user manual Dishwasher ESF 66840
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electrolux 3 • Water in the dishwasher is not for drinking purposes. Detergent residue may still be present in your machine. • Ensure that the door of the dishwasher is always closed when it is not being loaded or unloaded. In this way you will avoid anybody tripping over the open door and hurting themselves. • Do not sit or stand on the open door. Child safety • This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
electrolux 7 Filters 8 Lower spray arm 9 Upper spray arm This dishwasher has an internal light that turns on when the door opens and off when it closes. Internal light equipped with led lamp CLASS 1 in accordance with EN 60825-1: 1994 + A1:2002 + A2:2001. In case this light has to be replaced please contact your local Service Force Centre.
electrolux 5 Indicator lights Salt Comes on when the special salt has run out. 1) 1) The salt and rinse aid indicator lights never come on while a washing programme is running even if filling with salt and/or rinse aid is necessary. Cancel button With this button you can cancel a washing programme or a delay start in progress. Programme selection buttons Press one of these buttons until the programme indicator light of the desired programme comes on.
electrolux Set the water softener The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener designed to remove minerals and salts from the water supply, which would have a detrimental or adverse effect on the operation of the appliance. The higher the content of these minerals and salts, the harder your water is. Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales, German degrees (dH°), French degrees (°TH) and mmol/l (millimol per litre - international unit for the hardness of water).
electrolux 7 5. To memorize the operation, switch off the appliance. Use of dishwasher salt Warning! Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers. All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a dishwasher, especially table salt, will damage the water softener. Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes.
electrolux 40 washing cycles, depending upon the dosage setting. 3. Ensure that the lid is closed after every refill. Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with an absorbent cloth to avoid excess foaming during the next wash. 2. Add the rinse aid in the container. The maximum level for filling is indicated by "max". According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (position 1 minimum dosage, position 6 maximum dosage).
electrolux 9 • Plastic items and pans with non stick coatings have a tendency to retain water drops; these items will not dry as well as porcelain and steel items. • Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must be loaded in the upper basket and arranged so they do not move. For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes are not suitable: are of limited suitability: • Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-of- • Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it is pearls handles.
electrolux If the handles protrude from the bottom of the basket, obstructing the lower spray arm, load the cutlery with the handles facing upwards. Mix spoons with other cutlery to prevent them from sticking together. To make loading of the cutlery basket easier, lower the cutlery basket handle. The cutlery basket is in two parts which can be separated to give greater loading flexibility. To separate the two parts, slide them horizontally in opposite directions and pull them apart.
electrolux 11 Glasses with long stems can be placed upside down in the cup racks. For taller items the cup racks can be folded upwards. Mini cutlery basket The upper basket is supplied with a mini cutlery basket. Caution! NEVER PUT KNIVES IN THE MINI CUTLERY BASKET. THIS WILL PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE APPLIANCE. The mini cutlery basket must only be placed in the front part of the upper basket, on the left or on the right side.
electrolux Caution! BEFORE CLOSING THE DOOR, MAKE SURE THAT THE SPRAY ARMS CAN ROTATE FREELY. Adjusting the height of the upper basket If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position. Maximum height of the dishes in the lower basket Refer to the figures for a correct positioning of the soft spikes. For more loading flexibility, they can be positioned on the left or righthand side of the basket.
electrolux 13 Use of detergent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. Please observe the manufacturer’s dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging. Using no more than the correct amount of detergent contributes to reducing pollution. 3. All programmes with prewash need an additional detergent dose (5/10 g) that must be placed in the prewash detergent chamber (2). This detergent will be used during the prewash phase.
electrolux will occur only after the closure of the door. Until then it is possible to modify the settings 1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms are free to rotate. 2. Check that the water tap is opened. 3. Press the on/off button. The appliance must be in setting mode. 4. Select a washing programme (see 'Washing programmes' chart). When a programme has been selected the corresponding light comes on. Close the appliance door, the programme starts automatically.
electrolux 15 Unloading the dishwasher steel will eventually become cooler than the dishes. • Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. The dishes should therefore be allowed to cool down before removing from the appliance. • Empty the lower basket first and then the upper one; this will avoid water dripping from the upper basket onto the dishes in the lower one.
electrolux Duration (in minutes) 1) Programme Energy (in kWh) Water (in litres) Intensive - 1,8 - 2,0 23 - 25 Quick - 0,9 9 Eco - 1,0 - 1,1 12 - 13 One hour - 1,0 - 1,2 11 - 12 Rinse - 0,1 4 1) The digital display shows the programme duration. The consumption values are intended as a guide and depend on the pressure and the temperature of the water and also by the variations of the power supply and the amount of dishes.
electrolux 17 7. Put the flat filter back in the base of the washing compartment and ensure that it fits perfectly. 8. Place the coarse filter ( A ) in the microfilter ( B ) and press together. 9. Put the filter combination in place and lock by turning the handle clockwise to the stop. During this process ensure that the flat filter does not protrude above the base of the washing compartment. NEVER use the dishwasher without filters.
electrolux Fault codes and malfunction Possible cause and solution • digital display shows The appliance does not drain • The sink spigot is blocked. Clean out the sink spigot. • The water drain hose has not been correctly laid or it is kinked or squashed. Check the water drain hose connection. • digital display shows Anti-flood device is activated • Close the water tap and contact your local Service Force Centre.
electrolux 19 The wash results are not satisfactory Water drops have dried onto glasses and dishes • Increase rinse aid dosage. • The detergent may be the cause. Contact the detergent manufacturer consumer care line. If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre.
electrolux Arrangement cutlery basket Installation Warning! Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person. Remove all packaging before you position the appliance. Position the appliance next to a water tap and a drain. This appliance must be fitted under a kitchen counter or work surface. The dimensions of the recess must be the same as shown in the figure.
electrolux 21 When the appliance is correctly levelled, the door will not catch on the levelling spacers on either side of the cabinet. If the door does not close properly, loosen or tighten the adjustable feet until the machine is perfectly level. Adjusting the height of the plinth Fix to the adjacent units Warning! THE APPLIANCE MUST BE SECURED UNDER THE WORKTOP OR TO THE ADJACENT UNITS USING THE SUPPLIED BRACKETS. FAILURE TO DO THIS CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE. 1.
electrolux Water connection DO NOT use connection hoses which have previously been used on an old appliance. max 85 cm max 400 cm Water inlet connection This appliance can be connected to either a hot (max. 60°) or cold water supply. With a hot water supply you can have a significant reduction of energy consumption. This however, depends on how the hot water is produced. (We suggest alternative sources of energy that are more environmentally friendly as e.g.
electrolux 23 Electrical connection Warning! Safety standards require the appliance to be earthed. Prior to using the appliance for the first time, ensure that the rated voltage and type of supply on the rating plate match that of the supply where the appliance is to be installed. The fuse rating is also to be found on the rating plate. Always plug the mains plug into a correctly installed shockproof socket. Multi-way plugs, connectors and extension cables must not be used.
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