Problem
Possible cause and solution
There are residues of deter‐
gent in the dispenser at the
end of the programme.
• The detergent tablet was stuck in the dispenser and
was not washed away by water.
• Water cannot wash away the detergent from the dis‐
penser. Make sure that the spray arms are not blocked
or clogged.
• Make sure that items in the baskets do not impede the
lid of the detergent dispenser from opening.
Odours inside the appliance.
• Refer to "Internal cleaning".
• Start the Machine Care programme with a descaler or
a cleaning product designed for dishwashers.
Limescale deposits on the ta‐
bleware, on the tub and on the
inside of the door.
• The level of salt is low, check the refill indicator.
• The cap of the salt container is loose.
• Your tap water is hard. Refer to "The water soften‐
er".
• Use salt and set regeneration of the water softener
even when multi-functional tablets are used. Refer to
"The water softener".
• Start the Machine Care programme with a descaler
designed for dishwashers.
• If limescale deposits persist, clean the appliance with
the suitable detergents.
• Try a different detergent.
• Contact the detergent manufacturer.
Dull, discoloured or chipped
tableware.
• Make sure that only dishwasher-safe items are wash‐
ed in the appliance.
• Load and unload the basket carefully. Refer to the
basket loading leaflet.
• Place delicate items in the upper basket.
• Activate the GlassCare option to ensure special care
for glassware and delicate items.
Refer to "Before first use",
"Daily use", or "Hints and
tips" for other possible
causes.
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