Makes the difference Instructions for the use and care of your BDW 204 Dishwasher
Contents For the user For the installer Important safety information 3 Description of the appliance 4 The control panel 5 Before use Rinse aid Use of detergent 6 6 7 Using your appliance Loading your appliance 8 8 Hints and tips 10 Hints for test centres 11 Washing programmes 12 Operating sequence 13 Maintenance and cleaning Internal cleaning Cleaning the central filters Cleaning the large filter External cleaning Prolonged periods of non-operation Frost precautions Moving the machine 1
Important safety information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant safety information. This information has been provided in the interest of safety.
Description of the appliance 13 1 12 2 3 11 4 5 10 6 9 8 7 IN83 1. Levelling spacers 10. Central filters 2. Upper basket stop 11. Upper basket 3. Upper spray arm 12. Water inlet funnel 4. Lower spray arm 13. Worktop 5. Large filter 6. Detergent dispenser 7. Control panel 8. Rating plate 9.
The control panel 1 2 3 4 1. On/Off indicator light 5 6 7 5. Programme marker This comes on when the On/Off button is depressed, indicating that the machine is on. 6. Programme selector dial To select a programme, turn the programme selector dial clockwise, making sure that the programme letter you wish to select corresponds with the programme marker on the control panel. 2.
Before use Before using your dishwasher for the first time: 1. ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions 2. remove all packaging from inside the appliance 3. fill the rinse aid container. Rinse aid Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring through rinsing, spot and streak free drying.
Use of detergent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. To fill the dishwasher with powder detergent proceed as follows: 1. Open the dispenser lid by pulling the catch (D). D 2. Add the detergent according to the recommendations in the programme chart. As all detergents are not the same, you should also consult the instructions on the packet specially for tablets.
Using your appliance Loading your appliance Before placing dishes in the machine, remove any scraps of food, to avoid clogging the filters and consequently reducing the performance. Do not load very small items which can fall through the baskets. Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes. The lower basket The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates (up to 27 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cutlery etc.
The upper basket The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses. Glasses with long stems can be placed upside down in the raised cup racks. Larger plates must be loaded in the front part of the upper basket. Light items (plastic bowls etc.) should be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they do not move.
Hints and tips To save energy Items not suitable for dishwashers: Place dishes in the machine immediately after every meal and wait until the dishwasher is full before washing.
Hints for test centres Before starting any test it is necessary to fill completely with salt the salt container and with rinse aid the rinse aid dispenser.
Washing programmes Programme Degree of soil and type of load Normal with prewash Normal soil. Crockery and cutlery Normal no prewash Starting position of the programmer Required pushbuttons Recommended quantity of detergent in the dispenser on the dispenser lid Cycle description Cold prewash Main wash up to 65°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse Hot air drying A On Off 25 g 5g Light soil.
Operating sequence 1. Check the filters 9. Ensure they are clean and properly positioned (see cleaning instructions). 2. Check that there is rinse aid 3. Load the dishes Depress the On/Off button. The On/Off indicator light will come on and the machine will start. If you wish to interrupt the wash programme at any time press the button again. 10. At the end of the washing programme Remove any scraps of food. Pull the lower basket out and arrange the saucepans, plates and cutlery in it.
Maintenance and cleaning Internal cleaning Ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth. We recommend you carry out a maintenance wash every three months, by running a 65°C programme without dishes using detergent. Cleaning the central filters (after each wash) Inspect the central filters (B) and (C) and remove any scraps of food with a brush, under running water.
External cleaning Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc....). Prolonged periods of non-operation If you are not using the machine for any period of time you are advised to: 1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water; 2. Fill the rinse aid dispenser; 3. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any unpleasant smells; 4.
Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. Symptom Solution The machine will not start ● The door has not been properly closed. ● The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket. ● There is not current at the socket. ● Ensure the water tap is open.
If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre, quoting the model and serial number. This information can be found on the rating plate located on the right hand side of the dishwasher door (see picture). Service and spare parts Prod.No. ........ Ser. No. ......... Mod. ........ RA01 This product should be serviced by an authorised Service engineer, and only genuine spare parts should be used.
Installation instruction Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
Water supply connections This dishwasher may be fed with either hot (max. 60°C) or cold water. Nevertheless we advise you a cold water supply. A hot water supply is not always efficient with very soiled crockery as it shortens the washing programmes a lot. The water pressure must be within the limits given in the technical specifications. Your local Water Authority will advise you on the average mains pressure in your area.
Water outlet hose connection The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following ways: 2 3 Ø Ø 2. Hooked over the edge of the sink using the special curved plastic guide provided. 18 21 1 min 4 cm 1. To the sink outlet siphon, securing it if necessary with a clip. The waste connection must be at a height of between 30 cm (minimum) and 100 cm (maximum) from the bottom of the dishwasher. min 30 cm max 100 cm max 100 cm 3.
Adjusting the worktop You can move the worktop forward or backward by 25 mm in order to align the machine with other kitchen units. Simply unscrew the two rear retaining screws, move the top to the required position and then retighten the screws. Fitting under a counter IN03 (kitchen worktop or sink) By removing the machine’s worktop, you can install it under a close fitting sink unit or a pre-existing top, providing the dimensions of the recess correspond to those shown in the picture.
Fitting a decor panel on the door The door of this machine has frames for fitting a plastic laminate decor panel in the colour required to match the dishwasher with the rest of the kitchen furnitur. If you wish to do this you must provide the panel yourself, that must have the following dimensions: Width: Height: Max thickness: 588 mm 586 mm 4 mm To fit the panel Take the door frame off after removing the retaining screws around the edge.
Sales information NSW & ACT HEAD OFFICE 38 Binney Road Marayong NSW 2148 PO Box 6537 Delivery Centre Blacktown NSW 2148 Telephone: (02) 9621 8488 Facsimile: (02) 9676 8549 Sales Office and Showroom 331 Pacific Highway Crows Nest NSW 2065 Phone: (02) 8825 9494 Facsimile: (02) 9674 8757 New Address as of 1st Jan.
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