DE DIETRICH DQC840BE1 - Manual (Page 4)

• Use
— This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
— When machine is running, do not open door. This may provoke steam leakage or splattering of
water.
— Only use products specially designed for your dishwasher (water softening salt, detergent and
rinsing products).
— As far as possible, avoid opening the dishwasher’s door when it is operating, and in particular
during the heating phases, because scalding steam may escape or you may be splashed with hot
water. The machine is fitted
with a safety system that immediately blocks the dishwasher’s operation if the door is opened.
— Never use chemical solvents in your appliance because these could cause an explosion.
— Always close your appliance’s door after loading or removing your items.
— Do not lean or sit on your appliance’s door when it is open.
— You are strongly advised to disconnect the machine after use and turn off the water supply.
— Unplug your machine before carrying out any technical work on it.
— Avoid placing your machine immediately next to a cooking or heating appliance to prevent any
risk of heat damage;
— Do not place any items in your machine, which are not certified as dishwasher safe.
— If you have removed an item before the end of the washing programme, it is important to rinse it
carefully to remove any residual washing products.
— If your appliance breaks down, never attempt to repair it yourself. Any repairs made by
non-qualified personnel can cause significant damage or lack of control.
— The machine complies with applicable safety regulations. Any repairs should be carried out by
qualified technicians. Repairs or changes that do not conform may be dangerous for the users.
In case of replacement, only use original parts.
— If the machine malfunctions due to other causes than those mentioned in this booklet, disconnect
the machine (remove the plug) or break the circuit concerned and contact after-sales service.
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
This appliance’s packaging material is recyclable. Help recycle it and protect the environment by
dropping it off in the municipal receptacles provided for this purpose.
Your appliance also contains a great amount of recyclable material. It is marked with this
label to indicate that in countries that are a members of the European Union the used
appliances should not be mixed with other waste. This way, the appliance recycling
organised by your manufacturer will be done under the best possible conditions, in
compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment. Contact your town hall or your retailer for the used appliance collection points
closest to your home.
We thank you doing your part to protect the environment.
• ECONOMICAL, ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY WASHING
— Remove any food residue from your crockery (bones, pips, etc.)
— Do not pre-wash your items by hand (useless waste of water).
— Utilise your dishwasher’s capabilities to the full for an economical, environmentally friendly wash.
— Always select a washing programme suitable for the crockery type and how dirty they are.
— Avoid overdosing with detergent, regenerating salt and rinsing liquid. Follow the
recommendations in this guide (pages 39-40-41) and the instructions on the product packs.
— Ensure that the water softener is correctly set (see page 40).
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