Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ESI 68850 Electrolux
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user manual ESI 68850 dishwasher 117989 52/0en 17-02-2007 8:36 Pagina 1.
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welcome to the world of Electrolux electrolux 3 Y ou’ve chosen a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable.
Safety information 5 Product description 7 Control panel 8 First use 14 Daily use 19 W ashing programmes 31 Care and cleaning 33 Something not working 35 T echnical data 38 Hints for test institutes 4.
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.
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.
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 This dishwasher has an internal light that turns on and off when the opening and closing of the dishwasher ’ s door occurs.
8 electrolux control panel Control panel A sequence of displayed messages and audible signals will guide you in the setting of the appliance and the selection of a washing programme and available options.
control panel electrolux 9 ● press one of the up and down scrolling buttons to display the available menu. Menu programmes area Symbol and duration of the washing programme are displayed.
10 electrolux control panel Time area Allows to delay the start of the programme up to a time-limit of 19 hours. Press display scrolling button to select the area. Press one of the up and down scrolling buttons to modify the end of programme time: - In the upper part of the area the set delay start of the programme is highlighted.
control panel electrolux 11 ● Press OK to enter in submenu. ● Press one of the up and down scrolling buttons to display the list. ● Press again OK to select the submenu. For Programme guide and Option guide: ● Press one of the up and down scrolling buttons to look through the informations.
12 electrolux control panel Option menu Submenu Notes Settings Language ( * ) allows to select the language for the display of the messages Sound volume ( * ) 5 levels available: level 0 = volume deactivated.
control panel electrolux 13 ● Scroll the option menu until Settings appears. ● Press OK . ● Scroll the submenu until the desired option appears. For submenu indicated with ( * ): ● Press OK : the current setting flashes indicating that it can be modified.
14 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 in.
first use electrolux 15 * no salt is necessary W ater hardness Clarke °TH mmol/l manually electronically Adjusting the water hardness setting Use of salt 64 - 88 91 - 125 9.0 - 12.5 2 level 10 yes 53 - 63 76 - 90 7.6 - 8.9 2 level 9 yes 46 - 52 65 - 75 6.
16 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.
first use electrolux 17 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 .
18 electrolux first use 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).
daily use electrolux 19 ● 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.
20 electrolux daily use 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.
daily use electrolux 21 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 .
22 electrolux daily use 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 grids. If the size and dimensions of the cutlery do not allow the use of the grids, they can be easily hidden (fig.
daily use electrolux 23 The cutlery basket is in two parts which can be separated to give greater loading flexibility . T o separate the two parts, slide them horizontally in opposite directions and pull them apart (fig. 4). T o reassemble, reverse the procedure.
24 electrolux daily use The central rows of prongs can be easily lowered to improve loading flexibility . The upper basket The upper basket is designed for saucers, salad bowls, cups, glasses, pots and lids. Arrange items on and underneath the cup racks so that water can reach all surfaces.
daily use electrolux 25 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. T o move to the higher position proceed as follows: 1. Pull out the basket until it stops.
26 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.
daily use electrolux 27 3 in 1 function This appliance is equipped with the 3 in 1 function, that allows the use of the ‘3 in 1’ combi detergent tablets.
28 electrolux daily use Set and start a washing programme 1. Check that the baskets have been loaded correctly and that the spray arms are free to rotate 2. Check that the water tap is opened 3. Press the On/Off button; the light bar illuminates. 4. Close the dishwasher door .
daily use electrolux 29 Interrupt or cancel a washing programme in progress ONL Y if it’ s absolutely necessary . Attention! Hot steam may escape when the door is opened. Open the door carefully . Interrupt a washing programme in progress: ● Open the dishwasher door; the programme will stop.
30 electrolux daily use Unloading the dishwasher ● Hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. The dishes should therefore be allowed to cool down before removing from the appliance. ● 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.
washing programmes electrolux 31 W ashing programmes Programme 70° Intensive Heavy soil Crockery , cutlery , pots and pans Prewash Main wash up to 70°C 2 intermediate rinses Final rinse Drying Prewash (Extra rinse option not available) Any . Partial load (to be completed later in the day).
32 electrolux washing programmes W ashing programmes information (1) During the Automatic washing programme the amount of soil on the dishes is determined by how cloudy the water is.
care and cleaning electrolux 33 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 .
34 electrolux care and cleaning NEVER try to remove the spray arms. If residues of soil have clogged the holes in the spray arms, remove them with a cocktail stick. Prolonged periods of non- operation If you are not using the machine for any prolonged period of time you are advised to: 1.
something not working electrolux 35 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 .
36 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause and solution The programme does not start ● The dishwasher ’s door has not been properly closed. (Message CLOSE THE DOOR displayed) Close the door . ● The main plug is not plugged in.
something not working electrolux 37 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.
38 electrolux technical data T echnical data Dimensions Width 59.6 cm 81.8 - 87.8 cm 57.5 cm Height Depth W ater supply pressure Minimum 0.05 MPa 0.8 MPa Maximum Capacity 12 place settings Max.
technical data electrolux 39 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 e r consumption (in litres) * Automatic 1.
40 electrolux hints for test institutes 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).
installation electrolux 41 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.
42 electrolux installation 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.
installation electrolux 43 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.
44 electrolux installation 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.
environment concerns electrolux 45 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.
46 electrolux guarantee/customer service Guarantee/Customer Service Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux applian.
guarantee/customer service electrolux 47 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.
48 electrolux guarantee/customer service www.electrolux.com Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr . Pjeter Bogdani Nr . 7 Tirane Belgique/België/Belgien +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 Lembeek Danmark +45 70 1 1 74 00 Sjællandsgade 2, 7000 Fredericia Eesti +37 2 66 50 030 Mustamäe tee 24, 10621 T allinn France www .
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