Electrolux Esf 43010 User Manual

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Before using your dishwasher for the
first time:
Ensure that the electrical and
water connections comply with the
installation instructions
Remove all packaging from inside
the appliance
Set the water softener
Pour 1 litre of water inside the salt
container and then fill with
dishwasher salt
Fill the rinse aid dispenser
When using combi detergents
tablets («3 in 1», «4 in 1», «5 in 1»,
etc...) follow the instructions given
in Use of detergent.
First use
Set the water softener
The dishwasher is equipped with a
water softener designed to remove
minerals and salts from the water
supply, which would have a
detrimental or adverse effect on the
operation of the appliance.
The higher the content of these
minerals and salts, the harder your
water is.
Water hardness is measured in
equivalent scales, German degrees
(°dH), French degrees (°TH) and
mmol/l (millimol per litre - international
unit for the hardness of water).
The softener should be adjusted
according to the hardness of the
water in your area. Your local Water
Authority can advise you on the
hardness of the water in your area.
*no salt is necessary
Water hardness
°dH °TH mmol/l manually electronicallyAdjusting the water
hardness settingUse of
salt
51 - 70 91 - 125 9,0 - 12,5 2 level 10 yes
43 - 50 76 - 90 7,6 - 8,9 2 level 9 yes
37 - 42 65 - 75 6,5 - 7,5 2 level 8 yes
29 - 36 51 - 64 5,1 - 6,4 2 level 7 yes
23 - 28 40 - 50 4,0 - 5,0 2 level 6 yes
19 - 22 33 - 39 3,3 - 3,9 2 level 5 yes
15 - 18 26 - 32 2,6 - 3,2 1 level 4 yes
11 - 14 19 - 25 1,9 - 2,5 1 level 3 yes
4 - 10 7 - 18 0,7 - 1,8 1 level 2 yes
< 4 < 7 < 0,7 1 level 1 no 
*
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The water softener must be set in
both ways: manually, using the water
hardness dial and electronically, using
the programme knob and the
start/cancelbutton.
Setting manually
The dishwasher is factory set at
position 2.
1. Open the dishwasher door.
2. Remove the lower basket from the
dishwasher.
3. Turn the water hardness dial to
position 1 or 2 (see table).
4. Replace the lower basket.
Setting electronically
The dishwasher is factory set at
level 5. 
1. The dishwasher must be switched
off. 
Keep the start/cancelbutton
pressed and turn the programme
knob clockwise until the
programme marker corresponds
with the first washing programme.2. Release the start/cancelbutton,
the On/Off and start/cancel
indicator lights start to flash
indicating that you have activated
the water softener setting function.
3. At the same time, the end of
programme indicator light starts to
flash.
The current level is indicated by
the number of flashes of the
indicator light end of programme
and a pause of about 3 seconds.
Examples:
5 flashes, pause, 5 flashes, pause,
etc... = level 5
6 flashes, pause, 6 flashes, pause,
etc... = level 6
4. To change the level, press the
start/cancelbutton. Each time the
button is pressed the level
changes.
Examples:
if the current level is 5, by pressing
start/cancelbutton once, level 6 is
selected.
if the current level is 10, by
pressing start/cancelbutton once,
level 1 is selected.
5. To memorise the operation, switch
off the dishwasher by returning the
programme knob to the Off
position.
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Filling with dishwasher salt
Only use salt specifically designed for
use in dishwashers.
All other types of salt not specifically
designed for use in a dishwasher,
especially table salt, will damage the
water softener.
Only fill with salt just before starting
one of the complete washing
programmes. 
This will prevent any grains of salt or
salty water, which may have been
spilt, remaining on the bottom of the
machine for any period of time, which
may cause corrosion.
To fill:
1. Open the door, remove the lower
basket and unscrew the cap of the
salt container by turning it
anticlockwise.
2. Pour 1 litre of water inside the
container (this is necessary only
before filling with salt for the
first time).
3. Using the funnel provided, pour in
the salt until the container is full.
4. Replace the cap making sure that
there is no trace of salt on the
screw thread or on the gasket.
5. Replace the cap tightly turning it
clockwise until it stops with a click.
Do not worry if water overflows from
the unit when filling with salt, this is
quite normal.
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Filling with rinse aid
Rinse aid ensures thorough rinsing,
and spot and streak free drying. 
Rinse aid is automatically added
during the last rinse.
1. Open the container by pressing
the release button (A). 
2. Add the rinse aid in the container.
The maximum level for filling is
indicated by max. 
The dispenser holds about 110 ml of
rinse aid, which is sufficient for
between 16 and 40 dishwashing
cycles, depending upon the dosage
setting. According to the finish and drying
results obtained, adjust the dose of
rinse aid by means of the 6 position
selector (position 1 minimum dosage,
position 6 maximum dosage). 
The dose is factory set in position 4.
Increase the dose if there are drops of
water or lime spots on the dishes after
washing.
Reduce it if there are sticky whitish
streaks on the dishes or a bluish film
on glassware or knife blades.
3. Ensure that the lid is closed after
every refill.
Clean up any rinse aid spilt during
filling with an absorbent cloth to
avoid excess foaming during the
next wash. 
Only use branded rinse aid for
dishwashers. 
Never fill the rinse aid dispenser
with any other substances (e.g.
dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid
detergent). This would damage the
appliance.
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Check if it’s necessary to refill with
dishwasher salt or rinse aid
Load cutlery and dishes into the
dishwasher.
Fill with dishwasher detergent .
Select a wash programme suitable
for the cutlery and dishes.
Start the wash programme.
Loading cutlery and dishes
Sponges, household cloths and any
object that can absorb water may not
be washed in the dishwasher.
Before loading the dishes, you
should:
- Remove all left over food and 
debris.
- Soften remnants of burnt food in 
pans
When loading the dishes and
cutlery, please note:
- Dishes and cutlery must not 
impede the rotation of the spray 
arms .
- 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.
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- 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.
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For washing in the dishwasher the following cutlery and dishes
are not suitable: - Cutlery with wooden, horn, china or mother-of-
pearls 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 synthetics fibres.
are of limited suitability:
- Only wash stoneware in the dishwasher if it is
specially marked as being dishwasher-safe by the
manufacturer.
- Glazed patterns may fade if machine washed
frequently.
- Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to
discolour during washing: Residues, e.g. egg
white, egg yolk and mustard often cause
discolouring and staining on silver. Therefore
always clean left-overs from silver immediately, if
it is not to be washed straight after use.
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Open the door and slide out the
baskets to load the dishes.
The lower basket
The lower basket is designed to take
saucepans, lids, plates, salad bowls,
cutlery etc.
Serving dishes and large lids should
be arranged around the edge of the
basket, ensuring that the spray arms
can turn freely.The cutlery basket
Long bladed knives stored in an
upright position are a potential
hazard.
Long and/or sharp items of cutlery
such as carving knives must be
positioned horizontally in the upper
basket.
Take care when loading or
unloading sharp items such as
knives.
Forks and spoons should be placed in
the removable cutlery basket with the
handles facing downwards and the
knives with their handles facing
upwards.
If the handles protrude from the
bottom of the basket, obstructing the
lower spray arm, load the cutlery with
the handles facing upwards.
Mix spoons with other cutlery to
prevent them from sticking together.
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							For best results we recommend you
to use the cutlery grid (if the size and
dimensions of the cutlery allow it).
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The upper basket 
The upper basket is designed for
plates (dessert plates, saucers, dinner
plates of up to 24 cm in diameter),
salad bowls, cups and glasses. 
Arrange items on and underneath the
cup racks so that water can reach all
surfaces.
Glasses with long stems can be
placed upside down in the cup racks.
For taller items, the cup racks can be
folded upwards.
Light items (plastic bowls etc.) must
be loaded in the upper basket and
arranged so they do not move. 
Before closing the door, ensure that
the spray arms can rotate freely. 
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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:
the upper
basket
20 cm 31 cmthe lower
basket
With upper basket raised
24 cm 27 cm With upper basket lowered
To move to the higher position
proceed as follows:
1. Move the front runner stops (A) of
the upper basket outwards and
slide the basket out. 
2. Refit the basket in the higher
position and replace the stops (A)
in their original position. 
When the basket is in the higher
position you will not be able to use
the cup racks.
After loading your machine always
close the door, as an open door can
be a hazard.
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Use of detergent 
Only use detergents specifically
designed for use in dishwashers.
Please observe the manufacturer’s
dosing and storage recommendations
as stated on the detergent packaging.
Using no more than the correct
amount of detergent contributes to
reducing pollution.
Fill with detergent 
1. Open the lid.
2. Fill the detergent dispenser (1)
with detergent. The marking
indicates the dosing levels:20 = approximately 20 g of
detergent
30 = approximately 30 g of
detergent
3. All programmes with prewash
need an additional detergent dose
(5/10 g) that must be placed in the
prewash detergent chamber (2).
This detergent will take effect
during the prewash phase.
When using detergent tablets;
place the tablet in compartment (1)
4. Close the lid and press until it
locks in place.
1
2
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