User manual WHIRLPOOL ADP 4549/1 IX PRODUCT FICHE

[. . . ] • This dishwasher has been factory tested to ensure it functions correctly. Such testing may leave slight water marks that will disappear with the first wash. Water and electrical connections: All water and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions (refer to the enclosed installation booklet) and current local safety regulations. The appliance must only be used in the household for the prescribed uses. [. . . ] • If ecological energy sources are available such as solar panel heating, heat pumps or centralised heating systems, the appliance may be connected to the hot water mains up to a maximum temperature of 60°C. Make sure the water inlet hose is of the correct type. Refer to the “Connections” chapter in these user instructions. Disposal: The appliance is built from reusable materials. If you decide to scrap the dishwasher, it must be disposed of in compliance with local waste disposal laws. Before scrapping, cut off the power cable so that the appliance cannot be connected to the mains. • To prevent situations of potential danger to children (e. g. danger of suffocation), break the lock of the door so that it can no longer be closed. Child safety: • Children must not be allowed to play with the dishwasher. • Store the detergent, rinse aid and salt in a dry place out of the reach of children. Safety warnings: • The open dishwasher door can only support the weight of the loaded rack when pulled out. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER From a water hardness category of 1–2 (medium), before using the dishwasher, fill the salt container with regeneration salt (to find out the hardness level of water in your area, contact your local Water Board or check the last bill you received). If the water hardness level does not correspond to position 3 on the selector (factory setting) or if the water hardness level changes: Set the water hardness level Setting must be carried out according to the following table: • Switch on the appliance (consult the quick reference guide). • Press the Start button for at least 5 seconds until the Start indicator lamp flashes. • The Start indicator lamp flashes in relation to the water hardness set (table, flashing frequency). • With each successive touch of the Start button the setting increases and when it reaches 7 it returns to 1 again. • Switch off the appliance (consult the quick reference guide). The selected setting is now memorized. Hardness category / Hardness level 1 soft 1 - 2 medium 2 average 3 medium-hard 4 hard 4 very hard 4 extremely hard German degrees °dH 0-5 6 - 10 11 - 15 16 - 21 22 - 28 29 - 35 36 - 60 French degrees °fH 0-9 10 - 18 19 - 27 28 - 37 38 - 50 51 - 63 64 - 107 mmol/l Clarke scale or English degrees °eH 0 - 6. 3 7 - 12. 6 13. 3 - 18. 9 19. 6 - 25. 9 26. 6 - 35 35. 7 - 44. 1 44. 8 - 74. 9 Setting Flashing frequency (1x-7x) 1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x 7x 0 - 0. 9 1. 0 - 1. 8 1. 9 - 2. 7 2. 8 - 3. 7 3. 8 - 5. 0 5. 1 - 6. 3 6. 4 - 10. 7 If the water hardness level falls within category 1 (soft), no salt is required. How to fill the salt container Warning: only use regeneration salts for use in domestic dishwashers!Do not fill the salt container with unsuitable substances, such as detergent, as this will cause irreparable damage to the water softener system. Unscrew the cap by turning it counter-clockwise. When first using the dishwasher: fill the salt container to the rim with water. Fill the salt container to the rim with salt (using the filler provided) (when filling for the firsttime use min. [. . . ] Immediately wipe away any rinse aid spilt accidentally!This prevents the formation of excess suds which may spoil washing results. Thereafter, regularly check the rinse aid level. A How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator: Factory setting: Position 4. If you are not satisfied with washing or drying results, change the rinse aid dosage setting. [. . . ]