Bush DWFS146W - User Manual

This document provides comprehensive installation and user instructions for the Bush DWFS146W dishwasher, a freestanding appliance designed for household use. It covers everything from initial setup and safety guidelines to daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, ensuring users can get the best performance from their appliance.

Function Description

The Bush DWFS146W is a dishwasher designed to efficiently clean a variety of household dishes and utensils. Its primary function is to spray a mixture of hot, clean water and detergent under pressure against soiled surfaces. The water is then drained through a filter system that removes food and soiled particles, and subsequently pumped back through the spray arm for continuous cleaning. The appliance features multiple wash cycles tailored for different levels of soiling, from heavily soiled crockery to lightly soiled items and quick washes. It also incorporates a water softener system to manage hard water conditions, a rinse aid dispenser for spot-free drying, and a detergent dispenser for optimal cleaning. The dishwasher is equipped with a digital display and indicator lights to provide feedback on program selection, salt and rinse aid levels, and operational status.

Usage Features

The dishwasher offers a range of features designed to enhance user convenience and cleaning effectiveness:

Before First Use: Users are guided through essential initial steps, including setting the water softener, filling the salt container with 2kg of dishwasher salt and 500ml of water, filling the rinse aid dispenser, and adding detergent. This ensures the appliance is properly prepared for its first wash cycle.
Water Softener System: The appliance includes a water softener to counteract the effects of hard water, which can adversely affect cleaning performance. Users can adjust the salt release frequency based on their local water hardness, with a default setting of H4. The manual provides a table to help users determine the appropriate setting (H0-H7) based on Clark range and Mmol/l values, ensuring optimal salt consumption and washing results. A salt refill indicator on the control panel alerts users when more salt is needed.
Rinse Aid Dispenser: A dedicated dispenser for rinse aid ensures cleaner dishes and improved drying. The rinse aid is automatically dispensed during each wash, helping to rinse away food and detergent residues. The dispenser has four to six adjustable settings, allowing users to fine-tune the amount of rinse aid dispensed to achieve spot-free drying. A rinse-aid indicator on the dispenser helps users monitor the level.
Detergent Dispenser: The dishwasher uses a specific detergent dispenser with marked dosing levels for main wash (approximately 30g, indicated by 'MIN') and pre-wash (approximately 5g). Users are instructed to add detergent just before starting a cycle to prevent it from getting damp and not dissolving properly.
Loading Your Appliance: Detailed instructions are provided for loading both the upper and lower baskets. The upper basket is designed for delicate and lighter items like glasses, cups, and saucers, while the lower basket accommodates larger, more difficult-to-clean items such as pots, pans, and dinner plates. Users are advised to scrape off food residuals, remove excessive oil/grease, and empty liquids from items before loading. Items with recessed or curved sections should be placed on a slant to drain water away, and cups/pots/glasses should be placed upside down. Sharp items should be loaded with handles up to reduce injury risk. The upper basket's height can be adjusted to create more space, and the lower basket features folding spikes for better stacking of pots and pans. A cutlery tray is also provided, with specific guidance on arranging cutlery for free water runoff.
Wash Cycle Table: A comprehensive table outlines various wash programs, including "Intensive," "ECO," "Light," "60 min," "Rapid," and "Pre-Rinse." For each program, information on cycle selection, description of cycle, detergent pre/main dosage, running time, energy consumption (Kwh), water consumption (L), and rinse aid usage is provided. The "ECO" program is highlighted as the standard daily cycle for normally soiled loads, optimized for combined energy and water consumption.
Operating the Dishwasher: Step-by-step instructions guide users through starting a wash cycle, from loading dishes and adding detergent to selecting a program and pressing the start/pause button.
Program Selection Change: The manual explains how to modify a cycle if it has only been running for a short time, emphasizing the need to refill the detergent dispenser if the detergent has already been released.
Delay Function: Users can set a delay time of up to 24 hours for the dishwasher to start operation, providing flexibility in scheduling wash cycles.
Child Safety Lock: A child lock function can be activated by pressing the child lock and "3 in 1" buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds, preventing accidental operation.
"3 in 1" Function: This special program is designed for "3 in 1" dishwasher tablets, which combine detergent, salt, and rinse aid. Users can activate this function and select a wash program, though adding salt to the salt container is still strongly suggested for optimal water softening.
Door Open Warning: If the door is opened during a wash cycle, the machine pauses, sounds a warning alarm, and displays "E1." Closing the door resumes normal operation.
Program End Indicator: Upon completion of a wash program, the machine sounds 6 times and displays "--", indicating the cycle is finished.

Maintenance Features

Regular maintenance is crucial for the longevity and optimal performance of the dishwasher. The manual provides clear instructions for various maintenance tasks:

General Cleaning: Users are advised to unplug the appliance before cleaning. External surfaces should be cleaned with a damp soft cloth, avoiding sharp instruments, abrasive substances, soap, household cleaners, detergents, or wax polish. Periodic cleaning of the door seals with a damp sponge is recommended to prevent odors caused by trapped food.
Filter System Cleaning: The dishwasher features a three-part filter system: main filter, coarse filter, and fine filter. The manual details how to remove and thoroughly clean each filter under running water, emphasizing that the dishwasher should never be used without its filters.
Spray Arm Cleaning: Hard water chemicals can clog the spray arm jets and bearings, so regular cleaning is necessary. Instructions are provided for removing both the upper and lower spray arms, washing them in soapy, warm water, and using a soft brush to clean the jets before thorough rinsing and replacement.
Long Period of Non-Use: If the dishwasher will not be used for an extended period, it is recommended to unplug it, turn off the water supply, and leave the door ajar to prevent odors.
Moving the Dishwasher: When moving the appliance, users are advised to keep it in a vertical position and avoid excessive tilting.
Troubleshooting Guide: A comprehensive troubleshooting table helps users identify and resolve common issues, such as the dishwasher not starting, not loading water, dishes not being clean, drainage problems, noise, or unsatisfactory drying results. It lists possible causes and corresponding solutions.
Error Codes: The manual includes a list of error codes (E1-E7) with their meanings and possible causes, such as "Door open," "Water inlet malfunction," "Water drainage malfunction," "Temperature sensor malfunction," "Overflow/leakage," "Water leakage," and "Abnormal heating." Users are instructed to turn off the water supply and contact customer helpline if an overflow occurs or if all indicator lights glimmer.

Bush DWFS146W Specifications

General

Type	Freestanding
Number of Place Settings	14
Energy Rating	E
Energy Consumption per 100 Cycles	95 kWh
Noise Level	49 dB
Number of Programs	6
Dimensions (H x W x D)	85 x 60 x 60 cm
Quick Wash Cycle Time	30 minutes
Half Load Option	Yes
Colour	White
Delay Timer	Yes