Electrolux ESL 46010 manual

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    user manual ESL 46010 dishwasher 117989 54/0en 20-02-2007 15:12 Pagina 1[...]

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    W e wer e thinking of you when we made this pr oduct 117989 54/0en 20-02-2007 15:12 Pagina 2[...]

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    welcome to the world of Electrolux electrolux 3 Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. Y ou find some examples on the cover in this manual. Please t[...]

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    Safety information 5 Product description 7 Control panel 8 First use 12 Daily use 16 W ashing programmes 27 Care and cleaning 28 Something not working 30 T echnical data 33 Hints for test institutes 35 Installation 36 Environment concerns 40 Guarantee/Customer Service 41 Contents The following symbols are used in this manual: Important information [...]

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    safety information electrolux 5 In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully , including its hints and warnings. T o avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with it[...]

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    6 electrolux safety information Child safety ● This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Don’t allow children to use the dishwasher unsupervised. ● Keep all packaging well away from children. There is risk of suffocation. ● Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. ● Keep children well away from the dishwas[...]

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    product description electrolux 7 Product description Upper basket W ater hardness dial Salt container Detergent dispenser Rinse aid dispenser Rating plate Filters Lower spray arm Upper spray arm 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 117989 54/0en 20-02-2007 15:12 Pagina 7[...]

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    8 electrolux control panel Control panel The digital display indicates: - the level of hardness to which the water softener is set, - the approximate remaining time of the running programme, - activation/deactivation of the rinse aid dispenser ( ONL Y with " Multi- tab " function active ), - the end of a washing programme (a zero will app[...]

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    control panel electrolux 9 The salt indicator light on the control panel can remain illuminated for 2-6 hours after the salt has been replenished, assuming the dishwasher remains switched on. If you are using salts that take longer to dissolve then this can take longer . The function of the machine is not affected. Indicator lights Multi-tab functi[...]

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    10 electrolux control panel Setting mode Always remember that when: - setting the water softener , - activating/deactivating the audible signals, - activating/deactivating the rinse aid dispenser , the appliance MUST be in setting mode: ● Press On/Off button, ALL programme button lights are illuminated = appliance in setting mode. ● Press On/Of[...]

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    control panel electrolux 11 Audible signals Audible signals have been introduced to help indicate which operations the dishwasher is performing: - setting of the water softener - end of programme - intervention of an alarm due to malfunction It is possible to deactvate the audible signals, using some of the programme buttons on the control panel. F[...]

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    12 electrolux first use Before using your dishwasher for the first time: ● Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions ● Remove all packaging from inside the appliance ● Set the water softener ● Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill with dishwasher salt ● Fill the rins[...]

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    first use electrolux 13 The water softener must be set in both ways: manually , using the water hardness dial and electronically , using some of the programme buttons on the control panel Setting manually The dishwasher is factory set at position 2. 1. Open the dishwasher door . 2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher . 3. T urn the water ha[...]

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    14 electrolux first use Filling with dishwasher salt Only use salt specifically designed for use in dishwashers. All other types of salt not specifically designed for use in a dishwasher , especially table salt, will damage the water softener . Only fill with salt just before starting one of the complete washing programmes. This will prevent any gr[...]

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    first use electrolux 15 Filling with rinse aid Rinse aid ensures thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying. Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse. 1. Open the container by pressing the release button (A). 2. Add the rinse aid in the container . The maximum level for filling is indicated by ‘max’. The dispenser holds abo[...]

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    16 electrolux daily use ● Check if it’s necessary to refill with dishwasher salt or rinse aid ● Load cutlery and dishes into the dishwasher . ● Fill with dishwasher detergent . ● Select a wash programme suitable for the cutlery and dishes. ● Start the wash programme. Loading cutlery and dishes Sponges, household cloths and any object th[...]

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    daily use electrolux 17 For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes are not suitable: - Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-of- pearls handles. - Plastic items that are not heat resistant. - Older cutlery with glued parts that are not temperature resistant. - Bonded cutlery items or dishes. - Pewter or copper items. - Lead[...]

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    18 electrolux daily use Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes. The lower basket The lower basket is designed to take saucepans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. Serving dishes and large lids should be arranged around the edge of the basket, ensuring that the spray arms can turn freely . The two rows of prongs on the lowe[...]

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    daily use electrolux 19 T o make loading of the cutlery basket easier , lower the cutlery basket handle (fig.2). For best results we recommend you to use the cutlery grid. If the size and dimensions of the cutlery do not allow the use of the grid, it can be easily hidden (fig. 3). fig. 2 fig. 3 The cutlery basket Long bladed knives stored in an upr[...]

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    20 electrolux daily use The upper basket The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses. Arrange items on and underneath the cup racks so that water can reach all surfaces. Glasses with long stems can be placed upside down in the cup racks. For taller items,[...]

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    daily use electrolux 21 Adjusting the height of the upper basket If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position. Never lift or lower the basket on one side only When the upper basket is raised you will not be able to use the cup racks. After loading your machine always close t[...]

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    22 electrolux daily use Use of detergent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. Please observe the manufacturer ’s dosing and storage recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging. Using no more than the correct amount of detergent contributes to reducing pollution. Fill with detergent 1. Open the lid. 2. Fill th[...]

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    daily use electrolux 23 Activation/deactivation of the Multi- tab function Simultaneously press and hold the two buttons positioned over the symbol Multi-tab, until the Multi-tab function indicator light illuminates. This means that the function is active. T o deactivate the function press the same buttons again until the Multi-tab indicator light [...]

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    24 electrolux daily use If you decide to turn back to the use of standard detergent system we advise that you: 1. Deactivate the "Multi-tab function". 2. Fill up the salt container and the rinse aid dispenser again. 3. Adjust the water hardness setting to the highest setting and perform 1 normal washing programme without loading any dishe[...]

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    daily use electrolux 25 Select and start a washing programme Select the washing programme and delay start with the door slightly opened. The start of the programme or the countdown of the delay start will occur only after the closure of the door . Until then it is possible to modify the settings. 1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly[...]

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    26 electrolux daily use Cancelling the "delay start" T o cancel a delay start in progress you have to reset the dishwasher . Simultaneously press and hold the two programme buttons positioned over the word Cancel , until all the programme button lights will illuminate. Cancelling a delay start involves also the cancelling of the washing p[...]

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    washing programmes electrolux 27 W ashing programmes Programme Intensive Heavy soil Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans Prewash Main wash up to 70°C 2 intermediate rinses Final rinse Drying Glass Normal soil Delicate crockery and glassware Main wash up to 45°C 1 intermediate rinse Final rinse Drying Normal soil Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans P[...]

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    28 electrolux care and cleaning Cleaning the filters The filters must be checked and cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters will degrade the washing result. 1. Open the door , remove the lower basket. 2. The dishwasher filter system comprises a coarse filter ( A ), a microfilter ( B ) and a flat filter . Unlock the filter system using the handle [...]

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    care and cleaning electrolux 29 Frost precautions Avoid placing the machine in a location where the temperature is below 0°C. If this is unavoidable, empty the machine, close the appliance door , disconnect the water inlet pipe and empty it. Moving the machine If you have to move the machine (moving house etc....): 1. Unplug it. 2. T urn the water[...]

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    30 electrolux something not working Something not working The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation. Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the indications described in the chart, without calling out an engineer . Open the door and carry out the following suggeste[...]

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    something not working electrolux 31 Malfunction Possible cause and solution The programme does not start ● The dishwasher ’s door has not been properly closed. Close the door . ● The main plug is not plugged in. Insert the main plug. ● Delay start has been set. If dishes are to be washed immediately , cancel the delay start. ● The fuse ha[...]

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    32 electrolux something not working If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Force Centre. The wash results are not satisfactory The dishes are not clean ● The wrong washing programme has been selected. ● The dishes are arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must[...]

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    technical data electrolux 33 T echnical data Dimensions Width 44.6 cm 81.8 - 87.8 cm 55.5 cm Height Depth W ater supply pressure Minimum 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) 0.8 MPa (8 bar) Maximum Capacity 9 place settings Max. weight 34 kg Noise level 47 dB (A) Electrical connection V oltage - Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given [...]

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    34 electrolux technical data The consumption values are intended as a guide and depends on the pressure and the temperature of the water and also by the variations of the power supply and the amount of dishes. Consumption values Programme duration (in minutes) Programme Energy consumption (in kWh) Wa t er consumption (in litres) * Intensive 1.6 - 1[...]

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    hints for test institutes electrolux 35 Hints for test institutes T esting in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Consumption values"). T est in accordance with EN 50242 must be carried out when the salt container and rinse aid dispenser have been filled with salt and[...]

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    36 electrolux installation Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person. Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain. This dishwasher is designed to be fitted under [...]

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    installation electrolux 37 This appliance has been fitted with safety features which will prevent the water used in the appliance from returning back into the drinking water system. This appliance complies with the applicable plumbing regulations. (Attention! NOT all models of dishwashers have fill and drain hoses provided with locknut. In this cas[...]

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    38 electrolux installation W ater outlet hose connection The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following ways: 1. T o the sink outlet spigot, securing it to the underside of the work surface. This will prevent waste water from the sink running into the machine. 2. T o a stand pipe provided with vent- hole, minimum internal diameter 4 cm[...]

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    installation electrolux 39 Electrical connection Safety standards require the appliance to be earthed. Prior to using the appliance for the first time, ensure that the rated voltage and type of supply on the rating plate match that of the supply where the appliance is to be installed. The fuse rating is also to be found on the rating plate. Always [...]

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    40 electrolux environment concerns Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recycled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at the community waste disposal facilities. When a unit is no long[...]

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    guarantee/customer service electrolux 41 Guarantee/Customer Service Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same [...]

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    42 electrolux guarantee/customer service 4. The model and Serial number of the appliance (found on the rating plate). 5. The purchase date. Please note a valid purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in guarantee service calls. Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your Electrolux appliance, or for further information o[...]

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