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    FAVORIT 40740 Dishwasher User Instructions[...]

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    2 Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Please observe the safety instructions on the first few pages of thes e use r i nst ru ctio ns ! Please keep these us er ins tru cti ons for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owner o f the a ppl ia nce . 1 The warning tria ngle and/or specific words ( War ni ng ! , Caut i[...]

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    Contents 3 CONTENTS Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Econ[...]

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    Contents 4 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cleaning the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 What to do, if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 ...E[...]

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    Operating Instructions 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Instructions The safety aspects of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. Neverthe- less, as a manufacturer we consider it our obligation to make you aware of the following safety information: Installation, Connection an d Placi[...]

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    Operating Instructions 6 • Never place the dishwasher in ope ration if the mains cable, water inlet or drain hose is damaged; or the control panel, work top or plinth area is damaged such that the inside of the appliance is freely accessible. • If the mains lead is damaged, or is to be repl aced for a longer lead, the cable (obtainable from AEG[...]

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    Operating Instructions 7 • In the event of a fault, first close the tap, then switch off the appli- ance and unplug it from the mains. If the appliance is permanently wired to the mains: remove the fuse. 2 Disposal Disposing of the Pa ckaging Material Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly. All the packag- ing materials used are h[...]

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    Operating Instructions 8 Appliance Features and Control Panel Top Spray Nozzle Container for Salt Rating Plate Container for Rinse Aid Filters Rubber Seal for Connecting the Water Feed to the Spray Arm Spray Arms Container for Detergent Water hardness switch[...]

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    Operating Instructions 9 Control panel Water softener and function button: In addition to the wash pro- gramme marked, it is also possible to adjust the dishwasher's water sof- tener using a combination of these buttons. The 3 lights of the multidisplay can indicate: – the current stage of the selected wash programme. – which fault has occ[...]

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    Operating Instructions 10 Prior to using for the first time Prior to using for the first time, remove all the clips with which the baskets are secured for transport. Then perform the following steps: 0 1. Adjust the water softener 2. Fill the water softener with water and special salt 3. Fill the rinse aid dispenser with rinse aid 3 Special salt an[...]

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    Operating Instructions 11 Setting the water softener Using the table as a guide, adjust th e water softener to that which cor- responds to the hardness of the water in your area: 0 The dishwasher must be switched off. Setting manually: 1. Open the dishwasher door. 2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher. 3. Turn the hardness range switch to [...]

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    Operating Instructions 12 Special salt for the water softener 3 If the water hardness in your area is less than 4 °d, then the water in your dishwasher does not need to be softened and you do not need to use special salt or salt substitute. Water can be softened in one of two ways: • If you are using dishwasher detergen t that already contains s[...]

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    Operating Instructions 13 Adding special salt If you are using dishwasher detergen t and special salt separately, add the special salt: – Before using the dishwasher for the first time. – When the indicator for special salt J is illuminated on the control panel. 0 1. Open the door, remove the lower basket. 2. Undo the lid on the salt container [...]

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    Operating Instructions 14 Rinse aid Rinse aid ensures thorough rinsing an d spot and streak free drying of dishes and glassware. Rinse aid can be added in on e of two ways: • If you are using dishwasher detergent that already contains rinse aid, the detergent including the rinse aid is put into the detergent com- partment. – In this case the di[...]

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    Operating Instructions 15 The L display will indicate the current setting: 4. Pressing function button 2 activates and deactivates the rinse aid dis- pensing function. 5. If the rinse aid dispensing function has been correctly set, press the ON/ OFF button. The setting of the rinse aid dispensing function is now saved. Adding rinse aid If you are u[...]

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    Operating Instructions 16 4. Fill with rinse aid exactly up to the level marked “max”; this corresponds to a quantity of approx. 140 ml. 5. Close the lid and press until it locks into place. 6. Wipe up any spilt rinse aid with a cloth. Otherwise too much foam will be formed during the wash. Adjusting Rinse Aid Dosing 3 As the dishes are washed [...]

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    Operating Instructions 17 In Daily Use • Check the salt and rinse aid leve ls. • Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher • Fill with dishwasher detergent • Select a wash programme suitable fo r the cutlery and dishes • Start the wash programme Loading Cutlery and Dishes 1 Sponges, household cloths and any obj ect that can absorb water[...]

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    Operating Instructions 18 Loading Cutlery 1 Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard. 1 Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizon tally in the upper basket. 1 Take care when loading or unload- ing sharp items such as knives. To ensure that all items of cutlery are completely [...]

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    Operating Instructions 19 Loading Pans, Frying Pans and Large Plates Load large and heavily soiled dishes in the lower basket (Plates up to 29cm in diameter). Your dishwasher has one of the foll owing four types of lower basket: Type 1: None of the plate inserts in the lower basket can be removed Type 2: The right-hand plate inse rts in the lower b[...]

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    Operating Instructions 20 Type 3: The right-hand plate inserts in the lower basket can be folded across one another 3 To ease the loading of large items, the two right-hand plate inserts in the lower basket can be folded across one another. Type 4: The two rear plate inserts in the lower basket can be folded across one another 3 To ease the loading[...]

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    Operating Instructions 21 Loading Cups, Glasses and Coffee Services Load small, delicate items and long pointed cutlery in the upper basket. • Arrange items of crockery on the folding cups racks so that they are offset from each other and water can reach all items. • The cup racks can be folded up out of the way for tall items. • Lay or hang [...]

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    Operating Instructions 22 Adjusting the Height of the Upper Basket 3 The height of the basket can also be adjusted when it is loaded. Lowering the Upper Basket: 0 1. Pull the upper basket out completely. 2. Holding the upper basket at the rear right, lift it as far as it will go and then lower it vertically. The upper basket will engage in the lowe[...]

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    Operating Instructions 23 Filling with Detergent 1 Only use dishwasher detergent. Fill with detergent: – Prior to the start of a wash programme (not for the pre wash pro- gramme). The detergent is released into the wash water during the programme. 2 Please observe the manufacturer's dosing and storage recommenda- tions as stated on th e dete[...]

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    Operating Instructions 24 Use of "3 in 1"/ Co mbi Detergent Tablets General Advice These products are tablets with combined detergent/rinse-aid and salt functions. 0 1. Before using these products you should first check that the water hard- ness in your supply is compatible wi th the use of these products as per the detergent manufacturer[...]

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    Operating Instructions 25 Concentrated Detergent Based on their chemical compositio n, dishwasher detergents can be split into two basic types: – conventional , alkaline detergents with caustic components –l o w a l k a l i n e concentrated detergents with natural enzymes. 2 The use of 50 °C wash programmes in conjunction with concentrated det[...]

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    Operating Instructions 26 Selecting the Wash Progr amme (Programme Table) Choose the most suitable wash program me with the aid of this table: Type of Dishes Dinner Service and Cooking Utensils Dinner Service and Cooking Utensils Coffee Service and Dessert Dishes All Types of Dishes In Addition - with non temperature r esistant dishes - Type of Soi[...]

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    Operating Instructions 27 Starting a wash programme 0 1. Check that the dishes and cutlery are stacked in the dish washer in such a way that the spray arms are free to rotate. 2. Turn on the water tap fully. 3. Close the door. 4. Press the ON/OFF button. The LED in the ON/OFF button will illuminate. 5. Press the relevant button for the programme re[...]

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    Operating Instructions 28 Interrupting the wash programme by opening the di shwasher door 1 Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. There is a risk of scald- ing. Open the door carefully. 0 1. Open the door of the dishwasher. The wash programme will stop. 2. Close the door. The wash programme will continue. Cancelling the wash programme (RESE[...]

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    Operating Instructions 29 Changing the wash programme after the start delay has been set: As long as the wash programme has not yet sta rted, you are able to change the programme set by pressing a wash programme button. 0 1. Press the button for the new wash programme and hold it down. First, the indicator for the wash programme that was already se[...]

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    Operating Instructions 30 Care and Cleaning 1 Do not under any circumstances use fu rniture care products or aggres- sive cleaners. • If necessary, clean the controls only with a soft cloth and pure warm water. • O ccasionally check the internal cont ainers, door seal, and water inlet for soiling, clean if necessary. Cleaning the Filter 3 The f[...]

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    Operating Instructions 31 7. Put the flat filter back in the base of the washing compartment 8. Place the coarse/fine filter in the microfilter and press together. 9. Put the filter combination in place and lock by turning the handle clock- wise to the stop. During this process ensure that the flat filter does not protrude above the base of the was[...]

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    Operating Instructions 32 What to do, if ... Try to rectify minor faults on the dishwasher with the aid of the instructions given here. If you call an engineer to resolve a of fault listed here, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is in guarantee. ...Error messages are displayed.[...]

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    Operating Instructions 33 After remedying the error th at is flashing in the first or second sequence in the programme progress display, press the button for the wash programme that had already st arted. The wash programme will continue. If the fault is displayed again, please conta ct your local Service Force Centre. 3 For all other errors display[...]

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    Operating Instructions 34 ...there are problems with th e operation of the dish- washer. ...the wash results are not satisfactory. The dishes are still dirty. – The wrong wash programme was selected. – The dishes were loaded is such a way that the wash waster did not reach all items. The baskets for th e dishes must not be overloaded. – The f[...]

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    Operating Instructions 35 The dishes are wet and dull. – Rinse aid was not used. – The rinse aid container is empty. There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating on glasses and dishes. – Lower rinse aid dosing. There are dried water drops on the glasses and dishes. – Increase rinse aid dosing. – The detergent may be the cause. Conta[...]

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    Operating Instructions 36 Notes for Test Institutes Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with the appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see Programme Table). Tests in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt dispenser and rinse aid container have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively an[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 37 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Dishwasher • The dishwasher must be installed on a firm floor and adjusted such that it is stable and level. • To compensate for unevenness in the floor and to match the height of the appliance to that of surrounding units extend the threaded fe[...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 38 If the dishwasher is installed underneath a kitchen work surface, the original work surface of the dishwa sher is to be removed as follows: 0 1. Unscrew the screws from the posi- tioning plates on the back (1). 2. Slide the appliance's work surface approx. 1 cm to the rear (2). 3. Lift the work surf[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 39 Connecting the Dishwasher Water Connection The dishwasher is fitted with safety devices that prevent the wash water returning into the drinking water system and comply with the applicable plumbing regulations. • The dishwasher must be connected to a cold water supply. •T h e d i s h w a s h e r must [...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 40 3 The following section is only applicable to dishwashers that have a safety valve on the threaded hose fitting for the tap: Water inlet hose with safety valve After connecting the double-walled wate r inlet hose, the safety valve is next to the tap. Therefore the water inlet hose is only under pressure [...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 41 Water drain Drain hose 1 The drain hose must not be kinked, crushed or entangled. • Connecting the drain hose : – Maximum permitted height: 1 metre. – Minimum required height 40 cm above the lower edge of the machine. Extension hoses • Extension hoses are available from AEG Service Force. The int[...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 42 Leak Prevention System For protection from damage due to water leaks, the dishwasher is equipped with a leak prevention system, the AQUA CONTROL SYSTEM. In the event of a fault, the safety valve in the appliance immediately interrupts the in flow of water and th e drain pump is activated. By this means w[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instru ctions 43 Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to inst all this appliance should be car- ried out by a qualified elec tr ician or competent person. 1 WARNING - This appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer declines any resp onsibility should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching [...]

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    Installation and Connectio n Instructions 44 Connections The water inlet and drain hoses, as well as the mains cable must be connected beside the dishwasher as there is insufficient space behind the appliance. The plumbing and electrical installa tion example given below can only be regarded as a recommendation. Two 45° or Straight Connections, Ou[...]

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    Guarantee Conditions 45 GUARANTEE CONDITIONS Standard guaran tee conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 mont hs of the dat e of the purchase this AE G appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective b y reason only of faul ty work- manship or materials, we will, at our disc ret ion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labo[...]

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    Service and Spare parts 47 SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS In the event of your appliance requir ing service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contac t Service Force by telephoning: 08705 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. For the address of your local Servic e [...]

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    From the El ectrolu x Group . The world´s No.1 choice. The Electrolux Gr oup is the world´s largest producer of po wered ap pliances for ki tchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Gr oup products (such as refrigerators, c ookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) ar e sold each year to a va lu[...]