• Do not use more than the correct
quantity of detergent. Refer to the
instructions on the detergent
packaging.
10.3 Loading the baskets
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• Only use the appliance to wash items
that are dishwasher-safe.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
made of wood, horn, aluminium,
pewter and copper as they could
crack, warp, get discoloured or pitted.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
that can absorb water (sponges,
household cloths).
• Remove remaining food from the
items.
• Make soft the remaining burned food
on the items.
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening down.
• Make sure that cutlery and dishes do
not bond together. Mix spoons with
other cutlery.
• Make sure that glasses do not touch
other glasses.
• Put small items in the cutlery drawer.
• Put light items in the upper basket.
Make sure that the items do not
move.
• Make sure that the spray arm can
move freely before you start a
programme.
10.4 Before starting a
programme
Make sure that:
• The filters are clean and correctly
installed.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is dishwasher rinse aid (unless
you use multi- tablets).
• The position of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is applicable to the
type of load and for the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is
used.
10.5 Unloading the baskets
1. For improved drying results with the
most efficient use of energy select
the AirDry option, otherwise open the
door by approximately 10cm at the
end of the program.
2. Allow the tableware to cool for 30 -
40 minutes.
3. Hot items can be easily damaged,
allow them to cool down before
removing from appliance.
4. First remove items from the lower
basket then the upper basket.
At the end of the program
water can still remain on the
sides and on the door of the
appliance.
11. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before maintenance,
deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Make sure that the
ComfortLift basket is empty
and locked in the raised
position.
Dirty filters and clogged
spray arms negatively affect
the washing results. Check
these elements regularly
and, if necessary, clean
them.
11.1 Internal cleaning
• Clean the appliance interior with a soft
damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products,
abrasive cleaning pads, sharp tools,
strong chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• Wipe clean the door, including the
rubber gasket, once a week.
www.aeg.com
16
