Smeg St338l Instruction Manual
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Supports for cups and long objects
(ladles, spoons, etc.), in the rear;
can be tipped to the vertical
position when not in use.
Glass holder. Support for long-
stem glasses. When lifted out of
the stowed position (0) it snaps into
three different positions (1-2-3).
2-position fold-down supports (1-2). In position 1 (vertical) they can be
used to take plates, while in position 2 (slanted) they provide support for
long-stem glasses which will be held in place by th e glass holder .
Adjustment: raise point P as shown until the support turns into position 2.
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To lie completely flat, lift the end and turn it to wards you so that the
retainer F rotates into place above point S.
LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert an d serving dishes,
positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their c overs must be loaded
upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert b owls, be sure to
leave a gap between them.
Loading examples:
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TOP CUTLERY BASKET The basket is designed to take cutlery, placed in the spaces provided,
and long utensils, positioned lengthwise.
The “drawer” extraction system makes the basket eas ier to load, but it
can also be taken completely off its runners by removing the retainers
(as shown here).
Take great care to replace the retainers to ensure that the basket does
not come off the runners accidentally.
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CUTLERY BASKET The basket has removable top grids into which items of cutlery should
be inserted to keep them properly spaced and allow water to pass
between them effectively. The top grids and central lid are in the bag of
accessories. The central lid functions as a lid only.
The top grids can be detached and used separately .
The cutlery should be arranged in an orderly manner inside the basket,
with the handles pointing downwards. Take care during loading to avoid
injury from the knife blades. The basket is suitable for all types of cutlery,
except those long enough to interfere with the uppe r spray arm. Ladles,
wooden spoons and cooking knives can be placed in t he upper basket,
making sure that the knife blades do not protrude from the basket.
The cutlery basket slides across the dishwasher and can be placed in
any position to allow optimal use of the space in the bottom ba sket.
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UPPER BASKET It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized
items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls
and light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is
used in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving dishes,
provided they are only slightly soiled.
LOADING THE UPPER BASKET Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must a lways be facing
downwards. The left side of the basket can be loade d with cups and
glasses on two levels. In the centre section, plate s and saucers can be
loaded vertically into the supports provided.
Loading examples:
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Examples of loading for intensive dirt:
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Depending on the models, the basket may be equipped with some or all
of the following accessories:
- Supports for cups or long objects (ladles, spoons… ), on the left;
can be tipped to the vertical position when not in use.
- Long-stemmed glass holder, on the left; to use, si mply lift and
fix onto the hooks provided.
- Cutlery racks, on the right, designed for knives a nd teaspoons;
for teaspoons, pull out the sliding support. The ra cks can be
tipped to the vertical position when not in use.
- Fixed or movable racks in the middle. The movable s upports
can be fixed vertical, resting on the bottom of the basket when
not in use, or set in the intermediate position, as required.
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ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET
The height of the top basket can be adjusted to all ow large dishes or
pans to be placed in the bottom basket.
The adjustment procedure may be type A or B, depending on the
dishwasher model purchased.
Version A: pull-out with adjustment in two positions.
· Pull out both the basket guides.
· Remove the stops, first releasing them as shown in the diagram.
· Pull out the basket.
· Fit the upper or lower pair of wheels into the gui de, depending on
the setting required
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· Return the stops to their original position .
The left hand and right hand sides of the basket must always be set at
the same height .
Version B: with adjustment in three positions on both sides.
The sides of the basket must always be set at the same height .
· Raise the basket by pulling on the top edge (1), to the first or second
catch depending on the height required.
· To lower the basket, first release it by pulling t he release lever (2).
Adjustment is also possible with the basket loaded, but in this case when
lowering the basket it should be held steady with o ne hand to avoid
knocking the dishes.
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5. Cleaning and maintenance
Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the
electrical supply or switch off the all-pole disconnection device.
5.1 General warnings and recommendations Avoid the use of acidic or abrasive detergents. Clean the outer surfaces and door-lining of the dis hwasher regularly
using a soft cloth moistened with water or with a n ormal detergent
suitable for painted surfaces. Clean the door gaske ts with a damp
sponge. Periodically (once or twice a year) it is a dvisable to clean the
tank and gaskets, using a soft cloth and water to r emove any deposits.
CLEANING THE WATER INTAKE FILTER
The water intake filter A located at the outlet of the water supply tap
needs to be cleaned periodically.
After having closed the water supply tap, unscrew t he end of the water
intake hose, remove the filter A and clean it delicately under running
water. Reassemble filter A in its seat and carefully screw the water
intake hose back into position.
CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS
The spray arms can be easily removed for periodic c leaning of the
nozzles, to prevent possible clogging. Wash them un der running water
and carefully replace them in their seats, checking that their rotary
movement is in no way impeded .
· To remove the upper spray arm, unscrew locking ring R.
· To remove the lower spray arm, simply lift it up, pulling by the
central part.
· To remove the orbital spray arm assembly, take hold of the longer
arm and pull the orbital unit upward. Wash the arms under a jet of
running water and return them carefully to their se at. After
reassembly, check that the spray arms turn freely. Otherwise,
check that they have been installed correctly.
ORBITAL
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necessary, to clean it. To remove the filter, grip the tabs, turn them
anticlockwise and lift upwards;
· push the centre filter D from the underside to remove it from the
micro-filter:
· separate the two parts which make up the plastic f ilter by pressing
the body of the filter in the zone shown by the arr ows;
· remove the centre filter by lifting it upwards.
GENERAL WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CORRECT
MAINTENANCE:
· The filters should be cleaned under running water using a stiff
brush.
· When removing the filter , take care that there are no food residues
on it. If any residues fall into the washing pit th ey might block
hydraulic components, or foul the spray arm nozzles.
· It is essential to thoroughly clean the filters according to the
above instructions: the dishwasher cannot function if the filters are
clogged.
· Carefully replace the filters in their seats, to avoid damaging the
wash pump.
PROLONGED DISUSE:
· Run the soak program twice in succession.
· Unplug the power cord from the socket.
· Leave the door slightly open , in order to prevent the formation of
unpleasant odours inside the washing tank.
· Fill the rinse aid dispenser .
· Shut off the water supply tap.