1LF020 SX - Dishwasher FAGOR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 1LF020 SX FAGOR

the water inlet, tighten

securely connected to

The water connection pipe is located on the back of the dishwasher:

holding the baskets in

between the wall and

the bottom space at the

back of the dishwasher

(b1) so that it is not

There should be a fixed water

outlet drain at a distance of

between 25 and 100 cm from

the floor. Make sure that the

outlet pipe is not too rigid,

If your dishwasher has a hot

water inlet, connect the pipe

to the hot water tap. In this

temperature must not

exceed 60ºC. Bear in

mind that this type of water

supply may affect the

capacity of the appliance.

max. 100 cm min. 25 cm Please refer to the specification label on the top edge of the door before making the electrical

connections. Make sure that the power voltage connected to the plug socket is as shown

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION It is very important for the bend pipe of the outlet hose is located securely in water outlet

so that it cannot disconnet. The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum) must

be between 0,5-10 bar (0,05-1 MPa).

b2 SerialnumberModel The specifications label is on the top edge of the interior

of the door. This label must never be removed, since it

provides information about the exact model of the

dishwasher, required power supply, serial number and

IMPORTANT It is very important for

the dishwasher to be

connected to an earthed plug

socket. The electrical

installation, plug, socket, fuses

or circuit breaker and meter

must be capable of the

maximum power shown on

the specifications label. If the

power cable is damaged, it

must be replaced exclusively

by the manufacturers,

aftersales service (TAS) or

recessmounted and integrated,

the plug must be accessible

after installation.It is important for the dishwasher to rest firmly on the floor, in a perfectly upright position. It should

then be levelled to rectify the effect of any unevenness of the floor.

If the appliance is to be positioned under a worktop, top can be removed or left in position.

Fitting a dishwasher into

dishwasher into a row of

kitchen cupboards with a

Screw the adjustable

legs into the dishwasher.

Refit the base to the

haight adjustment to

plinth to the required

dishwasher to fit properly

Then pull the support

blocks for the cover

If you wish to remove

the cover, you may do

this by detaching the

rear part of the same.

counterweight and pull

blanket, if the model

Fit the dishwasher into the

space. Adjust it to the

worktop until the top part of

the dishwasher is touching

the lower part of the cabinet

A configuration beep will sound when the buttons are pressed. You should

Turn the selector dial.

Press the selector dial.

Select the language.

Turn the selector dial.

and hold it down for 3

Press the selector dial

On LCD dishwashers, the main menu should be configured first of all. It includes the following

- Language Selection;

- End of Programme Notice;

(*) If you choose the “No sound” option the sound indicator will never appear on the display .

(**) If you choose any of these options, the sound indicator will appear on the display . When the programme ends, a beep will sound for three seconds and repeat every 30 seconds. Action Message on display

Switch on the appliance. Press the ON/OFF button

and hold it down for 2

Validate the hour. Press the selector dial.

Turn the selector dial.

Turn the selector dial.

Validate the minutes. Press the selector dial.

Before starting up the dishwasher, you will need to know the water hardness in

your area. You can find this out by either:

Consulting the local Water Board,

consulting the T.A.S. (Technical Assistance Service), or

using the Aquadur strip included in the accessories bag, following the instructions

Water hardness adjustment. Water contains scale. The more scale, the harder the

water. To prevent the scale in the water from damaging the dishwasher, it is equipped

with a descaler to reduce the scale and leave it perfectly clean for washing. The descaler

uses salt to function.

To find out the water hardness:

Place the strip in a glass of

water for one second, and

Shake it and wait for one

The strip will show the water

hardness. Check the result

of the test against the table

below. You will probably need

to adjust your dishwasher.

Validate the water hardness

Select the correct water

Turn the selector dial.

Press the selector dial.

The main menu is now configured.

HF: Water hardness (French system) DH: Water hardness (German system). Scale level ( HF ) 0-13 HF 14-38 HF 39-50 HF 51-63 HF Over 63 HFScale level ( DH ) 0-7DH 8-21 DH 22-28 DH 29-35 DH Over 35 DHTest resultGreen 1 Red stripe 2 Red stripe 3 Red stripe 4 Red stripeSalt regulator 01 23 4 Hardness Soft Standard Medium Hard Very hard

SALT, RINSE-AID AND DETERGENT

The first time you fill the salt

container, you must:

Pour in the salt but do

not fill the container to

Top it up with water.

Where to put the salt

The dishwasher has a salt container in the bottom of the tub.

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You should not use salt if your dishwasher does not

need it. In this case, the pilot light will remain on at

IMPORTANT When does the salt need replacing?

When salt is needed, the salt indicator will light up steadily on the

display . When the salt has been added, the indicator light will

The rinse-aid helps drying and prevents drops of water from clinging to utensils after washing.

The rinse-aid container is located on the inside of the door, next to the detergent container.

dispenser for adjusting the

amount of rinse-aid to the

position 2 at the factory).

If you notice drops of

increase the position of

the rinse-aid dispenser. If

the utensils have white or

sticky lines, lower the

Once the level of the

set, fill the container

to the top, but do not

overfill it. If this

spillage with a cloth. RINSE-AID CONTAINERDISPENSER a

A greater amount of rinse-aid does not necessarily mean

better results. In fact, too much rinse-aid can lead to

Close the lid tight and

clean the salt around

When the salt container needs

filling, you should always do it

before a wash and not afterwards.

cPRE-WASH When does the rinse-aid need replacing?

When salt is needed, the rinse aid indicator will light up steadily on

the display . When rinse-aid has been added, the indicator light

Valide la acción. Press the Start button .

Turn the selector dial.

When the process ends.

When the dishwasher has been correctly installed, we recommend you clean it before use. This

process is to be carried out with no dishes in the dishwasher, and no detergent. The procedure is

This is to check the installation, the connections and the drain

outlet, as well as to completely wash the interior before running

DETERGENT If you use detergent tablets instead of traditional products (granulated salt, powder detergent,

liquid rinse aid), you may notice a loss of efficiency, particularly in the case of short programmes

and/or programmes with low wash temperatures.

If you notice any performance problems with your dishwasher, e.g. there is a white film on the tank

or on the dishes, an accumulation of scale or poor drying efficiency, you should go back to using

traditional products.

We would remind you that if you go back to using traditional granulated salt, you will need to run a

few programmes before the dishwasher performs perfectly again, and there may still be some residue

left on the tank and dishes.

If you wish to use combined tablet products, read the instructions and indications for use on the

In case of doubt, consult the cleaning product manufacturer.

We provide no guarantee for any complaints directly related to the use of this type of products.

Pour in the detergent,

also require part of the

dose of detergent to be

poured into the tank

Detergent comes in tablet,

powder and liquid form.

You can consult the amount

of detergent needed on the

The detergent is poured into a tank on the inside of the door, beside the rinse aid tank.3

TABLEWARE AND UTENSILS. TYPES AND POSITIONING Not all utensils can be washed in a dishwasher. Do not attempt to wash items made of wood or earthenware

or plastic that is not heat resistant.

Stainless steel cutlery can be washed easily; however, ensure that silver cutlery does not come into contact

Items made of aluminium may fade in time.

Patterns on decorated porcelain may wear off if the quality is not good. Check with the manufacturer of China.

Only wash glasses that are dishwasher-compatible.

Please make sure your utensils are dishwasher-compatible.

Placing the utensils in the

It is very important to place

the utensils correctly in the

racks to guarantee a perfect

The lower rack is for

dirtier, more resistant

dishes and plates. Make

sure there is sufficient

one for the jet of water.

If your model has fold-

use them in vertical

position for washing

plates or in horizontal

position for large items

Bowls are placed on the left and plates on the right. Start loading plates from the outside

of the rack to the inside. Plates should not be touching.

IMPORTANT FOR 12 PLACE SETTINGSEN-50242LOADING PLATESVERTICAL POSITIONHORIZONTAL POSITIONEnglish

delicate items, such

has a special place.

There are also racks

which, when vertical,

are for holding wine

If you have selected the

Express programme or

the Top Load function,

the dishes are to be

If you have selected the

SPECIAL SUPPORTS TOP LOAD IMPORTANT When you have

loaded the dishwasher,

cutlery will not prevent

placed in the cutlery

rack, with the handles

cAdjusting the racks

adjusted in accord with

placed at two different

different-sized plates.

In the upper position, the

top rack holds standard-

size plates of up to 19 cm

and the bottom rack holds

plates of up to 31 cm. In

the lower position, the top

rack holds plates of up to

24 cm and the bottom

rack holds plates of up to

This can be adjusted

loaded with utensils.

To raise or lower its

position, pull the rack

both sides are at the

same height. If not,

cm.After selecting the programme, press the Start button to switch on the dishwasher.

Press the ON/OFF button .

The last programme used will

appear on the display.

SELECTING THE WASH PROGRAMME To select a wash programme, proceed as follows:

4.1. Selecting the wash programme

Action Message on display

Switch on the dishwasher.

Select the desired wash

Turn the selector dial. * Figures for a 60W motor.** The economy programme, standardised in accordance with EN-50242, lasts 171 minutes and consumes 1.05 kW/hand 14 litres (it is the most environment-friendly).*** Powder or liquid detergent should be used for the Express programme and the Delicate programme, as they dissolvebetter. **** If you are using combined detergent products (4-in-1 and 3-in-1 tablets), you should bear in mind that they may alter the consumption and programme duration parameters.25 gr. of non-concentrated powder detergent is equivalent to one-and-a-half level soup spoons or one detergent tablet.It is very important to choose the wash programme in accordance with the type and amount of utensils and levelof soiling.MIXto 50 O

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bacteria elimination

A more intensive wash

for particularly dirty dishes

For slightly dirty dishes

For very slightly dirty dishes

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25LOWER BASKET Only half the dishwasher’s capacity is used. Load the pans or very dirty dishes into the lower basket.

Select the lower basket

Press the selector dial.

Turn the selector dial.

UPPER BASKET Only half the dishwasher’s capacity is used. Load the most delicate items into the upper basket.

Select the upper basket

Press the selector dial.

Turn the selector dial.

4.2. Selection of options additionels

When you have selected the wash programme, you may activate 1 - 5 additional functions. Not all

the options are compatible with all the programmes. To view the options for the programme you have

chosen, press the selector dial:

When you have selected the options, press the Start button to switch on the dishwasher. If you

Select this additional function if you are using combined washing products (4-in-1, 3-in-1).

Select the 4-in-1 option.

Action Message on display

Turn the selector dial.

STOP TIME SHORT WASH Shortens the washing and drying times.

Select the short wash

Action Message on display

Validate the short wash

Press the selector dial.

Turn the selector dial.

Validate the 4-in-1 option. Press the selector dial.

You can select a delay of up to 24 hours. Select the delay after having chosen the wash programme

and any other additional functions. It is the last selection made before the dishwasher starts up.

Select the stop time

Press the selector dial.

Turn the selector dial.

When the option is activated, you will see on the screen that the programme duration is shorter.

Clock time: the present time.

Time remaining for the wash

More detailed animation of the

Additional function indicators.

If you have selected a stop time,

the information appearing on the

display before the programme begins

Stop time option selected

Delayed programming indicator.

1. Carefully open the dishwasher door.

2. Place the dish in the dishwasher.

3. Close the dishwasher door (a long three-second beep will sound).

If the dishwasher is functioning and you wish to place another dish in the dishwasher:

For safety reasons, in some cases a certain time needs to elapse before the programme starts up again.

Cancelling the delay.

To cancel the delay, switch off the dishwasher by pressing the ON/OFF button and holding it

down for one second.

Turn the selector dial clockwise. Adjustment

is by half-hour intervals.

time and start up the

All the washing information appears

POWER CUTS When the wash programme

ends, “End of Programme"

will appear on the display,

and a beep will sound if you

dishwasher to hear one.

The dishes can then be

If a power cut should occur, when the electricity comes back on the dishwasher will continue

to run from where it left off.

There a few things you should always bear in mind. If you do, your dishwasher will last longer

and be more efficient.

Fill the dishwasher: Try to make the most of your dishwasher’s capacity. This will help

you reduce water and electricity consumption and lead to quieter operation and be more

Position utensils correctly. For best quality washes, the spray arms should be able to

spin freely. Likewise, the utensils should be positioned correctly to ensure that they are

reached by the jet of water.

Programme selection. Select the correct wash programme and additional functions as

required. (See the programme chart on page 65).

APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING You should perform the cleaning operations regularly so that your dishwasher will last longer.

You should do the following every three months:

• Clean the spray arms.

• Clean the outside.

dishwasher last longer.

CLEANING THE WASH FILTER IMPORTANTIf you are planning to be away for a long period, leave thedishwasher door open so that the air can circulate freelyinside the machine. Take out the bottom rack,

remove the interior filter

by turning it anticlockwise

and pulling it upwards.

Remove the exterior filter.

protector (some models).

It is essential that filters

are put back in place

Make sure the filter

protector is in place.

The exterior filter fits into

Put the interior filter in

position and turn it

clockwise as far as it will

The filter is made up of two or three parts (depending on model type): interior filter, exterior filter and filter

protector. It is located at the bottom of the dishwasher under the bottom rack.

CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE APPLIANCE Clean the outside with a cloth and soapy water.

The third sprinkler is

upwards on it and then

The top sprinkler is fitted

to the top basket. It

unscrewed to remove it.

The bottom sprinkler is

removed by turning the

lower screw to the left

to loosen it and then

pulling upwards on the

Rinse the sprinklers under

the tap and clean them with

a non-scratch sponge.

The water outlet holes must

be kept clean. Unblock any

holes that are obstructed.

Then put the sprinklers back.

The dishwasher should be cleaned every three months to remove any dirt from the inside of the

machine. You will need to use machine cleaner and specific products for cleaning dishwashers (follow

the manufacturer’s instructions for use).

CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE DISHWASHER IMPORTANT For safety reasons,

make sure the appliance

is not in operation while

it is being cleaned.

The third sprinkler (depending on the model), the top sprinkler and the bottom sprinkler should be

cleaned every three months. To remove the sprinklers for cleaning:

Before any cleaning or maintenance operations, unplug

the dishwasher from the mains.

IMPORTANT Use non-scratch and

non-abrasive products.

cTROUBLESHOOTING DISHWASHWER If you find a problem when using your dishwasher, you will probably be able to solve it by consultingthe following section.If this is not so, please contact the TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICE and be ready to provideas much information as possible.If the dishwasher detects an anomaly, it will inform you by means of beeps or visual warning signals. 1

• Why won’t the dishwasher start?

This may be because:

– There is no power.

– It isn’t plugged in correctly.

– The power fuses have blown.

– The dishwasher is not connected to the mains.

– You haven’t pressed the On/Off button (the pilot light for this button must be on continuously).

– The dishwasher door is not closed correctly.

– You have not pressed the Start button.

• The dishwasher starts up but no water comes into the appliance

This may be because:

– There is no water supply.

– The stop tap is off.

The water inlet electrovalve filter is blocked.

• The water does not drain off and stays in the dishwasher

This may be because:

– The drain is blocked or badly fitted.

– The drainage pipe is blocked or kinked.

– The filters are blocked.

– The selected programme has not ended. Wait until it finishes.

• The low salt level pilot light does not go off

This may be because:

– A low salt level. Add salt and stir with a spoon.

– The water hardness is below 7DH, which means that salt is not necessary. In this case,

the light will always be on.

• Traces of detergent are left in the dispenser or on the door.

This may be because:

– One of the utensils is preventing the dispenser from opening.

– The detergent is past its expiry date or is not appropriate.

– The spray arms rub on a dish.

– The spray arm nozzles are blocked.

– The detergent container was damp when the detergent was added. The container must

• Unusual foam appears:

– You have used detergent for washing dishes by hand instead of special detergent for

• The dishwashers uses a lot of salt.

This may be because:

– The lid to the salt container is not closed correctly.

– The water hardness level is not correctly adjusted.

• The dishwasher makes strange noises.

This may be because:

– The dishwasher was not installed correctly.

– The spray arms rub on a dish.• Remains of dirt or food on the utensils

This may be because:

– The wash filter is dirty, blocked or not correctly in place.

– The spray arm nozzles are dirty or the arms are blocked by a utensil.

– The detergent is inappropriate or there is an insufficient amount.

– The utensils are not positioned correctly. Some utensils are in contact with others.

– There are too many utensils in the racks.

– The wash programme is inappropriate.

– The drain is blocked.

– The food remains on the utensils were too old and dry.

• The utensils come out white

This may be because:

– There was not enough detergent or rinse-aid.

– The salt container lid is not closed correctly.

– The salt container has no water or salt.

– The water softener is not correctly adjusted to the water hardness level.

– You have used a phosphate-free detergent. Try with detergent containing phosphate.

• The utensils do not come out dry

This may be because:

– There is no rinse-aid.

–The rinse-aid control is not set correctly.

– The utensils are positioned incorrectly.

– The utensils have been taken out too soon.

– The wash programme is inappropriate.

• Glass or crystal comes out with a milky appearance or scratched.

This may be because:

– They are not dishwasher-compatible.

– The detergent is inappropriate.

• Glass or crystal comes out looking opaque

– There is not enough rinse-aid.

• The glasses and cutlery have a dull appearance and the glasses have a metallic shine.

– Too much rinse-aid.

•Utensils made of stainless or fine steel come out stained.

This may be because:

–They are not dishwasher-compatible.

– The utensils are positioned incorrectly.

– You have used too much detergent.

– The steel is low quality.

– There is too much salt in the wash water. Close the salt container lid correctly.

PROBLEMS WITH THE QUALITY OF THE WASHDISHWASHWER FURTHER INFORMATION When the appliance reaches the end of its service life, you should not dispose of it

with the general domestic waste.

It can be taken free of charge to the local administrations’ specific selective collection

centres, or to distributors who provide this service.

Separating a domestic appliance before disposing of it means you will prevent possible

negative consequences for the environment and health which may be given rise to by

incorrect disposal, and it means the materials making it up can be treated and recycled,

obtaining important savings on energy and resources.

To remind you that you must collaborate with a selective collection scheme,

there is a symbol on the product warning you not to dispose of it in traditional

For further information, contact your local authority or the shop where you bought the

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