Instruction manual Dishwasher BFSNB12B/W
You’ll soon be enjoying your new Dishwasher. It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t worry, there’s nothing too technical coming up. Just simple, step-by-step guidance to get you up and running quickly. Sound good? Then let’s get started. Help and Guidance We’re here to help you get the most from your Dishwasher. Should you require any guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at: www.argos-support.co.
Contents 1 Safety information 2 3 4 6 6 Getting to know your Dishwasher Product support Troubleshooting 32 Help and assistance 34 Declaration of conformance to product standards 35 Ready? Let’s begin 10 Disposal 35 Accessories 13 Guarantee 36 Installing your Dishwasher Installation requirements 16 Connections (electrical, water) 17 Functions Functions 5 7 Safety information 20 Using your Dishwasher First use of Dishwasher 24 Standard and advanced functions/use 25 Care and
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Safety information 1
Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating your Dishwasher. Installation Warnings Before use • Carefully read all instructions before using your appliance and keep this manual for future reference. • Check the machine and its packaging for any damage. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, their service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Safety information Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating your Dishwasher During Use This machine is for domestic use only, do not use it for other purposes. Commercial use will void the guarantee. • Do not stand, sit or place loads on the open door of the dishwasher. • Only use detergents and rinse aids produced specifically for dishwashers. Our company is not responsible for any damage that may occur due to misuse. • Do not drink water from the machine.
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Getting to know your Dishwasher 2
Getting to know your Dishwasher You’ll be up and running in no time Ready? Let’s begin... Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will help you get the best from your Dishwasher and ensure safe and correct installation and operation. If you require any further assistance, our technical experts are happy to help. For full details, refer to the product support section at the end of these instructions.
Getting to know your Dishwasher You’ll be up and running in no time 13 1. Worktop 7. Rating plate 2. Upper basket with racks 8. Control Panel 9. 3. Upper spray arm Detergent and rinse-aid dispenser 4. Lower basket 10. Cutlery basket 5. Lower spray arm 11. Salt dispenser 6. Filters 12. Upper basket track latch 13. Mini Active Drying Unit This system provides better drying performance for your dishes.
Getting to know your Dishwasher You’ll be up and running in no time Model Capacity Power Energy Class Drying Class BFSNB12W 12 pcs 1900W A++ A BFSNB12B 12 pcs 1900W A++ A Accessories This machine includes the below accessories, please install these parts before operating.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions, or online at If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on .
Installing your 3
Installing your Dishwasher Bringing it all together Positioning your Dishwasher Water Inlet Hose When positioning the machine, place it in an area where dishes can be easily loaded and unloaded. Do not put the machine in an area where the ambient temperature falls below 0°C.. Read all warnings located on the packaging before removing the packaging and positioning the machine. Place the machine close to a water tap and drain.
Installing your Dishwasher Bringing it all together Drain Hose Connection Connect water drain hose directly to water drain hole or to the sink outlet spigot. This connection should be minimum 50cm and maximum 110cm from floor plane. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: IMPORTANT: Items will not wash properly if a drain hose longer than 4m is used. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
Installing your Dishwasher Bringing it all together CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: CAUTION This page is left intentionally blank RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
Functions 4
Functions Simple everyday use Programme Table Programme Detergent A: 5cm³ B1: 15cm³ Duration (min) Description B2: 25cm³ B2 30 Eco (Reference) A+B2 165 Standard programme for normally soiled, daily-used dishes. Super 50’ A+B2 50 For normally soiled, daily-used dishes with a faster programme. Intensive A+B2 117 Quick 30’ For lightly soiled dishes and a quick wash. For heavily soiled dishes.
Functions Simple everyday use Operating the Machine Changing a programme If you have used any extra function in the washing program that you last used, that function will be active in the next washing program. If you want to cancel that function for the newly selected program, press and hold the button of the relevant function since the corresponding lights go off, or press the On/Off button (4) to switch off the machine.
Functions Simple everyday use Cancelling a programme If you would like to cancel a program while washing is continuing. Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 3 seconds. End light will flash during the cancelling process. The machine will drain the water inside for about 30 seconds. After the End light has become on, press the On/Off button to switch off the machine. Unplug the appliance. Turn off the water tap. NOTE: Do not open the door until the program finishes.
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Using your 5
Using your Dishwasher Getting the most from your appliance Before using your appliance Preparing your Dishwasher for first use Test Strip Run water Keep the through tap strip in water(1sec) (1min.) Wai (1min.) t Shake the strip. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Check whether the electricity and supply water specifications match the values indicated in the installation instructions for the machine. Remove all packaging materials inside the machine. Set the water softener level. Fill the rinse aid compartment.
Using your Dishwasher Getting the most from your appliance Before using the appliance Detergent usage Only use detergents specifically designed for domestic dishwashers. Add the recommended amount of detergent for the selected programme to ensure the best performance. Keep your detergents in cool, dry places out of reach of children. See the detergent manufacturer's instructions for a further information.
Using your Dishwasher Getting the most from your appliance Loading your Dishwasher Alternative basket loads For best results, follow these loading guidelines. Lower basket We recommend that you place large items (pots, pans, lids, plates and bowls) which are heavily soiled in the lower basket. The upper basket is designed for delicate and lighter dishware such as glasses, coffee and tea cups and saucers. Position the dishes so that they will not get moved by the spray of water.
Using your Dishwasher Getting the most from your appliance Unsuitable items for dishwashing Cigarette ashes, candle leftovers, polish, paint, chemical substances, iron-alloy materials. Forks, spoons and knives with wooden, bone, ivory or nacrecoated handles, glued items, items soiled with abrasive, acidic or base chemicals. Temperature-sensitive plastics, copper or tincoated containers. Aluminum and silver objects.
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Care and maintenance 6
Care and maintenance Looking after your appliance Cleaning Cleaning your Dishwasher is important to maintain the machine’s service life. Oil and limescale may build up in your Dishwasher over time. If this occurs: • Fill the detergent compartment but do not load any dishes. Select a programme which runs at high temperature and run the Dishwasher empty. If this does not clean your Dishwasher sufficiently, use a cleaning agent designed for use with dishwashers.
Care and maintenance Looking after your appliance Technical specifications Supplier's trade mark BUSH Supplier's model BFSNB12B/W Capacity of dishwasher 12 The energy efficiency class A++ Annual energy consumption in kWh per year (AEc) ( 280 Cycle )* 258 Energy consumption (Et) (kWh per cycle) 0,90 Off-mode power consumption (W) (Po) 0,50 1,00 Left-on mode power consumption (W) (Pı) Annual water consumption in litres per year (AWc) ( 280 Cycle )** 3360 Drying efficiency class*** A Standar
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Product support 7
Product support Help is always at hand Troubleshooting FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE Your Dishwasher is not plugged in. Your Dishwasher is not switched on. Fuse blown. The programme does not start. Water inlet tap is closed. Your Dishwasher door is open. Plug your Dishwasher in. Switch your Dishwasher on by pressing the On/Off button. Check your indoor fuses. Turn on the water inlet tap. Close the Dishwasher door. Water inlet hose and machine filters are clogged.
Care and maintenance Looking after your appliance FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE Not enough detergent used. Whitish stains remains on dishes. Rinse aid dosage and/or water softener setting set too low. High water hardness level. Salt compartment cap not closed properly. Drying option is not selected. TROUBLESHOOTING Use the correct amount of detergent, as instructed in the programme table. Increase rinse aid and/or water softener level. Increase water softerner level and add salt.
Product support Help is always at hand AUTOMATIC FAULT WARNINGS AND WHAT TO DO TROUBLE CODE POSSIBLE FAULT WHAT TO DO Make sure the water inlet tap is open and water is flowing F5 Insufficient water Separate the inlet hose from the tap and clean the filter of the hose. Contact for service if the error continues. F3 Continuous water input Close the tap and contact for service. Water discharge hose and filters may be clogged. F2 Inability to discharge water Cancel the program.
Product support Help is always at hand Help and assistance If you require any technical guidance or find that your Dishwasher is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 257 7271*. To help give us give you a fast and efficient service please have the following information ready: Model Ref.
Declaration of conformance to product standards We declare that our products meet the applicable European Directives, Decisions and Regulations and the requirements listed in the standards referenced. Packaging and the Environment Packaging materials protect your machine from damage that may occur during transportation. The packaging materials are environmentally friendly as they are recyclable. The use of recycled material reduces raw material consumption and therefore decreases waste production.
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