BK450 - Dishwasher Tricity Bendix - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Built-in Dishwasher
Brand	Tricity Bendix
Model	BK450
Dimensions (H x W x D)	85 cm x 60 cm x 60 cm
Weight	45 kg
Power Supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz, 10 A
Place Settings	12
Energy Efficiency Class	A+
Noise Level	49 dB
Wash Programs	Intensive, Eco, Normal, Quick, Soak
Functions	Delay Start (1-24h), Half Load, Extra Dry
Water Consumption (per cycle)	12 L (Eco)
Energy Consumption (per cycle)	1.05 kWh (Eco)
Drying System	Condensation drying
Safety Features	Child lock, Flood protection, Anti-tilt brackets
Filter System	Stainless steel microfilter, Coarse filter
Rinse Aid Dispenser	Yes, with level adjustment
Salt Container	Yes, for water softener
Cutlery Basket	Removable, 3-piece
Rack Material	PVC-coated wire
Control Panel	Electronic push buttons with LED indicators
Maintenance	Clean filters weekly, run cleaning cycle monthly
Spare Parts Availability	Racks, spray arms, drain pump, seals, control board
Warranty	2 years parts and labour

Frequently Asked Questions - BK450 Tricity Bendix

How do I install the dishwasher correctly?

Ensure the dishwasher is level, connect the water inlet hose to a cold water supply, the drain hose to the sink drain, and plug into a grounded 10A outlet. Secure the appliance with anti-tilt brackets.

What type of detergent should I use?

Use dishwasher detergent in powder, gel, or tablet form. Do not use hand dish soap. For best results, use a product with rinse aid and salt properties.

How do I load the dishwasher for best cleaning?

Scrape off large food residues. Place plates facing downwards, glasses and cups upside down, and cutlery with handles up. Avoid overlapping items to allow water circulation.

Why is my dishwasher not draining?

Check the drain hose for kinks, clean the drain pump filter, and ensure the sink drain is not blocked. If the problem persists, the drain pump may be faulty.

How often should I clean the filters?

Clean the coarse and microfilter after every use if possible, or at least once a week. Rinse under running water and remove any debris.

What does the error code E1 mean?

Error E1 indicates a water supply problem. Check that the water tap is fully open and the inlet hose is not kinked. If the issue continues, the inlet valve may need replacement.

Can I use ordinary salt instead of dishwasher salt?

No, only use specific dishwasher salt. Ordinary salt may contain impurities that damage the water softener. Dishwasher salt is pure sodium chloride.

How do I enable the child lock?

Press and hold the 'Start' button for 3 seconds until the child lock indicator lights up. Repeat to disable. This locks the buttons to prevent accidental operation.

What is the recommended cycle for heavily soiled pots?

Use the 'Intensive' program, which operates at a higher temperature (70°C) and longer duration to remove baked-on food.

How can I reduce energy consumption?

Use the 'Eco' program for normally soiled dishes, which consumes less energy and water. Only run full loads, and use the delay start to take advantage of off-peak electricity tariffs.

USER MANUAL BK450 Tricity Bendix

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OPERATING AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

BK450

CONTENTS

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4

Positioning, levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4

Water supply connections, water outlet connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4

The electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5

Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

The water softener, filling with salt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7

Use of rinse aid, use of detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8

Loading the machine, use of the lower basket, use of the upper basket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9

Adjusting the height of the upper basket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10

Helpful hints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10

Washing programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11

Operating sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 12

Maintenance and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 13

Cleaning the central filters, cleaning the large filter, internal and external cleaning . . . . . . . . page 13

Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 14

Building-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 15

Guarantee Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 17

Service Centres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 18

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS	Width	cm	44.6
	Height	cm	81.8÷87.8
	Max depth	cm	55.5
	Max depth with door open	cm	115
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION	Voltage	220-240 V / 50 Hz
POWER OF HEATING ELEMENT		2570 W
OVERALL POWER		2770 W
WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE	minimum	7 psi - 49 KN/cm 2
	maximum	110 psi - 758 KN/cm 2
CAPACITY (STANDARD IEC PLACE SETTINGS)		8
CONSUMPTION:	Water	22 lt
	Electricity	1.3 kW/h

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.

These warnings are provided in the interest of safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

■ Unplug the appliance and turn off the water after use.
■ Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
■ Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

- This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product.

- This product should be serviced by an authorised Tricity Bendix Service Centre, and only genuine spare parts should be used.

- It is dangerous to alter the specification or modify the product in any way.

■ Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.

- Tricity Bendix dishwashers are designed to be used for washing normal household utensils. Items that are contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals are not to be washed in a dishwasher.

■ When finishing loading or unloading close the door, as an open door can be a hazard.

If your house is fitted with a water softening unit or if you live in a soft water area, it is not necessary to add salt to the water softening unit in the dishwasher.

- Do not put in your dishwasher: Cutlery with wooden or horn handles or glued parts, bronze cutlery, saucepans with wooden handles unless they are sold as dishwasher proof, aluminium ware, crystal ware, leaded glass, plastic articles unless sold as dishwasher proof, antique china or fine decorated china unless sold as dishwasher proof. Always check with the manufacturer of the item if in any doubt.

- A chemical reaction can occur between silver cutlery and stainless steel cutlery. As a precaution do not wash together.

■ Under no circumstances should you open the door whilst the appliance is in operation. Always turn off the appliance before opening the door.
■ Care should be taken when cleaning the bottom door seal and hinge area as any exposed metal edges may cut if care is not taken.
■ Built-in dishwashers only: The appliance must be secured to the underside of the worktop using the brackets provided. Failure to do this could result in an unstable appliance which may cause damage or injury.
- Do not install a dishwasher in a garage of outhouse where the ambient humidity is very high, as this may have an adverse effect on the controls and/or cabinet.
■ Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or more serious malfunctioning. Refer to your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

Remove all packaging before positioning the machine.

Positioning

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

The dishwasher features fill and drain hoses which can be turned either to the left or the right to suit the installation.

Levelling

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

Loosen or tighten the adjustable support feet, until the machine is perfectly level.

Water Supply Connections

This dishwasher must be plumbed into a cold water supply and it is preferable for it to be permanently plumbed in.

The water pressure must be within the limits given in the technical specifications, as it will not function correctly if pressure is outside these specifications.

Your local Water Authority will advise you on the average mains pressure in your area. Where the water is supplied via a cold water storage cistern, you can work out the pressure yourself by measuring the vertical distance (or «head») between the machine's inlet hose and the outlet from the cold water storage cistern, allowing roughly 1 psi for every 2 feet.

For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted to the machine's supply hose is designed to screw onto either a 3/4 inch gas thread spout, or to a purpose-made quick-coupling tap such as the Press-Block.

To make this easier, the hose itself may be turned to the left or the right. In either case, be sure to incorporate the strainer (A) supplied with the machine into the joint. See picture.

Caution: the retaining ring must be correctly fitted to avoid water leaks.

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Avoid bends or kinks in the hose which could prevent or slow down the flow of water.

If the machine is connected to new pipes or pipes which have not been used for a long time, you are advised to run

the water for a few minutes before connecting the inlet hose. This will prevent deposits of sand or rust clogging the inlet hose filter.

Water Outlet Connection

The end of the drain hose can be connected as follows:

to the sink outlet siphon, securing it if necessary with a clip;

to a wall outlet provided with vent-hole, minimum internal diameter 4 cm;

hooked over the edge of the sink using the special curved plastic guide provided.

The waste connection must be at a height of between 30 cm (minimum) and 100 cm (maximum) from the floor.

It makes no difference which way the drain hose faces, either to the right or left of the dishwasher.

Avoid bending or kinking the hose as this could prevent or slow down the discharge of water.

If you use a drain hose extension it must be no longer than 2 metres and its internal diameter must be no smaller than the diameter of the hose provided.

Likewise the internal diameter of the couplings used for connection to the waste outlet must be no smaller than the diameter of the drain hose.

Note: The sink plug must not be in place when the machine is draining as this could cause the water to siphon back into the machine.

The electrical connections

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.

Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.

The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13amp socket in another part of your home.

Important

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow	- Earth
Blue	- Neutral
Brown	- Live

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «E» or the earth symbol ⏻, or coloured green and yellow.

Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «N» or coloured black.

Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «L» or coloured red.

The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a fuse. For replacement, use a 13amp BS1362 fuse. Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.

The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug.

A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local Zanussi Service Force Centre whose address is listed in the Customer Care Booklet which accompanies your instruction manual.

Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.

CE This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:

• 73/23 of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
• 89/336 of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

1. ON/OFF Pushbutton ☐ I ☐ O

Depress this pushbutton to start a programme.

Depress it again to stop the dishwasher.

2. Programme Guide

This is a summary of the washing programme chart to help you to select the correct programme.

3. Programme marker ■

4. Programme Selector Dial

To select a programme, turn the Programme Selector Dial clockwise, making sure that the programme letter you wish to select corresponds with the Programme marker (3) ■ on the control panel.

At the end of the washing programme the dishwasher stops automatically in one of the STOP positions.

The Water Softener

Water contains varying amounts of lime and mineral salts depending on the area where you live: these are deposited on the dishes leaving white marks.

The higher the content of these salts, the harder your water will be. The «hardness» level is measured on 2 equivalent scales: French Degrees or Clarke Degrees. Contact your local Water Authority to find the exact water hardness level for your area.

The dishwasher is equipped with a softener which uses special dishwasher salt to provide lime-free (softened) water. The softener can treat water hardness up to 90 french degrees / 63 Clarke degrees via 5 adjustment levels.

Find on the table below the level corresponding to the hardness of your water and the required adjustments:

Water hardness		Level	Use of salt	Water softener adjustment	Adjustment on the machine
Clarke degrees	°TH French degrees
0-10	0-14	1	** NO	NO	NO
11-27	15-39	*2	YES	NO	NO
28-35	40-50	3	YES	YES	NO
36-49	51-70	4	YES	NO	YES
50-63	71-90	5	YES	YES	YES

* The water softener is factory set at level 2 as this suits most users.

** If you use phosphate free detergents containing enzymes, add salt starting from 6 Clarke Degrees.

Level 1

If your water is «level 1» it is already soft and therefore there is no need to use salt.

Levels 3 and 5 (water softener adjustment)

If your water is level 3 or 5, proceed as follows:

slide out the lower basket and unscrew the cap of the salt container;

turn the two-position selector anticlockwise from position — to position + with the aid of a blunt knife or a screwdriver.

Levels 4 and 5 (adjustment on the machine)

If your water is level 4 or 5, open the door and drill membrane (A) on the upper left-hand corner of the machine.

With a water hardness of level 5 both adjustments must be made.

Important

Salt MUST be used regularly from level 2 upward, otherwise white lime deposits will build up inside the dishwasher and wash results will be impaired.

Filling with Salt

Only use salt which is specifically designed for use in dishwasher. Other types of salt i.e.: table/cooking salt contain high percentages of other substances which may reduce the efficiency of the water softener.

To fill with salt, unscrew the cap of the salt container. Pour about half a litre of water inside the container, or until it is full (this is necessary only before filling with salt for the first time).

Then, using the funnel provided, pour in the salt until the container is full (approx. 1 kg). Do not worry if water overflows from the unit when filling with salt this is quite normal.

Replace the cap making sure that there is no trace

of salt on the screw thread or on the gasket.

Screw the cap on tightly.

If you have inadvertently spilled salt select a wash programme immediately after.

All that is then required is to periodically top up the container with salt. You are reminded of this by a green refill indicator on the cap of the salt container. This is a float which is clearly visible on the small window in the cap when there is salt inside the container, and almost disappears when the salt is finished (i.e. every 20-40 washes depending on the setting of the water softener).

The salt container always has some water inside which will normally overflow when refilling with salt.

Caution:

Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes (not the Rinse and Hold programme). This will prevent any grains of salt or salty water, which may have been spilled, remaining on the bottom of the machine for any period of time. This could cause corrosion.

Rinse Aid

This liquid ensures thorough rinsing and spot and streak free drying, making the water run quickly off the dishes for sparkling results. It is automatically added during the hot rinse. The dispenser, which is positioned inside the door, holds about 110 ml of rinse aid, which is sufficient for 16-40 dishwashing programmes, depending upon the dosage setting.

Filling with Rinse Aid

Open the container by turning the cap (A) anticlockwise.

Add rinse aid until the container is completely full (approx. 110 ml). The indicator (B) will be completely dark.

Top up with rinse aid when the indicator (B) becomes clear.

Remember to CLOSE the cap after every refill.

Caution

Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with an absorbent cloth to avoid excess foaming during the next wash.

Adjusting the Dose

According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (C) (position 1 - minimum dose, position 6 - maximum dose). Gradually 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.

Use of Detergent

Before starting any of the dishwashing programmes, except for the rinse and hold programme, load the detergent in the dispenser.

Use only tablets, powder or liquid detergents specifically designed for domestic dishwashers.

Unsuitable detergents (such as those for washing by hand) do not contain the right ingredients for machine washing and hamper the correct functioning of the machine.

To open the dispenser lid, pull the catch (D). This will open it.

To help you to correctly dose the right amount of detergent, inside the container there are two reference marks:

-MIN=15ml

-MAX=30ml

The amount of detergent to be used varies depending on how soiled

the dishes are and the type of dishes being washed. We recommend the amounts shown in the programme chart on the next pages.

After filling the dispenser with detergent, close the lid.

The programmes with prewash require a small extra amount of detergent of approximately 5 g = a teaspoon to be poured over the lid of the dispenser, as shown on the picture.

At the end of any washing programme the lid is always open, ready for the next wash.

Since not all detergents are the same, you should also consult the instructions on the packet.

Remember that insufficient quantities of detergent will produce poor washing results whereas an excessive amount of detergent does not improve washing results and is also wasteful.

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

Tricity Bendix recommends the use of Fairy Dish-washer Detergent and Rinse Aid.

Phosphate free detergents with enzymes

These new detergents, although welcome from an ecological point of view, react far more susceptibly to water hardness than conventional products.

Therefore, in order to avoid white lime deposits on crockery and the inner tub, you should add salt in the water softener even if the hardness of your water is as low as 6 Clarke degrees, when using these new detergents.

Loading your Machine

Before placing dishes in the machine, remove any large scraps of food from the plates (small bones, toothpicks, fish bones, scraps of meat and vegetables, fruit skins etc.) to avoid clogging the filters and consequently reducing performance.

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

Use of the Lower Basket

The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates (up to 27 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cutlery etc.

Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the upper spray arm can turn freely.

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Cutlery should be placed in the removable cutlery basket with the handles facing downwards. If the handles protrude from the bottom of the basket, obstructing the lower spray arm, load the cutlery with the handles facing upward.

Mix spoons with the other cutlery to prevent them sticking together.

Use of the Upper Basket

The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates up to 24 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses; these should be arranged as shown in the pictures.

Glasses with long stems can be placed upside-down in the raised cup-racks.

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Caution

When loading the dishes, ensure that you do not cover the water inlet funnel in the middle of the upper basket.

Before closing the door, ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely.

Adjusting the Height of the Upper Basket

If washing very large plates (over 27 cm and up to 31 cm in diameter) you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position as follows:

Move the front runner stops (A) of the upper basket outward and slide the basket out.

Refit the basket in the higher position and replace the stops (A) in their original position.

When the top basket is in the higher position it will only take plates up to 20 cm in diameter and you will not be able to use the raised cup racks.

HELPFUL HINTS

For Best Washing Results:

Before loading, remove all scraps of food and soak very heavily soiled pots and pans.

Always arrange saucepans, cups and glasses etc. upside-down.

Tilt items with convex or concave surfaces so that the water drains off easily.

...Long items of cutlery such as ladles, carving knives etc. should be positioned horizontally in the upper basket.

Avoid contact between the dishes as far as possible; correct arrangement of the items will give better washing results.

Light items (plastic bowls etc.) should be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so that they do not move during washing.

To Save Energy

Do not prewash dishes under running water.

Place dishes in the machine immediately after every meal and wait until the dishwasher is full before washing.

If necessary run the Rinse and Hold programme (see Programme Chart on the following pages), so that any food scraps do not become caked on the dishes while you are waiting to run the complete wash programme.

You will improve drying results by leaving the dishwasher door ajar for at least 15-30 minutes as soon as

Items not Suitable for Dishwashers

The following should not be washed in the dishwasher:

Cutlery or dishes with wooden or horn handles or glued parts.

Handmade items, wooden objects, antiques or hand-painted china.

Certain types of decoration can discolour when washed in a dishwasher.

Crystal-ware and plastic objects, if not guaranteed dishwasher-proof, should be washed by hand. You are advised to place them in the upper basket and to select a delicate programme.

Certain types of glass can also become opaque after being washed several times in a dishwasher.

Silver cutlery tends to go black if mixed with steel cutlery. Place it in the cutlery basket separate from the others.

Iron and cast iron objects can rust and stain other items.

Aluminium tends to go black; copper, pewter and brass tend to stain.

Caution: You are advised not to load very small or plastic items which can fall through the baskets.

Note: When buying new dishes, ensure that they are dishwasher-proof.

Washing programmes

Programme	Degree of soil	Type of load	Starting position of the programmer	Required pushbutton	Recommended quantity of detergent		Programme description
					In the dispenser	On the dispenser lid
* POWER WASH 65°C	Heavy Soil	Pots - Pans	A	ON/OFF	1 heaped dessert spoon (15 g)	Half dessert spoon (5 g)	Cold water prewash Main wash at 65°C 2 cold rinses 1 warm rinse at 65°C Hot air drying
NORMAL WASH 65°C	Normal Soil	Crockery	B	ON/OFF	1 heaped dessert spoon (15 g)	/	Main wash at 65°C 2 cold rinses 1 warm rinse at 65°C Hot air drying
* ECO WASH	Light Soil	Crockery	C	ON/OFF	1 heaped dessert spoon (15 g)	/	Main wash at 65°C 2 cold rinses
RINSE & HOLD	Any	Any	D	ON/OFF	/	/	1 cold rinse (to avoid food scraps from sticking to the crockery)

* This programme is equivalent to IEC436 standard.
Recommended quantity of detergent: 15g in the dispenser, 5g on the dispenser lid.
Standard place settings: 8.
This is a special programme to wash in a short time (approx. 30 minutes) a full load of lightly soiled dishes, glasses and crockery (except pots) so that you may re-use them promptly. Due to the shortness of the programme, no drying phase is included.

Operating Instructions

1 Check that the filters are clean

(see cleaning instructions)

2 Check that there is salt and rinse aid

3 Load the dishes

Remove larger scraps of food.

Pull the lower basket out and arrange the saucepans, plates and cutlery in it.

Pull the upper basket out and arrange the plates, saucers, glasses and cups etc. in it.

Slide the baskets back into the machine.

Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely.

4 Measure out detergent

Pour the required amount of detergent into the dispenser according to the indications in the Washing Programmes chart and close the lid.

Close the dishwasher door.

5 Set the programme

The selection of a programme occurs with the door partially opened.

Turn the Programme Selector Dial clockwise until the programme letter you wish to select corresponds with the Programme marker on the control panel.

6 Start the programme

Insert the plug into the wall socket.

Open the water tap.

Depress the ON/OFF pushbutton D1 and close the door; the machine will start.

7 At the end of the washing programme

The dishwasher will automatically stop in one of the STOP positions.

Turn off the water tap.

Open the door and depress the ON/OFF button DO to switch off the dishwasher. Wait a few minutes before removing the dishes; in this way they will be cooler and drying will be improved.

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.

Caution

In general it is not advisable to open the door while the machine is working; if the door is opened however, a safety device ensures that the machine stops.

Care must be taken if opening the door, as steam will escape.

Cleaning the Central Filters

(After each wash)

Inspect the central filters (B) and (C) and remove any scraps of food with a brush, under running water.

Filters (B) and (C) are both removed by lifting up the outer one (B) (pulling the central funnel upwards); the smaller filter (C) can then be removed by pressing the two tongues (D).

Once cleaned, refit the filters by pressing them down until they click into place.

Cleaning the Large Filter

(Once a month)

Clean the large filter (A) on both sides under running water, using a brush.

To take it out, remove the spray arm by pressing the two tongues (E), turn the ring (F) anticlockwise (towards the left) and then slide the whole part out.

Refit the filter following the above instructions in reverse order.

Caution: the dishwasher must not be used without filters.

Incorrect repositioning of the filters will produce poor washing results.

Cleaning of the filters is vital to ensure correct operation of the machine.

Internal and External Cleaning

You must ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth.

We recommend the use of Fairy Dishwasher Cleaner every 3 months, or run a wash programme without dishes using detergent.

Check that the spray arm nozzles are not obstructed. To remove the bottom spray arm, release it from its securing catches and pull it out. To clean the nozzles of the top spray arm, slide out the top basket whereby the spray arm will become accessible. To remove it, withdraw the centre funnel by pressing the two side tabs and undscrewing the retaining ring.

Wash the spray arms under running water and refit them in place.

Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a soft damp cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvents (acetone, trichloroethylene etc...).

Prolonged Periods of Non-Operation

If you are not using the machine for any period of time you are advised to:

unplug the appliance and turn off the water;

fill the rinse aid dispenser;

leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of unpleasant smells;

leave the inside of the machine clean.

Frost Precautions

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

If this is unavoidable, empty the machine, close the water inlet tap, disconnect the water inlet pipe and empty it.

Moving the Machine

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

unplug it;

turn off the water tap;

remove the water inlet and discharge hoses;

pull the machine out together with the hoses.

Caution: avoid over tilting the machine during transport.

Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights and can be solved easily without having to call out an engineer.

The machine will not start

■ The door has not been properly closed.
■ The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.
■ There is no current at the socket. Check the fuse.

The machine will not fill with water

■ The water tap is shut.
■ The water supply has been cut off.
■ The inlet hose is kinked.
■ The water inlet hose filter is clogged.

The machine will not drain

■ The drain hose is kinked.
■ The sink drain is blocked.
■ The drain hose extension is not correct.
■ There is no air vent in the end of the drain hose.

The dishes are not clean (poor wash)

■ The baskets are too full.
■ The dishes have not been arranged properly.
■ The spray arms do not rotate.
■ The spray arm holes are clogged.
■ The water inlet funnel in the centre of the upper basket is covered by dishes.
■ The end of the drain hose is submerged in waste water (in the sink).
■ The filters are clogged.
■ The filters are not in position.
■ Not enough detergent has been used or it is unsuitable.
■ The detergent is old or has gone hard.
■ The salt container cap is not properly closed.
■ The washing programme selected is too gentle.

Visible lime deposits or white film on the dishes

■ There is no salt or the softener has not been adjusted to the hardness of the water.
■ The rinse aid has run out or too little is being used

The machine is noisy

■ The dishes are rattling against each other.
■ The spray arms are knocking against the dishes.

The dishes are not quite dry

■ The dishes have been left too long inside the machine.

The door is difficult to close

■ The dishwasher is not level or is not properly built-in.

If, after the above checks, the fault persists, call your local Tricity Bendix Service Centre. Please make sure you give the model and serial number of the appliance. This information can be found on the rating plate located on the right-hand side of the dishwasher door (see picture).

Original spare parts can be purchased from Tricity Bendix Service Centres.

In guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.

Please note that proof of purchase is required for any guarantee service calls.

Tricity Bendix Customer Service

Telephone 01582 - 585858

Building-in features

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

In either case, it is essential that the recess dimensions indicated in the picture are followed.

No further openings for venting of the dishwasher are required, but only to let the water fill and drain hoses and power supply cable pass through.

The recess height may be anywhere between 820 and 880 mm from the floor since the dishwasher incorporates levelling feet adjustable over a wide range (max 60 mm).

Adjust the height of the appliance by turning these feet.

A distance of 2 mm should be allowed between the top of the dishwasher and the counter top.

Fitting under a counter (kitchen worktop or sink)

It is absolutely essential that the dishwasher is disconnected from the electricity supply before gaining access to any internal component.

Fit the dishwasher into the appropriate housing space and connect it. Make sure that the water fill and drain hoses and the power supply cable are not bent or kinked.

Fitting the panel onto the door

The door on this model is designed for the overlay of a panel having the following dimensions:

Width: 446 mm

Height: 644 to 714 mm max

Thickness: 20 mm max

Weight: 1,5 to 6 kg max

Note:

The panel height should not be more than what indicated, otherwise complete opening of the door will no longer be possible as the panel hits against the dishwasher plinth.

Mounting of decor panel onto the door

The height of the panel depends on the height of the plinth of adjacent kitchen units (see kitchen plinth adjustment).

The panel must be fitted with a handle, as the dishwasher handle will be hidden by the panel.

Drill the panel with a ∅ 2x12 bit according to the dimensions indicated in the figure.

Fix the cross bar onto the panel using four 3.5x16 screws provided. Reduce the lenght of fixing screws according to thickness of panel.

If for aesthetic matching the panel is provided with a false drawer (fitted or carved on the panel itself), the two brackets provided should also be used. Fix the brackets according to the measurements shown in the figure, by using four 3.5x16 screws.

Reduce the lenght of fixing screws according to thickness of panel.

Mount the decor panel by inserting the two pivots of the cross-bar into the slotted holes of the door.

Lift the decor panel until perfect alignment with the facia panel is obtained: if the two brackets have also been used, they will automatically engage in

the special holes provided on the dishwasher door.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Once the correct position has been found, open the door and fasten the decor panel on the lower section by means of the two long 4x40 screws provided, using the holes through the inner door (see fig.).

Securing under a counter

Secure the dishwasher to the counter on the front part by means of two 4,2x13 screws provided (see fig. - point A).

Important!

The dishwasher must be secured against tilting. Therefore, make sure that the counter it is fitted under, is suitably secured to a fixed structure (adjacent kitchen cabinets, wall).

Attention!

When the dishwasher is secured to the kitchen cabinets, be sure not to drill any holes into the sides of the machine.

Adjusting the door balance

The door of the dishwasher is balanced when it is open in any position.

Fitting the decor panel may sometimes affect this balance. In this case it will be necessary to adjust the balance as follows: Half-open the door, remove the plugs and regulate the screws located on the front side of the appliance.

By screwing or unscrewing these screws by the same amount, the tension of the door balancing springs is increased or decreased respectively. Refit the plugs.

Attention!

The weight of the panel should be within the limits given in the "dimensions of the panel", otherwise balancing the door will not be possible.

Levelling

Make sure that the dishwasher door closes properly, without rubbing on sides. Otherwise level the machine by slightly screwing or unscrewing the two front feet until perfect closure of the door is reached.

Kitchen plinth adjustment

Line drawing of a wooden cabinet with a door and two tools, no text or symbols present

To allow correct opening of the door it is sometimes necessary to cut the kitchen plinth. Refer to the cutting table below.

According to dimensions of (a) and (b) as shown on the figure, you will find on the following table the depth (X) of the cut to be made on the plinth.

The dimensions (a) and (b) of the table are those more frequently used in the kitchen furnitures.

	Height (a)*
	170	160	150	140	130	120	110	100
40	34	29	25	22	20	20	17	15
50	35	29	25	22	20	18	18	15
60	33	28	25	22	20	18	16	15
70	32	26	22	20	20	16	15	15
80	/	21	20	16	15	15	12	12
90	/	/	12	11	10	10	10	10
100	/	/	/	5	5	5	5	5

(*) dimensions in mm

Dimensions of the cut-out in plinth

Guarantee conditions

We, Tricity Bendix, undertake that if, within twelve months of the date of the purchase, this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option, repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:

■ The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
- The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions.
■ The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us.

All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Tricity Bendix service representative or authorised agent.

Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the property of Tricity Bendix.

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a charge will be made.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

■ Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
■ Costs incurred for calls to put right machines improperly installed or calls to machines outside the United Kingdom.
■ Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are the subject of rental agreements.
■ Products of Tricity Bendix manufacture which are NOT marketed by Tricity Bendix.
■ EEC Countries - The standard guarantee is applicable but is subject to the owner's responsibility and cost to ensure the appliance meets the standards set by the country to which the product is taken. Proof of purchase may be required. Electrolux After-sales Service in the country concerned, with whom Tricity Bendix have an arrangement, will be pleased to advise further.

Tricity Bendix After Sales Service Service Centres Addresses

CENTRE	POSTAL DISTRICTS	SERVICE APPTS.	ADDRESS
ABERDEEN	AB	01224-696569	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceNortheast Appliance Service, 8 Comhill Arcade,Aberdeen, AB2 5UT
ARGYLLE	PA24-61	01369-703161	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceT.D.C. Refrigeration, Briar Hill, 7 Hill Street, Dunoon, PA23 7AL
BARNSTAPLE	EX18-23, 31-39	01271-328826	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceMc Bain Refrigeration, P.O. Box 12,Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31 2YB
BORDERS	TD	01573-224411	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceJames Stewart & Son, 2-8 Wood Market,Kelso, Borders, TD5 7AX
BRISTOL	BA BS SP TA	0117-921-1876	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit BE46, P.O. Box 37, Bristol, BS 99 1UD
CANVEY	E EC EN N NW W WCAL CB HA HP LU MK SGUB WDCM CO IG RM SSIP NR PE14-19, 30-38	0181-443-34640181-965-96990181-965-969901268-69414401603-667017or 01268-694144	Tricity Bendix After Sales Service2-4 Sandhurst,Kings Road, Canvey Island, SS8 0QY
CARDIFF	CF NP1-4, 6, 9-44SA1-18, 21-32	01222-460131	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceGuardian Industrial Estate, Clydesmuir Road,Tremorfa, Cardiff, CF2 2QS
CUMBRIA	CA	01228-594747	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceE.T.B. Services, Carlisle Enterprise Centre, James Street,Carlisle, CA2 5AP
DUMFRIES &GALLOWAY	DG1-14	01387-265166	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceAllan Crossan (Service), 93 Irish Street, Dumfries, Scotland, DG1 2PQ
DUNDEE	DD1-14PH8-18	01250-876285	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceI Brogan Domestics, 41 Lesley Street,Blairgowrie, Perthshire, PH10 6AT
GLASGOW	EH FK G KA KY1-16 MLPA1-23 PH1-7	0141-647-4381	Tricity Bendix After Sales Service20 Cunningham Road, Clyde Estate, Rutherglen, Glasgow, G73 1PP
GUERNSEY	All Codes	01481-46931	Guernsey ElectricityP.O. Box 4, Vale, Guernsey, Channel Islands
HAVERFORDWEST	SA33-39, 41-44, 61-73	01437-710914	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceC Butherway, 1 Church Road, Roch, Haverfordwest,Dyfed, Wales, SA62 6AG
-MEREFORD	HR1-9 LD1-8 SY7 SY18NP5 NP7-8	01432-340334	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceDomestic Repair Centre, Unit 3 Bank Buildings,Cattle Market, Hereford, HR4 9HX
HULL	Y04, 11-18, 25HU1-19 DN14	01482-585678	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceJohn Sizer, Unit 1 Boulevard Unit, Factory Estate, Hull, HU3 4AY
INVERNESS	IV1-28, 30-36, 52-56PH19-26, 42-44 KW1-14	01463-792952	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceHighland Appliances, Unit 3B3 Smithton Industrial Estate,Smithton, Inverness, IV1 2PD
INVERNESS	PH30-41 IV40-51	01855-821315	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceGeorge Ross Electrical, Forrestry Workshop,Inchree, Onich, Invernesshire, PH33 6SE
ISLE OF WIGHT	PO30-41	01983-872552	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceWyatts Electrical Service, 4 Forelands Road,Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5XW
ISLE OF ARRAN	KA27	01770-302909	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceArran Domestics, Unit 4 The Douglas Centre,Brodick, Isle of Arran, KA27 8AJ
ISLE OF LEWIS	PA83-87	01851-705555	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceN D Macleod, Churchouse, 16 James StreetStornoway, Isle of Lewis, PA87 2QW
ISLE OF MAN	IM	01624-687794	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceManx Electricity, Service Workshop,North Quay, Douglas, Isle of Man
ISLE OF MULL	PA62-75	01688-302262	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceB Hogg, Braeside, Raeric Road,Tobermory, Isle of Mull, PA75 6PU
JERSEY	ALL CODES	01534-505050	Jersey Electricity CompanyPO Box 45 Queens Road, St HelierJersey, Channel Islands, JE4 8NY
LAMPETER	SA19, 20, 40, 45-48SY23, 24, 25	01570-423020	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceLampeter Domestic Appliance Services,Unit 16 Lampeter Industrial Estate, Lampeter, Dyfed, SA48 7DY
LANCASTER	LA1-23	01772-316175	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceNL Services, Unit 333 Ranglet Road, Walton Summit,Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 8AR

Tricity Bendix After Sales Service Service Centres Addresses

CENTRE	POSTAL DISTRICTS	SERVICE APPTS.	ADDRESS
LEEDS	BD DN1-7, 10-12 HD HG HXLS S WF YO1-3, 5-8 DENG-1-22, 25	0113-2608511	Tricity Bendix After Sales Service64-66 Cross Gates Road,Leeds, LS15 7NN
LINCOLN	DN21 Subcodes 1,2, 5 onlyLN 1, 2, 4, 5, 6LN3 Subcodes 4, 5 onlyLN8-10 NG23, 24, 31-34 PE1-13, 20-25	01522-514603	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceBrian Hudson, Unit 8 Stonefield Park,Clifton Street, Lincoln, LN5 8AA
LIVERPOOL	FY PR L WN CH CW WA(except WA14-15)	0151-254-1724	Tricity Bendix After Sales Service1 Honeys Green Precinct, Honeys Green Lane,West Derby, Liverpool, L12 9JH
MANCHESTER	BB BL OL M SKWA14-15	0161-477-7758	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 30 Oakhill Trading Estate, Devonshire Road,Worsley, Manchester, M28 3PT
NEWTON ABBOTT	EX1-17PL1-9, 16, 19, 20, 21TQ	01626-65909	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceSouth West Domestic Service, Unit 2 Zealley Industrial Estate,Kingsteignton, Newton Abbott, South Devon, TQ12 3SJ
NORTH WALES	LL	01745-59161601745-590096	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceGMS (Cymru), Unit 2 Coed - Parc, Abergle Road,Rhuddlan, Clwyd, Wales, LL18 5UG
NORTHERN	DL TS DH YO21,22DH NE SR	01325-3014000191-493-2025	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServicePO Box 40 Preston Road, Aycliffe Industrial Estate,Newton Aycliffe, Co Durham, DL5 6XA
NORTHERNIRELAND EAST	BT1-30, 36-57, 63-67	01232-746591	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit C3, Edenderry Industrial Estate,326 Crumlin Road, Belfast, BT14 7EE
NORTHERNIRELAND WEST	BT31-35, 60-62, 68-82, 92-94	01861-510400	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceG & O (Armagh) Service, Owenmore House, Kilwee Business Park, UpperDunmurray Lane, Belfast, BT17 0HD
NUNEATON	B1-48 62-79, 90-94, DY STWR15 WS WVNN CV LE	0121-358-70760121-358-70760121-358-505101203-354424	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 23-24 Alliance Business Park, Townsend Drive,Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 6RX
ORKNEY	KW15-17	01856-875457	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceRefrigeration Sales and Services, Hatson Ind. Estate,Kirkwall, Orkney
REDDITCH	GL OX WR (Not WR15) SNB49, 50, 60, 61, 80, 95-98	01527-512919 &01993.704411	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceHeming Road, Washford, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0DH
REDRUTH	TR1-20, 26, 27PL10-15, 17, 18, 22-35	01209-314407	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceCornwall Domestic Service, Unit 7D Pool Industrial Estate, Wilson Way,Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 3QW
ROTHESAY	PA20	01700-504777	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceD McGlashan Walker Engineering, Glenmhor,Upper Serpentine, Rothesay, PA20
SHETLAND	Own Sales	01595-692225	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceTait Electronic Systems Ltd, Homsgarth Road,Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PW
SHETLAND	Own Sales	01595-692915	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceG Robertson Ltd, 3/4 Carlton PlaceLerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0ED
SHETLAND	Own Sales	01595-692855	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceBolts Shetland Ltd, 26 North Road, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PE
SHETLAND	ZE2	01806-566546	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceLeask Electrical, Harsdale, Symbister, Shetland, ZE2 9AA
SHREWSBURY	SY1-6 SY8-17 SY19-22 TF	01743-450279	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceBLI Service, 6 Harlescott Barn, Harlescott Lane,Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3SY
SOUTH COAST	BH DT PO1-22 SOTR21-25	01705-6674110117-9211876	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceLimberline Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5JJ
SOUTH HUMBERSIDE	DN8, 9 DN15-20DN21 Subcodes 3, 4 onlyDN31-40 - LN3 (Subcode 6 only),LN7, 11-13	01472-267978	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceJohn Robinson (Electrical), 81 Pasture Street,Grimsby, DN32 9EP
TONBRIDGE	GU1-35 RG SLCT DA ME TNBN1-18 20-27 RHTW BR CR SE SW SM KT	0252-24505 &01732-35772201273-6943410181-658-90690181-658-9069	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceUnit 30, Deacon Trading Estate, Morley Road,Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1RA
WESTERN ISLES	HS9	01871-890206	Tricity Bendix After Sales ServiceMr J Zertahs, 244 Bruernish, Isle of BarraWestern Islands, HS9 5QY

TRICITY BENDIX

Better Products. Better Value.

Tricity Bendix, 99 OAKLEY ROAD, Luton, Beds LU4 9QQ

Model No.

BK 450

A DIVISION OF EMACO LIMITED REGISTERED IN ENGLAND NO. 176547

Part No.

152994 - 88/0