Amica DIM42E6TBqD, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EN IO DWS 2445 10 2020 1 ONL Y USE THE APPLIANCE WHEN YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DIM42E6TBQD ...

Page 2: ...ste container This marking indicates that the appliance must not be disposed of together with other household waste after it has been used The user is obliged to hand it over to waste collection centre collecting used electrical and electronic goods The collectors includ ing local collection points shops and local authority departments provide recycling schemes Proper handling of used electrical a...

Page 3: ...s enabled our factories to become more environmentally friendly we use less and less water electricity and less waste water and solid waste is gener ated in the production A lot of attention is paid to materials used in production We strive to use only those that do not contain harmful substances and make recycling and safe disposal possible after use WE ARE ENVIRONMENTALL Y FRIENDL Y ...

Page 4: ...a unique design Before using the appliance please carefully read these Operating Instructions Follow these instruction to avoid improper use and ensure long and reliable operation of the appliance Learn the princi ples of the safe use to avoid accidents Store these operating instructions in a safe place to use them for reference whenever needed These Operating Instructions contain all the necessar...

Page 5: ...been prepared for a range of applianc es and some features described herein may not apply to your appliance BASIC INFORMATION The manufacturer hereby declares that this product meets the requirements of the following European directives Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EU Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive 2014 30 EE Eco design Directive2009 125 EU RoHS Directive2011 65 EU and has been marke...

Page 6: ... not be liable for any damage arising from the use of a non grounded appliance Before using the appliance verify that the data given on the rating plate matches that of local power outlets Do not plug in the appliance before and during installation Always use the original plug that came with the appliance Do not use an extension cord to con nect the appliance to the wall outlet Extension cords are...

Page 7: ...familiar with the associated risks Ensure that children do not play with the ap pliance Children should not be allowed to clean or maintain the appliance Children less than 3 years of age shall be kept away unless con tinuously supervised Child safety Do not allow children to play with the appliance Dishwashing detergents can be caustic and irritate the eyes mouth and throat Read the safety notes ...

Page 8: ...ng down or flat on the top basket Daily maintenance Use the appliance for household dishwashing only Do not use solvents in the appli ance as there is a risk of explo sion Do not sit or stand on the open door and do not place any objects on it The device may overturn Do not open the door when the appliance is operating Hot water or steam can be released Do not leave the door open be cause they it ...

Page 9: ...e dishwasher to the capacity indicated by the manufac turer will save energy and water To save energy and water rinse food residue of the dishes before loading the dishes into the dish washer Run the dishwasher with full load Do not put dishes with food leftovers in the appliance Use pre wash programme only when needed Load bowls cups and mugs bottom facing up Do not load in the appliance any dish...

Page 10: ...erature contain ers made of copper or tin Aluminium and silver items may be stained or loose lustre Some delicate types of glass porcelain with decorative prints as prints may fade even after the first wash some crystal dishes as they may lose their transparency glued silverware sensitive to high temperatures lead crystal glass chopping boards items made with synthetic fibres Absorbent objects suc...

Page 11: ...l waste collection Additional information can be ob tained from local authorities and at waste disposal points SCRAPPING OF AN OLD APPLIANCE In accordance with European Directive 2012 19 EU and Pol ish legislation regarding used electrical and electronic goods this appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed out waste container At the end of its useful life this product must not be disposed...

Page 12: ...u will be playing an important part in pro tecting our environment Information about the relevant disposal points for worn out elec trical goods is available from your local authorities Thank you for your contribution to environmental protection To avoid risks prevent the ap pliance pending transport from being used Disconnect the plug and cut the power cord Also damage the door lock ...

Page 13: ...at the appliance stands firmly on the floor if not adjust using the adjustable legs Make sure that domestic water supply system is suitable for the dishwasher It is recommended to install a filter in the water supply line to avoid damage to the appliance due to impurities such as sand clay rust etc that occasionally occur in water This will also prevent accumulation of sedi ment after dishwashing ...

Page 14: ...nd up to 110 cm from the floor min 50cm max 110cm min 50cm max 110cm If the drain hose is longer than 4 m dishes may not be washed properly The manufacturer will not be held responsible ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Grounded plug must be connected to a grounded power outlet with a proper voltage If there is no grounding refer this to a qualified electrician If you operate the appliance without proper grou...

Page 15: ...replaced by authorized service or a qualified electrician Failure to comply with these rules may lead to an accident For safety reasons you should always unplug the appliance after you have finished using it In order not to avoid electric shock do not remove the plug from the wall outlet with wet hands When you unplug the appliance from the wall outlet always pull the plug Never pull the power cor...

Page 16: ...ive purposes only Individual models may vary on selected models When you open the dishwasher door the interior light will turn on automatically The appliance interior is well lit Lower spray arm Filter assembly Inner pipe Salt container Dispenser Cutlery basket Lower basket Upper basket Cutlery rack Cup rack Upper spray arm Top spray arm ...

Page 17: ...ng You can delay the start of washing up to 24 hours One press on this button delays the start of washing by one hour 5 Alt Press the button to select either upper basket or lower basket loaded and the corresponding indicator will light up 6 Warning indicator Rinse aid If the indicator is lit it means the dishwasher is low on dishwasher rinse aid and requires a refill Salt If the indicator is lit ...

Page 18: ...to For lightly normally or heavily soiled crockery with or without dried on food Nightwash Lower noise and normally energy consumption used for washing in evening 8 Function indicator Extra Drying For better drying result It can only be used with Hygiene 1 hour and ECO Energy Save When you have less plates to wash you can choose it It can only be used with Hygiene 1 hour and ECO Express Reduce the...

Page 19: ...age caused by the use of the wrong salt the manufacturer s warranty is void and we will not be liable for damage Fill with special salt before running the washing programme This will prevent spilled special salt or salty water from remaining on the bottom of the device which may cause corrosion 3 Add special salt Use only the special salt intended for dishwashers 1 Remove the lower basket from the...

Page 20: ...fore the appliance is equipped with a system to reduce the hardness of the water supply The dishwashing effectiveness is improved when the system is set correctly To check water hardness contact the municipal water company or determined the water hardness using test strip if available ...

Page 21: ...etergent into the pre wash compartment and start the dishwasher Depending on the amount of soil and the water hardness you may need to add more detergent Please note that the setting may be different depending on the water contamination Follow the manufacturer s instructions on the detergent packaging Sliding it to the left Press down Please choose an open way accor ding to the actual situation 1 ...

Page 22: ... detergents are not satisfactory traces of lime scale on the dishes please contact the detergent manufacturer The warranty does not cover complaints due to the use of multi component deter gents Recommended use For best results using multi component cleaning agents add special salt and rinse aid in the dishwasher and set the water hardness and amount of rinse aid to the lowest setting The solubili...

Page 23: ...dispenser and the light colour indicates you need to add rinse aid to the dispenser You can adjust rinse aid dosage from 1 to 6 The factory setting for the rinse aid is 4 Adjust to a higher dose if streaks remain on the dishes after drying or to a lower dose if blue residue collets on the dishes Full full full full add more Empty Remove the rinse reservoir cap by lifting up the handle Pour the rin...

Page 24: ... 55 61 98 43 69 H6 60 The use of detergents Use a detergent for domestic dishwashers On the market you can find detergent intended for dish washers in the form of powder gel and tablets The detergent must be placed in the dispenser before starting the dishwasher Store detergent in a cool and dry place out of reach of children Do not overfill the detergent dispenser otherwise the detergent may not ...

Page 25: ...zontally on shelves so as not to obstruct the spray arms 1 Fold the mugs and cups shelves To make room for taller items in the upper basket raise the cup rack upwards You can then lean the tall glasses against it You can also remove it when it is not required for use 2 Fold the dishwasher basket spikes The spikes of the lower basket are used for holding plates and a platter They can be lowered to ...

Page 26: ...tc in the lower basket Place dishes upside down so that water does not collect inside 5 Place the dishes in such a way that they do not block the spray arm Sliding cutlery rack The cutlery rack can slide to the right or left at will The sliding tray for this model can be used only when the upper basket is on lower position When the upper basket is adjusted to the higher position please remove the ...

Page 27: ...ogramme Eco in accordance with the EN 50242 international standard 6 Upper basket Lower basket Tests specification according to EN 50242 Capacity 10 standard place settings Upper basket setting lower position Programme ECO Rinse dose setting max Water hardness setting H3 Item Cookware 1 Cups 2 Saucers 3 Glasses 4 Small serving bowl 5 Medium serving bowl 6 Large serving bowl 7 Dessert dishes 8 Dinn...

Page 28: ...rving spoons 7 Serving forks 8 Gravy ladles Place knives and forks separately from each other and make sure they do not touch as this may cause poor washing results For best washing results place knives and forks in the cutlery basket and make sure they do not touch and place objects in the middle ...

Page 29: ...in accordance with the EN 60436 international standard 6 Upper basket Lower basket Tests specification according to EN 60436 Capacity 10 standard place settings Upper basket setting lower position Programme ECO Rinse dose setting max Water hardness setting H3 Item Cookware 1 Cups 2 Saucers 3 Glasses 4 Mugs 5 Dessert bowls 6 Glass bowl 7 Dessert plates 8 Dinner plates 9 Soup plates 10 Melamine dess...

Page 30: ...rving spoons 7 Serving forks 8 Gravy ladles Place knives and forks separately from each other and make sure they do not touch as this may cause poor washing results For best washing results place knives and forks in the cutlery basket and make sure they do not touch and place objects in the middle ...

Page 31: ...machine goes into standby state 3 You can change the program to the desired cycle setting 3 Add dishes during the programme You can add extra dishes at any time before detergent is released In this case follow the instructions below 1 Open the door a little to stop the washing 2 After the spray arms stop working you can open the door completely 3 Add the forgotten dishes 4 Close the door the dishw...

Page 32: ...ng 1 Press On Off button to turn off the appliance 2 Close water supply tap Open the door carefully Hot dishes are more susceptible to breakage Before unloading the dishwasher leave the dishes to cool for about 15 minutes Open the dishwasher door leave it ajar and wait a few minutes before removing the dishes This will allow the dishes to cool and dry Unload the dishwasher It is normal that the di...

Page 33: ...rs on external surfaces Some paper towels may also leave scratches or marks on the surface Clean internal surfaces Filter system The filter system at the bottom of the dishwasher compartment stops coarse residue dur ing wash cycle This residue can cause clogging of the filters Regularly check the condition of the filters and rinse them under running water if necessary Clean the filters as follows ...

Page 34: ...thout the filter assembly Incorrect filter replacement can reduce the appliance effectiveness and cause damage to the dishes and cutlery 3 Spray arms It is necessary to clean the spray arms regularly for hard water chemicals will clog the spray arm jets and bearings To clean the spray arms follow the instructions below 1 To remove the upper spray arm hold the nut in the center still and rotate the...

Page 35: ...he appliance from the wall outlet before any cleaning and maintenance Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents to clean the outer parts and the rubber seals of the dishwasher Use only cloths and warm soapy water To remove stains from the inside use a cloth dampened with water and a little vinegar or cleaning detergent intended specifically for dishwashe...

Page 36: ...er pressure is too low E3 Not reaching required temperature Malfunction of heating element E4 Overflow Some dishwasher element leaks Ed Failure of communication between main PCB with display pcb Open circuit or break wiring for the communication WARNING If overflow occurs turn off the main water valve before calling for service If there is water in the bottom tray due to overflow or a small leak e...

Page 37: ...mal programmes automatically extend the wash cycle duration The disinfection option has been selected When you select the disinfection option the wash cycle time will be extended to reach the disinfection temperature The dishes are not clean enough The water pressure is temporarily low Use a dishwasher when the pressure is normal The temperature of the inlet water is low Ensure that the dishwasher...

Page 38: ...on dishes Water too hard In the case of very hard water a water softener should be installed Dishes placed incorrect ly in the dishwasher Rearrange the dishes in accordance with the instructions An old rinse aid was used Use new rinse aid Rinse aid dispenser is empty Add rinse aid to the dispenser Too much detergent Use less detergent if water is soft The temperature of water supplied to the dishw...

Page 39: ...ack or grey streaks on the dishes The aluminium dishes rubbed against the plates Rearrange the dishes The interior of the dish washer is stained Coffee and tea grounds Use a certified stain removal agent A reddish stain Load the dishes and run the rinsing programme which will reduce the stain formation Noise Noise of the detergent dispenser lid opening or water drain pump operating This is normal ...

Page 40: ...left side to facilitate the installation Level the appliance When you place the appliance you can use the adjustable feet to level the appliance NOTE Applies only to a free standing dishwasher Install a free standing appliance Place the appliance between cabinets The height of the dishwasher is 815 mm which is the same as height of cabinets in modern kitchens and allowing the dishwasher to be plac...

Page 41: ...el 3 2 5kg Recommended weight of front panel For appliances 60 cm in width with completely covered front door panel 3 2 7kg For appliances 60 cm in width with revealed front control panel 3 2 6kgs Please note that for appliances with sliding door recommended weight of front panel 10kgs 448mm 820 870mm Min 580mm Min 450mm 815mm 50 Max 720mm 115mm 50 48mm Min 95mm 50 550mm 460mm ...

Page 42: ...max 720 mm 20 mm NOTE Due to the design of some built in furniture you may need to trim the base strip 42 ...

Page 43: ...shwasher fits perfectly under the kit chen worktop Built on installation for built in models Step 1 Choose the optimal location for your dishwasher The best location to install the dishwasher is near the water tap the drainage inlet and an electrical wall socket For details please see the figure presenting cabinet dimensions and dishwasher place of installation 1 A clearance of 5 mm between the to...

Page 44: ...you may need to cut the opening in the cabinet rear wall Step 2 The cabinet door dimensions install cabinet door The cabinet door should be installed in accordance with the installation drawing Semi built in model Tapes A and B should be separated Tape A on the wooden door and felt tape B on the dishwasher door see figure A After adjusting the wooden door fasten it to the dishwasher door using scr...

Page 45: ...lled in accordance with the installation drawing Install the hook on the decorative wooden panel see figure 4A and place the hook in the socket on the dishwasher door see Figure 4B When the panel is aligned press it from the top so that the plastic hooks snap shut Available on selected models ...

Page 46: ...1 Remove the four short bolts 2 Insert the four long bolts Step 3 Adjust the door spring tension 1 The dishwasher door spring tension is factory set After installing the decorative wooden panel adjust the door spring tension Turn the adjusting bolt to loosen or tension the steel cable 2 The door spring tension is optimal when the door is horizontal after opening but it can easily be lifted with yo...

Page 47: ...rench to turn the hex screw in the centre of the dishwasher base In order to adjust the front feet use a flat head screwdriver and rotate the front feet until the dishwasher is level 7 Attach the furniture door to the dishwasher door 8 Adjust the tension of the door springs using the Allen key Tighten the spring to the left Failure to make the adjustments can damage the dishwasher 9 The dishwasher...

Page 48: ... and the basket guides inside the dish washer to ensure the unit is level Level the dishwasher by adjusting the three levelling feet separately Be careful not to topple the dishwasher when levelling Check the level from the front to the rear Check the level between the sides NOTE The height adjustment range of the feet is 50 mm ...

Page 49: ...Height mm H 815 mm Width mm W 448 mm Depth mm D1 550 mm with doors closed Depth mm D2 1150 mm with 90 doors open 49 ...

Page 50: ...ion EU 2019 2022 the minimum availability period for spare parts necessary to repair the appliance is 7 or 10 years depending on the type and purpose of the spare part The list of spare parts and the ordering procedure are available on the websites of the manufacturer importer or an authorized repre sentative The minimum warranty period for the appliance offered by the manu facturer importer or au...

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