User manual SMEG A2D

[. . . ] Description of the controls 1. 1 Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. are only possible when the door is open. The panel shown is given as example: the form of the lights and buttons may vary depending on the model. SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS 2 This light indicates the program selected and the occurrence of a fault (Troubleshooting). PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON 3 + ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM Used to select the wash program required and adjust the water softening system. [. . . ] After removing the lower basket, unscrew the salt container cap by turning it anticlockwise and pour in the salt using the funnel supplied. Before replacing the cap, remove any salt residues from around the opening. • • When using the dishwasher for the first time, in addition to the salt it is also necessary to add one litre of water to the container. Each time the salt container is refilled, make sure that the cap is securely closed. The mixture of water and detergent must never enter the salt container, as this would compromise the operation of the regeneration system. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container completely. • 15 User instructions • • Do not use table salt, as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. The salt container should be refilled before starting the wash program. This way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed by the water; prolonged presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion. Be careful not to confuse the salt and detergent packages; adding detergent to the salt container will damage the water softening system. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM The dishwasher is equipped with a device which allows the softener setting to be varied to suit the hardness of the mains water. The WATER HARDNESS ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR LIGHT (4) flashes, while the SELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS (2) show the current setting. ● Each press of the button changes the selection, following the sequence in the table below. > After adjusting or displaying the current setting, simply do not touch the button for a few seconds; the dishwasher will automatically return to standard mode, quitting the adjustment mode. 16 User instructions WATER HARDNESS TABLE German degrees (° dH) 0-6 7 - 10 11 - 15 16 - 21 22 - 28 29 - 35 36 - 50 French Degrees (° dF) 0 - 11 12 - 18 19 - 27 28 - 37 38 - 50 51 - 62 63 - 90 All lights off (no salt) One light on Two lights on Three lights on Four lights on Five lights on Two lights on SETTING Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your water supply. 2. 2 Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers The detergent and rinse aid dispensers are situated on the inner part of the door: the detergent dispenser is on the left, and the rinse aid dispenser is on the right. With the exception of the SOAK program, it is necessary to add the required amount of detergent to the detergent dispenser before every wash cycle. The rinse aid, on the other hand, should only be added as required. 17 User instructions ADDING RINSE AID Rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the final rinse cycle. Before loading the dishes into the baskets it is necessary to: • Remove large food remains, particularly bones, which may clog the filter or damage the pump. • Soak any pots or pans with burnt-on food to facilitate its removal, then load them into the LOWER BASKET. There is no need to pre-wash the dishes under running water before loading them into the baskets since this only wastes water. Correct loading of the dishes helps ensure optimal wash results. 20 User instructions WARNING!• • • • • Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the wash cycle. Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall and obstruct the spray arms or the pump. Containers such as cups, bowls, glasses and pots should always be loaded with the opening facing downwards and with any cavities at an angle, to allow the water to drain out. Do not stack dishes or place them in such a way that they cover each other. Do not place glasses too close together because they may knock against each other and break, or stains may remain at the point where they touch. MAKE SURE that the items being washed are dishwasher-safe. Items which are not dishwasher-safe: • • • • • • • Wooden dishes, pots or pans: these may be damaged by the high wash temperatures. Handmade items: these are rarely suitable for washing in a dishwasher. [. . . ] If any residues fall into the sump they might block hydraulic components or the spray arm nozzles. It is essential to thoroughly clean the filters according to the above instructions: the dishwasher cannot function if the filters are clogged. Carefully replace the filters to avoid damaging the pump. 29 User instructions PROLONGED DISUSE: • • • • • Run the soak program twice in succession. Leave the door slightly open in order to prevent the formation of unpleasant odours inside the wash tank. [. . . ]