OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Dishwasher DBI663 S
Contents Display panel Important safety instructions Before washing for the first time Loading the dishwasher Using the dishwasher Settings Care and maintenance instructions 2 3 4 5 8 12 14 Troubleshooting Technical information Installation instructions Service Notes Quick start guide 16 19 20 24 26 28 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come.
Important safety instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING! • Should a child swallow dishwasher detergent or rinse aid, give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately: Call the National Capital Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222. When using your dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Always close the door and start the dishwasher as soon as you put in the detergent.
Before washing for the first time 1. Checking water hardness 2. Basic settings Contact the local water utility to check the water hardness in your area. This is important to determine how much detergent and rinse aid to use. To switch on the dishwasher, press and hold the main power switch until the display lights up. In general, more rinse aid and detergent are needed for hard water. "Welcome to your new ASKO. This is a first time set up." is shown on the display.
Loading the dishwasher 3. Top up with rinse aid Energy-efficient dishwashing Use rinse aid to improve wash and dry times. Also use rinse aid to achieve clear and spotless results. Run programs only with a full load Wait until the dishwasher is fully loaded before running a program, this way you save energy. Use the Rinse and hold program to rinse the dishes if there are any unpleasant odors while you wait for the dishwasher to become fully loaded.
Fragile dishes The baskets Some cookware is not dishwasher safe. This can be for several reasons. Some materials cannot withstand high temperatures, others can be damaged by dishwasher detergent. The dishwasher includes a top cutlery tray, an upper basket, and a lower basket with a cutlery basket. Use caution with, for example, handmade items, fragile decoration, crystal/glassware, silver, copper, tin, aluminum, wood, and plastic. Look for the "Dishwasher safe" marking.
Fold-down section for small items The cutlery basket has a fold-down section in the middle for small items, or small shafts, such as electric whisk attachments. Lower basket Place plates, side plates, serving dishes, pots, and cutlery (in the cutlery basket) in the lower basket. Place pots and pans in the rear right of the lower basket to best utilize dishwashing performance from the rear spray nozzle (WideSpray™), which is intended for these types of dishes. Accessory Buy an extra cutlery basket.
Using the dishwasher Typical load Add detergent Recommended for daily, regular, or typical use. Press to open Upper basket 1 Prewash detergent compartment 2 Main wash detergent compartment Detergent is added according to water hardness. Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging. Too much detergent can result in less effective dishwashing and also entails greater environmental impact. Lower basket The detergent compartment must be dry when adding detergent.
Press and hold the main power switch until the display lights up. Starting the dishwasher START Eco STOP 2:00 Speed mode Select the program Select a program mode The main power switch Press and hold the main power switch until the display turns on. Also check that the water supply valve is on. Select a program Select any options been used without dried leftovers can also be washed using this program.
Delayed Start When you select Delayed Start, the dishwasher will start 1-24 hours after you have pressed the button Start/Stop and closed the door. 1 Press the button once to activate Delayed Start. Press the button several times – or hold it in – to set the desired number of hours. • Top up with rinse aid or increase the rinse aid dosage level. • Activate the Extra Dry option. • Activate the High temperature setting. See the chapter Settings. 2 Press Start/Stop and close the door.
25 25 25 25 Normal wash 4) ECO wash Sanitation wash Time program 2 2 60 °C 140 °F 60 °C 140 °F 60 °C 140 °F 60 °C 140 °F 50 °C 120 °F 2:20 2:20 1:50 1:30 1.0 1.0 0.8 1.4 1.1 1:50 1:50 1:20 1:00 2:25 0:07 0.6 0.6 0.5 0.9 0.6 0.01 0.4-1.2 0.6 3.2 3.2 2.4 2.6 3.2 0.8 2.9- 5.0 4.0 3.7 3.2 The energy label performance figures are based on this program.
Settings Open the dishwasher's Settings menu To open the dishwasher's Settings menu, press the Navigation button with the mode selector . or until Settings menu is shown on the display and confirm your selection To exit the dishwasher's Settings menu, select Exit and confirm your selection with the mode selector . Navigation buttons for choosing setting Mode selector to confirm current setting START 1� Language Settings English STOP Current setting Settings Options 1.
Settings Options 8. On/Off Super rinse Super rinse adds two extra rinses. Activated in the following programs: Normal wash ECO wash Sanitation wash Plastic wash Lower half Upper half 9. High temperature On/Off Activate the setting High temperature to improve the dishwashing results. Energy consumption is slightly increased.
Care and maintenance instructions Coarse filter The coarse filter traps larger food particles, which cannot get past the drain pump. Empty the coarse filter as necessary. Top spray arm • Remove the upper basket then release the top spray arm. See section Upper spray arm. • Remove the top cutlery tray. Push the top spray arm up and turn the spray arm bearings counterclockwise to remove the spray arm. Upper spray arm • The upper basket must be removed before the upper spray arm can be released.
4 In order to inspect the drain pump, remove the colored stop on the right in the bottom drain. 5 Turn the pump wheel located behind the drain pump stop by hand. Carefully remove any items. 6 Replace the drain pump stop along with the fine and coarse filters. 7 Plug the machine in again. If the dishwasher still does not start and a whirring sound is heard, the overflow protection has been triggered. Drain pump stop • Shut off the water. • Unplug the unit from the power outlet.
Troubleshooting Type of fault on the display Action F10 Overfilling water 1 Clear the drain pump. See the section Care and maintenance instructions. If the problem persists, call the Customer Care Center. F11 Water outlet fault See “Water remains in the dishwasher above the filters” in the table “Problem” below. If the problem persists, call the Customer Care Center. F12 Water inlet fault Check that the water supply valve is on. If the problem persists, call the Customer Care Center.
Problem Possible causes Action The dishes are not clean. The spray arms do not rotate. Check that the dishes are not blocking the spray arms. Spray arm holes or bearings blocked. Clean the spray arms. See the chapter Care and maintenance instructions. Unsuitable dishwashing program. Choose a longer program. Incorrect detergent dosage. Dose according to water hardness. Far too much or far too little detergent can result in poor dishwashing results. Detergent is too old.
Problem Possible causes Water remains in the dishwasher above the filters. The filters are blocked. Bad odor in dishwasher. Action Clean the coarse and fine filters. The filters are not fitted correctly. Check that the filter handle is locked in the stop position. The handle should point straight out from the dishwasher. Debris in the drain pump. Clean the drain pump. See the chapter Care and maintenance instructions. Kink in drain hose. Check that the hose is free from kinks and sharp bends.
Technical information Technical data Height: 32 3/4 - 34 7/8" Width: 24" Depth: 22" Weight: 100 lb (45 kg) 1) Water pressure: 4.2–140 psi Electrical connection: See serial number plate Rated power: 1) See serial number plate Weight can vary due to different specifications.
Installation instructions [''] 47 1/8 24** 5 1/8 - 7 3/8 28 32 3/4* - 34 7/8 28 1/8 22 2 4 1/4 *Remove lock nuts for an installed height of 32 3/4''. **If European widths of 23 5/8'' (600 mm) is required, remove the trim kit. Nominal dimensions. Actual measurements may vary. Important safety instructions Transport protection for the door • Connections to electricity, water, and drainage must be performed by a qualified professional.
Placing the dishwasher Fit the protective film The dishwasher is intended to be built in under a countertop. The built-in measurements are shown in the illustration. Make sure that the cord and hose hole's edges are even and will not damage the drain and inlet hoses or the power cord. Fit the protective film (packed in the document bag) to the underside of the countertop. The protective film is to protect the countertop from moisture.
Adjust the height and slide the dishwasher into place Drain connection 1 Start by measuring the height from the floor to the bottom edge of the countertop. 2 Measure the height from the floor to the top edge of the dishwasher. 3 Lean the dishwasher forward a little and roughly adjust the rear foot by turning the adjustment screw at the front clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower the dishwasher (see illustration below). Use a flat head screwdriver or a socket screwdriver.
Connection to cold water supply Connect the dishwasher to the cold water supply if the building is heated using oil, electricity, or gas. Screwing the dishwasher into place (Applicable only to built-in dishwashers.) Connection to hot water supply Connect the dishwasher to the hot water supply (max. 160 °F (70 °C)) if the building is heated using an energy-efficient means such as district heating, solar power, or geothermal power.
Service Dishwasher toe kick The dishwasher is supplied with a toe kick. Fit the sound insulation (only certain models) Limited Warranty – Residential Appliances ASKO Distribution North America, LLC.
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Quick start guide Load the baskets (See page 5.) 1. Do not rinse dishes under running water before loading them in the dishwasher. Simply scrape off large food particles before loading the dishwasher. Check that the spray arms can rotate freely 2. Check also that the water supply valve is on. 3. The detergent compartment has a small compartment for prewash and a large compartment for the main wash. (See page 8.) Don't forget! Empty the coarse filter and clean the fine filter when necessary.
