Zanussi Zdf 501 User Manual

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Setting the water softener electronically (see table)
The dishwasher must
be switched off.
Switch on the
dishwasher by pressing
the On/Off button.The digital display
indicates the current
level.
To change the level,
press function button 1.
Each time the button is
pressed the level
increases. (For the
selection of the new
level see the chart).The digital display
indicates the new level
set. (Level 1 follows
level 10).To memorise the
operation, switch off the
dishwasher by pressing
the On/Off button.
Press and hold
simultaneously function
buttons 2and 3until the
lights of function
buttons 1, 2and 3start
flashing.Release the buttons
and then press function
button 1; the lights of
function buttons 2and 3
turn off while function
button 1goes on
flashing.
The water softener is factory set at position 5.
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Filling with dishwasher salt
Unscrew the cap.Only before filling with
salt for the first time,
fill the salt container
with waterUsing the funnel
provided, pour in the
salt until the container is
filled with salt.
Remove any trace of
salt.Replace the cap tightly
turning it clockwise until
it stops with a click.
CAUTION!
Use only special salt suitable for dishwashers
IMPORTANT!
Immediately start a complete programme.
IMPORTANT!
Top up the special salt when the light on
the control panel illuminates.
IMPORTANT!
Water will overflow from the container as salt is
added.
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Filling with rinse aid
Open the lid.Fill up with rinse aid.
The maximum level for
filling is indicated by
max.Clean up any rinse aid
which overflows. Close
the lid and press until it
locks.
CAUTION!
Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with any other
substances (e.g. dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid
detergent). This would damage the appliance.
Adjusting the dosage of rinse aid
Increase the dose if there are drops of water or
lime spots on the dishes after washing.Reduce the dose if there are whitish streaks
on the dishes or a bluish film on glassware or
knife blades.
Open the lid.Set the dosage level.
(The dose is factory set
in position 4).Close the lid and press
until it locks.
IMPORTANT!
Top up the rinse aid when the light on the
control panel illuminates.
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Loading cutlery and dishes
The following items are not suitable for use 
in the dishwasher:
- Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or 
mother-of-pearl handles
- Plastic items that are not heat resistant
- Older cutlery with glued parts that are not 
temperature resistant
- Bonded cutlery items or dishes
- Pewter or copper items
- Lead crystal glass
- Steel items prone to rusting
- Wooden platters
- Items made from synthetic fibres When loading the dishwasher, make sure
that you:
- Remove all left over food and debris.
- Soften remnants of burnt food in pans
- Load hollow items such as cups, glasses, 
pans, etc. with the opening downwards so 
that water cannot collect in the container 
or a deep base.
-Dishes and items of cutlery must not lie 
inside one another, or cover each other.
- To avoid damage to glasses, they must 
not touch.
- Lay small objects in the cutlery basket.
Plastic items and pans with teflon have a
tendency to retain water drops; these
items will not dry as well as porcelain and
steel items.
IMPORTANT!
Before closing the door, ensure that the spray
arms can rotate freely.
Load cutlery.
For best results we
recommend you to use
the cutlery grid provided
(if the size and
dimensions of the
cutlery allow it.Place knives and other
items of cutlery with
sharp points or edges
with their handles facing
upwards. 
Risk of injury!
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Load the lower basket.
Arrange serving dishes and large lids around the
edge of the basket.The two rows of prongs
on the lower basket can
be easily lowered to
allow you to load pots,
pans and bowls.
Load upper basket.
Light items (plastic
bowls etc.) must be
loaded in the upper
basket and arranged so
they do not move. For taller items, the cup
racks can be folded
upwards.If plates are to be loaded in the upper
basket:
load them starting from the rear positions;
tilting them slightly forwards and avoiding the
front positions near the door.
Load cutlery.
For best results we
recommend you to use
the cutlery grid provided
(if the size and
dimensions of the
cutlery allow it.Place knives and other
items of cutlery with
sharp points or edges
with their handles facing
upwards. 
Risk of injury!
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IMPORTANT!
Never lift or lower the basket on one side only
IMPORTANT!
When the basket is in the higher position you
will not be able to use the cup racks.
To move to the higher position proceed as
follows:
1. Pull out the basket until it stops. 
2. Carefully lift both sides upwards until the
mechanism is engaged and the basket is stable. 
To lower the basket to the original position
proceed as follows:
1. Pull out the basket until it stops. 
2. Carefully lift both sides upwards and then allow
the mechanism to drop back down slowly,
keeping hold of it. 
Adjusting the height of the upper basket 
If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket
to the higher position. 
Maximum height of the dishes in:
upper basket lower basket
With upper basket raised 20 cm 31 cm
With upper basket lowered 24 cm 27 cm
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Filling with detergent
IMPORTANT!
Only use detergents suitable for dishwashers.
Observe the manufacturer’s dosing and storage recommendations.
Open the lid.
For programmes with
prewash add an
additional detergent
dose in compartment B.When using detergent
tablets:
place detergent tablets
in compartment A.Close the lid.
Fill in the detergent in
compartment A.Observe the dosing
levels.
Unloading the dishwasher
Empty the lower basket first and then the
upper one; this will avoid water dripping from
the upper basket onto the dishes in the lower
one.
Water may appear on the sides and the door
of the dishwasher as the stainless steel will
eventually become cooler than the dishes.
IMPORTANT!
Open the dishwasher’s door, leave it ajar and
wait a few minutes before removing the
dishes; hot dishes are sensitive to knocks. In
this way they will be cooler and the drying will
be improved.
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Cleaning and care
IMPORTANT!
NEVER use the dishwasher without filters.
Incorrect repositioning and fitting of the filters will produce poor washing results.
Cleaning the filters
IMPORTANT!
NEVER try to remove the spray arms.
If residues of soil have clogged the holes in the
upper spray arm, remove them with a
toothpick.
Clean filters A, Band C
thoroughly under
running water.Turn the handle about1/4turn anticlockwise
and remove filters B
and C.Remove filter Afrom the
base of the washing
compartment.
Put the flat filter Aback
in the base of the
washing compartment
and ensure that it fits
perfectly under the two 
guides D.Replace the filters and
lock by turning the
handle clockwise to the
stop.
The dishwasher must
be switched off
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Environmental concerns
External cleaning
Clean the external surfaces of the machine and
control panel with a damp soft cloth. If
necessary use only neutral detergents. Never
use abrasive products, scouring pads or
solvent (acetone, trichloroethylene etc....). 
Ensure that the seals around the door, the
detergent and rinse aid dispensers are cleaned
regularly with a damp cloth.
We recommend every 3 months to run a 65°C
wash programme without dishes using
detergent.
Prolonged periods of non-operation 
If you are not using the machine for any period
of time you are advised to: 
1.Unplug the appliance and then turn off the
water. 
2.Leave the door ajar to prevent the formation
of any unpleasant smells. 
3.Leave the inside of the machine clean. 
Frost precautions 
Avoid placing the machine in a location where
the temperature is below 0°C. If this is
unavoidable, empty the machine, close the
appliance door, disconnect the water inlet pipe
and empty it. 
Moving the machine 
If you have to move the machine (moving
house etc....): 
1.Unplug it.
2.Turn the water tap off.
3.Remove the water inlet and discharge
hoses.
4.Pull the machine out together with the
hoses. 
5.Only transport the dishwasher in an upright
position, otherwise salt water may run out. 
Packaging material
The packaging materials are environmentally
friendly and can be recycled. The plastic
components are identified by markings, e.g.
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Something not working
IMPORTANT!
The dishwasher will not start or stops during operation. 
Certain problems are due to the lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved
with the help of the indications described in the chart, without calling out an engineer.
Switch off the dishwasher, open the door and carry out the following suggested corrective actions.
Fault code / malfunction Possible cause  Solution
The dishwasher does not fill with
water.
- continuous flashing of the 
light of the running programme
- appears in the digital 
display 
The dishwasher will not drain.
- continuous flashing of the 
light of the running programme
- appears in the digital 
display 
The water tap is blocked  Clean the water tap.
or furred with limescale.
The water tap is turned off. Turn the water tap on.
The filter (where present)  Clean the filter in the.
in the threaded hose fitting at  threaded hose fitting.
the water inlet valve is blocked.
The water inlet hose has Check the water inlet hose
not been correctly laid or it is  connection.
bent or squashed.
The sink spigot is blocked.  Clean out the sink spigot.
The water drain hose has Check the water drain hose
not been correctly laid or it is connection.
bent or squashed.
- continuous flashing of the 
light of the running programme
- appears in the digital 
display Anti-flood device is activated.  Close the water tap and contact
your local Service Force Centre.
The programme does not start.
The dishwasher door has Close the door
not been properly closed.
The main plug is not plugged in. Insert the mains plug
The fuse has blown in the Replace the fuse.
household fuse box.
Delay start has been selected If dishes are to be washed 
immediately, cancel the delay 
start.
Once these checks have been carried out; close the dishwasher’s door and switch on the
appliance. Press the button of the programme that was running before the intervention of the
alarm. The programme will continue from the point at which it was interrupted. 
If the malfunction or fault code reappears contact the Service Force Centre. 
For other  fault codes not described in the above chart, please contact your Service Force Centre.
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