9.4
Before starting a
programme
Before you start the selected
programme, make sure that:
• The filters are clean and correctly
installed.
• The cap of the salt container is tight.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is enough salt and rinse aid
(unless you use multi-tablets).
• The arrangement of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is suitable to the
type of load and the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is
used.
9.5
Loading the baskets
• Use the appliance to wash
dishwasher-safe items only.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
made of wood, horn, aluminium,
pewter and copper.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
that can absorb water (sponges,
household cloths).
• Remove large food residues from
dishes.
• Soak cookware with burnt-on food
before washing it in the appliance.
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening facing
downwards.
• Make sure that glasses do not touch
each other.
• Put light items in the upper basket.
Make sure that the items do not move
freely.
• Put cutlery and small items in the
cutlery drawer.
• Move the upper basket upwards to
accommodate large items in the
lower basket.
• Make sure that the spray arms can
move freely before you start a
programme.
9.6
Unloading the baskets
1.
Let the tableware cool down before
you remove it from the appliance.
Hot items can be easily damaged.
2.
First remove items from the lower
basket, then from the upper basket.
After the programme is
completed, water can still
remain on the inside
surfaces of the appliance.
10.
CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before any maintenance
other than running the
programme Machine Care,
deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Make sure that the
ComfortLift basket is empty
and locked in the raised
position.
Dirty filters and clogged
spray arms negatively affect
the washing results. Check
these elements regularly
and, if necessary, clean
them.
10.1
Machine Care
Machine Care is a programme designed
to clean the appliance interior with
optimal results. It removes limescale and
grease buildup.
When the appliance senses the need for
cleaning, the indicator
is on. Start the
Machine Care programme to clean the
appliance interior.
How to start the Machine Care
programme
Before starting the Machine
Care programme, clean the
filters and spray arms.
1.
Use a descaler or a cleaning product
designed specifically for dishwashers.
Follow the instructions on the
www.aeg.com
18
