User manual ZANUSSI VH501R

[. . . ] Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety. ried out by inexperienced persons will cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts. General safety · Dishwasher detergents can cause chemical burns to eyes, mouth and throat. [. . . ] Your local Water Authority can advise you on the hardness of the water in your area. Adjusting the water hardness setting manually 2 2 electronically level 10 level 9 Use of salt yes yes 9 Water hardness Clarke 46 - 52 36 - 45 28 - 35 23 - 27 18 - 22 13 - 17 5 - 12 <5 °TH 65 - 75 51 - 64 40 - 50 33 - 39 26 - 32 19 - 25 7 - 18 <7 mmol/l 6, 5 - 7, 5 5, 1 - 6, 4 4, 0 - 5, 0 3, 3 - 3, 9 2, 6 - 3, 2 1, 9 - 2, 5 0, 7 - 1, 8 < 0, 7 Adjusting the water hardness setting manually 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 electronically level 8 level 7 level 6 level 5 level 4 level 3 level 2 level 1 Use of salt yes yes yes yes yes yes yes no The water softener must be set in both ways: manually, using the water hardness dial and electronically. Setting the water softener manually (see table) The water softener is factory set at position 2. Set switch to position 1 or 2 Setting the water softener electronically (see table) 1. Press and hold Programme selection/ Cancel button until programme light A flashes and programme light B illuminates with fixed light. After a few seconds: ­ programme light B turns off ­ programme light A goes on flashing ­ End of programme light starts flashing: the number of flashes corresponds to current level set. The flashing is repeated with a pause of a few seconds. Examples: 5 flashes, pause, 5 flashes, pause, etc. . . To change the level, press the Programme selection/Cancel button. Each time the button is pressed the level increases (level 1 follows level 10). The End of programme light indicates the new setting. 5. To memorise the operation, switch off the dishwasher. Filling with dishwasher salt CAUTION!Use only special salt suitable for dishwashers. Unscrew the cap. Only before filling with Using the funnel provided, salt for the first time, fill pour in the salt until the the salt container with wa- container is filled with salt. Water will overflow from the container as salt is added. Remove any trace of salt. When the washing programme has finished, it is recommended that the dishwasher is unplugged and the water tap turned off. Care and cleaning Cleaning the filters IMPORTANT!NEVER use the dishwasher without filters. Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters will produce poor washing results. 16 Clean filters A, B and C Turn the handle about 1/4 Remove filter A from the thoroughly under running turn anticlockwise and re- base of the washing comwater. partment. Put the flat filter A back in Replace the filters and the base of the washing lock by turning the handle compartment and ensure clockwise to the stop. that it fits perfectly under the two guidesD. Cleaning the spray arms NEVER try to remove the spray arms. If residues of soil have clogged the holes in the spray arms, remove them with a cocktail stick. 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 the wash programme for heavy soiled dishes using detergent but without dishes. External cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc. . . . ). Prolonged periods of nonoperation If you are not using the machine for any prolonged period of time you are advised to: 1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water. [. . . ] The inlet hose can be turned either to the left or the right to suit the installation by means of the locknut. The locknut must be correctly fitted to avoid water leaks. Drain hose Connect drain hose to the Required height: 30 to 100 Ensure that the hoses are When connecting the sink. cm above bottom of the not kinked, crushed or en- drain hose to an under dishwasher. sink trap spigot, the entire plastic membrane (A) must be removed. [. . . ]