Each depression of the button increases the set value by one (0–3). If buttons A , B and C illuminate, the maximum hardness value has been reached. If the hardness value is now increased again, the illuminated buttons go out and the hardness value is set to 0 (no buttons illuminated). 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 38–62 27–44 3,8–6,2 3 en Filling the salt dispenser Salt must always be filled before the appliance is switched on, so that excess salt solution is immediately flushed away to prevent corrosion. Open the screw-type cap of the compartment 24 . Before using the appliance for the first time, pour about 1 litre of water in the salt container. Then refill with salt (not cooking salt) until the salt container is full (max. 1.5 kg). When you refill the salt, water is being displaced and drains off. Warning 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 6 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. Depending on the washing frequency and the hardness setting, the regeneration salt may not have to be topped up for several months. The LOW SALT indicator 6 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 ”3”, then salt must be added. en Adding rinse aid The rinse aid is required for stain-free utensils and clear glasses. Use only rinse aid for domestic dishwashers. Open the cover on the rinse-aid dispenser 29 . To do this, press the mark (1 ) on the cover and simultaneously lift the cover on the control plate (2 ). Carefully pour in the rinse aid to just below the edge of the filler opening. 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 controller Rinse-aid refill indicator As soon as the rinse-aid refill indicator lights up on the control panel 7 , refill with rinse aid. Close the lid, ensuring that you hear it snap closed. To prevent excessive foam formation during the next rinse cycle, remove any rinse aid which has run over with a cloth. en Utensils Not suitable Cutlery and utensils made of wood. Fragile decorative glasses, hand-crafted and antique utensils. These decorative items are not dishwasher-proof. Plastic parts sensitive to hot water. Copper and tin utensils. Utensils which are soiled with ash, wax, lubricating grease or ink. Absorbent materials such as sponges and cloths. Aluminium and silver parts have a tendency to discolour and fade during the wash cycle. Even some types of glass (e.g. crystal glass objects) may turn cloudy after many wash cycles. Recommendation: In future buy utensils which are identified as dishwasher-proof. 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 detergent manufacturers. Select a programme with as low a temperature and as short a duration as possible. To prevent damage, take glass and cutlery out of the dishwasher as soon as possible after the programme has ended. Loading the dishwasher Remove large food remnants. It is not necessary to rinse them off under running water. When loading the dishwasher, ensure that . all utensils are secure and cannot fall over. . the openings of all receptacles are face down. . curved or indented utensils are at an incline, allowing water to drain. . the two spray arms can rotate freely. Very small items should not be washed in the dishwasher as they could easily fall out of the baskets. Removing the dishes To prevent water dripping from the top basket onto the dishes in the lower basket, we recommend that you empty the lower basket first and then the top basket. Cups and glass...

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