ASKO D3152 - Manual (Page 10)

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Basic Course
Below are step-by-step instructions to help you
achieve the best possible dishwashing results.
Load the baskets correctly!
Thanks to Self Cleaning System, you
do not need to rinse the dishes under
running water. Simply remove large food
particles and debris. Convenient and environ-
mentally-friendly!
Place glasses, cups, bowls, side plates,
and dishes in the upper basket, wine glasses
should be placed on the shelf with the wavy
edge, and knives in the knife stand if present.
Note!
Ensure that all soiled surfaces face inwards
or downwards!
Place dinner plates, side plates, serving
dishes, saucepans, and silverware (in the
silverware basket) in the lower basket. The
removable plate insert, which comes with
certain models, can be easily removed to
provide room for large plates, saucepans, and
pots, or placed in three alternative positions.
Stand the silverware with handles downward
and as spread out as possible. Ensure that
spoons are not resting inside each other.
Do not put silverware made of different ma-
terials - such as silver and stainless steel - in
the same compartment (risk of stains).
The silverware basket has a folding flap in
the middle for small items or narrow shafts,
such as electric whisks.
Place long silverware and carving knives
in the special knife box (if present) or in the
upper basket.
Check that the spray arms are able to
move freely.
See the section entitled Fragile Dishes if you
want to wash objects that may be fragile.
Dishwashing detergent
We recommend that you use
only unscented, granular automatic
dishwashing detergent. Using the
wrong detergent could cause flooding
and/or damage your dishwasher. Do not
use detergent that has been wet and is
clumped. Also, check the expiration date
on the container.
The amount of detergent needed can vary
due to differences in water hardness. To
determine the water hardness in your area,
contact your local water utility or area water
softening company. The harder the water,
the more detergent you may need. Refer to
the chart below for the recommended de-
tergent amounts based on water hardness.
Remember, you should adjust the amount
of detergent you use by small amounts
until you find the correct amount.
Twelve grains and higher is extremely
hard water and detergent alone may not
be enough. You may need to use a water