Smeg St4105 Instruction Manual

							 
 
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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 out. 
• Do not stack dishes or place them in such a way that they cover 
one other. 
• Do not place glasses too close together because they may knock 
against each other and break, or there might be staining at the 
point where they touch. 
 
MAKE SURE that the items being washed are dishwasher-safe. 
 
Items which are not dishwasher-safe: 
 
• Wooden dishes, pots or pans: these may be damaged by the 
high washing temperatures. 
• Handcrafted items: these are rarely suitable for washing in a 
dishwasher. The relatively high water temperatures and the 
detergents used may damage them. 
• Plastic dishes: heat resistant plastic dishes must be washed in the 
upper basket. 
• Dishes and objects in copper, tin, zinc or brass: these tend to 
stain. 
• Aluminium dishes: items made from anodised aluminium may 
lose their colour. 
• Silverware: silver items may stain. 
• Glass and crystal: in general, glass and crystal objects can be 
washed in the dishwasher. However, certain types of glass and 
crystal may become dull and lose their clearness after many 
washings. Therefore, for these items we recommend using the 
least aggressive program available. 
• Decorated items: the decorated objects available on the market 
are generally able to withstand washing in the dishwasher, 
although the colours may fade after a great many washes. If in 
doubt as to the fastness of the colours, it is advisable to wash just a 
few items at a time for approximately one month. 
 
 
						

							 
 
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4.4 Using the baskets  The dishwasher has a capacity of 10 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 supports  The bottom basket is fitted with supports 
which can be lowered to make better use of 
the space available. 
  With tilting supports 
   LOADING THE LOWER BASKET  Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, 
positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded 
upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to 
leave a gap between them. 
 Loading examples:  
      
 
 
						

							 
 
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  CUTLERY BASKET 
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 upper spray arm. Ladles, 
wooden spoons and cooking knives can be placed in the upper basket, 
making sure that the knife blades do not protrude from the basket. 
The cutlery basket features an exclusive system of independent 
sliding tip-up supports, offering a choice of possible combinations to 
allow optimum use of the space available.  
 
  Vertical  inserts 
 Movement required  to extract the inserts  
 
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. 
The basket is equipped with two tip-up cutlery supports which can be 
raised or lowered as required. See illustrations below.   
  
Horizontal
insert  
closed Horizontal 
insert 
open 
 
						

							 
 
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LOADING THE UPPER BASKET 
 Load plates facing forward; cups, bowls etc. must always be facing 
downwards. The left-hand side of the basket can be loaded with two 
layers of cups and glasses. On the right plates and saucers can be 
slotted verticalli into the forks.
  
Loading examples: 
 
          
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET 
 The upper basket can be adjusted in two positions, according to the 
user’s needs and according to the height of the dishes in the lower 
basket.  
 
Proceed as follows: 
 •  turn the retainer E on both runners, right and left, through 90°; 
•  remove the basket; 
•  lift the basket and fit the smaller pairs of wheels in the runners; 
•  return the retainers E to their original position. 
 
 
 
						

							 
 
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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 dishwasher regularly 
using a soft cloth moistened with water or with a normal detergent 
suitable for painted surfaces. 
Clean the door gaskets with a damp sponge. 
Periodically (once or twice a year) it is advisable to clean the tank and 
gaskets, using a soft cloth and water to remove 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 the 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 cleaning of the nozzles, to 
prevent possible clogging. Wash them 
under 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.  
 
 
 
						

							 
 
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 CLEANING THE SPRAY ARM, TRAVELLING VERSION  To remove the TRAVELLING spray arm, take hold of it and raise it to 
release both the spray arm and the pipe from the tank, then detach the 
spray arm from the pipe. Wash both the pipe and the spray arm in 
running water, re-attach the spray arm to the pipe and return the 
assembly to the seat provided in the tank. 
Once the assembly has been put back in place, check that the 
spray arm turns freely (turn through a couple of revolutions by 
hand) and that the pipe is able to travel without impediments. 
Otherwise, check that it has been fitted correctly. 
 
          
 
 
 
 CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT  •  The central filter H should be inspected regularly and cleaned if 
necessary. To remove it, take hold of the handle, turn anti-clockwise 
and lift. 
•  Press the central filter H from below to extract it from the micro-filter. 
•  Separate the two parts of the plastic filter by pressing the body of 
the filter in the zone shown by the arrows. 
•  Remove the central filter by lifting it. 
 
 
 
						

							 
 
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 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 they 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. 
 
BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED 
DISUSE:  • Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water 
pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a 
few minutes. 
• Plug the power cord back into the socket. 
• Reconnect the water intake hose and open the tap again. 
 
TROUBLESHOOTING MINOR PROBLEMS 
In some cases it is possible to remedy minor problems by referring to the 
following instructions: 
 
If the program fails to start, check that: 
• the dishwasher is connected to the electrical power supply; 
• there is no power failure; 
• the water tap is open; 
• the dishwasher door is properly closed. 
 
If water remains inside the dishwasher, check that: 
• the drain hose is not kinked; 
• the drain siphon is not obstructed; 
• the dishwasher filters are not clogged.   
 
						

							 
 
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 If the dishes are not being cleaned properly, check that:  
• the correct amount of detergent has been added; 
• there is regenerating salt inside the special container; 
• the dishes are being loaded correctly; 
• the selected program is suitable for the dish types and their degree 
of soiling; 
• all the filters are clean and positioned correctly; 
• the spray arm nozzles are not obstructed; 
• there is no object obstructing the rotation of the spray arms. 
 
If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check that:  
• there is rinse aid inside the special container; 
• the rinse aid dispenser setting is correct; 
• the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its 
effectiveness (for example, through incorrect storage, with the box 
left open). 
 
If the dishes show signs of streaking, staining, etc., check that:  
• the rinse aid dispenser setting is not too high. 
 
If there are visible traces of rust inside the tank:  
• the tank is made of steel, and therefore any rust marks are due to 
external elements (fragments of rust from the water pipes, pots, 
cutlery, etc.). Special products are commercially available to remove 
such marks; 
• check that the amount of detergent being used is correct. Certain 
detergents can be more corrosive than others; 
• check that the cap of the salt container is securely closed, and that 
the water softening setting is correct.    
  
 If after following the above troubleshooting instructions the problem 
persists, call the nearest After-Sales Centre. 
 
WARNING: any operations performed on the appliance by 
unauthorised persons are not covered by the warranty and shall be 
paid for by the user.   
 
						

							 
 
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6. Troubleshooting  
 
 The dishwasher is capable of signalling a number of faults through the 
simultaneous illumination of several indicator lights, with the following 
meanings: 
 
FAULT DESCRIPTION 
E1 
Acquastop failure 
The anti-flooding system has been activated (for the 
relevant models only). The system is tripped in case 
of water leaks. Contact the after-sales service. 
E2 
Safety level 
The system which limits the water level inside the 
dishwasher has been tripped. Interrupt the program 
and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the dishwasher 
back on, program it again and start the washing 
cycle. If the problem persists, contact the after-sales 
service. 
E3 
Water heating malfunction 
The water is not heated or the heating parameters 
are not correct. Repeat the washing program; if the 
problem persists, contact the after-sales service. 
E4 
Water temperature monitoring malfunction 
Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. 
Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and 
start the washing cycle. If the problem persists, 
contact the after-sales service. 
E5 
Water intake malfunction 
The appliance does not take in water or does not do 
so correctly. Check that the water connections are 
correct, the water intake tap is turned on and the filter 
is not fouled. If the problem persists, contact the 
after-sales service. 
E6 
Water pump-out malfunction 
The appliance does not pump out the water or does 
not do so correctly. Check that the drain hose is not 
kinked or crushed and that the siphon and filter are 
not fouled. If the problem persists, contact the after-
sales service. 
 
 
						

							 
 
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FAULT DESCRIPTION 
E7 
Turbine flow-regulator malfunction  
(for the relevant models only) 
The appliance is not able to measure the amount 
of water loaded accurately. Interrupt the program 
and switch off the dishwasher. Switch the 
dishwasher back on, program it again and start 
the washing cycle. If the problem persists, contact 
the after-sales service. 
E8 
Alternate washing system malfunction 
Interrupt the program and switch off the dishwasher. 
Switch the dishwasher back on, program it again and 
start the washing cycle. If the problem persists, 
contact the after-sales service. 
E9 Water intake system malfunction 
Contact the after-sales service. 
 
 
 
  Light off  
  Light on 
  Light flashing 
 
 
If an alarm occurs the appliance interrupts the program in progress and 
signals a fault. 
 • Alarms E1, E2, E3, E4, E8 and E9 interrupt the current program 
immediately. 
• The E5, E6 alarms interrupts the running program once the cause is 
resolved, it will bring bach the execution of the program. 
• The alarm E7 is visualized at the end of the cycle that comes, however, 
brought to the end since the operation of the dishwasher is not harmed. 
 To “reset” an alarm is necessary:  • Open and close the door, or turn off and on the machine. At this point is 
possible to program the dishwasher again. 
 
 
 
   If the malfunction persists, contact your authorised Service Centre.