User manual WHIRLPOOL AVM 218 WP AV INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Rinse aid level indicator and salt level indicator These indicator lamps light up when rinse aid or salt need to be added. Recommended programme for heavily soiled crockery, especially suitable for pans and saucepans. The data may vary, for example, according to different loads, extra functions, sensor settings (only with sensor programmes), water supply temperatures, water hardness and power supply voltage. Energy label programme in compliance with EN 50242. [. . . ] If the water hardness level falls within category 1 (soft), no salt is required. How to set the water hardness level - Switch on the appliance. - Select the 2nd programme “P2” - consult the table 1. - Press the START button for at least 5 seconds until the START indicator lamp flashes. - The set water hardness level is shown on the display (if present) or the START button flashes. - With each successive touch of the START button the setting increases and when it reaches 7 it returns to 1 again. - The appliance must be switched off to memorise the new setting. Water hardness 1 soft 1 - 2 medium 2 medium 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 English degrees °eH 0 - 6. 9 Flashing frequency or display setting 1 / 1x 2 / 2x 3 / 3x 4 / 4x 5 / 5x 6 / 6x 7 / 7x Water hardness level is factory set at 3 for medium-hard water (display 4 or 4 flashes of the START button). Water hardness level 4 with combined action detergent Even if you use a combined action detergent which includes salt, you must still add regeneration salt since such detergents are not effective enough at softening hard water. If the appliance is equipped with the function “Select detergent” (see chapter “1. The wash cycle can be interrupted at any time by pressing RESET. Changing the programme in progress/Resetting - Press the START button for about 2 seconds, until the START indicator lamp switches off. PROGRAMME END Exercise caution when opening the door: beware of hot steam. Only press the OFF button once the START indicator lamp has switched off. Unload the appliance, starting from the lower rack in order to avoid any residual drips of water falling onto crockery below. For even better drying results, leave the dishwasher door open a little before unloading in order to allow the steam to dissipate, helping the dishes to dry. The underside of the kitchen worktop must be protected (see instructions in “Maintenance and Installation”). Packing The packaging materials are 100% recyclable and marked with the recycling symbol. Removing the packaging and inspecting the contents After unpacking, make sure that the dishwasher is undamaged and that the door closes correctly. If in doubt, contact a qualified technician or your local retailer. Before using the dishwasher for the first time - The appliance is designed to operate at ambient temperatures of between 5°C and 45°C. [. . . ] For heavily soiled crockery, select a wash programme with a higher temperature (see table 1. If you select the “Half load/Multizone” function (if available), remember to load only the upper rack or only the lower rack to increase washing power and thus obtain optimum wash results. Are not perfectly clean/have food residues Possible causes/solutions . Have deposits: - regeneration salt residue - rust marks In the event of frequent use of the Eco programme 50°C (if available), from time to time select the intensive 70°C programme (if available). [. . . ]