Summary of MDW 542
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Dishwasher mdw 542 user manual 152952 66/0en 16-03-2006 16:10 pagina 1.
Page 2: Content
2 content safety information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3 control panel and functions - - - - - - - - - - -4 audible signals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6 programme table - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -7 before the first use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8 setting the wat...
Page 3: Safety Information
3 safety information correct use ● this dishwasher is only intended for washing household utensils suitable for machine washing. ● do not put any solvents in the dishwasher. This could cause an explosion. ● knives and other items with sharp points must be loaded in the cutlery basket with their poin...
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Control panel and functions 4 programme/cancel button on-off button end light in this fully integrated appliance the controls are located on the top of the door. When selecting a washing programme, the door needs to be slightly open. ● never use the dishwasher if the electrical supply cable and wate...
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5 programme/cancel button ● starting the washing programme: 1. Press the on-off button. 2. Press the programme/cancel once, the light of the last performed washing programme illuminates and the end light flashes. 3. Press the programme/cancel as many times as necessary to illuminate the light corres...
Page 6: Audible Signals
Audible signals audible signals have been introduced to help indicate which operations the dishwasher is performing. - end of the washing programme, - malfunction of the appliance. Factory setting: audible signals activated. Deactivation/activation of the audible signals 2. Press and hold programme/...
Page 7: Programme Table
7 programme table programme use cycle description 65° normal soil. Prewash - main wash normal crockery, cutlery, pots and pans 2 intermediate rinses - final rinse dry any. Prewash rinse and hold partial load (to be completed later in the day). This programme does not require the use of detergent. 65...
Page 8: Before The First Use
8 before the first use when using separately special (dishwasher) salt, rinse aid and detergent: - set the water softener - add special (dishwasher) salt - fill up with rinse aid when using tablets that integrate rinse aid and detergent: there is no need to fill up with rinse aid - set the water sof...
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9 water hardness number of flashes of the adjustment of the water “end” light hardness setting clarke 1) in °th 2) in mmol/l 3) manually electronically 64 - 88 91 - 125 9,0 - 12,5 10 2 level 10 53 - 563 76 - 90 7,6 - 8,9 9 2 level 9 46 - 52 65 - 75 6,5 - 7,5 8 2 level 8 36 - 45 51 - 64 5,1 - 6,4 7 2...
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10 setting the water softener electronically (see table) the water softener is factory set at position 5. The dishwasher must be switched off. Switch on the dishwasher by pressing the on-off button. The end light might flash 5 times, for example. The flashing is repeated every 5 seconds. To change t...
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11 filling with dishwasher salt unscrew the cap. Only before filling with salt for the first time, fill the salt container with water using the funnel provided, pour in the salt until the container is full. Caution! Use only special salt suitable for dishwashers remove any trace of salt. Replace the...
Page 12: Filling With Rinse Aid
12 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. Top up the rinse aid when the indicator (b) becomes clear. Caution! Never fill the rinse aid dispens...
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13 ● 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...
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14 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! Load the lower basket. Arrange serving dishes...
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15 adjusting the height of the upper basket important! When the basket is in the higher position you will not be able to use the cup rack. If washing very large plates you can load them in the lower basket after moving the upper basket to the higher position. Refit the basket in the higher position ...
Page 16: Unloading The Dishwasher
16 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 dishe...
Page 17: Cleaning And Care
17 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, remov...
Page 18: External Cleaning
18 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 rin...
Page 19: Something Not Working
19 fault code / malfunction possible cause solution something not working the dishwasher does not fill with water. - continuous flashing of the start/cancel indicator light - 1 intermittent audible signal - 1 flash of the " end of programme " indicator light the dishwasher will not drain. - continuo...
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20 the wash results are not satisfactory the dishes are not clean ● the wrong washing programme has been selected. ● the dishes were arranged in such a way as to stop water reaching all parts of the surface. The baskets must not be overloaded. ● the spray arm do not rotate freely due to incorrect ar...
Page 21: Technical Data
21 technical data consumption values dimensions width 59.6 cm height 81.8 - 87.8 cm depth. 55 cm water supply pressure minimum 0,05 mpa (0,5 bar) maximum 0,8 mpa (8 bar) electrical connection information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on voltage - overall power - fuse the ...
Page 22: Hints For Test Institutes
22 testing in accordance with en 60704 must be carried out with appliance fully loaded and using the test programme (see "consumption values"). Test in accordance with en 50242 must be carried out when the salt container and rinse aid dispenser have been filled with salt and rinse aid respectively a...
Page 23: Installation
23 installation warning! Any electrical and/or plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician and/or plumber or competent person. Warning! The dishwasher must not be connected to open water appliances or instantaneous water heaters. This dishwasher ...
Page 24: Electrical Connection
24 warning! Multi-way plugs, connectors and extension cables must not be used. This could constitute a fire hazard through overheating. If necessary, have the domestic wiring system socket replaced. In case that the electrical cable has to be replaced, contact your local service force centre. The pl...
Page 25: Fitting Under A Counter
25 warning! The dishwasher must be secured against tilting. Therefore make sure that the counter it is fixed under, is suitably secured to a fixed structure (adjacent kitchen units cabinets, wall). Fitting under a counter this dishwasher is designed to be fitted under a kitchen counter or work surfa...
Page 26: 08705 929929
26 in the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts please contact your local service force centre by telephoning: 08705 929929 your telephone call will be automatically routed to the service force centre covering your post code area. For the address of your l...
Page 27: Guarantee Conditions
27 guarantee conditions standard guarantee conditions we, moffat, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of purchase this moffat appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same free o...
Page 28: European Guarantee
28 this appliance is guaranteed by electrolux, in each of the countries listed below, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of these countries the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the following qua...
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29 luxembourg +35 2 42 43 13 01 rue de bitbourg, 7, l-1273 hamm nederland +31 17 24 68 300 vennootsweg 1, 2404 cg - alphen aan den rijn Österreich +43 18 66 400 herziggasse 9, 1230 wien schweiz/suisse/svizzera +41 62 88 99 111 industriestrasse 10, ch-5506 mägenwil portugal +35 12 14 40 39 39 quinta ...
Page 30: Notes
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