Dishwasher Use and Care Manual PROFESSIONAL USA
To prevent accidents, which could cause serious injury or death, as well as machine damage read these instructions before installation and / or use. Contents 1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 2. INSTALLATION 3 3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER 4 4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER 5 4.1 UPPER RACK 4.2 LOWER RACK 4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE 6 7 10 5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER 11 6. OPERATING THE DISHWASHER 12 7. DETERGENT & RINSE AID DISPENSER 15 8.
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION Please read this user manual and particularly the safety instructions completely and carefully. They will save you time and effort and help to ensure optimum dishwasher performance. WARNING When using the dishwasher, follow basic precautions, including the following: Read all instructions before using the dishwasher! Save these operating instructions and pass them on to any future user.
• • • • • • • • • persons away from the dishwasher when the door is opened. Consult a doctor immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled. Do not drink water from the dishwasher! Harmful residues could be present. Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water heater system that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is explosive.
2. INSTALLATION WARNING Danger of suffocation! Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags, WARNING small pieces etc. are disposed of safely When installing the dishwasher, follow and kept out of the reach of children. basic precautions, including the • Remove the door to the washing following: compartment when removing an old • The dishwasher installation must be dishwasher from service or discarding it. performed in accordance with the Ensure that the appliance presents no installation manual.
3. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER DWxxxxx xxxxx 1. Upper rack 2. Upper spray arm 3. Cutlery basket 4. Detergent dispenser 5. Door 6. Control panel 7. Guiding track for the upper rack 8. Lower spray arm 9. Filters 10. Lower rack 11. Model and Serial Tag 12.
4. LOADING THE DISHWASHER CAUTION 1. Pull the handle to open the door. If the door is opened during operation, the dishwasher will stop running. Once the door is closed the program will continue. • Upper rack • • MODEL DEPENDING Top rack load pattern for 8 place settings Large knives and other utensils with sharp tips and edges must be placed horizontally into the upper rack due to risk of injury. Other smaller knives and sharp utensils should be placed with sharp side down in the cutlery basket.
4.1 UPPER RACK Load the upper rack with dessert plates, cups, glasses etc. 4.1.1 HEIGHT SETTING (MODEL DEPENDING) In certain models, the height setting of the upper rack may be changed using the wheels which are present at two height levels. 4.1.2 VARIABLE HEIGHT SETTING (MODEL DEPENDING) The upper rack is equipped with a lifting mechanism which enables you to change the height of the rack even if it is fully loaded, and without having to remove it from the dishwasher.
hold it on one side and carefully pull it upwards A. 2. To lift the opposite side of the rack, hold it and pull it upwards in the same manner. 4.1.4 ADJUSTABLE SHELVES (MODEL DEPENDING) LOWER UPPER RACK 1. To lower the upper rack, hold and press in the rack lever on one side and carefully lower the rack without releasing the lever B. 2. Repeat the procedure with the lever on the opposite side of the rack. Notice : Make sure that both levers catch in the same height position. 4.1.
4.2.3 CUTLERY BASKET (MODEL DEPENDING) 4.2.1 COLLAPSABLE LOWER BASKET WİRES (2 PİECES) (MODEL DEPENDING) The two piece foldable wires located at the lower basket of the machine are designed for an easier placement of large pieces such as pans, bowls, etc. (1, 2). You can create larger spaces by folding each wire individually or all of them at once. Lay the foldable wires down by pressing on the latch (A).
4.2.4 UPPER RACK CUP HOLDER (MODEL DEPENDING) You can use the upper rack cup holder for your small cups and similar small glasses. When you don’t use the upper rack cup holder you can remove it to create a bigger space. To attach the upper rack cup holder, place it in the way shown in (A). Press downwards to secure it into its seating.
4.3 PROPER AND IMPROPER LOADING OF DISHWARE Notice : • • 1: Salad Fork 2: Teaspoon 3: Dinner fork 4: Knife-solid handle 5: Serving spoon 6: Serving fork • • • Sliding Cutlery Basket load pattern for 8 place settings Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack. Place all containers such as cups, glasses and pots into the dishwasher with the opening facing downwards (so that no water can collect). The movement of the spray arms must not be hindered.
5. WHAT SHOULD NOT BE WASHED IN YOUR DISHWASHER • Disposable plastics and disposable aluminum cannot withstand high temperatures; do not wash them in the dishwasher. Notice : • Rust-sensitive steel parts like iron and cast iron that can rust and stain other utensils and damage the interior stainless steel liner of the dishwasher and void the warranty. Do not wash copper, brass, pewter, bronze or tin.
6. OPERATING THE DISHWASHER 1 On/Off button 2 Half Load indicator led 3 Salt level indicator led * 4 Start/Pause/Cancel indicator led 5 Start/Pause/Cancel button 6 Time Delay button 7 Time Delay indicator led 8 Rinse aid level indicator led 9 Remaining Time Indicator/Delay Time Indicator 10 Tablet Detergent indicator 11 Program Indicator 12 Half Load/Combi Tablet button 13 Program Selection buton (* Model depending) HOW TO USE YOUR DISHWASHER: 1.
HALF LOAD/TABLET DETERGENT BUTTON Half Load/Tablet Detergent Button allows you to turn on and off the Half Load and Tablet Detergent functions of your machine. WARNING HALF LOAD FUNCTION If you want to run your machine without loading it completely, place your dishes into the machine as you desire. Press On/ Off button to turn on your machine.
PROGRAM CHANGE To change the program selection while the dishwasher is running: 1. Open the door. 2. Press Start/Pause/Cancel and select a new program. 3. Press Start/Pause/Cancel again, to start. WARNING CHANGING WARNING SOUND VOLUME Press and hold Half Load / Tablet Detergent key for 5 seconds until S:03 appears on the display. Every time you press the Half Load / Tablet Detergent key, the warning sound level will change as - - Off, S:01 Low, S:02 Medium, and S:03 High.
7. DETERGENT & RINSE AID DISPENSER If you do not know the hardness of your water supply, use 15 ml / 3 tsp detergent. Increase the amount of detergent if you see white water marks especially on the surface of the glassware. Find out the hardness of your water supply by asking your local water department, water softener company, or county extension agent. 7.1 FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER WARNING • Always store your detergent in locations which are cool, dry and out of the reach of children.
• Deviations are possible depending on how dirty the dishes are and how hard the water is in your location. • If your dishes have been in the dishwasher for some time without being washed, also fill the smaller container 2. up to the top. Notice : • Only use rinse aids suited for use in dishwashers. Rinse aids allow washing water to rinse off more cleanly and prevent watermarks or streaks on the dishes.
8. SETTING THE WATER SOFTENER (MODEL DEPENDING) a b c 1 Min. d e f 1 Second 1 Minute Remove the test strip from the packet. Turn on the tap and let the water run for about a minute. Hold the test strip in the water for about a second. Remove the test strip from the water and shake it. Wait for 1 minute. The test strip shows you the hardness level. 1. Press the Program Selection button before you switch the appliance on and keep this button pressed down. 2.
9. FILLING THE DISHWASHER SALT DISPENSER (MODEL DEPENDING) CAUTION Never use culinary or table salt. These types of salt do not dissolve in water easily and will damage the function of the softening device. Notice : • Only use special dishwasher salt in your machine to soften the water. • Do not use coarse grained salt. Small grains or powdered salt is more easily soluble. • The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from the use of the wrong type of salt. 3.
10. CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING • Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. • Do not repair or replace any part of the dishwasher or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended by this manual. We recommend that the dishwasher only be repaired by an authorized service agent. CAUTION • To avoid the possibility of slipping, keep the floor around the dishwasher clean and dry.
10.2.2 CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS Notice : Dirt and/or calcium residue may block the nozzles on the spray arms. For this reason, regularly check the spray nozzles. 1. Lower spray arm 2. Upper spray arm 1. Remove the lower rack from the machine. 2. Turn the coarse filter counterclockwise to the left and pull it out in an upward direction A. 3. Pull out the main filter B. 4. Press on the two tabs of the coarse filter and remove the micro filter C. 5. Clean the filters thoroughly under running water.
11. TROUBLE SHOOTING What if the dishwasher will not run : • Is the machine plugged in? • Are all fuses operative? • Is the water supply fully turned on? • Is the dishwasher door closed securely? • Have you pressed the On/Off button? What if the dishwasher starts but fails to circulate water within 5 seconds : • Cancel the program by pressing the Start/Pause button for 5 seconds. See section 6. or Quick Reference Guide.
The dishes are not clean Possible causes • Improper loading. How to fix these problems • Load the dishwasher as suggested in this manual. • Wrong program selection. • Select a program that washes at a higher temperature or takes a longer amount of time. • Spray arms are not turning. • Check if the spray arms are blocked from moving freely. • Clogged filters. • Clean all filters as described in this manual. • Filters are not placed in their proper positions.
• Detergent is moist or clumping in box. • Bleaches in cleaners lose their efficiency when stored under unfavorable conditions. Store detergents in a dry location. Close the lid of the container securely. • Using cutlery with a low surface quality. • Cleaning of these items is made difficult by their poor surface structure. Cutlery or dishes of this type are not for dishwashers. Calcium streaks, misty appearance Possible causes • Insufficient rinse aid supply.
Milky appearance or rainbow on the glasses (glass corrosion) Possible causes • Excessive use of detergent when water hardness is low. How to fix these problems • Add a smaller amount of detergent. • Compare the water hardness level setting on the dishwasher against the stated values from the local water supplier. • When water hardness is low (below 7 American degree of hardness or 106 parts per million), do not use salt even if your dishwasher has a water softener.
Fading of glasses, china, porcelain pattern Possible causes • Fading of decoration on glasses and porcelain. How to fix these problems • Glasses, porcelain and cutlery of this type are not suited for the dishwasher. Detergent residue remains in the dispenser Possible causes • Moisture in the detergent dispenser. • How to fix these problems • Ensure that the detergent dispenser is dry before filling it.
Dishes break Possible causes • Improper loading. • Overloaded racks. How to fix these problems • Load the dishwasher as suggested in this manual. • Do not overload the dish rack. Dishes may hit against each other and break. Scratched dishes Possible causes • Dish items/parts made from aluminium. How to fix these problems • Dishes and cutlery of this type are not suited for the dishwasher. • The lid of the salt container is not closed securely. Salt loss.
Foam Possible causes • The dishes are prewashed by hand with a large amount of dish detergent. How to fix these problems • Dishes do not need to be pre-washed. Coarse dirt may be removed with a dishcloth, or you may hold the dishes under running water. • Rinse aid has accidentally leaked into the machine. • If rinse aid has been spilled during refilling, remove the aid using a paper cloth or sponge. • The cover of the rinse aid dispenser is not closed securely.
13. WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE SUMMIT DISHWASHERS Please Contact: Felix Storch Inc. Summit Appliance Division, 770 Garrison Ave. Bronx, NY. 10474. www.summitappliances.com TOLL FREE Number : 1.800.287.8799 LOCAL : 1.718.328.
DISTRIBUTOR CONTACT LIST FOR WARRANTY IN THE USA + CN Please Contact: Felix Storch Inc. Summit Appliance Division, 770 Garrison Ave. Bronx, NY. 10474. www.summitappliances.com TOLL FREE Number : 1.800.287.8799 LOCAL : 1.718.328.
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