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Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.

We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come.
Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality, and high quality. These
are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated
throughout the world.

To get the most out of your new dishwasher, we recommend that you read the operating
instructions before using it. The operating instructions also include information on how
you can help protect the environment.

ASKO D5538XLFI

Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Dishwasher

Summary of Contents for D5538

Page 1: ...ty and high quality These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world To get the most out of your new dishwasher we recommend that you read the operating instructions before using it The operating instructions also include information on how you can help protect the environment ASKO D5538XLFI Operating Instructions Operating Instruct...

Page 2: ...s 7 Dishwasher baskets 8 Front panel 9 Detergent Rinse Aid Dispenser 10 Economic dishwashing 11 Fragile dishes 12 Dishwashing 12 Load the baskets correctly 12 Add detergent 14 Select the program 16 Select options 16 Press Start Stop and close the door 17 After dishwashing 18 Settings 20 Care and maintenance instructions 23 Rinse aid 24 Troubleshooting 27 Technical information 27 Information for te...

Page 3: ... Be careful with certain materials Read the section Fragile dishes before dishwashing porcelain with unglazed decoration or other utensils made from plastic wood or crystal that you value Checking water hardness Contact the local water utility to check the water hardness in your area This is important to determine how much detergent and rinse aid to use Program key Some dishwashers include program...

Page 4: ...t water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time When removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it remove the door to the washing compartment Do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity...

Page 5: ...mall children away from the machine when it is open There may be some detergent residue left inside the machine If dishwasher detergent gets in someone s eyes rinse them with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Do not allow children to use or play in or on the dishwasher Load sharp objects with the pointed end facing the back of the dishwasher Sharp items loaded in the cutlery basket should be...

Page 6: ...tergent compartment 4 Upper basket 5 Spray arms 6 Serial number plate 7 Lower basket 8 Rinse aid compartment 9 Panel Specifications may differ depending on the model and market Customer Care Center 6 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Dishwasher components ...

Page 7: ... 3 1 1 Fold down plate support 2 Forward mount for plate support used for plates with a diameter greater than 9 3 4 25 cm 3 Handle Cutlery basket a c b Specifications may differ depending on the model and market 7 Customer Care Center 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Dishwasher baskets ...

Page 8: ...pressing the touch buttons after opening the door Two minutes after the last button press the panel backlight enters energy saving mode Close and reopen the door or press the main power switch to reactivate the panel Keep the touch buttons clean and free from grease Wipe them clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth Never use cleaners they can scratch the surface Use the main power switch to turn o...

Page 9: ... compartment 2 Main wash detergent compartment 3 Rinse aid compartment 4 Detergent compartment lid 5 Rinse aid compartment lid 1 2 4 5 3 9 Customer Care Center 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Detergent Rinse Aid Dispenser ...

Page 10: ...h Short dry To save energy use Short dry The drying result will be better if once the program is finished you leave the door slightly open Do not rinse under running water Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher Choose a green detergent Read the environmental declaration on the packaging Connect to cold water If you use oil or electricity to heat your home Connect to h...

Page 11: ...high temperatures can gradually develop a gray film that cannot be removed Wash fragile glasses at a low temperature and with a small amount of detergent Silver Silver and stainless steel items should not come into contact as the silver can become discolored Cutlery with glued handles Some types of glue are not dishwasher safe In such cases the handles may loosen Wood Wooden items should only be w...

Page 12: ...mall items or small shafts such as electric whisk attachments 2 Check that the spray arms can rotate freely 3 Add detergent We recommend that you use only unscented granular automatic dishwashing detergent Using the wrong detergent could cause flooding and or damage your dishwasher Do not use detergent that has been wet and is clumped Also check the expiration date on the container The amount of d...

Page 13: ...etergent will not be released properly if the lid is tight and cannot open correctly NOTE Dishwasher tablets are not recommended for short programs less than 75 minutes Use powder or liquid dishwasher detergent instead 3 in 1 All in one detergent Read through the directions for these products carefully If anything is unclear contact the detergent manufacturer Recommended detergent amounts based on...

Page 14: ... is used for glasses and porcelain that is lightly soiled such as coffee cups Super Quick Short program lasting about 15 minutes with acceptable results for very lightly soiled dishes Delicate If the dishes are only lightly soiled you can select Delicate This program is intended for glasses and porcelain that have just been used and as such do not require such a powerful program This program can b...

Page 15: ...3 5 0 8 1 40 1 4 2 00 150 2 140 1 Daily 2 7 0 1 0 20 0 2 0 20 2 85 0 Quick 2 7 0 1 0 15 0 2 0 15 2 85 0 Super Quick 3 2 0 5 2 20 0 9 2 30 120 2 120 1 Eco 0 9 0 3 0 40 0 5 0 50 120 1 0 Rinse Dry 0 9 0 01 0 04 0 01 0 06 1 0 Rinse Hold 1 Consumption values vary depending on the water supply temperature the ambient temperature the size of the load the selected options and more 2 Connection to cold wat...

Page 16: ...top button 1 Press the button once to activate Delayed start Press the button several times or hold it in to set the desired number of hours 2 Press Start Stop and the dishwasher counts down 1 hour at a time and starts after the selected delay Press and hold Start Stop for three seconds if you want to cancel the Delayed start option NOTE Remember to press the Start Stop button to start the program...

Page 17: ...ue to a power failure If the program was not finished the interrupted program resumes when power is restored NOTE During drying the program is interrupted if the power is cut or the door is open for more than 2 minutes 8 After dishwashing Once the program has finished and the door is opened End appears on the display A buzzer also sounds at the end of the program See the section Settings which des...

Page 18: ...w adjust the following settings Description Settings Options Button press You can activate the child lock button lock option to prevent children from starting the dishwasher Press the High temperature and Long dry but tons simultaneously to temporarily deactivate the button lock when you want to start the dishwasher The button lock is automatically reactivated after 2 minutes Child lock button loc...

Page 19: ...alue and continue to the next setting For adjusting the contrast of the display on the panel LCD contrast Low High Press Start Stop to save the setting value and continue to the next setting Rinse aid dosage setting Rinse aid Off Low dosage High dosage Press Start Stop to exit the settings menu 19 Customer Care Center 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Settings ...

Page 20: ...Fine filter Debris that collects on the fine filter is automatically rinsed away during each wash However the fine filter and its pipe section should be cleaned a couple of times a year 1 Turn the handle counterclockwise once 1x 2 Lift the pipe section straight up by the handle Free the coarse filter to clean the pipe section 3 Remove and clean the fine filter 4 Replace in reverse order Check that...

Page 21: ...ed Shut off the water Unplug the unit from the power outlet Call the Customer Care Center NOTE Do not forget to reinstall the drain pump access cover Lower spray arm Holes and bearings can sometimes become blocked 1 Pull the lower spray arm straight up to release it 2 Remove any debris using a needle toothpick or some other similar pointed device The spray arms also have holes underneath Upper spr...

Page 22: ...leaner if necessary WARNING Do not use a spray bottle or the like around the door lock This is to ensure that water does not penetrate the door catch and come into contact with the electrical components Customer Care Center 22 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Care and maintenance instructions ...

Page 23: ...he lid firmly NOTE After topping up it may take a while before the symbol goes out Select dosage The rinse aid dispenser can be adjusted between 0 off and 6 Increase the rinse aid dosage If the dishes have water marks Reduce the rinse aid dosage If the dishes have a sticky white blue film If the dishes are streaked Heavy foaming If you have very soft water the rinse aid can be diluted 50 50 with w...

Page 24: ...toppled over during the program Screw the filter firmly into place See the section Care and maintenance instruc tions The filter is not correctly fitted See the sections Rinse aid and Settings Incorrect rinse aid dosage setting Spots or films on the dishes Wash crystal at a low temperature and with a conservative amount of detergent Contact the detergent manufacturer Too high temperature and or to...

Page 25: ... Press and hold Start Stop for three sec onds if you want to cancel the Delayed start option Check that the Delayed start option has not been selected None Next time the program is run the corrected time will be displayed The program is taking longer than esti mated 1 minute appears on the display Loosen the drain hose from where it terminates Check that no debris has clogged the hose Is the cone ...

Page 26: ...positioned horizontally The baskets are not correctly positioned Cannot close door Check that the dishes are not blocking the baskets from sliding properly into place Wait a moment then try again You have pressed the touch buttons too soon after opening the door The touch buttons do not react when pressed Clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth Dirt on the touch buttons Open the door until the dis...

Page 27: ... test Lower basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW 1 Upper basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW 1 Technical data 32 1 4 34 819 864 mm Height 23 5 8 600 mm Width 22 7 8 581 mm Depth 108 lb 49 kg 1 Weight 4 2 140 psi Water pressure See serial number tag and rating plate Electrical connection See serial number tag and rating plate Rated power 1 Weight can vary due to different specifications 27 Custo...

Page 28: ...wo Year Full From date of purchase ASKO replacement parts and or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship Service must be performed by an authorized ASKO service agent Third Year Full Complete your product warranty registration online at http www askousa com customer care register my appliance within 90 days from the date of purchase to extend the original warranty one additional...

Page 29: ...r costs for units operated outside the continental United States 6 Pickup and delivery ASKO washers are designed to be repaired in the home In no event shall ASKO Appliances Inc be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages Some states will not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gi...

Page 30: ...Customer Care Center 30 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Notes ...

Page 31: ...31 Customer Care Center 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Notes ...

Page 32: ...ergent compartment has one smaller compartment for the prewash and one for the main wash 3 Check that the spray arms can rotate freely 4Press the main power switch until the display lights up 5 Select a program and any options 6 Press Start Stop and close the door Item No 8093940 Rev 01 We reserve the right to make changes Customer Care Center 32 1 800 898 1879 www askousa com Quick guide ...

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