Indesit Dishwasher Daily Reference Guide

Product Description

Appliance

The appliance consists of the following parts:

• 1. Upper rack
• 2. Foldable flaps
• 3. Upper rack height adjuster
• 4. Upper spray arm
• 5. Lower rack
• 6. Cutlery basket
• 7. Lower spray arm
• 8. Filter Assembly
• 9. Salt reservoir
• 10. Detergent and Rinse Aid dispensers
• 11. Rating plate
• 12. Control panel

Control Panel

The control panel features the following:

• 1. ON-OFF / Reset button with indicator light
• 2. Program selection button
• 3. Program indicator lights
• 4. START/Pause button with indicator light

Program selection buttons include:

• ECO (50°)
• 65°
• 55°
• 45° (40')
• 1/2 (Half Load)

First Time Use: Salt, Rinse Aid and Detergent

Advice Regarding First Time Use

After installation, remove stoppers from racks and elastic elements from the upper rack.

Filling the Salt Reservoir

Salt prevents limescale formation. The salt reservoir must never be empty. Setting water hardness is important.

The salt reservoir is located in the lower part of the dishwasher. Fill when the green float on the cap is no longer visible.

1. Remove the lower rack and unscrew the reservoir cap (anticlockwise).
2. First time only: fill the salt reservoir with water.
3. Position the funnel and fill the salt reservoir to the edge (approx. 1 kg). Some water may leak out.
4. Remove the funnel and wipe any salt residue from the opening.

Ensure the cap is tightly screwed to prevent detergent from entering the water softener, which could cause damage.

Always complete salt refilling before starting a wash cycle to avoid corrosion.

Setting the Water Hardness

To ensure the water softener works correctly, set it according to your local water hardness. Contact your water supplier for this information.

Factory default is set. To adjust:

1. Switch on the appliance (ON/OFF button).
2. Switch off the appliance (ON/OFF button).
3. Press and hold button P for 5 seconds until a beep is heard.
4. Switch on the appliance (ON/OFF button). The current level's indicator light flashes.
5. Press button P to select the desired hardness level (see Water Hardness Table).

Water Hardness Table:

Switch off the appliance (ON/OFF button). Setting is complete!

Run a program without loading immediately after setting. Use only dishwasher-specific salt. Failure to fill the salt container can damage the water softener and heating element due to limescale. Salt use is recommended with any dishwasher detergent.

Filling the Rinse Aid Dispenser

Rinse aid aids drying. Fill dispenser A when the optical indicator on door C becomes transparent.

1. Open dispenser B by pressing and pulling the tab.
2. Pour rinse aid (max. 110 ml), avoiding overflow. Clean spills immediately with a dry cloth.
3. Press lid down until it clicks shut.

Never pour rinse aid directly into the appliance tub.

Adjusting the Dosage of Rinse Aid

If drying results are not satisfactory, adjust rinse aid quantity.

1. Switch on (ON/OFF).
2. Switch off (ON/OFF).
3. Press button P three times (a beep will be heard).
4. Switch on (ON/OFF). The current level's indicator light flashes.
5. Press button P to select rinse aid quantity level.
6. Switch off (ON/OFF). Setting is complete!

Level 1 (ECO) supplies no rinse aid. Up to 5 levels can be set. Factory settings are model-specific.

• For bluish streaks on dishes, set a low number (2-3).
• For water drops or limescale marks, set a mid-range number (4-5).

Filling the Detergent Dispenser

Use opening device D to open the dispenser. Add detergent to the dry dispenser E only. Place pre-wash detergent directly in the tub.

1. Refer to previous information for detergent quantity. Dispenser E has markings for dosing.
2. Remove detergent residues from dispenser edges and close cover until it clicks.
3. Close dispenser lid by pulling up until secured.

The dispenser opens automatically. Using non-dishwasher detergent may cause malfunction or damage.

Programs Table

* ECO program data measured under laboratory conditions according to European Standard EN 60436:2020.

Note for Test Laboratories: For comparative EN testing conditions, email dw_test_support@whirlpool.com.

Pre-treatment of dishes is not needed before any program.

*) Values for programs other than Eco are indicative. Actual time may vary based on water temperature/pressure, room temperature, detergent amount, load quantity/type, load balancing, options, and sensor calibration (up to 20 min increase).

Programs Description

Instructions on wash cycle selection:

• 1 ECO: Suitable for normally soiled tableware. Most efficient in energy and water consumption. Used for EU Ecodesign legislation compliance.
• 2 INTENSIVE: Recommended for heavily soiled crockery, pans, and saucepans. Not for delicate items.
• 3 MIXED: For normally soiled dishes with dried food residues.
• 4 RAPID 40': For half load of lightly-soiled dishes with no dried food residues. No drying phase.
• 5 HALF LOAD: Ideal for washing a half load of lightly or normally soiled crockery.

Notes: Cycle Rapid 40' is for lightly soiled dishes.

Loading the Racks

Upper Rack

Load delicate and light dishes: glasses, cups, saucers, low salad bowls.

(Diagram shows example loading for the upper rack)

Lower Rack

For pots, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. Large plates and lids should ideally be placed at the sides to avoid interference with the spray arm.

(Diagram shows example loading for the lower rack)

Adjusting the Height of the Upper Rack

The upper basket height can be adjusted: high position for bulky lower basket items, low position for more space upwards. The upper rack has a height adjuster. Without pressing levers, lift the rack by its sides until stable in the upper position. To lower, press levers (A) at the sides and move the basket down.

Recommendation: Do not adjust rack height when loaded. Never raise or lower the basket on one side only.

Cutlery Basket

Fitted with top grids for improved cutlery arrangement. Position at the front of the lower rack.

Knives and sharp utensils must be placed with points downwards or horizontally in the upper rack's tip-up compartments.

Foldable Flaps with Adjustable Position

Side foldable flaps can be folded or unfolded to optimize crockery arrangement. Wine glasses can be placed safely by inserting the stem into slots.

To unfold: Slide up and rotate, or release from snaps and pull down.

To fold: Rotate and slide flaps down, or pull up and attach to snaps.

Daily Use

1. Check Water Connection: Ensure dishwasher is connected to water supply and tap is open.
2. Switch On Dishwasher: Open door and press ON/OFF button.
3. Load Racks: Refer to "Loading the Racks".
4. Fill Detergent Dispenser.
5. Choose Program and Customize Cycle: Select program based on crockery type and soiling level (see "Programs Description") by pressing P button.
6. Start: Press START/Pause button (LED lit) and close door within 4 seconds. A beep indicates program start. If door not closed within 4 sec., an alarm sounds. Re-open, press START/Pause, and close within 4 sec.
7. End of Wash Cycle: Cycle end indicated by beeps and flashing program light. Open door and switch off (ON/OFF button). Wait a few minutes before unloading to avoid burns. Unload racks starting with the lower one.

The machine switches off automatically during extended inactivity to save electricity.

If crockery is lightly soiled or pre-rinsed, reduce detergent amount.

Modifying a Running Program

If a program was started incorrectly, it can be changed if it has just begun:

1. Open door.
2. Press and hold ON/OFF button to switch off.
3. Switch on again (ON/OFF), select new cycle/options.
4. Start by pressing START/Pause and closing door within 4 sec.

Adding Extra Crockery

Without switching off, open door (START/Pause LED blinks) (beware of hot steam!). Place crockery inside. Press START/Pause and close door within 4 sec. Cycle resumes from interruption point.

Accidental Interruptions

If the door is opened during a cycle or power fails, the cycle stops. Press START/Pause and close door within 4 sec. to resume from interruption point.

Advice and Tips

General Tips

• Before loading, remove food residues and empty glasses. Rinsing under running water is not necessary.
• Arrange crockery firmly to prevent tipping. Place containers with openings facing downwards and concave/convex parts obliquely for water reach.
• Warning: Lids, handles, trays, and frying pans must not obstruct spray arm rotation.
• Place small items in the cutlery basket.
• Very soiled dishes/pans should go in the lower basket for stronger water spray and better performance.
• After loading, ensure spray arms rotate freely.

Unsuitable Crockery

• Wooden crockery and cutlery.
• Delicate decorated glasses, artistic handicraft, antique crockery (decorations may not be resistant).
• Parts in synthetic material not withstanding high temperatures.
• Copper and tin crockery.
• Crockery soiled with ash, wax, lubricating grease, or ink.

Colours on glass decorations and aluminium/silver pieces may fade. Some glass types (e.g., crystal) may become opaque after several wash cycles.

Damage to Glass and Crockery

• Use only glasses and porcelain guaranteed dishwasher-safe by the manufacturer.
• Use a delicate detergent suitable for crockery.
• Collect glasses and cutlery as soon as the wash cycle is over.

Tips on Energy Saving

• When used per manufacturer's instructions, dishwasher washing consumes less energy/water than hand washing.
• Maximize efficiency by running the cycle when the dishwasher is fully loaded. Loading to manufacturer's capacity saves energy and water. Refer to "Loading" chapter for details.
• For partial loads, use dedicated options (Half load/Zone Wash/Multizone) if available. Incorrect loading or overloading may increase resource usage (water, energy, time, noise) and reduce cleaning/drying performance.
• Manual pre-rinsing increases water/energy consumption and is not recommended.

Hygiene

To prevent odors and sediment, run a high-temperature program at least once a month. Use a teaspoon of detergent and run without loading to clean the appliance.

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning the Filter Assembly

Regularly clean the filter assembly to prevent clogging and ensure proper waste water flow. Clogged filters or foreign objects can cause malfunction, loss of performance, noise, or higher resource usage.

The filter assembly has three parts to remove food residues.

The dishwasher must not be used without filters or if the filter is loose.

At least monthly or after every 30 cycles, check and clean the filter assembly under running water with a non-metallic brush:

1. Turn cylindrical filter A anticlockwise and pull out.
2. Remove cup filter B by pressing side flaps.
3. Slide out stainless-steel plate filter C.
4. Carefully remove any foreign objects (broken glass, porcelain, bones, seeds, etc.).
5. Inspect trap and remove food residues. NEVER REMOVE the wash-cycle pump protection (black detail).

After cleaning, re-place and fix the filter assembly correctly for efficient operation.

Cleaning the Spray Arms

Food residue can encrust spray arms and block holes. Check and clean arms periodically with a small non-metallic brush.

To remove upper spray arm: Turn plastic locking ring clockwise. Re-place with the side with more holes facing upwards.

The lower spray arm can be removed by pulling upwards.

Cleaning the Water Inlet Hose

If hoses are new or unused for a long time, run water to ensure it's clear before connecting. Otherwise, the inlet could block and damage the dishwasher.

Water Softening System

Automatically reduces water hardness, preventing scale buildup and improving cleaning efficiency. Regenerates using salt; refill salt container when empty.

Regeneration frequency depends on water hardness setting. It occurs once per 5 Eco cycles with hardness level set to 3.

Regeneration process starts in final rinse and finishes in drying phase.

• Single regeneration consumes: ~3.5L water.
• Takes up to 5 additional minutes for the cycle.
• Consumes below 0.005kWh of energy.

Troubleshooting

If your dishwasher isn't working properly, check this list. For other issues, contact authorized After-Sales Service (details in warranty booklet). Spare parts available for 7 or 10 years.

Policies, standard documentation, ordering of spare parts, and additional product information can be found by:

• Using QR code on your product.
• Visiting our website docs.indesit.eu and parts-selfservice.whirlpool.com
• Alternatively, contact our After-sales Service (See phone number in the warranty booklet).

When contacting After-Sales Service, state the codes from your product's identification plate.

Model information can be retrieved using the QR-Code on the energy label. The label also includes the model identifier for the registry portal at https://eprel.ec.europa.eu.