Operating Instructions Dishwasher Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality, and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world. To get the most out of your new dishwasher, we recommend that you read the operating instructions before using it.
Contents Before washing for the first time Read the operating instructions 3 Be careful with certain materials 3 Checking water hardness 3 Program key 3 Important safety instructions Winter storage/Transport How to contact ASKO Appliances Inc.
Before washing for the first time Do you need this Use&Care Guide in Spanish? Log on to www.askousa.com/customer-care to download. ¿Necesita esta Instrucciones de uso y cuidado en español? Entre en www.askousa.com/customer-care y descárguesela. Read the operating instructions Read through the operating instructions before using the dishwasher, especially the sections Important safety instructions, Child safety, and Dishwashing.
Important safety instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE • WARNING! • 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.
Child safety TIP! Activate child lock (button lock) Dishwasher detergents and rinse aids are corrosive, so always keep them out of reach of children. You can activate the child lock (button lock) to prevent children from starting the dishwasher (see the section Settings). • 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.
Dishwasher components* 5 6 7 6 1 2 8 3 9 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Filters Cutlery basket Detergent compartment Main power switch Upper basket 10 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Spray arms Serial number plate Lower basket Rinse aid compartment Panel *Specifications may differ depending on the model and market. 6 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Dishwasher baskets* Upper basket 1. Wine glass shelf 2. Knife guard 1 2 Lower basket Cutlery basket a b c *Specifications may differ depending on the model and market. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Front panel The panel is fitted with touch buttons with audible feedback (see the chapter Settings). 4 5 10 6 3 12 START 7 2 PROG 13 1 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Program selector Daily wash Heavy wash Normal wash Eco wash Quick wash Rinse & Hold 9 STOP 14 11 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. High temperature Long dry Start Stop Display Child lock (button lock) Rinse aid indicator NOTE! • Keep the touch buttons clean and free from grease. Wipe them clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser 1 3 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 4 Prewash detergent compartment Main wash detergent compartment Rinse aid compartment Detergent compartment lid Rinse aid compartment lid 5 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Economic dishwashing Run programs only with a full load Wait until the dishwasher is fully loaded before running a program, this way you save energy. Use the Rinse & Hold program to rinse the dishes if there are any unpleasant odors while you wait for the dishwasher to become fully loaded. Run programs at a lower temperature If the dishes are only lightly soiled, you can select a lower temperature with certain programs. See also the section Select options in the chapter Dishwashing.
Fragile dishes Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several reasons. Some materials cannot withstand high temperatures, others can be damaged by dishwasher detergent. Fragile decoration Porcelain with decoration on top of the glazing (the items feel rough) should not be washed in a dishwasher. Crystal / Glass Position items so that they do not touch each other during the wash. Use the lowest possible wash temperature and the shortest possible program. Select Short dry.
Dishwashing Below are step-by-step instructions to help you achieve the best possible dishwashing results. 1 Load the baskets correctly Do not rinse dishes under running water before loading them in the dishwasher. Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher. See the section Fragile dishes if you want to wash items that may be considered fragile. Upper basket Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in the upper basket.
Dishwashing a while. If this happens, run the Heavy wash program with high temperature and two tablespoons of citric acid or commercially available dishwasher cleaner in the detergent compartment (with no dishes in the machine). NOTE! NOTE! Dishwasher tablets We recommend that you do not add prewash detergent for the program Quick wash. Use only dishwasher detergent! Liquid hand-washing detergent must not be used as the foam that forms prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively.
Dishwashing 4 5 Press the main power switch and close the door Normal wash Use to wash normally soiled dishes, and even dishes with dried leftovers, such as plates, serving dishes, cups, glasses, and so on. Select the program Press the Program selector one or more times until the desired program symbol lights. Eco wash Use when you want to save energy. For normally soiled dishes. Daily wash A program suitable for day-to-day dishwashing.
4) 3) 2) 1) 1 2 1 Normal wash - - - Normal wash Eco wash Quick wash 85 120 150 130 130 140 2 2 3 3 3 2 - 120 150 140 140 150 0:20 2:20 2:35 2:30 3:20 2:10 0.2 0.9 1.6 1.2 1.4 1.4 0:20 2:10 2:10 2:00 2:50 1:45 0.1 0.5 0.9 0.7 0.7 0.8 2.7 3.2 4.7 3.9 5.2 3.8 Rinse & Hold 0 1 0:06 0.01 0:06 0.01 0.9 Consumption values vary depending on the water supply temperature, the ambient temperature, the size of the load, the selected options, and more.
Dishwashing 6 Select options NOTE! To select an option, press one of the option buttons. The field next to the button lights when the option is activated. The available options depend on the selected program. Once you have started the program, the options you selected are saved for the next time you use the same program. High temperature Activate this option for improved dishwashing results. The machine then uses a higher temperature for the main wash.
Settings Do as follows to open the settings menu: 1. Turn off the dishwasher using the main power switch. Wait about five seconds. 2. Then press the main power switch again. Wait until the numbers appear in the right-hand display before continuing to the next step. PROG + 3. Within five seconds, press and hold the Program selector (wait for the audible signal confirming the button press) and then immediately press the Long dry button without releasing the Program selector. 4.
Settings Button press Options (Off) Settings Description Buzzer volume The dishwasher uses a buzzer to indicate when a program is finished or when a fault has occurred. (Low) (High) Press Start to save the setting value and continue to the next setting. (Off) Operation volume (Low) This sound is used to confirm each button press. (High) Press Start to save the setting value and continue to the next setting. (Low) LCD contrast For adjusting the contrast of the display.
Time remaining Once you have selected a program and options, the display indicates how long the program took the last time it was used.Once you have started the dishwasher, the display indicates how much program time remains. The remaining time is updated after the water for the final rinse has been heated. This may differ somewhat from time to time depending on the temperature of the water supply, the amount of dishes, the ambient temperature, and other factors.
Care and maintenance instructions 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 dishwasher. If this happens, run the Heavy wash program with high temperature and two tablespoons of citric acid or commercially available dishwasher cleaner in the detergent compartment (with no dishes in the machine). 1. Turn the handle counterclockwise once. Spray arm 1x 2.
Care and maintenance instructions Drain pump NOTE! The pump can be accessed from inside the dishwasher. 1. Cut the power to the dishwasher by unplugging the unit from the power outlet. 2. Remove the coarse filter and pipe section. 3. Remove the small yellow drain pump access cover at the left of the bottom drain (see illustration below). Do not forget to reinstall the drain pump access cover. Lower spray arm Holes and bearings can sometimes become blocked. 1.
Care and maintenance instructions Door When cleaning the edge around the door, use only a slightly damp cloth (with a little cleaner if necessary). WARNING! Do not use a spray bottle or the like around the door lock. This is to ensure that water does not penetrate the door catch and come into contact with the electrical components. 22 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Rinse aid Select dosage Drying is faster if you use rinse aid. When the rinse aid needs topping up, the above symbol lights on the display. The rinse aid dispenser can be adjusted between 0 (off) and 6. Increase the rinse aid dosage: • If the dishes have water marks. Top up with rinse aid Top up with rinse aid as follows: 1. Open the rinse aid compartment lid. Reduce the rinse aid dosage: • If the dishes have a sticky white/blue film. • If the dishes are streaked. • Heavy foaming.
Error messages Display Type of fault Action Overfilling Call the Customer Care Center. Water outlet fault See "Possible causes" in the chapter Troubleshooting. Water inlet fault Check that the water supply valve is on. Inlet valve leakage Turn off the water supply valve and call the Customer Care Center Turn off the machine with the main power switch and then turn it on again to clear the error message from the display. 24 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action The dishes are not clean. The spray arms do not rotate. Remove the arms and clean them. Check that the dishes are not blocking the spray arms. Detergent is too old. Detergent is a perishable product. Avoid large packages. Incorrect detergent dosage. Dose according to water hardness. Far too much or far too little detergent can result in poor dishwashing results. Dishwashing program too weak. Select a higher temperature or a more powerful program.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action The dishwasher does not start. You have forgotten to turn on the main Pressing the main power switch. power switch. The door is not properly closed. Check. A fuse/circuit breaker has been tripped. Check. The plug is not plugged into the power Check. outlet. The water supply valve is turned off. Check. Overflow/leaks. Check. A whirring sound (the drain pump) is Turn off the water supply valve.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes Action Cannot close door. The baskets are not correctly positioned. Check that the baskets are correctly positioned horizontally. Check that the dishes are not blocking the baskets from sliding properly into place. The touch buttons do not react when You have pressed the touch buttons pressed. too soon after opening the door. Wait a moment then try again. Dirt on the touch buttons. Clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Child lock (button lock) activated.
Technical information Information for test institute Energy standard USA: Energy label FTC, 10 CFR Part 430 Wash performance ANSI/AHAM DW-1-2005 CAN: Energy label CSA C 373-04 Program for test: Normal wash 130 °F (55 °C), No Options Dosages during testing Rinse aid dosage: 3 Loading for wash performance test Upper basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW-1 Lower basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW-1 Technical data Height: 32-1/4'' - 34'' (819-864 mm) Width: 24" (610 mm) Depth: 22-7/8" (581 mm
Service It is important to register your product warranty by logging onto "http://www.askousa.com/customer-care/registermy-appliance/" and filling out all required fields within 90 days from the date of purchase. After doing so, you will be e-mailed a certificate that will extend the original warranty for one additional year.
Service Warranty ASKO Appliances Inc. will not pay for: How to contact ASKO Appliances Inc. 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. Write to us at: 2.
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Quick guide 1 Load the baskets Do not rinse dishes under running water before loading them in the dishwasher. Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher. 2 3 Add detergent The detergent compartment has one smaller compartment for the prewash and one for the main wash. Check that the spray arms can rotate freely 4 5 6 Press the main power switch and close the door Select a program and any options Press Start Item No.: 8090770. Rev. 03. We reserve the right to make changes.
