OPERATION
F-18DP
Before operating the machine, ensure that the electrical
power, water supply and drain connections have been made as
per the installation instructions. Ensure that the overflow pipe
is correctly set in its place (inside the wash tank). The overflow
pipe should never be forced into its position.
Familiarize yourself with the gauges, buttons and indicator
lights on the control panel. Check that there is sufficient rinse
additive and if your machine is equipped with a liquid
detergent pump, confirm that there is sufficient detergent as
well.
• Press the Square Green Power Button
¬
. The Power Indicator
Light
-
will illuminate (as well as the Digital Temperature
Gauges
®
¯
, if so equipped). If the wash tank is empty, the
machine will start to fill. Always keep the door closed during
this time. When the machine has filled to its required water
level, the elements will then raise the rinse and wash water
temperatures automatically. It will take approximately 15-20
minutes in order to obtain the optimum temperatures (185°F in the booster and 140°F in the wash tank). The Ready
Indicator Light
°
will illuminate to indicate that the machine is ready for its first load.
• Fill the basket with dishware and trays then push the basket into the machine. If you are using a powder detergent, add
the required amount (usually about one full tablespoon) in the wash tank and close the door. If you are using liquid
detergent with a chemical pump system (optional) detergent will be added automatically. DO NOT use domestic dish
soap.
NOTE:
Whenever starting with the initial fresh water after fill-
up, it is recommended to place 1 -2 full tablespoonfuls of
detergent (if you are using powder detergent) on the filters in
addition to the regular amount per batch. Use a
commercial
dish
detergent, as recommended by your supplier. Using too much
may cause damage to the pump seals.
• It is more economical to wash when the basket is fully loaded.
It is also important not to overload the basket. Water should
always be able to spray freely around the dishware and trays.
• Press the round black Cycle Start Button
±
. The Cycle
Indicator Light
²
will illuminate. The cycle starts and consists of
a wash, a brief pause and then a rinse. Another basket can be
filled while the first one is being washed. The Cycle Indicator
Light
²
will extinguish to signal the end of the cycle. Remove the basket from the machine.