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Instruction Book

- Before use 

- Maintenance 

- Installation

Contents

Before use

2

Setting the water softener

2

Filling with salt

2

Filling with rinse aid and adjusting the dose

3

Use of detergent

3

Hints and tips

4

Maintenance and cleaning

5

Internal cleaning

5

Cleaning the filters

5

External cleaning

5

Prolonged periods of non-operation

5

Frost precautions

5

Moving the machine

5

Something not working

6

Installation

7

Water supply connections

7

Water outlet connection

7

Electrical connection

7

DISHWASHER

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance
be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is
left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant safety
information. 

This information has been provided in the interest of your safety. You MUST read it carefully before installing or using the
appliance. 

Installation

This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when 
moving it. 

It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to 
modify this product in any way. 

Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not 
stand on the electrical supply cable. 

The appliance should not be connected to the electrical 
supply by means of an extension cable.

Any electrical work required to install this appliance should 
be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent 
person.

Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should 
be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.

Child Safety 

This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls 
or play with the product. 

Keep all packaging well away from children. 

Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children's reach. 

During Use 

Items that are contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron 
debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals must not be 
washed in this dishwasher. 

Under no circumstances should you open the door whilst 
the appliance is in operation. Always turn off the appliance 
before opening the door. 

Only use detergent specifically designed for use in 
dishwashers. 

Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a 
potential hazard. 

Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives 
must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket. 

When finishing loading or unloading close the door, as an 
open door can be a hazard. 

Do not sit or stand on the open door. 

Isolate the appliance from the power supply and turn off the
water supply after use. 

Care should be taken when cleaning the bottom door seal 
and hinge area as any exposed metal edges may cut if 
care is not taken. 

This product should be serviced by an authorised Service 
engineer, and only genuine spare parts should be used. 

Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the 
machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced 
persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. 
Contact your local Service Force Centre. 
Always insist on genuine spare parts. 

Conservation 

In the interest of the environment: 

Materials marked with the symbol 

are recyclable. 

Check with your local Council or Environmental Health 
Office to see if there are facilities in your area for re-cycling 
this appliance. 

When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the power 
supply cable and make the door closing device unusable to 
prevent young children from being trapped inside. 

Help to keep your country tidy - use authorised disposal 
sites for your old appliance. 

Important safety information

Summary of Contents for DA 4131

Page 1: ...DISHWASHER DA 4131 Instruction Book 152968 33 1 UK ...

Page 2: ...he appliance 1 Water hardness adjustment 2 Upper basket stop 3 Salt container 4 Detergent dispenser 5 Rinse aid dispenser 6 Control panel 7 Filters 8 Lower spray arm 9 Upper spray arm 10 Upper basket 11 Levelling spacers 12 Worktop IN152 ...

Page 3: ...prevent them from sticking together The upper basket The upper basket is designed for plates dessert plates saucers dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter salad bowls cups and glasses Arrange items on and underneath the cup racks so that water can reach all surfaces Light items plastic bowls etc should be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they do not move Before closing the door ensure ...

Page 4: ...ashing programme in progress Interrupt a washing programme in progress ONLY if it s absolutely necessary Attention Hot steam may escape when the door is opened Open the door carefully To interrupt a washing programme a Open the dishwasher door the programme will stop Close the door the programme will start from the point in which it was interrupted b Press the On Off push button in this case the O...

Page 5: ...binet If the door does not close correctly loosen or tighten the adjustable feet until the machine is perfectly level 820 570 600 450 IN04 Dimensions Width 45 cm Height with worktop 85 cm Height without worktop 82 cm Max depth 63 cm Max depth with open door 115 9 cm Electrical connection Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the Voltage inner edge of the dishwash...

Page 6: ...the fault 4 The model and serial number of the appliance found on the rating plate 5 The purchase date Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in guarantee service calls For Customer Service in Ireland please contact us at the address below Zanussi Electrolux Electrolux Group Irl Ltd Long Mile Road Dublin 12 Republic of Ireland Tel 353 0 1 4090751 Email...

Page 7: ... to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment plus those which are subject to rental agreements Products of Zanussi Electrolux manufacture which are not marketed by Zanussi Electrolux European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee mo...

Page 8: ...argest producer of powered appliances for kitchen cleaning and outdoor use More than 55 million Electrolux Group products such as refrigerators cookers vacuum cleaners chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of approx 14 billion USD in more than 150 countries around the world Electrolux plc 2003 1 06 03 ...

Page 9: ...ld not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product Keep all packaging well away from children Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children s reach During Use Items that are contaminated by petrol paint steel or iron debris corrosive acidic or alkaline chemicals must not be washed in this dishwasher Under no circumstances should you open the door whilst the appliance is i...

Page 10: ...water which may have been spilled remaining on the bottom of the machine which may cause corrosion To fill 1 To fill with salt unscrew the cap of the salt container 2 Pour 1 litre of water inside the container this is necessary only before filling with salt for the first time 3 Using the funnel if provided pour in the salt until the container is full Do not worry if water over flows from the unit ...

Page 11: ...very day use As the gel is extra gentle is it recommended for fine bone china If using powder detergents proceed as follows 1 Open the dispenser lid by pulling the catch D 2 Add the detergent according to the recommended quantity given in the Washing programmes chart see Instruction Book Part 2 As all detergents are not the same you should also consult the instructions on the packet 3 Always close...

Page 12: ... wooden or horn handles or glued parts bronze cutlery saucepans with wooden handles aluminium ware crystal ware leaded glass plastic items antique or fine decorated china Certain types of decoration can discolour when washed in a dishwasher Crystal ware and plastic objects if not guaranteed dishwasher proof should be washed by hand Certain types of glass can also become opaque after being washed s...

Page 13: ...everse order The dishwasher must not be used without filters Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters will produce poor washing results Cleaning the filters is vital to ensure correct operation of the machine External cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth If necessary use only neutral detergents Never use abrasive products scouring p...

Page 14: ...Dishes are rattling against each other refer to Loading your machine The spray arms are knocking against the dishes Refer to Loading your machine The door is difficult to close The dishwasher is not level or not properly built in Visible lime deposits or white film Check that there is salt and that the salt cap is tight on the dishes Check that the right level of the water softener is set The dish...

Page 15: ...se is not bent or squashed as this could prevent or slow down the discharge of water If you use a drain hose extension it must be no longer than 2 metres and its internal diameter must be no smaller than the diameter of the hose provided Likewise the internal diameter of the couplings used for connections to the waste outlet must be no smaller than the diameter of the hose provided The sink plug m...

Page 16: ... 2 03 03 152981 73 2 This appliance complies with the following E E C Directives 73 23 or 19 2 73 Low Voltage Directive and subsequent modifications 89 336 or 3 5 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and subsequent modifications ...

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