Switch off the mains switch 1 . The set value is stored in the appliance. Approx. 4 litres of water are required for regenerating the water softening system. The overall water consumption per load can therefore be increased by between 0 and a maximum of 4 litres according to the water hardness setting. dh fH Clarke mmol/ l A B Reset C 0–6 0–11 0–8 0–1,1 0 7–16 12–29 9–20 1,2–2,9 1 17–21 30–37 21–26 3,0–3,7 2 22–35 38–60 27–44 3,8–6,2 3 en Filling the special salt container How the salt works While washing is taking place, salt is automatically rinsed out of the salt container into the water softener where it dissolves the lime in the water. The dissolved lime is pumped out of the dishwasher. The water softening system is then ready for the next load. This process of regeneration can only function when the salt is dissolved in water. Unscrew the lid on the salt container 24 . Before you use the dishwasher for the first time, pour approx. 1 litre of water into the salt container. Tip in enough salt to fill the container to the top (maximum of 1.5 kg). Use the salt filler supplied with the dishwasher. As you tip in salt, some of the water is displaced and drains away. So adding salt should always be done immediately before starting the dishwasher. This way, any excess salt solution will be immediately thinned and washed away. Afterwards, clean all residual salt away from the filling area and close the container. If the container has a srew cap, make sure you do not cross–thread the cap. * on applicable models The LOW SALT indicator 4 on the front panel will light up initially but will extinguish again after a short period when the salt solution has become sufficiently concentrated. If the switch is set to ”0”, it is not necessary to add any salt, as none is consumed while the dishwasher is operating. If the switch is set between ”1” and ”4”, then salt must be added. Do not pour detergent into the container for special salt. This would destroy the water softener. LOW SALT indicator Salt should be added as soon as the LOW SALT indicator 4 in the fascia panel illuminates. For models that do not have an indicator in the fascia panel, salt should be added as soon as the coloured dot in the lid on the salt container 24 is no longer visible. en Filling the rinse-aid container The purpose of a rinse-aid is to prevent the formation of water marks on tableware and utensils, and to ensure that glasses are clean and sparkling. The rinse-aid is consumed during the washing process. Fold back the lid on the rinse-aid container 29 . To open the lid, press the mark on the rinse-aid lid and simultaneously lift the lid off the lug . Pour the rinse-aid into the filler hole until the level indicator turns dark. Close the lid, ensuring that you hear it snap closed. Adjusting the amount of rinse-aid The amount of rinse-aid added to the water can be varied by adjusting the stepless control. The rinse-aid control has been set to ”4” in the factory. Do not alter the setting of the rinse-aid control unless streaks (turn knob towards ”–”) or water marks (turn knob towards ”+”) are left on the dishes. 29 rinse–aid control LOW RINSE–AID indicator As long as the LOW RINSE-AID indicator on the front panel 5 or on the dispenser 29 is dark, there is sufficient rinse-aid in the dishwasher. LOW RINSE-AID indicator Important Use only rinse-aids intended for use in domestic dishwashers. en Not suitable for the dishwasher What you should not put into the dishwasher: Cutlery and tableware manufactured in whole or part from wood. They become faded and unsightly in appearance. Furthermore, the adhesives that are used are not suitable for the temperatures that occur inside the dishwasher. Delicate decorative glassware and vases, special antique or irreplaceable china. The decorative patterns on such items will not be dishwasher-proof. Plastic objects that are not resistant to hot water, copper and pewter utensils are also not suitable. Decorative patterns printed or painted onto the surface of crockery, glasses, etc., aluminium and silver items tend to become discoloured or faded if washed in the dishwasher. Some types of glass can become opaque in appearance after they have been washed many times in a dishwasher. Highly absorbent materials, such as sponges and towels, should never be placed in the dishwater. Our recommendation: In future, only purchase table or kitchenware that has been confirmed as being dishwasher-proof. Important Dishes or cutlery that have been soiled by tobacco ash, wax, lubricating grease or paint, should not be put in the dishwasher. Damage to glassware and other dishes Possible causes: type of glass or manufacturing process chemical composition of detergent water temperature and duration of dishwasher programme. Suggested remedy: Use glassware or porcelain dishes that have been marked ’dishwasher–proof’ by the manufacturer. Use a mild detergent that is described as ’kind to dishes’. If necessary, seek further information from ...

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