User Instructions Dishwasher VA6011HT
Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Above all please observe the safety instructions on the first few pages ofthese user instructions! Please keep these user instructions for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner of the appliance. 1 0 The warning triangle and/or specific words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!) are used to highlight instructions that are important for your safety or for the function of the appliance.
Contents CONTENTS Operating Instructions .................................... 5 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Economical and Ecological Dishwashing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Appliance Features, Display and Control Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents What to do, when ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...Error messages are displayed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...problems occur during use of the dishwasher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...the wash results are not satisfactory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 36 38 38 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Instructions The safety aspects of ATAG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. Nevertheless, as a manufacturer we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information: Installation, Connection and Placing into Operation • The dishwasher may only be transported upright. • Check the dishwasher for transport damage.
Operating Instructions General Safety • Repairs to the dishwasher are only to be carried out by qualified service engineers. Improper repairs can give rise to significant hazards for the user. If your appliance needs repairing, please contact customer service or your dealer. • Never place the dishwasher in operation if the mains cable, water inlet or drain hose is damaged; or the control panel, work top or plinth area is damaged such that the inside of the appliance is freely accessible.
Operating Instructions • Do not sit or stand on the open door, the appliance may tip over. • In the event of a fault, first close the tap, then switch off the appliance and unplug it from the mains. If the appliance is permanently wired to the mains: switch off the fuse(s) or unscrew them. Disposal 2 Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc.
Operating Instructions 2 Economical and Ecological Dishwashing • Only connect the dishwasher to the hot water supply if your hot water is not electrically heated. • Ensure that the water softener is correctly adjusted. • Do not pre-rinse dishes under running water. • When you wash a small load, the load sensor calculates the amount of water necessary and shortens the programme. It is more economical to always wash with a full load.
Operating Instructions Appliance Features, Display and Control Fields Top Spray Nozzle Rubber Seal for Connecting the Water Feed to the Spray Arm Spray Arms Water Hardness Switch Container for Special Salt Container for Rinse Aid Detergent Dispenser Display and Control Fields Rating plate Filters 9
Operating Instructions Display and control field Multi-display Function buttons 1 2 Set start delay 3 Indicators ON/OFF button 4 Control field The control field comprises the cycle programme buttons and their LED indicators and the button used to set the start delay.
Operating Instructions Prior to using for the first time Prior to using for the first time, remove all the clips with which the dish racks are secured for transport. Then perform the following steps: 0 1. Adjust the water softener 2. Fill with Special Salt for the Water Softener 3. Fill with Rinse Aid 3 Special salt and rinse aid must not be added if you use 3-in-1 detergent tablets. Water softener To avoid scale deposits on the dishes and in the dishwasher, the dishes must be washed with soft water, i.
Operating Instructions 1) The water hardness will only be indicated acoustically if the acoustic signal has been activated. 2) (°d) German degree, measure of the hardness of water 3) [mmol/l] millimol per litre, international unit for the hardness of water 4) On this setting the length of the dishwashing cycle may be slightly longer.
Operating Instructions Special salt for the water softener 3 If the water hardness in your area is less than 4 °d, then the water in your dishwasher does not need to be softened and you do not need to use special salt or salt substitute. Water can be softened in one of two ways: • If you are using dishwasher detergent that already contains salt substitute, the detergent only is put into the detergent compartment.
Operating Instructions Adding special salt If you are using dishwasher detergent and special salt separately, add the special salt: – Before using the dishwasher for the first time. – When the indicator for special salt J is illuminated on the control panel. 0 1. Open the door, remove the lower rack. 2. Undo the lid on the salt container by turning it anticlockwise. 3. Only when using for the first time: fill the salt container with water. 4. Place the funnel supplied on the container opening.
Operating Instructions Filling with Rinse Aid Rinse aid ensures that your dishes gleam and are free from spots, and that you glasses are clear. 1 Use only branded rinse aid for dishwashers. Never fill the rinse aid container with any another substance (e.g. concentrated vinegar). This would damage the appliance. Fill with rinse aid: – Prior to using the dishwasher for the first time – When the RINSE AID indicator H on the control panel is illuminated.
Operating Instructions Adjusting Rinse Aid Dosing 3 As the dishes are washed rinse aid is released from the dispenser into the wash water. The dose is factory set at 4, and can be adjusted from 1 to 6. Only change the setting if streaks, milky spots or dried on water marks are visible on glasses or crockery. 0 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. 2. Press the rinse aid compartment release button with your finger. 3. Fully open the rinse aid compartment lid. 4. Set the dose level. 5.
Operating Instructions The multi-display will indicate the current setting: 0 b Acoustic signal deactivated 1 b Acoustic signal activated (ex-factory setting) 5. Pressing function button 3 will change the setting. 6. Once the multi-display is indicating the required setting, press the ON/OFF button. The setting is now saved.
Operating Instructions In Daily Use • Is it necessary to refill with special salt or rinse aid? • Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher • Fill with dishwasher detergent • Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes • Start the wash programme Loading cutlery and dishes 1 Sponges, household cloths and any object that can absorb water may not be washed in the dishwasher.
Operating Instructions Loading Cutlery Long, pointed items of cutlery in the cutlery rack are a hazard, particularly to children (see Safety Instructions). To ensure that all items of cutlery are completely washed, you should 0 1. Place the grid insert on the cutlery rack 2. Place short knives, forks and spoons in the grid insert with their handles pointing downwards. 3. For larger items of cutlery, e.g. a whisk, half of the top for the cutlery basket can be left off.
Operating Instructions Loading Pans, Frying Pans and Large Plates Load large and heavily soiled dishes in the lower rack (Plates up to 29cm in diameter). Your dishwasher has one of the following two types of lower rack: Type 1: The right-hand plate inserts in the lower rack can be folded across one another 3 To ease the loading of large items, the two right-hand plate inserts in the lower rack can be folded across one another.
Operating Instructions Loading Cups, Glasses and Coffee Services Load small, delicate items and long pointed cutlery in the upper rack. • Arrange items of crockery on the folding cups racks so that they are offset from each other and water can reach all items. • The cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall items. • Lay or hang wine, champagne, and brandy glasses in the cut outs on the cup racks. • Glasses, beakers, etc. can also be placed on the two rows of prongs on the left of the upper rack.
Operating Instructions Adjusting the height of the upper basket Maximum height of dishes in the 3 Upper basket Lower basket with upper basket raised 22 cm 30 cm with upper basket lowered 24 cm 29 cm The height of the baskets can also be adjusted when they are loaded. Depending on the model, your appliance is provided with one of the following types of upper basket: Type 1 Raising / Lowering the upper basket 1. Pull out the upper basket completely. 2.
Operating Instructions Filling with detergent 1 Only use detergent specifically designed for domestic dishwashers. Fill with detergent: – Prior to using the dishwasher (do not use with the programme ‘pre wash’). Detergent is automatically added during the programme. Please observe the instructions with regard to dosage and storage as detailed on the detergent’s packaging. The detergent compartment is located on the inside of the dishwasher door. 0 1. If the lid is closed: press the release button (1).
Operating Instructions Use of ‘Combined detergent tablets’. Important instructions Detergent tablets which combine the function of detergent, rinse aid and salt are available. 0 1. Should you use this type of detergent, please check whether the hardness of the tap water is in accordance with the details as stated on the packaging material and / or whether the product is suitable for use. 2. Should you use this type of detergent the manufacturer’s instructions are to be observed strictly.
Operating Instructions Concentrated detergents Based on the chemical composition the dishwasher detergents can be subdivided in two groups: – conventional alkaline detergents containing caustic substances – concentrated dishwasher detergents, slightly alkaline and containing natural enzymes 2 Use of a dishwasher programme on a temperature of 50 °C and whilst using a concentrated detergent is environmental friendly and extends the life span of the crockery, for the 50 °C-programmes are specially matched t
Operating Instructions Automatic Wash Programmes During the AUTOMATIC programmes the amount of soiling on the dishes is determined by how cloudy the water is. If the appliance is partially loaded and the dishes lightly soiled, the “pre wash”, “main wash” and “rinsing” elements of the programme are shorter and the water consumption level is lower.
Operating Instructions Selecting the dishwashing cycle (Cycle Table) Choose the most suitable dishwashing cycle with the aid of this table: Type of dishes Dinner service and cooking items Including - Type of soil- • heavily soiled ing • dried-on left-overs, in particular egg white and thickeners Suitable dishwashing cycle: Cycle sequence 1) Consumption values: 2) Length 4) • normally soiled • dried-on leftovers Dishes excluding saucepans Coffee service and dessert dishes - including fragile gla
Operating Instructions Selecting a programme When your dishes look like this, select: an intensive programme. a normal or energy-saving programme.
Operating Instructions Starting a dishwashing cycle 0 1. Check that the dishes and cutlery are stacked in the dishwasher in such a way that the spray arms are free to rotate. 2. Turn on the tap fully. 3. Press the ON/OFF button. The LED indicators for all programme buttons (and the button for the delay start timer if present) light up. The LED indicators and any option buttons that are present only light up if they are activated. 4. Press the relevant button for the cycle required (see “Cycle Table”).
Operating Instructions After several seconds only the indicator for the new dishwashing cycle will be flashing. 3. Release the cycle button. 4. Close the dishwasher door. The newly selected dishwashing cycle will commence from the beginning. Interrupting the dishwashing cycle by opening the dishwasher door 0 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. The dishwashing cycle will stop. 2. Close the dishwasher door. The dishwashing cycle will continue. Aborting the dishwashing cycle 0 1.
Operating Instructions Changing the start delay: As long as the dishwashing cycle has not started, you are still able to cancel the start delay by pressing the Y button. Cancelling the start delay: As long as the dishwashing cycle has not started you are still able to cancel the start delay. Continue pressing the Y button until the length of the selected cycle appears in the multi-display. The selected dishwashing cycle will begin immediately after the dishwasher door has been closed.
Operating Instructions Switching off the dishwasher If the acoustic signal has been enabled, a continuous tone will sound for 15 seconds at the end of the dishwashing cycle. If the dishwasher door is not opened, the acoustic signal will repeat after 3 minutes and again after 6 minutes. Hot steam may escape if the door is opened immediately after the cycle has ended. Therefore: 0 1. Open the door carefully. 2. Switch off the dishwasher by pressing the ON/OFF button. All display indicators will go out.
Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning 1 Do not under any circumstances use furniture care products or aggressive cleaners. • If necessary, clean the controls only with a soft cloth and pure warm water. • Occasionally check the internal containers, door seal, and water inlet for soiling, clean if necessary. Cleaning the filters 3 The filters must be regularly checked and cleaned. Dirty filters will spoil the wash results. 1. Open the door and remove the lower basket. 2.
Operating Instructions 5. Remove the flat filter (3) from the base of the washing compartment and clean both surfaces thoroughly. 6. Re-insert the flat filter. 7. Place the fine filter in the micro-filter and fit the two together. 8. Insert the filter system in place and lock it by turning the handle clockwise as far as it will go. Ensure that the flat filter does not protrude above the base of the washing compartment. 1 Under no circumstances may the dishwasher be used without its filters.
Operating Instructions Upper basket spray arm 1. To remove upper basket spray arm, tilt it down hard. 2. Clean spray arms jets. 3. Place cleaned upper basket spray arm back in position against the connecting piece: press the two together firmly, until you feel them snap into place. Bottom spray arm 1. To remove bottom spray arm, pull it upwards out of its catch. 2. Clean spray arm jets. 3.
Operating Instructions What to do, when ... Try to rectify minor faults on the dishwasher with the aid of the instructions given here. If you call in customer service to resolve one of the malfunctions listed here, or rectify an error made in the operation of the appliance, the customer service engineer’s visit is not free of charge, even during the period of guarantee. ...Error messages are displayed.
Operating Instructions Malfunction Two short continuously repeated warning tones can be heard; the cycle display for the selected cycle is flashing; error code Å 20 is displayed in the multi-display. Possible cause Remedy The siphon is blocked. Clean out siphon. The water drain hose has not been correctly laid. Check hose installation. Three short continuously repeated warning tones The leak prevention sys- Turn off the tap and contact can be heard, error tem has been triggered. customer service.
Operating Instructions ...problems occur during use of the dishwasher. Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy The door of the dishwasher is Shut the door. not closed properly. Mains plug is not plugged in. Insert mains plug. The programme does not start. House fuse is defective. Replace fuse. In the case of dishwasher models with start delay timer: A start delay is selected. If dishes are to be washed immediately cancel delay start timer. The washing compartment is made from rust-free stainless steel.
Operating Instructions There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating on glasses and dishes. – Lower rinse aid dosing. There are dried water drops on the glasses and dishes. – Increase rinse aid dosing. – The detergent may be the cause. Contact the detergent manufacturer’s customer advisor. Technical Data Capacity: 12 place settings including serving dishes Permitted Water Pressure: 1-10 bar (=10-100 N/cm2 = 0.1-1.
Operating Instructions Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see Programme Table). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively and using the test programme (see Programme Table). Full Load: 12 place settings incl. serving dishes Half Load: 6 place settings incl.
Installation and Connection Instructions INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted to ensure that it is stable and level. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the appliance to that of surrounding units extend the threaded feet by unscrewing: – use a screwdriver.
Installation and Connection Instructions Connecting the Dishwasher Water Connection The dishwasher is fitted with safety devices that prevent the wash water returning into the drinking water system and comply with the applicable plumbing regulations. • The dishwasher can be connected to cold and hot water supplies up to max. 60 °C. • The dishwasher must not be connected to open hot water appliances or instantaneous water heaters.
Installation and Connection Instructions 3 The following section is only applicable to dishwashers that have a safety valve on the threaded hose fitting for the tap: Water inlet hose with safety valve After connecting the double-walled water inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap. Therefore the water inlet hose is only under pressure while the water is running.
Installation and Connection Instructions Water drain Drain hose 1 The drain hose must not be kinked, crushed or entangled. • Connecting the drain hose: – Maximum permitted height: 0,85 metre. – Minimum required height 40 cm above the lower edge of the machine. Extension hoses • Extension hoses are available from your dealer or customer service. The internal diameter of the extension hoses must be 19 mm to ensure that the function of the appliance is not impeded.
Installation and Connection Instructions Leak prevention system To avoid damage caused by water leakage, the dishwasher is equipped with a leak prevention system. In the event of a fault, the safety valve in the appliance immediately interrupts the inflow of water and the drain pump is activated. In this way water can neither escape nor overflow. Any remaining water in the appliance is automatically pumped out. In the event of a fault when the appliance is switched on, a buzzing tone can also be heard.
Installation and Connection Instructions Connections The water inlet and drain hoses, as well as the mains cable must be connected beside the dishwasher as there is insufficient space behind the appliance. The plumbing and electrical installation example given below can only be regarded as a recommendation; the actual situation where the dishwasher is to be installed will define the exact installation (available connections, local electricity and water board regulations for connecting up appliances, etc.).
Service SERVICE In the section "What to do, if..." the most important sources of faults that you can rectify yourself are summarised. If, nevertheless, you call in customer service to resolve a problem listed in these instruction, or because of an error made in operating the appliance, the customer service engineer’s visit is not free of charge, even during the warranty period. If you can not find any information on a specific malfunction in these operating instructions, please contact customer service.
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