Operating instructions for dishwashers To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the appliance, it is essential to read these instructions as well as the installation plan before it is in‐ stalled and used for the first time. en-GB HG05 M.-Nr.
Contents Guide to the appliance................... 5 Appliance overview....................5 Control panel......................6 Display ........................7 Warning and Safety instructions ................8 Caring for the environment ................. 17 Disposal of the packing material................17 Disposing of your old appliance ................17 Energy saving washing ..................
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Contents Display ........................47 Energy management ....................48 At the end of a programme ..................48 Switching off ......................49 Unloading the dishwasher ..................49 Interrupting a programme ..................50 Changing a programme ..................50 Programme options ..................... 51 Options ........................51 FlexiTimer with EcoStart ..................
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Contents Electrical connection ................... 83 Electrical connection U.K..................83 Plumbing ....................... 84 The Miele waterproof anti-leak system ..............84 Connection to the water supply................84 Drainage......................... 86 Technical data ...................... 87 Settings menu ...................... 88 To open the Settings menu ..................88 Language ......................
Guide to the appliance Appliance overview a Upper spray arm (not visible) g Filter combination b Cutlery tray (depending on model) h Data plate c Upper basket i Rinse aid reservoir d Middle spray arm j Dual compartment detergent dis‐ penser e Air inlet for drying (depending on model)
Guide to the appliance Control panel a In-operation indicator light f OK button b Programmes g Display c Option buttons with indicator lights h Programme selector button d Arrow buttons i On/Off button e button (FlexiTimer) with indicator light This instruction book applies to several different dishwasher models.
Guide to the appliance Display Settings menu General The display is used to select or set the following: The Settings menu is used to alter the – the programme dishwasher's electronics to suit differ‐ ent requirements. You access the Set‐ –...
Keep the installation plan and the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any future owner. Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compli‐ ance with this information.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct application This dishwasher is intended for use in domestic households and similar working and residential environments. The dishwasher is not intended for outdoor use. It must only be used as a domestic appliance as specified in these operating instructions, for cleaning domestic crockery and cutlery.
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Warning and Safety instructions Safety with children Children under 8 years of age must be kept away from the appli‐ ance unless they are constantly supervised. Children 8 years and older may only use the dishwasher unsuper‐ vised if they have been shown how to use it safely and recognise and understand the consequences of incorrect operation.
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Unauthorised installation, maintenance and repairs can cause considerable danger for the user. Installation, maintenance and re‐ pairs must only be carried out by a Miele authorised technician. A damaged dishwasher is dangerous. Check it for any recognisa‐ ble damage. Never install or attempt to use a damaged appliance.
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Warning and Safety instructions Do not connect the dishwasher to the mains supply until it has been fully installed and any adjustment has been made to the door springs. The dishwasher may only be operated if the door opening mecha‐ nism is working correctly.
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(switch it off and withdraw the plug from the socket). If the connection cable is damaged it must be replaced with a special cable of the same type (available from Miele) by a Miele au‐ thorised service technician only.
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Warning and Safety instructions Correct installation The dishwasher must be installed and connected in compliance with the installation diagram supplied. Take care, both before and during installation of the dish‐ washer, not to cut yourself on the metal parts. Danger of in‐ jury.
Warning and Safety instructions Correct use Do not use solvents in the dishwasher. Danger of explosion. Do not inhale or ingest dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher deter‐ gents can cause burning in the nose, mouth and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Seek medical attention immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled.
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Please observe the information given in "Technical data" regard‐ ing the capacity of the dishwasher. Accessories Only use genuine original Miele accessories and spare parts with this appliance. Using accessories or spare parts from other manu‐ facturers will invalidate the guarantee, and Miele cannot accept lia‐ bility.
Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing mate‐ Disposing of your old appli‐ rial ance The packaging is designed to protect Electrical and electronic appliances of‐ the appliance from damage during ten contain valuable materials. They al‐ transportation. The packaging materials so contain materials which, if handled used are selected from materials which or disposed of incorrectly, could be po‐...
Caring for the environment Energy saving washing This dishwasher is exceptionally eco‐ nomical in its use of water and electrici‐ You can make the most of your appli‐ ance by following these tips: – For most economical dishwashing, make full use of the baskets without overloading the dishwasher.
Caring for the environment EcoFeedback consumption in‐ 2. Actual consumption dicator At the end of the programme you can call up the actual amount of energy and function is used for Consumption water used by the programme which calling up information about the energy has just been run.
Before using for the first time Opening the door Water in the dishwasher may be hot. Danger of scalding. This dishwasher has a motorised door opener which is activated by knocking Only open the door during operation on the door front ("Knock2open func‐ if absolutely necessary and exercise tion").
Before using for the first time Emergency door opener If the door will not open when knocked or if there is a power cut the door can be opened manually with the Knock2open mechanism supplied with the dishwasher. Then use it to pull the door open. Closing the door ...
Before using for the first time Basic settings Time The display will then change to the Open the door. screen for setting the time. Switch the dishwasher on with the The current time of day must be set be‐ button.
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Before using for the first time Water hardness The message will then ap‐ Set up finished pear in the display. The display will change to the screen for setting the water hardness. After confirming this with OK, the prompts and ...
Before using for the first time Before using the appliance for If the water in your area is very soft the first time, you require: and constantly lower than 0.9 mmol/l (5 °d - German scale) you do not – approx. 1 kg dishwasher salt, have to add dishwasher salt.
Before using for the first time Adding salt Do not fill the reservoir with water. When filling the salt reservoir only open the door halfway to ensure that all the salt gets into the reservoir. Add salt only until the reservoir is full or until water runs out of the opening.
Before using for the first time Add salt reminder If you only ever use combination prod‐ ucts containing salt and rinse aid in Fill the salt reservoir with dishwasher your dishwasher, you can switch the salt for reactivation when Add salt reminders off if you wish (see "Set‐...
Before using for the first time Rinse aid If you only ever use combination products containing rinse aid in your Rinse aid is necessary to ensure water dishwasher, you do not need to add does not cling and leave marks on rinse aid.
Before using for the first time Add rinse aid reminder When the message ap‐ Add rinse aid pears, the reservoir contains sufficient rinse aid for 2 - 3 programmes only. Add rinse aid in plenty of time. Confirm with OK. The refill reminder will go out.
Loading the dishwasher Notes – Make sure that small items cannot fall through the holders in the bas‐ Remove coarse food residues from kets. crockery. Small items, e.g. lids, should there‐ fore be placed in the cutlery tray or There is no need to rinse items under cutlery basket (depending on model).
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(e.g. Riedel glassware). Please note – Use detergents with glass protective additives (e.g. Miele CareCollection Silverware previously cleaned with a tabs). silver polish may still be damp or spot‐ ted at the end of a programme, where –...
Loading the dishwasher Upper basket Cup rack Raise the rack upwards to make See "Loading the dishwasher / Load‐ room for tall items. ing examples" for examples of how to Glasses can be arranged along the cup load crockery and cutlery. rack for support during the programme.
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Loading the dishwasher Jumbo cup rack (depending on model) You can also move one of the side in‐ serts of the cutlery tray to make more The cup rack can be set at two different room for tall glasses. widths so that it can also accommodate large cups.
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions In order to gain more space for taller can be accommodated. pieces of crockery in the lower or upper basket, the upper basket can be adjus‐ Dishwashers with cutlery basket ted on three levels with 2 cm between (see data plate for model number)
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket Removable MultiComfort insert The rear section of the lower basket is See "Loading the dishwasher / Load‐ used for washing cups, glasses, plates ing examples" for examples of how to and pots. load crockery and cutlery. You can remove the MultiComfort insert ...
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Loading the dishwasher Glass rack Glass rail The glass rack can be raised to make This rail is designed to hold tall glasses more room for tall items. and glasses with stems securely. Stem glassware, e.g. wine glasses or champagne flutes, can be leaned against the glass rack or suspended from it.
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Loading the dishwasher Hinged spikes Bottle holder The spikes at the front are used for The bottle holder can be used to wash washing plates, soup bowls, platters, narrow items, e.g. milk and baby bot‐ dessert bowls, and saucers. tles. Both rows of spikes can be lowered to make more room for large items, e.g.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery 3D cutlery tray (depending on model) See "Loading the dishwasher / Load‐ ing examples" for examples of how to load crockery and cutlery. Arrange the cutlery in the tray as shown. To make unloading much easier, cutlery should be grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, one for spoons, etc.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery basket (depending on model) Fit it onto the cutlery basket if re‐ quired. The cutlery basket can be placed any‐ where on the front rows of spikes in the lower basket. To avoid the risk of injury, knives and forks should be placed with the han‐...
For optimum cleaning and drying re‐ remove coloured stains (e.g. tea, cof‐ sults, use Miele dishwasher detergent fee, tomato sauce). and add Miele salt and Miele rinse aid separately. See "Optional accesso‐ Most dishwasher detergents are mildly ries". alkaline and contain enzymes and oxy‐...
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Operation Detergent dosage Dishwasher detergents can Follow the dosage recommended by cause burning in the nose, mouth the manufacturer on the packaging. and throat if swallowed, or inhibit breathing. Unless directed otherwise, use one Avoid inhalation of powder deter‐ detergent tab or add 20 to 30 ml de‐...
Operation Adding detergent Add the required amount of detergent and close the flap. Press the opening catch on the de‐ tergent dispenser. The flap will spring Make sure that the detergent packag‐ open. ing is properly closed after use to avoid it getting damp and clumping The flap is always open at the end of a together.
Operation Switching on Selecting a programme Open the stopcock, if it is closed. Choose your programme according to the type of load and how dirty it is. Open the door. The different programmes and their Make sure the spray arms can rotate uses are described in the Programme freely.
Operation Starting the programme Display Start the programme by closing the The estimated duration of the pro‐ door. gramme selected appears in hours and minutes in the display before the pro‐ The programme will begin. gramme begins. During the programme, The in-operation indicator comes on to the time left until the end of the pro‐...
Operation Energy management At the end of a programme To save energy, the dishwasher will At the end of a programme, the In-op‐ switch off automatically 10 minutes af‐ eration indicator light will be visible ter the last time a button has been flashing slowly with the door shut.
Operation Switching off Unloading the dishwasher At the end of a programme: Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when they are hot. Allow the Open the door. dishes to cool until they are comforta‐ The dishwasher can be switched off ble enough to handle before unloading them.
Operation Interrupting a programme Changing a programme A programme is interrupted as soon as If the detergent dispenser flap has the door is opened. already opened, do not change the If the door is closed again, the pro‐ programme. gramme will continue from the point it was at before the door was opened.
Programme options Options When used in combination with the "Quick wash" programme, the Short You can select and deselect the options option results in a wash programme using the appropriate buttons and the without drying or automatic opening of display. the door (if available).
Programme options FlexiTimer with EcoStart Open the door. Switch on the dishwasher with the The FlexiTimer gives you three ways button. of starting the programme by means of delaying the start. You can set the start ...
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Programme options Start at Finish at With the function, you set the With the function, you set the Start at Finish at exact time you want the programme to time you wish the programme to end at. start at. Use the arrow buttons to set the ...
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Programme options EcoStart Changing or deleting set times function allows you to take You can change the set times or the EcoStart advantage of time variable economy programme before the start time in the rates of electricity. Before you can use display is reached.
Programme options DetergentAgent For optimum cleaning results, the dish‐ washer automatically adjusts the pro‐ gramme sequence to the type of deter‐ gent being used. Depending on the programme, this can mean that the run‐ ning time and energy consumption vary slightly.
Programme chart Programme Programme sequence Pre-wash Main wash Interim rinse Final rinse Drying °C °C Sensor wash Variable programme sequence, sensor-controlled adjustment according to the amount of crockery and level of food deposits 47-65 required required Normal 55 °C Intensive 75 °C Sensor wash gentle ...
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Programme chart Consumption Duration Energy Water Cold water Hot water Litres Cold water Hot water 15 °C 55 °C 15 °C 55 °C h:min h:min 3:18 3:08 0.84 / 0.83 0.49 / 0.48 1:25-2:45 1:20-2:35 0.70 -1.30 0.50 -0.85 -16.0 1.10 0.70 14.0...
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Programme chart Crockery Food deposits Action required Variable, sensor-controlled Mixed, programme sequence All normal food deposits everyday crockery Shorter duration Heat-sensitive glasses and plastic This needs a gentle Fresh, easily removed food programme with glass care deposits Shorter duration Mixed crockery This needs a water and energy saving programme Shorter duration...
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Programme chart Programme Detergent Compartment I Compartment II 25 ml Sensor wash 1 tab +short 20 ml Sensor wash gentle 1 tab +short 25 ml 1 tab +short 25 ml Normal 55 °C 1 tab +short 25 ml Intensive 75 °C 10 ml 1 tab +short...
Suitable for mixed loads of wash cabinet using care products such as Miele's dishwasher cleaner or condi‐ crockery, pots and pans with normal, slightly dried on food residues. tioner (see "Optional accessories / Dishwasher care products).
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door and the door Check your dishwasher regularly (ap‐ seal prox. every 4 - 6 months). This way faults and problems can be avoided. Mould could build up on the door seal and the sides of the dishwasher door ...
Cleaning and care Cleaning the door front To avoid damaging the external sur‐ faces, do not use: Soiling that is left too long might – cleaning agents containing soda, become impossible to remove and ammonia, acids or chlorides, could cause the external surfaces to –...
Cleaning and care Checking the filters in the Cleaning the filters wash cabinet Switch the dishwasher off. The filter combination in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse soil from the suds solution, preventing it access‐ ing the circulation system and re-enter‐ ing the cabinet through the spray arms.
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Cleaning and care To clean the inside of the filter, the flap Replace the filter combination so that it lies flat in the base of the wash must be opened: cabinet. Press catches together in the di‐ ...
Cleaning and care Cleaning the spray arms Particles of food can get stuck in the spray arm jets and bearings. The spray arms should therefore be inspected and cleaned regularly (approx. every 4 - 6 months). Switch the dishwasher off. Remove the spray arms as follows: ...
Reset the trip switch in the mains fuse box or re‐ place the fuse in the plug (minimum fuse rating - see data plate). If the mains fuse trips again, call the Miele Service Department. After the programme The reflector panel was not correctly fitted.
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There is a fault with the door mechanism or the door do not retract after the has not been correctly balanced. door has opened auto‐ Call Miele Service. matically. The AutoOpen function must be switched off be‐ fore the dishwasher is used again (see "AutoOpen").
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Switch the dishwasher back on. Select the programme you want. Close the door. If the fault message appears again, there is a techni‐ cal fault. Call the Miele Service Department. The Waterproof system has reacted. Waterproof Close the stopcock.
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy The In-operation indica‐ Before rectifying the problem: tor is flashing quickly. Switch the dishwasher off with the button. The buzzer is sounding. One of the following faults is shown in the display: The door is sometimes obstructed by an item inside ...
Problem solving guide Water inlet fault Problem Cause and remedy The In-operation indica‐ tor is flashing quickly. The buzzer is sounding. One of the following faults is shown in the display: The stopcock is closed. Open stopcock Open the stopcock fully. Before rectifying the problem: ...
Problem solving guide Water drainage fault Problem Cause and remedy The In-operation indica‐ Before rectifying the problem: tor is flashing quickly. Switch the dishwasher off with the button. The buzzer is sounding. The water outlet is restricted. The following fault is There might be water in the wash cabinet.
Problem solving guide General problems Problem Cause and remedy The door will not open function has been permanently disa‐ Knock2open when knocked. bled. Switch the door opening mechanism on again (see "Settings, Knock2open"). If the door will still not open or if there is a power cut the door can still be opened with the door opening device supplied (see "Before using for the first time, Door opening mechanism").
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy Water remains in the Before rectifying the problem: wash cabinet at the end Switch the dishwasher off with the button. of a programme. The filter combination in the wash cabinet is clogged. ...
Problem solving guide Noises Problem Cause and remedy Knocking noise in the A spray arm is knocking against an item in a basket. wash cabinet. Interrupt the programme, and rearrange the items which are obstructing the spray arm. Rattling noise in the Items of crockery are insecure in the wash cabinet.
Problem solving guide Unsatisfactory washing result Problem Cause and remedy The dishes are not The dishes were not loaded correctly. clean. See notes in "Loading the dishwasher". The programme was not powerful enough. Select a more powerful programme (see "Pro‐ gramme chart").
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy Crockery is not dry or The rinse aid dosage is set too low or the rinse aid cutlery and glasses are reservoir is empty. flecked. Replenish the reservoir, increase the dosage or change the brand of rinse aid (see "Before using for the first time, Rinse aid").
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Problem solving guide Problem Cause and remedy White residue is visible The rinse aid dosage is set too low. on crockery and cut‐ Increase the dosage (see "Settings menu, Rinse lery, clouding occurs on aid"). glassware; film can be There is no salt in the salt reservoir.
Replace the filter and seal, making and the water inlet hose threaded un‐ sure they are sitting correctly. ion. This filter is available from Miele. Reconnect the inlet hose to the stop‐ cock, making sure it goes on correct‐ Cleaning the filter: ly and is not cross-threaded.
Maintenance Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve If the water has not been pumped away at the end of a programme the drain pump or the non-return valve might be blocked. They are, however, easy to clean. Disconnect the dishwasher from the mains supply.
The latest version of this leaflet can be – the Miele Service Department ordered by email from: – testinfo@miele.de Contact details for Miele are given at the end of this booklet. N.B. A call- Please quote your postal address, as out fee will be charged for service...
Dishwasher detergent, rinse – with enzymes which are effective aid and salt even in low temperature programmes When you decided to buy a Miele dish‐ – with glass protection against corro‐ washer you chose excellent quality and sion performance. However, ensuring that...
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Optional accessories Dishwasher care products Accessories Miele cleaning and care products pro‐ Some accessories may be supplied as vide optimum care for your dishwasher. standard, depending on model. Dishwasher cleaner Cappuccinatore insert – cleans the dishwasher effectively and The Cappuccinatore insert can be used...
Electrical connection Electrical connection U.K. This appliance must not be used with so-called energy saving devices. These reduce the energy supply to the appli‐ All electrical work must be car‐ ance which could then become too ried out by a suitably qualified and warm.
Provided your dishwasher has been in‐ Water in the dishwasher must stalled correctly, the Miele WaterProof not be used as drinking water. System will protect you from water damage throughout its lifetime. – The dishwasher may be connected to a cold or hot water supply, max.
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Plumbing – The inlet hose is approx. 1.5 m long. After connecting the dishwasher to A 1.5 m long flexible metal extension the water supply, check that all hose, pressure tested to 14000 kPa/ plumbing connections are watertight. 140 bar) is available as an optional accessory, if required.
Plumbing Drainage Venting the drainage system If the on-site drain connection is situ‐ – The appliance drainage system is fit‐ ated lower than the guide path for the ted with a non-return valve, which bottom basket rollers in the open door, prevents dirty water from flowing the drainage system must be vented.
Technical data Dishwasher model Standard Height 80.5 cm 84.5 cm (adjustable + 6.5 cm) (adjustable + 6.5 cm) Height of building-in recess Min. 80.5 cm (+ 6.5 Min. 84.5 cm (+ 6.5 Width 59.8 cm 59.8 cm Width of building-in recess 60 cm 60 cm Depth...
Settings menu Settings menu for changing Use the arrow buttons next to the display to select the option you standard settings want to change and confirm your se‐ lection with OK. To open the Settings menu Open the door. Sub-menu options which have already been selected will have a tick ...
Settings menu Time Language You can select either a 24 hour or 12 The display can be set to appear in one of several different languages. hour clock. The current time of day must be set be‐ You can change the language in the display via the sub-menu.
Settings menu Water hardness °d mmol/l °f Display Your dishwasher is fitted with a water softener which you need to programme to the water hardness level in your area. – The dishwasher must be program‐ med to the correct water hardness for your area.
Settings menu Rinse aid Consumption (EcoFeedback) You can adjust the rinse aid dosage for You can programme the dishwasher so best results. that the energy and water consumption The rinse aid dosage is set in stages of the currently selected programme from 0 to 6.
Settings menu EcoStart Setting the electricity tariff times Before you can use the option, EcoStart In order to run your dishwasher in the you must set at least one electricity tar‐ most economical way, you can use the iff time. option to take advantage of EcoStart your electricity supplier's time variable...
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Settings menu Changing the electricity tariff times Deleting the electricity tariff times You can change the start, finish or pri‐ You can delete the settings for a ority of a electricity tariff time. electricity tariff time and in doing so deactivate the option for this EcoStart...
Settings menu Sensor wash Knock2open You can adjust the Sensor wash pro‐ You can choose whether the door gramme so that it will remove stubborn should open with 1 or 2 knocks. soling in a lightly soiled load. Select the setting you want and con‐ ...
Settings menu Optimise standby Refill reminders The dishwasher is supplied with the If you only ever use combination prod‐ function set as standard. ucts containing salt and rinse aid in timise standby your dishwasher, you can switch the re‐ To save energy the dishwasher will minders for salt and rinse aid off if you switch off automatically a few minutes wish (see "Settings menu - Refill re‐...
Settings menu Check filters Pre-wash You can adjust the interval at which the You can use this function to remove reminder to check the filters appears. easily loosened food residues in the You can set an interval of between 30 programme selected.
Settings menu Volume Memory A sequence of audible tones will sound With the Memory function activated, at the end of the programme or if there the dishwasher will save the last pro‐ is a fault as long as the buzzer has gramme selected.
Settings menu Version info Factory default You can call up the electronic software You can reset all settings to the factory version of your dishwasher for technical default settings. support purposes. Select and confirm with OK. Reset Confirm the display with OK. To close the Settings menu Showroom programme You can exit the Settings menu using...