Zanussi ZDS 689 EX manual

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    DISHW ASHER ZDS 689 EX INS TRUCTION BOOKLE T 152991 99/0 GB[...]

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    F or the user Important safety information 3 Description of the appliance 4 The control panel 5 Before use 7 Setting the water softener 7 Rinse aid 9 Use of detergent 10 Using your appliance 12 Loading your appliance 12 Adjusting the height of the upper basket 15 Hints and tips 16 W ashing programmes 17 Operating sequence 18 Maintenance and cleanin[...]

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    It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future refer ence. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner , or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is left with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the applia[...]

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    Description of the appliance 4 PDA12UK 1 2 3 4 6 7 5 8 9 10 11 13 12 IN72 1 Levelling spacers 2. Upper basket stop 3. Upper spray arm 4. Salt container 5. Large filter 6. Detergent dispenser 7. Control panel 8. Rating plate 9. Rinse aid dispenser 10. Central filter 1 1. Lower spray arm 12. Upper basket 13. SID (Super Intensity Dispenser)[...]

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    1. On/Off indicator light This light comes on when the On/Off pushbutton is depressed, indicating that the machine is on. 2. On/Off pushbutton Press this button to preset the dishwasher to accept settings (selection of a wash programme, economy drying, etc.). The number "3" appears in the digital display . When the washing programme has f[...]

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    6. Eco dr ying By pressing this button you can opt to shorten or completely eliminate the hot air drying cycle, so making a considerable energy saving (Eco or No). If programme no. 7 is selected the indicator light "NO" will come on for default but it is possible to change the setting by depressing this button. W ith the programme no. 1 t[...]

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    Before using your dishwasher for the first time: 1. ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions 2. remove all packaging from inside the appliance 3. set the water softener 4. fill the salt container 5. fill the rinse aid dispenser . Setting the water softener The dishwasher is equipped with a water sof[...]

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    Filling with salt If your water is "level 0" it is already soft and therefore there is no need to use salt. (In this case the salt refill indicator light will remain illuminated). Salt must be used from "level 1" upward. If you use phosphate free detergents containing enzymes, add salt in the water softener starting from 4°dH ([...]

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    Rinse aid Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring thorough rinsing, spot and streak free drying. The dispenser , which is positioned inside the door , holds about 1 10 ml of rinse aid, which is suf ficient for 16 - 40 dishwashing programmes, depending upon the dosage setting. Filling with Rinse Aid: 1. Open the container by[...]

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    Use of deterg ent Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. W e recommend the use of Finish detergents which are available in the following options: Finish Double Action T ablets. Each tablet has the exact amount of detergent required, simply place in the dispenser . Finish Powder recommended for every day use. Finish Liquid[...]

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    Compact deterg ents with enzymes In these compact powders the environmently unfriendly components have been replaced by natural enzymes and other more biodegradable substances. The enzymes deploy their full dirt dissolving power at a temperature as low as 50°C. By choosing the "Bio" programmes you can therefore achieve the same cleaning [...]

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    Loading y our appliance Before placing dishes in the machine, remove any scraps of food, to avoid clogging the filters and consequently reducing the performance. Do not load very small items which can fall through the baskets. Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes. The lo wer bask et The lower basket is designed to take saucepa[...]

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    The cutler y bask et Long bladed knives stored in an upright position are a potential hazard. Long and/or sharp items of cutlery such as carving knives must be positioned horizontally in the upper basket. T ake care when loading or unloading sharp items such as knives. Cutlery should be placed in the removable cutlery basket with the handles facing[...]

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    The upper bask et The upper basket is designed for plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner plates of up to 24 cm in diameter), salad bowls, cups and glasses. Glasses with long stems can be placed upside down in the raised cup racks. Larger plates (dinner plates up to 24 cm in diameter) must be loaded in the front part of the upper basket. Light ite[...]

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    Adjusting the height of the upper bask et If washing very large plates (over 27 cm and up to 31 cm in diameter) you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position. T o move to the higher position proceed as follows: 1. Pull out the basket until it stops. 2. Carefully lift both sides upwards until the mechanis[...]

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    T o sa v e energ y Place dishes in the machine immediately after every meal and wait until the dishwasher is full before washing. If necessary run the Rinse and Hold programme (see "W ashing Programmes" chart on the following page), so that any food scraps do not become caked on the dishes while you are waiting to run the complete wash pr[...]

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    W ashing pr ogrammes 17 PWP14UK Pr ogramme Degr ee of soil and type of load Any . Partial load (to be completed later in the day). Heavy soil. Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans Normal soil. Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans Light soil. Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans Normal soil. Crockery , cutlery Light soil. Crockery , cutlery Light soil. Cr[...]

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    1. Check the filters Ensure they are clean and properly positioned (see cleaning instructions). 2. Pr ess the On/Off pushbutton 3. Check that ther e is rinse aid and salt The indicator lights will flash if refilling is necessary . 4. Load the dishes Remove any scraps of food. Pull the lower basket out and arrange the saucepans, plates and cutlery i[...]

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    12. Cancel the wash pr ogramme T o change or cancel a wash programme in progress depress the start button until two zeros appear in the digital display and the indicator lights are off (except On/Of f indicator light). The previous setting has been cancelled and a new programme can now be selected. When the wash programme has finished, it is recomm[...]

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    Internal cleaning Ensure that the seals around the door , the deter gent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth. W e recommend the use of Finish Dishwasher Cleaner every 3 months or run a 65°C wash without dishes using detergent. Regular use of Finish Dishwasher Cleaner cleans inaccessible parts, eliminates unpleasant foo[...]

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    Check that the SID is not clogged with detergent residue. If necessary , rinse it under running water after having removed it from the basket by twisting it anticlockwise and pulling it upwards. Fasten it back onto the support by turning it clockwise. Never use your dishwasher without the SID dispenser . Since SID also ensures corr ect distribution[...]

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    Symptom F ault code Solution The machine will not start ■ The On/Off button has not been pressed. ■ The door has not been properly closed, (open door indicator light flashes). ■ The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket. ■ Check the plug fuse. ■ There is no current at the socket. The dishwasher does not Indicator light ■ Ens[...]

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    Symptom Solution The dishes are not clean (poor wash) ■ The baskets are too full. ■ The dishes have not been arranged properly . ■ The spray arms do not rotate. ■ The spray arms are clogged. ■ The filters are clogged. ■ The filters are not in position. ■ Not enough detergent has been used or it is unsuitable. ■ The detergent is old [...]

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    Ser vice and spar e par ts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts please contact your local Zanussi Service Force Centre by telephoning: 0990 929929 Y our telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Centre covering your post code area. Service Centre addresses can be found in the acco[...]

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    Standar d guarantee conditions W e, Zanussi, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of purchase this Zanussi 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 FREE OF CHARGE for labour , materials or carriage on condition that: • The[...]

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    Any electrical work requir ed to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Any plumbing work requir ed to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person. Ensure the machine is easily accessible for servicing when installed T echnical specifications Installat[...]

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    Remove all packaging before positioning the machine. If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a drain. W ater supply connections This dishwasher must be plumbed into a cold water supply . The water pressure must be within the limits given in the technical specifications. Y our local W ater Authority will advise you on the average m[...]

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    W ater outlet hose connection The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following ways: A- T o the sink outlet siphon, securing it if necessary with a clip. B- T o a wall outlet provided with a vent-hole, minimum internal diameter 4 cm. The waste connection must be at a height of between 30 cm (minimum) and 100 cm (maximum) from the floor .[...]

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    Electrical connection This appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer declines any responsibility should this safety measur es not be observed. If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for the socket, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted. Important The wires on the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the fo[...]

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    It is essential that the recess dimensions indicated in the diagram are followed. No further openings for venting of the dishwasher are required, but only to let the water fill and drain hose and power supply cable pass through. It is absolutely essential that the dishwasher is disconnected from the electricity supply before gaining access to any i[...]

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    The furnitur e door plinth The door on this appliance is designed for the overlay of a door plinth having the following dimensions: W idth: 596 mm Height: 50 mm (min) - 120 mm (max) Thickness: 20 mm max The panel height should be no more than indicated, otherwise complete opening of the door will no longer be possible as the panel hits against the [...]

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    Adjusting the door balance The door of the dishwasher is balanced when it is open in any position. Fitting the decor panel may sometimes affect this balance. In this case it will be necessary to adjust the balance as follows: Half-open the door and regulate the screws located on the kick plate. By screwing or unscrewing these screws, the tension of[...]

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    Kitchen plinth adjustment T o allow correct opening of the door it is sometimes necessary to cut the kitchen plinth. Refer to the cutting table. According to dimensions ( a ) and ( b ) as shown on the figure, you will find on the following table the depth ( x ) of the cut to be made on the plinth. The dimensions ( a ) and ( b ) of the table are tho[...]

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