F88012VI - Dishwasher AEG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL F88012VI AEG

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33Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products.

To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this

instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly

and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we recommend

you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner of the appliance.

We wish you much joy with your new appliance.

Operating instructions 35

Set the water softener 40

Setting electronically 41

Use of dishwasher salt 41

Adjusting the dosage of rinse aid 43

Load cutlery and dishes 44

The cutlery basket 45

Adjusting the height of the upper basket

Fill with detergent 50

Multitab function 51

Activation/deactivation of the Multitab

Washing programmes 53

Select and start a washing programme 54

Unloading the dishwasher 56

Care and cleaning 56

Cleaning the filters 56

Cleaning the spray arms 57

External cleaning 57

Internal cleaning 57

Prolonged periods of non-operation 57

Frost precautions 57

Hints for test institutes 60

Installation instructions 61

Fixing to the adjacent units 61

Water supply connections 61

Water inlet hose with safety valve 62

Water outlet hose connection 62

Electrical connection 63

Environment concerns 64

Packaging material 64

Subject to change without notice

ContentsOperating instructions

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using

the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid

unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the

appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these in-

structions 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.

• This dishwasher is only intended for washing household utensils suitable for machine

• Do not put any solvents in the dishwasher. This could cause an explosion.

• Knives and other items with sharp points must be loaded in the cutlery basket with their

points down or placed in a horizontal position in the upper basket.

• Only use products (detergent, salt and rinse aid) suitable for dishwashers.

• Avoid opening the door whilst the appliance is in operation, hot steam may escape.

• Do not take any dishes out of the dishwasher before the end of the dishwashing cycle.

• After use, isolate the appliance from the power supply and turn off the water supply.

• This product should be serviced only by an authorised service engineer, and only genuine

spare parts should be used.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs

carried out by inexperienced persons will cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact

your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

• Persons (including children) with reduced physical sensory, mental capabilities or lack

of experience and knowledge must not use the appliance. They must have supervision

or instruction for the operation of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Dishwasher detergents can cause chemical burns to eyes, mouth and throat. Could en-

danger life! Comply with the safety instructions of the dishwasher detergent manufac-

• Water in the dishwasher is not for drinking purposes. Detergent residue may still be

present in your machine.

• Ensure that the door of the dishwasher is always closed when it is not being loaded or

unloaded. In this way you will avoid anybody tripping over the open door and hurting

• Do not sit or stand on the open door.

• This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Don’t allow children to use the

dishwasher unsupervised.

• Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of suffocation.

• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.

35• Keep children well away from the dishwasher when the door is open.

• Check your dishwasher for any transport damage. Never connect a damaged machine.

If your dishwasher is damaged contact your supplier.

• All packaging must be removed before use.

• Any electrical and plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out

by a qualified and competent person.

• For safety reasons it is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this

• Never use the dishwasher if the electrical supply cable and water hoses are damaged; or

if the control panel, work top or plinth area are damaged such that the inside of the

appliance is freely accessible. Contact your local Service Force centre, in order to avoid

• All sides of the dishwasher must never be drilled to prevent damage to hydraulic and

electric components.

For electrical and water connection carefully follow the instructions given in specific para-

2 Water hardness dial

Once the washing programme has started , a point-shaped optical signal shows on the

floor beneath the appliance door.

If the appliance has been installed higher up with a furniture door mounted flush, the

optical signal will be no longer visible.

Red light fixed Indicates the start of a washing programme and remains on for all the

Red light flashes Indicates a malfunction of the appliance

Green light fixed Indicates the end of the washing programme

This dishwasher has an internal light that turns on and off when the opening and closing

of the dishwasher's door occurs.

Internal light is equipped with led lamp CLASS 1 in accordance with EN 60825-1: 1994 +

A1: 2002 + A2: 2001.

In case that this light has to be replaced, please, contact your local Service Force Centre.

Illuminates when the special salt has run out.

Illuminates when the rinse aid has run out.

End of programme Illuminates when the washing programme has

1) The salt and rinse aid indicator lights are never illuminated while a washing programme is running even if filling

with salt and/or rinse aid is necessary.

The digital display indicates:

• the level of hardness to which the water softener is set,

• the number corresponding to the washing programme,

• the approximate remaining time of the running programme,

activation/deactivation of the rinse aid dispenser ( ONLY with Multitab function active),

• the end of a washing programme (a zero will appear in the digital display),

• the countdown of the delay start,

• fault codes concerning malfunction of the dishwasher,

• activation/deactivation of the audible signals.

Night Cycle is a silent washing programme that will not disturb you, even when you sleep.

It can be set at night or in times with a more economical power rate.

During the Night Cycle the pump runs at a very low speed to reach a noise level reduction

of 25% compared to the declaration programme. As a consequence, it has a very long

This option is useful and economical when baskets are not fully loaded. It reduces the

consumption of water and energy.

Remember to load both baskets.

When using this option we recommend to reduce the dose of detergent that is normally

used for a completed load.

This option is available only with some programmes (see "Washing programmes" chart).

The following functions can be set with the help of these buttons:

• setting of the water softener,

• cancel a washing programme or a delay start in progress,

Control panel• activation/deactivation of the rinse aid dispenser when Multitab function is active,

• activation/deactivation of the audible signals.

The appliance is in setting mode when the lights of the programme selection buttons are

on and 2 horizontal lines (- -) are visible in the digital display.

Always remember that when performing operations such as:

• setting the water softener

• activating/deactivating the rinse aid dispenser

• activating/deactivating the audible signals

the appliance MUST be in setting mode.

If the lights of the programme selection buttons are on and the time duration (in minutes)

of a programme is visible in the digital display, the last performed programme is still set.

In this case, to return to setting mode, the programme has to be cancelled.

To cancel a set programme or a programme in progress : simultaneously press and

hold the two RESET buttons (B and C) until 2 horizontal lines will appear in the digital

display. The programme has been cancelled and the machine is now in setting mode.

Audible signals have been introduced to help indicate which operations the appliance is

• setting the water softener

• end of the programme

• intervention of an alarm due to malfunction.

Factory setting: audible signals activated.

It is possible to deactivate the audible signals, using the function buttons.

1. Press the on/off button. The appliance must be in setting mode.

Simultaneously press and hold function buttons B and C , until the light of the function

buttons A , B and C start flashing.

Press function button C , the lights of buttons A and B turn off while the light of

function button C goes on flashing. The digital display indicates the current setting.

= Audible signals deactivated

= Audible signals activated

To change the setting, press again function button C : the digital display will indicate

5. To memorize the operation, switch off the dishwasher.

Before using your dishwasher for the first time:

• Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instruc-

• Remove all packaging from inside the appliance

39• Set the water softener

• Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill with dishwasher salt

• Fill the rinse aid dispenser

If you want to use combi detergent tablets such as: "3 in 1", "4 in 1", "5 in 1" etc... set the

Multitab function (see "Multitab function").

Set the water softener

The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener designed to remove minerals and salts

from the water supply, which would have a detrimental or adverse effect on the operation

The higher the content of these minerals and salts, the harder your water is. Water hardness

is measured in equivalent scales, German degrees (°dH), French degrees (°TH) and mmol/l

(millimol per litre - international unit for the hardness of water).

The softener should be adjusted according to the hardness of the water in your area. Your

local Water Authority can advise you on the hardness of the water in your area.

The water softener must be set in both ways: manually, using the water hardness dial and

Water hardness Adjusting the water hardness

23 - 28 40 - 50 4,0 - 5,0 2 level 6 yes

The dishwasher is factory set at position 2.

Set the water softener1. Open the dishwasher door.

2. Remove the lower basket from the dish-

3. Turn the water hardness dial to position 1

4. Replace the lower basket.

Setting electronically

The dishwasher is factory set at level 5.

1. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher must be in setting mode.

Press simultaneously and keep pressed buttons B and C , until the lights of buttons A ,

B and C start flashing.

Press button A , the lights of buttons B and C turn off while the light of button A goes

on flashing. In the digital display will show the current level and a sequence of inter-

mittent audible signals are heard.

displayed, 5 intermittent audible signals, pause, etc... = level 5

displayed, 10 intermittent audible signals, pause, etc... = level 10

To change the level, press button A . Each time the button is pressed the level changes

(for the selection of the new level see the chart).

Examples: if the current level is 5, by pressing button A once, level 6 is selected. if the

current level is 10, by pressing button A once, level 1 is selected.

5. To memorise the operation, switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off button.

Use of dishwasher salt

Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers. All other types of salt not spe-

cifically designed for use in a dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water soft-

ener. Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes. This

will prevent any grains of salt or salty water, which may have been spilt, remaining on the

bottom of the machine for any period of time, which may cause corrosion.

1. Open the door, remove the lower basket and unscrew the cap of the salt container by

turning it anticlockwise.

Pour 1 litre of water inside the container (this is necessary only before filling with

salt for the first time) .

Use of dishwasher salt

413. Using the funnel provided, pour in the salt

until the container is full.

4. Replace the cap making sure that there is

no trace of salt on the screw thread or on

5. Replace the cap tightly turning it clock-

wise until it stops with a click.

Do not worry if water overflows from the unit

when filling with salt, this is quite normal.

The salt indicator light on the control panel can remain illuminated for 2-6 hours after the

salt has been replenished, assuming the dishwasher remains switched on. If you are using

salts that take longer to dissolve then this can take longer. The function of the machine is

Only use branded rinse aid for dishwashers.

Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with any other substances (e.g. dishwasher cleaning agent,

liquid detergent). This would damage the appliance.

Rinse aid ensures thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying.

Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse.

1. Open the container by pressing the release

maximum level for filling is indicated by

The dispenser holds about 110 ml of rinse

aid, which is sufficient for between 16 and

40 dishwashing cycles, depending upon

3. Ensure that the lid is closed after every re-

Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with

an absorbent cloth to avoid excess foaming

during the next wash.

Adjusting the dosage of rinse aid

According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means

of the 6 position selector (position 1= minimum dosage, position 6= maximum dosage).

The dose is factory set in position 4.

Increase the dose if there are drops of water or lime

spots on the dishes after washing.

Reduce it if there are sticky whitish streaks on the

dishes or a bluish film on glassware or knife blades.

• Check if it's necessary to refill with dishwasher salt or rinse aid.

• Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher.

• Fill with dishwasher detergent.

• Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes.

• Start the wash programme.

43Load cutlery and dishes

Sponges, household cloths and any object that can absorb water may not be washed in the

• Before loading the dishes, you should:

– Remove all left over food and debris.

– Soften remnants of burnt food in pans

• When loading the dishes and cutlery, please note:

– Dishes and cutlery must not impede the rotation of the spray arms.

– Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans, etc. with the opening downwards so

that water cannot collect in the container or a deep base.

– Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one another, or cover each other.

– To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch.

– Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.

• Plastic items and pans with non stick coatings have a tendency to retain water drops;

these items will not dry as well as porcelain and steel items.

• Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they

For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes

are not suitable: are of limited suitability:

• Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-

• Plastic items that are not heat resistant.

• Older cutlery with glued parts that are not

temperature resistant.

• Bonded cutlery items or dishes.

• Pewter or copper items.

• Lead crystal glass.

• Steel items prone to rusting.

• Items made from synthetics fibres.

• Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it

is specially marked as being dishwasher-safe

by the manufacturer.

• Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed

• Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency

to discolour during washing: Residues, e.g.

egg white, egg yolk and mustard often cause

discolouring and staining on silver. Therefore

always clean left-overs from silver immedi-

ately, if it is not to be washed straight after

Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes.

Load cutlery and dishesThe lower basket

Load larger and heavily soiled dishes and pans in

To make it easier to load larger dishes, all rear plate

racks in the lower basket can be folded down.

Sharp knives and other items of cutlery with sharp edges must be laid in the cutlery tray

or in the upper basket because of the risk of injury.

Place knives, small spoons and small forks in the

cutlery tray which is in the upper basket. Place

forks and spoons that do not fit in the cutlery tray

in the cutlery basket.

To ensure that all items of cutlery in the cutlery

basket can be reached by the water, you should:

Load cutlery and dishes

451. Place the grid insert on the cutlery basket.

2. Place forks and spoon in the cutlery basket

with their handles pointing downwards.

For larger utensils, such as whisks, leave off

one half of the cutlery grid.

The cutlery basket can be opened out.

Always make sure that you put your hand around

both parts of the two-part handle when removing

it from the dishwasher.

1. Place the cutlery basket on a table or work

2. Open out the two-part handle.

Load cutlery and dishesBeer glasses

There are the glass holders on the left hand side in

You can arrange there up to 4 beer glasses.

You can fold up the beer glass holders if necessary.

You can replace the beer glass holders with 2 sup-

plied cup racks. You can use them as:

• champagne glass holders.

Do these steps to remove beer glass holders

1. Pull upwards and push lightly on the hooks

2. Use the hooks to attach cup racks onto the

Load cutlery and dishes

47You can remove the support that fix the beer glass

holders or cup racks if necessary.

1. Use the thumbs to push the support back.

2. Push them forwards to fix the support

Do not hold the support with the hand. This

can cause injury. Place the hand under the

support on the lower basket.

Load smaller, fragile crockery and long, sharp cut-

lery in the upper basket.

• Arrange items of crockery on and under the

folding cup racks so that they are offset from

each other and water can reach all items.

Load cutlery and dishes• The cup racks can be folded up out of the way

for tall crockery items.

• Lay or hang wine and brandy glasses in the

slots in the cup racks.

• For glasses with long stems, fold the glass

rack to the right, otherwise fold it away to

• The row of spikes on the left of the upper

basket is also in two parts and can be folded

Spikes not folded away: place glasses, mugs

etc. in the upper basket.

Spikes folded away: more room for serving

Adjusting the height of the upper basket

Maximum height of the dishes in:

the upper basket the lower basket

With upper basket raised 22 cm 30 cm

With upper basket lowered 24 cm 29 cm

The height of the upper basket can also be adjusted when it is loaded.

Load cutlery and dishes

49Raising / lowering the upper basket:

1. Pull out the upper basket completely.

2. Holding the upper basket by the handle,

raise it as far as it will go and then lower

The upper basket will latch into the lower

or the upper position.

After loading your machine always close the

door, as an open door can be a hazard.

Before closing the door, ensure that the spray

arms can rotate freely.

Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers.

Please observe the manufacturer's dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the

detergent packaging.

Using no more than the correct amount of detergent contributes to reducing pollution.

Use of detergent2. Fill the detergent dispenser (1) with deter-

gent. The marking indicates the dosing

20 = approximately 20 g of detergent

30 = approximately 30 g of detergent.

3. All programmes with prewash need an ad-

ditional detergent dose (5/10 g) that must

be placed in the prewash detergent cham-

This detergent will take effect during the

4. When using detergent tablets, place the

tablet in compartment (1)

5. Close the lid and press until it locks in

Detergent tablets from different manufac-

tures dissolve at different rates. For this reason,

some detergent tablets do not attain their full

cleaning power during short washing pro-

grammes. Therefore, please use long washing

programmes when using detergent tablets, to

ensure the complete removal of detergent re-

This appliance is equipped with the "Multitab function", that allows the use of the "Multitab"

combi detergent tablets.

These products are detergents with a combined cleaning, rinsing and salt functions. They

can also contain other different agents depending on which kind of tablets you choose ("3

in 1", "4 in 1", "5 in 1" etc...).

Check whether these detergents are suitable for your water hardness. See the manufac-

turers instructions.

This function can be selected with all washing programmes. With the selection of this

function the inflow of rinse aid and salt from each respective supply container is auto-

matically deactivated and also the indicator lights for salt and rinse aid are deactivated.

Select the "Multitab function " before the start of a washing programme.

Once this function is selected (indicator light illuminated) it will remain active also for the

following washing programmes.

With the use of the "Multitab function", the cycle durations may change. In this case, in

the digital display, the indication of the running time of the programme is automatically

51Once the programme is running, the "Multitab function " can NO longer be changed. If you

want to exclude the "Multitab function " you have to cancel the programme setting and

then deactivate the "Multitab function ".

In this case you have to set a washing programme (and desired options) again.

Activation/deactivation of the Multitab function

Press the Multitab button: the corresponding indicator light illuminates. This means that

the function is active.

To deactivate the function press the Multitab button again: the indicator light turns off.

If the drying results are not satisfactory we suggest that you:

1. Fill up the rinse aid dispenser with rinse aid.

2. Activate the rinse aid dispenser.

3. Set the rinse aid dosage to position 2.

• The activation/deactivation of the rinse aid dispenser can only be possible with the

"Multitab function" active.

Activation/deactivation of the rinse aid dispenser

1. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher must be in setting mode.

Press simultaneously buttons B and C , until the lights of buttons A , B , and C start

Press button B , the lights of buttons A and C turn off while the light of button B goes

on flashing. The digital display indicates the current setting:

= Rinse aid dispenser deactivated.

= Rinse aid dispenser activated.

To change the setting, press button B again, the digital display indicates the new setting.

5. To memorise the operation, switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off button.

If you decide to turn back to the use of standard detergent system we advise that you:

1. Deactivate the "Multitab function".

2. Fill up the salt container and the rinse aid dispenser again.

3. Adjust the water hardness setting to the highest setting and perform 1 normal washing

programme without loading any dishes.

4. Adjust the water hardness setting according to the hardness of the water in your area.

5. Adjust the rinse aid dosage.

Heavy soil Crockery,

1) The consumption values are intended as a guide and depends on the pressure and the temperature of the water

and also by the variations of the power supply and the amount of dishes.

2) During the Auto washing programme the amount of soil on the dishes is determined by how cloudy the water

is. The programme duration, water and energy consumption levels can vary; this depends upon if the appliance

is fully or partially loaded and if the dishes are lightly or heavily soiled. The temperature of the water is

automatically adjusted between 45° C and 70° C.

533) Ideal for washing a partially loaded dishwasher. This is the perfect daily programme, made to meet the needs

of a family of 4 persons who only wish to load breakfast and dinner crockery and cutlery.

4) Test programme for test institutes.

5) This programme does not require the use of detergent

Option available with washing programme

Select and start a washing programme

Select the washing programme and delay start with the door slightly opened. The

start of the programme or the countdown of the delay start will occur only after

the closure of the door. Until then it is possible to modify the settings.

1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms are free to

2. Check that the water tap is opened.

3. Press the On/Off button. The dishwasher must be in setting mode.

4. Press one of the programme selection buttons until the number corresponding to the

required programme shows in the digital display (see "Washing programmes" chart).

The lights of the programme selection buttons and programme number are flashing.

If you want to set the NIGHT CYCLE programme, press the NIGHT CYCLE button, the

corresponding indicator light comes on.

5. If you want to set option please refer to the "Washing programmes" chart to be sure

that the option is available with the selected programme.

6. Close the dishwasher door, the programme starts automatically.

Select and start a washing programmeSetting and starting the programme with delay start

1. After having selected the washing programme, press the delay start button until the

number of hours for the delay start appear in the digital display. The start of the selected

washing programme can be delayed for between 1 and 19 hours.

2. Close the dishwasher door, the countdown starts automatically.

3. The countdown will decrease with steps of 1 hour.

4. The opening of the door will interrupt the countdown. Close the door; the countdown

will continue from the point at which it was interrupted.

5. Once the delay start has elapsed the programme will start automatically.

Interrupt or cancel a washing programme in progress ONLY if it’s absolutely nec-

essary. Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. Open the door

Cancelling a delay start or a washing programme in progress

• Simultaneously press and hold the two programme buttons positioned over the word

RESET, until 2 horizontal lines will appear in the digital display.

• Cancelling a delay start involves also the cancelling of the washing programme set. In

this case you have to set the washing programme again.

• If a new washing programme is to be selected, check that there is detergent in the

detergent dispenser.

Interrupt a washing programme in progress

• Open the appliance door, the programme will stop. Close the door, the programme will

start from the point at which it was interrupted.

End of the washing programme

• The dishwasher will automatically stop and an audible signal informs you of the end of

the washing programme.

1. Open the dishwasher door.

In the digital display is visible 0

3. The end of programme indicator light is illuminated.

4. Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the On/Off button.

It is recommended to switch off the appliance once the washing programme has ended. If

this is not done, automatically after about 3 minutes from the end of the programme, all

indicator lights will go off. The digital display shows 1 horizontal bar.

This will help to reduce the consumption of energy when you forget or for any reason

cannot switch the appliance off once the programme has ended.

Press any button (except On/Off) and the control panel will show the same situation (in-

dicator lights and digital display) as when the programme ended.

5. Leave the dishwasher door ajar and wait a few minutes before removing the dishes; in

this way they will be cooler and the drying will be improved.

Select and start a washing programme

55Unloading the dishwasher

• Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks.

The dishes should therefore be allowed to cool down before removing from the appliance.

• Empty the lower basket first and then the upper one; this will avoid water dripping from

the upper basket onto the dishes in the lower one.

• Water may appear on the sides and the door of the dishwasher as the stainless steel will

eventually become cooler than the dishes.

When the washing programme has finished, it is recommended that the dishwasher is

unplugged and the water tap turned off.

Cleaning the filters

The filters must be checked and cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters will degrade the

Before cleaning the filters ensure that the machine is switched off.

1. Open the door, remove the lower basket.

2. The dishwasher filter system comprises a

coarse filter ( A ), a microfilter ( B ) and a

flat filter. Unlock the filter system using

the handle on the microfilter.

3. Turn the handle about 1/4 a turn anti-

clockwise and remove the filter system.

Take hold of the coarse filter ( A ) by the

handle with the hole and remove from

the microfilter ( B ).

5. Clean all filters thoroughly under run-

Unloading the dishwasher6. Remove the flat filter from the base of

the washing compartment and clean

both faces thoroughly.

7. Put the flat filter back in the base of the

washing compartment and ensure that

Place the coarse filter ( A ) in the mi-

crofilter ( B ) and press together.

9. Put the filter combination in place and

lock by turning the handle clockwise to

the stop. During this process ensure

that the flat filter does not protrude

above the base of the washing compartment.

NEVER use the dishwasher without filters. Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters

will produce poor washing results and may result in damage to the appliance.

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

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....).

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.

Prolonged periods of non-operation

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.

2. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any unpleasant smells.

3. Leave the inside of the machine clean.

Avoid placing the machine in a location where the temperature is below 0°C. If this is

If you have to move the machine (moving house etc....):

2. Turn the water tap off.

3. Remove the water inlet and discharge hoses.

4. Pull the machine out together with the hoses.

Avoid over tilting the machine during transportation.

The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation. Certain problems are due to the

lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the indi-

cations described in the chart, without calling out an engineer.

Switch off the dishwasher and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.

Fault code and malfunction Possible cause and solution

appears in the digital display.

• intermitted audible signal

The dishwasher does not fill with water.

• The water tap is blocked or furred with lime-

Clean the water tap.

• The water tap is turned off. Turn the water tap

• The filter (where present) in the threaded hose

fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked.

Clean the filter in the threaded hose.

• The water inlet hose has not been correctly

laid or it is bent or squashed.

Check the water inlet hose connection.

appears in the digital display.

• intermitted audible signal

The dishwasher will not drain.

• The sink spigot is blocked.

Clean out the sink spigot.

• The water drain hose has not been correctly

laid or it is bent or squashed.

Check the water drain hose connection.

appears in the digital display.

• intermitted audible signal

Anti-flood device is activated.

• Close the water tap and contact your local

Service Force Centre.

The programme does not start. • The dishwasher’s door has not been properly

closed. Close the door.

• The main plug is not plugged in. Insert the

• The fuse has blown out in the household fuse

• Delay start has been set.

If dishes are to be washed immediately, cancel

What to do if…Once these checks have been carried out, switch on the appliance: the programme will

continue from the point at which it was interrupted.

If the malfunction or fault code reappears contact the Service Force Centre.

For other fault codes not described in the above chart, please contact your local Service

Force Centre, quoting the model (Mod.), product number (PNC) and serial number (S.N.).

This information can be found on the rating plate located on the side of the dishwasher

So that you always have these numbers at hand, we recommend you to make a note of

S.N. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The wash results are not satisfactory

The dishes are not clean • The wrong washing programme has been se-

• The dishes are arranged in such a way as to

stop water reaching all parts of the surface.

The baskets must not be overloaded.

• The spray arms do not rotate freely due to

incorrect arrangement of the load.

• The filters in the base of the washing com-

partment are dirty or incorrectly positioned.

• Too little or no detergent has been used.

• Where there are limescales deposits on the

dishes; the salt container is empty or the in-

correct level of the water softener has been

• The drain hose connection is not correct.

• The salt container cap is not properly closed.

The dishes are wet and dull • Rinse aid was not used.

• The rinse aid dispenser is empty.

There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating

on glasses and dishes

• Decrease rinse aid dosing.

Water drops have dried onto glasses and dishes • Increase rinse aid dosing.

• The detergent may be the cause. Contact the

detergent manufacturer’s consumer care line.

If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre.

Dimension Width - height - depth (cm) 59,6 x 81,8-89,8 x 55,5

Electrical connection - Voltage

- Overall power - Fuse

Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating

plate on the inner edge of the dishwasher's door

Water supply pressure Minimum - Maximum (MPa) 0,05 - 0,8

Capacity Place settings 12

59Hints for test institutes

Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and

using the test programme (see "Washing programmes").

Test in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt container and rinse

aid dispenser have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test pro-

gramme (see "Washing programmes").

Full load: 12 standard place settings

Amount of detergent required: 5 g + 25 g (Type B)

Lower basket with cutlery basket

1) If there are cup racks in place on the lefthand side or the cutlery tray is in place, remove them.

2) If necessary, you can remove the cup racks on the lefthand side and/or the beer glass holder.

Hints for test institutesInstallation instructions

Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out

by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person.

Remove all packaging before positioning the machine.

If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain.

This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen counter or work surface.

Attention! Carefully follow the instructions on the enclosed template for building in the

dishwasher and fitting the furniture panel.

No further openings for the venting of the dishwasher are required, but only to let the

water fill and drain hose and power supply cable pass through.

The dishwasher incorporates adjustable feet to allow the adjustment of the height.

During all operations that involve accessibility to internal components the dishwasher has

When inserting the machine, ensure that the water inlet hose, the drain hose and the supply

cable are not kinked or squashed.

Fixing to the adjacent units

The dishwasher must be secured against tilting.

Therefore make sure that the counter it is fixed under, is suitably secured to a fixed structure

(adjacent kitchen unites, cabinets, wall).

Good levelling is essential for correct closure and sealing of the door. When the appliance

is correctly levelled, the door will not catch on either side of the cabinet. If the door does

not close correctly, loosen or tighten the adjustable feet until the machine is perfectly level.

Water supply connections

This appliance can be connected to either a hot (max. 60°) or cold water supply.

With a hot water supply you can have a significant reduction of energy consumption. This

however, depends on how the hot water is produced. (We suggest alternative sources of

energy that are more environmentally friendly as e.g. solar or photovoltaic panels and

For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted to the machine's supply hose is

designed to screw onto a 3/4" thread spout or to a purpose made quick-coupling tap such

The water pressure must be within the limits given in the "Technical specifications". Your

local Water Authority will advise you on the average mains pressure in your area.

The water inlet hose must not be kinked, crushed, or entangled when it is being connected.

61The dishwasher features fill and drain hoses which 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.

(Attention! NOT all models of dishwashers have fill and drain hoses provided with locknut.

In this case, this kind of facility is not possible). If the machine is connected to new pipes

or pipes which have not been used for a long time, you should run the water for a few

minutes before connecting the inlet hose.

DO NOT use connection hoses which have previously been used for an old appliance.

This appliance has been fitted with safety features which will prevent the water used in

the appliance from returning back into the drinking water system. This appliance complies

with the applicable plumbing regulations.

Water inlet hose with safety valve

After connecting the double-walled water inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap.

Therefore the water inlet hose is only under pressure while the water is running. If the

water inlet hose starts to leak during this operation, the safety valve cuts off the running

Please take care when installing the water inlet hose:

• The electrical cable for the safety valve is in the double-walled water inlet hose. Do not

immerse the water inlet hose or the safety valve in water.

• If water inlet hose or the safety valve is damaged, remove the mains plug immediately.

• A water inlet hose with safety valve must only be replaced by a specialist or by the Service

Warning! Dangerous voltage.

Water outlet hose connection

The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following ways:

1. To the sink outlet spigot, securing it to the underside of the work surface. This will

prevent waste water from the sink running into the machine.

2. To a stand pipe provided with vent-hole, minimum internal diameter 4 cm.

Water connectionThe waste connection must be at a maximum

height of 60 cm from the bottom of the dish-

The drain hose can face either to the right or left

Ensure the hose is not bent or squashed as this

could prevent or slow down the discharge of water.

The sink plug must not be in place when the ma-

chine is draining as this could cause the water to

syphon back into the machine.

The total length of the drain hose, including any

extension you might add, must be no longer than

4 metres. The internal diameter of the extension

hose must be no smaller than the diameter of the

Likewise the internal diameter of the couplings used for connections to the waste outlet

must be no smaller than the diameter of the hose provided.

When connecting the drain hose to an under sink trap spigot, the entire plastic mem-

brane (A) must be removed . Failure to remove all the membrane will result in food

particles building up over time eventually blocking the dishwasher drain hose spigot.

Our appliances are supplied with a security device to protect

against the return of dirty water back into the machine. If the

spigot of your sink has a "no return valve" incorporated this

can prevent the correct draining of your dishwasher. We

therefore advise you to remove it.

To avoid water leakage after installation make sure that the

water couplings are tight.

Electrical connection

Safety standards require the appliance to be earthed.

Prior to using the appliance for the first time, ensure that the rated voltage and type of

supply on the rating plate match that of the supply where the appliance is to be installed.

The fuse rating is also to be found on the rating plate.

Always plug the mains plug into a correctly installed shockproof socket. Multi-way plugs,

connectors and extension cables must not be used.

This could constitute a fire hazard through overheating.

If necessary, have the domestic wiring system socket replaced. In case that the electrical

cable has to be replaced, contact your local Service Force centre.

The plug must be accessible after the appliance has been installed.

Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cable. Always pull the plug.

The manufacturer accepts no liability for failure to observe the above safety precautions.

Electrical connection

63Environment concerns

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be

treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point

for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed

of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment

and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of

this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact

your local council, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased

The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic com-

ponents are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging

materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities.

When a unit is no longer being used:

• Pull the plug out of the socket.

• Cut off the cable and plug and dispose of them.

• Dispose of the door catch. This prevents children from trapping themselves inside and

endangering their lives.