User manual ASKO 1502

[. . . ] If it doesn't, consult the Installation Instructions or contact your installer. Call your local water company to learn the water hardness in your area. You'll need to know this to determine how much detergent and rinse aid to use. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This manual does not cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense and caution should always be used when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher. [. . . ] You can then open the door fully and place the item into the dishwasher. The water is hot and you could get scalded. START/STOP BUTTON Once you have selected the wash program and options, press this button to start the dishwasher. (Make sure the door is securely closed. ) CHANGING OR STOPPING A PROGRAM If you decide to change the program after you have started the machine, press the Start/Stop button for three seconds. You will have to select the program and options again when you are ready to restart the program. (Note: If the program has already gone through the wash cycle, you will have to add detergent. ) FAULT CODES In the event that the machine should fail during a program, the display window will show a fault code. The table below defines these codes and gives possible causes and solutions. If you have corrected the fault, turn the main power off then back on to remove the fault indication. If it still displays, try again to correct the problem or call a service technician. Display Overfilling Water Inlet Fault Inlet Valve Leakage Drainage Blocked Filter Type of Fault and Recommended Action Too much water has entered the dishwasher. See "Cleaning the Filters" on page 10. Page 8 SPECIAL SETTINGS MENU Model 1502 has several special settings available, as defined below. To access them, press the Menu button until "Special Settings" displays then press Set. Activating the Child-Safe Button This model can be programmed not to start unless the Start button is held down for three seconds. Press Menu until "Special Settings" displays then press Set. Never run the dishwasher without the filters in place. Fine filter This filter holds soil and food residue in the sump area and prevents it from being redeposited on the dishes during a cycle. Coarse filter Larger items, such as pieces of bone or glass, that could clog the drain are trapped in the coarse filter. To remove an item caught in this filter, gently squeeze the tabs on top of this filter and lift it out. CLEANING THE DOOR To clean the edge around the door, use only a soft warm, damp rag. To prevent penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner of any kind. Also, never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they will scratch the finish. Some papers towels can also scratch or leave marks on the surface. WARNING! Never use a spray cleaner of any kind on the door panel. And never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces because they will scratch the finish. Also, some paper towels can scratch or leave marks on the stainless steel surface. CLEANING THE DRAIN PUMP On occasion something may get through the filters and into the drain pump. The drain pumps on ASKO dishwashers are designed to automatically reverse if anything should get caught in the propellers, thus ejecting the item back into the sump area or down the drain. Should you need to remove an obstacle from the drain, first turn the power off then remove the filters (as explained on page 7). (You might want to remove any standing water first. ) You can then look into the sump area for the item causing the obstruction. You may need to use your finger to move the pump blade and loosen the object. [. . . ] Be sure to load crystal dishware so that it is secure and will not fall over or knock against other dishware while being washed. Sharp kitchen knives may become dull if washed in very hot water and allowed to contact other items during the wash. Never wash items such as electronic air cleaners, air filters of any kind, paint brushes, etc. If marked "Dishwasher Safe. " After washing, wipe the non-stick coating area with vegetable oil to maintain its non-stick quality. [. . . ]