Dishwasher User manual DW18SS31 DW18SS31ADA DW18SS4 Write Serial Number (on label on side of door) here: USA
To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use. CONTENTS 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 4 5 2. RECYCLING 3 4.1 UPPER RACK 4.2 LOWER RACK 4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 6 9 12 5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER 6. OPERATING THE PRODUCT 13 14 7. DETERGENT 23 8. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM 9.
INTRODUCTION Please read this user manual and particularly the safety instructions completely and carefully. They will save you time and effort and help to ensure optimum dishwasher performance. Be sure to observe all listed warnings and cautions. Look particularly for the icons with exclamation marks inside. The information icon will also provide important references. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
•• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in, on or near the dishwasher. Use only detergents or rinse aids recommended for use in a household dishwasher and keep them in a dry place out of the reach of children. Check that the detergent dispenser is empty after the completion of each wash program. Dishwasher detergents contain chemicals that can cause sickeness and may be if they are inhaled or swallowed.
•• •• result in respiratory problems, especially for the infirmed, elderly and children. Chidren should not operate this machine without adult supervision. Be Careful to not leave the door fully open when not being loaded or unloaded to prevent someone from tripping on the unit. WARNING:If your dishwasher is equipped with internal illumination, lamp should only be replaced by the Authorized Service Agent in case of failures that may occur on the lamp.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 1. Upper basket 2. Upper impeller 3. Lower impeller 4. Cutlery basket 5. Door 6. Model and Serial Tag 7. Control panel 8. Detergent and rinse agent dispenser 9. Lower basket 10. Filters 11. Salt container (Select Models) 12. Upper basket rail 13. Upper cutlery basket (Select Models) 14. Tabletop (Select Models) 15.
Lower rack (MODEL DEPENDING) 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 1. 2. 3. Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. Remove coarse food leftovers from tableware. Now you can load the dishwasher.
•• •• •• •• Long and narrow items are placed in the middle of the racks. Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack. Load dishes accordingly and be careful when loading glasses so they do not hit each other during the wash cycle. Also, make sure that both wash arms are not in contact with any dishware. Do not overload your dishwasher and pay attention to manufacturer instructions regarding dishes which are appropriate for use in for a dishwasher.
UPPER BASKET MULTIPURPOSE SERVICE RACK (Select Models) This accessory located at the upper basket of your machine allows you to easily wash pieces such as extra long ladles and bread knives. COLLAPSIBLE UPPER BASKET WIRES (Select Models) You can use collapsible wires when you need a larger space for your dishes in the upper basket of your machine. To bring the collapsible wires into horizontal position, grab the wire from the middle position and push them in the direction of arrow in the figure.
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER BASKET (Select Models) The upper basket height adjustment mechanism has been designed for you to create large spaces in the lower or upper sections of your machine depending on your needs by adjusting the height in the upper or lower direction while your basket is empty or loaded. Thanks to this mechanism, you can use your basket in three different positions, namely lower, middle and upper positions (1, 2, 3). 1.
HEIGHT SETTING (Select Models) In certain models, the height setting of the upper rack may be changed using the wheels which are present at two height levels. CAUTION:Make sure that the rack is empty. Changing the height setting while the rack contains tableware could cause the contents to dislodge, causing personal injury or damage to the tableware. 3. Place the rack into the tracks again at the desired height C. 4. Push the latches back into the correct position. 1. 4.2 LOWER RACK A 2.
COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET TINES (Select Models) Foldable tines (A) located at the lower basket of the machine are designed for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc. You can create larger spaces by folding each tines individually or all of them at once. COLLAPSIBLE LOWER BASKET TINES (Select Models) Foldable tines (A) located at the lower basket of the machine are designed for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc.
SILVERWARE BASKET (Select Models) Silverware basket is designed to wash your dishes such as knife, fork, spoon, etc. in a cleaner manner. Since the cutlery basket can be moved (A, B), you can create a wider space while placing your dishes to the lower basket and free up space for your dishes in different sizes.
4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE Sliding Cutlery Basket load pattern for 8 place settings 1: Salad Fork 2: Teaspoon 3: Dinner fork 4: Knife-solid handle 5: Serving spoon 6: Serving fork •• •• •• •• •• Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack. Place all containers such as cups, glasses and pots into the dishwasher with the opening facing downwards (so that no water can collect). The movement of the spray arms must not be hindered. Do not overload your dishwasher.
5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron and cast iron that can rust and stain other utensils and damage the interior stainless steel liner of the dishwasher and void the warranty. Do not wash copper, brass, pewter, bronze or tin. Cutlery with wooden or horn handles and cutlery with motherof-pearl or porcelain handles will deteriorate over time if put in the dishwasher.
6. OPERATING THE PRODUCT 1 a b 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 2 d c 4 5 3 5. Function keys a) Half Load Function b) Extra Rinse function c) Fast+ Function Display On/Off key Start/Pause/Cancel key Time Delay key d) (Not in use) 6. Program Selection keys 7 16 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 8 9 10 15 14 13 Programme indicator Salt ( ) indicator (Select Models) (Not in use) 12. 13. 14. 15.
6.1 KEYS On / Off key This key is used to turn the machine all on off. C When turned “ON”, the machine will default to Economy Program. Start / Pause / Cancel key It is used to start, pause or cancel a selected programme or function. Program Selection keys They are used to select various programs selected from the Program Table on the following page.. Delayed Start key Use this to the delay the program for a later time 6.3 PROGRAMME SELECTION 1. Press the On/Off button to turn on your machine. 2.
16 USA + + 40 8 40 - + + 40 8 - 15-25 ml ml tsp ml 15 ml + 5 ml 25-40 5-8 + + + + 120 17,2 4,60 - - - - - - 75 14,4 3,80 ml tsp Wash Main wash Dry Sanitize Duration (minutes) Water (liters) Water (gallons) 2,29 - 4,47 8,8 - 17,2 135 - 155 + + + + 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 + + - Medium 142-149 61-65 122-131 50-55 Regular Wash * 2 PROGRAM TABLE 3,54 13,6 100 + + + - 3-5 15-25 5 25 5-8 25-40 + + - Medium 160 71 140 60 Daily 3 2,70
6.4 AUXILIARY FUNCTIONS Washing programs of your dishwasher are designed to obtain the best cleaning result, considering the type of the soil, soiling degree and properties of the dishes to be washed. Auxiliary functions are provided in order to enable you to save time, water and energy and to perform a more comfortable washing with conditions specific to you. Auxiliary functions may cause changes in the program duration. C C Auxiliary functions are not suitable for all washing programs.
Automatic Detergent Detection Feature The product has a feature to automatically detect the type of the detergent and adjust the washing programe and drying system to the best performance. If special tablet detergent is used, the programe duration can be extended by 20 minutes in order to optimize the washing and drying performance. Notice: Automatic detergent detection feature should be deactivated during the tests according to AHAM DW-1. C To deactivate: 1.
that in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours every time you press the key. 4. Press Start / Pause / Cancel key to start countdown for the Time Delay. Time Delay indicator and Start / Pause indicator will light continuously until the end of the period. Time Delay is displayed on the Display Information Line. Selected programme will start as soon as the countdown is over.
C C Pay attention not to open the door of the machine when it is running. Stop the machine by pressing Start / Pause / Cancel key if you have to open the door. Then, open the door of the machine. There may be a rush of vapour when you open the door of your machine; be careful. Close the door of your machine and press Start/Pause/Cancel key again. Programme will resume running.
6.8 SALT INDICATOR ( ) Please check the salt indicator on the display to see whether there is adequate amount of softening salt in the dishwasher or not. You need to refill the salt reservoir with salt whenever salt warning indicator appears on the display of your machine. Adjusting the water hardness level is explained in Water Softening System section. C 6.
6.11 WATER CUT-OFF WARNING If mains water is cut or water inlet tap is turned off the machine cannot take water in and E:02 icon will flash on the programme indicator. As long as the problem continues, washing programme is paused and the water inlet is checked regularly by the machine; when the water is restored E:02 icon will disappear after a while and the washing programme resumes. 6.
7. DETERGENT You can use powder, liquid/gel or tablet detergents in the machine. Only use in the machine the detergents produced particularly for use with dishwashers. We recommend you not to use detergents that contain chlorine and phosphate as they are harmful for the environment. A C 7.1 ADDING DETERGENT C A Pay attention to the warnings on the detergent packaging to get better washing and drying results. Contact the manufacturer of the detergent for further questions.
Water softening salt and rinse aid must also be used together with the detergent if the water hardness level is above the mentioned level. The best washing performance in dishwashers is obtained by using detergent, rinse aid and water softening salt individually. 3. Push the lid of the detergent dispenser to close it. A "click" will be heard when the lid is closed.
4. Make the appropriate rinse aid settings. 3. Slightly press the point (B) of the reservoir lid to close it. 7.3 RINSE AID C The rinse aid used in dishwashers is a special combination that aims to increase drying efficiency and prevent water or lime stains on the washed items. For this reason, care must be paid to have rinse aid in the rinse aid reservoir and to use rinse aids produced specially for dishwashers only. 4.
8. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENING SYSTEM (Select Models) Cleaning, rinsing and drying performance of your dishwasher will increase when water softening system is adjusted properly. Adjust the new water hardness level according to the Water hardness level instruction in this booklet. Use the test strip supplied with the product according to the steps given below to determine hardness level of your supply water. a b c 1 min. d e f 1 Second 1 Minute Remove the test strip from the packet.
you use salt under this condition, salt will not be consumed and the Salt indicator will not illuminate. If you move your house, it is necessary to readjust water hardness level of your machine by considering the information given above according to the hardness level of the supply water in your new location. Your machine will display the most recently adjusted water hardness level. C 1. Firstly, take the lower basket out to add softening salt. 2.
10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE A C You can put about 4.4 Pounds of softening salt into the salt reservoir. C You need to add salt right before starting the machine. Thus, the overflowing salty water will be flushed immediately, preventing the risk of corrosion in machine. In cases where you would not start washing immediately, run your machine empty in the shortest program. 5. Replace the lid and tighten it when the reservoir is full.
10.1 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER EXTERIOR A 10.2 CARING FOR YOUR DISHWASHER INTERIOR CAUTION :Possible dishwasher damage: Abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, abrasive cloths (paper towels) can damage the dishwasher decorative door. Cleaning the control panel: Use only soft cloth that is lightly dampened with mild detergent. Clean the control panel only with a moist cloth and clear water.
10.3 CLEANING THE FILTERS Clean the filters at least once a week in order for the machine operates efficiently. Check if food residues are left on the filters. If there are food residues on filters, take them out and clean well under running water. 1. Turn the micro filter (1) and coarse filter (2) assembly counterclockwise and pull it out from its seating. 3. Press the two pawls on the coarse filter inwards and separate the coarse filter from the assembly. 4.
10.4 CLEANING THE HOSE FILTER Damages on the machine that may be caused by impurities coming from the urban supply water or your own water installation (such as sand, dirt, rust, etc.) can be prevented by means of the filter attached to the water inlet hose. Check the filter and the hose regularly and clean them if necessary. 1. Turn off the tap and remove the hose. 2. After taking out the filter, clean it under running tap water. 3. Place the cleaned filter back to its seat in the hose. 4.
UPPER WASH ARMS Check if the holes on the upper impeller (1) are clogged. If they are clogged, remove and clean the wash arms. Turn its nut to left to remove the upper wash arms. Make sure that the nut is tightened well when installing the upper wash arms.
11. TROUBLESHOOTING Machine does not start. •• Power cable is unplugged. >>> Check if the power cable is plugged in. •• Cicuit Breaker is blown. >>> Check the Cicuit Breaker in your house. •• Water is cut. >>> Make sure that the water inlet tap is open. •• Door of the machine is open. >>> Make sure that you have closed the door of the machine. •• On / Off button is not pressed. >>> Make sure that you have turned on the machine by pressing the On / Off button.
•• •• •• Machine is unloaded right after the program is over. >>> Do not unload your machine right after washing process is completed. Slightly open the door and wait for evacuation of the steam inside for a while. Unload the dishes after the pieces cool down to a touchable level. Start unloading process from the lower basket. Thus, dropping of water remained on a piece at upper basket onto the pieces at lower basket is prevented. Selected program is unsuitable.
There is a different odor in the machine C A new machine has a peculiar odor. It will fade out after a couple of washing. •• Filters are clogged. >>> Check if the filter system is clean. Clean the filter system regularly as illustrated in section “Cleaning and Care”. •• Dirty dishes are kept in dishwasher for 2-3 days. >>> If you are not going to start the machine right after you have put the dishes into it, remove the remnants on the dishes and run the Prewash program without detergent every 2 days.
•• Opening of the detergent dispenser lid is prevented during washing. >>> Place the dishes in a way that will not prevent the detergent dispenser lid from opening and the water going into the machine from impellers. •• Detergent is stored under unsuitable conditions. >>> If you are using powder detergent, do not store the detergent package in humid places. Keep it in a closed container if possible. For ease-of-storing, we recommend you to use tablet detergents. •• Wash Arm holes are clogged.
Foam forms in the machine. •• Dishes are washed with hand-wash detergent by hand but not rinsed before placing them into the machine. >>> Hand-wash detergents do not contain antifoam. There is no need to hand-wash the dishes before placing them into the machine. Removing the coarse soil on the dishes under tap water, with a sponge or towel. •• Rinse aid has spilled into the machine when adding rinse aid. >>> Take care that rinse aid is not spilled in the machine when you are filling it.