CDA WC142 (01) PDF Document

Please adhere to the following important guidelines when using your CDA WC142 dishwasher:

• Read the instructions prior to installation and use of the appliance.

• Do not lean or climb on the open dishwasher door to prevent damage.

• Close the dishwasher door after use to prevent accidents.

• Use only detergents, salt, and rinse aid specifically designed for dishwashers.

• Do not put solvents in the dishwasher detergent compartment to prevent the risk of explosion.

• Only put dishwasher-safe items into the dishwasher. If in doubt, check with the manufacturer of the items.

• Take care when loading the dishwasher to observe the recommendations for best loading practice, and also to ensure that sharp objects such as knives are placed blade down to prevent accidents.

• Do not open the dishwasher door when a programme is running. If it is necessary to do so, then open it only slightly to allow the dishwasher to pause the programme and prevent any water from spilling out. Remember that the water in the dishwasher can be very hot when the programme is running.

• When the dishwasher is not in use, we recommend that you turn off the water supply at the supply tap and disconnect the main supply.

• If you are leaving the dishwasher for an extended period, you should leave the door slightly open to prevent the formation of unpleasant smells.

• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• The plastic housing on the water inlet pipe contains an electrically operated valve. The wires that connect to this valve are inside the inlet hose. Do not cut through the inlet hose and do not put the plastic housing in water.

• Children could get locked inside the appliance. Therefore, when disposing of an old appliance cut off the plug and set it aside. Damage the door lock so that the door can no longer be closed.

• To reduce energy and water consumption, remove all dirt residues from the dishes prior to loading the dishwasher.

• Only run the dishwasher when fully loaded.

• Place hollow items (bowls, glasses, and pans) face down in the basket.

1. Set the water softener level as required by the water hardness in the area.

2. Add 1kg of salt into the salt compartment and then fill with water to the top of the salt compartment.

3. Remove all the packaging materials from the interior of the dishwasher.

4. Fill the rinse aid compartment.

5. Run a hot programme without any dishes in the dishwasher.

The control panel has several buttons and indicator lights:

Power Button (1): Press this to switch the dishwasher on or off. When you switch it on, the ‘End of programme’ light will illuminate.

Programme Selection Button (2): The dishwasher defaults to the ‘Eco’ programme. To select an alternative programme, press this button several times until the light next to the required programme is illuminated.

Delay Timer Button (3) and Indicator Lights: The dishwasher has a delay timer of three, six, or nine hours. Press the ‘Delay Timer’ button to set it for three hours (3h light illuminates). Press it again to cycle through 6h or 9h. To cancel the timer, press the button until none of the delay timer indicator lights are illuminated.

Salt Warning Light: Illuminates when the dishwasher salt needs refilling.

Rinse Aid Warning Light: Illuminates when the rinse aid needs refilling.

End of Programme Light: Illuminates and the dishwasher emits five beeps when the programme is complete.

1. Press the Power button.

2. Press the ‘Programme selection’ button until the required ‘Programme’ light is illuminated.

3. If required, press the ‘Delay Timer’ button.

4. Once the power is switched on, the ‘End of programme’ indicator light will switch on.

5. Once a programme is selected, the ‘End of programme’ Indicator light will switch off, and the ‘Programme Indicator’ light will switch on.

6. When you close the dishwasher door the programme will start automatically.

Please note: The dishwasher stores the most recently used programme in its memory. To change the programme, simply press the ‘Programme Selection’ button.

Changing a Programme:

1. First open the door slightly to reduce the risk of water spillage.

2. Press the ‘Programme selection’ button until the required ‘Programme indicator’ light is illuminated.

3. Then close the door. The dishwasher will begin the new programme from the point at which the old programme stopped.

Cancelling a Programme:

1. First open the door slightly to reduce the risk of water spillage.

2. Press and hold the ‘Programme selection’ button for approximately three seconds, until the ‘End of programme’ Indicator light flashes and the ‘Programme Indicator’ light switches off.

3. Then close the door. The dishwasher will drain for approximately thirty seconds. Once this is complete, the dishwasher will beep five times and the ‘End of programme’ Indicator light will switch on.

1. Once the dishwasher beeps five times, and the ‘End of programme’ Indicator light switches on, the dishwasher can be switched off by pressing the ‘Power’ button.

2. Then turn off the water tap and remove the plug from the power socket.

Please note: The dishwasher will automatically continue on the programme it has started if the door is opened and closed or after a power cut.

1. Push the latch to open the compartment.

2. Add the required amount of detergent. The main detergent compartment has lines marked at either 15cm³ or 25cm³, depending on how dirty the dishes are. If your dishes need an intensive wash, add 5cm³ of detergent into the prewash section of the compartment.

3. Then close the detergent compartment lid until the latch locks.

Please note: You should only use detergents designed specifically for use in dishwashers. If using dishwasher tablets, always use the detergent compartment, do not put them in the main body of the dishwasher or in the cutlery basket.

1. Remove the lower dishwasher basket and then unscrew the salt compartment cap.

2. Fill the compartment with dishwasher salt (do not use table salt). Before first use, you should fill the compartment with 1kg of dishwasher salt and then fill up the salt compartment with water (up to the brim of the compartment).

3. Replace the cap and the lower basket.

When the ‘Salt Warning’ light on the control panel illuminates, you should refill the salt compartment with salt only – do not add water to the salt compartment after the first use. You should run a programme immediately after adding dishwasher salt to prevent any damage to the dishwasher systems.

To find out your water hardness level, you can use the supplied test strip or contact your local water board.

Using the Test Strip:

1. Open the testing strip.

2. Run water through the tap for one minute.

3. Hold the testing strip in water for one second.

4. Shake the testing strip after taking it out of the water.

5. Wait for one minute.

6. Check the number of marks on the strip to see the level of water hardness.

Adjusting the Softener Level (preset to level 3):

1. Press and hold down the “Programme Selection” button.

2. Press the “Power Button” to switch on the dishwasher.

3. Keep the “Programme Selection” button pressed until the five “Programme Indicator” lights and the “End of Programme Indicator” light flash.

4. To adjust the level, press the “Programme Selection” button until the required level is selected. The “Programme” lights will illuminate as shown in the table below.

5. To store the selected water hardness level, press the “Power” button.

To fill the rinse aid compartment:

1. Open the rinse aid compartment by turning and removing the cap.

2. Fill the rinse aid compartment until the rinse aid indicator goes dark (an empty compartment is light, a full one is dark).

3. Replace the cap, ensuring the markers on the cap line up with the compartment prior to screwing the cap back in place.

Rinse Aid Adjustment:

The level of rinse aid use is preset to 4. You can adjust the level by turning the adjuster inside the dispenser opening. If water stains form on the dishes after a wash, the level should be increased. If blue stains which can be wiped away are left on the dishes after a wash, the level should be decreased.

To adjust the height of the upper basket:

1. Open the basket retaining clips by turning them to the side.

2. Remove the upper basket, and relocate the alternate set of wheels on the runner, pushing the basket back into place.

3. Close the basket retaining clips.

Loading Guidelines:

• Upper basket: Suitable for smaller, more delicate items like glasses, cups, saucers, and small bowls.

• Lower basket: Suitable for larger items like pots, pans, lids, serving dishes, and plates.

• Avoid stacking items on top of each other as this can block the water spray.

• Ensure items do not obstruct the rotation of the spray arms.

• The capacity is 13 place settings. For standard test loading, the upper basket should be adjusted to the high position, and cups should be placed onto the dish rack pins.

Warning: Short programmes do not include a drying stage.

Before beginning any care or maintenance, always disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply and turn off the water supply.

Door seals: Wipe the dishwasher door seals regularly with a damp cloth to remove any residues.

Filters (clean at least once a month):

1. Remove the lower basket.

2. Turn the microfilter anticlockwise and then lift it out.

3. Remove the coarse filter from the microfilter.

4. Remove the base filter from the dishwasher compartment.

5. Clean and rinse the filters thoroughly before replacing all sections in reverse order. The microfilter should lock into place once it is secure. Never run a programme without the filters in place.

Spray arms (clean at least once a month):

1. Remove the lower basket.

2. Pull the lower spray arm upwards to remove it.

3. To remove the upper spray arm, first remove the nut on the upper spray arm by turning it.

4. Clean and rinse the spray arms thoroughly before replacing them. Ensure the upper spray arm nut is securely tightened when refitting.

Dishwasher interior: To deal with an accumulation of dirt, oil, or limescale, run an intensive programme with detergent when the dishwasher is empty. Alternatively, use specialist dishwasher cleaners.

The programme indicators serve as a diagnostic display. The lights correspond to the programme buttons from left to right: Intensive, Super, Eco, Quick, Prewash.

If the programme will not start, check the following:

• Check the plug, fuse and circuit breakers of the mains supply.

• Ensure the water tap is not turned off.

• Make sure the dishwasher door is fully closed.

• Check if the water inlet filter or the machine filters are blocked.

If water remains inside the dishwasher at the end of a programme:

• The water drain hose may be blocked or kinked.

• The filters may be blocked.

If the dishwasher stops in the middle of a programme:

• There may be a power failure.

• There may be a water inlet failure.

• The programme may be on standby.

If the wash performance is of a low standard, check for the following issues:

• Poor loading of dishes is hindering wash performance.

• Insufficient detergent has been added.

• An inappropriate wash programme was selected.

• The spray arm is blocked.

• Filters are clogged or incorrectly fitted.

• The water drain pump is blocked.

For white stains on the dishes:

• Insufficient detergent was added.

• The rinse aid setting is too low.

• There is insufficient dishwasher salt.

• The water softener setting is too low.

• The salt compartment cap may not be completely closed.

For rust stains on the dishes:

• Different sets of cutlery should be kept separate.

• Too much salt is being used (the water softener setting is too high).

• The salt compartment cap is not completely closed.

• There might be a poor appliance earth (check mains electrical supply).

If your dishes are not completely dry, consider the following:

• A programme without a drying stage was selected (e.g., Super, Quick).

• The rinse aid setting is too low.

• Dishes were unloaded too soon (allow time for drying).

This is likely due to the door tension not being correctly adjusted for the decor door. Ensure the hinge tensioners are adjusted to balance the weight of the door.

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.

2. Fit a replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type, into the fuse cover.

3. Replace the fuse cover. Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in position.

If connecting an alternative plug, it must be rated at least 13Amp to BS 1363. Proceed as follows:

• The wire coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter (E) or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN and YELLOW.

• The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter (N) or coloured BLACK or BLUE.

• The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter (L) or coloured RED or BROWN.

Ensure the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible place. Do not shorten the supply cable.

• Do not install the appliance if it is damaged. Do not hold the appliance by the door or control panel to move it.

• The water supply tap should be in an adjacent cupboard for access after installation.

• Ensure the appliance is level by adjusting the feet.

• Only use the water inlet hose supplied.

Drain hose:

• Can be connected to a water drain or a sink outlet spigot. If connecting to a spigot, ensure it is cut/opened before attaching the hose.

• Observe the 150mm minimum height distance between the spigot and drain hose support.

• The drain hose support must be secured at a minimum of 60cm and a maximum of 110cm from the floor and must be higher than the sink waste.

• The hose should be no longer than 4m and must be free from kinks, debris, or damage.

Inlet hose:

• Must be free from kinks, debris, or damage.

• Should have a bend radius of 200mm minimum to ensure proper water flow.

• Ensure the supply to the hose (water valve) is turned on.

When using non-standard decor doors, follow the supplied fitting template and instructions as normal, but with an adjustment.

The fitting template needs to be located lower down the fascia door. The amount of offset, Y, depends on the height of the fascia door. It can be calculated as:

Y = [Height of your fascia door] – 723mm.

For example, if you have a 731mm tall fascia door, then Y = 731 – 723 = 8mm. The template should be offset down from the top of the door by 8mm.

After fitting, ensure that the hinge tensioners are adjusted to balance the weight of the door.

After completing the installation, test that the appliance fills and drains without issue on any programme. Below are two potential faults you may encounter:

• Fault Code F05 (Intensive and Prewash lights flash): This indicates an inadequate water supply. Check that the inlet hose is free from kinks and blockages, and that the mains water supply is on.

• Fault Code F01, F02 (Eco, Quick, and Prewash lights flash): This indicates a drainage issue. Check that the drain hose is free from kinks and blockages and is installed at the correct height with the support fitted correctly.

* Energy consumption based on 280 standard cleaning cycles using cold water fill. Actual consumption will depend on usage.

** Water consumption based on 280 standard cleaning cycles. Actual consumption will depend on usage.

***Drying efficiency class on a scale from G (least efficient) to A (most efficient).

**** The “Eco 50 °C” is the standard cleaning cycle to which the information relates.