Smeg DFC612BK - Manuals

Installation instructions 5 2. Installation and hook-up Remove the polystyrene basket retainers. Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source...

Installation instructions 6 2.1 Water supply connection Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance. The dishwa...

Installation instructions 7 2.2 Electrical connection and precautions CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MATCH THE RATINGS ON THE NAME PLATE OF THE APPLIANCE POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. THE PLUG ON THE SUPPLY CORD AND THE CORRESPONDING SOCKET OUTLET MUST BE OF THE SA...

Installation instructions 8 FOR GREAT BRITAIN ONLY: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: 1. Remove t...

User instructions 9 3. Description of the controls 3.1 Front panel All the dishwasher control are grouped on the front panel. Programming and option selection are only possible with the door closed . 1 ON/OFF BUTTON 2 START/PAUSE BUTTON 3 SELECTION PROGRAMS BUTTON 4 PROGRAMS LIGHTS 5 “3/1” OPTION BU...

User instructions 10 SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM To select the most suitable program for the dishes to be washed refer to the table below, which indicates the most appropriate program according to dish type and degree of soiling. DURATION CONSUMPTION PROGRAM SELECTION TYPE AND GRADE DIRT PROGRESS PR...

User instructions 11 3.2 Washing programs The dishwasher is equipped with a control panel, described in chapter "3. Description of the controls", from which it is possible to carry out all the power switch-on, switch-off and programming operations. Before starting a washing program make sure...

User instructions 13 In case that the door is opened during the operation, to the next door closing it is going to be necessary to start the program as shown in paragraph “ S TARTING THE PROGRAM ”. The program will resume from the point in which it was interrupted. In case that the tub temperature i...

User instructions 14 TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT • Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded. • Do not wash the dishes in running water. • Use the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of load. • Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing. • If available, conn...

User instructions 15 4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: • Adjust the water softening system; • Add the regenerating salt; • Add the rinse aid and detergent. 4.1 Using the water softening system The amount of scale contained in the ...

User instructions 16 • Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. • When necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed ...

User instructions 17 WATER HARDNESS TABLE WATER HARDNESS German Degrees (°dH) French Degrees (°dF) SETTING 0 - 4 0 - 7 Setting N. 1 NO SALT 5 - 15 8 - 25 Setting N. 1 16 - 23 26 - 40 Setting N. 2 24 - 31 41 - 60 Setting N. 3 32 - 47 61 - 80 Setting N. 4 48 - 58 81 - 100 Setting N. 5 Contact your loc...

User instructions 18 ADDING THE RINSE AID The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the final rinse cycle, from the container situated on the inner side of the door. To add rinse aid: • Open the ...

User instructions 19 ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press the button P . Add the detergent and close the cap carefully. During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically. • When a program with hot prewash is selected (see program table), extra de...

User instructions 20 • The market offers liquid and powder detergents with differing chemical compositions, which may contain phosphates, or be phosphate-free but contain natural enzymes. - Detergents containing phosphates are more effective against grease and starch at temperatures above 60°C. - En...

User instructions 21 4.3 General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and their loading. There are generally no constraints on the washing of domestic dishes, but in certa...

User instructions 23 4.4 Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 12 place-settings , including serving dishes. LOWER BASKET The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and should therefore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degree of soiling. All types an...

User instructions 24 CUTLERY BASKET The cutlery should be arranged in an orderly manner inside the basket, with the handles pointing downwards. Take care during loading to avoid injury from the knife blades. The basket is suitable for all types of cutlery, except those long enough to interfere with ...

User instructions 25 UPPER BASKET It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls and light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is used in the lowermost position, it can also be lo...

User instructions 27 ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The height of the top basket can be adjusted to allow large dishes or pans to be placed in the bottom basket. The adjustment procedure may be type A , B or C , depending on the dishwasher model purchased. Version A: pull-out with adjustment in two posi...

User instructions 28 Version C: with adjustment in three positions on both sides. The sides of the basket must always be set at the same height . This adjustment is only available on some “ maxi ” model dishwashers (at least 860 mm tall). • Raise the basket by pulling on the top edge (1) , to the fi...

User instructions 29 5. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the electrical supply or switch off the all-pole disconnection device. 5.1 General warnings and recommendations Avoid the use of acidic or abrasive detergents. Clean the outer surfaces and...

User instructions 30 CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT • It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter C and, if necessary, to clean it. To remove the filter, grip the tabs, turn them anticlockwise and lift upwards; • push the centre filter D from the underside to remove it from the micro-filter:...

User instructions 31 BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE: • Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes. • Plug the power cord back into the socket. • Reconnect the water ...

User instructions 32 If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check that: • there is rinse aid inside the special container; • the rinse aid dispenser setting is correct; • the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its effectiveness (for example, through incorrect storage, with the box...

User instructions 34 FAULT DESCRIPTION E7 Turbine flow-regulator malfunction The appliance is not able to "measure" the amount of water loaded accurately. Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and start the washing cycle. If the ...

User instructions 35 TECHNICAL DATA Width 597 ÷ 599 mm Depth measured flush with the outer edge of the control panel Free standing: 600 mm Semi-integrated: 570 mm Height (depending on models) Free standing: from 850 mm to 870 mm from 890 mm to 910 mm Semi-integrated: from 820 mm to 870 mm from 860 m...