Asko 1653 User's Manual
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1. Select Heat Dry power switch or Not Heat Dry How to use your 1653 Before Operation Review 1 Load the dishes properly 2 Add proper amount of detergent Close the detergent compartment cover Heat Dry No Heat Dry 3 Make sure that the rotating arms can move freely 4 Make sure the water supply faucet is open 5 Close the door tightly otherwise the dishwasher will not start Press firmly until you hear a click Which setting to use Rinse and Hold This program provides a single unheated rinse to be used when waiting to start a complete wash cycle For example it is useful in rinsing salty or highly acidic foods off stainless steel silver and silver plate if you are not planning on running the dishwasher through a wash cycle immediately after loading such items Pots and Pans Heavy Wash This Sani Cycle setting includes two prewashes for extra cleaning How the dish wa sher wo rks Use it for cleaning heavily soiled items such as pots pans and baking dishes Normal Wash Program Use this Sani Cycle setting with its single prewash for normally soiled dishes Rinse and Hold Delicate Light Wash Pots and Pans This Sani Cycle setting with prewash is used for washing lightly Heavy Wash soiled and or delicate items Normal Wash Heat No Heat Dry Y Delicate Ligt Heat No Heat Dry Control Sanl Cycle You may select heated or No Heat drying with any wash cycle Delicate Dis2. heights of kitchen cabinets The kick plate can be adjusted inwards or outwards In order to fit the floor bases of the kitchen cabinets The kick plate can be adjusted up or down to fit the height of the kitchen cabinets To open the door If the child catch has been engaged Push the door latch upwards Move the safety catch to the left and push the door latch upwards For more information on the child safety catch see safety page 12 Program panel Sani Cycles Heat No heat dry switch Program Control Knob Press in for No Heat Dry Main power indicator light Main on off switch Press in to turn power on and off Upper rack Rotating Re spray arms Lower rack Fine mesh Silverware basket filter Removable Compartment for coarse filte detergent main wash Rinse ald dispenser with adjustment indicator See page 9 What can be washed in the dishwasher Most household goods such as plates saucepans and flatware can be machine washed If you are unsure check with the manufacturer or if this is not possible wash one item of a set over an extended period and then compare it with the rest of the set The user is responsible for what he or she washes in the dishwasher safe Aluminum Yes Anodized aluminum may fade or darken Patches and discoloration may appear but these can be removed with wire wool Remember not to position aluminum utensils so that they can com
3. You may be able to remedy this yourself Trace the fault with the help of the points listed below Also be sure to read Poor dishwashing results pages 15 to 18 for more problems possible causes and suggested remedies Air Gap If the machine is equip ped with an Air Gap see There is water left In the machine Page 13 Be sure the air If the machine is taking in too ae blocked or much water the drainage plugged pump starts automatically If the water in spite of this is not drained off it might de pend on any of the following reasons The drain hose has a fold Check to make sure that there are no folds or sharp The filter system is clogged bends on the drain hose Lift out the coarse filter and empty it Place back in dishwasher before starting Kink or fold The pump is blocked Pieces of bone or other foreign particles might be stuck in the drainage pump The picture below shows you how to clean the pump The drain hose Is clogged blocked Check to make sure that there are no obstacles in the hose where it connects to the water lock Foreign particles can get stuck in the entrance of the connection line see the picture Aliso check to make sure that the cone shaped connection line has been cut to an inner diameter of at least 3 4 15 mm Check for a kink in the drain hose The machine does not start If the machine does not start it might depend on any of the following reason
4. etching This is permanent To prevent etching use the least amount one teaspoon of recommended dishwasher detergent if you have soft water Too much deter gent especially in soft water Cloudy film on glassware etching of glass Use a good quality dishwasher detergent and rinse aid Do not overload the machine Water should circulate freely to assure adequate rinsing and draining Use drying without heat Rinse aid used with soft water Use rinse aid in hard water areas only Be sure to select heated drying for the driest results Allow more drying time when using non heated drying Dishes not dry Non heated drying No rinse aid Fill rinse aid dispenser Rinse aids help dishes to dry faster Note Used only in hard water areas Plastic items Certain plastic materials are difficult to dry Plastics may need towel drying Do not overload or nest items Be sure all surfaces drain well Load items with concave bases so as much water as possible can run off Unload the bottom rack first Water from dishes in the top rack may be spilling into the bottom rack Improper loading or unloading Water not hot Dishes washed with the HI water temperature setting will dry the fastest enough Dry cycle interrupted Door opened too soon If the door is opened during the heated dry cycle the heating element does come back on after the door
5. t come loose Always use the top rack for delicate items Use the delicate program for fine china Utensils may not be secure or something small may have dropped from the rack Water may cause utensils to rattle Make sure everything is securely placed in the dishwasher Allow dishwasher to complete cycle Water left in removable coarse filter is normal Be sure air gap is not blocked or plugged Check for kink in drain hose Be sure there is no blockage in filter system Remove clean and place back in dishwasher before starting dishwasher Clean drain pump See page 14 Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Remove any other appliances from the circuit Close tightly until you hear a click Make sure plug in contact is inserted in the wall socket or wired correcily Tum the main on off switch from OFF Be Sure a cycle has been selected Check that door is firmly closed Check that dishwasher is on See Dishwasher will not start page 14 Check to see that the water feed line to dishwasher is not crimped Be sure water is available and turned on Check garbage disposer and trap at sink for blockage or food particles ASKO Product Warranty MODEL 1353 1 1374 1474 1504 1653 760 770 ASKO will pay for ASKO replacement parts and or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized ASKO service outlet ASKO replacement parts repair labor
6. costs not included for any defective solid state controls timers motors pumps or dishwasher racks ASKO replacement parts replacement labor cost not included of the stainless steel tank or stainless steel inner door panel if it fails to hold water due to a manufacturing defect such as cracking or rusting For Residential Installations Length of warranty ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY From date of purchase FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY One year full plus second through fifth year limited from date of purchase TWENTY FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY One year full plus second through twenty five year limited from date of purchase For Non Residential Installations SIX MONTHS FULL WARRANTY ASKO replacement parts and or repair labor to correct defect in From date of purchase materials or workmanship Service must be performed by an authorized ASKO service outlet ASKO will not pay for A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the dishwasher 2 Instruct how to use the dishwasher 3 Replace house fuses or correct housing wiring 4 Correct house plumbing 5 Clean or service air device in drain line Clean drain pump B Repair and or parts due to shipping and or handling damage C Repair and or parts for failure of product if dishwasher is used in other than normal use D Damage resulting from accident fire floods acts of God alteration misuse abuse improper inst
7. out and empty the coarse filter when necessary Don t forget to put it back again It is normal for a small amount of water to remain in the coarse filter area Air gap To prevent dirty water from being sucked back into the dishwasher certain local plumbing codes demand that you install an Air Gap This is not part of the dishwasher however but is part of the plumbing it is very important to keep the Air Gap clean You should check it at least once a week to Always check the Air Gap first if the drain beco make sure that it is working as it should If this is mes blocked and there is water left in the dishwas not the case lift up the chrome cover and plastic her cap and clean with something suitable likea Note that Air Gap is not part of the dishwasher toothpick and is not covered by this warranty How to clean the pump oe gg 4 Unscrew the bottom front plate and the kick plate 2 Unkink the drain pump line G Remove the plug from the pump s draining hose Water left in the pump wiil then drain out Therefore hold a bowl under the hose Then loosen the pumphousing lid by moving the locking bolt upwards colored arrow Move the lid sideways and clean the pump Replace the pump housing lid Be sure drain house is in the downward position Fold the drainline up so the plastic end does not rattle on the bottom base pan 17 Trouble shooting A simple fault may prevent the machine from working
8. How much Detergent to Use The amount of detergent you use depends on the hardness of the water and on the cycle you select Cycle selection Rinse and hold No detergent Pots and Pans Detergent on door for prewash plus detergent in Heavy Wash compartment for main wash Normal Wash Detergent on door for prewash plus detergent in compartment for main wash Delicate Light Wash Detergent in compartment for main wash only Adding the detergent Detergent for Prewash Use no detergent for Rinse and Hold Detergent should be poured loosely on the inside surface of the door for the Prewash in the ae Pots and Pans program and Normal Wash e For all other programs with a main wash pour detergent into the detergent compartment Close the cover when you have put in the correct amount of detergent P Detergent for Main Wash Put the detergent on the door if necessary and detergent compartment just before you start the dishwasher to make certain it is fresh Note Close cover after you have added the detergent Storing the detergent e For best results keep your detergent container tightly closed after each use out of reach of children and stored in a cool dry place Storage under the sink is not advisable for powdered detergents because this area is generally too warm and moist to keep detergent fresh If your detergent gets old or lumpy throw it away Old detergent looses its strength and lumpy detergent m
9. How to use your a ASKO dishwasher sil sani Cycles s Conten ts Important Safety Instructions 2 Parts and Features 3 What can be washed 5 Preparing Dishes 6 Loading Dishes and Flatware 6 Water Temperature 8 Dishwasher Detergents 8 Rinse Aids and Dispenser 9 How to Operate Model 1653 10 Energy Saving Tips 11 Safety 12 Front Panel Installation 12 Maintenance 13 Troubleshooting 14 Poor Results and Remedies 15 Warranty and Service Information 19 Review 20 Important Safety Instructions WARNING When using your dishwasher follow basic precautions including the following 1 2 Read all instructions before using the dishwasher 9 This dishwasher must be properly grounded see 10 installation instructions for details Use the dishwasher only for its intended function 11 Use only detergents or rinse aids recommended for use in a dishwasher and keep them out of 12 reach for children When loading items to be washed a Locate sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal b Load sharp knives with the sharp points down to reduce risk of cut type injuries Do not wash plastic items unless marked dish washer safe or the equivalent For plastic items not so marked check the manufacturer s recom 13 mendations Do not touch the heating element during or im mediately after use More about SAFETY on page 12 Do not tamper with controls Do not abuse sit
10. allation or installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes D Any labor or shipping costs for parts during the limited warranty E Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the Continental United States F Pick up and delivery ASKO dishwashers are designed to be repaired in the home O IN NO EVENT SHALL ASKO USA INC BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states will not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentia damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For warranty service contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized ASKO service outlet Service will be provided during normal business hours Should you have a service problem that is not resolved locally write ASKO USA INC 903 N Bowser Suite 200 Richardson Texas 75081 1 Load the items tobe 2 Check that the and that the 3 Close the door and washed and add spray arms can water supply faucet choose program recommended move freely is open Start the machine amount of detergent How to choose program Program Rinse and Hold Pots and Pans Heavy Wash Normal VVash Delicate Light Wash No Heat Dry Art nr 80 562 48
11. an damage fine china or delicate crystal use the lower temperature settings for these items If the incoming water is extremely cold due to unusually cold temperatures outside if you ve recently done laundry or run hot water for showers or if your water travels a long distance from the water heater to the dish washer the running time of the dishwasher may be longer to allow for a heating up period for the water Checking the wash temperature To get the best possible result the water should be warm enough It does not matter if the temperature of the incoming water is low since the machine has an element which heats the water to the required temperature You can however check that the temperature of the incoming water is not too high as follows 1 Turn on the water faucet to the highest temperature possible and let the water run into the sink 2 Place a dish or other object in the sink and let the water fill it and run over for at least a minute 3 Measure the temperature with a meat thermometer or similar device The temperature should not be higher than 140 F 60 C f 4 If the temperature is too high adjust the setting on the hot water heater Warning s Dishwasher detergent is corrosive Dish washer det er gen t S Keep out of the reach of children if swallowed drink plenty of milk or water Use only dishwasher detergents Do not induce vomming Use only a detergent designed for an automatic dishwash Seek medical advice withou
12. an normal This levei control functions only if the machine is in operation Child safety catch The machine is fitted with a child safety catch to prevent children from opening the door and risking injury from hot water or steam it also prevents children from getting at the corrosive detergent or sharp knives which may be inside ice Er This is how you engage the This is how you disengage the child safety catch child safety catch Slide the catch to the left then back Slide the catch to the left then wards and then to the right To open the forwards and then to the right door hold the catch with your left hand and pull the main catch with your right hand in the usual way How to fit a new Front Panel CAUTION Turn the power supply to the machine off first Lower panel 1 Undo the lower panel by unscrewing the attachment screws at the bottom 2 Remove the screws from the lower decor molding and loosen the other screws Remove the panel and replace it with the new one 3 Screw the molding in position and tighten the remaining screws Fit the upper panel before refitting the lower panel to the machine Upper panel 1 Remove the attachment screws and the molding on one side left or right 2 Loosen the other screws and pull out the panel carefully 3 Push in the new one carefully Screw the molding in position and tighten the other screws 4 Refit the lower panel Maintenance The inner casing
13. at they do not nest in each other loaded and prevent water penetration 15 Possible Cause Suggested Remedy Small particles deposited on items Spray arm or arms Be sure a utensil or handle has not prevented their turning not rotating freely Use only fresh detergent stored in a tightly closed container in a cool dry place Fill dispenser only when ready to start the dishwasher Use the Detergent recommended amount of detergent especially with hard water Check that the water valve is fully open Make sure that the water pressure is between 18 and 176 PSI Low water pressure Load dishes to prevent water and detergent from being trapped in or Improper loading between items Water should circulate freely of dishes Aluminum utensils rubbing against items during washing Marks and Be sure aluminum utensils especially light weight foil type pans do not i discoloration touch dishes To remove spots use a non abrasive cleaner lron or manganese in water Yellow or brown tk Temporary solution Pour 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of citric acid crystals marks in instead of the prewash detergent directly on the inside of the door Follow this prewash with a full detergent wash Use the heavy wash pro gram Permanent solution Install an iron removal system in the water supply Copper with sterling sil
14. ay not dissolve Rinse aids A rinse aid causes water to flow off the dishes quicker preventing droplets that dry as spots and making the drying process faster Rinse aids come in solid and liquid forms Your dishwasher s rinse aid dispenser uses the liquid form For the best results use a liquid rinse aids only if you have moderately hard to hard water Rinse aids used with soft water can cause a cloudy film on dishes Filling the rinse aid dispenser Inspection ve The drying sequence is quicker if you use rinse aid In the middle of the filler cap there is an inspection eye see picture to right If the eye is completely black there is sufficient rinse aid in the container If the eye is clear more rinse aid needs to be added Use of rinse aid may not be necessary if you have a water softener Adjusting the dosage of the rinse aid The rinse aid dosage is set by the manufacturer and is dispensed automa tically at the end of a wash program If necessary the rinse aid dosage can be adjusted by inserting a screwdri ver inside the filler hole where the adjustment device is set on 1 How ever when using hard water above 8 gpg a rinse aid containing citric acid can be used Under these circumstances the dosage can be increased by setting the dial to 3 or 4 Note Too much rinse aid is not advisable as this might result in the formation of foam especially if the machine is connected to cold water supply Turn on the
15. ck or loosen Check manufacturer s washing instructions Sharp kitchen carving knives Preparing dishes for washing It is not necessary to rinse normal food soils off the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher although larger solid particles such as bones seeds skins pits and toothpicks should be removed If you are not going to run the dishwasher immediately after loading it it is best to first rinse salty and highly acidic foods off stainless steel silver and silver plate flatware Prolonged contact of foods including lemon juice salt vinegar mustard mayonnaise and salad dressings with stainless steel can cause corrosion pitting if dishes have baked on or burned on foods they may need to be soaked in a solution of one tablespoon dishwasher detergent per quart of hot water Do not soak silver items It will cause black spots on silver Loading the dishwasher The top rack The top rack is best for glasses cups bowls small plates and saucers To provide the best results load all items so that the force of the water and detergent reachs soiled surfaces Arrange stemware between prongs so that it cannot move easily Do not let china crystal and other delicate items touch each other during dishwasher operation The top rack is also best for dishwasher safe plastics Make sure small plastic items are held firmly in place Small bowls pans and other utensils can also be placed in the top rack Make sure the
16. d the spray arms stop rotating Then open the door and add the forgotten item Press the door closed completely The cycle will continue from the point where it was interrupted Items should be added during the prewash or as early as ponorka during the main wash cycle for the best results If you turn off the machine at the main on off switch or if there is a power failure before the program has finished the program will continue when power is restored When the wash is finished When the machine has stopped it consumes only an extremely low current To turn it off completely turn off the main on off switch The indicator light remains on as long as the switch is in the On position It is a good rule never to leave a switched on machine unattended Empty the coarse filter and pecan check the fine mesh filter if necessary How to save energy Only start a wash when the machine is completely full In order to save energy it is best to wait until you have a full load thus saving energy Select a program without drying heat lf you select a program without heated drying the dishes will take somewhat longer to dry However if you open the door during the drying sequence to release the humid air the dishes will dry quicker Note Do not open the door during a heated dry cycle or the cycle will be interrupted and the heating element will not come back on State and local sanitization codes and rules this section of the r
17. e for best results when washing heavily soiled enough or greasy items except for fine china and delicate crystal Too little water Check that the water valve is fully open Make sure that the water pressure is between 18 and 176 PSI Check the filter in the inlet valve Dishwasher Use only the correct amount of dishwasher detergent according to the detergent hardness of the water and the wash program you have selected Do not use old or caked detergent Store the dishwasher detergent in a dry place and in a closed container Change the dishwasher detergent if the result is still unsatisfactory Items not loaded Check that you have loaded the items according to the instructions on properly pages 6 and 7 Do not overload Make sure spray can reach all soiled surfaces Spray arms rotate Check that both spray arms can rotate freely and that items do not ob poorly or stand still struct the movement of the spray arms Lift the arms and make sure that no grains of dirt etc retard the rotation of the spray arms If necessary i clear the obstruction refit the arms and check that they rotate freely Make sure that the holes in the spray arms are not blocked by dirt If necessary clear the holes with a pointed object Strainer blocked Check the strainer Clean if necessary See the instructions on page 13 Excessive foam in Use only dishwasher detergent the machine Flatware incorrectly Pay particular attention to spoons so th
18. e in direct contact with the dishwasher detergent since this may result in black spots and small erosion holes The seasoning is lost and the iron rusts Hand wash China Yes China without decor or with decor protected by glaze is dishwasher safe Remember however to place the objects so they are not in contact with each other otherwise they can be damaged China with a pattern on top of the glaze or with gold leaf decor may fade Check with the manufacturer If this is not possible try with one of the items over an extended period Then compare its colors and pattern with the rest of the set Stoneware No Antiques and very delicate china should not be washed in the dishwasher Yes Place the items so that they cannot fall over or knock against each other while being washed Certain types of lead crystal may etch if they are machine washed Check with your supplier Refer to china above for colored patterns or gold leaf decor Antiques and very delicate items should not be machine washed Use a low wash temperature Gold colored flatware can become discolored Dirilyte Glass Flatware i with bonded I handles Disposable Plastic item Stainless i steel Milk glass may become yellowed Certain types of adhesives cannot withstand machine washing and may loosen Pewter tarnishes Cannot withstand machine washing if the item is not marked Dishwasher safe test one of the items before the who
19. hes will dry more completely with heated drying however Light Wash nonheated drying is more economical When using No Heat Dry the dishwasher will go through the same entire timed drying cycle i Working cycle but with no added heat without heat Sanitizing effects of Asko Model 1653 with Sani Cycles Model 1653 Asko dishwasher has been designed to maintain a minimum water temperature and time duration for single tank stationary rack single temperature door type machines Temperature and time of the 1653 is designed to meet sanitization requirements which specify a minimum of the following Water temperature The 1800 Watt water heating element is controlled by a 170 F 74 C thermostat in both the main wash and final rinse portions of the wash cycles This insures that the wash and rinse temperatures exceed a minimum of 165 F 10 Turn the control knob to either Rinse and Hold or one of the wash settings The dishwasher will start Main Power indicator Light A Rinse and Hold Pots and Pans Heavy Wash Water is heated to 170 F 74 C i or No Heat Dry Want to change your mind If you want to change a program after you have started the machine select a new program by turning the program control If you want to stop the machine during a wash cycle for instance in order to add more dishes Press the door latch upwards Then wait until the sound of circula ting water stops an
20. is re closed If the dishwasher door is opened immediately after the dry cycle is completed and then shut again the dam per door is closed trapping warm humid air It is best then to leave door open slightly 17 Problem Possible Cause Detergent left in detergent com partment Detergent com partment will not open Chipping or breaking of glassware Unusual noise Water left in bottom of dish washer near fillers Dishwasher will not drain Dishwasher will not start Dishwasher will not fill Water backs up in sink when dishwasher drains 18 Compartment cover blocked Old detergent improper loading improper loading Dishwashing cycle not complete Some is norma Air Gap Drain hose Filter system Clogged drain pump Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker Door not comple tely closed Plugged in incor rectly Control on OFF Door open Controls Water feed line Water supply Garbage disposer and trap Suggested Remedy The cover may not be opening because of improperly loaded items Move dishes that may be blocking it If detergent is hard or caked in the box throw it away Use only fresh detergent Add detergent to dishwasher right before starting it Do not overload Load between prongs not over them Glasses loaded over prongs will not be supported and may chip or break Make sure glassware is secure and can
21. le set is washed Place plastic items in the top basket Use drying without heat Rinse the items if they are not going to be washed immediately Salty or acidic foods can stain if left on Dry dishwasher detergent can also produce black marks which are difficult to remove Do not let copper items come in contact with stainless steel Do not mix different types of stainless steel Silver and Yes Rinse the items if they are not going to be washed immediately Food which contains a lot of salt or acids a silver plate produces marks Dry dishwasher detergent can also product black marks which are difficult to remove Do not put in same silverware basket with stainless steel Contact between the metals can damage silver Do not wash copper utensils in the same load Silver may get a brown film Adhesive used to attach some hollow handie knives can loosen 1 Non stick Yes After washing wipe the non stick coating area with vegetable oil to keep it from loosing its non stick quality coatings a Non dishware 7 items such as 7 electronic air f cleaner filters J furnace fitters paint brush etc Can rust Check the manufacturer s recommendation before washing Wood can warp crack or loose its shape with any kind of washing Do not wash in dishwasher Damage to dishwasher may result May become dull if washed in very hot water or allowed to contact other items during the washing process Wood handles may also warp cra
22. movement of the spray arm is not blocked by items hanging below the rack Long utensils may also be placed in the upper rack Make sure knives do not touch other items or they may become dull Also make sure the sharp edges do not damage the graphite nylon coating of the rack With the shelf in a fold down position cups can be placed on it as well as under it There is space for full glasses with the shelf In the raised position All soiled surfaces must be facing downwards and in towards the center The bottom rack Place dinner plates smaller plates serving plates larger bowls and pans in the lower rack The lower spray arm sprays up with a more powerful pressure to clean more heavily soiled items Make sure pot handles and other items do not stop rotation of either spray arm by hanging below the rack or by sticking up too far Securely place heavily soiled cookware facedown in the rack Ai g INA The silverware basket Arrange flatware in the silverware basket with handles down Sharp or pointed items such as knives should be put in with the point down to protect your hands Distribute items evenly and mix knives forks and spoons so that items won t nest together Take out anything such as long meat knives or skewers that might fall or extend through the bottom of the basket Do not put sterling silver or silver plate flatware in the same compartment with stainless stee Contact between the metals can damage silve
23. of the machine is manufactured of stainless steel and kept clean in the course of normal The wash arm holes and bearings use From time to time the fine mesh filter should be i removed for cleaning The machine may be cleaned ee pa ag after a period of inactivity or wrong adjustment by Ah i thom off Use a needle or similar device to adding a tablespoon of citric acid crystals to a wash push the dirt out of the holes The fine filter Litter being collected in the fine filter is automatically flushed off at each run of the machine If the net of the fine filter is clogged e g by lime sediment or dirt it must be cleaned This cannot always be seen on top of the screen Therefore remove the filter now and then and check the underside Remove the 2 retaining screws and lift up the fine filter Use a brush to clean it When installing the fine filter again make sure that the edges of the filter seal properly against the bottom This will prevent food particals from getting into the circulation pump The lower strainer Pe ae if the lower strainer too is dirty it can be Lower strainer removed and rinsed clean It is clipped into position and can be removed by squeezing the ears and pulling it straight upwards Make sure that the clips are properly located when replacing the strainer The coarse filter Large food left overs which cannot pass through the drainage pump are collected in the coarse filter Lift
24. on or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher To reduce the risk of injury do not allow children to play in or on a dishwasher Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more Hydro gen gas is explosive If the hot water system has not been used for such a period turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will re lease any accumulated hydrogen gas Since the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this process Remove the door to the washing compartment when removing an old dishwasher from service or discarding it More about SAFETY on page 12 Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place Save These Instructions Specifications Height 32 1 4 34 1 4 850 870 mm Water consumption ie 23 1 2 595 mm Heavy wash 6 6 gal 25 liters a 22 7 16 570 mm Normal wash 5 3 gal 20 liters eight 103 4 Ibs 47 kg Light wash 3 9 gal 15 liters Capacity 12 international place settings et o Cabinet opening app 18 176 PSI Height 32 1 2 35 825 890 mm 120 Volts 60 Hz 20 Amps Width 23 5 8 24 600 608 mm Element power 1800 Watts Depth 22 7 16 57 Max loading 2050 Watts P Parts and Features Child safety catch can Door atch be engaged Ventilation grill Lower door Kick plate Feet adjustable for different
25. r It is also not advisable to place stainless steel of different qualities close to each other Load sharp knives so that they are not likely to damage the door seal Also see pages 5 15 18 What can be washed in the dishwasher and Poor dishwashing results Extra quiet operation hints Your dishwasher has been designed and engineered to not only give superior cleaning results but also to operate extremely quietly To avoid any extra clattering or thumping noises during operation e Keep sink drain plugs inserted during dishwasher operation to prevent noise transfer through drains e Load dishes so they do not touch another Make sure light weight items are secured in the rack e Make sure pot lids and handles pizza pans cookie sheets etc do not touch interior walls or interfere with either of the spray arms rotation The importance of hot water Hot water dissolves and activates dishwashing detergent dissolves grease on dishes and helps glasses dry spot free Your dishwasher has a 1400 watt heating element to heat the water to the designated settings of HI 150 degrees and LO 130 degrees To obtain proper washing results a varying temperature of the water is necessary Extremely hot water is good for normal to heavily soiled dishes pots and pans Washing lightly soiled items such as glasses and pre rinsed dishes It requires a lower water temperature to do an adequate job Since extremely high temperatures c
26. s Push in main on off button Main Power 3 A fuse has blown Check the circuit breaker Indicator Light will come on 2 The door is not closed completely a The plug in contact is not inserted in the wall socket or is wired incorrectly 14 Poor dishwashing results Try the following remedies Poor results may not always be caused by the machine Read through the chart below before contacting your servicer Possible Cause Suggested Remedy Spotting and Hard water Use the maximum recommended amount 3 tablespoons of dishwasher H filming detergent You may need a home water softener To remove hard water spots try a vinegar rinse Wash and rinse load as usual Remove all metal items from dishwasher Do not add detergent Pour two cups of vinegar into a bowl and set it on the bottom rack of the dishwasher Run the dishes through an entire wash program If the vinegar rinse doesn t work repeat the above process substituting 1 4 cup citric acid crystals available at most drug stores for the vinegar Problem Wiping with a damp cloth should remove spots from metal items For sterling and silver plated flatware rub with a towel or use a good cream silver polish Filter system Check filter system to be sure it is clean and properly installed No rinse aid Does the rinse aid dispenser need to be filled Note Used only in hard water areas Water not hot Use the HI water temperatur
27. t delay er Never use soap laundry detergent or hand washing if dishwasher detergent gets into the eyes rinse detergent in your dishwasher as they are too mild and will immediately with plenty of water cause severe over sudsing and possible leaking The foam produced prevents the machine from working properly Water hardness Amount of detergent Grains per Galion Powder or Liquid Soft water 1 tablespoon poon Med hard water 1 2 1 2 tablespoons 4 8 gpc a 8 above gpg Hardness of water Water has a different hardness or mineral content in different locations The hardness is measured in grains per gallon gpg Find out your waters hardness by asking your local water department county extension agent or water softening company Ask how many grains of hardness are in your water The harder the water is the more detergent you need For the recommended detergent amounts to use with your water follow the guidelines on ihe above chart With hard water you need more detergent to get dishes clean With soft water you need less detergent Too much detergent with soft water can cause etching a permanent cloudiness of glassware if you have hard water the dishes as well as the machine itself may accumulate a grey deposit after some time This deposit can be remedied by using a mild citric acid solution instead of detergent in the heavy wash program See also Poor dishwashing results pages 19 to 22
28. ules A Wash temperature B Final rinse temperature You will find sanitization codes and rules available from your State Health Department They will usually be found in the Mechanical Cleaning and Sanitization section fo the Food Service or Food Sanitization Rules Some states have separate rules for Bed and Breakfast establishments Be sure to check the rules for your particular application The rule will appear somewhat like this Machines using hot water for sanitizing may be used providing wash water and pumped rinse water be kept clean and water shall be maintained at not less than the temperature stated in a Single tank stationary rack single temperature machine 165 F 165 F The 1653 has been designed to meet or exceed rules which require the above sanitizing standards for commer cial applications of dishwashers these regulations may vary from state to state Should you have any questions regarding this unit MERNIG the requirements of a specific application please consult your area Public Health Department 11 Safety Door switch The machine is equipped with a door switch breaking the current and interrupting the wash cycle if the door is opened while the machine is in operation The door is also equipped with a child safety catch see text below Level control Furthermore the machine is equipped with a level control over flow automatically starting the drain pump should the water level reach a level higher th
29. ver Yellow film on sterling silver results when you wash copper utensils in the same load Silver polish will usually remove this stain Tea or coffee tannic acid Tea or coffee can stain cups Remove stains by hand using a solution of 1 2 cup bleach and 3 cups warm water Do not use on sterling silver or silver plate Allowing salty or acidic foods to remain on flatware i Discoloration of stainless steel d silver plate or J sterling silver Rinse flatware that is to stand several hours before washing Do not put stainiess steel and silver flatware in the same silverware basket compartment Direct contact between these metals can cause permanent damage to silver Stainless steel contacting silver Clean stained items with silver polish Do not use abrasives on stainless steel or silver 16 Possible Cause Suggested Remedy Distortion of plastics Plastic item has Plastics vary in their ability to tolerate heat Check washing instructions for low heat tolerance all plastic items to be sure they are dishwasher safe If they are place in top rack away from the heating element Marks on mela Porous material Use a special cleaner for plastic mine and plastics DO NOT use bleach or scouring powder on these materials If vinegar or citric acid rinse doesn t remove film the cloudiness is
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