User manual SMEG DC134LSS

[. . . ] Following the cleaning instructions provided here will keep your dishwasher's performance at peak levels in the long term. This user-friendly manual will provide answers to all your questions about use of the dishwasher. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: these are intended for the qualified technician who must carry out the installation, hook-up and testing of the appliance. USER INSTRUCTIONS: these consist of recommendations for using the appliance, a description of its controls and of the correct cleaning and maintenance procedures. 1 Safety instructions 1. Safety and operating instructions THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE: IT MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER. [. . . ] · It is not possible to select any options when the soak program is being used. · All options except "Flexi Tabs" are disabled at the end of the wash cycle. To disable the "Flexi Tabs" option, press the relative button (the light goes out). · All options, including "Flexi Tabs" are disabled when a program is CANCELLED after it has begun. "Flexi Tabs" The option is optimised for use of detergents which are complete with salt and rinse aid. With this option activated, any salt and rinse aid If you wish to use detergents which already contain salt and rinse aid already in the dishwasher will not be used. N. B. : even with the "Flexi Tabs" option selected, the regenerating salt/rinse aid lights will still stay on if their containers are empty. IMPORTANT: when no longer required, the option must be disabled by pressing the relative button (the light goes out). If the water hardness has been set on a value above H3, and the "Flexi Tabs" option is activated, the relative light flashes, warning of a setting error. Integrated products are not suitable for use with very "hard" water; this does not prevent the use of the option, but the washing results might not be of the best. HYCLEAN Increases the temperature of the final hot rinse to 70°C to ensure a further reduction in the bacteria level. If the temperature in the tank falls during this stage of the program (e. g. 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 penetrate the salt container, as this would compromise the operation of the regeneration system. Only use regenerating salt specially formulated for domestic dishwashers. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container completely. · 19 User instructions · · Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. When necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed by the water; the 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 (available in all programs except the soak program) The dishwasher is equipped with an electronic device for adjusting the water softening setting according to the hardness of the water. Keep the SELECTION PROGRAMS button (2) pressed for a few seconds, until H3 (default value) appears on the DISPLAY (9). · Keep pressing the SELECTION PROGRAMS (2) button again to scroll through the setting values available in sequence (from H 0 to H 5). Select the most suitable value, referring to the "Water hardness table" for guidance. [. . . ] CLEANING THE WATER INTAKE FILTER The water intake filter A located at the outlet of the water supply tap needs to be cleaned periodically. After having closed the water supply tap, unscrew the end of the water intake hose, remove the filter A and clean it delicately under running water. Reassemble filter A in its seat and carefully screw the water intake hose back into position. CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS The spray arms can be easily removed for periodic cleaning of the nozzles, to prevent possible clogging. [. . . ]