User manual INDESIT DG 5100 WG

[. . . ] 7. Do not touch the heating element during or after a wash cycle. 8. Do not lean or sit on the door when it is open, as this could overturn the dishwasher. 9. If the appliance malfunctions, turn off water supply to the appliance and disconnect the plug from the wall socket. Then, consult the section entitled, "Troubleshooting. " If you cannot resolve the problem, contact a service centre. [. . . ] - Deep pots should be slanted to allow the water to flow out. - Silverware should be placed in the silverware basket (see figure A) with the handles at the bottom; if the rack has side baskets the spoons should be loaded individually in the appropriate slots. Especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal position at the front of the upper rack. The top rack is designed to hold delicate and light items, such as glasses, tea and coffee cups, and saucers, as well as plates, shallow serving bowls, and pans (as long as they are not too dirty). - Place these types of items so that they are not moved around by the spray of water. The top rack can be adjusted using the two rack heights (top and bottom). To adjust the rack, open up the tabs that lock the guides and pull out the rack. Arrange the rack with the back wheels in either the top or bottom position and then insert it along the guides until the front wheels are on as well. Close the tabs to lock the rack in place (see Fig. F). 1 2 Bottom Rack Upper Rack Load for 8 Standard Settings (For IEC tests : top rack at top position) 3 Fig. F 4 5 GB Turning on the Appliance Starting a wash cycle. . . . Make sure that the plug for the appliance is inserted into the wall socket. In order to prevent odors from forming and food from caking onto the dishes, you can run the hold cycle. - Choose the right wash cycle: the choice of cycle depends on the type of dishware, cookware and utensils being washed and how dirty they are. - Use the right amount of detergent: if you use too much detergent, the result will not be cleaner dishes, but, rather, a greater negative impact on the environment. - There is no utility in rinsing dishes, cookware and utensils before placing them in the dishwasher. How to Keep Your Dishwasher in Shape After Every Wash After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors are not trapped inside. Remove the Plug Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always remove the plug from the socket. No Solvents or Abrasive Cleaning Products To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Rather, use only a cloth and warm soapy water. To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior, use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar, or a cleaning product made specifically for dishwashers. When You Go on Holiday When you go on holiday, it is recommended that you run a wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and then remove the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and leave the door of the appliance slightly ajar. This will help the seals last longer and prevent odors from forming within the appliance. Moving the Appliance If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical position. [. . . ] If the water pipes are new or have not been used for an extended period of time, let A the water run to make sure that the water is clear and free of impurities. If this precaution is not taken, there is a risk that fig. 2 the water inlet can get blocked and damage the appliance. Hot Water Connection The water supply to the appliance can also be connected to the house's hot water line (centralised system, heating system), as long as it does not exceed a temperature of 60° C. [. . . ]