Instruction for Use

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Chart

(see at right for options description)

PROGRAM SELECTION

BUTTON

Push “P” button (repeatedly)

until selected program number

is shown on the display

(P1...Px) - see “Table of

programs” below.

START/RESUME BUTTON

Push this button to start the selected program: the

indicator lights up and goes off at the end of the

program.

When the door is opened during a washing cycle,

the cycle is temporarily paused: the Start indicator

blinks. To resume the cycle close the door and

push Start button again.

CANCEL/OFF BUTTON

Push this button to switch off the control panel.

If pressed when a program is running it cancels the

program ongoing draining water for 1 minute

(0:01 is shown into the display).

If pressed when the dishwasher is switched off,

it drains any possible liquids from dishwasher

(1 minute process).

1) Program data obtained in conformity with European standard EN 50242, obtained under normal conditions (without additional options) and may vary

depending on conditions. Differences of up to 20 minutes are possible with sensor programs as a result of the appliance’s automatic calibration system.

2) Reference program for energy label in compliance with EN 50242 regulations. - Note for Testing Institutes: for detailed information on the EN/Standard

loading comparison test and other tests, contact (only in English) use the following address: “contact@whirlpool.com”.

RECYCLING WATER SYSTEM: these programs save water in a dedicated tank.

A TANK CLEANING CYCLE (at least 45 min.) is automatically run every 30 cycles or after every power off, to assure the best product conditions.

Table of programs

Deter-

gent

Consumption

Drying

Phase

Programs

Available

options

Loading instructions

Litres kWh

Minutes

Sensor 40-70°C

Delay

Multizone

Recommended program for routine

washes, with dried-on food

(e.g. EN 50242).

X 7-15 1.00-1.70 70-172 Full

Pre-wash cold

Delay

Multizone

Crockery to be washed later. X 4.0 0.01 14-16 NO

Fragile 40°C

Delay

Multizone

Light soiling, for example glasses and cups. X 10.5 0.85 105-144 Light

Rapid 45°C

Delay

Multizone

Lightly soiled crockery, with no

dried-on food.

X 11.0 0.85 30-50 NO

Eco

50°C

Delay

Multizone

Normally soiled crockery.

Standard program, the most efficient in

terms of its combined energy and water

consumption.

X 6.0 1.03 170 Full

Fast Daily 60°C

Delay

Multizone

Normally soiled crockery. X 11.0 1.30 80-95 Full

5019 300 00242

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ

THIS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS!

Options and display description

SALT INDICATOR

When lit (at the end of the cycle),

the salt reservoir needs to be

refilled.

RINSE AID INDICATOR

When lit (at the end of the cycle),

the rinse aid dispenser needs to

be refilled.

WASH TIME DISPLAY

Indicated the cycle duration and the remaining time (h:min). With “Delayed start” selected it indicates

the time remaining until program start (h.00) - below 1h (0:min).

If “Fx Ey” messages appears on the display, see page 6 - chapter “What to do if...”.

THE CONTROL PANEL OF THIS DISHWASHER ACTIVATES PUSHING

ANY BUTTON EXCEPT CANCEL/OFF BUTTON.

FOR ENERGY SAVING THE CONTROL PANEL DEACTIVATES

AUTOMATICALLY AFTER 30 SECONDS IF NO CYCLE HAS STARTED.

MULTIZONE

Allows you to choose the washing

zones. Press this button (repeatedly)

to select the wash zones:

both racks

only lower rack

only upper rack

- indicator lits

DELAYED START BUTTON

Push the button (repeatedly) to delay the start

of the program. Adjustable from 1 to 24 hours.

With each press of the button, the delayed

start indicator increases by one hour and after

24 restarts from 0. Then press the START

button. The dishwasher will start after the set

time.

TABLET SETTING

This setting allows to optimize the cycle

performances according the type of detergent

used. Push the Tablet button for 3 seconds

(until the indicator lights up) if you are using

the combined detergents in tablet (rinse aid,

salt and detergent in 1 dose). If you are using

powder detergent or liquid detergent, the

Tablet indicator on the control panel has to be

off.

Quick reference guide

Summary of content (8 pages)

PAGE 1
Chart Quick reference guide BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ THIS QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS! (see at right for options description) PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON Push “P” button (repeatedly) until selected program number is shown on the display (P1...Px) - see “Table of programs” below. START/RESUME BUTTON Push this button to start the selected program: the indicator lights up and goes off at the end of the program.
PAGE 2
First time use How to set water hardness in order to always assure the best cleaning results Water hardness should be set only before the first wash or if water hardness has been changed Water hardness level is factory set for medium-hard water (level 4). Even if you use tablets which include salt functionality, you must still add regeneration salt since such detergents are not effective enough at softening hard water.
PAGE 3
Daily check Adding rinse aid (not necessary when you use tablets). How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator 2 Visual indicator If required, open the cover B (press the dedicated button). Check the rinse aid indicator to check the level into the dispenser. The rinse aid dosage can be adjusted to the detergent used. The lower the setting, the less rinse aid is dispensed (factory setting: position 4). Press the button to open the cover B.
PAGE 4
How to load the racks UPPER RACK - depending on the model 4 A - Adjustable flaps (2 or 4): in horizontal position for cups / long utensils / stemmed glasses. A - CLOSED A - OPEN B - Cutlery basket: can be placed in the upper rack when the “Half load/Multizone” option is selected. The Grid (F) should be removed. TO OPEN A: CLICK! C D How to remove the upper rack (if available) It could be useful to remove the upper rack to load bulky items in the lower rack.
PAGE 5
Select program 6 Overview of programs The max. possible number of programs is illustrated in the chapter “Chart”. The corresponding programs for your appliance can be found on the panel (page 1). Choose program according to the attached table of programs (page 1). Duration of the program depends on the external conditions in the apartment, temperature and pressure etc. Wash cycle 7 The dishwasher door must be closed and the water tap open. To pause the program (e.g.
PAGE 6
What to do if... If a fault occurs, before contacting the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem. Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, quickly restoring normal appliance operation. How the faults are shown on the display: Function number “F”x - blinking The appliance... ...is not working/will not start - The appliance must be switched on. - Check the household circuit fuse if there is no power supply.
PAGE 7
What to do if... Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions... ...salt indicator lit - Use tablets for soft water. - Set “Tablet” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up. ...have deposits: regeneration salt residue - Water too hard. - In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2, “How to set water hardness”). - Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
PAGE 8
What to do if... Disconnect the mains plug If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty). Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following: - the description of the fault, - the appliance type and model, - the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side: Precautions and general recommendations 1.