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FIRST TIME USE

SALT, RINSE AID AND DETERGENT

ADVICE REGARDING THE FIRST TIME USE

After installation, remove the stoppers from the racks and the retaining
elastic elements from the upper rack.

FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR

The use of salt prevents the formation of LIMESCALE on the dishes and
on the machine’s functional components.
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It is important that the salt reservoir be never empty (except when
the water hardness is set to - 1 “Soft”).

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It is important to set the water hardness.

The salt reservoir is located in the lower part of the dishwasher

(see

PROGRAMS DESCRIPTION)

and should be filled when the

SALT REFILL

indicator light

in the control panel is lit.

1.Remove the lower rack and unscrew the
reservoir cap (anticlockwise).
2.Position the funnel

(see figure)

and fill the salt

reservoir right up to its edge (approximately 1 kg);
it is not unusual for a little water to leak out.
3.Remove the funnel and wipe any salt residue
away from the opening.

Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly, so that no detergent can get
into the container during the wash program (this could damage the
water softener beyond repair).

Whenever you need to add salt, we recommend carrying out the
procedure before the washing cycle is started.

SETTING THE WATER HARDNESS

To allow the water softener to work in a perfect way, it is essential that
the water hardness setting is based on the actual water hardness in
your house. This information can be obtained from your local water
supplier.
The factory setting is for average (3) water hardness.
1. Switch on the appliance by pressing the

ON/OFF

button.

2. Switch off the appliance by pressing the

ON/OFF

button.

3. Hold down button

START/PAUSE

for 5 seconds, until you hear a

beep.

4. Switch on the appliance by pressing the

ON/OFF

button.

5. The program indicator light of the current set level flashes.
6. Press button

to select the desired hardness level

(see Water

Hardness Table).

7. Switch off the appliance by pressing the

ON/OFF

button.

Setting is complete!
As soon as this procedure is complete, run a program without loading.

Only use salt that has been specifically designed for dishwashers.

After the salt has been poured into the machine, the SALT REFILL
indicator light switches off.

If the salt container is not filled, the water softener and the heating
element may be damaged as a result

(except when the water

hardness is set to - 1 “Soft”).

FILLING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER

Rinse aid makes dish DRYING easier. The rinse aid dispenser

should

be filled when the

RINSE AID REFILL indicator light

in the control

panel is lit.

1. Open the dispenser

by pressing and pulling up the tab on the lid.

2. Carefully introduce the rinse aid as far as the maximum (110 ml)

reference notch of the filling space - avoid spilling it. If this happens,
clean the spill immediately with a dry cloth.

3. Press the lid down until you hear a click to close it.

NEVER pour the rinse aid directly into the tub.

ADJUSTING THE DOSAGE OF RINSE AID

If you are not completely satisfied with the drying results, you can ad-
just the quantity of rinse aid used.
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Switch the dishwasher on using the

ON/OFF

button.

•

Switch it off using the

ON/OFF

button.

•

Press button

three times - a beep will be heard.

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Switch it on using the

ON/OFF

button.

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The program indicator light of the current set level flashes.

•

Press button

to select the level of rinse aid quantity to be

supplied.

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Switch it off using the

ON/OFF

button

Setting is complete!
If the rinse aid level is set to ZERO (ECO), no rinse aid will be supplied. The
LOW RINSE AID indicator light will not be lit if you run out of rinse aid.
A maximum of 4 levels can be set according to the dishwasher model.
The factory setting is for a medium level.
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If you see bluish streaks on the dishes, set a low number (1-2).

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If there are drops of water or limescale marks on the dishes, set a
high number (3-4).

FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER

To open the detergent dispenser
use the opening device A.
Introduce the detergent into the
dry dispenser B only. Place the
amount of detergent for pre-
washing directly inside the tub.

1.When measuring out the
detergent refer to the (see
PROGRAMS TABLE) to add the
proper quantity. Compartment

comprises a level showing the

maximum quantity of liquid or powder detergent that can be added
to each cycle.

2. Remove detergent residues from the edges of the dispenser and

close the cover until it clicks.

3. Close the lid of the detergent dispenser by pulling it up until the

closing device is secured in place.

The detergent dispenser automatically opens up at the right time
according to the program. If all-in-one detergents are used, we
recommend using the

TABLET

button, because it adjusts the program so

that the best washing and drying results are always achieved.

Water Hardness Table