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Care and maintenance
Shutting off the water and electricity supplies
• Turnoffthewatertapaftereverywashcycletoavoidleaks.
• Alwaysunplug the appliance when cleaning it and when
performing maintenance work.
Cleaning the dishwasher
• The external surfaces of the machine and the control panel
can be cleaned using a non-abrasive cloth which has been
dampened with water. Do not use solvents or abrasive products.
• Anymarksontheinsideoftheappliancemayberemovedusing
a cloth dampened with water and a little vinegar.
Preventing unpleasant odours
• Alwayskeepthedooroftheapplianceajarinordertoavoid
moisture from forming and being trapped inside the machine.
• Clean the seals around the door and detergent dispensers
regularly using a damp sponge. This will avoid food becoming
trapped in the seals, which is the main cause behind the
formation of unpleasant odours.
Cleaning the spray arms
Food residue may become encrusted onto the spray arms
and block the holes used to spray the water. It is therefore
recommended that you check the arms from time to time and clean
them with a small non-metallic brush.
The two spray arms may both be removed.
To remove the upper spray arm, turn
the plastic locking ring in an anti-
clockwise direction. The upper spray
arm should be replaced so that the
side with the greater number of holes
is facing upwards.
The lower spray arm can be removed
by pressing on the side tabs and
pulling it upwards.
Cleaning the water inlet hose
If the water hoses are new or have not been used for an extended
period of time, let the water run to make sure it is clear and free
of impurities before performing the necessary connections. If this
precaution is not taken, the water inlet could become blocked and
damage the dishwasher.
Clean the water inlet filter at the tap outlet regularly.
- Turn off the water tap.
-Unscrewtheendofthewaterinlethose,removethefilterand
clean it carefully under running water.
- Re-place the filter and screw the water hose back into position.
Cleaning the filters
The filter assembly consists of three filters which remove food
residues from the washing water and then recirculate the water.
They must be cleaned if you wish to achieve the best results in
every wash.
Clean the filters regularly.
The dishwasher must not be used without filters or if the filter
is loose.
•Afterseveralwashes,checkthefilterassemblyandifnecessary
clean it thoroughly under running water, using a non-metallic brush
andfollowingtheinstructionsbelow:
1. Turn the cylindrical filter C in an anti-clockwise direction and
pull it out
(fig.1).
2. Remove the cup filter B by exerting a slight pressure on the
side flaps
(fig.2);
3. Slide out the stainless-steel plate filter A.
(fig.3).
4. Inspect the trap and remove any food residues. NEVER
REMOVE the wash-cycle pump protection
(blackdetail)(fig.4).
After cleaning the filters, re-place the filter assembly and fix it in
position correctly; this is essential for maintaining the efficient
operation of the dishwasher.
Leaving the machine unused for extended
periods
• Disconnecttheappliancefromtheelectricitysupplyandshut
off the water tap.
• Leavethedooroftheapplianceajar.
• When you return, run a wash cycle when the dishwasher is
empty.