User manual SMEG DC136LW

[. . . ] INSTRUCTION MANUAL GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS Contents 1. 6. Safety and operating instructions ___________________________ 2 Installation and hook-up___________________________________ 5 Description of the controls _________________________________ 9 Operating instructions ___________________________________ 20 Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 33 Troubleshooting ________________________________________ 37 Thank you for choosing one of our products. You are advised to read this manual carefully; it contains all the information you need about the right conditions for the proper, safe use of your dishwasher. The individual sections are laid out to provide you with a step-by-step guide to all your appliance's functions; the texts are easy to understand and are complete with detailed illustrations. [. . . ] SPREAD HALF LOAD Suitable when there are not many dishes to be washed, it saves energy and reduces the program duration. Place dishes in both baskets then load the detergent dispenser than less than the normal amount for a full load. PROGRAM DELAY The PROGRAM DELAY button can be pressed to delay the start of the washing program by from 1 to 12/24 hours depending on the model. This option allows the dishwasher to be operated at the time of day of the user's choice. The first time the PROGRAM DELAY button is pressed the option light comes on and 1:h appears on the DISPLAY (9). The button can then be pressed again, to set the delay required (2:h, 3:h, . . . If no button is pressed for a few seconds, the DISPLAY (9) shows the time left (time remaining) to the end of the selected program (e. g. 5:40, duration of the washing cycle + program delay). When the user confirms the program start (read the relative section) a prewash will be carried out, after which the PROGRAM DELAY set will begin, and the time remaining on the DISPLAY will gradually be counted down. At the end of the delay set, the option light goes out and the washing cycle starts. N. B. : It is not possible to select the PROGRAM DELAY option once the cycle has begun. 18 User instructions TO SAVE ON ENERGY!AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT · · · · · Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded. Do not wash the dishes in running water. Use the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of load. Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing. If available, connect the dishwasher to a hot water supply up to 60°C. TO CUT DOWN ON DETERGENT CONSUMPTION!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. 19 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. [. . . ] · When removing the filter, take care that there are no food residues on it. If any residues fall into the washing pit they might block hydraulic components, or foul the spray arm nozzles. · 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. [. . . ]