Whirlpool Adg 6500 Quick Reference Guide

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Chart
PROGRAM SELECTION 
BUTTON
Push “Programs” button 
(repeatedly) until the indicator 
of the required program lights 
up (see “Table of programs” 
below).
CANCEL/OFF BUTTON
Push this button to switch off the control panel.
If pressed when a program is running it cancels the program ongoing draining water for 1 minute.If pressed when the dishwasher is switched off it drains any possible liquids from dishwasher (1 minute process).If the indicator flashes repeatedly, see page 6 - 
chapter ”What...

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First time use
1- salt reservoir
2- rinse aid dispenser
3- detergent dispenser
4- racks system
5,6,7,8- available functions on the panel
9- filters
10- spray arms
1.
Ask your water supply company what the water hardness
 is...
2.
...enter this value on 
your dishwasher
Suggestions for detergent use
German
degrees °dH
French
degrees °fH
English
degrees °eH
Water hardness
level
3 first PROGRAM LEDs 
lit on the panel 
(see table of programs)
P1 P2 P3
Gel or Powder
(rinse aid and 
salt)
Ta b l e t s...

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Daily check
3
Check the rinse aid indicator to check the level 
into the dispenser.
(depending on the model)Rinse aid indicator on the control panel
Rinse aid indicator on the dispenser
The indicator lamp lights up when RINSE AID NEEDS 
TO BE ADDED.
dark: OK.
clear: NEEDS TO BE ADDED
Only use rinse aids recommended for use in domestic dishwashers. Immediately wipe away any rinse aid spilt accidentally. This prevents the formation of excess suds which can cause a fault function of the...

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How to load the racks
D - OPEN
(depending on the model)
E - Foldable plate holders: they can be folded down to load pots
orFixed plate holders
F - Cutlery basket: slide halves apart to split the basket.
G - Grid: helps to keep the cutlery separate for better washing results.
How to load LOWER RACK4
(depending on the model)
A - Adjustable flaps: in horizontal position for 
cups/long utensils.B - Cutlery basket - half: can be placed in the upper rack 
when the “Half load/Multizone” option is...

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Switching off the appliance. Everything OK...Wash cycleSelect program6
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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
Overview of programs
The max. possible number of programs is illustrated in the chapter “Chart”. The corresponding programs for your appliance can be found on the panel (page 1).
Choose program according to the attached table of programs (page 1).
Duration of the program depends on the external conditions in the apartment, temperature and pressure etc.
Rectifying minor faults...

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What to do if...
If a fault occurs, before contacting the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem.
Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, quickly restoring normal appliance operation.
The appliance... Possible causes... Solutions...
...is not working/will not start
- The appliance must be switched on.
- Check the household circuit fuse if there is no power supply.
- The dishwasher door doesn’t close.
- Check if the dishwasher’s...

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What to do if...
Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions...
...salt indicator lit
- Use tablets for soft water.
- Set “Tablet” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up.
...have deposits: regeneration salt residue
- Water too hard. - In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2, “How to set water 
hardness”).
- Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
- Not enough rinse aid....

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What to do if...
If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty).
Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following:
- the description of the fault,
- the appliance type and model,
- the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side:
Precautions and general recommendations
1. Packing
The packaging materials...