Whirlpool Adg 8940 Ix Quick Reference Guide

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Chart
START
DELAY
optionMULTI
ZONE
option POWER
CLEAN
optionON/OFF
BUTTON PROGRAMME
SELECTION
BUTTON
(see “Table of 
programmes” 
below).START BUTTON
The indicator lights up during operation, flashes when a fault occurs, 
and goes off at the end of the programme.
START BUTTON RESET FUNCTION:
Press this button for at least 2 seconds; the selected programme and options will be 
cancelled. Main failure displays (repeated flashing of the START indicator lamp) can be 
cancelled by RESETTING. Detailed instructions are given in chapter “What to do if...”.(see at right for options description)
1) Programme data obtained in conformity with European standard EN 50242, obtained under normal conditions (without additional options) and may vary 
depending on conditions. Differences of up to 20 minutes are possible with sensor programmes as a result of the appliance’s automatic calibration system.
2) Reference programme for energy label in compliance with EN 50242 regulations. - Note for Testing Institutes: for detailed information on the 
EN/Standard loading comparison test and other tests, contact the following address: “[email protected]”.
3) The antibacterial action has been tested by the Institut Pasteur of Lille (France), based on the NF EN 13697 standard of November 2001.
Table of programmes
Deter-
gent
Consumption
P
Programmes
Available
options
Loading instructions
Litres
kWh
Minutes
1)
1
Aqua Steam
40-70°C
Delay
Multizone
Power Clean
Normally or heavily soiled crockery, 
including pots and pans. Thanks to 
steam action, soaking or hand 
pretreatment is no longer needed. In 
addition hygiene is ensured due to 
the high temperature steam.
X
7-15
0.99-1.75
65-205
2
Pre-Wash
cold
Delay
Multizone
Crockery to be washed later.
—
4.0
0.03
14
3
Glasses
40°C
Delay
Multizone
Light soiling, for example glasses 
and cups.
X
10.0
0.85
100
4
Quickwash
45°C
Delay
Multizone
Lightly soiled crockery, with no 
dried-on food. * Not recommended tablets 
use.
X*
11.0
0.80
30
5
Eco
2)
50°C
Delay
Multizone
Power Clean
Normally soiled crockery. 
Energy-saving programme.
X
13.0
0.93
200
6
Antibacterial
3)
Delay
Multizone
Power Clean
Normally or heavily soiled 
crockery, with additional 
antibacterial wash. Programme 
interruption (e.g. due to door 
opening) can compromise 
elimination of germs.
X
13.0
1.50
115
7
Overnight
55°C
Delay
Multizone
Normally soiled crockery, gentle 
and quiet thanks to the lower spray 
pressure (39dbA).
X
13.0
1.20
290
DELAYED START 
BUTTON
Press the button 
(repeatedly) to delay the 
start of the programme. 
Adjustable from 1 to 24 
hours. With each press of 
the button, the delayed 
start indicator increases by 
one hour and after 24 
restarts from 00. Then 
press the START button. 
The dishwasher will start 
after the set time.
5019 396 01809 ADG 8940
MULTIZONE
Allows you to choose the 
washing zones. Press this 
button to select the wash 
zones (the display shows 
the corresponding symbol):
both racks
(off - no symbols)
only upper rack
only lower rack
POWER CLEAN
Thanks to the additional 
power jets this option 
provides a more intensive 
and powerful wash in the 
lower rack, in the specific 
area.This option is 
recommended for washing 
pots and casseroles (see 
page 4). Press this button 
to activate Power Clean 
(the display shows the 
corresponding symbol).
RINSE AID INDICATOR
When lit, the rinse aid dispenser 
needs to be refilled.
SALT INDICATOR
When lit, the salt reservoir 
needs to be refilled.
FAULT INDICATION AND WASH TIME DISPLAY
In normal operation it indicates the remaining time 
(h:mm), whereas with “Delayed start” selected it indicates 
the time remaining until programme start (hh).
If “F..” appears on the display, see chapter “What to do if...”.Options and display descriptionBEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE 
FIRST TIME CAREFULLY READ THIS QUICK 
REFERENCE GUIDE AND THE ASSEMBLY 
INSTRUCTIONS! THE GUARANTEE IS NOT 
APPLICABLE IF FAULTS ARE CAUSED BY 
INCORRECT USE OF THE APPLIANCE. 
PROGRAMME SEQUENCE 
INDICATOR
Prewash
Washing
Drying
Quick reference guide
 
						

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First time use
1- salt reservoir
2- rinse aid dispenser
3- detergent dispenser
4- racks system
5,6,7,8- available functions on the panel
9- filters
10- spray armsIn order to always ensure the best cleaning 
results, you NEED to set: 
DETERGENT type and WATER HARDNESS.
1.
Select 3rd programme 
(see Table of programmes 
- page 1)
2.
Press START button 
for 7 seconds
3a.
Check your 
detergent type...
3b.
...and set it on your dishwasher 
using the START button
(as per table below)
4.
Remember to use salt and rinse 
aid when needed (as indicated 
below)
5.
Switch off and switch on 
again to save setting
Detergent 
types
Dishwasher models
model without 
display
model with display
Powder or gel
(factory setting)
no symbol
add salt
add rinse aid
Tablet 2 in 1
add salt
Tablet 3 in 1Tablet All in 1
For models without “detergent type” option, the salt and rinse aid indicators will be lit when tablets are used.
3h 6h 9h
rinse aid
salt
rinse aid
How to set water hardness* only before the first wash or if 
the water hardness has been 
changed
Switch on the appliance- Select the 2nd programme “P2” - consult the table of programmes.
- Press the START button for at least 5 seconds until the START indicator lamp flashes.
- The water hardness setting is shown on the display (if present) or the START button flashes.
- With each successive touch of the START button the setting increases and when it reaches 7 it returns to 1 again.
- The appliance must be switched off to memorise the new setting.
Even if you use tablets which include salt, 
you must still add salt since such 
detergents are not effective enough at 
softening hard water.Water hardness level is factory set for 
medium hard water (a number “4” is 
shown on the display or the START 
indicator lamp flashes 4 times).
1.
Ask your water supply company what the water hardness
 is...
2.
...enter this value on your 
dishwasher
Suggestions for detergent use
German
degrees °dH
French
degrees °fH
English
degrees °eH
Wa te r
hardness
Dishwasher 
with display: 
insert value in 
the display
Dishwasher 
without 
display: count 
START button 
led flashes
Gel or Powder
(rinse aid and 
salt)
Ta b l e t s
0 - 5
0 - 9
0 - 6.3
Soft
1
1x
go to step 1 
(see “Daily 
check”)
if extra salt is 
needed go to 
step 1 
(see “Daily 
check”)
6 - 10
10 - 18
7 - 12.6
Medium
2
2x
11 - 15
19 - 27
13.3 - 18.9
Average
3
3x
16 - 21
28 - 37
19.6 - 25.9
Medium-hard
4
4x
22 - 28
38 - 50
26.6 - 35
Hard
5
5x
29 - 35
51 - 63
35.7 - 44.1
Very hard
6
6x
36 - 60
64 - 107
44.8 - 74.9
Extremely 
hard
7
7x
How to set detergent type: powder/gel/tablet (if option is available)
 
						

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Daily check
 ELS
SEL
ELS
ELS
12
3Adding rinse aid (not necessary when you use tablets). How to adjust the rinse aid dosage regulator
Daily use
The salt level indicator lamp may remain lit for the duration of several wash cycles. If the 
water hardness level falls within category (soft), no 
salt is required.
Salt indicator 
(depending on 
the model)
The indicator lamp on the control panel lights 
up when SALT NEEDS TO BE ADDED.
orange: OK.
clear: NEEDS TO BE ADDED
Rinse aid indicator (depending on model)
The indicator lamp on the control panel lights up when RINSE AID NEEDS TO BE 
ADDED.
dark: OK.
clear: NEEDS TO BE ADDED
Only use rinse aids recommended for use in domestic dishwashers. Immediately
 wipe away any rinse aid spilt accidentally. This prevents the formation of excess suds which can cause a fault function of the appliance.If there are streaks: reduce the dosage by turning the dial to a lower setting (1-3). If crockery is not perfectly dry: increase the dosage by turning the dial to a higher setting (5-6). Plastic dishes have more difficulty drying and a higher rinse aid 
setting will not improve the situation.Detergents with rinse aid incorporated may be effective only with longer programmes. In the case of shorter programmes, detergent residue may be a problem (if necessary, use powder detergent). Detergents with rinse aid incorporated tend 
to form excess suds.
Visual indicator 
(depending 
on model).
Unscrew cap.Fill the salt 
reservoir with 
water before the 
first wash only.Add salt 
(never add 
detergent!).
min. 1.5 kg 
max. 2 kg Visual indicator (depending 
on model). Screw on the cap. 
Salt residues around cap 
need to be removed.
If required, 
open the cover 
B (press right 
button).
Open the cover A 
(press left button).Only fill the 
detergent dispenser 
prior to starting a 
wash programme.By pressing 
dedicated ribs 
shut the cover. Tablet / gel / powder Add rinse aid 
to the max. 
line ~150 mlThe rinse aid dosage can be adjusted to the 
detergent used. The lower the setting, 
the less rinse aid is dispensed 
(factory setting: position 4).
Press the button to open the cover B. Using a 
coin or similar object, turn the arrow to the 
desired setting. After adjusting the rinse aid 
setting, shut the cover again. Visual 
indicator
Adding detergent - Use only detergent specifically for dishwashers in accordance with the supplier’s recommendations
Use only one tablet per one 
cycle, only placed in detergent 
dispenser.
All types of tablets can be 
used, but for 2 in 1 type 
adding of salt is mandatory.
Filling the salt reservoir - Dissolve limescale (not necessary if water hardness level is set to “soft”!)
 
						

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How to load the racks
How to load LOWER RACK4
(In some models only)
A - Multipurpose support: Different positions for long 
utensils, cups and glasses.B - Adjustable flaps: In horizontal position for cups/long utensils, 
in raised position for plates and stemware.(In some models only)
C - Cutlery basket: It can be placed in the upper rack when the 
“Half load/Multizone” option is selected.
D - Adjustable glass holder
How to adjust upper rack height (if available) 
- It could be useful to lift up upper rack to have more space in 
lower rack or bring it down to load long stem glasses.
- Grasp and take out the two lateral handles (E) (must be on same 
level) and lift up or take down the upper rack.How to remove upper rack (if available) 
- It could be useful to remove upper rack to load bulky items in 
lower rack.
- Open the two retainers (F) to take off the upper rack. When 
the upper rack is in place the retainers must always be closed.
Arrange crockery so that water does not collect in cavities, ensuring that the spray arms turn freely. Only use dishwasher-proof crockery and dishes. Do not use the dishwasher for washing wooden 
items, aluminium, tin, silver cutlery or decorated crockery (unglazed). In the baskets, dishes (e.g. plates, bowls, pots) must be placed in a correct way to let water flow down!
G - Vertical plate holders: They can be folded down to load pots.
H - Cutlery basket
I - Grid: Helps to keep the cutlery separate for better washing results.
Thanks to the special water 
jets, Power Clean allows 
intensive washing dedicated 
to pots and casseroles
How to use Power Clean
1. Adjust the Power Clean area (J) folding down 
the rear plate holders to load pots.How to use Power Clean
2. Load pots and casseroles inclined vertically in 
Power Clean area. Pots have to be inclined towards the power water jets.
F - CLOSEDF - OPEN
H
Switching on the appliance How to load UPPER RACK
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Rectifying minor faults yourself ...Switch off the appliance Everything o.k. ...Wash cycleSelect programmeQuick, permanent or alternating109 6
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Overview of programmes
The max. possible number of programmes is illustrated in the chapter “Chart”. The corresponding programmes for your appliance can be found on the panel (page 1).
Choose programme according to the attached table of programmes (page 1).Duration of the programme depends on the external conditions in the apartment, temperature and pressure etc.
The dishwasher door must be closed and the water tap open.
To load crockery, open the door with caution:
Close the door again.
The programme resumes the cycle from where it was interrupted.
Beware of hot steam!The wash cycle can be interrupted at any time by pressing START (see chapter “What to do if...”).
Exercise caution when opening the door: beware of hot steam.
Only press the OFF button once the START indicator lamp has switched off.
All the indicator lamps switch off. Unload the appliance, starting from the lower rack in order to avoid any residual drips of water falling onto crockery below.
Maintenance and care
Filters
Check and 
clean if 
necessaryUnscrew filter 
cylinder, remove it 
and fine sieve...Rinse under running 
water ...Screw on filter cylinder NOTE MARK!
Unscrew 
and remove 
upper arm ... Spray arms 
Remove
blockages/
deposits.Insert
Clean spray 
nozzles under 
running water
(use toothpicks if 
necessary) ...Insert and screw on lower and upper arms tightly.Maintenance and care
Change the programme in progress: Press the START button (for 2 seconds) until the START indicator lamp 
switches off.
 (Water drains for up to 60 seconds).
 Select a new programme
 Press the START button.
Unscrew 
and remove 
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What to do if...
If a fault occurs, before contacting
 the After-sales Service, make the following checks to try and remedy the problem. Most faults can be remedied by taking the following courses of action, 
quickly restoring normal appliance operation.
The appliance... Possible causes... Solutions...
...is not working/will not start
- The appliance must be switched on.
- Check the household circuit fuse if there is no power supply.
- The dishwasher door doesnt close.
- Check if the dishwasher’s door is closed.
- “Delayed start” option is ON.
- Check whether the “Delayed start” option (if available) has been selected. If it has, the appliance will only 
start once the set time has elapsed. If necessary, set the delayed start to “0” (RESET the appliance).
...shows “F1” on the display or the START 
indicator lamp flashes once- The water supply temperature is below 3°C. - Check that the water supply temperature is above 3°C.
...shows “F4” on the display or the START 
indicator lamp flashes 4 times
-Dirty filters.
-Clean the filters.
- Kinked drain hose.
- The drain hose must not be kinked.
- Syphon hose connection closed.
- The closure disk of the syphon hose connection must be removed.
...shows “F6” on the display or the START 
indicator lamp flashes 6 times- Water tap closed. - The water tap must be open.
- Kinked water inlet hose or clogged inlet filters.- The water inlet hose must not be kinked and the relative inlet filter in the water tap connector must not be 
clogged.
...shows “F7” on the display or the START 
indicator lamp flashes 7 times
- Water pressure too low.
- The water tap must be fully open during water inlet (minimum capacity: 0.5 litres per minute).
- Kinked water inlet hose or clogged inlet filters.
- The water inlet hose must not be kinked and the relative inlet filter in the water tap connector must not be 
dirty.
...shows “F8” on the display or the START 
indicator lamp flashes 8 times- Dirty or clogged filters. - The filters must not be dirty or clogged.
- Too little water in the dishwasher’s water system. - Concave items (e.g. bowls, cups) must be arranged facing downwards in the rack.
- Drain hose incorrectly fitted.- The drain hose must be fitted correctly (for high mounted appliances, leave min. 200-400 mm from the 
lower edge of the appliance) - see Assembly instructions.
...shows other “F” faults on the display or 
the START indicator lamp flashes Xx times
- Many different causes.
- Reset the appliance (see below).
After taking the above course of action, the fault message must be reset. In the majority of cases the fault is thus eliminated.
RESET:Press the START button for approx. 2 seconds until the indicator lamp switches off or press the RESET button (depending on model)
Close the door.
Water drains automatically for up to 60 seconds.
The appliance is now ready to be restarted.
Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions...
...are not perfectly clean/have food residues
- Too little space between dishes (incorrect arrangement 
of the concave items in the rack).
- Arrange crockery so that items do not touch each other. Concave items (e.g. bowls, cups) must be 
arranged facing downwards in the rack.
- Too little detergent; detergent too old or incorrectly 
stored.
- If necessary, use more detergent, observing the manufacturer’s indications as regards dosage. Always store 
detergent in a dry place and do not store it for excessively long periods of time.
- Temperature not high enough for heavily soiled crockery.
- For heavily soiled crockery, select a wash programme with a higher temperature (see table of programmes on page 1).
- Loading of the dishwasher using lower and upper rack 
at the same time with “Half load/Multizone” option.
- If you select the “Half load/Multizone” option (if available), remember to load only the upper rack or only 
the lower rack to increase washing power and thus obtain optimum wash results.
- Frequent use of Eco 50°C.
- In the event of frequent use of the Eco 50°C programme (if available), from time to time select the 
Intensive 70°C programme (if available).
- Clogged spray arms; filters dirty or not fitted correctly.
- The spray arms must not be clogged, the filters must not be dirty and must be fitted correctly (see page 5, 
“Maintenance and care”).
- Spray arms impeded by crockery or cutlery.
- The spray arms must be able to turn freely and must not be impeded by crockery or cutlery.
 
						

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What to do if...
Crockery and cutlery... Possible causes... Solutions...
...salt indicator lit
- Use tablets for soft water.
- Set “Detergent type” option; if this option is not available, it is normal for the salt indicator to light up.
...have deposits: regeneration salt residue
- Water too hard.- In areas with very hard water, more regeneration salt needs to be added (see page 2 “How to set water 
hardness”).
- Salt reservoir cap open. - Close the salt reservoir cap properly.
- Not enough rinse aid. - If you use a combined action detergent, try adding more rinse aid.
...are not dry
- Plastic containers dry badly.
- Synthetic materials do not dry well; if wet at end of cycle, wipe dry.
- Clean dishes left in dishwasher for a long time after end 
of cycle (e.g. when using “delayed start” option).
- In this situation, the presence of drops of water on dishes and on the sides of the dishwasher is normal. Try 
releasing the door 5 minutes before removing the dishes.
- Incorrect arrangement of the concave items in the rack.
- Arrange crockery so that water does not collect in cavities.
- Incorrect dosage the rinse aid.
- Increase the dosage of rinse aid - see page 3, “Adding rinse aid”.
- Rapid programme selected.
- The rapid programme is intended for quickly washing lightly soiled dishes. If used for a full load of medium/
heavy soiled dishes, the dishes may not dry completely. If so, select a standard-length programme. For best 
results, open the door after the end of the programme and wait 15 minutes before unloading the dishwasher.
...have discoloured plastic parts
- Tomato/Carrot juice.- Tomato sauce, for example, can lead to discolouring of plastic parts. Powder detergent is recommended as 
it allows slightly higher doses to be used for improved whitening. Programmes with higher wash 
temperatures should be used.
...opaque glasses, etc
- Dishes unsuitable for washing in dishwashers 
(porcelain),
- Only use dishwasher-proof crockery and dishes.
...removable deposits on glasses
- Usage of incorrect programmes for glasses.- Dishes should be put together, to avoid touching each other. Do not put glassware together in baskets. 
Use suitable programme for glass.
...glasses not sparkling- Not conform of glasses to washing in dishwashers 
(porcelain).- Some kinds of glass cannot be washed in the dishwasher.
...permanent deposits on glasses
-Rainbow effect.
- This phenomenon is irreversible. We recommend in future:
- Change the control of system of dosage of softener.
- Be careful – follow recommended detergent dosage.
- For combined action tablets see detergent producer’s recommendations.
...tea cups darken and dirt does not 
disappear after washing in dishwasher- Not known. - This phenomenon is inevitable. Theine alters colours permanently.
...rust marks
- Pre-wash programme not used.
- Salty or acidic food residues can cause rust marks even on stainless steel cutlery. To avoid this, always use 
the pre-wash programme if the dishes are to be washed later.
...other marks
- Rinse aid dosage too low.- In the presence of marks, increase the rinse aid dosage (see page 3, “Adding rinse aid”). If you use a 
combined action detergent, try adding more rinse aid.
...streaks
- Rinse aid dosage too high.
- In the presence of streaks, reduce the rinse aid dosage (see page 3, “Adding rinse aid”). If you use a 
combined action detergent which includes rinse aid, do not add any additional rinse aid.
...suds- Unsuitable dosage of detergent/rinse aid.- Only use the amount of detergent/rinse aid required, since excessive amounts can lead to excess suds.
 
						

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What to do if...
If, after carrying out the above checks, the fault persists, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap.
Contact the After-sales Service (see warranty).
Before contacting our After-Sales Service, take note of the following:
- the description of the fault,
- the appliance type and model,
- the service code (the number indicated on the adhesive rating plate) inside the door on the right-hand side:Precautions and general recommendations1. Packing
The packaging materials are 100% recyclable and marked with the recycling symbol  .
2. Removing the packaging and inspecting the contents
After unpacking, make sure that the dishwasher is undamaged and that the door closes correctly. If in doubt, 
contact a qualified technician or your local retailer. 
3. Before using the dishwasher for the first time
- The appliance is designed to operate at ambient temperatures of between 5°C and 45°C.
- This dishwasher has been tested by the manufacturer to ensure it functions correctly. Such testing may 
leave slight drips/water marks which will disappear with the first wash.
4. Energy and water savings
- Do not rinse crockery under running water.
- Always fully load the dishwasher before running it or select the “Half load/Multizone” option (if available).
- If ecological energy sources are available such as solar panel heating, heat pumps or centralised heating 
systems, the appliance may be connected to the hot water mains up to a maximum temperature of 60°C. 
Make sure the water inlet hose is of the correct type (“70°C Max” or “90°C Max”).
5. Child safety
- Keep the packaging materials out of the reach of children. 
- Children must not be allowed to play with the dishwasher. 
- Store the detergent, rinse aid and salt out of the reach of children.
6. Safety warnings
- The appliance is not intended for use by children or physically or mentally impaired persons, unless 
adequately supervised by a responsible adult capable of guaranteeing safe use of the appliance. 
- Do not operate the appliance in the open air. 
- Do not store flammable materials in close proximity to the dishwasher. 
- The water in the dishwasher is not potable. 
- Do not use solvents inside the dishwasher: risk of explosion! 
- Be careful when the door is open: risk of tripping! 
- The open dishwasher door can only support the weight of the loaded rack when pulled out. Do not rest 
objects on the open door or sit or stand on it.
- Sharp items that might cause injury (e.g. knives), must be placed in the cutlery basket with the sharp end 
facing downwards. Long-handled utensils must be arranged horizontally in the upper rack, with the sharp 
end facing away from the front of the appliance.
- Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap; also in 
the event of any malfunction.
- Repairs and technical modifications must be carried out exclusively by a qualified technician.
7. Resistance to frost
If the appliance is placed in surroundings exposed to the risk of frost, it must be drained completely. Turn off 
the water tap, remove the inlet and outlet hoses, and let all the water drain away. Make sure there is at least 
1 kg of dissolved regeneration salt in the salt reservoir, to protect the appliance from temperatures of up to 
-20°C. When the programme resumes, an error message may be displayed. “F1”/START indicator flashes 
once: pour half a litre of warm water into the bottom of the dishwasher. “F6”/START indicator flashes 6 
times: the appliance must remain at an ambient temperature of min. 5°C for at least 24 hours. After 
eliminating these faults, RESET the appliance (see chapter “What to do if...”).
8. Disposal
- The appliance is manufactured using recyclable materials. If you decide to scrap the dishwasher, it must be 
disposed of in compliance with local waste disposal regulations. Make it unusable by cutting off the power 
cord. To prevent situations of potential danger to children (e.g. danger of suffocation), break the lock of the 
door so that it can no longer be closed.
- This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/CE on Waste Electrical and 
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring that this appliance is scrapped suitably, you can help prevent 
potentially damaging consequences for the environment and health. Unsuitable disposal of an appliance of 
this type as household waste could have detrimental effects on the environment. The symbol   on the 
appliance, or on documentation enclosed with the appliance, indicates that this product must not be 
treated as household waste, but must be delivered to the nearest collection centre for the recycling of 
electrical and electronic appliances. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental 
regulations for waste disposal. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of this 
appliance, contact your competent local authority, the collection service for household waste or the shop 
where you purchased the appliance.
EC Declaration of conformity
This appliance has been designed, constructed and distributed in compliance with the safety requirements of 
EC Directives:   2006/95/CE, 89/336/CE, 93/68/CE and 2002/95/CE (RoHS Directive). 
Loading Capacity: 12 place settings.
We reserve the right to make technical modifications.Disconnect the mains plug