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ON/OFF button (1) 

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Press the On/Off button to switch the 
washer on and check that the indicator 
light shines.   

• 

Pressing the On/Off button once more 
switches the machine off and the indicator 
light dims. 

 

PROGRAMME SELECTION KNOB 

Rotate the programme selection knob to the 
desired programme. (see programme table in 
this book) 
 

START/CANCEL button  

• 

Press this button to start a selected 
programme. 

• 

The indicator light on the button shines. 

• 

If you would like to open the door while the 
washer is operating, press the button once 
more. 

• 

To restart the programme press the button 
again. 

 

PROGRESS INDICATORS 

These monitor the washing process 
throughout the selected wash cycle and give 
a visible indication of progress. 
The sequence shows as follows:

 

HALF LOAD button  
(used for partial loads)

 

• 

Press the half load button after selecting a 
programme. The indicator light shines. 

• 

Water and electricity  consumption are 
reduced.

 

 
HOW TO CANCEL A WASHING 
PROGRAMME WHILE THE WASHER IS  
OPERATING 

Press the Start/Stop button for 3 seconds. 
The washer will drain the water inside for 45 
seconds. 
The programme is cancelled when the wash 
light switches off. 
A new programme may then be selected. 

 

Important

  

 

Depending on when the programme was 
cancelled, there may be detergent residue or 
rinse aid in the washer and on the dish load. 
 

HOW TO CHANGE A WASHING 
PROGRAMME WHILE THE WASHER IS           
OPERATING 

• 

Press the Start/Cancel button. 

• 

The wash light will switch off. 

• 

Select a new programme. 

• 

Press the Start/Cancel button. 

• 

The wash light will switch on. 

• 

The new programme will start 

 

Important! 
 

The new programme will NOT start from the 
beginning but at the stage where the 
previous programme was interrupted

 
SALT LEVEL INDICATOR  LIGHT  

(If applicable)

 

Please check the indicator regularly. If it 
lights up, the salt needs to be replenished. 
 

RINSE AID LEVEL INDICATOR  LIGHT  

(If applicable)

 

Please check the indicator regularly. If it 
lights up, the Rinse Aid needs to be 
replenished. 
 

Description of controls 

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Warning! 
 

At the end of the Washing stage, the 
dishwasher will pause for about 35 minutes. 
This enables complete drainage of any water 
in the machine. This  is a normal function and 
is no cause for concern. 

 

Warning! 
 

Do not switch the dishwasher off before 
the End progress light switches on.

 

Summary of Contents for DDW168

Page 1: ...ure reference The serial number is on the serial label located on the inside of the door on the dishwasher SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE PURCHASED FROM The manufacturer strives for continuous improve...

Page 2: ...ning the spray arms Trouble shooting Technical specifications Owners responsibility Service Centres Warranty PAGE 2 2 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 13 13 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 1...

Page 3: ...nts and water softeners specifically manufactured for use in dishwashers The door of the dishwasher has been designed to support the weight of a fully loaded lower rack Never place any other load on t...

Page 4: ...Salt reservoir lid 12 Upper basket rail 13 Upper basket with rack 14 Fan drying system depends on model Get to know your dishwasher 3 Figures represented in this instruction manual are schematic and m...

Page 5: ...er cord should ever need replacing use only a genuine cord available from the nearest Defy Service Centre Repairs should only be made by a qualified technician WATER CONNECTION Use a screw on hose con...

Page 6: ...use table salt or edible salt as these contain insoluble substances To fill the container proceed as follows Remove the lower basket to improve access Unscrew the lid of the salt container fig A B If...

Page 7: ...rinse aid proceed as follows Open the rinse aid dispenser by pressing the locking lever B Carefully pour the rinse aid into the dispenser to the MAX mark Close the lid Carefully wipe off any spilt rin...

Page 8: ...be placed in the detergent dispenser If food particles are stuck and the dishes have not been washed for a long time supplement the detergent by adding an additional amount to the open oval depression...

Page 9: ...and light items can be placed in the upper basket Place all large and very dirty items in the lower basket The basket features glass holder flaps These may be folded up to create more space for larger...

Page 10: ...g such as jars may be stored upright over the bottle wire Locate the wire as shown The bottle wire may be removed when not in use 3 LOWER BASKET MULTI PURPOSE RACK Depends on model Located on the lowe...

Page 11: ...ng stemmed wine glasses against each other or against the basket edge Use the glass support instead It may be adjusted by releasing and relocating the tabs to create a larger space 7 COLLAPSIBLE WIRES...

Page 12: ...asket forwards to remove it Reposition the basket so that the upper set of rollers engage in the tracks and close the latches 2 The basket even fully loaded may be adjusted without removing it from th...

Page 13: ...Page 13 Storage 11 Different cutlery baskets are supplied depending on the model These may be removed to provide additional storage space The following pictures illustrate how not to load the baskets...

Page 14: ...terrupts the programme and hot steam will escape The programme will continue when the door is closed once more When the progress indicator shows Programme End the programme has been completed Press th...

Page 15: ...sher will drain the water inside for 45 seconds The programme is cancelled when the wash light switches off A new programme may then be selected Important Depending on when the programme was cancelled...

Page 16: ...g temp 50 C 60 C 70 C Degree of soiling Suitable for removing the remnants on soiled dishes which wait in the washer for a few days Most economical programme for medium soiled dishes which have been k...

Page 17: ...running water and clean with a soft bristle brush Carefully replace the main filter Insert the reassembled Coarse Micro filter assembly in the Main filter and twist it clockwise until it clicks in pl...

Page 18: ...e that the lid of the detergent dispenser is closed properly DISHES NOT DRIED PROPERLY Load dishes as prescribed Adjust the amount of rinse aid Choose a longer programme that washes at a higher temper...

Page 19: ...that the dispenser lid is properly closed before closing the door We recommend you use tablet detergents as these are less affected by humidity during storage Clean spray arm nozzles WATER REMAINS IN...

Page 20: ...osed properly Are the filters clogged Is the detergent dose sufficient Is there enough salt and or water softener Is the tap open Is there a water supply to the home Have any of the hoses been twisted...

Page 21: ...ls Rd Arcadia East London 5201 Tel 043 743 7100 EastLondon Service defy co za Cnr Mimetes Kruger Sts Denver ext 12 Johannesburg 2094 Tel 011 621 0200 or 011 621 0300 Gauteng Service defy co za 87 Nels...

Page 22: ...ating instructions connection to incorrect voltages and subjection to commercial use shall release the Company from its obligations 3 This warranty shall become void and cease to operate if the applia...

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