Gaggenau DF 460-161, Operating Instructions Manual

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Maintenance and care
A regular inspection and maintenance of your machine
will help to prevent faults. This saves time and prevents
problems.
Overall condition of the machine
Check spray arm for grease and limescale deposits.
If you find such deposits:
Fill detergent dispenser with detergent. Start the
appliance without utensils in the programme with the
highest rinsing temperature.
Clean the appliance with detergents/ appliance
cleaners which are particularly suitable for use with
dishwashers.
Regularly clean door seal with a damp cloth.
Never use a steam cleaner to clean your dishwasher.
The manufacturer is not liable for any consequential
damage.
Regularly wipe the front of the appliance and fascia
with a damp cloth; water and a little washing up liquid
are adequate. Do not use sponges with a rough
surface or abrasive detergents, as these could scratch
the surfaces.
Stainless steel appliances: To prevent corrosion, avoid
using sponge cloths or wash them out thoroughly
several times before using for the first time.
Warning
Never use other chlorinated household detergents!
Health hazard!
Salt and rinse-aid
Check the refill indicators
5
and
6
. If required,
refill salt and/or rinse-aid.
Filters
The filters
29
keep large foreign objects in the rinsing
water away from the pump. These foreign objects may
occasionally block the filters.
The filter system consists of a coarse filter, a flat fine
filter and a microfilter.
After each washing cycle check the filters for
residue.
Unscrew filter cylinder as illustrated and take out
filter system.
Remove any residue and clean filters under running
water.
Re-install filter system in reverse sequence and
ensure that the arrow marks are opposite each other
after closing the filter system.
Spray arms
Limescale and contaminants in the rinsing water may
block nozzles and bearings on the spray arms
23
and
27
.
Check outlet nozzles on the spray arms for
blockages.
Unscrew the upper spray arm
23
.
Remove the lower spray arm
27
upwards.
Clean spray arms under running water.
Re-engage or screw on spray arms.