Smeg Pla6442x Instruction Manual

 
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 ENERSAVE
 This option can be selected with the wash programme of choice to 
further reduce energy consumption. Drying is aided by a special 
device that automatically releases the door, which opens slowly and 
smoothly by a few centimetres. This ensures perfect drying and greater 
control of rinsing temperatures, which can be kept at lower levels for 
significant energy saving. Once the door has opened, the end of the 
wash cycle is indicated by a short beep. 
 Enersave is...

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If the water hardness has been set on a value above H3, and the “Flexi 
Tbas” option is activated, the relative  light flashes, warning of a setting 
error. Multi-function products are not suitable for use with very hard 
water; this does not prevent the use of the option, but the washing 
results might not be of the best.  
 
 
SPREAD HALF LOAD 
Suitable when there are not many dishes to be washed, it saves energy 
and reduces the program duration.  Place dishes in both...

 
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4. Operating instructions  
 
 
Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as 
follows: 
 •  Adjust the water softening system; 
•  Add the regenerating salt; 
•  Add the rinse aid and detergent. 
 
 
4.1  Using the water softening system  
 
 
 
 The amount of scale contained in the 
water (water hardness index) can cause 
whitish staining on the dry dishes, which 
tend to become dull over time. The 
dishwasher is equipped with an...

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• Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, 
over time, may damage the water softening system.  
• When necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before 
starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline 
solution will be immediately removed by the water; the prolonged 
presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion.   
 
 Be careful not to confuse the salt and detergent packages; adding 
detergent to the salt...

 
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WATER HARDNESS TABLE  WATER HARDNESS SETTING German degrees (°dH)French Degrees (°dF) 
0 - 4 0 - 7 H 1NO SALT 
5 - 15 8 - 25 H 1 
16 - 23 26 - 40 H 2 
24 - 31 41 - 60 H 3 
32 - 47 61 - 80 H 4 
48 - 58 81 - 100 H 5 
   Contact your local water board for information on the hardness of your 
water supply. 
 
  After adjustment or display of the current setting, simply do not touch the 
button for a few seconds; the dishwasher will automatically return to 
standard mode,...

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 ADDING THE RINSE AID
 The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and 
prevents the formation of scale deposits and 
staining; it is automatically added to the water 
during the final rinse cycle, from the container 
situated on the inner side of the door. 
  
To add rinse aid: 
•  Open the door. 
•  Rotate the container cap anticlockwise by ¼ of a turn and remove it. 
•  Add the rinse aid until the container is full (approximately 140 cc). 
The optical level indicator on the...

 
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 ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press 
the button P. Add the detergent and close the cap 
carefully. 
During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be 
opened automatically. 
 
   
  
  
 • When a program with hot prewash is selected (see program table), 
extra detergent must be placed in the cavity G/H (depending on 
models). 
• Use only detergents specially formulated for dishwashers. For optimal 
washing results it is important to use a...

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 The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in 
liquid form, will damage the dishwasher.  
  
 
 
 
 4.3  General warnings and recommendations 
 
 
 
 
Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the 
following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and 
their loading. 
There are generally no constraints on the washing of domestic dishes, 
but in certain cases it is necessary to take their...

 
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 WARNING! 
 
• Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot 
tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the 
washing cycle. 
• Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall 
and obstruct the spray arms or the wash pump. 
• Containers such as cups, bowls, glasses and pots should always 
be loaded with the opening facing downwards and with any cavities 
at an angle, to allow the water to drain...

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4.4  Using the baskets  The dishwasher has a capacity of 13 place-settings, including serving 
dishes. 
 
 LOWER BASKET The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and 
should therefore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degree 
of soiling.  All types and combinations of loads are 
permitted, provided that the dishes, pots and 
pans are arranged with all the soiled surfaces 
exposed to the water jets coming from the 
bottom. 
  With fixed...