcohol (spirits), thinners and similar substances. If the dishwasher is not going to be used for some time, take the following precautions: 1. [. . . ] Loosen the retaining nut, turn the hose, then retighten the nut. Check that the nut and all other connections are tight before the machine is moved into position. Use only the inlet hose supplied to the dishwasher. Do not reuse an inlet hose used with a previous machine. Water drainage To protect the dishwasher against water damage it is equipped with a water safety system. [. . . ]