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Operating instructions

Safety Definitions

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Risk of fire, electrical shock, or serious injury

Grounding Instructions

Safe Operation

Child Safety

Proper Care and Maintenance

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Causes of Damage

Getting Started

Appliance overview

Operating panel

Dishwasher interior components

Info button

Time setting

Switching on the appliance for the first time

Settings

Water softening system / special salt

Water hardness table

Adjusting the water softening system

Using special salt

Detergent with a salt component

Switching off water softening system

Rinse Aid

Adding rinse aid

Setting the amount of rinse aid used

Switching off rinse aid refill indicator

Loading the Dishwasher

Dishware material

Glass and silverware damage

Loading the racks

Recommended loading pattern

Loading the silverware basket*

Rack accessories

Unloading the dishwasher

Adjusting the height of the rack

Upper rack with side levers

Removing/Installing upper rack

Detergent

Adding detergent

Combination detergent

Dishwasher Cycles

Dishwasher Cycle Options

Intensive Zone

Power

Wash Cycle Information

Operating the Dishwasher

Protection against unintentional operation

Operating the touch buttons

Opening the door

Changing the settings

AquaSensor

Time display

Sensor setting

extraDry

Eco forecast

Auto Power Off

infoLight

Changing start wash cycle

Tone volume

Button volume

Child-proof lock

Greeting

Factory setting

Switching the appliance on

Delay start time

Wash cycle end

Switching off the appliance

Interrupting the wash cycle

Terminating the wash cycle

Changing the wash cycle

Care and Maintenance

Overall condition of the dishwasher

Special salt and rinse aid

Filters

Spray arms

Drain pump

Preparing your unit for vacation

Winterizing your unit

Troubleshooting

Error message

Fault table

Summary of Contents for DF 250

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Page 3: ...sket 20 Rack accessories 21 Unloading the dishwasher 23 Adjusting the height of the rack 23 Upper rack with side levers 24 Removing Installing upper rack 24 Detergent 25 Adding detergent 25 Combination detergent 25 Dishwasher Cycles 27 0 Dishwasher Cycle Options 28 Intensive Zone 28 Power 28 Wash Cycle Information 28 1 Operating the Dishwasher 29 Protection against unintentional operation 29 Opera...

Page 4: ...of Warranty Product 44 Warranty Exclusions 44 How to Obtain Warranty Service 45 Installation and connection 45 Parts included 45 Safety instructions 45 Delivery 45 Technical specifications 46 Installation 46 Drain connection 46 Water supply connection 47 Hot water connection 47 Electrical connection 48 Removing the appliance 48 Transporting the appliance 48 Securing the appliance against frost 48 ...

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Page 6: ... a result of non observance of this warning 9 CAUTION This indicates that minor or moderate injuries may occur as a result of non observance of this warning NOTICE This indicates that damage to the appliance or property may occur as a result of non compliance with this advisory Note This alerts you to important information and or tips ...

Page 7: ...xplained in the following pages 9 WARNING Risk of injury Severe injury and or product damage could result from the use of unauthorized service technicians or non original replacement parts All repairs must be performed by an authorized service technician using only original equipment factory replacement parts 9 WARNING Risk of electrical shock or fire Electrical shock or fire could result if the e...

Page 8: ...the appliance is properly grounded Safe Operation Use this dishwasher only for its intended function which is the washing of household dishware and kitchenware rated as dishwasher safe Use only detergents or rinsing agents recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of the reach of children 9 CAUTION When loading items to be washed Locate sharp items so they are not likely to damage the ...

Page 9: ...nutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is explosive do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Remove the dishwasher door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher for service or discarding To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher To avoid dishwasher damage do not allow water to ...

Page 10: ...tal or plastic or abrasive cloths paper towels to clean your dishwashers exterior door panel Your dishwasher s exterior door panel can be damaged by doing so To avoid dishwasher damage do not load the dishwasher with paper products plastic bags packing materials or anything other than normal dishwasher safe dishware and kitchenware Protect your dishwasher from the elements Protect against freezing...

Page 11: ... Getting Started en us Getting Started GettingStartedAppliance overview The numbers stated below refer to the overview images on the previous page of this manual 67 57 UHVHW VHF VHF K PLQ UHVHW VHF VHF W ...

Page 12: ... the top Scroll with Set with Leave with t 3 sec 4 Keep pressing button until the time setting is indicated on the display window at the top 5 Make the setting with setting buttons X If the selection buttons X are held down the set values are changed in 10 minute increments 6 Press and hold the Info button 8 for 3 seconds The selected setting has now been stored Note If the appliance was disconnec...

Page 13: ...ange the setting as follows 1 Keep pressing button until the required setting is displayed 2 Make the selection with setting buttons X 3 Press and hold the Info button 8 for 3 seconds The selected setting has now been stored Settings Switching on the appliance for the first time Factory setting Infotext by pressing Info button Language American English Language selection Time format 24h 12h or 24h...

Page 14: ...nguage selection Water hardness E 0 Setting water hardness When using Multitabs select the lowest setting Rinse aid disp Level 5 Amount of rinse aid affects drying When using Multitabs select setting 0 Sensor setting Standard Adjustment of soiling detection for optimum cleaning result Extra dry Off Improved drying for glasses and plasticware Eco forecast Off Show the water and energy consumption A...

Page 15: ...t Sample test strip Adjusting the water softening system The amount of salt dispensed can be set from 0 to 62 E Salt is not required at the set value 0 8 Set the softening system as follows 1 Ask your local water utility company for the water hardness value of the tap water 2 Required setting can be found in the water hardness table 3 Open the door 4 Switch on ON OFF switch 5 Press Info button 8 f...

Page 16: ...must be used Switching off low salt indicator water softening system Switchingoffwatersofteningsystem If the use of combined detergents with a salt component impairs the low salt indicator P on the control panel or the text on the display window at the top enough salt for x rinse cycles the displays can be switched off Proceed as described under Setting water softening system and set the value to ...

Page 17: ...n 8 for 3 seconds until the following text is indicated on the display window at the top Scroll with Set with Leave with t 3 sec 4 Keep pressing button until the rinse aid dispenser is indicated on the display window at the top 5 Make the selection with setting buttons X 6 Press and hold the Info button 8 for 3 seconds The chosen setting has now been stored Note Do not change the amount of rinse a...

Page 18: ...ls or anything other than normal dishwasher safe dishware and kitchenware Loading the upper rack Ensure items do not protrude through the bottom of the racks and block the spray arms Note When pushing the upper rack 12 into the dishwasher push it until it stops against the back of the tub so the upper rack spray arm 1 connects to the water supply at the back of the tub Do not push racks in using t...

Page 19: ... tall baking sheets Load these items on the right side of the dishwasher Recommended loading pattern Note Folding the cup shelves down will allow the cups to sit at an increased angle and reduce water pooling on cup bottoms Lower rack 12 place setting Upper rack 12 place setting Third rack 12 place setting Lower rack 10 place setting Upper rack 10 place setting ...

Page 20: ...be sure they do not nest together 9 WARNING Risk of injury The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injury Load knives and other sharp utensils with edges down Do not allow children to handle or play near knives and sharp utensils optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher Suggested loading patterns 1 Salad fork 2 Teaspoon 3 Dinner...

Page 21: ...vide room for wider handles optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher Cup shelves The cup shelves and the space underneath can be used for small cups and glasses or for larger items of silverware such as wooden spoons or serving spoons or forks If you do not require the cup shelf it can be folded up Adjust the height of the cup shelves as follows 1 Position the cup she...

Page 22: ... well as large plates gourmet plates pasta plates dinner plates can be cleaned with this spray head Insert the spray head as follows 1 Remove upper rack 12 2 Insert spray head as illustrated and turn to the right Spray head is engaged Notes Keep the vent hole on the tub s left side clear by placing tall items such as plastic cutting boards and tall baking sheets on the lower rack s right side or c...

Page 23: ...large plates up to a diameter of 12 2 in 13 4 in 31 34 cm in the lower basket 1j as illustrated optional feature which may or may not be included with your dishwasher With third rack Upper rack Lower rack Setting 1 max ø 8 6 in 22 cm 12 2 in 31 cm Setting 2 max ø 9 6 in 24 5 cm 10 8 in 27 5 cm Setting 3 max ø 10 6 in 27 cm 9 8 in 25 cm With third rack Upper rack Lower rack Setting 1 max ø 6 3 in 1...

Page 24: ...t on the outside of the rack The upper rack lowers 4 To lift the upper rack grip the sides of the upper rack along the upper edge and lift 5 Ensure that both sides of the upper rack are at the same height 6 Push in upper rack Removing Installing upper rack Upper rack with upper and lower pairs of rollers 1 Pull out upper rack 12 2 Remove upper rack 3 Re attach upper rack to the upper Setting 3 or ...

Page 25: ... Usually 1 to 1 tablespoons 20 ml 25 ml are adequate for normal soiling If using tablets one tablet is adequate 4 Close cover on the detergent dispenser Cover clicks into position The detergent dispenser opens automatically at the optimum time depending on the wash cycle The powder or liquid detergent is distributed in the appliance and is dissolved the detergent tab falls into the detergent tab t...

Page 26: ...sing of a detergent tab is adequate for the Intensive wash cycle for some models When using washing powder you can apply some of this cleaning agent to the inside of the appliance s door Even if the rinse aid and or salt refill indicator is lit the rinse cycle will run correctly with combined detergents If using detergents in a water soluble protective cover Take hold of the cover with dry hands o...

Page 27: ...O Wash 130 150 F This cycle is appropriate for mixed loads It is optimised according to the soiling with the aid of sensors all Regular see note at bottom of table Recommended for daily regular or typical use to completely wash a full load of normally soiled dishes all Note In order to obtain optimal performance with minimum energy consumption it is recommended to disable all available options and...

Page 28: ...20 F 49 C your dishwasher s cycle times may be impacted Note Only sanitizing cycles have been designed to meet the requirements of Section 6 of the NSF ANSI Standard for Residential Equipment for soil removal and sanitization efficacy There is no intention either directly or indirectly to imply that all cycles have passed sanitization performance tests AUTO Wash 130 150 F AUTO 150 160 F Regular Qu...

Page 29: ...hands when touching the buttons To clean the touch buttons wipe them with a dry or slightly damp cloth Opening the door To open the door press the upper middle part of the door The appliance opens automatically Changing the settings The dishwasher has been preset with certain settings for your convenience You can change these factory settings Change the setting as follows 1 Open the door 2 Switch ...

Page 30: ...er temperature which improves the drying result The cycle time may increase slightly Caution if utensils are delicate You can switch the extraDry function on or off Eco forecast When Eco forecast is activated the average water and energy consumption of the selected wash cycle is briefly displayed in the digital display AutoPowerOff Switching off automatically after the end of the wash cycle AutoPo...

Page 31: ...ssing the Start button the operation will be paused Press the Start button again and close the appliance door Delay start time You can delay the start of the wash cycle by up to 24 hours Depending on the setting of the time display the end of cycle is indicated with Finish in for example 3h 25m or Finish at for example 15 20 hours 1 Open the door 2 Switch on ON OFF switch 3 Select wash cycle 0 4 P...

Page 32: ...en close 1 Open the door 2 Switch off ON OFF switch The LEDs go out The wash cycle is saved 3 To continue the wash cycle switch on the ON OFF switch again 4 Close the door Note Your dishwasher is protected against unintentional operation If the appliance door remains open for more than 4 seconds after pressing the Start button the operation will be paused Press the Start button again and close the...

Page 33: ...ers Use a stainless steel polish to seal and protect the surface Do not use chlorine based cleaners or wipes Clean the outer edges of the inside door panel regularly to remove debris that may collect from normal loading If spots begin to appear on the stainless steel make sure the rinse agent is full and functioning properly Clean the door seal regularly with a damp cloth to remove food particles ...

Page 34: ... performance To check or clean the filter system 1 After each wash cycle check the filters for residue 2 Unscrew the Large Object Trap as illustrated and remove the entire filter system 3 Remove any residue and clean filters by rinsing under running water Note do not use abrasive brushes or steel wool etc as they may damage the filter 4 Reinstall the filter system in reverse sequence and lock into...

Page 35: ...eign objects 7 Place pump cover in the original position 2 and press down until it engages 3 8 Place cover in the original position press down and engage 9 Reinstall filters 10 Re insert racks Note The drain pump will not work properly if drain pump cover is not snapped in completely until it click Preparing your unit for vacation NOTICE Before leaving for vacation during warmer weather besides tu...

Page 36: ...washer Fault Cause Remedial action Error code is lit Supply hose kinked Install supply hose without kinks Tap turned off Turn on the tap Tap jammed or calcified Turn on the tap Flow rate must be min 10 l min when water supply is open Filter in the water supply blocked Switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug Turn off the tap Unscrew water connection Clean filter in the supply hose Scre...

Page 37: ...s blocked Clean filters and area underneath Wash cycle has not ended yet Wait until wash cycle ends or reset Dishes not dry No or too little rinse aid in the dispenser Refill rinse aid Wash cycle selected without drying Select wash cycle with drying Water collecting in depressions on the dishes and silverware Arrange dishes in a sloping position arrange affected dishes as sloping as possible The c...

Page 38: ...vity of the sensors Dishes precleaned too intensely sensors therefore decide on weak wash cycle sequence Stubborn soiling cannot be completely removed Do not prerinse dishes Remove only large food soils Increase sensitivity of the sensors Recommended wash cycle Regular or Intensive Tall narrow containers in corner areas are not rinsed adequately Do not place hollow containers too obliquely and do ...

Page 39: ...ing setting Washable or water soluble coatings in the container or on the door Detergent substances are deposited These coatings cannot usually be removed with chemicals appliance cleaner Change detergent brand Clean appliance mechanically If there is a white coating on the container floor the water softening system has been set very low Increase softening setting and change detergent if required ...

Page 40: ...ed during the service life of the dishwasher Discoloration is normal and will not impair the function of the dishwasher Plastic parts discolored Too low rinsing temperature Select wash cycle with higher washing temperature Dishes precleaned too intensely sensors therefore decide on weak wash cycle sequence Stubborn soiling cannot be completely removed Do not prerinse dishes Remove only large food ...

Page 41: ... Door may not be properly latched Press the main power switch to turn unit on Unit may not be turned on Shut door completely Delay start may be engaged To reset refer to Delay start section in this manual Child lock is activated Deactivate the child lock Refer to Child Lock section in this manual if applicable The door may have been closed without first selecting a cycle Select a cycle and close t...

Page 42: ...te freely The detergent dispenser was damp when filled Pour detergent into the dry detergent dispenser only Appliance stops in the wash cycle or wash cycle is interrupted Door not closed properly Close the door Do not place dishes or fragrance dispenser in the detergent tab tray Upper rack presses against the door and prevents door from being closed securely Check whether rear panel is being press...

Page 43: ...rst using purchaser provided that the Product was purchased for your normal household non commercial use and has in fact at all times only been used for normal household purposes new at retail not a display as is or previously returned model and not for resale or commercial use and within the United States or Canada and has at all times remained within the country of original purchase The warranti...

Page 44: ... miles from an authorized service provider or is reasonably inaccessible hazardous threatening or treacherous locale surroundings or environment in any such event if you request Gaggenau would still pay for labor and parts and ship the parts to the nearest authorized service provider but you would still be fully liable and responsible for any travel time or other special charges by the service com...

Page 45: ...ERWISE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE No attempt to alter modify or amend this warranty shall be effec...

Page 46: ...nd in the installation instructions Level the appliance with the aid of the height adjustable feet Ensure that the appliance is situated securely on the floor A built under or integrated appliance which is installed subsequently as a free standing appliance must be secured to prevent it from overturning e g by screwing it to the wall or by installing it under a continuous worktop which is screwed ...

Page 47: ...le means and from a suitable installation e g solar heating system with circulation line This will save energy and time The Hot water setting allows you to adjust your dishwasher optimally to operation with hot water It is recommended to have a water temperature temperature of the incoming water of at least 104 F 40 C and no more than 140 F 60 C It is not recommended to connect the appliance to ho...

Page 48: ... 2 Turn off the tap 3 Undo the drain water and water supply connection 4 Loosen fastening screws for the cabinet parts 5 If fitted remove the base panel 6 Pull out the appliance carefully pulling the hose behind Transporting the appliance Empty the dishwasher and secure loose parts Drain the appliance according to the following steps 1 Turn on the tap 2 Open the door 3 Switch on ON OFF button 4 Se...

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