This document is a user manual for the Westinghouse WSF6608 dishwasher.
Function Description
The Westinghouse WSF6608 is a dishwasher designed for household use, capable of cleaning various types of dishes, cutlery, and cookware. It offers multiple wash programs and features to ensure efficient and hygienic cleaning. The appliance is designed to be user-friendly, with a control panel that allows for easy selection of programs and monitoring of the wash cycle. It incorporates features like a delay start, child lock, and indicators for rinse aid and salt levels. The dishwasher is designed to be installed under a kitchen counter, providing a seamless look in the kitchen.
Important Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 15 place settings, suitable for larger households.
- Dimensions:
- Height (without worktop): 820 mm
- Height (with worktop): 850 mm
- Width: 598 mm
- Depth: 598 mm
- Net weight: 40 kg
- Electricity input: 220-240 V, 50 Hz
- Total power: 1900 W
- Heating power: 1800 W
- Pump power: 100 W
- Drain pump power: 30 W
- Water supply pressure: 0.03 MPa (0.3 bar) - 1 MPa (10 bar)
- Water supply temperature: 5 - 60°C
- Current: 10 A
- Water connection: The dishwasher requires a cold water connection with a minimum pressure of 0.03 MPa and a maximum of 1 MPa. The water inlet hose is 1.5m long, and the drain hose is 1.6m long.
- Electrical connection: The appliance requires a 220-240V, 50Hz power supply and should be connected to an earthed plug. The indoor fuse current value should be 10-16 A.
Usage Features
The dishwasher offers a range of programs and settings to cater to different cleaning needs:
- Control Panel: Features a power button, program selection buttons (Rinse+, Fast 30, Eco, Time Save, Heavy, Auto 50-70, Auto 60-70), a half load button, tablet button, delay start, and rinse aid/power indicators.
- Programs:
- Rinse+: A pre-wash program.
- Fast 30: A quick wash program at 40°C.
- Eco: An energy-efficient program at 50°C.
- Time Save: A program for normally soiled loads at 65°C.
- Heavy: For heavily soiled items at 60°C.
- Auto 50-70: Automatic program for mixed loads, detecting soil level.
- Auto 60-70: Automatic program for mixed loads, detecting soil level.
- Half Load Function: Allows for washing smaller loads in either the upper or lower basket, saving water and energy.
- Tablet Button: Optimizes the wash cycle when using detergent tablets.
- Delay Start: Enables users to delay the start of a program by 1 to 24 hours.
- Child Lock: Prevents accidental changes to settings during operation.
- Rinse Aid and Salt Indicators: Lights up when rinse aid or salt levels are low, prompting replenishment.
- Loading Flexibility: The dishwasher features an upper cutlery basket, an upper basket with racks, and a lower basket with folding racks, allowing for flexible loading of various dishware sizes and shapes. The upper basket's height is adjustable to accommodate taller items in either the upper or lower basket.
- Detergent and Rinse Aid Dispenser: Separate compartments for detergent and rinse aid, ensuring optimal dispensing during the wash cycle. The rinse aid level can be adjusted from 1 to 5.
- Combined Detergent: The dishwasher is compatible with combined detergents (e.g., 3-in-1, 4-in-1), with a specific setting to optimize their use.
Maintenance Features
Regular maintenance is crucial for the dishwasher's longevity and performance:
- Cleaning the Machine Door: Wipe the door seals regularly with a damp cloth to remove accumulated residues.
- Cleaning the Machine: Clean the filters and spray arms at least once a week. Unplug the machine and turn off its tap before cleaning.
- Filter System: The dishwasher has a three-part filter system (micro filter, coarse filter, metal filter) that needs to be cleaned regularly. The filters can be easily removed, cleaned under running water, and reassembled.
- Spray Arms: The upper and lower spray arms should be checked for clogged holes and cleaned if necessary. They can be removed by unscrewing the nut.
- Hose Filter: The inlet hose filter should be checked and cleaned periodically to prevent blockages from sand, clay, or rust particles from the water supply.
- Salt and Rinse Aid Refill: Regularly check and refill the salt and rinse aid compartments as indicated by the control panel lights.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues like program monitor lights not lighting, water not heating, detergent not dissolving, and dishes not drying properly. This helps users diagnose and resolve minor problems without needing service.
- Professional Service: For persistent issues or complex repairs, the manual advises contacting an authorized service center.