Kenwood Kdw243aa Manual
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before use GB-11 internal view accessories 9 11 10 12 13 14 9. spray arms (1 - under upper basket and 1 - under lower basket) 10. salt reservoir 11. detergent dispenser (dual compartment) 12. rinse aid dispenser 13. filtering system 14. cutlery basket 15. pressure switch 15 detergent measuring spoon x 11 full spoon = 20g (approx.)part number 673002200079 measuring cup X 160ml (approx.) U-shape hose holder X 1part number 673006200003 salt funnel X 1part number 673002200043 condensationstrip X 1part number 675001300715 part number 673006200004 dishwasher gliding blade X 2part number 673003000001 normal supply hose X 1 part number 673000900060 KD W243A Dishw asher DSG Retail Limited is responsible for after sales service. If you have a query about the product please contact our product support line 0844 561 6263 (Currys) and 08700 118 1 17 (Pixmania). instruction manual X 1part number 675000608334 Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 111/4/10 3:17 PM
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control panel overview
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1
power on light- illuminates when on/off button ispressed.
2
on/off button- to turn the dishwasher on and off.- the LED light illuminates when thedishwasher is on.
6
delay start button- to preset the wash timer anddelay the starting time by up to 24 hours.- each press of this button increases the delay start time by 1 hour intervals.
7
programme button- to select your required washingprogramme.- the programme lights will illuminate to indicate the selected washing programme.
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salt and rinse aid warning light
salt refill warning light- illuminates when the salt reservoirneeds refilling.
rinse aid refill warning light- illuminates when the rinse aiddispenser needs refilling.
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4
half washing button- to select the half wash option.- only the upper spray arms will be infunction. - load the soiled dishes in the upperbasket.
5
display window- displays the start time and thewashing temperature.
8
half washing light
- illuminates when the half wash option is selected.- only the upper spray arms will be infunction.- load the soiled dishes in the upperbasket.
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2
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before use GB-13 ProgrammeCycle Cycle Selection InformationProcess DetergentAmount (Pre-wash/ Main wash) Running Time(min.) Energy Consumption(Kwh) Water Consumption(I) Rinse Aid normalPots, plates, glasses and lightly soiled pans.Normally soiled. • pre-wash• pre-wash• wash (50°C)• rinse (70°C)• drying • pre-wash (5g)• main wash (25g)1501.0516 intensivePots, pans, cas-serole dishes. Dishes that have been sit-ting with dried food on them for a while. • pre-rinse• pre-rinse (50°C)• wash (50°C)• rinse (70°C)• drying • pre-wash (5g)• main wash (25g)1551.4018 economyPlates, glasses, bowls.Lightly soiled. • pre-wash• wash (45°C)• rinse (60°C)• drying • main wash (25g)950.8414 rinseFor dishes that need to be rinsed and dried only. • wash (45°C)• rinse (70°C)• drying • n/a850.9510 lightGlasses, crystal and fine china.Lightly soiled. • pre-wash• wash (40°C)• rinse• rinse (70°C) • main wash (20g)1051.0014 rapidA shorter wash for lightly soiled loads that do not need drying. • wash (40°C)• rinse• rinse (45°C) • main wash (20g)300.459 soakTo rinse dishes that you plan to wash later that day. • pre-wash• n/a80.014 wash cycle table 78 Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 131/4/10 3:17 PM
GB-14 before operating to open the door • Pull the door handle. • If the door is opened during operation all functions are automatically interrupted. to close the door • After loading the dishes, push the baskets fully into the dishwasher. • Lift the door upwards and push until it clicks into position. • Do not slam the dishwasher door. items not suitable for use in the dishwasher When purchasing new crockery and cutlery, please make sure they are dishwasher-proof. Some items are not suitable for dishwashers. • Wooden cutlery and crockery or items with wooden parts may discolour and fade. The glue used in these items is not dishwasher- proof and wooden handles may be come loose after being washed in a dishwasher. • Craft items, antiques, valuable vases and decorative glassware are also not suitable for dishwashers. • Plastic items (eg Tupperware) which are not heat resistant may melt or loose shape due to high temperature in the dishwasher. • Copper, brass, tin and aluminium items may discolour or become matt. the following items are not suitable for dishwasher small plastic items (milk bottle nipple)plastic items that are not dishwasher safe crystal glasses silverware valuable vases copper pots and pans cast iron pans cracked / chipped china scratched non-stick cookware Towels and sponges Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 141/4/10 3:17 PM
operating instructions GB-15 • Clouding may occur on glasses and delicate glassware after frequent washing. Do not wash delicate glassware, or glassware containing lead crystal in a dishwasher. Wash delicate glassware by hand instead. • Silver and aluminium parts have a tendency to discolour during washing. Residues like egg white, egg yolk and mustard often cause discolouring and staining on silver. Therefore, please clean the residues from silver immediately after use. adding the detergent or detergent tablet Only use detergents specifically designed for use in dishwashers. To be more environmentally friendly, please use no more than the correct amount of detergent. Please follow the steps below to fill the detergent dispenser. 1. Push the button on the lid of the detergent dispenser in the direction of the arrow until the flap springs open. (Fig 1) 2. Fill the detergent dispenser with detergent powder or insert the detergent tablet. The marking indicates the filling level. (Fig 2) TIP: You can choose to add a detergent tablet alone or to add detergent powder to both the main wash detergent chamber and the pre-wash detergent chamber for your selected wash cycle. 1. All programmes with pre-wash need an additional detergent dosage (please refer to the wash cycle table) that must be placed in the pre-wash detergent chamber. This detergent will take effect during the pre-wash phase. (Fig 2) 2. Close the lid firmly so that it clicks into place. Bleach and Countertop detergent 1 2 pre-wash detergent chamber main wash detergent chamber WARNING!Keep out of the reach of children- Irritating to eyes.- Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.- If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately. push up from the right side Irritant or Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 151/4/10 3:17 PM
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Rinse aid helps to ensure water does
not cling and leave marks on crockery
during the drying phase and helps
crockery dry faster after it has been
washed. Only pour rinse aid that is for
domestic dishwashers into the res-
ervoir. This model is designed to use
liquid rinse aids only.
Please follow the steps below to pour
the rinse aid into the storage
reservoir, and the amount will
dispense automatically.
1. Turn the cap and open as indicated
in Fig 1.
2. When the cap open marking is
aligned (Fig 2a), you may lift the
cap up (Fig 2b).
3. Pour the rinse aid until the level
indicator turns completely black in
colour and close the cap. (Fig 3)
4. Be careful not to overfill the
reservoir. Wipe up any spills. The
approximate volume of the rinse
aid reservoir is 110ml.
adding of rinse aid
1
open
2a
rinse aid indicator
2b
3
NOTE: If the water hardness in your area is soft, you may not need
rinse aid as it may cause white film to develop on your
dishes.
Rinse aid warning light will illuminate when
the reservoir is running out of rinse
aid and requires refilling.
Alternatively, you can judge the amount of rinse aid by checking the
rinse aid indicator right next to the reservoir’s cap. When the
indicator is black, it means it is full. When it is clear, it means it is
almost empty.
rinse aid warning light
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operating instructions GB-17 adjusting rinse aid reservoir The rinse aid reservoir has six settings. Both the recommended setting and the factory setting is “4.” (Fig 2b on page 16) If the dishes are not drying properly or are spotted, adjust the dial to the next higher number until your dishes are spot-free. adding of salt If the water in your area is hard, deposits will form on your dishes and utensils. As such, this appliance contains a salt reservoir for you to reduce the hardness of the water. Please follow the steps below to pour the salt into the salt reservoir and it must be set to correspond to the water hardness level in your area. 1. Remove the lower basket and unscrew the reservoir cap. (Fig 1) 2. Fill the reservoir with approximately 500ml of water (first use only). 3. Place the funnel provided over the salt reservoir. (Fig 2) 4. Pour in approximately 1.2kg of dishwasher salt depending on the brand used. 5. Clean any excess salt from around the reservoir opening and then screw the cap on again firmly. 6. Run the “rapid” wash programme immediately (without any crockery in the dishwasher) to remove any traces of salt from the compartment. OPEN open open open 1 2 Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 171/4/10 3:17 PM
GB-18 The salt warning light will illuminate when the reservoir is running out of salt and requires re-filling. The salt warning light will cease to illuminate within a few days depending on how quickly the salt dissolves. salt warning light adjusting salt consumption To optimise and customise the level of salt consumption, please follow the steps below to adjust the salt consumption. 1. Remove the lower basket and unscrew the reservoir cap. 2. There is an arrow-shaped indicator in the reservoir, which allows you to turn. You may turn it to the “-” or “+” settings based on the water hardness in your area. (Fig 1) 1 turn It is recommended that adjustments should be made in accordance with the following chart. WATER HARDNESSSelector PositionSalt Consumption (gram/cycle)Auto nomy (cycle/1.2 kgs)˚dh˚fh˚Clarkmmol/l 0-80-140-100-1.4/0/ 8-2214-3910-281.4-3.9-2060 22-4539-8028-563.9-8Mid4030 >45>80>56>8+6020 NOTE: 1 ˚dh (German degree) = 1.25mmol/l 1 ˚fh (French degree) = 0.178mmol/l 1 ˚Clark (British degree) = 1.78mmol/l Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 181/4/10 3:17 PM
operating instructions
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loading the dishwasher
before loading the
dishwasher
In general, please observe the
following notes before
loading your cutlery and
crockery in the basket.
• Remove lipstick stains and any
food residues from crockery and
dishes. Rinse if necessary. (Fig 1)
• Dishes and cutlery must not lay
inside one another, or cover each
other.
• Load your cutlery and crockery so
that water can access all surfaces.
(Fig 2)
• Ensure all items are securely
positioned.
• Hollow items such as cups, glass-
es, pans, etc. must be placed
upside down in the basket.
• Wide based items should be placed
at an angle so that water can run
off them freely.
• The spray arms must not be
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2
blocked by items which are too tall or hang through the baskets. If in
doubt, test for free movement by manually rotating the spray arms.
• Ensure that small items cannot fall through the holders in the baskets.
CAUTION: Do not wash items soiled with ash, sand, wax, lubricating
grease or paint in the dishwasher. Ash does not dissolve
and can distribute in the dishwasher. Wax, sand,
lubricating grease and paint can cause damage to the
dishwasher.
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GB-20 For safety reasons, do not operate the dishwasher without the upper and lower baskets in place. upper basket Please use the upper basket for small and lightweight items such as cups, saucers, glasses, dessert bowls, etc. Shallow pans or casserole dishes can also be placed in the upper basket. (Fig 1) Long items such as soup ladles, mixing spoons and long knives (Fig 2) should be placed lying down across the front of the upper basket. adjusting the upper basket More space can be created for large items on the upper or lower baskets by adjusting the height of the upper basket. Ensure that the rail stop is placed back properly after the height adjustment. (Fig 3) 1 2 3 lift remove the stop slide the basket out from the rail Kenwood KDW243A_IB_GB_Final_100104.indd 201/4/10 3:17 PM