Smeg STA6248, STA6249 Operating instructions, User instructions, Using the water softening system

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4. Operating instructions

User instructions

4. Operating instructions

Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows:

Adjust the water softening system;

Add the regenerating salt;

Add the rinse aid and detergent.

4.1Using the water softening system

The amount of scale contained in the water (water hardness index) can cause whitish staining on the dry dishes, which tend to become dull over time. The dishwasher is equipped with an automatic

softening system which uses a specialSALT regenerating salt to reduce the hardness

of the water.

The dishwasher is factory set for water hardness level 3 (average hardness 41-60°dF24-31°dH).

When using water of medium hardness, the regenerating salt container should be refilled after approximately 20 washing cycles. The salt container can hold approximately 1.7 Kg of salt in grains. The container is situated at the bottom of the dishwasher. After removing the lower basket, unscrew the salt container cap by turning it anticlockwise and pour in the salt using the funnel supplied with the dishwasher. 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. In the event of this occurring, the warranty will be invalidated.

Only use regenerating salt specially formulated for domestic dishwashers. If using salt tablets, do not fill the container completely.

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Contents GUIDE FOR USING THE DISHWASHER AND THE WASHING PROGRAMS Contents Safety instructions 1. Safety and operating instructionsUSES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED ABOVE NEVER BE REMOVEDTHIS DISHWASHER MUST BE USED BY ADULTS AQUASTOP MODELS APPLIANCE2. Installation and hook-up Installation instructions2.1 Water supply connection CONNECTING TO THE WATER SUPPLY DRAIN CONNECTIONNEVER DISCONNECT THE PLUG BY PULLING ON THE POWER SUPPLY LEAD 2.2 Electrical connection and precautionsIF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD Fuse replacement FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLYUser instructions 3. Description of the controlsSELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS 3.1 Upper panelDELAYED START BUTTON on some models only SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ONDELAYED START LIGHTS on some models only Only run the soak program with half loads Before starting a washing program make sure that 3.2 Washing programsThe correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser CANCELLING THE CURRENT PROGRAM CHANGING THE PROGRAMTO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT TO CUT DOWN ON DETERGENT CONSUMPTION! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENTEND OF CYCLE REMOVING THE DISHES4. Operating instructions 4.1 Using the water softening systemADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM 4.2 Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensers WATER HARDNESS TABLEADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTING ADDING THE RINSE AIDADDING THE DETERGENT During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically3/1 Products 4.3 General warnings and recommendationsCorrect loading of the dishes helps ensure optimal washing results Dishes and objects in copper, tin, zinc or brass these tend to stain LOWER BASKET 4.4 Using the basketsLOADING THE LOWER BASKET CUTLERY BASKET UPPER BASKET LOADING THE UPPER BASKETADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET Version C with adjustment in three positions on both sides 5. Cleaning and maintenance CLEANING THE WATER INTAKE FILTERCLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS 5.1 General warnings and recommendationsCLEANING THE FILTER UNIT GENERAL WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CORRECT MAINTENANCEPROLONGED DISUSE Fill the rinse aid dispenser Shut off the water supply tapTROUBLESHOOTING MINOR PROBLEMS If the dishes are not being cleaned properly, check thatBEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE Reconnect the water intake hose and open the tap againIf the dishes show signs of streaking, staining, etc., check that If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check thatIf there are visible traces of rust inside the tank 6. Troubleshooting FAULTSafety level E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6E7 E8 E9 Turbine flow-regulator malfunctionAlternate washing system malfunction Water intake system malfunctionTECHNICAL DATA Electrical characteristicsWidth Height depending on models Capacity Water supply pressure