Dishwasher TFE3 Series Instructions for Use POWER 3 in 1 DELAY 1 2 LIGHT 4 GLASSWARE 5 HEAVY NORMAL 3 RINSE 7 PRE-RINSE QUICK 30 6 0120505889A HDW9-TFE3WH HDW9-TFE3SS en
Index en Safety information Installation Getting to know your appliance How to fill the rinse aid container How to fill the detergent dispenser Non-Dishwasher Items Arranging crockery, glasses, etc. in the dishwasher Programme overview Washing dishes Care & Maintenance Trouble shooting Technical data Important information 2 4 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 20 22 27 27 Disposal The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Safety information en At time of delivery Check packaging and dishwasher immediately for signs of transport damage. If the appliance is damaged, do not use it and contact the retailer or our approved customer service department without delay. Please dispose of packaging materials properly. During installation Unpack the dishwasher and connect in accordance with the installation instructions. The dishwasher must not be connected to the electricity supply while installation is being carried out.
en If your family includes children or the infirm The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Keep detergents out of the reach of children. If a fault occurs If the appliance malfunctions, turn off the water supply to the appliance, switch it off and disconnect the plug from the wall socket. Then, consult the section entitled "Trouble shooting". If you cannot solve the problem, contact a service centre.
Installation en Before you start Safety and compliance These instructions are intended as a guide only. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that installation complies with applicable regulations and local government by-laws. Installation must be performed by a suitably qualified person. Incorrect installation or malfunctioning resulting from incorrect installation are not covered by warranty. Carefully read through the ‘Safety and warnings’ section of this document.
en Product and cabinetry dimensions F B C E G A D Product dimensions(mm) A overall height of product with top panel in place with top panel removed* B overall width of product 450 C overall depth of product 600 D depth of open door (measured from front of kickstrip) 595 850 (min) -870 (max)** 820 (min) -840 (max)** Cabinetry dimensions(mm) E inside height of cavity with top panel in place with top panel removed* F inside width of cavity 455 G inside depth of cavity 605 855 (min) -87
en Preparing the product and cabinetry The top panel may be removed to suit underbench cavity height. See the illustrations below. 1 2 3 Important! To prevent possible steam damage to the cabinetry, ensure that any bare wood surrounding the dishwasher is sealed with an oil-based paint or moisture-proof polyurethane. Services can be located either side of the dishwasher. Ensure that the services hole has a minimum diameter of 50 mm.
en Levelling and positioning the dishwasher Before sliding the dishwasher into position, adjust the feet with a spanner (1) to ensure that the dishwasher is level (2) and the required height. Do not lift the dishwasher from the door handle or top panel. Position the dishwasher in the cavity, ensuring that the hoses and power cord don’t get bent, crimped, or trapped under the dishwasher in the process (3).
en Plumbing -- Waste connection These drainage options are designed to eliminate problems that occur with combined sink-dishwasher waste systems. Drainage option A: Separate sink and dishwasher waste systems The standpipe must have a minimum diameter of 38 mm and stand 750 mm above the floor. Use the supplied drain hose support to hold the drain hose in place in the standpipe. Important! We do not recommend connecting the drain hose or drain pipe directly to a built-in waste disposal unit. min.
en Plumbing -- Water inlet connection Important! The appliance should be connected to the water main using the new water inlet hose supplied. Old hoses should not be used. Do not shorten the inlet hose. 1 2 Take note of water connection requirements. The dishwasher has a single valve water connection. We recommend a cold water connection for best performance and energy efficiency. The incoming water temperature should not exceed 60 o C. Take note of the permitted water pressure extremes. Lowest: 0.
en Electrical connection The dishwasher must not be connected to the electrical supply while installation is being carried out. Ensure all domestic wiring is properly earthed. Check the rating label and ensure that the voltage and frequency values for the current in the house correspond to those on the rating label. Insert the plug into a properly earthed power outlet that has a disconnection switch. Important! The earthing of the appliance is a safety requirement mandated by law.
Getting to know your appliance en Close-up view (control panel) A C E POWER 3 in 1 H 1 DELAY 2 B A B C D E D F HEAVY NORMAL 3 LIGHT 4 GLASSWARE 5 QUICK 30 6 RINSE 7 PRE-RINSE J G I F G H I J ON-OFF Indicator ON-OFF Button "3 in 1" Indicator "3 in 1" Button Delayed Start Indicator Delayed Start Button Time-remaining Indicator Low Rinse Aid Indicator Heater Indicator Programme Selection Dial Dishwasher interior a c b h e d g a Upper Rack 11 f i j b Lower Rack f Washing Filte
en How to fill the rinse aid container Rinse aid This product makes dishes sparkle and helps them to dry without spotting. The dispenser is located on the inside panel of the door. When the low rinse aid indicator lights up on the control panel (see Fig.A), you must add rinse aid. H Fig.A Adding rinse aid Regardless of the type of detergent dispenser installed on your appliance, you must proceed as indicated below when loading the rinse aid.
How to fill the detergent dispenser en Detergent Detergent specifically intended for use with dishwashers must be used. The dispenser must be refilled before the start of each wash cycle following the instructions provided in the "Programme overview". The detergent dispenser is located on the inside panel of the door. 5 4 Fig.C Adding detergent To open cover "4" on the dispenser, press button "5". See Fig C and D. The detergent for the wash cycle should be poured into compartment"6“.
Non-Dishwasher Items en What you should not put into the dishwasher Cutlery and tableware manufactured in whole or part from wood. These will become faded and deteriorate quickly. Furthermore, the adhesives that are used are not suitable for the temperature inside the dishwasher. Delicate decorative glassware and vases, special antique or irreplaceable china. The decorative patterns on such items will not be dishwasher-proof.
Loading the Dishwasher en Before placing the dishes in the dishwasher, remove the larger food scraps to prevent the filter from becoming clogged.If the pots and pans have baked-on food that is extremely hard to remove,we recommend they are soaked before washing. This will eliminate the need for extra wash cycles. Pull out the rack to load the dishwasher. Lower Rack The lower rack Place the most difficult to clean items on the bottom rack: pots, pans,lids, serving dishes and bowls.
Programme overview Wash programme Detergent Description of cycle Types of load Prewash Very dirty dishes, HEAVY NORMAL LIGHT GLASSWARE QUICK 30 RINSE PRE-RINSE en Extended 5g 25g Normal load of dirty Pre-wash use cold water. dishes, pots and Extended wash at 55°C. Rinse with cold water. pans, Standard daily Rinse with hot water. cycle. Drying. 5g 20g Pre-wash use cold water. Lightly soiled deli- Extended wash at 45°C. Rinse with cold water. cate items. Rinse with hot water. Drying.
Washing dishes en Programme selection The most appropriate programme can be identified by comparing the type of crockery, cutlery, etc., and the amount and condition of food residue, with the details contained in the programme overview. The corresponding programme sequence, duration and consumption details are shown in the right half of the overview. For example: Use the “normal” programme for dishes and utensils that are not heavily soiled, and are typically a mix of plates, glasses and cutlery.
en End of programme Six beeps will indicate that the wash cycle has finished and the indicator light "A" comes on. Switching the dishwasher OFF Several minutes after the programme has ended: Set On-Off button to Off. Open the door. Remove dishes, etc. when they have cooled down. Notice: If the programme is already underway press the ON-OFF button "B" for 3 seconds. All of the settings will be cancelled. Interrupting the programme Open the door.
en After 3 seconds the delayed start indicator "E" blinks. The time-remaining indicator "G" will also blink. The programme will start when both lights fade. Cancelling or modifying a cycle A cycle that is underway can be modified if it has only been running for a short time. Otherwise, the detergent may have already been used and the appliance may have already drained the wash water. If this is the case, the detergent dispenser must be refilled (see the paragraph entitled, "Adding Detergent").
Care & Maintenance en After every wash After every wash leave the door slightly ajar so that moisture and odours are not trapped inside. Remove the plug Before cleaning or performing maintenance, always switch off the machine and remove the plug from the socket. No solvents or abrasive cleaning products To clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher, do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. It is recommended that you use only a cloth and warm soapy water.
Care and maintenance en Regular inspection and maintenance of your appliance helps to prevent problems from occurring. This saves time and aggravation. You should therefore carefully inspect the inside of your dishwasher from time to time. Overall condition of appliance Check that no grease or scale has accumulated on the inside of the dishwasher. If you discover any deposits: Clean the interior of the dishwasher thoroughly with a dishwasher detergent solution.
en Spray arms Lime scale and food residue in the wash water can block the nozzles in the spray arms "10" and "11" and the arm mountings (see Figs. J and K). Inspect the nozzles in the spray arms for holes blocked due to food residue. If necessary, pull the lower arm "11" upwards and lift it off. Unscrew the upper spray arm "10". Clean both spray arms under running water. Refit the spray arms. Ensure that the lower arm has locked into place and the upper one is screwed in tight.
Trouble shooting en Resolving minor problems yourself Experience has shown that you can resolve most problems that arise during normal daily usage yourself without having to call out a service engineer. Not only does this save costs, but it also means that the appliance is available for use again that much sooner. The following list of common occurrences and their remedies should help you resolve most problems. ...
en When the buzzer emits 10 short warning signals every 30 seconds and the time-remaining indicator displays"E4" Have you checked whether: POWER 3 in 1 DELAY The drain hose is creased or kinked. The drain hose is too high. When the buzzer emits 10 short warning signals every 30 seconds and the time-remaining indicator displays"E5" Have you checked whether: The water is turned on and the hose is connected properly. The water supply to the house is on and has sufficient pressure.
en Water remains inside appliance after programme has ended. Blockage or kink in drainage hose. Pump is jammed. Filters are blocked. The programme is still running. Wait for the programme to end. ...during washing Unusual amount of foam is created Normal washing up liquid has been poured into the rinse-aid container. Remove any spilled rinse aid with a cloth as it could otherwise lead to excessive foaming during the next washing cycle.
en Plastic items are discoloured Not enough detergent was added to dispenser. Detergent has insufficient bleaching properties. Use a detergent containing a chemical bleaching agent. White stains are left on crockery, glasses have a milky appearance Not enough detergent was added to dispenser compartment. Amount of rinse-aid was set too low. Water softener was set too low. If you used a phosphate-free detergent, try a detergent containing phosphates and compare results Dishes, cutlery, etc.
Technical data en Width 450 mm Depth 600 mm Height 850 mm Capacity Mains water pressure Power voltage Maximum current intensity Total absorbed power 9 standard place settings 0.03-1.0MPa 220-240V~ 50Hz 10A 1950W Important information Notes on waste disposal Old appliances still have some residual value. An environment-friendly method of disposal will ensure that valuable raw materials can be recovered and used again.
