IDE 45 S EU - Dishwasher INDESIT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL IDE 45 S EU INDESIT

Installation and use

Instructions for installation and use

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GB Safety Is a Good Habit to Get Into NOTICECarefully read the instructions contained in this manual, as theyprovide important information which is essential to safe and properinstallation, use and maintenance of the appliance.This appliance complies with the following EEC directives:- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications; - 89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility)and subsequent modifications.- 97/17/EEC Labelling1.Carefully dispose of the packing material.2.After removing the packing, check to make sure that the applianceis not damaged. If in doubt, contact a qualified professional.3.The dishwasher must only be used by adults for the washing ofhousehold dishes and cooking utensils.4.Fundamental rules to follow when using the appliance:- Never touch the dishwasher when barefoot or with wet hands orfeet;- We discourage the use of extension cords and multiple sockets;- During installation, the power supply cord must not be excessivelyor dangerously bent or flattened;- If the appliance is not operating properly or maintenance mustbe performed, disconnect the appliance from the power supply. Close-up View (control panel) 5.Keep detergents out of the reach of children, who must also bekept away from the dishwasher when it is open.6.This appliance cannot be installed outdoors, not even if the area inwhich it is installed is covered by a roof; it is also very dangerous toleave it exposed to the rain and elements.7.Do not touch the heating element during or after a wash cycle.8.Do not lean or sit on the door when it is open, as this could overturnthe dishwasher.9.If the appliance malfunctions, turn off water supply to the applianceand disconnect the plug from the wall socket. Then, consult thesection entitled, "Troubleshooting." If you cannot resolve theproblem, contact a service centre.10.Appliances which are no longer being used must be madeinoperable by cutting the power supply cord and removing the doorlock. A: ON-OFF button

D: Cycle selection Knob

E: "Extra drying" button

P: Delayed start select button

R: Start/Reset Button

G: "Extra drying" indicator light

H: Cycle phase indicator lights

S: Low salt indicator light

T: Low rinse aid indicator light

I: Delayed start indicator light

To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of this

appliance, we recommend: l call only the Service Centers authorized by the manufacturer l always use original Spare Parts

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GB Close-up View (Interior)

Rack Height Adjustor

Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser

Technical characteristics

Capacity 9 standard place settings

The hardness of the water varies from place to place. If

hard water is used in the dishwasher, deposits will form on

the dishes and utensils.

The appliance is equipped with a special softener that uses

a salt specifically designed to eliminate lime and minerals

Loading the Salt into the Softener

Always use salt intended

for use with dishwashers.

The salt container is

lower rack and should be

1. Remove the lower rack

and then unscrew and

remove the cap from the

2. If you are filling the

container for the first

time, fill it with water;

3. Place the end of the funnel (supplied) into the hole and

introduce about 2 kg of salt. It is normal for a small amount

of water to come out of the salt container.

4. Carefully screw the cap back on.

The salt container should be filled up when the low

salt indicator light "S" 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.

Warning: To prevent rust from forming, we advise you to

load the salt before starting a wash cycle.

Adjusting Salt Consumption

The dishwasher is designed to allow for adjusting the

amount of salt consumed based

on the harness of the water

used. This is intended to

optimize and customize the

level of salt consumption so that

it remains at a minimum.

Your Local Water Board can

supply the degree of hardness

To adjust salt consumption, pro-

1) Unscrew the cap from the salt container.

2) There is a ring on the container with an arrow on it (see

figure to the side), if necessary, rotate the ring in the anti-

clockwise direction from the "_" setting towards the "+"

sign, based on the hardness of the water being used.

It is recommended that adjustments be made in accord-

ance with the following schema:

Detergent specifically intended for use with dishwashers

must be used. The dispenser must be refilled before the

start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided

in the "Wash Cycle Table." The detergent dispenser is

located on the inside panel of the door.

Loading the detergent

To open lid "A", press button "B". The cleaning detergent

should be introduced into the two containers "C"and

After pouring in the detergent, replace the lid, pressing

down until it clicks.

Dishwasher detergent in tablets is now available on the

market, in which case you should place one tablet into

container "D" and replace the lid.

Notice: To facilitate closing the cover, remove any

excess detergent on the edges of the dispenser.

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 the low rinse

aid indicator light "T" flashes.

Loading the Rinse Aid

To open the dispenser, turn the "C" cap in the anti-clockwise

direction and then pour in the rinse aid, making sure not to

overfill. The amount of rinse aid used for each cycle can be

regulated by turning the "F" dose adjustor, located beneath

the "C" cap, with a screwdriver. There are 6 different

settings; the normal dosage setting is 4.

Proper dosage of the rinse aid improves drying.

If drops of water remain on the dishes or spotting occurs,

the dosage adjustor should be turned to a higher setting. If

the dishes have white streaks, turn the dosage adjustor to a

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

GB Loading the Dishwasher

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

If the saucepans and frying pans are very dirty, allow them to

soak before being washed.

You will thus avoid having to wash them again.

To make it easier to load your dishes, pull the racks out fully.

How to use the lower rack

We recommend you place the most difficult dishes to wash

into the lower rack: saucepans, lids, soup dishes and plates

(load examples are shown in the photo).

The lower rack has tip-up sectors (see figure B), so you can

place even more saucepans and frying pans or make room

• Serving dishes and large lids: place them on the sides

• Saucepans, salad bowls: must always be placed upside

• Very deep dishes: place them obliquely, thus allowing

water to run down them and cleaning them better.

The cutlery basket (Fig. A)

This basket is equipped with a grids: insert the cutlery one

by one into the slots; knives and utensils with sharp blades

or tips should be positioned with the sharp parts at the

Position all cutlery items so that they don't touch.

Especially long utensils should be placed in the horizontal

position at the front of the upper rack.

How to Use the Upper Rack

The upper rack is designed to hold more delicate and

lighter dishware, such as glasses, coffee and tea cups

and saucers, as well as plates, small bowls and shallow

pans (as long as they are not too dirty).

After loading the dishes, remember to check that the blades

on the sprayer arms can turn freely without knocking

How to adjust the upper rack ….

The upper rack can be set in a high or low position. There

are two handles on the sides of the upper rack: use these

to adjust its height (see figure C).

GB Turning on the Appliance

Insert the plug into the electricity socket to power the

dishwasher. Turn on the water tap completely and press ON-

OFF button "A"; the display lights up and the wash cycle

time selected on the knob will flash.

Selecting and starting a wash cycle.

• Select the desired wash cycle by turning knob "D"

clockwise from wash cycle 1 to 7 and anticlockwise from 7

to 1; the display indicates the average duration of the wash

cycle and the cycle phases it consists of (consult the wash

cycle table contained on page 19, especially when first using

• Press the Start button "R" and the wash cycle starts up,

emitting a double beep; the approximate amount of time

left until the end of the wash cycle is displayed.

• If the time indicated at the start of the wash cycle does not

correspond to the actual duration of the cycle itself, this could

be for a number of reasons: the temperature of the inlet

water, the degree of soil, prolonged attempts by the appliance

to clean the wash filter from food residue clogging it, etc.

Cycle phase under way indicator

While the wash cycle is under way, the symbols corresponding

to the cycle phases light up in sequence.

Here are the symbols corresponding to each cycle phase:

Pre-wash Wash Rinses Drying

Cancelling and modifying a wash cycle in progress

Premise: a wash cycle in progress can only be modified if it

hasn't been running for long.

Keep the Reset button "R" pressed for about 3 seconds:

a prolonged beep will sound, followed by three short beeps.

The cancelled cycle time will flash on the display. Turn the

knob to select a new wash cycle.

You've left out a dish?

You can interrupt a wash cycle by pressing the "ON-OFF"

button, then place the forgotten dishes into the appliance,

which will start up, after approximately 10 seconds, from

where it was interrupted when you turn it back on.

There's been a power failure? Has the dishwasher door

The wash cycle stops and 3 dashes appear on the display;

the cycle restarts as soon as the electricity comes back on or

when the door is shut.

At the end of the wash cycle

The end of the wash cycle is indicated by two short beeps

and the word "END" flashes on the display.

• Turn the appliance off at the ON-OFF button

• Turn off the water tap.

• Empty the lower rack first.

Make sure the wash cycle has ended before removing the

Warning: when you open the dishwasher door after the wash

cycle has just ended or is under way, take care not to scald

yourself with the hot steam.

How to set the extra drying

Press button "E". After a prolonged beep, indicator light "G"

lights up and the time corresponding to the wash cycle

selected on the knob will flash on the display.

Note: The time indicated on the display is extended due to

the extra drying time.

To disable the extra drying option, press the same button

and indicator light "G" will be turned off after a beep is

This option is incompatible with the soak cycle.18

GB Setting a delayed start

How to set a delayed start

When you have loaded the dishes, you can choose when to

start your dishwasher before setting the wash cycle desired.

• Press button "P" repeatedly to postpone the start of the

wash cycle from 1 hour to 24h.

• If you press the button again, the word "OFF" is displayed

(no selection made).

Once you have made your selection, make sure the appliance

door is shut and start the wash cycle by pressing the START

Symbol "I" lights up on the display and the countdown

• Once the countdown is up, the wash cycle begins and the

approximate amount of time left until the end of the wash

Warning: if the display indicates the word "dON" when you turn

your dishwasher on, this means the demo mode is in operation. This

mode is useful for exhibitors in that it simulates the wash cycles

without actually carrying them out.

To quit this mode, keep the START/RESET button "R" pressed for

approximately 4 seconds. The word "dOF" will be displayed once

you have quit the demo mode successfully.

Have you changed your mind?

• If you change your mind, you can set a shorter time delay:

press button "P" to select it. You need not reset the wash

• If you have changed your mind and wish to start the wash

cycle immediately, press button "P" until the countdown is

fully reset. Indicator light "I" will turn off and the cycle will

start at the sound of a beep.

The indicator light corresponding to the cycle phase under

way will come up on the display and the countdown to the

estimated cycle end begins.19

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GB Energy Saving Tips

- It is important to try and run the dishwasher when it is fully

loaded in order to save on energy. In order to prevent odors

from forming and food from caking onto the dishes, you

can run the hold cycle.

- Choose the right wash cycle: the choice of cycle depends

on the type of dishware, cookware and utensils being

washed and how dirty they are.

- Use the right amount of detergent: if you use too much

detergent, the result will not be cleaner dishes, but, rather,

a greater negative impact on the environment.

- There is no utility in rinsing dishes, cookware and utensils

before placing them in the dishwasher.

How to Keep Your Dishwasher in Shape

After every wash, turn off the water supply to the appliance

and leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odors

are not trapped inside.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always remove

the plug from the socket. Do not run risks.

No Solvents or Abrasive Cleaning Products

To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher,

do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Rather,

use only a cloth and warm soapy water.

To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior,

use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar,

or a cleaning product made specifically for dishwashers.

When You Go on Holiday

When you go on holiday, it is recommended that you run a

wash cycle with the dishwasher empty and then remove

the plug from the socket, turn off the water supply and

leave the door of the appliance slightly ajar. This will help

the seals last longer and prevent odors from forming within

Moving the Appliance

If the appliance must be moved, try to keep it in the vertical

position. If absolutely necessary, it can be positioned on its

One of the factors that cause odors to form in the

dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals. Periodic

cleaning with a damp sponge will prevent this from occuring.21

GB Cleaning and Special Maintenance

It may occur that the dishwasher does not function or does not

function properly. Before calling for assistance, let us see what can

be done first: have you forgot to press one of the buttons or to

perform an essential operation?

The Dishwasher Does Not Start

Have you checked whether:

- the plug is pushed into the socket correctly;

- the power is on in the house;

- the door is closed properly;

- the ON-OFF switch is on "ON";

- the water supply is turned on.

The Dishwasher Does Not Load Water

Have you checked whether:

- the water is turned on and the hose is connected properly;

- the water supply to the house is on and has sufficient

- the water supply hose is crimped or bent;

- the filter for the water supply hose is clogged.

The Dishes Are Not Clean

Have you put the right amount of detergent into the dispenser?

Is the wash cycle suitable for the dishes you have placed inside the

Are the filter and microfilter clean?

Can the sprayer arms turn freely?

The Dishwasher Does Not Drain

Have you checked whether:

- the drain hose is crimped or bent.

Lime Deposits or a White Film Form on the Dishes

Have you checked whether:

- the lid to the salt container is closed properly;

- the rinse aid dosage is correct.

If the display indicates the word "dON" when you turn your

dishwasher on, this means the demo mode is in operation.

Read the instructions on pages 18.

Your dishwasher is equipped with a safety system which is able to

detect any operating anomalies.

These anomalies or faults are signalled by several codes consisting of

letters and numbers that flash up on the display. Make a note of the

error code that appears, turn the appliance off, turn off the water

tap and call for technical assistance.

If you have forgotten to turn on the water tap, the appliance will

remind you with a series of prolonged beeps and the wording H2O

will flash up on the display. Turn the tap on and the wash cycle will

start up after a few minutes.

If you are not there when the H2O signal appears, the appliance will

switch to alarm mode and the code "A06" will flash on the display.

Turn the appliance off at button "A", turn on the water tap and wait

approximately 20 seconds before turning the appliance back on, the

wash cycle will start up again.

Clogged filter alarm

If the appliance is blocked and the code "A05" is flashing, this means

the filter is clogged by large particles of food residue. Turn the

appliance off at the ON-OFF button, clean the filter thoroughly and

reposition it in its seat, then turn the appliance back on. The wash

cycle will start up as normal after a few seconds.

Water load solenoid valve malfunction alarm

If the code "A02" flashes,

first of all turn off the water tap to avoid

any flooding and then cut off the electricity supply and call for

If, despite all these checks, the dishwasher still does not function

and/or the problem persists, contact the nearest authorised service

centre and provide them with the following information:

- the nature of the problem;

- the model type number (Mod. ...) and the serial number (S/N ....),

which are indicated on the plate located on the side of the inner part

Never call on unauthorised technicians and refuse to allow

parts to be installed that are not original spare parts.

If you want consistent good results from your dishwasher,

you need to clean the filter assembly; this way 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 semi-circular filter “A” after each

wash. All you need to do is

rinse them under running

water; to remove these, pull

the cup handle upwards.

The entire filter assembly,

comprising a semi-circular

filter “A”, a cup “C”, and a

cylindrical filter “B” should

be cleaned thoroughly once

a month. Rotate filter “B”

anticlockwise to remove it. For cleaning, use a non metallic

Reassemble the three parts as shown in the figures and

reinsert the whole assembly into the dishwasher, positioning

it into its housing and pressing 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.

Cleaning the Sprayer Arms

It may happen that food particle become encrusted on the

sprayer arms and block the holes (see "Close up view

(interior)", letters F-I). Check the sprayer arms periodically

and clean them when needed.

A Positioning the Appliance

Position the appliance in the desired location. The back

should rest against the wall behind it, and the sides, along

the adjacent cabinets or wall. The dishwasher is equipped

with water supply and drain hoses that can be positioned

to the right or the left to facilitate proper installation.

Levelling the Appliance

Once the appliance is positioned, adjust the feet (screwing

them in or out) to adjust the height of the dishwasher,

making it level. In any case, the appliance should not be

inclined more than 2°.

If the appliance is level, it will help ensure proper perfor-

This dishwasher model can be built under a single worktop

(please read the relevant instruction sheet).

Cold water connection.

Connect the cold water supply hose to a 3/4 gas threaded

connection, taking care to screw it tightly onto the tap. 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 making the connection. If this

precaution is not taken, the water inlet could get blocked,

causing damage to your dishwasher.

Hot Water Connection

The water supply to the appliance can also be connected to

the house's hot water line (centralised system, heating

system), as long as it does not exceed a temperature of 60°

In this case, the wash cycle time will be shortened by about

15 minutes and the wash efficiency slightly reduced.

The connection must be made to the hot water line following

the same procedures as those for the connection to the cold

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 fi-

gure) 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.

Attention: The special plastic hose support must be solidly

fastened to the wall to prevent the drain hose from moving

and allowing water to spill outside the drain.

Electrical Connection

After making sure that the voltage and frequency values for

the current in the home correspond to those on the rating

plate (located on the stainless steel inner door of the

appliance) and that the electrical system is sized for the

maximum voltage on the rating plate, insert the plug into

an electrical socket which is earthed properly (the earthing

of the appliance is a safety requirement mandated by law).

If the electrical socket to which the appliance must be

connected is not appropriate for the plug, replace the plug,

rather than using adpators or the like as they could cause

overheating and burns.

Should the electricity supply cable be damaged, we

recommend that you only contact authorised Technical

Service Centres for the replacement.

Anti-flooding protection

Your dishwasher is provided with a special system which

blocks the water supply in the event of leaks inside the

appliance. It is further equipped with a water inlet hose that

can withstand extremely high pressures and that turns bright

red in the event of breakage. Safety in the event of flooding

is ensured by the second clear hose that contains the former

and thus highlights the latter when it has turned bright red. It

is vital that you check it on a regular basis: if you see it has

turned bright red, then you know you have to replace it as

soon as possible. Call for an authorised technical engineer to

come and replace it.FR

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