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10.4 Switching off the water softening sys-

tem

If you do not need to use the water softening system, e.g.

you already have a whole house water softening system,

you can turn the system off.

Note

To avoid damage to the appliance, only switch off the

water softening system in the following cases:

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The water hardness is max. 26 °E and you are using

combined detergents with salt replacement substances.

According to manufacturers, combined detergents with

salt replacement substances can generally only be used

up to a water hardness of 26 °E without adding special

salt.

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The water hardness is 0 - 8 °E. You can omit special

salt.

1.

Press 

⁠.

2.

To open the basic settings, press   for approx. 3 sec-

onds.

3.

Press   repeatedly until the display shows "Water hard-

ness".

4.

Press   or   repeatedly until the display shows 0 - 8.

5.

To save the settings, press   for approx. 3 seconds.

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The water softening system is switched off and the salt

refill indicator is deactivated.

Rinse aid system

11 Rinse aid system

Rinse aid system

You can use the rinse aid system and rinse aid to get dish-

ware and glasses rinsed perfectly without spots.

11.1 Rinse aid

For optimum drying results, use rinse aid.

Only use rinse aid intended for household dishwashers.

Adding rinse aid

If the display shows "Please add rinse aid. ", add rinse aid.

Only use rinse aid intended for household dishwashers.

1.

Press the catch on the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid

 and lift  ⁠.

1

2

2.

Add rinse aid up to the max mark.

max

3.

If rinse aid spills out, remove it from the tub.
Spilled rinse aid can cause excessive frothing during

the wash cycle.

4.

Close the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid.

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The lid clicks into position.

11.2 Setting the amount of rinse aid

If there are streaks or water spots on dishware, change

the amount of rinse aid.

1.

Press 

⁠.

2.

To open the basic settings, press   for approx. 3 sec-

onds.

3.

Press   repeatedly until the display shows "Rinse aid

disp.".

4.

Press   or   repeatedly until the right amount of rinse

aid has been set.
– A low setting adds less rinse aid during the wash cy-

cle and reduces streaking on dishware.

– A higher setting adds more rinse aid during the wash

cycle, reduces water spots and improves the drying

result.

5.

To save the settings, press   for approx. 3 seconds.

11.3 Switching the rinse aid system off

If you choose not to use rinse aid, you can turn the rinse

aid system off.

Tip: 

Rinse aid within a combination detergent has limited

effectiveness. You will generally get better results using a

separate rinse aid.

1.

Press 

⁠.

2.

To open the basic settings, press   for approx. 3 sec-

onds.

3.

Press   repeatedly until the display shows "Rinse aid

disp.".

4.

Press   or   repeatedly until the display shows 0.

5.

To save the settings, press   for approx. 3 seconds.

a

The rinse aid system is switched off and the rinse aid

refill indicator is deactivated.

Summary of Contents for DF480700

Page 1: ...en us User manual DF480700 Dishwasher Gaggenau...

Page 2: ...24 12 4 Adding Detergent 24 12 5 Detergent table 25 13 Dishware 25 13 1 Damage to glass and dishware 25 13 2 Loading dishware 25 13 3 Removing dishware 26 13 4 Loading patterns 26 14 Basic Operation 2...

Page 3: ...22 2 How Long the Warranty Lasts 43 22 3 Extended Warranty 43 22 4 Repair Replace as Your Exclusive Remedy 44 22 5 Out of Warranty Product 44 22 6 Warranty Exclusions 44 22 7 Obtaining Warranty Servic...

Page 4: ...paces in a resi dential environment Up to an altitude of max 8 200 ft 2500 m above sea level 1 4 Restrictive Use This appliance is not intended for use by persons includ ing children with reduced phys...

Page 5: ...our appliance observe the following Follow the safety instructions and directions for use on the detergent and rinse aid product labels Do not use harsh chemicals such as bleach based products to clea...

Page 6: ...1 9 Safety systems Protect children from possible hazards resulting from the appliance The appliance is equipped with a Childproof lock Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRU...

Page 7: ...protection and energy saving 4 Environmental protection and en ergy saving Environmental protection and energy saving 4 1 Saving energy If you follow these instructions your appliance will use less p...

Page 8: ...strength for effective removal of food rem nants even with low soiling levels Energy and water consumption are adjusted accordingly Very sensitive Adjusts the program strength for difficult conditions...

Page 9: ...ou can find an overview of the parts of your appliance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 Rating plate Rating plate with E number and FD number Page 42 You will need this data to contact Custo...

Page 10: ...r into the tab collecting tray where they can dissolve fully 12 Intake opening of the Zeolith container The intake opening is required for Zeolith drying Page 7 13 Upper spray arm The upper spray arm...

Page 11: ...appliance 7 WLAN display Home Connect Page 30 8 Electronic delay time Setting the electronic delay time Page 28 9 Remote Start 10 Cycle buttons and options Cycles Options 11 Start button Starting the...

Page 12: ...ightly dried on Sensor controlled Optimized by sensors depending on the soiling of the rinsing water 1 1 45 2 15 2 0 720 0 800 3 3 4 5 4 Note The displayed cycle time indicates an average value Eco Di...

Page 13: ...Press 2 Press the right cycle button 3 Press the button for the relevant options 4 Press Personalization Function button for 3 seconds a The selected cycle and option will flash a The Personalization...

Page 14: ...just the shelf height of the upper rack 1 Pull out the upper rack 2 To prevent the rack from suddenly dropping down hold the side of the rack by the top edge 3 Press in the right and left hand levers...

Page 15: ...r locking hooks of the guide rails 4 Lower the rack and press the front detent pins into the notches a The rack clicks into position 5 Slide the rack into the appliance 1 2 3 8 2 Lower rack Arrange pa...

Page 16: ...s are not nestled together and with the sharp points down WARNING The sharp points and edges of knives and other sharp utensils can cause serious injury Load knives and other sharp utensils with edges...

Page 17: ...wer forward out of the catches 3 Lower the silverware drawer and pull out 4 Slide the guide rails into the appliance Installing the silverware drawer 1 Pull the guide rails of the silverware drawer ou...

Page 18: ...o not need the cup shelf you can fold it up 8 6 Flip tines Use the flip tines to position dishware securely e g plates You can fold the tines down to arrange pans bowls and glasses better 1 Folding do...

Page 19: ...Removing the baking sheet spray head If you no longer require the baking sheet spray head re move it from the appliance 1 Turn the baking sheet spray head to the left and remove from the holder 2 Inse...

Page 20: ...hing results for your stemware Loading the stemware basket You can place up to 4 stemware baskets in the lower rack at the same time Requirements The upper rack is set to level 1 The tines in the lowe...

Page 21: ...2 2 max 7 11 3 max 8 10 Before using for the first time 9 Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Apply the settings for the first use 9 1 Initial use Before the first use or a...

Page 22: ...ng system Set the water hardness on your appliance 1 Determine the water hardness and the appropriate set ting value Overview of water hardness settings Page 22 2 Press 3 To open the basic settings pr...

Page 23: ...se aid Only use rinse aid intended for household dishwashers 1 Press the catch on the lid of the dispenser for rinse aid and lift 1 2 2 Add rinse aid up to the max mark max 3 If rinse aid spills out r...

Page 24: ...thing and damage the appliance Detergent containing chlo rine This may leave chlorine residue on dishware 12 3 Information on Detergent Follow the instructions on detergents in everyday use Detergents...

Page 25: ...dishwashers by the manufacturer Cause Recommendation Plastic dishware not re sistant to heat Dishware made from copper or tin Dishware soiled with ash wax lubricating grease or paint Very small items...

Page 26: ...down Position containers with the openings facing down so no water can collect in them Do not block the spray arms make sure that they can turn freely Do not place small parts in the collecting tray...

Page 27: ...is active Opening the door during a wash cycle 1 Press 2 Close the door a The wash cycle will resume 14 2 Opening the appliance door 1 If the electric childproof lock is not activated press on the upp...

Page 28: ...ss if you can can cel it first Terminating the wash cycle Page 28 To save energy the appliance switches off automati cally 10 minutes after the end of the wash cycle If you open the appliance door imm...

Page 29: ...lecting the wash cycle the average water and en ergy consumption is briefly shown on the display Emotion Light off On via main switch1 On when opening door Switch the interior lighting of the applianc...

Page 30: ...Home Connect you must first set up the connection to the WLAN home network Wi Fi 1 and to the Home Connect app Connecting appliance to the WLAN home network Wi Fi Page 30 The Home Connect app will gui...

Page 31: ...ted to the Internet your appliance will transmit the following types of data to the Home Connect server initial registration Unique appliance identification consisting of appliance codes as well as th...

Page 32: ...rforming Machine Care every 2 months Run Machine Care Run the Machine Care program if the indicator for Ma chine Care lights up on the control panel or if advised to do so by the display Notes Run the...

Page 33: ...he coarse filter click into position 7 Insert the filter system into the appliance and turn the coarse filter clockwise Make sure that the arrow markings match up 17 6 Cleaning the spray arms Limescal...

Page 34: ...justed Adjust the appliance door as described in the installation instructions Appliance door opens accidently Automatic door opening activated accidently To prevent the appliance door opening acciden...

Page 35: ...wastewater pump is loose Secure the cover of the Wastewater pump Page 40 so it clicks into position E 6102 lights up Wastewater pump is blocked Clean the wastewater pump Clean wastewater pump Page 40...

Page 36: ...lverware 1 Arrange silverware individually where possible Page 25 2 Avoid points of contact Appliance interior still wet after wash cycle Not an error Condensation drying creates water droplets in the...

Page 37: ...avoidable due to the laws of physics Wa ter spots are visible after drying Select a more intensive program Position dishware at an angle Loading dishware Page 25 Use rinse aid Rinse aid Page 23 Set th...

Page 38: ...redients of food remnants and tap water limescale soaplike 1 Check the setting of the water softening system 2 Add special salt 3 If you are using combined detergents tabs activate the water softening...

Page 39: ...n to home network is not available Activate the wireless network connection on your router Home Connect cannot be imple mented correctly Home Connect set incorrectly Please consult the documents suppl...

Page 40: ...as been installed properly When closed the appliance door its decor or attached parts should not knock against adjacent cabinets or the worktop Automatic door opening is not in home position Wait for...

Page 41: ...pro fessional service 19 3 Transporting the appliance To avoid damage to the appliance empty it before trans porting Note Always transport the dishwasher upright to prevent residual water getting into...

Page 42: ...a note of your appliance s details and the Cus tomer Service telephone number will enable you to find them again quickly 20 2 AquaStop Pledge In addition to the standard warranty provided by BSH BSH w...

Page 43: ...n the United States or Canada and has at all times remained within the country of original purchase The warranties stated herein apply to the original pur chaser of the product warranted herein and to...

Page 44: ...n tampering failure to follow operating instructions mishandling unauthorized service including selfperformed fixing or exploration of the appliance s internal workings Adjustment alteration or modifi...

Page 45: ...ment of Limited Product Warranty en us 45 22 7 Obtaining Warranty Service GG To obtain warranty service for your product you should contact Gaggenau Customer Support at 1 877 442 4436 to schedule a re...

Page 46: ...Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interferenc...

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