User manual SMEG PLE961AX

[. . . ] Operating instructions___________________________________ 35 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___________________________________________________________ 35 36 38 39 5. Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 42 6. Troubleshooting _______________________________________ 45 5. 1 General warnings and recommendations ________________________________________ 42 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. [. . . ] 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. 33 User instructions ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS (Customizing the consumer parameters) The electronic control system allows personalizing the machine use directly through a programming procedure not directly accessible that allows: regulate water hardness level. To access the programming environment, the appliance must be turned on with the door open. Then proceed as follows: · · · press the ECO DRY (4) button until the H symbol appears on the display, followed by the number 3, > H3; press the PROGRAM DELAY (5) button the number of times needed to select the right setting level for the hardness of the water (H0, H1, H2, H3, H4, H5); press the START/STOP (6) button to confirm the setting and return to the program setting menu. N. B. : after 2 minutes, the appliance exits the parameter setting menu automatically. WATER HARDNESS TABLE WATER HARDNESS German Degrees (°dH) French Degrees (°dF) 0-4 0-7 5 - 15 8 - 25 16 - 23 26 - 40 24 - 31 41 - 60 32 - 47 61 - 80 48 - 58 81 - 100 SETTING . h 0 . h 1 . h 2 . h 3 . h 4 . h 5 Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply. 34 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. The salt container can hold approximately 1. 7 Kg of salt in grains. Some models are equipped with an optical no-salt indicator. 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. 36 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. The detergent packs must be sealed and stored in a dry place to prevent the formation of lumps which may negatively affect washing results. Once opened the detergent packs should not be kept for too long, otherwise the detergent loses its effectiveness. Do not use detergents formulated for washing dishes by hand, because they produce a great deal of foam and may negatively affect the operation of the dishwasher. An insufficient amount of detergent will result in a partial removal of dirt from the dishes, whereas an excessive amount is wasteful and does not improve the washing results. [. . . ] Wash them under running water and carefully replace them in their seats, checking that their rotary movement is in no way impeded. To remove the upper spray arm, unscrew locking ring R. · To remove the lower spray arm, simply lift it up, pulling by the central part. · ORBITAL CLEANING THE ORBITAL VERSION SPRAY ARM To remove the ORBITAL spray arm assembly, take hold of the longer arm and pull the ORBITAL unit upward. [. . . ]