User Manual Zanussi ZDLN1511 Integrated Dishwasher

• Owner's manual - (English)

Table of contents

• PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
• CONTROL PANEL
• PROGRAMMES
• SETTINGS
• BEFORE FIRST USE
• DAILY USE
• HINTS AND TIPS
• CARE AND CLEANING
• TROUBLESHOOTING

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

CONTROL PANEL

INDICATORS

PROGRAMMES

The order of the programmes in the table may not reflect their sequence on the control panel.

1) This is the longest programme offering the most efficient use of energy and water consumption for crockery and cutlery with normal soil. This is the standard programme for test institutes. This programme is used to assess compliance with the Ecodesign Comission Regulation (EU) 2019/2022.

2) This is a programme for rinsing off food remains from the dishes. It prevents odours forming in the appliance. Do not use detergent with this programme.

CONSUMPTION VALUES

1) The pressure and the temperature of the water, the variations of the mains supply, the options and the quantity of dishes can change the values.

2) In accordance with the 1016/2010 regulation

3) In accordance with the 2019/2022 regulation

Information for test institutes

To receive the necessary information for conducting performance tests (e.g. according to EN60436), send an email to: [email protected] In your request please include the product number code (PNC) found on the rating plate.

For any other questions regarding your dishwasher please refer to the service book provided with your appliance.

SETTINGS

PROGRAMME SELECTION MODE AND USER MODE

When the appliance is in programme selection mode it is possible to set a programme and to enter user mode.

Settings available in the user mode:

• The level of water softener according to the water hardness.
• Activation or deactivation of the rinse aid empty notification.
• Activation or deactivation of the acoustic signal for the end of a programme.
• Activation or deactivation of the AirDry.

As the appliance stores the saved settings, there is no need to configure it before every cycle.

How to set the programme selection mode

The appliance is in programme selection mode when the programme indicator flashes.

After activation, the appliance is in programme selection mode by default. If not, set the programme selection mode the following way:

Press and hold the programme button until the appliance is in programme selection mode.

How to enter user mode

Make sure the appliance is in programme selection mode.

To enter the user mode, press and hold the programme button until the indicator flashes and the indicators are on

THE WATER SOFTENER

The water softener removes minerals from the water supply, which would have a negative effect on the washing results and on the appliance.

The higher the content of these minerals, the harder your water is. Water hardness is measured in equivalent scales.

The water softener should be adjusted according to the hardness of the water in your area. Your local water authority can advise you on the hardness of the water in your area. It is important to set the righ evel of the water softener to assure good washing results.

Regardless of the type of detergent used, set the proper water hardness level to keep the salt refill indicator active.

• Multi-tabs containing salt are not effective enough to soften hard water.

Regeneration process

For the correct water softener operation, the resin of the softener device needs to be regenerated regularly. This process is automatic and is the part of the normal dishwasher operation.

When the prescribed quantity of water (see values in the table) has been used since the previous regeneration process, a new regeneration process will be initiated between the final rinse and the programme end.

In case of the high water softener setting, it may occur also in the middle of the programme, before the rinse (twice during a programme). Regeneration initiation has no impact on the cycle duration, unless it occurs in the middle of a programme or at the end of a programme with a short drying phase. In that cases, the regeneration prolongs the total duration of a programme by additional 5 minutes. Subsequently, the rinsing of the water softener that lasts 5 minutes may begin in the same cycle or at the beginning of the next programme. This activity increases the total water consumption of a programme by additional 4 litres and the total energy consumption of a programme by additional 2 Wh. The rinsing of the softener ends with a complete drain.

Each performed softener rinse (possible more than one in the same cycle) may prolong the programme duration by another 5 minutes when it occurs at any point at the beginning or in the middle of a programme.

• All the consumption values mentioned in this section are determined in accordance with the currently applicable standard in laboratory conditions with water hardness 2.5mmol/L according to the 2019/2022 regulation (water softener: level 3).

The pressure and the temperature of water as well as the variations of the mains supply can change the values.

How to set the water softener level

Make sure the appliance is in user mode.

1. Wait until the indicator starts to flash, the indicator continues to flash and the remaining indicators are off.The intermittent flashing of the indicator shows the current setting: e.g. 5 flashes + pause + 5 flashes = level 5.
2. Press the programme button repeatedly to change the setting. Each pressing of the programme button increases the level number.After reaching the level 10, the count starts again from the level 1.
3. Press the on/off button to confirm the setting.

THE RINSE AID EMPTY NOTIFICATION

The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes without streaks and stains. It is automatically released during the hot rinse phase.

When the rinse aid chamber is empty, the rinse aid indicator is turned on notifying to refill rinse aid. If the drying results are satisfactory while using multitablets only, it is possible to deactivate the notification for refilling rinse aid. However, for best drying performance, always use rinse aid.

If standard detergent or multi-tablets without rinse aid are used, activate the notification to keep the rinse aid refill indicator active.

How to deactivate the rinse aid empty notification

Make sure the appliance is in user mode.

1. Press the programme button immediately. The indicator starts to flash.

2. Wait until the indicator continues to flash and the remaining programme indicators are off.

The indicator shows the current setting:

• is on = Rinse aid empty notification is on.
• is off = Rinse aid empty notification is off.

3. Press the programme button to change the setting.

4. Press the on/off button to confirm the setting.

ACOUSTIC SIGNALS

Acoustic signals sound when a malfunction of the appliance occurs. It is not possible to deactivate these acoustic signals. There is also an acoustic signal that sounds when the programme is completed. By default this acoustic signal is deactivated but it is possible to activate it.

How to activate the acoustic signal for the end of the programme

Make sure the appliance is in user mode.

1. Press the programme button twice. The indicator starts to flash.

2. Wait until the indicator continues to flash and the remaining programme indicators are off.

The indicator shows the current setting:

• is off = The acoustic signal is off.
• is on = The acoustic signal is on.

3. Press the programme button to change the setting.

4. Press the on/off button to confirm the setting. AIRDRY AirDry improves the drying results with less energy consumption.

AIRDRY

AirDry improves the drying results with less energy consumption.

How to deactivate the AirDry

Make sure the appliance is in user mode.

1. Press the programme button three times. The indicator starts to flash.

2. Wait until the indicator continues to flash and the remaining programme indicators are off.

The indicator shows the current setting:

• is off = AirDry is off.
• is on = AirDry is on.

3. Press the programme button to change the setting.

4. Press the on/off button to confirm the setting.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Make sure that the current level of the water softener agrees with the hardness of the water supply. If not, adjust the level of the water softener.
2. Fill the salt container.
3. Fill the rinse aid dispenser.
4. Open the water tap.
5. Start a programme to remove any processing residuals that can still be inside the appliance. Do not use detergent and do not put dishes in the baskets.

After starting the programme, the appliance recharges the resin in the water softener for up to 5 minutes. The washing phase starts only after this procedure is complete. The procedure is repeated periodically.

THE SALT CONTAINER

CAUTION! Use rough salt designed for dishwashers only. Fine salt increases the risk of corrosion.

The salt is used to recharge the resin in the water softener and to assure good washing results in daily use.

How to fill the salt container

1. Turn the cap of the salt container counterclockwise and remove it.
2. Put 1 litre of water in the salt container (only for the first time).
3. Fill the salt container with 1 kg of salt (until it is full).
4. Carefully shake the funnel by its handle to get the last granules inside.
5. Remove the salt around the opening of the salt container.
6. Turn the cap of the salt container clockwise to close the salt container.

HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER

1. Press the release button (D) to open the lid(C).
2. Fill the dispenser (A) until the rinse aid reaches the marking ''MAX''.
3. Remove the spilled rinse aid with an absorbent cloth to prevent excessive foam formation.
4. Close the lid. Make sure that the release button locks into position.

DAILY USE

1. Open the water tap.

2. Press the on/off button to activate the appliance. Make sure that the appliance is in programme selection mode.

• If the salt indicator is on, fill the salt container.
• If the rinse aid indicator is on, fill the rinse aid dispenser.

3. Load the baskets.

4. Add the detergent.

5. Set and start the correct programme for the type of load and the degree of soil.

USING THE DETERGENT

1. Press the release button (B) to open the lid (C).

2. Put the detergent, in powder or tablets, in the compartment (A).

3. If the programme has a prewash phase, put a small quantity of detergent on the inner part of the appliance door.

4. Close the lid. Make sure that the release button locks into position.

SETTING AND STARTING A PROGRAMME

Starting a programme

1. Keep the appliance door ajar.
2. Press the on/off button to activate the appliance. Make sure that the appliance is in programme selection mode.
3. Press the programme button repeatedly until the indicator of the programme you want to select starts flashing.
4. Close the appliance door to start the programme.

Starting a programme with delay start

1. Set a programme.
2. Press Delay Start to delay the start of the programme of 3 hours. The indicator comes on.
3. Close the appliance door to start the countdown.
4. When the countdown is completed, the programme starts.

Opening the door while the appliance operates

Opening the door while a programme is running stops the appliance. It may affect the energy consumption and the programme duration. After closing the door, the appliance continues from the point of interruption.

• If the door is opened for more than 30 seconds during the drying phase, the running programme ends. It does not happen if the door is opened by AirDry function.
• Do not try to close the appliance door within 2 minutes after AirDry automatically opens it, as this may cause damage to the appliance.

If, afterwards, the door is closed for another 3 minutes, the running programme ends.

Cancelling the delay start

Press the on/off button for 3 seconds until the appliance is in programme selection mode.

When you cancel the delay start, you have to set the programme again.

Cancelling the programme

Press and hold the programme button for 3 seconds until the appliance is in programme selection mode.

Make sure that there is detergent in the detergent dispenser before you start a new programme.

The Auto Off function

This function decreases energy consumption by deactivating automatically the appliance when it is not operating.

The function comes into operation:

• When the programme is complete.
• After 5 minutes if a programme was not started.

End of the programme

When the programme is complete, the programme indicator remains on until the Auto Off function switches the appliance off.

If the acoustic signal for the end of a programme is activated and the programme is complete, the appliance is automatically switched off after the signal sounds.

• Press any button to switch off the appliance or wait for the appliance to switch off automatically. If you close or open the door before automatic deactivation, the appliance is deactivated.
• Close the water tap.

HINTS AND TIPS

GENERAL

Follow the hints below to ensure optimal cleaning and drying results in daily use and to protect the environment.

• Washing dishes in the dishwasher as instructed in the user manual usually consumes less water and energy than washing dishes by hand.
• Load the dishwasher to its full capacity to save water and energy. For best cleaning results, arrange items in the baskets as instructed in the user manual and do not overload the baskets.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand. It increases the water and energy consumption. When needed, select a programme with a prewash phase.
• Remove larger residues of food from the dishes and empty cups and glasses before putting them inside the appliance.
• Soak or slightly scour cookware with firmly cooked-on or baked-on food before washing it in the appliance.
• Make sure that items in the baskets do not touch or cover each other. Only then can the water completely reach and wash the dishes.
• You can use dishwasher detergent, rinse aid and salt separately or you can use the multitablets (e.g. ''All in 1''). Follow the instructions on the packaging.
• Select a programme according to the type of load and the degree of soil. offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption.
• To prevent limescale buildup inside the appliance:
  • Refill the salt container whenever necessary.
  • Use the recommended dosage of the detergent and rinse aid.
  • Make sure that the current level of the water softener agrees with the hardness of the water supply.
  • Follow the instructions in the chapter "Care and cleaning".

USING SALT, RINSE AID AND DETERGENT

• Only use salt, rinse aid and detergent designed for dishwasher. Other products can cause damage to the appliance.
• In areas with hard and very hard water, we recommend to use basic dishwasher detergent powder, gel, tablets containing no additional agents), rinse aid and salt separately for optimal cleaning and drying results.
• Detergent tablets do not fully dissolve with short programmes. To prevent detergent residues on the tableware, we recommend that you use tablets with long programmes.
• Always use the correct quantity of detergent. Insufficient dosage of detergent can result in poor cleaning results and hard-water filming or spotting on the items. Using too much detergent with soft or softened water results in detergent residues on the dishes. Adjust the amount of detergent based on the water hardness. Refer to the instructions on the detergent packaging.
• Always use the correct quantity of rinse aid. Insufficient dosage of rinse aid decreases the drying results. Using too much rinse aid results in bluish layers on the items.
• Make sure that the water softener level is correct. If the level is too high, the increased quantity of salt in the water might result in rust on cutlery.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU WANT TO STOP USING MULTI-TABLETS

Before you start to use separately detergent, salt and rinse aid do the following procedure.

1. Set the highest level of the water softener.
2. Make sure that the salt and rinse aid containers are full.
3. Start the shortest programme with a rinsing phase. Do not add detergent and do not load the baskets.
4. When the programme is completed, adjust the water softener according to the water hardness in your area.
5. Adjust the released quantity of rinse aid.

LOADING THE BASKETS

• Always use the whole space of the baskets.
• Use the appliance to wash dishwasher-safe items only.
• Do not wash in the appliance items made of wood, horn, aluminium, pewter and copper as they could crack, warp, get discoloured or pitted.
• Do not wash in the appliance items that can absorb water (sponges, household cloths).
• Put hollow items (cups, glasses and pans) with the opening facing downwards.
• Make sure that glasses do not touch each other.
• Put light items in the upper basket. Make sure that the items do not move freely.
• Put cutlery and small items in the cutlery basket.
• Make sure that the spray arms can move freely before you start a programme.

BEFORE STARTING A PROGRAMME

Before you start the selected programme, make sure that:

• The filters are clean and correctly installed.
• The cap of the salt container is tight.
• The spray arms are not clogged.
• There is enough salt and rinse aid (unless you use multi-tablets).
• The arrangement of the items in the baskets is correct.
• The programme is suitable to the type of load and the degree of soil.
• The correct quantity of detergent is used.

UNLOADING THE BASKETS

1. Let the tableware cool down before you remove it from the appliance. Hot items can be easily damaged.
2. First remove items from the lower basket, then from the upper basket.

CARE AND CLEANING

CLEANING THE FILTERS

The filter system is made of 3 parts.

1. Turn the filter (B) counterclockwise and remove it.

2. Remove the filter (C) out of filter (B).
3. Remove the flat filter (A).

4. Wash the filters.

5. Make sure that there are no residues of food or soil in or around the edge of the sump.

6. Put back in place the flat filter (A). Make sure that it is correctly positioned under the 2 guides.

7. Reassemble the filters (B) and (C).

8. Put back the filter (B) in the flat filter (A). Turn it clockwise until it locks.

CLEANING THE LOWER SPRAY ARM

We recommend to clean the lower spray arm regularly to prevent soil from clogging the holes. Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory washing results.

1. To remove the lower spray arm, pull it upwards.

2. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a toothpick, to remove particles of soil from the holes.

3. To install the spray arm back, press it downwards.

EXTERNAL CLEANING

• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads or solvents.

INTERNAL CLEANING

• Carefully clean the appliance, including the rubber gasket of the door, with a soft damp cloth.
• To maintain the performance of your appliance, use a cleaning product designed specifically for dishwashers at least once a month. Carefully follow the instructions on the packaging of the product.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, sharp tools, strong chemicals, scourer or solvents.
• Using short-duration programmes regularly can cause grease and limescale buildup inside the appliance. Run long-duration programmes at least twice a month to prevent the buildup.

REMOVAL OF FOREIGN OBJECTS

Check the filters and the sump after each use of the dishwasher. Foreign objects (e.g. pieces of glass, plastic, bones or toothpicks, etc) decrease the cleaning performance and can cause damage to the drain pump.

1. Disassemble the filters system as instructed in this chapter.
2. Remove any foreign objects by hand.
3. Reassemble the filters as instructed in this chapter.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The majority of problems that can occur can be solved without the need to contact an Authorised Service Centre.

Refer to the below table for information on possible problems. With some problems, the dedicated indicator flashes intermittently to indicate a malfunction and the alarm code.

THE WASHING AND DRYING RESULTS ARE NOT SATISFACTORY