ELVITA CDM2601V Dishwasher for Normal Household User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: ELVITA

CDM2601V Dishwasher for Normal Household
**User Guide

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for your trust and the purchase of our product. This quick start guide is supplied to help you get started using this product. Make sure you have received an undamaged product. If you do find transport damage, please contact the seller from which you purchased the product or the regional warehouse from which it was supplied.

This is a quick start guide. For your convenience, you can find the user manual online, with full information about installation, usage, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Please go to elvita.se and use the search function and the product’s model code to find the manual. To find the model code, see the instructions in the section “Find the model code”,
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WARNING!
Read the safety information and the full instructions before installing or using this product.
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NOTE!
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SAFETY

Carefully read the instructions before you install and use the product. Save the instructions and keep them near the product for future reference. All kinds of warranties shall be invalid if these instructions are not followed.

Admonitions

WARNING!
Used when there is a risk for personal injury.
CAUTION!
Used when there is a risk of damage to the product.
NOTE!
The general information that you should be aware of.
Helpful tips that you may find useful.

Intended use

This product is only intended for indoor use in a household or a household environment such as:

staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
farmhouses;
by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments;
bed and breakfast type environments.

Safety for children and people with disabilities

WARNING!
Only let the following groups use the product if they are supervised or if instructions are provided to them about how to use the product in a safe way. They must understand the hazards involved.

Children. (Children younger than 8 years old must be continuously supervised.)
People with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
People with a lack of experience and knowledge.

WARNING!

Do not let children play with the product.
Do not let children clean the product without supervision.

WARNING!
Remove the packaging material, as it can be dangerous for children.
WARNING!
Keep dishwasher detergent out of the reach of children. Dishwasher detergent is corrosive.

General safety

WARNING!

Installation and repair must only be carried out by a qualified technician.
Some dishwasher detergents are strongly alkaline. They can be extremely dangerous if swallowed. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes and keep children away from the dishwasher when the door is open.
If an overflow occurs, turn off the main water supply before calling for service.
If there is water in the base of the dishwasher due to overfilling or a small leak, the water should be removed before restarting the dishwasher.
Do not place any heavy objects on, or stand on, the door when it is open. The product could tip forward.

WARNING!
Do not leave the door in the open position since this could present a tripping hazard.
WARNING!
Risk of electric shock!

Disconnect electrical power before installing the dishwasher. Failure to do so could result in death or electrical shock.
Do not immerse the unit, power cord, or plug in water or other liquid.
This product must be earthed. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of an electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This product is equipped with a plug with an earthing conductor.

CAUTION!

Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked “dishwasher safe” or the equivalent. For plastic items that do not have this marking, check the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Use only detergent and rinse agents recommended for use in a dishwasher.
Never use soap, laundry detergent, or handwashing detergent in your dishwasher.
Do not abuse, sit on, or stand on the door or dish rack of the dishwasher.
Do not tamper with the controls when loading items to be washed.

Safety during installation

WARNING!
• Electrical equipment must be installed by professionals.
• Hoses should be installed by professionals.
WARNING!
Risk for an electric shock!

Disconnect electrical power before installing the product. Failure to do so could result in death or electrical shock.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate power socket that is installed and earthed in accordance with all local laws and regulations.
Improper connection of the earthing conductor can result in the risk of an electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the product is properly earthed.
Do not modify the plug provided with the product if it does not fit the power socket.
Have a proper power socket installed by a qualified electrician.
Ensure the dishwasher is correctly earthed before use.
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug with this product.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the earthing connection from the power cord.
Take care to avoid kinking or crushing the power cord.

CAUTION!

The inlet water pressure must be between 0.04 MPa and 1 MPa.
The product must be connected to the water supply using new hoses. Do not reuse old hoses.
If the water pipes are new or have not been used for an extended period of time, let the water run to make sure that the water is clear. This precaution is necessary to avoid the risk of the water inlet becoming blocked and damaging the product.
If your sink has a spray jet fed by a hose that is connected to the same water line as the dishwasher the safety supply hose could burst. If your sink has one, it is recommended that the safety supply hose is disconnected and the hole plugged.

CAUTION!
The product must not be tilted more than 2°.

Safety during operation

WARNING!
Do not operate your dishwasher unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
WARNING!

Do not let any item stick through the basket bottom.
Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points facing down or placed in a horizontal position.

WARNING!
Keep dishwasher detergent out of the reach of children. Dishwasher detergent is corrosive.

WARNING!

It is dangerous to open the door mid-cycle, as hot steam may scald you.
Open the door very carefully if the dishwasher is operating. There is a risk of water squirting out.
When removing dishes items will be hot. Wait 15 minutes after the program has ended before removing glass or cutlery.

CAUTION!
If the water pipes are new or have not been used for an extended period of time, let the water run to make sure that the water is clear. This precaution is necessary to avoid the risk of the water inlet becoming blocked and damaging the product.

CAUTION!

Only use a detergent that is specifically intended for dishwasher use. Keep your detergent fresh and dry.
Do not put powdered detergent into the dispenser until you are ready to wash dishes.
Only use branded rinse aid that is formulated for dishwashers. Never fill the rinse aid dispenser with any other substances (e.g. dishwasher cleaning agent, liquid detergent). This would damage the product.
Only use salt specifically designed for dishwasher use. Any other type of salt that is not specifically designed for dishwasher use, especially table salt, will damage the water softener. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover any damage that results from the use of unsuitable salt.
Only fill with salt before running a cycle. This will prevent any grains of salt or salty water that may have been spilled from remaining on the bottom of the machine for any period of time, which may cause corrosion.

CAUTION!

When cleaning the filters, do not over-tighten the filters. Refit the filters securely in the correct order, otherwise coarse debris could get into the system and cause a blockage.
Never use the dishwasher without the filters in place. Incorrect replacement of the filters may reduce the performance of the product and damage dishes and utensils.

CAUTION!
Place sharp items so that they are not likely to damage the door seal.
Washing dishes using this dishwasher consumes less energy and water than doing it by hand, provided that you use the machine for household purposes and follow the instructions in this manual.

Safety during maintenance

WARNING!

Installation and repair must only be carried out by a qualified technician.
Any repair performed by someone who is not a qualified technician puts the users of the product at risk of personal injury.
Any warranty claim resulting from repairs performed by someone who is not a qualified technician shall not be covered by the warranty.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

WARNING!
Disconnect the product from the mains before cleaning and carrying out maintenance on the product.

CAUTION!

To avoid penetration of water into the door lock and electrical components, do not use a spray cleaner of any kind.
Do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products to clean the exterior and rubber parts of the dishwasher.
Never use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on the outer surfaces, as they may scratch the finish. Some paper towels may also scratch or leave marks on the surface.

CAUTION!

When cleaning the filters, do not over-tighten the filters. Refit the filters securely in the correct order, otherwise coarse debris could get into the system and cause a blockage.
Never use the dishwasher without the filters in place. Incorrect replacement of the filters may reduce the performance of the product and damage dishes and utensils.

Disposal

Before you dispose of the product, cut off the power cord and ensure that the door lock is disabled.
Dispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendly manner. Recycling packaging, while observing national and local regulations, can reduce the consumption of raw materials and the amount of waste in landfill sites.
This product is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product should not be treated as household waste. Instead, it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact the relevant municipal body in charge of waste management, your household waste disposal service, or the store where you purchased the product.

QUICKSTART

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DISHWASHER

Controls

A. On/Off
B. Options, settings, and functions
C. Display
D. Programme selector
E. Start/Pause

Symbols on the display

Detergent dispenser and rinse aid dispenser

A. Detergent dispenser
B. Rinse aid dispenser

WARNING!
Do not use soap, laundry detergent, or handwashing detergent in your dishwasher. Only use detergent and rinse aid that is specifically intended for dishwasher use.

Use the child lock

Activate the child lock to avoid accidental operation by children.

Press and hold and ½ for 3 seconds until the indicator light is lit.
All buttons except are now locked.
Press and hold ****and ½ for 3 seconds to deactivate the child lock.

NOTE! Turning the power off and on will deactivate the child lock.

Programmes

Programme	Description
90 min	For normally soiled loads that need a quick wash.
ECO	The recommended program for normally soiled dishes is that it reduces

energy and water consumption.
Intensive| For heavily soiled crockery, and normally soiled pots, pans, dishes, etc., with dried-on food.
Rapid| A shorter wash for lightly soiled loads that do not need drying.

Options, settings, and functions

| Auto open
Opens the dishwasher door automatically at the end of the programme. This improves the drying results.
This function is always active and cannot be turned off.
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| Child lock
Prevents accidental use of the machine. See section “Use the child lock”, page 12.
**| Delay
Delays the start of the washing programme by a specified amount of time. Maximum delay time is 9 hours.
| Extra drying
Gives the dishes an extra thorough drying.
| Half load**
Saves energy and water. Can be used when half or less than half of the dishwasher’s place settings are being used.

BEFORE FIRST USE

CAUTION!
Before washing, make sure the dishwasher is correctly installed.

You need to add salt to the water softener to remove minerals and salts from the water that would have an adverse effect on the operation of the dishwasher. See section “Add salt to the water softener”, page 14.

Adjust the water softener level
Set the water softener level according to the hardness of the water in your area. See the following table to select the appropriate level. Your local water authority can advise you on the local water hardness.

*Regeneration occurs in every X program sequence.

Water hardness German °dH| French °fH| British °Clarke| mmol/l| Water softener level| Regeneration occurrence*| Salt consumption (grams/cycle)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
0 – 5| 0 – 9| 0 – 6| 0 – 0.94| H1 – indicator light is lit| No regeneration| 0
6 – 11| 10 – 20| 7 – 14| 1.0 – 2.0| H2 – indicator light is lit| 10| 9
12 – 17| 21 – 30| 15 – 21| 2.1 – 3.0| H3 – and indicator lights are lit| 5| 12
18 – 22| 31 – 40| 22 – 28| 3.1 – 4.0| H4 – indicator light is lit| 3| 20
23 – 34| 41 – 60| 29 – 42| 4.1 – 6.0| H5 – and indicator lights are lit| 2| 30
35 – 55| 61 – 98| 43 – 69| 6.1 – 9.8| H6 – and indicator lights are lit| 1| 60

*Regeneration occurs in every X program sequence.
NOTE!
Every cycle with a regeneration operation increases the water consumption by 2.0 liters of water, the energy consumption by 0.02 kWh, and the program duration by 4 minutes.

Close the door.
Press **** to turn on the machine.
Within 60 seconds, press and hold for more than 5 seconds to enter the water softener setup mode.
Press to cycle through the available water softener levels (H1, H2, H3 (default), H4, H5, H6).
Press **** to confirm and exit the water softener setup mode.

You will exit the water softener setup mode if you leave the settings unchanged for 5 seconds.

Add salt to the water softener
Do this when the indicator light is lit.
CAUTION!

Only use salt specifically intended for dishwasher use. Any other type of salt, especially table salt, will damage the water softener.
Only fill with salt immediately before running a cycle. Salt or salty water that is spilled and left on the bottom of the machine for some time may cause corrosion. If salt is spilled, run the Rapid program to remove the spill.

Remove the lower basket.
Unscrew the cap.
Place the end of the funnel into the hole.
Add about 1.5 kg of dishwasher salt.
Remove the funnel from the hole.
Fill the salt container to its maximum limit with water. (It is normal for a small amount of water to come out of the salt container).
NOTE! Only fill the salt container with water the very first time you add salt to the water softener.
Screw the cap back on tightly and close the door.
The indicator light is no longer lit.
NOTE! Depending on how well the salt dissolves, the indicator light may still be lit even though the salt container has been filled.
Immediately start a short washing program.
CAUTION! After adding salt to the water softener you should immediately start a washing program.
Otherwise, the filter system, pump, or other important parts of the machine may be damaged by salty water.

Run an empty load
Make sure that the machine is installed properly.

Plug in the power cord.
Open the water tap.
Start a programme.

NOTE! Do not put any dishes in the machine.
The machine is ready for use when the program has been completed.

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