Operating Instructions Dishwasher Save these instructions for future reference Dear ASKO customer! Thank you for choosing this quality product from Scandinavia, which was made in Sweden. We want you to feel assured that the inside of your new machine is just as good as the outside and that the ethics and standards that went into the production of this machine are just as high as the quality and performance that you will receive from it. We hope that this product will give you many years of pleasure.
Contents Before doing your first wash 3 Service and guarantee 44 Important safety instructions 4 Own comments 47 Child safety 5 Quick Guide 48 Parts of the dishwasher 6 Technical data 6 Baskets 7 Control panel 8 Detergent Dispenser 8 Basic Course 9 Programs 12 Program Description 13 Options 14 Eco-dishwashing 15 Fragile dishes 16 Cleaning 17 Rinse aid 20 Settings 21 Fault indications 23 Troubleshooti
Before doing your first wash: Read through the directions for use Read through the directions for use before starting to use your machine, especially the Safety, Child Safety, and Basic Course sections. Take care with certain materials Read the Fragile Dishes section before washing china with unglazed decoration or other household goods made of plastic, wood, or crystal requiring careful treatment.
Important safety instructions This manual does not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense and caution should always be used when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance. • Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. • Dishwashers must be electrically grounded. Read the Installation Instructions for details. • Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose. • Do not run the dishwasher while you are out of the home.
Child safety! Child safety tips Dishwasher detergents and rinse aids are corrosive, so always keep them out of reach of children. • Should a child swallow dishwasher detergent or rinse aid, give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately: Call the National Capital Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222 • Always close the door and start the dishwasher as soon as you put in the detergent.
Parts of the dishwasher* 1. Upper basket 2. Spray arms 3. Lamp 4. Cutlery basket 5. Lower basket 6. Dishwasher detergent compartment 7. Main power switch 8. Rinse Aid Compartment 9. Filter 10. Type plate 1 2 4 3 3 5 6 *Details may differ depending on the model and market! 7 Technical data* Height 33-3/4” - 35-3/4” 860-910mm Width 24” (610)mm Depth 24” (610mm) Weight 105.8 lbs (48 kg) Water pressure 4.2 - 140 psi 0.03 - 1.0 MPa 0.
The baskets* 1. Wine glass shelf 2. Knife stop 3. Upper spray arm 4. Runner for adjusting basket height 5. Catch Upper basket 1 1 2 3 4 Raising/lowering the upper basket • Pull out the upper basket. • Pull out the catches (5) on either side of the upper basket and lift or raise the upper basket at the same time. • Release the catches once the basket is in the desired position.
Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 9 10 11 S TA R T PROG STOP 1. Program selector 2. Auto wash 3. Heavy wash 4. Normal wash 5. Delicate wash 6. Quick wash 7. Rinse & Hold 8. Temperature 9. Delayed start 10. Drying 11. Start/stop Detergent Dispenser 1 2 3 4 1. Compartment for main wash dishwasher detergent 2. Compartment for pre-wash detergent 3. Refill indicator for rinse aid (not all models) 4. Rinse aid cover 5. Detergent compartment cover 5 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.
Basic Course Below are step-by-step instructions to help you achieve the best possible dishwashing results. Load the baskets correctly! Thanks to Self Cleaning System, you do not need to rinse the dishes under running water. Simply remove large food particles and debris. Convenient and environmentally-friendly! Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in the upper basket. Wine glasses should be hung from or leaned against the wine glass shelf and knives placed in the knife stand if present.
film after a while. This can be removed by replacing the prewash detergent with two tablespoons of citric acid. If the water is very hard, use a rinse aid that contains citric acid. Different brands of dishwasher detergent have different amounts of phosphorous for softening water. If you have hard water and use a detergent with less than 8.7% phosphorous content, you may need to use more detergent or use a detergent with more than 8.7% phosphorous content.
Press start The dishwasher will now start. It manages the entire wash automatically. Ensure that the door is properly closed or the machine will not start. Changing program If you want to change program after having started the machine, press the Start/Stop button for three seconds. Then select a new program and press the Start/Stop button. Make sure there is detergent in the dispenser. 7 Standby mode Once the machine has finished, it only draws standby current.
Programs Select a program by pressing the program selector one or more times until the required Rinse & Hold program symbol lights up. See the Program For rinsing the dishes while waiting for the guide below. machine to be filled. Auto wash The dishwasher detects how soiled the dishes are and adjusts water consumption and temperature accordingly. Heavy wash The Heavy Wash program should be used for heavily soiled dishes, e.g. saucepans, pots and gratin dishes.
Program Description Programview Programs Auto Heavy Normal Delicate Quick Rinse & Hold For normally soiled loads such as plates, glasses, bowls, and lightly soiled pans. For glass and china which has just been used and therefore does not need such a powerful program. For lightly soiled loads that are washed immediately after use. This program can also be used for delicate items. To rinse dishes that you plan to wash later that day.
Options Select options To select an option, press one of the option buttons. Temperature With the temperature option button you can select the wash temperature yourself. You can vary the temperatures as follows: Normal Economy Auto Heavy: 160°F (70°C) 130°F (55°C) Normal: 150°F (65°C) 130°F (55°C) Delicate : 120°F (50 °C) 90°F (40°C) Quick: 140°F (60°C) 85°F (30°C) The temperature symbol will light up if you have chosen the high temperature.
Eco-dishwashing Only wash full loads Waiting to run the wash until the machine is full saves energy. Wash at a lower temperature If the dishes are only lightly soiled you can run a Quick wash program and reduce the temperature to 86°F (30°C). Select a program with Economy dry To save energy, select Economy dry. You will get a better drying result if you leave the door slightly open after the end of the program.
Fragile dishes A number of household goods are not suitable for machine washing. This can be due to a variety of reasons. Certain materials cannot withstand intense heat; others can be damaged by the dishwasher detergent. Fragile decoration China with decoration on top of the glaze (the goods have a rough feel) should not be machine washed. Plastic Certain types of plastic cannot withstand the high temperature generated in machine dishwashing. Protect plastic goods Select a program with a low temperature.
Cleaning The dishwasher tub is made of stainless steel and is kept clean through normal use. However, if you have hard water, limescale deposits may form in the machine. If this happens, run an empty machine with a normal wash program with two tablespoons of citric acid in the dishwasher detergent compartment. 1x Spray arm 3. Remove and clean the fine filter. 4. Replace in reverse order. Ensure that the edges are properly sealed when replacing the fine filter.
Drain pump The pump can be accessed from inside the machine. 1. Cut the power to the machine by pulling out the plug! 2. Remove the coarse filter and pipe section. 3. Remove the small fitted piece at the left of the bottom drain (see the image below). If the machine still does not start and a buzzing sound is heard, the overflow guard has been activated. • Shut off the water. • Pull the plug out from the wall socket. • Call the service division. NOTE! Do not forget to reinstall the fitted piece.
To release the upper spray arm, the upper basket must be removed. 1. Pull out the basket. 2. Remove the upper spray arm by unscrewing it counter-clockwise from the basket and clean it. 3. Screw the spray arm back into place. Spray arm Door When cleaning the edge around the door, use only a slightly damp cloth, possibly with a little detergent. Do not use a spray bottle or similar around the door catch.
Rinse aid Adding rinse aid In some cases, drying can be made more efficient by using rinse aid. Machines with indicator on the panel When the rinse aid has run out and more is needed, the rinse aid symbol on the panel lights up*. To fill with rinse aid: 1. Turn and lift up the cover of the rinse aid compartment to the right of the dispenser. This is where you top up and set the amount of rinse aid to be dispensed in each wash. 2. Carefully pour in rinse aid up to the dosage setting knob.
Settings Reprogramming Some of the machine’s functions can be reprogrammed. You get into the machine’s change program using the machine’s ordinary buttons as per the instructions below. The selection will be retained until the next time you reset this function. Even if the machine is turned off at the main switch or loses power for any other reason, all selections registered before the interruption of power will be retained.
Setting a signal If you want the machine to signal when the wash is complete, you can program it to do this. The machine is set without a signal by default. 1. 2. Hold in the Delayed start button at the same time as you press the main switch. The button flashes. Release the button. PROG 3. Press the Program button – when the Auto wash symbol lights, the signal is activated. START 4.
Fault indications Display flashes Type of fault Action Too much water in the dishwasher Phone service flashes Fault with water inlet flashes Valve leakage flashes Blocked drain AUT flashes Clogged filter AUT Check that the water tap is open Shut off the water tap and contact service See ‘Possible causes’ in chapter Trouble shooting Clean the filters, see chapter Cleaning To remove the fault indications
Troubleshooting Problems Possible causes Action The dishes are not clean • The spray arms are not rotating • Lift off the arms and clean • Old dishwasher detergent. Note! Detergent is perishable • Avoid large packs • Incorrect dosage of detergent • Dispense according to the level of water hardness • Wrong wash program selected • Heavier programs are longer, and use higher temperatures for dirtier loads.
Problems Possible causes Action • Certain food remnants such as mustard, mayonnaise, lemon, vinegar, salt, and dressings can cause stains on stainless steel if allowed to remain for any length of time. All stainless steel can mark silver if allowed to come into contact during the dishwashing process.
Problems Possible causes Water remains in the machine • Obstruction in the drain hose • Disconnect the drain hose where it is connected to the sink’s water trap. Check that no debris has become stuck. Is the cone-shaped part of the pipe cut so that the diameter is at least 16 mm? • Kinks in the drain hose .
Performance information Energy standard USA: ANSI/AHAM DW-1-2005 Technical data Height: 33-3/4” - 35-3/4” 860-910mm** Width: 24” (610mm) Depth: 24” (610mm) Weight: 105.8 lbs (48 kg)* Water pressure 4.2 - 140 psi 0.03 - 1.0 MPa 0.3-10(Bar) Electrical connection: See serial tag/rating plate Rated power: See serial tag/rating plate *The weight can vary due to varying specifications.
Installation instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: 1. It is important that you closely follow the instructions provided here. 2. An incorrect or defective installation can lead to higher consumption of energy, water and dishwashing detergent, which can lead to higher costs and poorer cleaning results. 3. Plumbing and electrical installations must be carried out by qualified professionals. 4. Exercise caution during the installation! Wear protective gloves! Always work in pairs! 5.
Installation and connection information dishwasher cavity measurements 24 610" m 2-4" 50-105 mm Make sure the edges of the cable hole are even to avoid damage to the drain and supply hoses and the electric cable.
Installation and connection information Water connection • The machine can be connected to a cold or hot water supply (maximum 140°F, 85°C). However, we recommend connection to a cold water supply. • The inlet pipe has a connector with either a 9/16” internal thread depending on the country. electrical connection • 120VAC mains voltage, minimum 15A. Drainage • The supplied cone-shaped connector fits a drain connection with an internal diameter of 1/2, 5/8, 23/32 and 7/8 inches (13, 16, 18 and 22 mm).
Step 1. Fitting the dishwasher in place 1. Loosen the lock nuts on the dishwasher’s two front steel feet using a 5/8 inch (16mm) open-ended wrench. Screw the lock nuts down as close to the floor as possible. 2. Adjust the height of the dishwasher by turning the front steel feet with your hands. Leave enough space to adjust them later. 3. Screw in the back foot completely by turning the adjustment screw at the front counterclockwise. Use a flat-bladed or a 1/4 inch nut driver.
Fitting the dishwasher in place 4. Push the plastic feet into place on all three steel feet (included in document bag). Note: Do not attach the plastic feet if the installation space is of minimum height. 5. Push the dishwasher into the cavity. At the same time, pull the electric cable and drainage and supply hoses through the cable hole. 6. Lift the dishwasher a little at the front and turn the front feet to lower them. 32 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Fitting the dishwasher in place 8. Check that there is a space of 1/8 inch (3 mm) between the top of the dishwasher door and the underside of the worktop. Do not attach the mounting screws. This will be done later. 1/8 ” 3 mm 8. Adjust the back foot by turning the adjustment screw at the front clockwise. 9. Place the spirit level on the dishwasher door to check that the machine is level and adjust if necessary.
Step 2. Attaching cover or wooden door Follow the separate instructions supplied with the dishwasher to attach the chosen cover or wooden door to the front of the machine. Note: Once you have fitted the cover or wooden door to the dishwasher, the door springs may need adjusting. Check that the door stays in the position in which it is placed. If the door drops down when you open it, the springs need tightening. If the door shuts on its own, the springs need loosening. See step 3 for further instructions.
Step 3. Adjusting the door springs The door springs are on the sides of the dishwasher. If necessary, pull out the dishwasher and adjust the tension of the door springs. A good idea is to try adjusting one side only first. 1. Be sure the door is closed. 2. Grab the front end of the spring and pull it up and forward to release it from the forward mount. 3. Loosen the spring from the rear mount by turning it outwards. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Step 3. Adjusting the door springs 4. Adjust the spring tension using one of the following methods depending on how much adjustment is needed. n sio If you need to adjust the spring a lot, place the rear mount in another hole. Place the spring further forward to reduce the tension and further back to increase the tension.
Step 4. Connecting electricity, water and drain 2. Connect water supply hose Use the supplied O ring and tighten the connection by hand plus a quarter turn with a wrench. Open the shutoff valve and let the pressure settle for a while. Check the connections again to make sure they are not leaking. Clamp 37-1/2” Max 950mm 13-3/4” Min- 350mm 1. Connect drain hose The drain hose is routed to an inlet plug on the sink unit’s water trap.
Step 5. Checking dishwasher function and fit Test the dishwasher with the rinse programme. Check that the dishwasher takes in water and drains. Also check that none of the connections leak. Also check that adjacent drawers and cupboards can be opened when the dishwasher door is open. 38 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Step 6. Securing the dishwasher 1. Pull out the upper basket, and the centre basket if present, and turn the basket stop on the runner outwards. 2. Remove the upper basket, and the centre basket if present, by pulling the basket(s) out as far as possible. This is to make more space available during installation. 3. Remove the lower basket. Otherwise it easily rolls out if you need to adjust the dishwasher during installation. 4.
Securing the dishwasher 5. Cover the screw holes on the sides with the supplied plastic plugs. Push in the plugs diagonally to fit them in place. 6. Check that the dishwasher’s two front steel feet are solidly placed on the floor, that is, the dishwasher is not hanging in the air. Otherwise turn the front feet to lower them. 40 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Securing the dishwasher Also adjust the rear foot if necessary so that the dishwasher is level. 7. Tighten the mounting screws on the front feet with a 5/8 inch (16 mm) open-ended wrench. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Step 7. Attaching the toe kick (if applicable) 1. Attach the supplied sound insulation material to the back of the toe kick. Adjust the height of the insulation material 2. Loosen the holders for the toe kick by moving the gray catches to the side. 3. Adjust the holders (pull out or push in) until they are on a level with the surrounding kitchen toe kick. 42 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Attaching the toe kick (if applicable) 4. Lock the holders in place by pushing each catch into a suitable notch in the holder. 5. Hang the toe kick on the holders. 6. Check that the toe kick is in line with the surrounding kitchen toe kick, that is, at the same depth. Loosen and adjust the holders as necessary until satisfied. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Service and guarantee Asko Appliances Inc. will not pay for: 1. Service calls to: • Correct the installation of the appliance. • Repair damage due to shipment, delivery, installation, misuse or abuse. • Instruct how to use the appliance. • Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. • Correct house plumbing, including drainage problems related to improper installation. • Clean or service air device in drain line. 2.
For residential installations only Lifetime For non-residential installations One-year Full Warranty from date of purchase. Asko Appliances Inc. will pay for: ASKO replacement parts (labor cost not included) for the stainless steel tank if it exhibits a manufacturing defect such as cracking or rusting through. Service must be provided by an authorized ASKO service agent. ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship.
Installation checklist Asko - Dishwasher Appliance Installation Checklist • Remove packaging and check for cosmetic damages. • Remove the information packets from inside the dishwasher. • Attach any accessories as required by the installation. Fill strips, wooden door panels, accessory door panels... • Attach the drain line using the largest section of the disposer boot allowable. Leave the high loop in place. • Attach the PEX fill hose. Don’t forget to use the O-ring. • Plug the dishwasher into the wall.
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Quick Guide 1. Load the baskets correctly! Thanks to the Self Cleaning System you don’t need to rinse the dishes, simply scrape large food particles and debris. 2. Dispensing dishwasher detergent The detergent compartment has a small compartment for pre-wash and one for main wash. 3. Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely 4. Turn on the main power switch 5. Close the door 6.
