Amica DIM436ACBD, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...PARTⅠ Generic Version Please read this manual carefully before using the dishwasher Keep this manual for future reference DIM436ACBD ...

Page 2: ...allation for the integrated model 17 18 19 20 20 NOTE Reviewing the section on troubleshooting Tips will help you solve some common problems by yourself If you cannot solve the problems by yourself please ask for help from a professional technician The manufacturer following a policy of constant development and updating of the product may make modifications without giving prior notice If lost or o...

Page 3: ...ldren aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children shall not play with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be done by children without supervision For EN603...

Page 4: ... a dry cloth to wipe it again Earthing Instructions This appliance must be earthed In the event of a malfunction or breakdown earthing will reduce the risk of an electric shock by providing a path of least resistance of electric current This appliance is equipped with an earthing conductor plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and earthed in accordance with all...

Page 5: ...eavy objects on or stand on the door when it is open The appliance could tip forward When loading items to be washed 1 Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal 2 Warning Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points facing down or placed in a horizontal position Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline They can be e...

Page 6: ... open since this could increase the risk of tripping If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard During installation the power supply must not be excessively or dangerously bent or flattened Do not tamper with controls The appliance needs to be connected to the main water valve using new hose ...

Page 7: ...nsuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local city office and your household waste disposal service DISPOSAL Do not dispose this product as u...

Page 8: ...ctions before using it for the first time Top spray arm Dispenser Salt container Filter assembly Lower spray arm Inner pipe IMPORTANT 8 Cutlery rack Pictures are only for reference different models may be different Please prevail in kind NOTE Lower basket Upper spray arm Upper basket Cup rack ...

Page 9: ...y damages caused Only fill with salt before running a cycle This will prevent any grains of salt or salty water which may have been spilled remaining on the bottom of the machine for any period of time which may causecorrosion WARNING Always use salt intended for dishwasher use The salt container is located beneath the lower basket and should be filled as explained in the following Please check th...

Page 10: ...hing program should be started We suggest to use a short program Otherwise the filter system pump or other important parts of the machine may be damaged by salty water This is out of warranty NOTE The salt container must only be refilled when the salt warning light in the control panel comes on Depending on how well the salt dissolves the salt warning light may still be on even though the salt con...

Page 11: ...follow these steps 4 1 Pull out upper basket 2 Remove upper basket 3 Re attach upper basket to the upper or lower rollers Push in upper basket lower position upper position Type 1 Basket Used Tips 1 To raise the rack to the upper position lift rack until both sides are at the same height The rack will secure into place 2 To lower the rack push down on the handle and release Type 2 11 ...

Page 12: ... 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 12 Folding back the rack shelves The spikes are used for holding plates and a platter They can be lowered to make more room for large items raise upwards fold backwards ...

Page 13: ...into the door lock and electrical components do not use a spray cleaner of any kind Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they may scratch the finish Some paper towels may also scratch or leave marks on the surface WARNING Internal Care Filtering system The filtering system in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse debris from the washing cycle The collect...

Page 14: ...g water For a more thorough clean use a soft cleaning brush Reassemble the fi lters in the reverse order of the dissasembly replace the filter insert and rotate clockwise to the close arrow Do not over tighten the filters Put the filters back in sequence securely otherwise coarse debris could get into the system and cause a blockage NEVER use the dishwasher without filters in place Improper replac...

Page 15: ...ary 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 2 3 To remove the lower spray arm pull out the spray arm upward 15 1 To remove the upper spray arm hold the nut in the centre still and rotate the spray arm counterclockwise to remove it ...

Page 16: ...emove the plug Before cleaning or performing maintenance always remove the plug from the socket No solvents or abrasive cleaning To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products Only use a cloth with warm soapy water To remove spots or stains from the surface of the interior use a cloth dampened with water an a little vinegar or a cleaning ...

Page 17: ...nnection WARNING For personal safety Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the earthing connection from the power cord The installation of the pipes and electrical equipments should be done by professionals Attention WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect electrical power before installing dishwasher Failure to do so co...

Page 18: ...ntion by blocking the flow of water in case of the supply hose breaking and when the air space between the supply hose itself and the outer corrugated hose is full of water How to connect the safety supply hose 1 Pull The safety supply hoses completely out from storage compartment located at rear of dishwasher 2 Tighter the screws of the safety supply hose to the faucet with thread 3 4inch 3 Turn ...

Page 19: ...om the floor the excess water in hoses cannot be drained directly into the sink It will be necessary to drain excess water from hoses into a bowl or suitable container that is held outside and lower than the sink Connect the water drain hose The drain hose must be correctly fitted to avoid water leaks Ensure that the water drain hose is not kinked or squashed The waste connection must be at a heig...

Page 20: ...sitioned for levelling the height of the dishwasher may be altered via adjustment of the screwing level of the feet NOTE Only apply to the free standing dishwasher 20 Free Standing Installation Fitting between existing carbinets The height of the dishwasher 845 mm has been designed in order to allow the machine to be fitted between existing cabinets of the same height in modern fitted kitchens The...

Page 21: ... Illustrations of cabinet dimensions and installation position of the dishwasher 1 Less than 5 mm between the top of dishwasher and cabinet and the outer door aligned to cabinet 90 90 580mm 580mm 820mm 820mm 100 100 Electrical drain and water supply line entrances Electrical drain and water supply line entrances Space between cabinet bottom and floor Space between cabinet bottom and floor 600 mm f...

Page 22: ...wooden panel could be processed according to the installation drawings The aesthetic wooden panel could be processed according to the installation drawings A Magical paster Magical paster Magical paster A and magical paster B be disjoinedon magical paster A on the aesthetic wooden panel and felted magical paster B of the outer door of dishwasher see figure A After positioning of the panel fix the ...

Page 23: ...lax the steel cable 2 Door spring tension is correct when the door remains horizontal in the fully opened position yet rises to a close with the slight lift of a finger Install the hook on the aesthetic wooden panel and put the hook into the slot of the outer door of dishwasher see figure A After positioning of the panel fix the panel onto the outer door by screws and bolts See figure B B 2 Pin up...

Page 24: ...front feet until the dishwasher is level Step 5 to Step 6 7 Install the furniture door to the outer door of the dishwasher Step 7 to Step 10 8 Adjust the tension of the door springs by using an Allen key turning in a clockwise motion to tighten the left and right door springs Failure to do this could cause damage to your dishwasher Step 11 9 The dishwasher must be secured in place There are two wa...

Page 25: ...n and wash performance Place a spirit level on door and rack track inside the tub as shown to check that the dishwasher is level Level the dishwasher by adjusting the three levelling legs individually When level the dishwasher please pay attention not to let the dishwasher tip over 1 2 3 The maximum adjustment height of the feet is 50 mm NOTE 25 ...

Page 26: ...perly closed Make sure to close the door properly and latch it Water not pumped form dishwasher Twisted or trapped drain hose Filter clogged Kitchen sink clogged Check the drain hose Check coarse the filter Check the kitchen sink to make sure it is draining well If the problem is the kitchen sink that is not draining you may need a plumber rather than a serviceman for dishwashers Suds in the tub W...

Page 27: ...o function if present The lid of the softer is loose Check the softener lid is secure Problem Possible Causes What To Do Avoid washing items that are not corrosion resistant in the dishwasher Knocking noise in the dishwasher A spray arm is knocking against an item in a basket Interrupt the programme and rearrange the items which are obstructing the spray arm Rattling noise in the dishwasher Items ...

Page 28: ... clean Problem Possible Causes What To Do The dishes are not clean White spots appear on dishes and glasses Add more detergent Black or grey marks on dishes Aluminium utensils have rubbed against dishes Use a mild abrasive cleaner to eliminate those marks The dishesare not drying Hard water area can cause limescale deposits Improper loading Load the dishwasher as suggested in the directions Dishes...

Page 29: ...ng temperature is lower decreasing cleaning performance Choose a programme with a long washing time Use of cutlery with a low quality coating Water drainage is more difficult with these items Cutlery or dishes of this type are not suitable for washing in the dishwasher Possible Causes What To Do 29 ...

Page 30: ...ving bowl Medium serving bowl Saucers Glasses Large serving bowl Item Number 7 8 9 10 Dessert dishes Dinner plates Soup plates Oval platter Item Number LOADING THE BASKETS ACCORDING TO EN50242 30 1 1 3 3 3 3 2 2 5 5 6 6 4 4 2 2 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 10 10 9 9 9 9 ...

Page 31: ...spoons Dessert spoons Serving spoons Serving forks Gravy ladles Item Number Information for comparability tests in accordance with EN 50242 Capacity 10 place settings Position of the upper basket lower position Program ECO Rinse aid setting 6 Softener setting H3 31 4 7 1 5 3 8 6 2 3 ...

Page 32: ... lower position left basket is flat and right basket is sideling Lift the right basket up both left and right baskets are flat Move the right basket from right to left two basket are overlapping Remove the right basket from the tray only has the left basket 32 ...

Page 33: ...PARTⅡ Special Version Please read this manual carefully before using the dishwasher and Keep this manual for future reference D M4 I 36ACBD ...

Page 34: ...If lost or out of date you can receive a new user manual from the manufacturer or responsible vendor PROGRAMMING THE DISHWASHER Wash Cycle Table Starting A Cycle Wash Changing The Program Mid cycle Forget To Add A Dish USING YOUR DISHWASHER Control Panel Water Softener Preparing And Loading Dishes Function Of The Rinse Aid And Detergent Filling The Rinse Aid Reservoir Filling The Detergent Dispens...

Page 35: ...or detailed operating method 2 Removing the larger residue on the cutlery 3 Loading the baskets 4 Filling the dispenser Selecting a program and running the dishwasher Inside Outside 3 1 Install the dishwasher Please check the section 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION of PART Ⅰ Generic Version ...

Page 36: ...start of washing by one hour 1 4 2 When you have about or less than 6 place setting dishware to wash you can choose this function to save energy and water It can only be used with Intensive ECO Glass and 90 min To dry dishes more completely It can only be used with Intensive ECO Glass and 90min Program 5 Select the appropriate washing program the selected program indicator will be lit Auto 7 4 3 2...

Page 37: ...90 Min For normally soiled loads that need quick wash Glass For lightly soiled crockery and glass ECO This is the standard program suitable for normally soiled loads such as pots plates glasses and lightly soiled pans Intensive Heavily soiled items include pots and pans With dried on food Party For lightly soiled loads such as glasses crystal and fine china Self Cleaning 8 Press and hold the butto...

Page 38: ...he Party button for more than 5 seconds to start the water softener set model within 60 seconds after the appliance was switched on 3 Press the Party button to select the proper set according to your local environment the sets will change in the following sequence H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 4 Press the Power button to end the set up model Please follow the steps below for adjustment in salt consumption 0 5...

Page 39: ...gram has ended Cutlery with wooden horn china or mother of pearl handles Plastic items that are not heat resistant Older cutlery with glued parts that are not temperature resistant Bonded cutlery items or dishes Pewter or cooper items Crystal glass Steel items subject to rusting Wooden platters Items made from synthetic fibres Some types of glasses can become dull after a large number of washes Si...

Page 40: ...arving knives must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket Please do not overload your dishwasher This is important for good results and for reasonable consumption of energy NOTE Very small items should not be washed in the dishwasher as they could easily fall out of the basket To prevent water dripping from the upper basket into the lower basket we recommend that you empty the lower basket...

Page 41: ...ot nest together this may cause bad performance 9 For the best washing effect please load the baskets refer to standard loading options on last section of PART Generic Version Ⅰ For the best washing effect please load the baskets refer to standard loading options on last section of PART Ⅰ Generic Version Loading the lower basket We suggest that you place large items and the most difficult to clean...

Page 42: ...r is full the indicator will be fully dark The size of the dark dot decreases as the rinse aid diminishes You should never let the rinse aid level be less than 1 4 full As the rinse aid diminishes the size of the black dot on the rinse aid level indicator changes as illustrated below Full 3 4 full 1 2 full 1 4 full Empty Function Of The Rinse Aid And Detergent Function of detergent The chemical in...

Page 43: ... the next wash Adjusting the rinse aid reservoir Rinse Aid indicator Filling The Rinse Aid Reservoir 11 Turn the rinse aid indicator dial to a number between 1 and 6 The higher the number the more rinse aid the dishwasher uses If the dishes are not drying properly or are spotted adjust the dial to the next higher number until your dishes are spot free Reduce it if there are sticky whitish stains o...

Page 44: ...ave very dirt items pour a small amount of detergent onto the door The additional detergent will activate during the pre wash phase 3 Close the flap by sliding it to the left and then pressing it down A A B B Filling The Detergent Dispenser NOTE Be aware that depending on the soiling of water setting may be different Please observe the manufacturer s recommendations on the detergent packaging 12 ...

Page 45: ...ing Time min Energy Kwh Water L Description Of Cycle Rinse Aid Detergent Pre Main 150 205 0 9 1 3 0 74 9 5 13 9 1 piece 3 22g 90 1 15 11 5 125 0 75 13 5 165 1 4 16 5 Prewash 50 Wash 60 Rinse Rinse Rinse 70 Drying Prewash Wash 45 Rinse 62 Drying Wash 65 Rinse Rinse 65 Drying Pre wash wash 40 Rinse Rinse 60 Dry EN 50242 Glass 90 Min Intensive Auto Pre wash 45 Autowash 45 55 Rinse Rinse 65 Drying 1 p...

Page 46: ...en close the door the dishwasher will start its cycle Changing The Program Mid cycle A wash cycle can only be changed if it has been running for a short time otherwise the detergent may have already been released and the dishwasher may have already drained the wash water If this is the case the dishwasher needs to be reset and the detergent dispenser must be refilled To reset the dishwasher follow...

Page 47: ...or a little to stop the washing After the spray arms stop working you can open the door completely WARNING It is dangerous to open the door mid cycle as hot steam may scald you 15 3 sec 1 Open the door a little to stop the dishwasher after the spray arm stop working you can open the door completely 2 Press any Program button for more than three seconds the machine will be in stand by state 3 You c...

Page 48: ...Overflow Malfunction of heating element Some element of dishwasher leaks E1 E3 E4 Faucets is not opened or water intake is restricted or water pressure is too low WARNING If overflow occurs turn off the main water supply before calling a service If there is water in the base pan because of an overfill or small leak the water should be removed before restarting the dishwasher 16 ...

Page 49: ...TECHNICAL INFORMATION Height H Width W Depth D1 Depth D2 815mm 448mm 550mm with the door closed 1150mm with the door opened 90 W W D1 D1 H H 17 D2 D2 ...

Page 50: ...ciency to D lowest efficiency Energy consumption based on 280 standard cleaning cycles using cold water fill and the consumption of the low power modes Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used Water consumption based on 280 standard cleaning cycles Actual water consumption will depend on how the appliance is used A highest efficiency to G lowest efficiency This program is...

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