User manual WHIRLPOOL ADP 550 WS INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • Make sure the inlet and drain hoses are kink-free and are not crushed. • If the hose length is not sufficient, please contact your local dealer or our After-Sales Service. • The inlet hose must be securely clamped to the water tap to prevent leaks. • The inlet water temperature varies according to the model installed. [. . . ] For appliances with water stop system, this operation is not necessary. For appliances with water stop system: The water inlet hose and plastic casing contain electrical components. Do not therefore cut the hose or immerse the plastic casing in water. If the hose is damaged switch off the appliance immediately. 7. Warnings for comparative testing: Comparative testing conditions are described in the additional “Warnings for comparative testing” page. • • • EC Declaration of conformity This appliance has been designed, constructed and distributed in compliance with the safety requirements of EC Directives: 73/23/EC 89/336/EC 93/68/EC Load capacity: 8 place settings. 3GB94501. fm5 Page 69 Monday, July 9, 2001 5:01 PM HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER From a water hardness category of 1, before using the dishwasher for the first time, 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 2 on the selector (setting on delivery) or if the water hardness level changes, set the correct water hardness level on the salt container cap or (according to the model) using system 2 or 3. Press and hold the programme select button and the On/Off button (the salt level indicator lamp will flash and the indicator lamp / will light up). To change the set value: press and hold the programme select button until the required value is reached. As soon as the required water hardness level is reached, press the On/Off button. Press and hold the Start button and simultaneously turn the programme dial one position to the left. Release the Start button (the salt level indicator lamp will flash and setting value 2 will be displayed). To change the set value: press the Start button until the required value is reached. When the required water hardness value is reached and the indicator lamps light up, as shown in the table, turn the programme dial to the “Off” position. Table of water hardness categories: System 1 °dH 0-6 7-11 12-16 17-21 22-35 °fH 0-11 12-16 17-29 30-37 38-62 °Clarke 0-8 9-11 12-20 21-26 27-44 mmol/l 0-1. 1 1. 2-2. 0 2. 1-2. 9 3. 0-3. 7 3. 8-6. 2 Hardness category 0 1 2 3 4 System 2 and 3 °dH 0-6 7-16 17-21 22-35 °fH 0-11 12-29 30-37 38-60 °Clarke 0-8 9-20 21-26 27-44 mmol/l 0-1. 1 1. 2-2. 9 3. 0-3. 7 3. 8-6. 2 Hardness category 0 1 2 3 Indicator Lights no indicator light on / / / 69 3GB94501. fm5 Page 70 Monday, July 9, 2001 5:01 PM 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 first time use min. Screw the cap back on by turning it clockwise and make sure it is properly fastened. If regeneration salt is to be added, immediately start a wash programme (rinsing alone is not sufficient) in order to eliminate any residual saline solution straight away and avoid corrosion. Salt level indicator The dishwasher is equipped with an electric or visual salt level indicator (depending on the model installed). Electric indicator The salt level indicator lamp on the control panel lights up when the salt container is empty. Visual indicator The float is clearly visible in the cap window when the salt container is full. [. . . ] Make sure the spray arm rotates freely. Lower spray arm: 1. Remove the spray arm by lifting it upwards. Remount the spray arm by aligning it with the rotor pin and insert it. Push the spray arm down firmly until it is fixed in place. [. . . ]