This document is an operating manual for the Hansa ZIM627H dishwasher. It provides comprehensive information on the appliance's features, installation, usage, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Function Description
The Hansa ZIM627H is a dishwasher designed for household use, aiming to provide an efficient and environmentally friendly solution for washing dishes. It features multiple washing programs and settings to accommodate various types of loads and cleaning needs. The appliance is designed to minimize water and electricity consumption, reflecting Hansa's pro-ecological policy. It also incorporates features to ensure safe operation and ease of use.
Important Technical Specifications
- Dimensions (Built-in):
- Height: 815 mm
- Width: 598 mm
- Depth (with doors closed): 550 mm
- Depth (with 90° doors open): 1150 mm
- Water Supply Pressure: The appliance requires a water supply pressure of at least 0.03 MPa and up to 1 MPa.
- Electrical Connection: The appliance must be protected with a 10-16A fuse. It should be supplied with 220-240 V AC. The supply voltage is 110 V and uses a 3000W, 110/220 V set-up transformer to connect the appliance.
- Capacity: The dishwasher is designed for 14 place settings.
- Water Hardness Settings: The dishwasher offers 6 levels of water hardness settings (H1-H6) to optimize washing effectiveness based on local water conditions.
- Level 1 (H1): 0-5 German degrees (dH) / 0-9 French degrees (dF) / 0-6 British degrees (dE)
- Level 2 (H2): 6-11 dH / 10-20 dF / 7-14 dE
- Level 3 (H3): 12-17 dH / 21-30 dF / 15-21 dE
- Level 4 (H4): 18-22 dH / 31-40 dF / 22-28 dE
- Level 5 (H5): 23-34 dH / 41-60 dF / 29-42 dE
- Level 6 (H6): 35-55 dH / 61-98 dF / 43-69 dE
- Drain Hose Length: The drain hose should be between 50 cm and 110 cm.
- Front Panel Weight (Recommended):
- For 45 cm appliances: 3.2-5 kg (covered front door panel), 3.2-5 kg (revealed front control panel)
- For 60 cm appliances: 3.2-7 kg (covered front door panel), 3.2-6 kg (revealed front control panel)
Usage Features
- Program Selection: The dishwasher offers various programs, including:
- Hygiene: For high-temperature sanitization (70°C).
- 1 hour (60°C): For normally soiled loads that need quick washing.
- ECO (ECO): Standard program for normally soiled loads, suitable for pots, plates, glasses, and lightly soiled pans.
- Self Cleaning: A program for cleaning the dishwasher itself.
- Rapid: A shorter wash for lightly soiled loads that do not need drying.
- Soak: To rinse dishes that you plan to wash later that day.
- Nightwash: Lower noise and normally energy consumption, used for washing in the evening.
- Extra Drying: For better drying results.
- Energy Save: When you have less plates to wash.
- Express: Reduce the program time.
- Display and Control Panel: The appliance features a control panel with buttons for Power, Program, Function, Delay, Half load, and Warning indicator. The screen displays remaining time, delay time, error codes, water consumption, and energy consumption.
- Salt Container: The dishwasher includes a salt container for water softener. Users are instructed to add special salt to prevent limescale build-up. The salt indicator on the control panel lights up when a refill is needed.
- Detergent Dispenser: The detergent dispenser is designed to hold both pre-wash and main wash detergent. It can accommodate a maximum of 30g of detergent.
- Rinse Aid Dispenser: A rinse aid dispenser is included to improve drying and prevent water spots. The rinse aid indicator lights up when a refill is needed.
- Multi-component (multitab) Detergents: The dishwasher supports 2-in-1, 3-in-1, etc., detergents. However, it is recommended to use special salt and rinse aid even with these detergents for optimal results, especially in areas with hard water.
- Loading Dishes: The manual provides detailed instructions and diagrams for loading dishes in the upper and lower baskets, as well as the cutlery basket, to ensure optimal washing results and prevent obstruction of spray arms.
- Upper basket: Designed for delicate dishes such as glasses, cups, and plates. It can be adjusted for height.
- Lower basket: Suitable for larger and heavily soiled items like pots, pans, and serving dishes. Spikes can be folded down to accommodate larger items.
- Cutlery basket: Designed to hold forks, knives, spoons, and other small utensils, ensuring they do not touch each other for best washing results.
- AquaStop Water Supply: Some dishwasher models are equipped with AquaStop water supply for added safety against leaks.
- Door Lock: The appliance features a Child Lock function to prevent unintended operation.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning External Surfaces: External surfaces should be cleaned with a soft, damp cloth and non-abrasive detergents.
- Cleaning Internal Surfaces: The door gasket should be cleaned regularly with a soft, moist cloth. Food residue in the dishwasher compartment and the water from the spray arms should be removed.
- Filter System: The dishwasher has a filter system at the bottom of the compartment to prevent clogging. Regular cleaning of the filters (main filter, fine filter, coarse filter) is essential for effective washing.
- Spray Arms: The spray arms should be cleaned regularly to prevent clogging by hard water chemicals. They can be removed for thorough cleaning.
- Cleaning the Dishwasher:
- Disconnect the dishwasher from power.
- Turn off the water supply and disconnect the water inlet hose.
- Drain the water from the inlet hose and the water valve.
- Reconnect the water inlet hose to the water valve.
- Remove the filter and use a sponge to collect water from the bottom of the dishwasher.
- After each wash, the water supply to the appliance should be closed, and the door left slightly ajar to prevent moisture and odors.
- The appliance should be unplugged from the wall outlet before any cleaning and maintenance.
- Do not use solvents or abrasive detergents.
- To remove stains from the inside, use a cloth dampened with water and a little vinegar or cleaning detergent specifically for dishwashers.
- Moving the Appliance: If the appliance needs to be moved, it should be kept in an upright position. If absolutely unavoidable, it can rest on the appliance on its back wall.
- Winter Protection: In winter, the dishwasher must be protected against freezing temperatures. This involves disconnecting from power and water supply, draining water from hoses and the valve, and removing the filter to collect remaining water.
- Recycling and Scrapping: The appliance is made of recyclable materials. It should be disposed of in accordance with local waste collection regulations and marked with the recycling symbol and crossed-out waste container symbol. Old appliances should be taken to an electronic waste collection and recycling point.
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