Smeg DI612A1 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 1. Safety and operating instructions Safety instructionsUSES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED ABOVE NEVER BE REMOVEDTHIS DISHWASHER MUST BE USED BY ADULTS APPLIANCE AQUASTOP MODELSFor free-standing models only Installation instructions2. Installation and hook-up DRAIN CONNECTION CONNECTING TO THE WATER SUPPLY2.1 Water supply connection IF THE APPLIANCE IS PROVIDED WITH A PLUGLESS SUPPLY CORD 2.2 Electrical connection and precautionsNEVER DISCONNECT THE PLUG BY PULLING ON THE POWER SUPPLY LEAD FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY Fuse replacement3. Description of the controls User instructionsSELECTED PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHTS 3.1 Upper panel“3/1” OPTION BUTTON 13 INFORMATION DISPLAY SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON“3/1” OPTION LIGHT HALF LOAD BUTTONOnly run the soak program with half loads Very dirty pans Before starting a washing program make sure that 3.2 Washing programsThe correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser QUICK TIME available in all programs except the soak programDELAYED START available in all programs except the soak program CANCELLING THE CURRENT PROGRAMCHANGING THE PROGRAM TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENTREMOVING THE DISHES TO CUT DOWN ON DETERGENT CONSUMPTION! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENTEND OF CYCLE 4.1 Using the water softening system 4. Operating instructionsADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM WATER HARDNESS TABLE 4.2 Using the rinse aid and detergent dispensersADDING THE RINSE AID ADJUSTING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER SETTINGDuring the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically ADDING THE DETERGENTUser instructions MAKE SURE that the items being washed are dishwasher-safe 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 Items which are not dishwasher-safeLOADING THE LOWER BASKET 4.4 Using the basketsLOWER BASKET UPPER BASKET CUTLERY BASKETLoading examples Models with cutlery racks LOADING THE UPPER BASKETVersion B ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKETUser instructions CLEANING THE WATER INTAKE FILTER 5. Cleaning and maintenanceCLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS 5.1 General warnings and recommendationsGENERAL WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CORRECT MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE FILTER UNITPROLONGED DISUSE Fill the rinse aid dispenser Shut off the water supply tapIf the dishes are not being cleaned properly, check that TROUBLESHOOTING MINOR PROBLEMSBEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE Reconnect the water intake hose and open the tap againIf there are visible traces of rust inside the tank If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check thatIf the dishes show signs of streaking, staining, etc., check that FAULT 6. TroubleshootingSafety level E1 E2 E3 E4 E5 E6Turbine flow-regulator malfunction E7 E8 E9Alternate washing system malfunction Water intake system malfunctionWidth Depth Height depending on models Capacity Water supply pressure TECHNICAL DATAElectrical characteristics