User manual SMEG PL2212GTW

[. . . ] INSTRUCTION MANUAL GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS Contents 1. 5. Safety and operating instructions __________________________ 2 Installation and hook-up _________________________________ 7 Description of the controls ______________________________ 12 Operating instructions __________________________________ 21 Cleaning and maintenance ______________________________ 28 Troubleshooting ______________________________________ 40 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. [. . . ] Powder detergents are more suitable for these programs. If the option is not provided, we recommend the use of conventional products (separate detergent, salt and rinse aid), because with conventional washing cycles, combined products might create problems such as a white deposit, poor drying results and residues left on dishes. For further information, refer to the detergent pack. IMPORTANT: when no longer required, the option must be deactivated by pressing the relative button (the light goes out). These products are not suitable for use with excessively “hard” water. If the hardness level set is higher than H3, when the option is activated the relative light flashes to indicate that the product is being used incorrectly; the dishwasher will still work, but washing results may be poor. 19 User instructions “CHILD LOCK” OPTION By pressing the indicated buttons (3) at the same time, the controls are locked, which is confirmed by the flashing ON/OFF (1) warning light. This option stays active (and the warning light keeps flashing) until the buttons (3) are pressed again. 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 detergent directly on the dishes. ENERGY MANAGEMENT At the end of the program, afterwards 5 minutes, the washing machine switches off automatically in order to reduce standby power consumption. In order to switch it on again, it is necessary to press the ON/OFF button. 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. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows:    Adjust the water softening system (on some models only); Add the regenerating salt (on some models only); Add the rinse aid and detergent. 4. 1 Using the water softening system (on some models only) 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). SALT When using water of medium hardness, the regenerating salt container should be refilled after approximately 20 washing cycles. The salt container can hold approximately 1. 7 Kg of salt in grains. The container is situated at the bottom of the dishwasher. [. . . ] Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. If the problem persists, contact the after-sales service. Water heating malfunction The water is not heated or the heating parameters are not correct. [. . . ]