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ÖKO_FAVORIT 40250 i
Dishwasher
User Instructions
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Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Please observe the safety instructions on the first few pages ofthese user instructions! Please keep these user instructions for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. The warning triangle and/or specific words (Warning!, Caution!, 1 Important!) are used to highlight instructions that are important for your safety or for the function of the appliance. It is imperative that these instructions are
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Contents CONTENTS Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Economical and Ecological Dishwashing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Appliance Features and Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents Installation and Connection Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Installing the Dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Dishwashers That Can Be Integrated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Built-In Dishwasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Free-Standing Appliances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Co
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Operating Instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Instructions The safety aspects of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. Neverthe- less, as a manufacturer we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information: Installation, Connection and Placing into Operation The dishwasher may only be transported upright. Check the dishwasher for transport damage. Do not in any circum- stances connect
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Operating Instructions Never place the dishwasher in operation if the mains cable, water inlet or drain hose is damaged; or the control panel, work top or plinth area is damaged such that the inside of the appliance is freely accessible. If the mains lead is damaged, or is to be replaced for a longer lead, the cable (obtainable from AEG Service Force) must be replaced by a service engineer authorised by AEG. Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the cable, always pull the plug.
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Operating Instructions In the event of a fault, first close the tap, then switch off the appli- ance and unplug it from the mains. If the appliance is permanently wired to the mains: remove the fuse. 2 Disposal Disposing of the Packaging Material Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly. All the packag- ing materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recy- cled. Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations: – >PE< for polyethylene, e.g.
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Operating Instructions Appliance Features and Control Panel Rubber Seal for Connecting the Water Feed to the Upper Spray Arm Spray Arms Water Hardness Switch Container for Salt Container for Rinse Aid Container for Detergent Rating Plate Filters 8
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Operating Instructions Control Panel Power Indicator light Door Handle Program Selector Programme Switch Set the point at which the wash programme is to start using the pro- gramme switch. The programme switch rotates during the wash pro- gramme and indicates the position that has been reached in the programme. Switch on the dishwasher and start a wash programme using the pro- gramme selector. Prior to using for the first time Prior to using for the first time, remove all the clips with which
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Operating Instructions Adjust the Water Softener To prevent the build up of scale on dishes and in the dishwasher, the dishes must be washed with soft, i.e. low lime content water. For this reason the dishwasher is fitted with a water softener in which tap water from a hardness of 4 °d (German degrees) is softened with the aid of special salt. Your local water authority can advise you on the hardness of the water 3 in your area. The water softener has 4 settings. Water Hardness Turn the ar
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Operating Instructions Filling with Salt for the Water Softener Use only salt designed for dishwashers. Never fill the salt container 1 with any another type of salt (e.g. culinary salt) or dishwasher deter- gent, as this would irreparably damage the water softener. Prior to filling with salt, please check each time that you really do have a packet of dishwasher salt in your hand. Fill with dishwasher salt: – Prior to using the dishwasher for the first time – If a green mark can be seen
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Operating Instructions Filling with Rinse Aid Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring thor- ough rinsing, spot and streak free drying. Only use rinse aid specifically designed for domestic dishwashers. Never 1 fill the rinse aid container with any other substance as this would dam- age the appliance. Fill with rinse aid: – Prior to using the dishwasher for the first time – Then the window indicator has a dark centre surrounded by a light ring. If ther
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Operating Instructions Adjusting Rinse Aid Dosing The dose should be adjusted according to the finish and drying results 3 obtained. The dose is factory set at 4, and can adjusted from 1 to 6. Gradually increase the dose if there are drops of water or lime spots on the dishes after washing. Reduce if it there are sticky whitish streaks on the dishes. 0 1. Turn the lid of the container ¼ of a turn anticlockwise and remove. 2. Adjust the dose setting with a tea spoon. 3. Replace the lid
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Operating Instructions In Daily Use Check the salt and rinse aid levels. Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher Fill with dishwasher detergent Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes Start the wash programme Loading Cutlery and Dishes Sponges, household cloths and any object that can absorb water should 1 not be washed in the dishwasher. For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes are not suitable: are of limited suitability: Cutler
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Operating Instructions – To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch – Do not lay small objects (e.g. lids) in the cutlery rack Loading Cutlery Long bladed knives stored in an 1 upright position are a potential haz- ard. Long and/or sharp items of cutlery 1 such as carving knives must be posi- tioned horizontally in the upper bas- ket. Take care when loading or unloading 1 sharp items such as knives. To ensure that all items of cutlery are completely washed, you should 1. Place th
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Operating Instructions Loading Pans, Frying Pans and Large Plates Load large and heavily soiled dishes in the lower rack. To ease the loading of large items at 3 some dishwasher-models the two rows of prongs for the right-hand plate insert can be folded down: 0 1. Slightly lift the right plate insert. 2. Fold the plate insert to the left. 16
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Operating Instructions Loading Cups, Glasses and Coffee Services Load small, delicate items and long pointed cutlery in the upper rack. Arrange items of crockery on the folding cups racks so that they are offset from each other and water can reach all items. The cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall items. Lay or hang wine, champagne, and brandy glasses in the cut outs on the cup racks. Glasses, beakers, etc. can also be placed on the two rows of prongs on the
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Operating Instructions Filling with Detergent Use only dishwasher detergent. 1 Fill with Detergent: – Prior to the start of a wash programme (not for the Pre Wash pro- gramme). The detergent is released into the wash water during the programme. Please observe the manufacturer’s dosing and storage recommenda- 2 tions given on the detergent packaging. The detergent dispenser is on the inside of the door. 0 1. If the lid is closed: Press the latching lever (1) forwards. The lid springs
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Operating Instructions Bio Wash Programmes and Concentrated Detergents Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents can be split into two basic types: – Conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components – Weak alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes. The use of BIO wash programmes in conjunction with concentrated 2 detergents reduces pollution and is good for your dishes; the BIO wash programmes are specially matched to the soil dissolving properties of
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Operating Instructions Selecting the Wash Programme (Programme Table) Choose the most suitable wash programme with the aid of this table: Dessert Dishes Dinner Service and Cooking Uten- All Type of Dishes and Coffee sils Dish Types Service with non-tem- In Addition with - perature resist- - delicate glasses ant dishes Type of Soiling heavily normally lightly soiled soiled soiled Used dishes that are collected in dried leftovers the dishwasher and are to be particularly suited w
