LD 87 BLANC - Dishwasher ARISTON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LD 87 BLANC ARISTON

1. Installation and moving (p. 18)

Installation, after delivery or your moving house, is the most important procedure for the correct operation of your dishwasher. Always check:

1. That the electricity system is in accordance with norms;

2. That the water inlet and outlet hoses are connected correctly;

3. That the dishwasher is level on the ground. It is worth it: for the longer

life span and the correct operation of your dishwasher.

Control panel at your orders (p.12) Learn to get to know the parts which make up your dishwasher, you will use it better for it. This is where you will find the description of the controls and the internal parts.

3. How to load your dishes (p.13)

This page includes useful tips to help you load your dishwasher correctly and make the most of all the available space.

4. How to start your dishwasher (p. 14)

After loading the dishes, you need to select the right wash cycle and measure out the correct dose of detergent and rinse aid. Reading these pages will help you through all the wash phases.

5. Salt: an important ally (p. 17)

Using the right salt and in the right quantity will help you maintain your dishwasher in top condition, to wash better and to avoid possible damage caused by limescale.

Advice and suggestions to help you make savings as well (p. 17) This is where you will find small tips on how to wash your dishes better and to help make savings by selecting a wash cycle which best suits the type of load.

7. Troubleshooting (p. 19)

Before calling the technician, have a look here: a lot of problems can have an immediate solution. If you can't manage to solve it yourself, then call the Ariston helpline and any problem will be solved as quickly as possible.

8. Safety for you and your family (p.19)

Read this chapter carefully, as it will provide you with useful information on installation, use and maintenance safety. To avoid nasty surprises.

9. Special care and maintenance (p.20)

Once in a while, once a month, spend a little time on the filter assembly and the sprayer arms. This is where you can learn how.

10. Keeping your dishwasher in shape (p.20)

Respect the few rules you will find here, and the result will be an enduring top-shape dishwasher.

Technical characteristics (p. 2)

Ariston is still with you after purchase (p.21) All your appliance's technical data, in accordance with norms and regulations as always. Ariston supports its products by means of after-sales services and assistance, offering you special guarantees, professional assistance as well as quality spare parts and accessories. To find out more, call the Ariston Freefone Number. ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use 11 D ISHWASHER Let's open up your dishwasher together

Learn to get to know the parts which make up your dishwasher, you will use it better for it.

Upper rack Top sprayer arm Rack height adjuster Lower rack Bottom sprayer arm

Control panel at your orders A. Stand-by button Press this button to turn the display on B. Display Displays the functions in progress. C. Door opening handle Use this handle to open the dishwasher door. D. Start/Reset Button With Start, the wash cycle begins, whereas all the settings are cleared with Reset. M. “Menu” Button Press this button to select the auto Duo Wash cycle, the delayed start, the extra drying and the half load. S. “Sélection” Button Press this button select the following functions: delayed start, extra drying, rack selection. P. Cycle select button Press this button to select the desired cycle. E. Auto Duo-Wash cycle indicator light To remind you that the Duo-Wash cycle has been set. F. Delayed start indicator light This indicates that the delayed start has been set. G. Extra drying indicator light To indicate that the extra drying has been set.

H. Cycle phase indicator lights Pre-wash, wash, rinses, drying.

I. Wash cycle symbols

A wide range of wash cycles to choose from. L. Multifunction numeric indicator Informs you as to the duration of the cycle, the amount of time left to wait and any error codes. N. Upper or lower rack indicator light Indicates the rack selected for the half-load. T. Low salt indicator light To tell you that it’s time to add more salt. U. Low rinse aid indicator light To tell you that it’s time to add more rinse aid. Q. Water leak indicator light To warn you there is a water leak.

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• 73/23/EC (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent amendments; • 89/336/EEC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and subsequent amendments. • 97/17/CE (Labelling) How to load your dishes D ISHWASHER Before washing, a few small steps can help you get a better wash and keep your dishwasher for longer. Remove the largest scraps of food left over on your plates, soak saucepans and frying pans with tough incrustations. After loading your dishes, make sure the blades on the sprayer arm turn well First of all. Before placing the dishes in the racks, remove the largest scraps of food left over on your plates, you will thus avoid blocking the filter, which would reduce the efficacy of the wash. If the saucepans and frying pans are very dirty, allow them to soak before being washed. To make it easier to load your dishes, pull the racks out. Multisystem racks This dishwasher model is fitted with newer and more modern upper and lower racks and a cutlery basket. They are made to provide greater flexibility in loading dishes, making them more suitable to meet your specific needs. The rack handles can be cleaned regularly: pull out the two fastening plugs, remove the handles and rinse them under running water. Put the handles back in place and fasten them using the plugs you removed previously. What goes into the lower rack? We recommend you place the most difficult dishes to wash into the lower rack: saucepans, lids, soup dishes and plates, but also: mugs, cups and glasses (see photos for load examples). • Serving dishes and large lids: place them on the sides of the rack. • Saucepans, salad bowls: must always be placed upside down • Very deep dishes: place them obliquely, thus allowing water to run down them and cleaning them better • Glasses and cups: position them as indicated in the figure. The cutlery basket can be split up by pulling out the handle and removing the clips that keeps the two parts joined together. When you only have little cutlery to wash, you can use just half the basket; save space for other crockery or place the other half of the basket in the upper rack instead (see figures A and B). This basket is equipped with two removable grids: insert the cutlery one by one into the slots, with the handles at the bottom. Position them so that they don't touch. In this specific model, the cutlery basket is fitted with two detachable side compartments, as shown in figure A1, which can be hooked on either to the upper or lower rack, as required. What goes into the upper rack? Place delicate and lightweight dishes in the upper rack: glasses, tea cups and coffee cups, saucers - but plates too - shallow salad bowls, slightly dirty frying pans and shallow pans. Position light weight dishes in such a way as to avoid their being moved by the spray of water. The appliance can also be equipped with one or two tip-up compartments onto which you can place mugs and cups, as well as long sharp knives and serving cutlery. After loading the dishes, remember to check that the blades on the sprayer arms can turn freely without hitting against any dishes. Load examples lower rack upper rack How to adjust the top rack. The upper rack can be set in high or low position to enable you to organise your dishes effortlessly. Fig.C There are two handles on the sides of the upper rack: use these to adjust its height (see fig. C)

ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use 13 D ISHWASHER Starting the dishwasher Ready, steady, go! You have loaded your dishes and you now have to set the wash cycle. It takes just one minute to learn how First of all. Insert the plug into the electricity socket to power the dishwasher. Turn on the water tap completely and press the Stand-by button . The display turns on and 4 dashes appear: these indicate that the dishwasher is awaiting instructions. Selecting the wash cycle Select the wash cycle P by pressing this button Each time you press the button, a beep will sound and the corresponding symbols will light up in sequence: choose the cycle you deem most suited to the type of dishes to be washed (take a look at page 16, where you will find the wash cycle table). Keep the Start button pressed for a few seconds and the wash cycle begins, but if you have left the dishwasher door open, the word “DOOR” will be displayed; shut it and press the same button again. A beep sounds and then the wash cycle begins and only the symbol corresponding to the wash cycle selected is displayed. You can see the amount of time left until the end of the wash cycle on the counter. Do not expect a precise countdown as the wash cycle starts with an estimated cycle time that is updated, thanks to the sensor it is fitted with, as the cycle progresses, according to a number of parameters that ensure maximum wash efficiency. The dishwasher keeps you informed. Your dishwasher is fitted with indicator lights (H) which light up to indicate the cycle phase under way. Here are the s y m b o l s Prelavaggio corresponding to Lavaggio each cycle phase: At all times, your Risciacqui dishwasher tells Asciugatura you which cycle phase is under way. Modifying a wash cycle in progress. But if you have chosen the wrong cycle, not to worry! You can modify the wash cycle in progress, if it has only just started. Keep the Reset button pressed for about 2 seconds: a prolonged beep will sound, followed by three short beeps. Indicator light “I” turns off and the 4 dashes appear to indicate that all the settings have been cancelled. You are now free to reset the correct wash cycle. You’ve left out a dish? Well, it happens to everyone. Interrupt the wash cycle by pressing the Stand-by button, insert the dish you had forgotten and press the same button again. The cycle will start up from where you interrupted it. Finished? The end of the wash cycle is indicated by two short beeps and the word “END” flashes on the display. • Turn the display off by pressing button “A”, unplug the appliance from the electricity socket to cut off the power supply; the power supply cable should consequently be easily accessible. • Turn off the water tap. • Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishes: they are very hot! If you wait a little while, they dry better. • Empty the lower rack first. Make sure the wash cycle has ended before removing the dishes! There’s been a power failure? Have you opened the dishwasher door? The wash cycle stops and then restarts when the electricity comes back on or when you shut the door. Everything is under control! Have you left the dishwasher door open? The word “DOOR” flashes on the display.Shuttheappliancedoorand the wash cycle will start up again. “Duo Wash” Cycle: This is a special cycle that runs a differentiated wash on the two racks: delicate for glassware and glasses on the upper rack and heavy duty for saucepans and frying pans on the lower rack. Press the (Mode) button and select the Duo-Wash symbol, then press (Select): “on” means it is selected and the corresponding rectangle will light up, whereas “off” means it is disabled; after approx. 5 seconds, you will automatically quit the menu. Now press Start and the wash cycle starts with a beep. You decide when it starts. When you have loaded the dishes, you can choose when to start your dishwasher before setting the wash cycle desired. Press button “M” (Mode) and then select the symbol corresponding to the delayed start: the corresponding rectangle will darken. Now press button “S” (Select) to delay the wash cycle start by 1 to 24 hours. If you press the button again, the word “OFF” is displayed (no selection made). Each time the button is pressed, a beep will sound; once you have made your selection, make sure the appliance door is shut and start the wash cycle by pressing button (START). The countdown to the delayed start will begin on the display. Once the countdown is up, the wash cycle begins and the approximate amount of time left until the end of the wash cycle is displayed. Have you changed your mind? If you change your mind and wish to set a different delay press the Mode and Select buttons and repeat the selection. If on the other hand you want to cancel the delay set and you wish to start the wash cycle immediately, press the Select 14 ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use button repeatedly until it is set to zero. The following indicator light will turn off: Do you want extra drying? Before you start the selected wash cycle, press button “M” (Mode) repeatedly until the extra drying symbol “G” is selected, and the corresponding rectangle lights up. Press button “S” (Select) and select On to enable the extra drying, or Off to disable it. Remember that with the extra drying enabled, the wash cycle will last longer to provide you with dryer dishes. This option is incompatible with the soak cycle. You want to wash just half a load? Remember to halve the amount of detergent. Have you only got a few dishes that need washing? If so, load them all on a single rack to save on water, detergent and electricity. Press the Mode button repeatedly until symbol “N” is selected: the corresponding rectangle will light up. Using button S (select), you can decide to wash a half-load on the upper rack or on the lower one . Each time you press it, a beep will sound and the corresponding symbol will light up. The symbol for the selected rack is displayed. Off means “no selection” has been made Once you have made your selection, start the wash cycle by pressing START. This option is available with all wash cycles. The delayed start is also reset automatically should you fail to select the wash cycle within 15 seconds. Detergent and rinse aid Only use specific dishwasher detergents. Pour the detergent into the dispenser on the inside of the door. Before the wash cycle starts! The detergent Loading the detergent To open lid A, press button B. The detergent should be poured into the two containers C and D up to the rim. Now you can close the lid: press it down until you hear it click. If you prefer to use the detergent in tablet form, then place one inside the container “D” and close the lid. D ISHWASHER Useful tips

5 gr. Use the right amount of detergent: if you use too much, you will not get cleaner dishes, but just more environmental pollution. • Keep your dishwasher detergent and rinse aid in a cool, dry place and away from children. It won't close! Check whether there is any detergent residue on the edges of the dispenser. It is due to this residue that the lid won't close. Get rid of it and you'll see that it closes.

The rinse aid. This product makes dishes sparkle more as it improves their drying. The rinse aid container is situated on the inside of the appliance door; you should refill it when you see the container is empty by means of indicator light “D”. (If your dishwasher is fitted with a “low rinse aid” indicator light, fill the container up when the indicator light flashes or lights up). Loading the rinse aid. To open the dispenser, turn cap C anticlockwise. Take care when you pour in the rinse aid to avoid it overflowing. You can adapt the amount of rinse aid used by the dishwasher: regulate the adjuster F which you will find under lid C. You can choose from six different positions.

Proper dosage of the rinse aid improves drying. If drops of water remain on the dishes or spotting occurs, turn the dosage adjuster to a higher setting. If, on the other hand, the dishes have white streaks, then turn the dosage adjuster down to a lower setting. You can choose from six different positions. It is normally set to 4. Warning Three-in-one dishwasher tablets are now available on the market, and combine the detergent, salt and rinse aid all in one. If the water in your area is hard or very hard, we still recommend you pour extra salt into the relevant dispenser to prevent the formation of white streaks on your dishes or on the appliance interior. Add rinse aid to the corresponding container only if you are dissatisfied with the results on your dishes. In any case, please read the manufacturer's instructions provided on the packet. If you use only these products, it is normal for the salt and rinse aid indicator lights to flash permanently after a certain number of cycles. ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use 15 D ISHWASHER Select the right wash cycle A wash cycle for every degree of soil Salt, rinse aid, the right amount of detergent and the correct wash cycle: this is the formula to get the best results and to keep your dishwasher in shape Note: in the auto wash cycles, the cycles could undergo some modifications due to the intervention of the sensor which evaluates how dirty the dishes are and optimises the cycle in accordance. &\FOH &\FOHVHOHFWLRQLQVWUXFWLRQV &\FOHGHVFULSWLRQ "AUTO" wash cycles This means that your dishwasher is equipped with a sensor which evaluate how dirty your dishes are and allows these wash cycles to adjust automatically, to provide you with a more efficient and economic wash cycle. 'HWHUJHQW IRUSUHZDVK ZDVK 5LQVH$LG :DVKF\FOH GXUDWLRQ WROHUDQFH ZLWKRXWH[WUD GU\LQJ

D ISHWASHER Never without salt Water in your home Water hardness varies according to where you live. If the water in your home is hard, without water softening, incrustations would form on your dishes. Your dishwasher is fitted with a water softener which uses special salt to get rid of limescale in the water. Loading the salt. Always use salt which is intended for dishwasher use. The salt container is situated underneath the lower rack, fill it up as follows: 1.Pull out the lower rack completely, unscrew and remove the container cap

2. Is it the first time you load the

salt? First fill the container up with water (you won't have to do this again next time)

3. Put the dishwasher funnel on the

hole and pour in approximately two kilos of salt. It is normal that some water comes out of the container.

4. Screw the cap back in place

carefully. When should I load the salt? The salt container should be filled up when the low salt indicator light "T" flashes. Once you have loaded the salt for the first time, it is normal that the low salt indicator light stays on or flashes for about 5 consecutive cycles. Salt adjustment Your dishwasher can adjust its salt consumption according to the hardness of the water in your home. This way, you can optimise and customise your dishwasher's salt consumption (not too much, nor too little). To adjust salt consumption, do as follows:

1. Unscrew the salt container cap

2. There is an arrow on the neck of

the container (see figure): if necessary, turn the arrow anticlockwise from the "-" setting to the "+" setting. Select the arrow position depending on the water hardness, referring to the table provided. Suggestions and advice for you. How to look after and protect the dishes you hold dear ■ Almost all silverware can be cleaned in a dishwasher. There are two exceptions: old silverware and silverware decorated with an oxidising agent. Hot water can loosen the handles on old silverware ad wear off the decorations on the other. Never let silverware come into contact with other metals: you will thus avoid stains and blackening Apart from making you save time and energy, your dishwasher disinfects your dishes, washing them at a high temperature. To prevent rust from forming, load the salt just before beginning a wash cycle. Water Hardness Salt consumption (grams/cycle) Autonomy (cycles\2kg) Clarke degrees °fH mmol/l Selector position

>71 > 89 > 8,9 You don't know how hard the water in your home is? Ask the company that supplies water in your area. Savings are easy Using your electric household appliances wisely helps you make savings and is good for the environment. Maximum load. To optimise consumption levels, try to use the dishwasher with a full load only. If it takes quite some time to fill up your dishwasher, use the soak cycle to avoid the formation of bad odours and caked-on food. ■ Silver plates and serving dishes should be washed immediately after use, especially if they have contained salt, eggs, olives, mustard, vinegar, fruit juices and cooked vegetables. The right wash cycle. Select the most suitable wash cycle for the type of load you have placed in the dishwasher. The choice of wash cycle depends on the type of dishes to wash and on how dirty they are. To select the right wash cycle, please consult the wash cycle table on page 16. ■ For particularly delicate dishes, we recommend you use the specific wash cycle offered by your dishwasher. ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use 17 D ISHWASHER Installation and moving Your dishwasher has arrived After having bought or moved your dishwasher to another home, a correct installation ensures that your dishwasher will operate smoothly and efficiently. Choose where you want to install your dishwasher, you can even place it so that its sides or back panel are side by side with furniture or up against the wall. The dishwasher is provided with water supply and drain hoses, which can be directed towards the left or right to facilitate appropriate installation. This dishwasher model can be built under a single worktop (please read the relevant instruction sheet). Levelling. Once the appliance is positioned, adjust the feet by screwing them in or out depending on how high you want it and to level it so that it is horizontal. Make sure that it is not inclined more than 2 degrees. If the appliance is level, it will help ensure its correct operation. Cold water connection. This electric household appliance should be connected to the water mains using the cold water supply hose provided with the appliance only. Do not use a different hose. In the event of replacements, use original spare parts only. Connect the cold water supply hose to a 3/4 gas threaded connection, insert the small filter supplied with the dishwasher and taking care to screw it tightly onto the tap (see figure 2). If the water hoses are new or have been out of use for an extended period of time, let the water run to make sure it is clear and free of impurities before If the power socket to which the appliance is connected is not compatible with the plug, replace it with a suitable plug rather than using adapters or multiple plugs as these could cause overheating or burns. making the connection. If this precaution is not taken, the water inlet could get blocked, causing damage to your dishwasher.

Fig.2 Hot water connection. Your dishwasher can be supplied with hot water from the mains supply (if you have a central heating system with radiators) at a temperature of no more than 60°C. In this case, the wash cycle time will be about 15 minutes shorter and the wash will be slightly less effective. The connection must be made to hot water supply following the same procedures as those indicated for the cold water connection. Drain hose connection. Fit the drain pipe into a drain line with a minimum diameter of 4 cm or place it over the sink. Avoid restricting or bending it. Use the special plastic elbow provided (see figure) to position it in the best possible way. The part of the pipe marked with the letter A should be between 40 and 100 cm above the ground. The pipe should not be immersed in water. Electrical connection. First of all, check that the mains voltage and frequency values correspond to those stated on the rating plate located on the stainless steel inner door of the appliance and that the electrical system to which the dishwasher is connected is sized for the maximum current indicated on said rating plate. Power supply wire. Check the power supply wire on a regular basis; if it is damaged, we recommend you have it replaced by an authorised technical Assistance service centre. The plug The dishwasher plug must be accessible even when the appliance is installed as a built-in unit so that Earth: indispensable maintenance can be done safely. safety. Only now can you plug the appliance into a socket provided with an efficient earth connection (the system's earthing is a guarantee of safety provided for by law, make sure your system has it).

18 ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use The special plastic elbow should be fastened firmly onto the wall to prevent the drain hose from moving and allowing water to spill outside the drain. Troubleshooting If you have a problem, read this D ISHWASHER Your dishwasher may not work or not function properly. In many cases, these are problems which can be solved without having to call for a technician. Before calling the service centre, always check the points below. The dishwasher won't start Limescale deposits or a white film form on the dishes. If you are not there when this signal appears, the appliance will switch to alarm mode and the code ■ Is the lid on the salt container “AL06” will flash on the display. closed properly? ■ Is the rinse aid dosage correct? Turn the display off by keeping the Stand-by button pressed, check that there is Error messages. Your dishwasher is equipped with water in the mains supply and turn a safety system which is able to on the tap; turn the display back on detect any operating anomalies. bykeepingthesamebuttonpressed These anomalies or faults are again. signalled by several codes consisting of letters and numbers Repeat the programming that flash up on the display. Make a operations and start the dishwasher The dishes are not clean. ■ Have you put the right amount note of the error code that appears, by pressing the START button. of detergent into the dispenser? turn the appliance off, turn off the Clogged filter alarm ■ Is the wash cycle suitable for water tap and call for technical as- If the appliance is blocked and the the dishes you have placed sistance. code “AL05” is flashing, this Tap off alarm inside the appliance? means the filter is clogged by large ■ Are the filter and microfilter If you have forgotten to turn on the particles of food residue. Turn the clean? water tap, your appliance will ■ Can the sprayer arms turn remind you with a long series of display off by keeping the Stand-by freely? prolonged beeps and the wording button pressed The dishwasher won't H2O will flash up on the display. clean the filter thoroughly and drain. Turn the tap on and the wash cycle reposition it in its seat as illustrated ■ Is the drain hose bent? will start up after a few minutes. ■ Is the water supply tap turned on? ■ Is the water supply tap connected to the hose properly? ■ Has the water in your home been cut off? ■ Is the pressure of the water supply sufficient? ■ Is the hose bent? ■ Is the filter on the water supply hose blocked? ■ Is the dishwasher door open? on page 10. Then turn it back on. Repeat the programming operations and start the dishwasher by pressing the START button. Water leak alarm If this indicator light flashing, this means the appliance is blocked due to a water leak. Turn off the water tap, cut off the electricity supply and call for technical assistance. You have checked everything, but the dishwasher still doesn't work and the problem persists? Call an authorised service centre nearyouandremembertomention: • the type of malfunction • the model mark (Mod .) and the serial number (S/N .) indicated on the rating plate located on the inner door, to one side. Never call upon the services of unauthorised technicians and always refuse spare parts that are not originals. Safety within your home Your dishwasher was built in accordance with the strictest international safety regulations. They protect you and your family. Read the instructions and information contained in this manual: they will provide you with useful hints as to installation, use and maintenance safety. To avoid nasty surprises.

1. Dispose of the packaging

material carefully (follow the instructions on how to divide your rubbish up provided by your local Council)

2. After removing the packaging,

check to make sure your appliance is intact. If in doubt, contact a qualified professional.

3. Your dishwasher must only be

used by adults and for washing householddishes,accordingto the instructions included in this manual. Do not touch the appliance with wet hands or feet or barefoot.

4. We discourage the use of

extension leads and multiple plugs. If the electricity supply wire is not long enough, then have it replaced with one of the correct length and remember that it should be free of bends or dangerous kinks.

5. If the appliance is not operating

properly or if maintenance operations are necessary, disconnect the dishwasher from the mains power supply (unplug it!).

6. Keep children away from the

dishwasherwhenitisopenand keep detergents out of their reach.

7. Your dishwasher is not to be

installed outdoors, not even if the area is covered by a roof: it is extremely dangerous to leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms.

8. Do not touch the heating

element during or straight after a wash cycle.

9. Do not lean or sit on the door

when it is open, as this could overturn the dishwasher.

10. If the appliance malfunctions,

turn off the water inlet tap and disconnect the plug from the wall socket. Then try consulting the section entitled "I you have a problem, read this". If you cannot resolve the problem, then call the service centre.

11. Once taken out of use,

appliances must be made inoperable: cut the power supply wire and damage the door lock. I only want an authorised specialised technician with original Ariston guaranteed spare parts ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use 19 D ISHWASHER Care and maintenance Cleaning and special maintenance The filter assembly If you want consistent good results from your dishwasher, you need to clean the filter assembly. The food particles are removed from the wash water, allowing it to be recirculated during the cycle, filtered perfectly. For this reason, it is a good idea to remove the larger food particles trapped inside the cup “C” and the semi-circular filter A after each wash; pull the cup handle upwards to remove them. Just rinse them under running water. The entire filter assembly should be cleaned thoroughly once a month: cup C + semi-circular filter A + cylindrical filter B. Rotate filter “B” anticlockwise to remove it. For cleaning, use a non metallic brush. Reassemble the filter parts (as shown in the figure) and reinsert the whole assembly into the dishwasher. Position it into its housing and press downwards. The dishwasher is not to be used without filters. Improper replacement of the filters may reduce the efficiency of the wash and even damage your dishwasher.

Once in a while, once month, spend a little time the filter assembly and the sprayer arms. Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter Periodically clean the water inlet filter (see figure 2 under "Installation") located on the outlet of the water supply tap. After turning off the water tap, unscrew the end of the water supply hose, remove the filter and clean it carefully under running water. Then, return the filter to its place and tighten the water supply hose back into position.

Cleaning the sprayer arms. Food residue may become encrusted onto the sprayer arms and block the holes where water comes out. Check the sprayer arms regularly and clean them once in a while (letters F and I “How is it made?”). Keep your dishwasher in shape Respecting these few rules ensures you will always have a reliable work companion by your side. After every wash. When the wash cycle has ended, always remember to turn off the water supply tap and to leave the appliance door ajar. This way, moisture and bad odours will not be trapped inside. Unplug the appliance. Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance on the dishwasher, always remove the plug from the electricity socket. Do not run risks. No solvents! No abrasives! To clean the exterior and rubber parts of your appliance, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm soapy water only. If there are any stains on the surface of the appliance interior, use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar, or a cleaning product specifically made for dishwashers. Going on holiday? When you go away for an extended period of time, we recommend you do the following: • run a cycle with the dishwasher empty • turn off the water inlet tap. • leave the appliance door ajar This will help the seals last longer and prevent unpleasant odours from forming inside the appliance. Moving the appliance. Should the appliance have to be moved, try to keep it in a vertical position. If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on its back. The seals. One of the factors that cause unpleasant odours to form inside the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals. Periodic cleaning using a damp sponge will prevent this from occurring. 20 ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use Your dishwasher is not a waste disintegrator! Do not worry about removing every single bit of food residue from your dishes, but do get rid of bones, peel and rind and any other left-overs before placing them in the racks. Empty out all glasses and cups. Stay in touch D ISHWASHER THANK YOU for choosing an Ariston appliance. We are confident you have made a good choice and that your new appliance will give many years of excellent service. And we're there when you need us. Register your purchase now This will confirm your entitlement to free spare parts for five years, and you could also be lucky enough to recover the cost of your purchase in our quarterly prize draw. Simply complete and return the Registration Form supplied with the appliance documents, using the FREEPOST envelope supplied. Or call the Registration Hotline on 0870 010 4305. Enjoy complete peace of mind. By registering now, you automatically qualify for a full year's guarantee on parts and labour PLUS free functional parts cover for a further 4 years, provided they are genuine Ariston spare parts fitted by an Ariston Service Engineer. We're as close to you as your telephone For direct access to Genuine Ariston Spare Parts and Accessories, call 0870 558 5850 and speak to our skilled staff who can help you to identify and purchase the item you require. For a Rapid Response to a problem with your appliance, call 0870 607 0805. We're open from Monday to Saturday (8am - 5.30pm weekdays, 9am - 5pm Saturday). We have our own department of highly trained Ariston service staff. For most calls, our Service Engineer can fix the problem on the first visit. Please have the following details to hand when you ring us: The nature of the problem, the Model Number and the Serial Number. These numbers can be found on the appliance and on the portion of the Registration Card which you retain. ARISTON DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use 21 Xerox Business Services - DocuTech - 195037321.00 - Viale Aristide Merloni 47 - 60044 Fabriano (Italy) Tel +39 0732 6611 Fax +39 0732 662501 www.merloni.com 03/2003 Merloni Elettrodomestici