This document is a user manual for the ROBAM WQP12-W650 dishwasher, providing comprehensive information on its operation, installation, maintenance, and technical specifications.
Function Description
The ROBAM WQP12-W650 is a dishwasher designed for household use, capable of washing various types of crockery, cutlery, and pans. It offers multiple wash programs tailored to different levels of soiling and drying needs. The appliance is designed to be either free-standing or built-in, offering flexibility in kitchen integration. Key functions include washing, rinsing, and drying dishes, with specific programs for intensive cleaning, heavy loads, eco-friendly operation, glass care, and quick washes.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model: WQP12-W650
- Manufacturer: Robam
- Standard Place Settings: 14
- Energy Efficiency Class: 3 stars
- Water Consumption Class: 4.5 stars
- Standard Cleaning Cycle: ECO
- Energy Consumption (Standard Cleaning Cycle): 0.8 kWh
- Water Consumption (Standard Cleaning Cycle): 12.5 liters
- Program Duration (Standard Cleaning Cycle): 175 minutes
- Noise Level: 49 dB(A) re 1 pW
- Mounting: Built-in (also supports free-standing installation)
- Built-in Capability: YES
- Power Consumption: 1760-2100W
- Rated Voltage / Frequency: AC 220-240V/50Hz
- Water Pressure (Flow Pressure): 0.04-1.0MPa (0.4-10 bar)
- Dimensions:
- Height (H): 815mm
- Width (W): 598mm
- Depth (D1, with door closed): 550mm
- Depth (D2, with door opened 90°): 1150mm
- Paper Specifications (Manual): 80G double-sided paper, A4 size.
- Printing Color (Manual): PANTONE BLACK C.
Usage Features
The dishwasher features an intuitive control panel with buttons for power, half-load, extra drying, delay start, and program selection.
- Programs:
- Intensive: For heavily soiled crockery like pots, pans, casserole dishes, and dishes with dried food. Uses Pre-wash (50°C), Wash (60°C), Rinse, Rinse, Rinse (65°C), Drying.
- Heavy: For heavily soiled loads such as pots, plates, glasses, and lightly soiled pans. Uses Pre-wash (45°C), Wash (55°C), Rinse, Rinse (65°C), Drying.
- ECO (AS/NZS 2007.1 test cycle): For normally soiled loads such as pots, plates, glasses, and lightly soiled pans, standard daily cycle. Uses Pre-wash (45°C), Wash (45°C), Rinse (50°C), Drying.
- Glass: For lightly soiled crockery and glass. Uses Pre-wash (42°C), Wash (42°C), Rinse, Rinse (60°C), Drying.
- 90 Min: For lightly soiled plates and pans that need a quick wash. Uses Wash (65°C), Rinse, Rinse (65°C), Drying.
- Rapid: A shorter wash for lightly soiled loads that do not need drying. Uses Wash (40°C), Rinse, Rinse (45°C).
- Half-load Function: Saves energy and water when washing 6 or fewer place settings. Available with Intensive, Heavy, ECO, Glass, and 90 min programs.
- Extra Drying: Enhances drying performance, available with Intensive, Heavy, ECO, Glass, and 90 min programs.
- Delay Start: Allows delaying the wash start time by up to 24 hours in one-hour increments.
- Loading: Baskets are designed for efficient loading. The upper basket holds delicate items like cups, glasses, and saucers. The lower basket accommodates larger and more heavily soiled items such as pots, pans, and serving dishes. Cutlery should be placed in the cutlery rack with sharp points facing down.
- Rinse Aid Dispenser: Automatically releases rinse aid during the final rinse to prevent spots and streaks and improve drying. The dispenser has six settings, with "3" as the recommended factory setting. An indicator light signals low rinse aid levels.
- Detergent Dispenser: Designed for dishwasher-specific detergent. Detergent is added to a larger cavity for the main wash cycle, with an option for additional detergent for pre-wash.
- Adding a Forgotten Dish: Dishes can be added mid-cycle before the detergent dispenser opens. Users are warned about hot steam when opening the door mid-cycle.
Maintenance Features
- External Care: The door and door seal should be regularly cleaned with a soft damp cloth to remove food deposits. The control panel should also be wiped with a soft damp cloth. Abrasive cleaners or scouring pads should not be used on outer surfaces.
- Internal Care:
- Filtering System: The filtering system in the base of the wash cabinet retains coarse debris. Filters should be checked and cleaned regularly under running water. A soft cleaning brush can be used for thorough cleaning. Users are warned not to overtighten filters and never to operate the dishwasher without filters.
- Spray Arms: Spray arms should be cleaned regularly to prevent clogging from hard water chemicals. They can be removed, washed in soapy water, and cleaned with a soft brush.
- Caring For The Dishwasher:
- Frost Precaution: In winter, specific steps should be followed to protect the dishwasher from frost, including cutting off electrical power, turning off water supply, draining water from pipes and valves, and removing water from the sump.
- After Every Wash: Turn off the water supply and leave the door slightly open to prevent moisture and odors.
- Remove the Plug: Always unplug the appliance before cleaning or maintenance.
- No Solvents or Abrasive Cleaning: Use only warm soapy water for exterior and rubber parts. For interior spots, use water with a little vinegar or a specialized dishwasher cleaning product.
- When Not In Use For A Long Time: Run an empty wash cycle, unplug, turn off water supply, and leave the door slightly open to maintain door seals and prevent odors.
- Moving the Appliance: Keep the appliance in a vertical position if possible; it can be positioned on its back if necessary.
- Seals: Periodically clean seals with a damp sponge to prevent odors caused by trapped food.
- Troubleshooting Tips: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues such as the dishwasher not starting, water not pumping out, suds in the tub, stained interior, white film, rust stains on cutlery, knocking/rattling noises, and dishes not being clean or dry. Error codes (E1, E3, E4) are also explained, along with their possible causes and remedies.
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