User manual ZANUSSI DW41/A

[. . . ] You MUST read it carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation s s s s s s This appliance is heavy. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. [. . . ] As phosphates have water softening properties, we suggest you add salt to the salt container even if the hardness of your water is as low as 4°dH (7°TH). This will avoid lime deposits on crockery and the inner tub. 9 M M IN AX PUD01GB Using your appliance Loading your appliance Before placing dishes in the machine, remove any scraps of food, to avoid clogging the filters and consequently reducing the performance. Do not load very small items which can fall through the baskets. Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes. The lower basket The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates (up to 27 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cutlery etc. Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the upper spray arm can turn freely. UI35 IEC 436 / DIN 44990 The cutlery basket Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard. UI27 Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carvings knives must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket. Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives. Cutlery should be placed in the removable cutlery basket with the handles facing downwards. If the handles protrude from the bottom of the basket, obstructing the lower spray arm, load the cutlery with the handles facing upwards. Mix spoons with other cutlery to prevent them from sticking together. Silver cutlery tends to go black if mixed with steel cutlery. Place it in the cutlery basket separate from the others. UI41 10 PBA10GB The upper basket The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses; Glasses with long stems can be placed upside down in the raised cup racks. The On/Off indicator light remains on until the On/Off button is depressed. 4. Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely. Measure out detergent Add the required amount of detergent into the dispenser according to the "Washing programmes" chart and close the lid. 11. Switch off the dishwasher Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off button and open the door. When the wash programme has finished, it is recommended that the dishwasher is unplugged and the water tap turned off. In general it is not advisable to open the door while the machine is working;if the door is opened however, a safety device ensures that the machine stops. Caution Do not open the door during the hot phase: this may cause hot water escape. Care must be taken if the door is opened during the hot phase or immediately after a programme has finished, as steam may escape. 5. 6. Close the detergent dispenser lid Close the dishwasher door Set the programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise until the letter of the programme you wish to select corresponds with the programme marker. 7. 8. 14 POS07GB Maintenance and cleaning Internal cleaning Ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth. We recommend every 3 months to run a 65°C wash programme without dishes using detergent. Cleaning the central filter (After each wash) Scraps of food may accumulate in the drain filter (A) and should be removed by rinsing the filter under running water. To remove the drain filter: simply pull it out by the handle. Once cleaned, refit the filter by pushing it back to its original position until it engages. MA04 A Cleaning the large filter (Every two months) If necessary clean the large filter (B) on both sides under running water, using a brush. [. . . ] Your local Water Authority will advise you on the average mains pressure in your area. The dishwasher features fill and drain hoses which can be turned either to the left or the right to suit the installation. The locknut must be correctly fitted to avoid water leaks. Avoid bends or kinks in the hose which could prevent or slow down the water supply. [. . . ]