IKEA 404.755.53 Medelstor Integrated Dishwasher Instruction Manual

IKEA 404.755.53 Medelstor Integrated Dishwasher

Safety Information

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

SAFETY WARNINGS

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 I they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children under 8 years of age and persons with pervasive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Do not let children play with the device. Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door is open.

• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision. Keep detergents away from children.
• Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position.
• Do not leave the appliance with the open door unattended to avoid stepping accidentally onto it.
• This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed 8 breakfast, and other residential type environments.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum) must be between 0.5 (0.05)/ 10 (1.0) bar (MPa).
• A Follow the maximum number of 10 place settings.
• The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using the newly supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be reused.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• if the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
• if the appliance has ventilation openings in the base, they must not be covered e.g. by a carpet.
• Do not use high-pressure water sprays or steam to clean the appliance

Permitted use

• Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Do not remove the dishes from the appliance until the program is complete. Some detergent may remain on the dishes.
• Do not store items or apply pressure on the open door of the appliance.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not drink and play with the water in the appliance.
• The appliance can release hot steam if you open the door while a program operates.

Installation

• The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons – risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install- risk of cuts. Always take care when moving the appliance and use the enclosed footwear.
• Installation, including water supply and electrical connections, and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician. Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance. Remove all the packaging and make sure that it has not been damaged during transport.
• In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest Authorised Service Centre. Do not install or use a damaged appliance
• Do not use the appliance before installing it in the built-in structure. The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation risk of electric shock. During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable – risk of fire or electric shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has been completed.
• Install the appliance in a safe and suitable place that meets installation requirements. Keep the minimum distance from other appliances and units. Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature is less than 0 °C. Carry out all cabinet cutting works before fitting the appliance in the furniture and remove all wood chips and sawdust.
• Do not cause damage to the water hoses. Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used for a long time, where repair work has been carried out or new devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let the water flow until I IS clean and clear. Ensure that there are no visible water leaks during and after the first use of the appliance.

WARNING: Dangerous voltage. The water inlet hose has a safety valve and a sheath with an inner mains cable.

• if the water inlet hose is damaged, immediately close the water tap and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Contact the Authorised Service Centre to replace the water inlet hose.

Electrical warnings

• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the main power supply.
• Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The appliance must be earthed. Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation.
• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Do not pull the main cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• This appliance is fitted with a 13 A mains plug. If it is necessary to change the mains plug fuse, use only a 13 A ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and Ireland only).
• To replace the power cable or the internal lighting, contact the Authorized Service Centre.
• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance.
• They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

Environmental concerns

SAFETY WARNINGS

• Dishwasher detergents are dangerous
• Follow the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.
• Disconnect the appliance from the main supply. Cut off the main cable close to the appliance and dispose of it. Remove the door catch to prevent children and pets to get closed in the appliance.

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS

• Recycle materials with the symbol , Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it.

SCRAPPING OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

Help protect the environment and human health by recycling waste of electrical and electronic appliances. Do not dispose of appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recycling facility or contact your municipal office.

SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only. Please note that self-repair or non-professional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.
• The following spare parts will be available for 7 years after the model has been discontinued: motor, circulation and drain pump, heaters, and heating elements, including heat pumps, piping and related equipment including hoses, valves, filters, and aqua stops, structural and interior parts related to door assemblies, printed circuit boards, electronic displays, pressure switches, thermostats and sensors, software and firmware including reset software.
• Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.
• The following spare parts will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued: door hinge and seals, other seals, spray arms, drain filters, interior racks, and plastic peripherals such as baskets and lids.

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

• Washing dishes in the dishwasher as instructed in the user manual usually consumes less water and energy than washing dishes by hand. Load the dishwasher to its full capacity to save water and energy. For best cleaning results,  arrange items in the baskets as instructed in the user manual and do not overload the baskets.
• Do not pre-rinse dishes by hand. It increases water and energy consumption. When needed, select a program with a prewash phase. Remove larger residues of food from the dishes and empty cups and glasses before putting them inside the appliance.
• Soak or slightly scour cookware with firmly cooked-on or baked-on food before washing it in the appliance.
• Make sure that items in the baskets do not touch or cover each other. Only then can the water completely reach and wash the dishes.
• Select a program according to the type of load and the degree of soil. ECO offers the most efficient use of water and energy consumption.

Care and cleaning

Warning: Before any maintenance other than running the program Machine Care, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the main socket.

• Dirty filters and clogged spray arms negatively affect the washing results. Check these elements regularly and, if necessary, clean them.

Machine Care

• Machine Care is a program designed to clean the appliance interior with optimal results. It removes limescale and grease buildup.
• When the appliance senses the need for cleaning, the indicator is on. Start the
• Machine Care program to clean the appliance interior.

How to start the Machine Care program

1. Use a descaler or a cleaning product designed specifically for dishwashers. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Do not put dishes in the baskets.
2. Press and hold simultaneously and AUTO for about 3 seconds. The indicators and flash. The display shows the program duration.
3. Close the appliance door to start the program. When the program is complete, the indicator is off.

Internal cleaning

• Clean the appliance interior with a soft damp cloth.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, sharp tools, strong chemicals, scourers or solvents.
• Wipe clean the door, including the rubber gasket, once a week.
• To maintain the performance of your appliance, use a cleaning product designed specifically for dishwashers at least once every two months. Carefully follow the instructions on the packaging of the product.
• For optimal cleaning results, start the program Machine Care.

Removal of foreign objects

Check the filters and the sump after each use of the dishwasher. Foreign objects (e.g. pieces of glass, plastic, bones or toothpicks, etc) decrease the cleaning performance and can cause damage to the drain pump.

Caution:  If unable to remove the foreign objects, contact an Authorised Service Centre.

External cleaning

• Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth.
• Only use neutral detergents.
• Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads or solvents.

Cleaning the filters

1. Make sure that there are no residues of food or soil in or around the edge of the sump.
2. The filter system is made of three parts.
3. To remove filters (B) and (C), turn the handle counterclockwise and pull it upwards. Remove filter (C) out of the filter (B). Wash the filters with water.
4. Remove the flat filter (A). Wash the filter with water.
5. Put the flat filter (A) back in place. Make sure that it is correctly positioned under the 2 guides (D).
6. Reassemble the filters (B) and (C). Put them back in the filter (A). Turn the handle clockwise until it locks.
7. An incorrect position of the filters can cause bad washing results and damage to the appliance.

Cleaning the filter of the inlet hose

1. Close the water tap.
2. Disconnect the hose. Turn the fastener A clockwise.
3. Clean the filter of the inlet hose.

Cleaning the lower spray arm

We recommend cleaning the lower spray arm regularly to prevent soil from clogging the holes. Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory washing results.

1. To remove the lower spray arm, pull it upwards.
2. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a toothpick, to remove particles of soil from the holes.
3. To install the spray arm back, press it downwards.

Cleaning the upper spray arms

We recommend cleaning the upper spray arms regularly to prevent soil from clogging the holes. Clogged holes can cause unsatisfactory washing results.

1. The upper spray arms are placed under the upper basket.
2. The spray arms (B) are installed in duct (A) with the mounting elements (C).
3. Pull out the upper basket.
4. To detach the spray arm from the duct, turn the mounting element clockwise.
5. Wash the spray arm under running water. Use a thin pointed tool, e.g. a toothpick, to remove particles of soil from the holes.
6. Insert the mounting element in the spray arm and fix it in the duct by turning the mounting element counterclockwise. Make sure the mounting element locks into place.

IKEA guarantee

How long is the IKEA guarantee valid?

This guarantee is valid for 5 years from the original date of purchase of your appliance at IKEA. The original sales receipt is required as proof of purchase. If service work is carried out under a guarantee, this will not extend the guarantee period for the appliance.

Who will execute the service?

IKEA service provider will provide the service through its own service operations or authorized service partner network.

What does this guarantee cover?

The guarantee covers faults of the appliance, which have been caused by faulty construction or material faults from the date of purchase from IKEA. This guarantee applies to domestic use only. The exceptions are specified under the headline “What is not covered under this guarantee?” Within the guarantee period, the costs to remedy the fault e.g. repairs, parts, labor, and travel will be covered, provided that the appliance is accessible for repair without special expenditure. On these conditions the EU guidelines (Nr. 99/44/EG) and the respective local regulations are applicable. Replaced parts become the property of IKEA.

What will IKEA do to correct the problem?

IKEA appointed service provider will examine the product and decide, at its sole discretion, if it is covered under this guarantee. If considered covered, the IKEA service provider or its authorized service partner through its own service operations, will then, at its sole discretion, either repair the defective product or replace it with the same or a comparable product.

What is not covered under this guarantee?

• Normal wear and tear.
• Deliberate or negligent damage, damage caused by failure to observe operating
• instructions, incorrect installation or by connection to the wrong voltage, damage caused by chemical or electro-chemical reaction, rust, corrosion, or water damage including but not limited to damage caused by excessive lime in the water supply, and damage caused by abnormal environmental conditions.
• Consumable parts including batteries and lamps.
• Non-functional and decorative parts which do not affect the normal use of the appliance, including any scratches and possible color differences.
• Accidental damage caused by foreign objects or substances and cleaning or unblocking of filters, drainage systems or Soap drawers.
• Damage to the following parts: ceramic glass, accessories, crockery and cutlery baskets, feed and drainage pipes, seals, lamps and lamp covers, screens, knobs, casings, and parts of casings. Unless such damages can be proved to have been caused by production faults.
• Cases where no fault could be found during a technician’s visit.
• Repairs not carried out by our appointed service providers and/or an authorized service contractual partner or where nonoriginal parts have been used.
• Repairs caused by installation which is faulty or not according to specification.
• The use of the appliance in a non-domestic environment i.e. professional use.
• Transportation damages. If a customer transports the product to their home or other address, IKEA is not liable for any damage that may occur during transport.
• However, if IKEA delivers the product to the customer’s delivery address, then damage to the product that occurs during this delivery will be covered by this guarantee.
• Cost for carrying out the initial installation of the IKEA appliance. However, if an IKEA service provider or its authorized service partner repairs or replaces the appliance under the terms of this guarantee, the service provider or its authorized service partner will re-install the repaired appliance or install the replacement, if necessary.
• This restriction does not apply to fault-free work carried out by a qualified specialist using our original parts in order to adapt the appliance to the technical safety specifications of another EU country.

How country law applies

The IKEA guarantee gives you specific legal rights, which cover or exceed local demands. However, these conditions do not limit in any way consumer rights described in the local legislation.

Area of validity

For appliances that are purchased in one EU Country and taken to another EU country,]the services will be provided in the framework of the guarantee conditions normal in the new country. An obligation to carry out services in the framework of the guarantee exists only if the appliance complies and is installed in accordance with:

• the technical specifications of the country in which the guarantee claim is made
• the Assembly Instructions and User Manual Safety Information;

The dedicated After Sales Service for IKEA appliances
Please do not hesitate to contact IKEA After Sales Service to:

1. make a service request under this guarantee;
2. ask for clarification on the installation of the IKEA appliance in the dedicated IKEA kitchen furniture. The service won’t provide clarifications related to:
   • the overall IKEA kitchen installation;
   • connections to electricity (if the machine comes without a plug and cable), water, and to gas since they have to be executed by an authorized service engineer.
3. ask for clarification on user manual contents and specifications of the IKEA appliance.

To ensure that we provide you with the best assistance, please read carefully the Assembly Instructions and/or the User Manual section of this booklet before contacting us.

How to reach us if you need our service

Please refer to the last page of this manual for the full list of IKEA- appointed contacts and relative national phone numbers.

In order to provide you with a quicker service, we recommend that you use the specific phone numbers listed at the end of this manual. Always refer to the numbers listed in the booklet of the specific appliance you need assistance for. Before calling us, assure that you have to hand the IKEA article number (8-digit code) and the Serial Number (8 digit code that can be found on the rating plate) for the appliance of which you need our assistance.

SAVE THE SALES RECEIPT

It is your proof of purchase and required for the guarantee to apply. Note that the receipt] reports also the IKEA article name and number (8-digit code) for each of the appliances you have purchased.

Do you need extra help?

For any additional questions not related to After Sales of your appliances, please contact our nearest IKEA store call center. We recommend you read the appliance documentation carefully before contacting us.

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