Electrolux Esl 68040 User Manual

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The cutlery basket is in two parts
which can be separated to give
greater loading flexibility. To separate
the two parts, slide them horizontally
in opposite directions and pull them
apart (fig. 4). 
To reassemble, reverse the
procedure.
fig. 4
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The central rows of prongs can be
easily lowered to improve loading
flexibility.
The upper basket 
The upper basket is designed for
saucers, salad bowls, cups, glasses,
pots and lids. 
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.
The cup racks can be adjusted in
three different positions to improve
loading flexibility.
Before closing the door, ensure that
the spray arms can...

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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. 
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...

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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...

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3 in 1 function
This appliance is equipped with the 3
in 1 function, that allows the use of
the 3 in 1 combi detergent tablets.
These products are detergents with a
combined cleaning, rinsing and salt
functions. They can also contain other
different agents depending on which
kind of tablets you choose (3 in 1, 4
in 1, 5 in 1 etc...)
Check whether these detergents are
suitable for your water hardness. See
the manufacturers instructions.
Once this function is selected it will...

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Set and start a washing programme
1. Check that the baskets have been
loaded correctly and that the spray
arms are free to rotate
2. Check that the water tap is opened
3. Press the «On/Off»button.
4. Select the washing programme.
5. If required, postpone the start/end
time of the washing programme.
6. Set, if required, available options. 
7. Press the «OK»button and close
the door, the washing programme
will start automatically.
If the delay start has been set, the
countdown will...

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End of the washing programme
The dishwasher will automatically
stop and an audible signal informs
you of the end of the washing
programme.
The dishwasher’s drying system is
provided with a device that allows air
to circulate inside the dishwasher to
prevent residual steam recondensing
on the dishes as water droplets.
Once the washing programme has
ended this device operates
intermittently for other 20 minutes,
as long as the dishwasher is
switched on.
If the On/Off button is...

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Washing programmes
Programme
70° IntensiveHeavy soil
Crockery,
cutlery, pots
and pans
Prewash
Main wash up to 70°C
2 intermediate rinses
Final rinse
Drying
Plate
Warmer
This is a programme both
designed to heat plates
before serving or remove dust
from dishes which have not
been used for a long time.1 hot rinse
This programme does not
require the use of detergent.
Automatic
(1)Normal soilCrockery,
cutlery, pots
and pansPrewash
Main wash up to 50°C or 65°C
1 or 2...

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Washing programmes information
(1) During the Automatic washing 
programme the amount of soil on 
the dishes is determined by how 
cloudy the water is.
The programme duration, water 
and energy consumption levels 
can vary; this depends upon if 
the appliance is fully or partially 
loaded and if the dishes are 
lightly or heavily soiled.
The temperature of the water is 
automatically adjusted between 
50°C and 65°C.
(2) Ideal for washing a partially 
loaded dishwasher....

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Cleaning the filters
The filters must be checked and
cleaned from time to time. Dirty filters
will degrade the washing result.
1. Open the door, remove the lower
basket.
2. The dishwasher filter system
comprises a coarse filter (A), a
microfilter (B) and a flat filter.
Unlock the filter system using the
handle on the microfilter.
3. Turn the handle about 
1/4a turn
anticlockwise and remove the filter
system.
Before cleaning the filters ensure
that the machine is switched...