DeLonghi DEDW654FI manual Dishwasher Safety Precautions Troubleshooting, Grounding Instructions

Dishwasher Safety Precautions

Troubleshooting

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the appliance, follow basic precaution, including the following:

DANGER

Grounding Instructions

ŸThis appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of an electric shock by providing a path of least resistance of electric current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

ŸImproper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in the risk of an electric shock.

ŸCheck with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance; If it does not fit the outlet. Have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

WARNING

ŸDo not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.

ŸDo not touch the heating element during or

immediately after use. (This instruction is only applicable to machines with a visual heating element.)

ŸDo not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place. Open the door very carefully if the dishwasher is operating, there is a risk of water squirting out.

ŸDo not place any heavy objects on or stand on the door when it is open. The appliance could tip forward.

ŸWhen loading items to be washed:

1.Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal;

2.Warning: Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position.

ŸCheck that the detergent compartment is empty after completion of the wash cycle.

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WARNING

ŸWhen using your dishwasher, you should prevent plastic items from coming into contact with the heating element (This instruction is only applicable to machines with a visual heating element).

ŸDo not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe or the equivalent. For plastic items not so marked, check the manufacturer's recommendations.

ŸUse only detergent and rinse additives designed for an automatic dishwasher.

ŸNever use soap, laundry detergent, or hand washing detergent in your dishwasher. Keep these products out of the reach of children.

ŸKeep children away from detergent and rinse aid, keep children away from the open door of the dishwasher, there could still be some detergent left inside.

ŸThis appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children )with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

ŸChildren should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

ŸThe dishwasher must always be connected to the water system using new hose sets.

ŸDishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline, they can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with skin and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open.

ŸThe door should not be left open, since this could increase the risk of tripping.

ŸIf the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

ŸRemove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it.

ŸPlease dispose of packing materials properly.

ŸUse the dishwasher only for its intended function.

ŸDuring installation, the power supply must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened.

ŸDo not tamper with controls.

ŸThe appliance is to be connected to the water mains using new hose sets and that old hose-sets should not be reused.

ŸThe maximum number of place settings to be washed is 15.

ŸThe maximum permissible inlet water pressure is 1Mpa.

ŸThe minimum permissible inlet water pressure is 0.04Mpa.

Before Calling for Service, review the following troubleshooting tips.

	Problem	Possible Causes	Solution
	Dishwasher	Fuse blown, or the	Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Remove any other
	doesn’t start	circuit breaker acted	appliances sharing the same circuit with the dishwasher
problems		Power supply is not	Make sure the dishwasher is turned on and the door is
		turned on	closed securely.
			Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into the
			wall socket.
		Error code:E1;	Check that the water supply is connected properly and
Technical		Water pressure is low	the water is turned on.
		Door of dishwasher	Make sure to close the door properly and latch it.
		not properly closed.
	Water not pumped	Kink in drain hose	Check drain hose.
	from dishwasher
		Filter clogged	Check coarse the filter
			(see section titled " Cleaning The Filter ")
		Kitchen sink clogged	Check the kitchen sink to make sure it is draining well.
			If the problem is the kitchen sink not draining ,you may
			need a plumber rather than a serviceman for dishwashers.
	Suds in the tub	Improper detergent	Use only the special dishwasher detergent to avoid
			suds. If this occurs, open the dishwasher and let suds
			evaporate. Add 3.75 litres of cold water to the tub. Close
			and latch the dishwasher, then select any cycle.
problems			Dishwasher will drain out the water at the first step. Open
			the door after the draining has stopped and check suds
			have disappeared. Repeat if necessary.
		Spilled rinse-aid	Always wipe up rinse-aid spills immediately.
General
	inside surface	Detergent with	dishwasher detergent and wear rubber gloves.
	Stained tub interior		Make sure that the detergent is the one without
		colourant was used	colourant.
	White film on	Hard water minerals	To clean the interior, use a damp sponge with
			Never use any other cleaner than dishwasher
			detergent for the risk of foaming or suds.
	There are rust	The affected items are	The items should be corrosion resistant
	stains on cutlery	not corrosion resistant.
	Knocking noise	A spray arm is	Interrupt the program, and rearrange the items
	in the wash cabinet	knocking against	which are obstructing the spray arm.
		an item in a basket
Noise	Rattling noise	Items of crockery	Interrupt the program,
	in the wash cabinet	are loose in the	and rearrange the items of crockery.
		wash cabinet
	Knocking noise	This may be caused	This has no influence on the dishwasher function.
	in the water pipes	by on-site installation	if in doubt, contact a suitably qualified plumber.
		or the cross-section
		of the piping.

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