Zanussi Zsf 4126 Users Manual

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DISHWASHER
ZSF 4126

152956 87/0

Instruction Book

Contents
Safety instructions

Disposal

Economical and ecological dishwashing

Description of the appliance

The control panel

Prior to using for the first time
The water softener
Filling with dishwasher salt
Rinse aid

6
6
7
7

In daily use
Loading cutlery and dishes
The lower basket
The cutlery basket
The upper basket
Adjusting the height of the upper basket
Use of detergent

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8
8
8
9
9
10

Different kinds of detergent

Washing programmes

Starting a washing programme

Maintenance and cleaning
Cleaning the filters
Prolonged periods of non-operation
Frost precautions
Moving the machine

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14
14
14
14

Something not working

Service and Spare Parts

Customer Care Department

Guarantee Conditions

Installation instructions
Fitting under a counter
Levelling
Water supply connections
Water outlet hose connection
Electrical connection

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19
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20
20

Hints for test centres

Technical specifications
Dimensions

Width
Height with worktop
Height without worktop
Max depth
Max depth with open door

Electrical connection:
Voltage
Overall power
Fuse

Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the
inner edge of the dishwasher’s door.

Water supply pressure

Minimum
Maximum

Capacity

45 cm
85 cm
82 cm
63 cm
118.5 cm

50 kPa (0.5 bar)
800 kPa (8 bar)
9 place settings

This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:
- 73/23 or 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
- 89/336 or 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

Safety instructions
It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. 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 appliance and the
relevant safety information.
This information has been provided in the interest of your safety. You MUST read it carefully before installing or using the
appliance.
If you are unsure about any aspect of the information in this book, please contact our customer care department on 08705
950 950

Installation
●

Check your dishwasher for any transport damage. Never
connect a damaged machine. If your dishwasher is
damaged, you should contact your supplier.

●

For safety reasons it is dangerous to alter the specifications
or attempt to modify this product in any way.

●

Any electrical and plumbing work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified and
competent person.

●

Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not
stand on the electrical supply cable.

●

The sides of the dishwasher must never be drilled to
prevent damage to hydraulic components.

●

Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the
machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning.
Contact your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on
genuine spare parts.

Disposal
Dispose of the dishwasher packaging material correctly.
All packaging materials can be recycled.
Plastic parts are marked with standard international
abbreviations:
>PE<
for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material.
>PS<
for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFCfree).
>POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g. plastic clips.

Child safety
●

This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.

●

Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls
or play with the product.

●

Packaging parts may be dangerous for children, who could
even be suffocated! You should therefore keep all
packaging well away from children.

Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper
and should be deposited in the waste paper collection for
recycling.
As and when you cease to use your dishwasher and withdraw
it from service, your should render it unserviceable before
having it disposed of.

●

The water in your dishwasher is not for drinking. Detergent
residues may still be present in your machine. Keep
children well away from your dishwasher when the door is
open.

Warning! Children at play could lock themselves in your
dishwasher or otherwise endanger their lives. Therefore cut off
the power supply cable and make the door closing device
unusable to prevent children from being trapped inside.

●

Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children's reach.

For the disposing of the appliance please take it to a recycling
centre or to your dealer who may, for a small contribution to
the costs, dispose it for you.

Your dishwasher in day-to-day use
●

Items that are contaminated by petrol, paint, steel or iron
debris, corrosive, acidic or alkaline chemicals must not be
washed in this dishwasher.

●

Under no circumstances should you open the door whilst
the appliance is in operation, especially during the washing
phase, hot water may escape. However, if the door is
opened, a safety device ensures that the machine stops.

●

Only use products (detergent, salt and rinse aid) specifically
designed for use in dishwashers.

●

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.

●

Ensure that the door of the dishwasher is always closed
when it is not being loaded or unloaded. In this way you will
avoid anybody tripping over the open door and hurting
themselves.

●

The symbol
on the product or on its packaging indicates
that this product may not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Economical and
ecological dishwashing

When finishing loading or unloading close the door, as an
open door can be a hazard.

●

Do not sit or stand on the open door.

●

Isolate the appliance from the power supply and turn off the
water supply after use.

●

This product should be serviced by an authorised service
engineer, and only genuine spare parts should be used.
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●

Ensure that the water softener is correctly adjusted.

●

Do not pre-wash under running water.

●

Select the wash programme to suit the nature and degree of
the soiling on the dishes.

●

Do not use more detergent, dishwasher salt and rinse aid
than is recommended in these operating instructions and by
the manufacturer of the respective product.

Description of the appliance
1.

Upper basket stop

Water hardness dial

Salt container

Detergent dispenser

Control panel

Rating plate

Rinse aid dispenser

Filters

Lower spray arm

10. Upper spray arm
11. Upper basket
12. Worktop

IN154

The control panel
On/Off indicator light

Programme selection marker

Programme guide

Door handle

Start/Cancel indicator light

Programme selector dial

Indicator lights

Start/Cancel button

Programme selector dial and On/Off indicator
light: the selection of a washing programme occurs by
turning the programme selector dial clockwise or anticlockwise,
until the desired washing programme (see "Washing
programmes" chart) corresponds with the programme selection
marker placed on the dial (position On). The On/Off indicator
light illuminates.
The indicator lights of the phases foreseen for the selected
programme start flashing.
To switch off the machine turn the programme selector dial
until the marker on the dial corresponds with the On/Off
indicator light (position Off). The On/Off indicator light turns off.
With the programme selector dial it is also possible to set the
level of the water softener (see specific paragraph).

"Start/Cancel" button: once a washing programme has
been set, press this button to start the programme.
The Start/Cancel indicator light (placed above the button)
illuminates.
With this button it is possible to cancel a washing programme
in progress.

Indicator lights: have the following meanings:
Wash

illuminates when the washing and rinsing
phases are running.

Dry

illuminates when the drying phase is
running.

End

illuminates when the washing programme
has ended.
It also has added functions of visual
signalling as:
- the setting of the water softener,
- intervention of an alarm due to the
malfunction of the machine.

As soon as you select a washing programme, the phase
indicator lights for that programme will start flashing.
As the programme starts, the phase indicator lights turn off
except for the indicator light of the phase in progress which will
remain lit with a static light.
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Prior to using for the first time
Before using your dishwasher for the first time:

b) Setting electronically
(The dishwasher must be switched off)

1. Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply
with the installation instructions

The dishwasher is factory set at level 5.

2. Remove all packaging from inside the appliance
1. Keep the Start/Cancel button pressed and turn the
programme selector dial clockwise until the programme
selection marker corresponds with the first washing
programme.
The On/Off and Start/Cancel indicator lights start to flash
indicating that you have activated the water softener setting
function.
At the same time, the End indicator light starts flashing.

3. Set the water softener
4. Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt container and then fill
with dishwasher salt
5. Fill the rinse aid dispenser

The water softener
The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener designed to
remove minerals and salts from the water supply, which would
have a detrimental or adverse effect on the operation of the
appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals and salts, the harder
your water is.
Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales, Clarke
degrees, French degrees (TH°) and mmol/l (millimol per litre international unit for the hardness of water).
The softener should be adjusted according to the hardness of
the water in your area. Your local Water Authority can advise
you on the hardness of the water in your area.

The current level is indicated by the number of flashes of
the End indicator light and a pause of about 5 seconds (see
chart).
Example: 5 flashes + pause + 5 flashes etc...= level 5
2. To change the level, press the Start/Cancel button.
Each time this button is pressed the level changes. (For the
selection of the new level, see chart).
Examples:
If current level is 5, by pressing the Start/Cancel button
once, level 6 is selected.
If current level is 10, by pressing the Start/Cancel button
once, level 1 is selected.

The water softener must be set in both ways: manually, using
the water hardness dial and electronically, using the
programme selector dial and the Start/Cancel button.

The End indicator light remains off for about 5 seconds and
then starts flashing indicating the new set made.

a) Setting manually
3. To memorise the operation, switch off the machine by
returning the programme selector dial to the Off position,
that is the programme selection marker corresponds with
the On/Off indicator light.
Otherwise wait for about 60 seconds, after which the
dishwasher will automatically return to setting mode.

1. Open the dishwasher door.
2. Remove the lower basket from the dishwasher.
3. Turn the water hardness dial to position 1 or 2 (see table).
4. Replace the lower basket.
The dishwasher is factory set
at position 2.

AA07

Adjustment of the
water hardness setting

Clarke

°TH

mmol/l

Range

manually

electronically

Number of
flashes of the
"End" indicator light

64 - 88

91 - 125

9,0 - 12,5

level 10

yes

53 - 63

76 - 90

7,6- 8,9

level 9

yes

46 - 52

65 - 75

6,5 - 7,5

level 8

yes

36 - 45

51 - 64

5,1 - 6,4

level 7

yes

28 - 35

40 - 50

4,0 - 5,0

level 6

yes

23 - 27

33 - 39

3,3 - 3,9

III

level 5

yes

18 - 22

26 - 32

2,6 - 3,2

III

level 4

yes

13 - 17

19 - 25

1,9 - 2,5

level 3

yes

5 - 12

7 - 18

0,7 - 1,8

I/II

level 2

yes

< 0,7

level 1

Water hardness

Use
of
salt

Filling with dishwasher salt

Rinse aid

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 grains of salt or salty water, which
may have been spilt, remaining on the bottom of the
machine for any period of time, which may cause
corrosion.

Rinse aid is automatically added during the last rinse, ensuring
thorough rinsing, and spot and streak free drying.
The dispenser, which is positioned inside the door, holds about
110 ml of rinse aid, which is sufficient for 16 - 40 dishwashing
programmes, depending upon the dosage setting.

Filling with rinse aid
1. Open the container by pressing the release button (A).
2. Add the rinse aid until the container is completely full. The
maximum level for filling is indicated by "max".

To fill:
1. Open the door, remove the lower basket and unscrew the
cap of the salt container by turning it anticlockwise.
2. Pour 1 litre of water inside the container (this is necessary
only before filling with salt for the first time).
3. Using the funnel provided,
pour in the salt until the
container is full.

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4. Replace the cap making
sure that there is no trace
of salt on the screw
thread or on the gasket.
5. Replace on the cap tightly
turning it clockwise until it
stops with a click.

BR10

BR16

Ensure that the lid is closed after every refill.
Clean up any rinse aid spilt during filling with an
absorbent cloth to avoid excess foaming during the next
wash.
Only use branded rinse aid for dishwashers. Never fill the
rinse aid dispenser with any other substances (e.g.
dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid detergent). This would
damage the appliance.

SR14

The salt container will require topping up periodically.
The salt cap has a refill
indicator window in the centre.
A green float is clearly visible
when there is salt inside the
container and almost
disappears when the salt has
finished reminding you to add
salt.

Adjusting the dose
According to the finish and drying results obtained, adjust the
dose of rinse aid by means of the 6 position selector (position
1 minimum dosage, position 6 maximum dosage).
The dose is factory set in
position 4.
Increase the dose if there are
drops of water or lime spots
on the dishes after washing.

SR22

Reduce it if there are sticky
whitish streaks on the dishes
or a bluish film on glassware
or knife blades.

Do not worry if water over flows from the unit when filling with
salt, this is quite normal.

BR12

Top up the rinse aid when the
indicator (B) becomes clear.

BR11

In 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 that can
absorb water may not be washed in the dishwasher.
●

Before loading the dishes, you should:
- Remove large left-overs.
- Soften remnants of burnt food in pans

●

When loading the dishes and cutlery, please note:
- Dishes and cutlery must not impede the rotation of the
spray arms .
- Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, pans, etc. with
the opening downwards so that water cannot collect in the
container or a deep base.
- Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie inside one
another, or cover each other.
- To avoid damage to glasses, they must not touch.
- Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.

●

Plastic items and pans with teflon have a tendency to
retain water drops; these items will not dry as well as
porcelain and steel items.

For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery/dishes
are of limited suitability:

are not suitable:
- Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or
mother-of-pearl handles

- Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it is specifically
marked as being dishwasher-safe by the manufacturer.

- Plastic items that are not heat resistant

- Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed frequently

- Older cutlery with glued parts that is not
temperature resistant

- Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to discolour
during washing. Residues, e.g. egg white, egg yolk and
mustard often cause discolouring and staining on silver.
Therefore always clean left-overs from silver immediately, if
it is not to be washed straight after use.

- Bonded cutlery items or dishes
- Pewter or copper items
- Lead crystal glass

- Some types of glass can become dull after a large number
of washes

- Steel items subject to rusting
- Wooden platters
- Items made from synthetic fibres

Open the door and slide out the baskets to load the dishes.

The cutlery basket
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.
Take care when loading or unloading sharp items such as
knives.

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.

Forks and spoons should be placed in the removable cutlery
basket with the handles facing downwards and the knives with
their handles facing upwards.
If the handles protrude from the bottom of the basket,
obstructing the lower spray arm, load the cutlery with the
handles facing upwards.
Mix spoons with other cutlery to prevent them from sticking
together.

UI61

For best results we
recommend you to use the
cutlery grid provided (if the
size and dimensions of the
cutlery allow it).

UI24

UI76

The upper basket

Adjusting the height of 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, the cup
racks can be folded upwards.
Light items (plastic bowls
etc.) must be loaded in the
upper basket and arranged
so they do not move.

If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower
basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position.
Maximum height of the dishes in
upper basket
lower basket

With upper basket raised

20 cm

31 cm

With upper basket lowered

24 cm

27 cm

To move to the higher position proceed as
follows:
1. Move the front runner stops (A) of the upper basket
outwards and slide the basket out.
2. Refit the basket in the higher position and replace the stops
(A) in their original position.
When the basket is in the
higher position you will not
be able to use the cup
rack(s).

Before closing the door,
ensure that the spray arms
can rotate freely.

RC01

After loading your machine always close the door, as an
open door can be a hazard.

Use of detergent
Only use detergents specifically designed for use in
dishwashers.
We recommend the use of Finish detergents.
Using no more than the correct amount of detergent
contributes to reducing pollution.
Please observe the manufacturer’s dosing and storage
recommendations as stated on the detergent packaging.

Fill with detergent
1. If the lid is closed: press release button (1). The lid springs
open.
2. Fill the detergent dispenser (2) with detergent.
The marking indicates the dosing levels:
20 = approximately 20 g of detergent
30 = approximately 30 g of detergent

DE22

DE19

3. All programmes with prewash need an additional detergent
dose (5/10 g) that must be placed in the prewash detergent
chamber (3). This detergent will take effect during the
prewash phase.
4. Close the lid and press until it locks in place.

For best results we recommend the use of Finish detergents, rinse aid and salt.

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Different kinds of detergent
Detergent tablets

Use of "3 in 1" combi detergents

Detergent tablets of different brands dissolve at different
speeds. For this reason some detergent tablets cannot
dissolve and develop their full cleaning power during short
programmes. Therefore please use long programmes when
using detergent tablets, to ensure the complete removal of
detergent residuals.
Do not place the tablets in the tub or in the cutlery basket
as this will result in poorer wash results. The tablets
should be placed in the detergent dispenser.

General advice
These products are detergents with integrated and combined
detergent/rinse-aid and salt functions.
1. Before using these products you should first check that
the water hardness in your supply is compatible with
the use of these products as per the detergent
manufacturers (on the product packaging).
2. These products should be strictly used according to the
detergent manufacturers instructions.
3. If you encounter problems when using 3 in 1 products for
the first time then please contact the detergent
manufacturers care line (the telephone number is given on
the product packaging).

Concentrated detergent
Based on their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents
can be split into two basic types:
- conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components.
- low alkaline concentrated detergents with natural enzymes.
The use of 50°C washing programmes in conjunction with
concentrated detergents reduces pollution and is good for your
dishes; these wash programmes are specially matched to the
dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes in the concentrated
detergent. For this reason 50°C wash programmes in which
concentrated detergents are used can achieve the same
results that can otherwise only be achieved using 65°C
programmes.

Special advice
When using combination 3 in 1 products select the lowest
possible setting for water hardness.
If you decide to turn back to the use of the standard detergent
system we advise that you:

Combi detergents

●

Refill both the salt container and rinse aid dispenser.

●

Switch the water hardness setting to the highest possible
position and run from 1 to 3 normal washing programmes
without a load.

●

Readjust the water hardness setting again according to the
hardness of the water in your area.

If you are using dishwasher detergent that includes the rinse
aid function, this must be placed in the detergent compartment.
In this case the rinse aid dispenser must be empty, in order to
avoid a double dosage.
If in the rinse aid dispenser there is still rinse aid you must wait
until it has finished before using these kind of detergents.

NOTE: When using dishwasher detergents with
integrated and combined detergent/rinse-aid functions,
the refilling of the rinse aid dispenser is no longer
necessary.
Special salt for dishwasher must still be used.
In this case the rinse aid indicator light will always remain
illuminated when the machine is switched on (not all
dishwasher models are foreseen with rinse aid indicator
light).

NOTE: When using dishwasher detergents with
integrated and combined detergent/rinse-aid/salt
functions, the refilling of the salt container and the rinse
aid dispenser are no longer necessary.
In this case the salt and the rinse aid indicator lights will
always remain illuminated when the machine is switched on
(not all dishwasher models are foreseen with salt and rinse
aid indicator lights).

Washing programmes
Programme

Degree of soil
and
type of load

Position
of the
programme
selector dial

Cycle description

(3) Consumption values
Programme
duration
(in minutes)

Energy
consumption
(in kWh)

Water
consumption
(in litres)

Hot prewash
Main wash up to 70°C
2 warm rinses
1 hot rinse
Drying

75 - 85

1,5 - 1,7

18 - 20

Normal 65°

Normal soil.
Crockery and
cutlery

Cold prewash
Main wash up to 65°C
2 warm rinses
1 hot rinse
Drying

105 - 115

1,3 - 1,5

20 - 25

(1)
Quick Wash
60°

Fresh soil.
Crockery and
cutlery

Main wash up to 60°C
1 hot rinse

25 - 35

0,7 - 0,8

Cold prewash
Main wash up to 50°C
1 cold rinse
1 hot rinse
Drying

118 - 128

0,75 - 0,8

13 - 15

1 cold rinse (to avoid food
scraps from sticking
together). This programme
does not require the use of
detergent.

< 0,1

Intensive 70°

Heavy soil.
Crockery, cutlery,
pots and pans

(2)
Economy 50°

Normal soil.
Crockery and
cutlery

Rinse Hold

Any.
Partial load (to be
completed later in
the day).

(1) Ideal for washing crockery and cutlery of breakfast and dinner (fresh soil).
This is the perfect daily programme, made to meet the needs of a family of 4 persons who only wish to load breakfast
and dinner crockery and cutlery.
(2) Testing programme for EN 50242 (see "Hints for Test Centres"). This programme, developed for the use of detergents with
enzymes, allows you to achieve, with reduced consumption of energy the same cleaning results that would otherwise be
obtained only with the 65°C programmes and conventional detergents. To compensate the lower temperature, the duration of
washing and drying have been extended.
(3) 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.

Starting a washing programme
1. Check that the baskets have been
loaded correctly and that the spray
arms can rotate freely

6. End of the washing programme
The dishwasher will stop automatically.
The illumination of the End indicator light indicates that the
programme has ended.
Switch off the dishwasher by returning the programme
selector dial to the Off position.
The On/Off indicator light turns off.

2. Turn on the water tap

Open the dishwasher’s door, leave it ajar and wait a few
minutes before removing the dishes; in this way they will
be cooler and the drying will be improved.

3. Close the dishwasher door

7. Unloading the dishwasher

4. Setting and starting the programme

Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. The dishes should
therefore be allowed to cool down before removing from
the appliance.

Turn the programme selector dial until the marker on the
dial corresponds with the desired programme (see
"Washing programmes" chart).

Empty the lower basket first and then the upper one; this
will avoid water dripping from the upper basket onto the
dishes in the lower one.

The On/Off indicator light illuminates.
The indicator lights of the phases foreseen for the
programme start flashing.

Water may appear on the sides and the door of the
dishwasher as the stainless steel will eventually become
cooler than the dishes.

Press the Start/Cancel button, the programme starts
automatically and the Start/Cancel indicator light
illuminates.
The indicator light of the phase in progress is illuminated.

When the washing programme has finished, it is
recommended that the dishwasher is unplugged and the
water tap turned off.

NOTE: during the running of the programme, it is not
possible to change the selection made by positioning the
programme selector dial in correspondence of another
programme. If you want to change the running washing
programme you must cancel the selection made (see "To
cancel a washing programme in progress").
NOTE: the washing programme will begin only after
having pressed the Start/Cancel button. Until that moment
it is possible to modify the selection made.

5. To interrupt or cancel a washing
programme in progress
Interrupt or cancel a washing programme in progress
ONLY if it’s absolutely necessary.
Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is
opened. Open the door carefully.

To interrupt a washing programme in
progress
Open the dishwasher door; the programme will stop.
Close the door; the programme will start from the point at
which it was interrupted.

To cancel a washing programme in progress
Press the Start/Cancel button for about 5 seconds.
The Start/Cancel indicator light turns off and the phase
indicator lights are flashing.
The running programme has been cancelled and it is now
possible to set a new washing programme.
If a new washing programme is to be selected, check that
there is detergent in the detergent dispenser.

Maintenance and cleaning
Clean the external surfaces of the machine and control panel
with a damp soft cloth. If necessary use only neutral
detergents. Never use abrasive products, scouring pads or
solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc....).
Ensure that the seals around the door, the detergent and rinse
aid dispensers are cleaned regularly with a damp cloth.
We recommend the use of Finish Dishwasher Cleaner every
3 months or run a 65°C wash programme without dishes using
detergent.
Regular use of Finish Dishwasher Cleaner cleans
inaccessible parts, eliminates unpleasant food odours and
helps prevent the build-up of limescale.

Attention!
Under no circumstances may the dishwasher be used without
filters.
Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters will produce
poor washing results.

NEVER try to remove the
upper spray arm.
If residues of soil have
clogged the holes in the
upper spray arm, remove
them with a cocktail stick.

Cleaning the filters
The filters must be checked and cleaned from time to time.
Dirty filters will degrade the washing result.

MA40

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 (C).
Unlock the filter system using the handle on the microfilter,
and remove.

Prolonged periods of non-operation
If you are not using the machine for any period of time you are
advised to:
1. Unplug the appliance and then turn off the water.
2. Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation of any
unpleasant smells.
3. Leave the inside of the machine clean.

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.
3. Turn the handle about 1/4 a turn anticlockwise and remove.

Moving the machine
If you have to move the machine (moving house etc....):
1. Unplug it.
2. Turn the water tap off.
3. Remove the water inlet and discharge hoses.
4. Pull the machine out together with the hoses.
Avoid over tilting the machine during transportation.

MA39

4. Take hold of the coarse filter (A) by the handle with the hole
and remove from the microfilter (B).
5. Clean all filters thoroughly under running water.
6. Remove the flat filter (C) from the base of the washing
compartment and clean both faces thoroughly.

7. Put the flat filter (C) back in the base of the washing
compartment.
8. Place the coarse filter (A) in the microfilter (B) and
press together.
9. Put the filter combination in place and lock by turning the
handle clockwise to the stop. During this process ensure
that the flat filter does not protrude above the base of the
washing compartment.
14

Something not working
Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved with the help of the instructions
given here, without calling out an engineer.
Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation a charge will
be made, even if the appliance is in guarantee.

...a flashing fault code appears
The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation.
The intervention of an alarm is indicated by:
- continuous flashing of the Start/Cancel indicator light,
- a combination of flashing and pauses of the End indicator light (as described in the chart).
Open the door and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.

Fault code / malfunction

Possible cause

Solutions

- continuous flashing of the
"Start/Cancel" indicator light

The water tap is blocked or furred with
limescale.

Clean the water tap.

- 1 flash of the "End" indicator
light

The water tap is turned off.

Turn the water tap on.

The filter (where present) in the threaded hose
fitting at the water inlet valve is blocked.

Clean the filter in the threaded hose
fitting.

The water inlet hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed.

Check the water inlet hose connection.

- continuous flashing of the
"Start/Cancel" indicator light

The sink spigot is blocked.

Clean out the sink spigot.

- 2 flashes of the "End" indicator
light

The water drain hose has not been correctly laid
or it is bent or squashed.

Check the water drain hose connection.

Anti-flood device has activated.

Close the water tap and contact your
local Service Force Centre.

The machine does not fill with
water.

The dishwasher will not drain.
- continuous flashing of the
"Start/Cancel" indicator light
- 3 flashes of the "End" indicator
light
Once these checks have been carried out; close the door and press the Start/Cancel button. The programme will continue from the
point at which it was interrupted. If the fault code reappears contact your local Service Force Centre.
For other combinations of fault codes not described in the above chart, please contact your local Service Force Centre.

...there are problems when operating the dishwasher
Malfunction

Possible cause

Solutions

The dishwasher door has not been properly
closed.

Close the door.

The main plug is not plugged in.

Insert the mains plug.

The fuse has blown in the household fuse box.

Replace the fuse.

The whistling is not a cause for concern.

Use a different brand of detergent.

The programme does not start

There is a whistling noise during
washing

...the wash results are not satisfactory
The dishes are not clean
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The wrong washing programme has been selected.
The dishes were arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded.
The spray arms do not rotate freely due to wrong arrangement of the load.
The filters in the base of the washing compartment are dirty or incorrectly positioned.
Too little or no detergent has been used.
Where there are limescale deposits on the dishes; the salt container is empty or the wrong level of the water softener has been
selected.
The drain hose connection is not correct.
The salt container cap is not properly closed.

The dishes are wet and dull
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Rinse aid was not used.
The rinse aid dispenser is empty.

There are streaks, milky spots or a bluish coating on glasses and dishes
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Decrease rinse aid dosing.

Water drops have dried onto glasses and dishes
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Increase rinse aid dosing.
The detergent may be the cause. Contact the detergent manufacturer’s consumer care line.

If after all these checks, the problem persists, contact your
local Service Force Centre, quoting the model (Mod.), product
number (PNC) and serial number (S.N.).
This information can be found on the rating plate located on
the side of the dishwasher door (see picture).
So that you always have these numbers at hand, we
recommend you to make a note of them here:
Mod. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PNC : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S.N. : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RA08

This product should be serviced by an authorised service
engineer, and only genuine spare parts should be used.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the
machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury
or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force
Centre.
Always insist on genuine spare parts.

Service and Spare Parts
In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish
to purchase spare parts please contact your local Service
Force Centre by telephoning:

08705 929929
Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service
Force Centre covering your post code area.
For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further
information about Service Force, please visit the website at
www.serviceforce.co.uk
Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you read the
details under the heading "Something not working".
When you contact the Service Force Centre you will need to
give the following details:
1. Your name, address and post code
2. Your telephone number
3. Clear and concise details of the fault
4. The model and serial number of the appliance (found on the
rating plate)
5. The purchase date
Please note that a valid purchase receipt or guarantee
documentation is required for in-guarantee service calls.

Customer Care
Department
For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi-Electrolux
appliance or for further information on Zanussi-Electrolux
products please contact our Customer Care Department by
letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at
www.zanussi-electrolux.co.uk
Customer Care Department
Zanussi-Electrolux
55-77 High Street
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 1DZ
Tel: 08705 727727 (*)

* calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes

Guarantee Conditions
Standard Guarantee Conditions

European Guarantee

We, Zanussi-Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of
the date of purchase this ZANUSSI-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 FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or
carriage on condition that:

If you should move to another country within Europe then your
guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the
following qualifications:

●

The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on
the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.

●

The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes
only, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

●

The appliance has not been serviced, maintained repaired,
taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised
by us.

●

All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by
a Service Force Centre.

●

Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the
Company’s property.

●

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal
rights.

Exclusions
This guarantee does not cover:
Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use
or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable
parts of glass or plastic.

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Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is
improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United
Kingdom.

●

Appliances found to be in use within a commercial
environment, plus those which are subject to rental
agreements.

●

Products of Zanussi-Electrolux manufacture which are not
marketed by Zanussi-Electrolux.

The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your
product.

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The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent
for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for
this brand or range of products.

●

This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to
another user.

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Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or
European Free Trade Area.

●

The product is installed and used in accordance with our
instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal
household.

●

The product is installed taking into account regulations in
your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care
centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home.
They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is
aware of your move and able to look after you and your
appliance.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday
to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which
case a premium will be charged.

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France

Senlis

Germany

Nurnberg

+33 (0) 344 62 29 29
+49 (0) 800 234 7378

Italy

Pordenone

+39 (0) 434 39 4700

Sweden

Stockholm

+46 (0) 8 672 53 90

Slough

+44 (0)1753 219897

Ireland

Dublin

+353 (0)1 4090751

Installation instructions
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.

Water supply connections

Remove all packaging before positioning the machine.

For making the connection itself, the coupling nut fitted to the
machine’s supply hose is designed to screw onto a 3/4" inch
gas thread spout.

This dishwasher must be plumbed into a cold water supply.

If possible, position the machine next to a water tap and a
drain.

The water pressure must be within the limits given in the
"Technical specifications". Your local Water Authority will
advise you on the average mains pressure in your area.

Fitting under a counter

The water inlet hose must not be kinked, crushed, or entangled
when it is being connected.

(kitchen worktop or sink)

The inlet hose must hang down vertically from the supply tap.

570-

The dishwasher features fill and drain hoses which can be
turned either to the left or the right to suit the installation by
means of the locknut. The locknut must be correctly fitted
to avoid water leaks. (Attention! NOT all models of
dishwashers have fill and drain hoses provided with locknut. In
this case, this kind of facility is not possible).

820

By removing the machine’s worktop, you can install it under a
close fitting sink unit or a pre-existing top, providing the
dimensions of the recess correspond to those shown in the
picture.

If the machine is connected to new pipes or pipes which have
not been used for a long time, you should run the water for a
few minutes before connecting the inlet hose.

600

Do not use, for connection, old hoses which have been
used with another appliance.

450

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.

IN04

Proceed as follows:
Remove the machine’s worktop by unscrewing the two rear
retaining screws, pull the worktop from the back of the
machine and slide out the front slots, lifting the worktop.
Insert the machine after adjusting height and levelling with the
adjustable feet. When inserting the machine, ensure that the
water inlet and drain hoses are not kinked or squashed.
During all operations that involve accessibility to internal
components the dishwasher has to be unplugged.
Be sure that once the appliance has been installed, it is easily
accessible for the service engineer in the event that a repair is
required.
If the dishwasher is later used as a free-standing appliance,
the original worktop must be re-mounted.
The plinth on free-standing appliances is not adjustable.

Levelling
Good levelling is essential for correct closure and sealing of
the door.
When the appliance is correctly levelled, the door will not catch
on either side of the cabinet.
If the door does not close correctly, loosen or tighten the
adjustable feet until the machine is perfectly level.

Water outlet hose connection

Electrical connection

The end of the drain hose can be connected in the following
ways:

This appliance must be earthed.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility should this
safety measure not be observed.

1. To 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.

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.

2. Hooked over the edge of the sink using the special curved
plastic guide (if provided with the machine).

Important
The wires on the mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:

3. To a stand pipe provided with 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 bottom of the
dishwasher.

Green and Yellow

- Earth

Blue

- Neutral

Brown

- Live

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains
lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings
identifying the terminals in your plug.

The drain hose can face either to the right or left of the
dishwasher
Ensure the hose is not bent or squashed as this could prevent
or slow down the discharge of water.

Proceed as follows:
1. Connect the Green and Yellow (earth) wire to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter "E" or the earth
symbol
or coloured green and yellow.

The sink plug must not be in place when the machine is
draining as this could cause the water to syphon back into the
machine.

2. Connect the Blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter "N" or coloured black.

If you use a drain hose extension it must be no longer than 2
metres and its internal diameter must be no smaller than the
diameter of the hose provided.

3. Connect the Brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug
which is marked with the letter "L" or coloured red.

13 A

CS18

Likewise the internal diameter of the couplings used for
connections to the waste outlet must be no smaller than the
diameter of the hose provided.
CE04

Attention!
Our appliances are supplied with a security device to protect
against the return of dirty water back into the machine.
If the spigot of your sink has a "no return valve" incorporated
this can prevent the correct draining of your dishwasher.
We advise you therefore to remove it.

The plug moulded onto the lead incorporates a 13amp BSI362
fuse. Only ASTA or BSI fuses should be used.
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The
cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of
the plug.
A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local
Service Force Centre.
To isolate the dishwasher from mains, remove the mains plug.
Important!
The plug must still be accessible after the appliance
has been installed.
The appliance should not be connected to the
electrical supply by means of an extension cable.
In case that the electrical cable has to be replaced,
please contact your local Service Force Centre.
Warning!
A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a
serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that it is
disposed of safely.

Hints for test centres
Testing in accordance with EN 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "Washing
programmes" chart).
Test 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 and using the test programme (see "Washing programmes" chart).

Load:

9 standard place settings

Rinse aid setting:

position 4 (Type III)

Detergent dosage :

5 g + 20 g (Type B)

Arrangement upper basket
without smaller bowl
and salad-bowl

Arrangement upper basket
with smaller bowl
and salad-bowl

Arrangement lower basket

Arrangement cutlery basket

Cup racks: position A

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