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• The arrangement of the items in the
baskets is correct.
• The programme is suitable to the type
of load and the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is
used.
10.5 Loading the baskets
• Always use the whole space of the
baskets.
• Use the appliance to wash
dishwasher-safe items only.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
made of wood, horn, aluminium,
pewter and copper as they could
crack, warp, get discoloured or pitted.
• Do not wash in the appliance items
that can absorb water (sponges,
household cloths).
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and
pans) with the opening facing
downwards.
• Make sure that glass items do not
touch each other.
11. CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Before any maintenance
other than running the
programme Machine Care,
deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug
from the main socket.
Dirty filters and clogged
spray arms negatively affect
the washing results. Check
these elements regularly
and, if necessary, clean
them.
11.1 Machine Care
Machine Care is a programme designed
to clean the appliance interior with
optimal results. It removes limescale and
grease buildup.
When the appliance senses the need for
cleaning, the indicator
Machine Care programme to clean the
appliance interior.
• Put light items in the upper basket.
• Put cutlery and small items in the
• Move the upper basket upwards to
• Make sure that the spray arms can
10.6 Unloading the baskets
1. Let the tableware cool down before
2. First remove items from the lower
How to start the Machine Care
programme
1. Use a descaler or a cleaning product
2. Press and hold simultaneously
The indicators
display shows the programme duration.
3. Close the appliance door to start the
When the programme is complete, the
indicator
11.2 Internal cleaning
is on. Start the
• Clean the appliance interior with a soft
Make sure that the items do not move
freely.
cutlery drawer.
accommodate large items in the lower
basket.
move freely before you start a
programme.
you remove it from the appliance. Hot
items can be easily damaged.
basket, then from the upper basket.
After the programme is
completed, water can still
remain on the inside
surfaces of the appliance.
Before starting the Machine
Care programme, clean the
filters and spray arms.
designed specifically for
dishwashers. Follow the instructions
on the packaging. Do not put dishes
in the baskets.
and
for about 3 seconds.
and
programme.
is off.
damp cloth.
flash. The