If using detergent in tablets proceed as follows: 1. For all programmes; place 1 tablet inside the detergent dispenser. 2. Always close the lid. 3. For all programmes with prewash; place a portion of a further tablet on the lid of the detergent dispenser. At the end of any washing programme the lid is always open, ready for the next wash. Since not all detergents are the same, you should also consult the instructions on the packet. Remember that insufficient quantities of detergent will produce poor washing results whereas an excessive amount of detergent does not improve washing results and is also wasteful. Using no more than correct amount of detergent also contributes to reducing pollution. BIO programmes and compact powders On the basis of their chemical composition, dishwasher detergents can be classified into two groups: -conventional, alkaline detergents with caustic components: -low-alkaline compact powders with natural enzymes. The enzymes in low-alkaline compact powders have a dirt-dissolving effect and are also biodegradable. These enzymes deploy their full dirt-dissolving power within a temperature range of 40-50°C. In BIO washing programmes, the temperature range and duration of the heating phases are precisely matched to the dirt-dissolving properties of the enzymes. In combination with low-alkaline compact powders, BIO washing programmes, at a temperature as low as 50°C, therefore achieve the same cleaning results that would otherwise be achievable only with 65°C programmes. The lack of any caustic components in low-alkaline compact powders and the lower cleaning temperature of BIO washing programmes not only relieve the environment, but also care for your crockery. Washing programmes Programmes Type of soil Type of load Required pushbuttons Intensive 70°C Heavy soil. Crockery, cutlery, pots and pans On Off Normal 65°C Normal soil. Crockery and cutlery On Off Normal BIO 50°C Normal soil with little residual. Crockery and cutlery On Off Economy BIO 50°C Normal soil. Crockery and cutlery On Off BIO * Quick 50°C Light soil. Crockery and party crockery On Off Rinse and Hold Partial load to be completed later in the day. This programme does not require detergent. On Off * This is a quick wash programme a full load of lightly soiled dishes, glasses and crockery (except pots) so that you may re-use them promptly. Due to the shortness of this programme, no drying phase is provided. Cycle description Approximate values ** Programme duration in minutes Energy consumption in kWh Water consumption in litres Hot prewash Main wash up to 70°C 2 cold rinses 1 hot rinse Turbo drying 105 . 115 1,4 18 Warm prewash Main wash up to 65°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse Turbo drying 90 . 100 1,2 15 Cold prewash Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse Turbo drying 90 . 100 1,1 15 Cold prewash Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse Turbo drying 135 . 145 0,8 13 Main wash up to 50°C 1 cold rinse 1 hot rinse 35 . 45 0,7 11 1 cold rinse (to avoid food scraps from sticking to the dishes). 10 0,1 8 ** The times and consumption values are intended as a guide, and depend on the pressure and temperature of the water and also by the variations of the power supply. Operating instructions 1. Check the filters Ensure they are clean and properly positioned (see "Maintenance and cleaning"). 2. Press the On/Off pushbutton The On/Off indicator light will illuminate and in three horizontal lines (- - - ) will appear in the display. 3. Check that there is rinse aid and salt The corresponding indicator lights will illuminate if refilling is necessary. 4. Load the dishes Remove any scraps of food. Pull the lower basket out and arrange the saucepans, plates and cutlery in it. Pull the upper basket out and arrange the plates, saucers, glasses and cups etc. in it. Slide the baskets back into the machine. 5. Ensure that the spray arms can rotate freely. 6. Add the detergent As all detergents are not the same, you should also consult the instructions on the packet. Close the detergent dispenser lid. 7. Open the water tap The setting of the programme may occur: With open door, in this case the selected programme and eventual options (small load and/or delay start) will start automatically 5 seconds after the closure of the door. With closed door, in this case the selected programme and eventual options (small load and/or delay start) will start automatically 5 seconds after the last pressure of a pushbutton. 8a. Set and start the programme without "delay start" . Select the wash programme by simply pressing one of the programme pushbuttons, the display will show the running time of the programme in minutes and the indicator lights of the phases corresponding to the programme will illuminate. . If necessary select the "small load" by pressing the corresponding pushbutton (in this case the running time of the programme will be adequated). With the selection of the programmes "Quick 50°C" and "Rinse and Hold" the small load option is not ...