Whirlpool Adg 6556 Wh Manual

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GBCONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHERPAGE11
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENTPAGE11
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSPAGE11
CONNECTIONSPAGE12
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONPAGE13
HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINERPAGE14
HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSERPAGE15
HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSERPAGE16
CARE AND MAINTENANCEPAGE17
To make the most of your new dishwasher, please read these user
instructions and the quick reference guide carefully.
 
						

							11 1.   Removing the packaging and check
After unpacking, make sure that the 
dishwasher is undamaged and that the door 
closes correctly. If in doubt, contact a qualified 
technician or your local retailer.
•      Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, 
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of 
children, as they are potentially dangerous.2. Water and electrical connections
All water and electrical connections must be 
carried out by a qualified technician in 
compliance with the manufacturers 
instructions (refer to the enclosed installation 
booklet) and current local safety regulations.
The appliance must only be used in the 
household for the prescribed uses.
1. Packing 
The packing box may be fully recycled as 
confirmed by the recycling symbol  .
2. Energy and water saving tips
Do not rinse crockery under running water.
Always fully load the dishwasher before 
switching on or set the wash programme to 
half load (if available) if 
one rack only is 
loaded.If ecological energy sources are available, 
such as solar panel heating, heat pumps or 
centralised heating systems, the appliance 
may be connected to the hot water mains up 
to a maximum temperature of 60° C. Make 
sure the water inlet hose is of the correct 
type. Refer to the chapter “Connections” in 
these user instructions.
3. Disposing of packaging and old machine
The appliance is built from reusable 
materials. If you decide to scrap the 
dishwasher, it must be disposed of in 
compliance with local waste disposal laws.
Before scrapping, cut off the power cable 
so that the appliance cannot be 
connected to the mains.
1. Child safety:
Children must not be allowed to play with 
the dishwasher.
Store the detergent, rinse aid and salt in a 
dry place out of the reach of children.
2. General recommendations:
The open dishwasher door can only support 
the weight of the loaded rack when pulled 
out. Do not rest objects on the open door or 
sit or stand on it: 
the appliance may topple 
over!
Do not use solvents inside the dishwasher: 
risk of explosion!
Only use detergents, rinse aids and 
regeneration salts specially recommended 
for use in domestic dishwashers.
Before cleaning or carrying out 
maintenance, switch off the appliance and 
turn off the water tap.
If a fault occurs, switch off the appliance and 
turn off the water tap.If necessary, the power cable may be 
replaced with one the same obtained from 
our After-Sales Service. The power cable 
must only be replaced by a qualified 
technician.
On completion of the programme switch off 
the dishwasher and turn off the water tap.
3. For appliances with water stop system: 
The water inlet hose and plastic casing 
contain electrical components. Do not 
therefore cut the hose or immerse the plastic 
casing in water. If the hose is damaged 
switch off the appliance immediately.
EC Declaration of conformity
This appliance has been designed, constructed 
and distributed in compliance with the safety 
requirements of EC Directives:
73/23/EC
89/336/EC
93/68/EC
Load capacity: 12 place settings
.
BEFORE USING THE DISHWASHER
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
 
						

							12Do not use the dishwasher if it has been 
damaged in transit. Consult your local 
retailer or our After-Sales Service.
(Refer to the separate installation instructions 
booklet)
Water inlet and drain: 

Observe any special regulations issued by 
your local Water Board.

Make sure the inlet and drain hoses are kink-
free and are not crushed.

If the hose length is not sufficient, please 
contact your local dealer or our After-Sales 
Service.

The inlet hose must be securely screwed on 
to the water tap to prevent leaks.

The inlet water temperature varies according to 
the model installed: inlet hose marked “25°C 
Max”: maximum temperature 25°C. 
All other models: maximum temperature 60°C.

When installing the appliance, make sure the 
drain water discharges correctly (if necessary, 
remove the plug from the sink spigot).

Fix the drain hose to the spigot with a clamp 
to prevent it from coming off during operation.

For appliances with water-stop system only: 
if the water connections are made correctly, 
the water-stop system safeguards your home 
against damage caused by flooding.
Electrical connection:

Closely adhere to local Electricity Board 
regulations.

Voltage information is shown on the rating 
plate mounted inside the door on the right 
hand side.

The appliance must be earthed as prescribed 
by law.

Do not use extension leads or multiple 
adapters.

Before carrying out maintenance, disconnect 
the mains plug.

The power cable must only be replaced by a 
qualified technician.
For Austria: 
if the apparatus is series 
connected to a fault current switch, this must 
be sensitive to the pulsating current.
CONNECTIONS
 
						

							13 For Great Britain Only
Warning - this appliance must be 
earthed
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a 
BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in 
this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse 
to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:
1.Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).
2.Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.
3.Refit both into plug.
Important:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a 
fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not 
be used until a correct replacement is fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour 
insert or the colour embossed in words on the 
base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from 
your local electrical store.
Connection to a rewirable plug
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket 
outlet, then it should be cut off and disposed of in 
order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it 
be inserted into a 13A socket elsewhere.
A suitable alternative plug should then be fitted 
to the cable.The wires in the mains lead are coloured in 
accordance with the following code:
BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”)
BROWN- “LIVE” (“L”)
GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)
1.The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be 
connected to the terminal in the plug which is 
marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth 
symbol   or coloured green or green and 
yellow.
2.The BLUE wire must be connected to the 
terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or 
coloured black.
3.The BROWN wire must be connected to the 
terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or 
coloured red.
For the Republic of Ireland only
The information given in respect of Great Britain 
will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and 
socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type. In 
this case, the wire which is coloured GREEN 
AND YELLOW must be connected to the EARTH 
contact, and the two wires to the two pins, 
irrespective of colour. The supply to the socket 
must be fitted with a 16 amp fuse.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
 
						

							14 From a water hardness category of 1-2 
(average), before using the dishwasher, fill the 
salt container with regeneration salt (to find out 
the hardness level of water in your area, contact 
your local Water Board or check the last bill you 
received).
If the water hardness level does not correspond 
to position 3 on the selector (setting on delivery) 
or if the water hardness level changes:
Turn the selector to the correct position.
Set the water hardness by turning the selector (if 
fitted) inside the door (top left) using a screwdriver. 
Use the table below to set the dial to the correct 
setting:
If the water hardness level falls within category
1 (soft), no salt is required.
How to fill the salt container
Warning: only use regeneration salts for 
use in domestic dishwashers!
Do not fill the salt container with unsuitable 
substances, such as detergent, as this will 
cause irreparable damage to the water 
softener system.
1.   Remove the lower rack.
2.Unscrew the cap by turning it counter-
clockwise.
3.When first using the dishwasher: fill the salt 
container to the rim with water.
4.Fill the salt container to the rim with salt 
(using the filler provided) (when filling for the 
first time use min. 1.5 kg and max. 2 kg) and 
stir with a spoon handle.
5.Screw the cap back on by turning it 
clockwise.
6.Fit the lower rack.
7.After filling the regeneration salt container, 
immediately
 start a wash program (the 
Prewash program alone is not sufficient), so 
as to eliminate any residual saline solution 
straight away.
Check the salt level regularly.
Salt level indicator
The dishwasher is equipped with an electric or 
visual salt level indicator (depending on the 
model installed).
Electric indicator:
The salt level indicator lamp   on the control 
panel lights up when the salt container is empty.
Visual indicator:
The float is clearly visible in the cap window 
when the salt container is full. 
The float lowers and is no longer visible when the 
salt container is empty.
HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER
Hardness 
categoryGerman 
degrees
°dHFrench 
degrees
°fHPosition
of
selector
1 soft 0 - 5 0 - 9 0
1 - 2 average 6 - 10 10 - 18 1
2 average 11 - 15 19 - 27 2
3 medium-hard 16 - 21 28 - 37 3
4 hard 22 - 28 38 - 50 4
4 very hard 29 - 35 51 - 63 5
4 extremely 
hard36 - 60 64 - 107 6
 
						

							15 The rinse aid facilitates drying and prevents the 
formation of unsightly spots and streaks on 
crockery. Before using the dishwasher for the 
first time, fill the rinse aid dispenser.
How to fill the rinse aid dispenser:
Only use rinse aids recommended for use in 
domestic dishwashers.
1.   Press button A
 to open the cover
(see drawing). 
2. Fill the dispenser with rinse aid up to the 
dashed line “max” (about 100 ml.).
Immediately wipe away any rinse aid spilt 
accidentally.
This prevents the formation of excess suds 
which may spoil washing results.
3. Replace the cover.
Thereafter, regularly check the rinse aid level.
How to adjust the rinse aid dosage 
regulator:
Factory setting: position 4.
If you are not satisfied with washing or drying 
results, change the rinse aid dosage setting. 
1.   Press button A
 to open the cover (see 
drawing).
2. If crockery is prone to whitish streaks, reduce 
the dosage by turning the dial to a lower 
setting (1-3) using a coin or the like. 
If crockery is not perfectly dry, increase the 
dosage by turning the dial to a higher setting 
(5-6).
3. Close the cover again.
Rinse aid level indicator:
Visual indicator:
light
= add rinse aid .
dark
= sufficient rinse aid  .
Additional electric indicator (if provided):
The indicator lamp   on the control panel 
lights up when more rinse aid needs to be added.
HOW TO FILL THE RINSE AID DISPENSER
 
						

							16A small compartment   and a large 
compartment  are provided for the 
detergent.
The use of detergent in excess of the 
recommended dosage may cause pollution. The 
recommended dosage varies for different 
brands.
If you use detergents in pellet form, follow the 
manufacturer’s directions for use.
“New generation” detergents contain enzymes 
that give better washing results when Bio 
programmes are used. However, these 
programmes are also suitable for all other 
dishwasher detergents.
How to fill the detergent dispenser:
Only use detergents recommended for use 
in domestic dishwashers.
Only fill the detergent dispenser prior to 
starting a wash programme.
1.   Press button 
A to open the cover.
2. How to fill the Detergent Dispenser.
For programmes with pre-rinse:
Pour 2/3 of the recommended dosage into 
the large compartment  .
Pour the remaining 1/3 into the small 
compartment .
For programmes without pre-rinse:
Pour the entire recommended dosage into 
the large compartment. If the recommended 
dosage on the detergent pack is over 
45 ml (maximum capacity of the large 
compartment), pour the remaining detergent 
into the small compartment.
For programmes with additional 
“Half load” 
function selected (if provided): Use a smaller 
quantity of detergent.
3. Close the cover.
HOW TO FILL THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
LargeSmall
compartment
compartment
 
						

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Before cleaning or carrying out 
maintenance, switch off the appliance and 
turn off the water tap.
Cleaning the outside of the appliance:
To clean the outside of the appliance, use a 
neutral detergent and a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive detergents.
Cleaning the inside of the dishwasher:
Regularly wipe the door seal and inside of 
the door with a damp cloth to remove any 
food residues.
Upper spray arm:
1.  Slacken the fixing nut (A) (by turning it 
counter-clockwise) and detach the spray 
arm (B) by pulling it down.
2.Rinse the nozzles.
3.Remount the spray arm by aligning it with the 
rotary mounting and insert it.
4.Tighten the fixing nut by turning it clockwise. 
Make sure the nut is fully tightened (it 
should click). 
Make sure the spray arm rotates freely.
Lower spray arm:
1.  Press the two levers which fix the spray arm 
inwards (C), and detach by pulling it up (D).
2.Rinse the nozzles.
3.Remount the spray arm by aligning it with 
the rotor pin and insert it.
4.Push the spray arm down firmly until it is 
fixed in place.
5.Make sure the two levers are correctly 
inserted (they should click).
Make sure the spray arm rotates freely.
Cleaning the filters:
1.  Fully unscrew the wide-mesh central filter by 
turning it counter-clockwise and extract it 
(E).
2.Fully unscrew the fine-mesh filter and 
extract it from the wide-mesh central filter (F) 
(pay due attention to the holes in the bottom 
of the filter).
3.Remove the large filter (G).
4.Clean all filters regularly under running 
water, and check that no impurities are left 
inside the dishwasher.
5.Reassemble:
Insert the fine-mesh filter in the wide-mesh 
central filter (pay due attention to the holes 
in the bottom of the filter).
Insert the filter unit and fix it by turning it 
clockwise. Make sure that the filters have 
been inserted correctly.
The filter unit must be correctly 
assembled to ensure good wash results.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE