User manual ASKO T712

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] Press the Program button until the display shows 1 with a key symbol alongside it. To deactivate the button lock, simultaneously press the Temperature and Dry buttons. You can then select the program and options and press Start to start the unit. When the display shows 0 and key symbol goes out, the button lock has been deactivated. INTERRUPTING A PROGRAM TO ADD AN ITEM If you want to interrupt a program to add an item, open the door slightly until the spray arms stop turning. You can then open the door fully and place the item into the dishwasher. The water is hot and you could get scalded. 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 Type of Fault and Recommended Action Too much water has entered the dishwasher. If this happens, turn the water off at the main supply and call for service. If there is water in the base pan due to an overfill or small leak, the water must be removed before the dishwasher will start. When an overfill is detected, the display window will show a fault message. (See "Fault Codes" on page 8. ) ENERGY SAVING TIPS If you plan to wash the dishes right away, there's no need to pre-rinse. Use the Pots and Pans and Heavy wash programs only for heavily soiled dishes. Don't use the high temperature for lightly soiled dishes. Select the upper or lower basket option when only one basket is loaded. (You can speed up the drying process by opening the door slightly to release the moist air. ) Page 10 SOLUTIONS TO COMMON DISHWASHING PROBLEMS As with any new appliance, it sometimes takes using it a few times to learn to operate it properly. If you are having minor performance problems with your dishwasher, read this section before calling for service. NOTE: ASKO has no control over what is put in our appliances once installed in a customer's home. You are solely responsible for what you wash in your ASKO dishwasher. Poor washing performance The dishes may not be loaded properly. Make sure that soiled surfaces are facing downward or toward the center of the dishwasher. [. . . ] 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. If the item is labeled "Dishwasher Safe. " Do no use heated dry. [. . . ]