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 Be careful with certain materials Checking water hardness Program key Important safety instructions Winter storage/Transport Overflow guard function Care and maintenance instructions Packing material Disposal Child safety Activate child lock (button lock) Dishwasher components Dishwasher baskets Front panel Detergent/Rinse Aid Dispenser Economic dishwashing Fragile dishes Dishwashing Load the baskets correctly Check that the spray ar
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.
Important safety instructions Disposal • When the machine has reached the end of its service life and is to be disposed of, it should immediately be made unusable. Pull out the power cable and cut it as short as possible. • The dishwasher is manufactured and labeled for recycling. • Contact your municipality for information about where and how your dishwasher can be recycled correctly. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
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* 6 7 1 8 2 7 Status light 3 4 9 5 10 11 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Interior light Middle basket Filters Cutlery basket Detergent compartment Upper basket 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Spray arms Serial number plate Lower basket Rinse aid compartment Panel *Specifications may differ depending on the model and market. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Dishwasher baskets* Upper basket 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 1 1 2 3 Wine glass shelf Handle Knife guard Spray arm Locking handle for upper basket Raising the upper basket 1. Pull out the upper basket. 2. Grab the sides of the upper basket with both hands and lift it up. 4 Lowering the upper basket 1. Pull out the upper basket. 2. While holding the basket, pull out the two locking handles (5) on either side to lower the upper basket. 5 Middle basket 1. Wire basket for cups, small glasses, or bowls 2.
Dishwasher baskets* Lower basket 1. Fold-down bowl support left 2. Fold-down plate support right 3. Forward mount for plate support (used for plates with a diameter greater than 9 3/4" (25 cm)) 4. Handle 2 1 2 1 3 4 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). 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 2 3 Main power switch Program selector Program symbol Display Rinse aid indicator Child lock (button lock) 4 5 6 7 8 9 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Temperature Drying Delayed start Set time (for the Time program) Time saver Start/Stop 10 11 12 NOTE! • The touch buttons only react to use when the door is open. Wait a moment before pressing the touch buttons after opening the door.
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. Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in the upper basket. Wine glasses are placed on the wine glass shelf and knives are placed in the knife stand on the right (if equipped).
Dishwashing The cutlery basket has a fold-down section in the middle for small items, or small shafts, such as electric whisk attachments. See the section Fragile dishes if you want to wash items that may be considered fragile. 2 3 Check that the spray arms can rotate freely Add detergent We recommend that you use only unscented, granular automatic dishwashing detergent. Using the wrong detergent could cause flooding and/or damage your dishwasher. Do not use detergent that has been wet and is clumped.
Dishwashing Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness Water hardness Detergent amounts Soft (0-3 grains per gallon) Prewash 1 teaspoon Main wash 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons Medium (4-8 grains per gallon) Prewash 1 teaspoon Main wash 1 to 2 tablespoons Hard (9+ grains*) Prewash 1 teaspoon Main wash 2 to 3 tablespoons *12 grains and higher is extremely hard water. 16 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Dishwashing 4 5 Press the main power switch until the display lights up Quick wash This program is used for glasses and porcelain that is lightly soiled, such as coffee cups. Select the program Press the Program selector one or more times until the desired program symbol appears on the display. Super Quick Short program lasting about 15 minutes with acceptable results for very lightly soiled dishes. Time program The program adapts to the specified running time or finish time.
Dishwashing Mixed wash Rinse & Dry This dishwashing program is used when you have lightly soiled dishes in the upper basket and heavily soiled dishes in the lower basket. This program adds a prewash and has a longer program time than Lower half. This program consists of a rinse with heating and drying. This is a suitable program if, for example, you plan to make jam and want to rinse and heat clean glass jars. Rinse & Hold Use to rinse dishes while you wait for the dishwasher to become fully loaded.
150 130 - 2 1 0 1 1 1 2 0 0 - - - - - - Daily wash Quick wash Super Quick Delicate wash - - Normal wash Eco wash Upper half Lower half Mixed wash Rinse & Dry Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com Rinse & Hold - - 130 130 120 105 85 85 140 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 2-3 - 120 140 140 140 130 120 - - 150 150 120 140 max.
Dishwashing 6 Select options To select an option, press one of the option buttons. The field under 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. An exception is the Delayed start option. Temperature The Temperature option button allows you to select a higher or lower temperature for the main wash.
Dishwashing Stopping or changing a program 8 After dishwashing If you want to change programs after starting the dishwasher, open the door then press and hold Start/Stop for three seconds. Add more detergent if the lid of the detergent dispenser has opened. Then choose a new program, press Start/Stop, and close the door. Do you want to add more dishes? Open the door. The dishwasher stops automatically. Add the dishes, close the door, and the dishwasher resumes the program.
Settings Settings menu overview: Current menu. Current selection. Browse selections. Confirm selection and open next menu. Do as follows to open the settings menu: 1. Turn off the dishwasher using the main power switch. Then press the main power switch again. PROG + 2. Press the Program selector and Drying buttons simultaneously.
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.
Status light The status light at the bottom on the dishwasher provides information by means of 3 different colors. Adjust the status light so that it is seen clearly by pulling out or pushing in the transparent plastic strip. Status light Blue Load more. The program has started, but you can still load more dishes. Red Do not load. You should not load more dishes (risk of poor dishwashing result). Flashing red This indicates a fault. See further in the sections Error messages and Troubleshooting.
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 NOTE! The dishwasher must not be used without the filter in place! Dishwashing efficiency can be affected if the coarse filter is incorrectly fitted. Drain pump If the dishwasher still does not start and a whirring sound is heard, the overflow protection has been triggered. • Shut off the water. • Unplug the unit from the power outlet. • Call the Customer Care Center. NOTE! The pump can be accessed from inside the dishwasher. 1.
Care and maintenance instructions Upper spray arm 1. Pull out the basket. 2. Unscrew the spray arm bearings as illustrated to remove the spray arm from the upper basket. 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. Spray arm bearings 3. Clean the upper spray arm in the same manner as the lower spray arm. 4.
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. Top up with rinse aid The rinse aid dispenser can be adjusted between 0 (off) and 6. At the factory, the rinse aid dispenser is set to 1. Increase the rinse aid dosage: • If the dishes have water marks. 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.
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. 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 Press and hold the main power switch power switch. until the display lights up. 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, and that the middle basket's water connector is in line with its spray pipe. 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. Dirt on the touch buttons. Wait a moment then try again.
Performance information 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 Loading for wash performance test Upper basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW-1 Lower basket with 10 place settings AHAM DW-1 Ensure the upper basket is set to its lowest position.
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: 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.
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 until the display lights up Select a program and any options Press Start/Stop and close the door Item No.: 8090979. Rev. 01.
