User manual MIELE G 681 DISHWASHER OPERATING MANUAL

[. . . ] Operating instructions for G 681 / G 881 dishwasher To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the Operating Instructions before installing or using the machine. ö] M. -Nr. 60 3 Guide to the appliance Guide to the appliance View of the dishwasher 1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 2 Cutlery tray (select models) 3 Upper basket 4 Water feed for middle spray arm 5 Middle spray arm 6 Water hardness selector 7 Lower spray arm 8 Four height adjustable feet 9 Filter combination 10 Salt reservoir 11 Dual compartment detergent dispenser 12 Rinse aid reservoir (with dosage selector) 13 Data plate 4 Guide to the appliance Control panel (facia) 14 "On/Off" button 15 Time display 16 Program sequence display 17 Check/Refill indicators 18 Program selector with light ring 19 "Delay Start" buttons 20 "Top Solo" button 21 "Start" button 22 Child safety lock 23 Door release 24 Vent for drying fan 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Please follow all basic safety precautions when operating this dishwasher. This appliance conforms with all uniform safety codes and regulations. To avoid injury and machine damage, read the operating instructions carefully. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage or injury caused by improper use or for uses other than those for which the appliance is intended. Repairs should only be performed by a qualified and competent person. [. . . ] The horizontal marks in Compartment II indicate levels of approximately 3/4, 1, and 1 1/4 ounces (20, 25 and 30 ml) respectively. ^ Press the latch on the detergent dispenser. The cover will spring open. ^ Fill the dispenser with 1 ½ tablespoons of powder detergent, or place a detergent tablet into compartment II. 30 Operating the dishwasher Choosing a program Program selection Choose a wash program depending on the type of dishes and the degree of soiling. In most cases the "Light Wash", "Normal" or "Sani Wash" program will give excellent results. Available programs and their applications are listed in the Program Chart. The "Top Solo" feature can be used with each of these programs. For further information on "Top Solo", see "Additional features". "Energy Saver" Program Approximately 0. 20 kWh of electricity is used during this cycle. The dishwasher must be connected to hot water of at least 45 °C/115 °F for this program to clean well. The drying result may not match that of a program with a full drying cycle. The higher the temperature of the incoming water, the better the washing and drying results will be. ^ Opening the door of the dishwasher 2-3 inches (5-6 mm) at the end of the program will speed drying. 31 Operating the dishwasher Turning on the dishwasher ^ Make sure spray arms are not blocked. The light ring around the program selector (18) and the decimal point in the time display (15) will light. Note: "Delay Start" or "Top Solo" must be selected before the program is started (see "Additional features"). The "Start" indicator light (21) goes out and the "Rinse" indicator (16) lights. reactivating the water softener) may be omitted. Starting a program ^ When selecting a program, refer to the program chart in the operating instructions. ^ Turn the program selector (18) clockwise or counter clockwise to the desired program. The running time of the program selected shows in the time display (15) in hours and minutes. The "Time Left" indicator next to the time display (15) and the "Start" indicator (21) light. 32 Operating the dishwasher Program sequence indicator lights (16) The "Rinse" indicator light comes on in the Rinse & Hold, Main wash, Interim rinse and Final rinse stages of a program. The "Drying" indicator lights during the drying stage of the program. Each time a program is run the electronic unit takes into account the new conditions and calculates the program time required. This new figure is then displayed. Light ring (18) The light ring illuminates when the dishwasher is turned on and goes out at the end of a program. It will come on again if the program selector is turned to "Stop" or the door is opened and then closed. If the "Delay Start" feature is activated the light ring will go out 10 minutes after you have set the delayed start time. It will come on again for 10 minutes if a button on the control panel is pressed or if the program selector is moved during this delay period. Time display (15) The running time of the program selected appears in the time display (15) in hours and minutes before a program is started. [. . . ] ^ Tilt the locking clamp to the side. 53 Solving problems ^ Pull out the non-return valve. ^ Rinse the non-return valve under running water. The drain pump is situated under the non-return valve (see arrow). ^ Before returning the non-return valve, check to make sure that the drain pump is not obstructed. Spin the propeller several times in both directions; it should turn smoothly. [. . . ]