Operating Instructions Outdoor 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.
Contents Before washing for the first time Read the operating instructions Be careful with certain materials Checking water hardness Program key Important safety instructions Outdoor use Winter storage Transport Overflow guard function Sealing tape Care and maintenance instructions Packing material Disposal Child safety Activate child lock (button lock) Dishwasher components Dishwasher baskets 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 Select the program Select options After dishwashing Settings Time remaining Care and mainte
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. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 4 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 Activate child lock (button lock) TIP! Dishwasher detergents and rinse aids are corrosive, so always keep them out of reach of children. • • • • • • 6 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. Seek medical advice immediately: Call the National Capital Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222. Always close the door and start the dishwasher as soon as you put in the detergent.
Dishwasher components* 5 6 1 7 6 2 3 8 4 9 10 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Knife basket Filters Cutlery basket Detergent compartment Upper basket 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 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 Lower basket 1. Fold-down bowl support left 2.
Dishwasher baskets* 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. High temperature Long dry Delayed start Set time (for the Time program) Time saver Start/Stop 10 11 12 NOTE! • • • 10 The touch buttons only react to use when the door is open.
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. See the section Fragile dishes if you want to wash items that may be considered fragile. Upper basket and knife basket Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates, and saucers in the upper basket.
Dishwashing NOTE! NOTE! We recommend that you do not add prewash detergent for the programs Quick wash or Refresh wash. Use only dishwasher detergent! Liquid hand-washing detergent must not be used as the foam that forms prevents the dishwasher from operating effectively. Dishwasher tablets NOTE! If you use a dishwashing detergent with a rinse aid additive, you should not fill the rinse aid dispenser. This could cause a film on your dishes.
Dishwashing 4 5 Press the main power switch until the display lights up Select the program Press the Program selector one or more times until the desired program symbol appears on the display. Everyday ware A program suitable for day-to-day dishwashing. This program can also clean dried leftovers, but is not intended for burnt food, such as on oven dishes. Quick wash This program is used for glasses and porcelain that is lightly soiled, such as coffee cups.
1 - - Glass wash Eco wash 0 - 120 105 85 85 140 150 130 130 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 2-3 120 120 120 - - 150 150 140 140 max. 150 0:50 2:20 1:55 0:15 0:20 2:10 2:35 2:30 3:20 1:30 Wash time (approx. hours:minutes) 0.5 0.9 0.8 0.2 0.2 1.4 1.6 1.2 1.4 0.9 0:40 2:10 1:30 0:15 0:20 1:45 2:10 2:00 2:50 1:30 3) 0.3 0.5 0.3 0.1 0.1 0.8 0.9 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.9 3.2 3.7 2.7 2.7 3.8 4.7 3.9 5.2 3.3 Energy Water con(approx.
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. Activate this option for improved dishwashing results. The machine then uses a higher temperature for the main wash.
Dishwashing If the dishwasher is turned off using the main power switch or due to a power failure If the program was not finished, the interrupted program resumes when power is restored. NOTE! During drying, the program is interrupted if the power is cut or the door is open for more than 2 minutes. 8 After dishwashing Once the program has finished, "End" appears on the display. A buzzer also sounds at the end of the program. See the section Settings, which describes how to change this function.
Settings Do as follows to open the settings menu: 1. First, open the door. Turn off the dishwasher using the main power switch (press and hold). Release the button. 2. Press and hold the main power switch until the display lights up. PROG + 3. Within five seconds, press and hold the Program selector and the Long dry button. 4. Release the buttons when the display shows . TIP! Be sure to press right on the symbols, so as not to inadvertently activate any other button.
Settings Button press Options (Off) Settings Description Operation volume This sound is used to confirm each button press. (Low) (High) Press Start/Stop to save the setting value and continue to the next setting. (Low) LCD contrast For adjusting the contrast of the display on the panel. (High) Press Start/Stop to save the setting value and continue to the next setting. (Off) Rinse aid Rinse aid dosage setting. (Low dosage) (High dosage) Press Start/Stop to exit the settings menu.
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.
Care and maintenance instructions 3. Remove the fine filter. Rinse the fine filter and scrub it clean with a dish brush and liquid hand-washing detergent. 4. Replace in reverse order. Check that the edges seal properly when replacing the fine filter. Spray arm Pipe section Fine filter Coarse filter Coarse filter The coarse filter traps larger food particles, which cannot get past the drain pump. Empty the coarse filter as necessary. 1. Lift the coarse filter by the handle. 2. Empty the coarse filter.
Care and maintenance instructions 3. Remove the small yellow drain pump access cover at the left of the bottom drain (see illustration below). 4. By inserting your finger into the hole, you can turn the pump blades to release anything blocking the pump. 5. Reinstall the access cover and filters. 6. Plug the machine in again. Lower spray arm Holes and bearings can sometimes become blocked. 1. Pull the lower spray arm straight up to release it. 2.
Care and maintenance instructions Cleaning the outside of the machine • • Use only a slightly damp cloth (with a little cleaner if necessary) when cleaning the outside of the machine. Do not use solvents, as these can damage the machine. If the surface discolors or rust appears, clean the surface immediately with a non-abrasive cloth. 6. When you no longer see water dripping from the fill line or shut-off valve, remove the towel. 7. Remove the dishwasher power cord from the receptacle.
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. 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. • If the dishes are streaked. • Heavy foaming.
Error messages Display Type of fault Action 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 Overfilling 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 The dishes are not clean. Possible causes The spray arms do not rotate. Action Remove the arms and clean them. Check that the dishes are not blocking the spray arms. Detergent is too old. Detergent is a perish- Avoid large packages. able product. Spots or films on the dishes. 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.
Troubleshooting Problem The dishwasher does not start. Possible causes Action The door is not properly closed. Check. A fuse/circuit breaker has been tripped. Check. The plug is not plugged into the power outlet. Check. The water supply valve is turned off. Check. Overflow/leaks. Check. You have forgotten to turn on the main power switch. Press and hold the main power switch until the display lights up. A whirring sound (the drain pump) is Turn off the water supply valve.
Troubleshooting Problem The touch buttons do not react when pressed. Possible causes Action Dirt on the touch buttons. Clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. You have pressed the touch buttons too Wait a moment then try again. soon after opening the door. If this symbol appears on the display, the door is not open enough. Child lock (button lock) activated. 30 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com Open the door until the display lights up. See the section Settings.
Technical information Information for test institute 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 Dosages during testing Rinse aid dosage: 3 Loading for wash performance test Upper 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/register-myappliance/" 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 Or contact our 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. 1-800-898-1879 ASKO Appliances Inc. will not pay for: Customer Care Center at www.askousa.com 2.
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Quick guide 1 2 3 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. 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.: 8091718. Rev. 02.
