LVX 1256 WH - Dishwasher SCHOLTES - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LVX 1256 WH SCHOLTES

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 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications;- 89/336/EEC (ElectromagneticCompatibility) andsubsequent modifications.- 97/17/EEC (Labelling)1.Carefully dispose of the packing material.2.After removing the packing, check to make sure that theappliance is not damaged. If in doubt, contact a qualifiedprofessional.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 must Close-up View (control panel) be performed, disconnect the appliance from the power supply.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 areain which it is installed is covered by a roof; it is also very dangerousto leave 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 couldoverturn the dishwasher.9.If the appliance malfunctions, turn off water supply to theappliance and disconnect the plug from the wall socket. Then,consult the section entitled, "Troubleshooting." If you cannot resolvethe problem, contact a service centre.10.Appliances which are no longer being used must be madeinoperable by cutting the power supply cord and removing thedoor lock.To maintain the EFFICIENCY and SAFETY of thisappliance, we recommend:l call only the Service Centers authorizedby the manufacturerl always use original Spare Parts

Salt ...... Salt 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 from the water. Loading the Salt into the Softener Always use salt intended for use with dishwashers. The salt container is located beneath the lower rack and should be filled as follows:

1. Remove the lower rack

and then unscrew and remove the cap from the salt container;

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 "E" 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 5 con- secutive 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 hardness of the water used. This is intended to optimize and cus- tomize the level of salt con- sumption so that it remains at a minimum. Your Local Water Board can supply the degree of hardness of the water in your area. To adjust salt consumption, pro- ceed as follows:

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: Water Hardness Clarkedegrees°fH mmol/lSelectorposition Salt consu-mption(grams/-cycle)Autono- (cycles\2- kg)

0 - 14 0 - 17 0 -1,7 / 0 /14 - 36 18 - 44 1,8 - 4,4 "-" 20 6036 - 71 45 - 89 4,5 - 8,9 MED 40 40

Detergent and Rinse Aid .... Detergent 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 "D" up to the rim. 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. 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 door: It should be filled up when the low rinse aid indicator light "F" flashes on the display 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. Important: 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 lower setting.

Warning Three-in-one dishwasher tablets are now available on the market, and combine 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 interior of the appliance. Using a three-in-one product means it is no longer necessary to put rinse aid into the relevant container. If you want to achieve perfectly dry dishes, you may add rinse aid as long as the dosage adjuster is set to no.2. In any case, please read the manufacturer's instructions 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.16

Fig.C 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. 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 figu- re. The cutlery basket can be split up by pulling out the handle (see figures A and B). When you only have little cutlery to wash, you can use just half the basket. This basket is equipped with two removable grids: insert the cutlery one by one into the slots, with the handles at the bottom. Knives and utensils with sharp blades or tips should be positioned with the sharp parts 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 (the photo illustrates a few examples). Position lightweight 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 knocking against any dishes. How to adjust the Upper rack The top rack can be adjusted using the two rack heights (top and bottom). The upper rack can be adjusted for height by using the knobs located on the sides of the rack itself (see figure C)17

Turning on the Appliance How to start a wash cycle 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. Starting and setting the cycle. Turn the cycle selector "M" until the reference notch on the knob corresponds with the symbol or number of the cycle you wish to set (consult the wash cycle table contained in this manual, especially when first using the appliance). After a few seconds, a beep indicates the wash cycle has started and indicator "G" displays the symbol corresponding to the phase with which it has begun. The counter "L" will indicate the estimated amount of time left until the end of the wash cycle. Do not expect a precise countdown as the wash cycle starts with an estimated cycle time that is updated as the cycle progresses and according to a number of parameters that affect the cycle itself (such as water hardness, the tempera- ture of the water, the degree of soil, etc.). You want to wash on one rack only? Remember to use half the amount of detergent. If you only have a few dishes to wash, you can load these onto one rack only, saving on both water and electricity. Press button "I", a beep will sound and indicator "N" appears on the display. Each time you press the button, a beep will sound and symbol corresponding to the upper rack or symbol corresponding to the lower rack will appear. If you press the button once more, the selection will be reset and the dishwasher will consequently wash on both racks. To use the racks correctly, we recommend you read the chapter entitled "Loading the dishes". Cycle phase under way indicator Your dishwasher is equipped with an indicator "G" comprising 4 symbols which represent the different phases of a wash cycle. When the wash cycle has started, the display will indi- cate the phases under way in sequence. These phases are: 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. To modify it, turn the knob and set it to RESET. After a few seconds, you will hear 4 beeps, indicator "G" relating to the phase under way will turn off and 3 dashes will appear. At this point, all the settings will have been cancelled. To select a new wash cycle, repeat the instructions contained in the paragraph entitled "Starting and setting the 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 from where it was interrupted when you turn it back on. 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. How to programme extra drying. If you want your dishes to be perfectly dry, follow the instructions below. Set the knob to RESET and make any specific settings, such as: - upper or lower rack - delayed start Start the wash cycle by turning the knob and open the appliance door. Observe symbol for drying: it will flash for about 4 seconds, while the word "OFF" appears on the display (extra drying disabled). If you press button "I" immediately, you will hear a prolonged beep and the word "ON" will appear on the display: the extra drying has been enabled. Once you have made your selection, shut the appliance door; a beep will sound and the wash cycle will either start immediately or after the delay, wherever set. Remember that with extra drying, the wash cycle will last longer, to provide you with drier dishes. At the end of the wash cycle At the end of the wash cycle, 2 beeps are sounded and the word END flashes. Bring the selector back to the RESET position, and the 3 dashes for programming cancellation will appear. Turn off the water tap and open the door. Wait a few minutes before removing the dishes: this way you won't have to handle them while they're still hot and they will dry better. Empty the bottom rack first. Make sure the wash cycle has ended before removing the dishes!

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.18

Setting a delayed start on a wash cycle When you have loaded the dishes, you can choose when to start your dishwasher before setting the wash cycle desired. l Press button "D" and you can delay the start of the wash cycle by 24 to 1 hour. Press the button once, a beep will sound and the wording "24 h" will come up on the display. Then, each time you press the button a beep will sound and the hours will decrease by one hour until the delay is 01 h. If you press the button once again, the delayed start is reset and 3 dashes appear on the display. Note: the delayed start is also reset automatically should you fail to select the wash cycle on knob "M" within 15 seconds. l Once you have set the delayed start time, select the wash cycle on the knob: after the beep sounds, you will see indicator light "H" flash on the display and the countdown begins (indicated on the display one hour at a time). A quick look at the indicator lights will keep you informed of the countdown progress at all times. Have you changed your mind? w During the countdown, you can modify the delay by pressing button "D" repeatedly without resetting the wash cycle. w If you have changed your mind and wish to start the wash cycle immediately, press button "D" until the countdown is fully reset. Indicator light "H" 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. Warning If opening the door soon after the end of the programme,or during it, stand away from the Dishwasher, to avoid possible injury from hot steam.19

Wash Cycle Table Dishwasher washing guarantees your dishes will be cleaned in a hygienic setting for safer, cleaner results. Remember: in the automatic 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 &\FOHVHOHFWLRQ LQVWU XFWLRQV &\FOHGHVFULSWLRQ 'HWHUJHQW

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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 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. Remove the Plug 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 the appliance. 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 back. Seals 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

Cleaning and Special Maintenance 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. Troubleshooting It may occur that the dishwasher does not function or does notfunction properly. Before calling for assistance, let us see what canbe done first: have you forgot to press one of the buttons or toperform an essential operation?The Dishwasher Does Not StartHave 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 WaterHave 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 pressure;- the water supply hose is crimped or bent;- the filter for the water supply hose is clogged. The Dishes Are Not CleanHave you put the right amount of detergent into the dispenser?Is the wash cycle suitable for the dishes you have placed inside theappliance?Are the filter and microfilter clean?Can the sprayer arms turn freely?The Dishwasher Does Not DrainHave you checked whether:- the drain hose is crimped or bent.Lime Deposits or a White Film Form on the DishesHave you checked whether:- the lid to the salt container is closed properly;- the rinse aid dosage is correct.Error messages.Your dishwasher is equipped with a safety system which is able todetect any operating anomalies.These anomalies or faults are signalled by several codes consistingof letters and numbers that flash up on the display. Make a note ofthe error code that appears, turn the appliance off, turn off thewater tap and call for technical assistance. Tap off alarm If you have forgotten to turn on the water tap, your appliance will remind you with a long 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 this signal appears, the appliance will switch to alarm mode and the code “A06” will flash on the display. Turn the appliance off at the ON-OFF button, turn on the water tap and wait approximately 20 seconds before turning the appliance back on. Re-select a wash cycle as indicated in the "Starting and setting the cycle"paragraph and the appliance will start. 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 display off by keeping the Stand-by button pressed. Clean the filter thoroughly and reposition it in its seat as illustrated on this page. Then turn it back on. Repeat the programming operations and the appliance will start. Water load solenoid valve malfunction alarm If the code "A02" flashes,TURN the dishwasher OFF AND BACK ON AGAIN after one minute. If the alarm persists, first turn off the water tap to avoid any flooding and then cut off the electricity supply and call for technical assistance. 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 of the door. Never call on unauthorised technicians and refuse to allow parts to be installed that are not original spare parts.

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.Installation 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- mance. Adjustment of Back Feet Insert the appliance in the cutout and then adjust the height of the machine using the screws located at the bottom front. Use a screwdriver to turn the screws in the clockwise direction to raise the dishwasher and in the anticlockwise direction to lower it. 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, placing the small filter provided between the hose and 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 water line. 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 comprising an outer clear hose and an inner red hose, which can both withstand extremely high pressures. Should the inner hose break, the outer hose will consequently turn red. Safety in the event of flooding is ensured by the second clear hose that contains the former. It is vital that you check the outer hose regularly: 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. 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. The part of the pipe marked with the letter A s hould be between 40 and 100 cm above the ground. The pipe should not be immersed in water. 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. CAUTION The dishwasher plug must be accessible even when the appliance is installed as a built-in unit so that maintenance can be done safely. Condensation-proof tape. On some models, a transparent condensation-proof adhesive tape has been provided. It should be stuck onto the lower side of your wooden worktop to protect it from the formation of condensation. When not provided, this tape can be requested as a spare part from authorised retailers.

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