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operation
starting a wash cycle
1. Ensure the unit is connected to the mains power and the water supply is fully opened (water
pressure between 0.04 MPa and 1.00 MPa).
2. Open the door. Pull out the lower and upper baskets, load the dishes and push the baskets
back. It is recommended that the lower basket is loaded first, and then the upper basket.
3. Pour in the detergent or place the detergent tablet in the detergent compartment and close firmly
afterwards.
4. Press the button.
5. Press the
P
button to select the wash cycle programme based on the loading and soil
requirements. Please refer to the section
Wash Cycle Table
.
6. The programme indicator will light up for the selected programme. You can also select other
functions together with the main programme by pressing the
OPT
button.
7. Close the door. A click should be heard when the door is closed correctly. Do not slam the door.
The dishwasher will start.
changing a programme
To change the programme if the washing cycle has already started, follow the steps below.
1. Open the door slightly to avoid water spillage before opening the door fully. Check if the unit has
dispensed the detergent or detergent tablet. This will depend on how long the washing cycle has
been running.
2. If the detergent dispenser lid is opened, we suggest you to allow the wash cycle to complete.
3. If the detergent dispenser lid is still closed, press and hold the
P
button for 3 seconds to select
the required new programme. Press the
OPT
button to select other functions. Close the door.
The unit will start the new washing cycle shortly.
4. The indicators show the state of the dishwasher:
• When the door is opened and the programme indicator is lit, it means the programme is
paused.
• When the door is closed and the indicators are lit, it means the programme is running.
• No light means the unit is on standby.
at the end of a programme
At the end of a programme, the dishwasher will beep.
If you open the dishwasher’s door during the washing cycle and then close it, the
dishwasher will continue the current washing programme.
The condensation strip helps to prevent the risk of steam damage to the worktop edging
above the dishwasher, it is advisable to leave the door closed until you are ready to unload
the crockery. However, you can also open the dishwasher door fully and wait until the
dishes and crockery are cool enough to unload. Do not leave the door only partially open.
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