Whirlpool WFC 3C26 F X Daily Reference Guide

EN
DAILY REFERENCE
GUIDE
THANK YOU FOR BUYING A WHIRLPOOL PRODUCT.
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You can download the Safety Instructions and the
Use and Care Guide, by visiting our website
docs.whirlpool.eu and following
the Instructions on the back of this booklet.
Before using the appliance carefully read Health and Safety guide.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
APPLIANCE
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Service:
Upper rack
Cutlery rack
Foldable flaps
Upper rack height adjuster
Upper spray arm
Lower rack
Lower spray arm
Filter Assembly
Salt reservoir
Detergent and Rinse Aid dispensers
Rating plate
Control panel
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CONTROL PANEL
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On-Off/Reset button with indicator light
Program selection button with indicator light
Multizone button with indicator light / Key lock
Eco program indicator light
Key lock indicator light
Display
Program number and remaining time indicator
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Tablet (Tab) indicator light
Closed water tap indicator light
Rinse Aid refill indicator light
Salt refill indicator light
Sani Rinse button with indicator light / Tablet
Delay button with indicator light
Start/Pause button with indicator light / Drain out
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FIRST TIME USE
SALT, RINSE AID AND DETERGENT
ADVICE REGARDING THE FIRST TIME USE
After installation, remove the stoppers from the racks and the retaining elastic elements from the upper rack.
FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR
The use of salt prevents the formation of LIMESCALE on the dishes and
on the machine’s functional components.
• It is important that the salt reservoir be never empty.
• It is important to set the water hardness.
The salt reservoir is located in the lower part of the dishwasher (see PRODUCT DESCRIPTION) and should be filled when the SALT REFILL indicator light
in the control panel is lit .
1. Remove the lower rack and unscrew the
reservoir cap (anticlockwise).
2. Only the first time you do this: fill the salt reservoir with water.
3. Position the funnel (see figure) and fill the salt
reservoir right up to its edge (approximately
1 kg); it is not unusual for a little water to leak
out.
4. Remove the funnel and wipe any salt residue
away from the opening.
Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly, so that no detergent can get
into the container during the wash program (this could damage the
water softener beyond repair).
Whenever you need to add salt, it is mandatory to complete the
procedure before the beginning of the washing cycle.
SETTING THE WATER HARDNESS
To allow the water softener to work in a perfect way, it is essential that
the water hardness setting is based on the actual water hardness in
your house. This information can be obtained from your local water
supplier.
The factory setting is for avarage (3) water hardness.
• Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button.
• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button.
• Hold down button START/PAUSE for 5 seconds, until you hear a beep.
• Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON/OFFF button.
• The current selection level number and the salt indicator light both
flash.
• Press button P to select the desired hardness level (see WATER
HARDNESS TABLE).
Water Hardness Table
Level
°dH
°fH
German degrees
French degrees
0-6
0 - 10
1
Soft
2
Medium
7 - 11
11 - 20
3
Average
12 - 17
21 - 30
4
Hard
18 - 34
31 - 60
5
Very hard
35 - 50
61 - 90
• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button.
Setting is complete!
As soon as this procedure is complete, run a program without loading.
Only use salt that has been specifically designed for dishwashers.
After the salt has been poured into the machine, the SALT REFILL indicator light switches off.
If the salt container is not filled, the water softener and the
heating element may be damaged as a result.
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FILLING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER
Rinse aid makes dish DRYING easier. The rinse aid dispenser A should
be filled when the RINSE AID REFILL
indicator light in the control
panel is lit.
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B
A
1. Open the dispenser B by pressing and pulling up the tab on the lid.
2. Pour in the rinse aid (max.110 ml), making sure it does not overflow
from the dispenser. If this happens, clean the spill immediately with a
dry cloth.
3. Press the lid down until you hear a click to close it.
NEVER pour the rinse aid directly into the appliance tub.
ADJUSTING THE DOSAGE OF RINSE AID
If you are not completely satisfied with the drying results, you can adjust the quantity of rinse aid used.
• Switch the dishwasher on using the ON/OFF button.
• Switch it off using the ON/OFF button.
• Press button START/PAUSE three times - a beep will be heard.
• Switch it on using the ON/OFF button.
• The current selection level number and rinse aid indicator light flash.
• Press button P to select the level of rinse aid quantity to be supplied.
• Switch it off using the ON/OFF button
Setting is complete!
If the rinse aid level is set to 1 (ECO), no rinse aid will be supplied. The
LOW RINSE AID indicator light will not be lit if you run out of rinse aid.
A maximum of 5 levels can be set according to the dishwasher model. The
factory setting is specific to the model, please follow instruction above
to check this for your machine.
• If you see bluish streaks on the dishes, set a low number (2-3).
• If there are drops of water or limescale marks on the dishes, set a
mid-range number (4-5).
FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
To open the detergent dispenser
use the opening device A. Introduce
the detergent into the dry dispenser
B only. Place the amount of
detergent for pre-washing directly
B
inside the tub.
A
1. When measuring out the detergent refer to the mentioned earlier information
to add the proper quantity. Inside the
dispenser B there are indications to help
the detergent dosing.
2. Remove detergent residues from the edges of the dispenser and
close the cover until it clicks.
3. Close the lid of the detergent dispenser by pulling it up until the
closing device is secured in place.
The detergent dispenser automatically opens up at the right time
according to the program.
If all-in-one detergents are used, we recommend using the TABLET
button, because it adjusts the program so that the best washing and
drying results are always achieved.
EN
Program
NaturalDry
Drying
PROGRAMS TABLE
Available
options *)
Detergent
container
Tub
B
Duration
of wash
program
(h:min)**)
Water consumption
(litres/cycle)
Energy consumption
(kWh/cycle)
1. Eco
50°
3:10
9,5
0,93
2. 6th Sense®
5060°
1:25 - 3:00
7,0 - 14,0
0,90 - 1,40
3. Intensive
65°
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2:50
16,0
1,60
4. Daily
50°
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1:35
13,0
1,15
5. Silent
50°
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3:30
15,0
1,15
6. Rapid 30’
50°
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0:30
9,0
0,55
7. Crystals
45°
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1:40
11,5
1,20
8. Pre-Wash
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0:12
4,5
0,01
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ECO program data is measured under laboratory conditions according to European Standard EN 50242. Note for Test Laboratories: For information on
comparative EN testing conditions, please send an email to the following address: [email protected]
Pre-treatment of the dishes is not needed before any of the programs.
*) Not all options can be used simultaneously.
**) The duration of the program shown on the display or in the booklet is an estimate calculated on standard conditions. The actual time may vary
depending on many factors such as temperature and pressure of the incoming water, room temperature, amount of detergent, quantity and type of load,
load balancing, additional selected options and sensor calibration. The sensor calibration can increase program duration up to 20 min.
Standby consumption: Left-on mode consumption: 6 W - Off mode consumption: 0.5 W
PROGRAMS DESCRIPTION
Instructions on wash cycle selection.
CRYSTALS
Normally soiled crockery. Standard program, the most efficient in
terms of its combined energy and water consumption.
PRE-WASH
ECO
6th SENSE®
For normally soiled dishes with dried food residues. Senses the level of
soiling on the dishes and adjusts the program accordingly. When the
sensor is detecting the soil level an animation appears in the display
and the cycle duration is updated.
INTENSIVE
Program recommended for heavily soiled crockery, especially suitable
for pans and saucepans (not to be used for delicate items).
DAILY
Program for delicate items, which are more sensitive to high temperatures, for example glasses and cups.
Use to refresh crockery planned to be washed later. No detergent to be
used with this program.
Notes:
Please note that cycles like Rapid or 1h Wash&Dry are most effective for lightly soiled dishes.
To reduce consumption even further, only run the dishwasher
when it is full.
Normally soiled crockery. Everyday cycle, that ensures optimal
cleaning performance in shorter time.
SILENT
Suitable for night-time operation of the appliance. Ensures optimal
cleaning and drying performance with the lowest noise emission.
RAPID 30’
Program to be used for lightly-soiled dishes with no dried food
residues.
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OPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS
OPTIONS can be selected directly by pressing the corresponding button (see CONTROL PANEL).
If an option is not compatible with the selected program see PROGRAMS TABLE, the corresponding LED flashes rapidly 3 times
and beeps will sound. The option will not be enabled.
MULTIZONE
If there are not many dishes to be washed, a half loading
may be used in order to save water, electricity and
detergent.
Select the program and then press the MULTIZONE
button: the indicator over the button lights up and the
symbol of the chosen rack will appear on the display. By
default the appliance washes dishes in all racks.
To wash only the specific rack, press this button
repeatedly:
TABLET
This setting allows you to optimize the performance
of the program according to the type of detergent
used. A long press (for 3 seconds) of the SANI RINSE
button, will activate the function (the corresponding
symbol will light up) if you use combined detergents
in tablet form (rinse aid, salt and detergent in 1 dose).
If you use powder or liquid detergent, this option
should be off.
shown on the display (only lower rack)
shown on the display (only upper rack)
shown on the display (only cutlery rack)
shown on the display (option is OFF and the appliance
will wash dishes in all racks).
Remember to load the upper or lower rack only, and
to reduce the amount of detergent accordingly.
KEYLOCK
A long press (for 3 seconds) of MULTIZONE button, will
activate the KEYLOCK function. The KEYLOCK function
will block the control panel except the ON/OFF button.
To deactivate the KEYLOCK, long press again.
SANI RINSE
This option can be used to sanitize washed dishes.
It will increase final rinse temperature and add
antibacterial wash to the selected program.
Select the washing program, press the SANI RINSE
button; the indicator light will light up. To deselect the
option, press the same button again. Ideal to clean
crockery and feeding bottles. The dishwasher door
must be kept shut for the entire duration of the program in order to guarantee reduction of germs. If the
door is opened the indicator lamp starts flashing.
WARNING: the crockery and plates could be
extremely hot at the end of the cycle.
WATER TAP CLOSED – Alarm
Flashes when there is no inlet water or water tap is
closed.
DRAIN OUT
To stop and cancel the active cycle, the Drain Out
function can be used.
A long press of START/PAUSE button, will activate the
DRAIN OUT function. The active program will be stopped
and the water in the dishwasher will be drained out.
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DELAY
The start of the program may be delayed for a period of
time between 0:30 and 24 hours.
1. Select the program and any desired options. Press the
DELAY button (repeatedly) to delay the start of the
program. Adjustable from 0:30 to 24 hours. With each
press of the button, the delay start increases by: 0:30 if
selection below 4 hours, 1:00 if selection is below 12
hours, 4 hours if selection is above 12 hours. If 24 hours
reached, and the button is pressed, the delayed start is
deactivated.
2. Press the START/PAUSE button: the timer will begin
counting down;
3. Once this time has elapsed, the indicator light switches
off and the program begins automatically.
If at the time of the countdown the START/PAUSE
button
is pressed again the DELAY option is cancelled and the
selected program starts automatically.
The Delay function cannot be set once a wash cycle
has been started.
NaturalDry
NaturalDry is a convection drying system which automatically opens
the door during/after drying phase to ensure exceptional drying
performance every day. Door opens at the temperature that is safe to
your kitchen furniture, thus door will not be opened when the option
of SANI RINSE, POWER CLEAN® or TURBO are on.
As additional steam protection, special designed protection foil is added
together with the dishwasher (depending on the model type - can be
the need to buy it). To see how to mount protection foil please refer to
(INSTALLATION GUIDE).
NaturalDry functionality could be disabled by the user as follows:
• To DISABLE: Switch On, then switch Off. Keep the P button pressed for
5 sec., at the end of 5 sec the dishwasher plays a short beep. Switch
On the machine, the display shows „oOF”
• To ENABLE: Switch On, then switch Off the machine. Keep the P button
pressed for 5 sec., at the end of 5 sec the dishwasher plays a short
beep. Switch On the machine, the display shows „oOn”
EN
DAILY USE
1. CHECK WATER CONNECTION
Check that the dishwasher is connected to the water supply
and that the tap is open.
2. SWITCH ON THE DISHWASHER
Press the ON/OFF button.
3. LOAD THE RACKS (see LOADING THE RACKS).
4. FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
(see PROGRAMS TABLE).
5. CHOOSE THE PROGRAM AND CUSTOMISE THE CYCLE
Select the most appropriate program in accordance with
the type of crockery and its soiling level (see PROGRAMS
DESCRIPTION) by pressing the P button.
Select the desired options (see OPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS).
6. START
Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button.
When the program starts you hear a beep.
7. END OF WASH CYCLE
The end of the wash cycle is indicated by beeps and the
display shows END.
Open the door and switch off the appliance by pressing the
ON/OFF button.
Wait for a few minutes before removing the crockery - to
avoid burns.
Unload the racks, beginning with the lower one.
The machine will switch off automatically during certain
extended periods of inactivity, in order to minimise electricity
consumption. If the crockery is only lightly soiled or if it has
been rinsed with water before being placed in the dishwasher,
reduce the amount of detergent used accordingly.
MODIFYING A RUNNING PROGRAM
If a wrong program was selected, it is possible to change it,
provided that it has only just begun: press and hold the ON/OFF
button, the machine will switch off.
Switch the machine back on using the ON/OFF button and select the
new wash cycle and any desired options; start the cycle by pressing
the START/PAUSE button.
ADDING EXTRA CROCKERY
Without switching off the machine, open the door (be ware of
HOT steam!) and place the crockery inside the dishwasher. Close
the door and press the START/PAUSE button the cycle will begin
from the point at which it was interrupted.
ACCIDENTAL INTERRUPTIONS
If the door is opened during the wash cycle, or if there is a power cut,
the cycle stops. Once the door has been closed or the electricity supply
is restored, to start again the cycle from where it was interrupted, press
the START/PAUSE button.
For more information about the functions, you can request or download from the WEB a Use & Care Guide by following the instructions on the last page.
ADVICE AND TIPS
TIPS
Before loading the baskets, remove all food residues from the crockery and empty the glasses. You do not need to rinse beforehand
under running water.
Arrange the crockery so that it is held in place firmly and does
not tip over; and arrange the containers with the openings facing
downwards and the concave/convex parts placed obliquely, thus
allowing the water to reach every surface and flow freely.
Warning: lids, handles, trays and frying pans do not prevent the
sprayer arms from rotating. Place any small items in the cutlery
basket. Very soiled dishes and pans should be placed in the lower
basket because in this sector the water sprays are stronger and
allow a higher washing performance.
After loading the appliance, make sure that the sprayer arms can
rotate freely.
HYGIENE
To avoid odour and sediment which can be accumulated in the
dishwasher please run a high temperature program at least one
a month. Use a tea spoon of detergent and run it without the
loading to clean your appliance.
UNSUITABLE CROCKERY
• Wooden crockery and cutlery.
• Delicate decorated glasses, artistic handicraft and antique
crockery. Their decorations are not resistant.
• Parts in synthetic material which do not withstand high
temperatures.
• Copper and tin crockery.
• Crockery soiled with ash, wax, lubricating grease or ink.
The colours of glass decorations and aluminium/silver pieces
can change and fade during the washing process. Some types of
glass (e.g. crystal objects) can become opaque after a number of
wash cycles too.
DAMAGE TO GLASS AND CROCKERY
• Only use glasses and porcelain guaranteed by the manufacturer as dishwasher safe.
• Use a delicate detergent suitable for crockery.
• Collect glasses and cutlery from the dishwasher as soon as
the wash cycle is over.
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LOADING THE RACKS
CUTLERY RACK
The third rack was designed to house the cutlery. Arrange the cutlery
as shown in the figure. A separate arrangement of the cutlery makes
collection easier after washing and improves washing and drying
performance.
Knives and other utensils with sharp edges must be placed in the
cutlery basket with the blades facing downwards.
The geometry of the rack makes it possible to place such small items
as coffee cups in the area in the middle.
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER RACK
The height of the upper rack can be adjusted: high position to place
bulky crockery in the lower basket and low position to make the most
of the tip-up supports by creating more space
upwards and avoid collision with the items
loaded into lower rack. The upper rack is equipped with a Upper Rack height adjuster (see
figure), without pressing the levers, lift it up by
simply holding the rack sides, as soon as the
rack is stable in its upper position.
To restore to the lower position, press the levers
A at the sides of the rack and move the basket
downwards.
We strongly recommend that you do not
adjust the height of the rack when it is loaded.
NEVER raise or lower the basket on one side only.
A
FOLDABLE FLAPS WITH ADJUSTABLE POSITION
The side foldable flaps can be positioned at
three different heights to optimize the arrangement of crockery inside the rack. Wine glasses
can be placed safely in the foldable flaps by
inserting the stem of each glass into the corresponding slots. For optimum drying results
incline the foldable flaps more. To change the
inclination, pull up the foldable flap, slide it slightly and position it as you wish.
UPPER RACK
Load delicate and light dishes: glasses, cups, saucers, low salad bowls.
LOWER RACK
For pots, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. Large plates and lids
should ideally be placed at the sides to avoid interferences with the
spray arm. The lower rack has tip-up supports which can be used in a
vertical position when arranging plates or in a horizontal position (lower) to load pans and salad bowls easily.
(loading example for the upper rack)
(loading example for the lower rack)
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EN
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE FILTER ASSEMBLY
CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS
Regularly clean the filter assembly so that the filters do not clog and
that the waste water flows away correctly. The filter assembly consists
of three filters which remove food residues from the washing water
and then recirculate the water: to obtain the best washing results, you
need to keep them clean.
The dishwasher must not be used without filters or if the filter is
loose.
After several washes, check the filter assembly and if necessary clean it
thoroughly under running water, using a non-metallic brush and following the instructions below:
1. Turn the cylindrical filter A in an anti-clockwise direction and pull it out
(Fig 1).
2. Remove the cup filter B by exerting a slight pressure on the side
flaps (Fig 2).
3. Slide out the stainless-steel plate filter C (Fig 3).
4. Inspect the trap and remove any food residues. NEVER REMOVE
the wash-cycle pump protection (black detail) (Fig 4).
On occasions, food residue may become encrusted onto the spray
arms and block the holes used to spray the water. It is therefore recommended that you check the arms from time to time and clean them
with a small non-metallic brush.
1
To remove the upper spray arm, turn the plastic locking ring in an anticlockwise direction. The upper spray arm should be replaced so that
the side with the greater number of holes is facing upwards.
2
B
A
A
The lower spray arm may be removed by pulling it upwards.
CLEANING THE WATER INLET HOSE
If the water hoses are new or have not been used for an extended
period of time, let the water run to make sure it is clear and free of
impurities before performing the necessary connections. If this
precaution is not taken, the water inlet could become blocked and
damage the dishwasher.
C
3
4
After cleaning the filters, re-place the filter assembly and fix it in position correctly; this is essential for maintaining the efficient operation
of the dishwasher.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Your dishwasher may not work properly.
Before contacting the Service Centre check if the problem can be solved by going through the following list.
PROBLEMS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
The dishwasher
won’t start
or does not
respond to
commands.
The appliance has not been plugged
in properly.
Power outage.
Insert the plug into the socket.
The dishwasher door is not closed.
Vigorously push the door until you hear the “click”.
It does not respond to commands.
Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, switch it back
on after approximately one minute and reset the program.
The dishwasher The wash cycle has not finished yet.
won’t drain.
The drain hose is bent.
The sink drain pipe is blocked.
The filter is clogged up with food
residues.
The dishwasher The dishes are rattling against each
makes
excessive
An excessive amount of foam has
noise.
been produced.
The dishes are
not clean.
The dishwasher starts automatically when the power returns.
Wait until the wash cycle finishes.
Check that the drain hose is not bent (see INSTALATION INSTRUCTION).
Clean the sink drain pipe.
Clean the filter (see CLEANING THE FILTER ASSEMBLY).
Position the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use in dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER).
Reset dishwasher by pressing the DRAIN button (see OPTIONS AND
FUNCTIONS) and run new program without detergent.
The crockery has not been arranged
properly.
Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
The spray arms cannot rotate freely,
being hindered by the dishes.
Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
The wash cycle is too gentle.
Select an appropriate wash cycle (see PROGRAMS TABLE).
An excessive amount of foam has
been produced.
The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable
for use in dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER).
The cap on the rinse aid compartment Make sure the cap of the rinse aid dispenser is closed.
has not been shut correctly.
The filter is soiled or clogged.
Clean the filter assembly (see CARE AND MAINTENANCE).
There is no salt.
Fill the salt reservoir (see FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR).
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
For more information, maintenance procedures and troubleshooting, see the Use and Care Guide
The Use and Care Guide can be obtained by:
• After-Sales Service; phone number see in warranty
booklet.
• download from website: docs.whirlpool.eu
• use QR code
CONTACTING AFTER-SALES SERVICE
When you contact the After-Sales Service, you must provide the codes shown on the rating plate attached to the
left or right side inside the door of the dishwasher.
The phone number is listed
in the warranty booklet or on the
website:
www.whirlpool.eu
IEC 436
:
TECHNICAL DATASHEET
The technical data containing the energy consumption
data can be downloaded from the website:
docs.whirlpool.eu
400011360493B
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