Dieter Knoll Collection DKDT5900XK, User Manual

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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.
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
packaging. Do not put dishes in the
baskets.
2. Press and hold simultaneously and
for about 3 seconds.
The indicators and flash. The
display shows the programme duration.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
programme.
When the programme is complete, the
indicator is off.
Internal cleaning
• Clean the appliance interior with a soft
damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads, sharp tools, strong
chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• Wipe clean the door, including the
rubber gasket, once a week.
• To maintain the performance of your
appliance, use a cleaning product
designed specifically for dishwashers at
least once every two months. Carefully
follow the instructions on the packaging
of the product.
• For optimal cleaning results, start the
programme Machine Care.
Removal of foreign objects
Check the filters and the sump after each
use of the dishwasher. Foreign objects
(e.g. pieces of glass, plastic, bones or
toothpicks, etc) decrease the cleaning
performance and can cause damage to
the drain pump.
CAUTION! If unable to remove
the foreign objects, contact an
Authorised Service Centre.
1. Disassemble the filters system as
instructed in this chapter.
2. Remove any foreign objects manually.
3. Reassemble the filters as instructed in
this chapter.
External cleaning
• Clean the appliance with a moist soft
cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive
cleaning pads or solvents.
Cleaning the filters
The filter system is made of 3 parts.
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