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Troubleshooting

Whenever the appliance fails to work properly, check for a solution from the following list before calling for Assistance

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Problem:

Possible causes / Solutions:

The dishwasher does not start 

or cannot be controlled.

• The water supply tap is not turned on.

• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, switch it back on after approximately 

one minute and reset the wash cycle. 

• The appliance has not been plugged in properly or another electricity socket should be used.

• The dishwasher door has not been closed properly. 

The door won’t close.

• Make sure that the racks were inserted all the way.

• The lock was released. Strongly push the door until a “clacking” noise is heard.

No water drain out of the 

dishwasher.

• The wash cycle has not finished yet.

• The water drain hose is bent 

(see Installation).

• The drain duct is clogged up.

• The filter is clogged up with food residues. 

• Check the height of the drain hose.

The dishwasher makes 

excessive noise.

• The dishes are rattling against each other or against the spray arms. Place the dishes 

properly and make sure the spray arms can rotate freely.

• Too much foam: the detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use 

in dishwashers. 

(See Detergent and dishwasher use.)

 Do not prewash the dishes by hand.

The dishes and glasses are 

covered in a white film or 

limescale deposits.

• No refined salt.

• Water hardness adjustment is not suitable: increase the relevant values. 

(See Refined Salt 

and Rinse Aid.)

• The salt and rinse-aid dispenser cap has not been closed properly.

• The rinse aid has been used up or the dosage is too low.

The dishes and glasses are 

streaked or have a bluish 

tinge.

• The rinse aid dosage is too high.

The crockery has not been 

dried properly.

• A wash cycle without a drying programme has been selected.

• The rinse aid has been used up. 

(See Refined Salt and Rinse Aid.)

• The rinse aid dispenser setting is not suitable. 

• The crockery is made from non-stick material or plastic; the presence of water drops is 

normal.

The dishes are not clean.

• The crockery has not been arranged properly.

• The spray arms cannot rotate freely, being hindered by the dishes.

• The wash cycle is too gentle 

(see Wash Cycles).

• Too much foam: the detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use 

in dishwashers. 

(See Detergent and dishwasher use.)

 

• The lid on the rinse aid compartment has not been closed correctly. 

• The filter is dirty or clogged up 

(see Care and maintenance.)

• The refined salt level is low 

(See Refined Salt and Rinse Aid.)

• Make sure that the height of the dishes is compatible with the rack adjustment. 

• The holes in the spray arms are clogged up. 

(See Care and maintenance.)

The dishwasher won’t load 

any water. 

It is blocked with flashing lights.

• There is no water in the mains supply or the tap is shut off.

• The water inlet hose is bent 

(see Installation).

• The filters are clogged up: they need cleaning. 

(See Care and maintenance.)

• The drain duct is clogged up: it needs cleaning.

• After checking and cleaning, switch the dishwasher on and off and start a new wash cycle.

• If the problem persists, turn off the water tap, remove the plug and call the Service Centre.

Summary of Contents for FDEF 33121 EXPERIENCE

Page 1: ...s 1 Precautions and advice 2 3 Product Data 3 Installation 4 5 6 Description of the appliance 7 Refined salt and rinse aid 8 Loading the racks 9 10 Detergent and dishwasher use 11 Wash cycles 12 Special wash cycles and options 13 Care and maintenance 14 Troubleshooting 15 Product Guarantee and Repair Information 16 ...

Page 2: ...ce when barefoot When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket Do not pull on the cable The water supply tap must be shut off and the plug should be removed from the electrical socket at the end of every cycle and before cleaning the appliance or carrying out any maintenance work The maximum number of place settings is shown in the product sheet Iftheappliancebreaksdown ...

Page 3: ...14 Energy efficiency class on a scale from A low consumption to D high consumption A Energy consumption per year in kWh 2 265 Energy consumption of the standard cleaning cycle in kWh 0 93 Power consumption of the off mode in W 0 5 Power consumption of the left on mode in W 5 0 Water consumption per year in litres 3 2520 Drying efficacy class on a scale from G low efficacy to A high efficacy A Prog...

Page 4: ...ater inlet and outlet hoses may be positioned towards the right or the left in order to achieve the best possible installation Make sure the dishwasher does not bend or squash the hoses Connecting the water inlet hose To a 3 4 gas cold or hot water connection point max 60 C Run the water until it is perfectly clear Screw the inlet hose tightly into position and turn off the tap If the inlet hose i...

Page 5: ...ould be used If you lose the fuse cover a replacement may be obtained from your local authorised Service Centre or Electrical company Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug DO NOT use the plug unless the fuse cover is fitted Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket To avoid a shock hazard DO NOT insert the ...

Page 6: ...colour and may have a flashing or fixed light depending on the dishwasher model The display provides useful information concerning the type of wash cycle wash cycle phase remaining time temperature etc Switching the appliance on for the first time Advice regarding the first wash cycle After the installation remove the stoppers from the racks and the retaining elastic elements from the upper rack i...

Page 7: ...bs Washing and Drying indicator lights Tap Shut Off indicator light Delayed Start option indicator light Remaining Time indicator Short Time option indicator light Wash cycle indicator lights Start Pause button and indicator lights On Off Reset button and indicator light Extra Drying option button Zone Wash option button Delayed Start option buttons Multi functional Tablets option button Tabs Disp...

Page 8: ...beep Switch it on using the On Off button The display shows the current selection level number and the salt indicator light Press button ECO to select the desired hardness level see Hardness Table Switch it off using the On Off button Setting is complete Even if using multi functional tablets the salt dispenser should still be filled Measuring out the rinse aid Rinse aid makes dish DRYING easier T...

Page 9: ...ter loading the appliance make sure that the spray arms can rotate freely Lower rack The lower rack can hold pans lids dishes salad bowls cutlery etc Large plates and lids should be placed at the sides of the rack Very soiled dishes and pans should be placed in the lower rack because in this sector the water sprays are stronger and allow a higher washing performance Several dishwasher models are f...

Page 10: ...he washing process Some types of glass e g crystal objects can become opaque after a number of wash cycles too Damage to glass and crockery Caused by Type of glass and glass production process Chemical composition of detergent Water temperature of rinse cycle Tips Only use glasses and porcelain guaranteed by the manufacturer as dishwasher safe Use a delicate detergent suitable for crockery Collect...

Page 11: ...o change the wash cycle Accidental interruptions If the door is opened during the wash cycle or there is a power cut the cycle stops It starts again from the point at which it was interrupted once the door has been shut or the electricity supply is restored Only available in selected models Detergent and dishwasher use Measuring out the detergent Good washing results also depend on the correct amo...

Page 12: ... and options may vary depending on the dishwasher model 1 The ECO wash cycle is the standard cycle to which the energy label data refers It can be used to wash crockery with a normal soil level and is the most efficient cycle in terms of energy and water consumption for this type of crockery 29 gr ml 6 gr ml 1 Tab Quantity of pre washing detergent 2 Heavily soiled dishes and pans not to be used fo...

Page 13: ...tional tablets press the MULTI FUNCTIONAL TABLETS button the corresponding symbol indicator light will light up If the button is pressed again the option will be deselected The Multi functional tablets option results in a longer wash cycle Special wash cycles and Options Notes Optimum performance levels when using the Fast wash and Express 30 cycles can be achieved by respecting the specified numb...

Page 14: ...d of time let the water run to make sure it is clear and free of impurities before performing the necessary connections If this precaution is not taken the water inlet could become blocked and damage the dishwasher Clean the water inlet filter at the tap outlet regularly Turn off the water tap Unscrew the end of the water inlet hose remove the filter and clean it carefully under running water Re p...

Page 15: ...fined Salt and Rinse Aid The salt and rinse aid dispenser cap has not been closed properly The rinse aid has been used up or the dosage is too low The dishes and glasses are streaked or have a bluish tinge The rinse aid dosage is too high The crockery has not been dried properly A wash cycle without a drying programme has been selected The rinse aid has been used up See Refined Salt and Rinse Aid ...

Page 16: ... Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper in stallation Replacement of any consumable item or accesso ry These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BE...

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