Operating Sequence 1. Check that the filters are clean
(see cleaning instructions)
7. Start the programme
Depress the ON/OFF pushbutton. The indicator light will come on and the machine will start. If you wish to interrupt the wash at any time press the button again. To restart the machine, depress the same button again and the programme will continue from the point where it was interrupted.
2. Check that there is salt and rinse aid 3. Load the dishes
Remove any 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.
8. At the end of the washing programme
At the end of the washing programme the dishwasher will stop automatically. The indicator light remains on until the ON/OFF button is depressed. When the programme has finished you are advised to unplug the appliance and turn off the water tap. Open the door and wait a few minutes before removing the dishes; in this way you will avoid burning your fingers 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. If you have to open the door while the machine is working, always switch off the appliance first by pressing the ON/OFF button.
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
Turn the «programme selector dial» clockwise until the letter of the programme you wish to select corresponds with the «programme marker».
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Do not open the door during the hot phases: this may cause hot water escape.
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6. Select the temperature
Select the temperature according to the instructions in the «Washing programmes chart» (see «Required pushbuttons»). When the «55°c» button is depressed, the main wash is at 55°C. If the «55°c» temperature button is not depressed, the main wash will always be at 65°C.