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USA/CAN Dishwasher / User Manual  

F8642FI / F8242FI  

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Name	AEG F8642FI Tall Tub Dishwasher
Make	AEG
Language	English
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AEG F8642FI Tall Tub Dishwasher Overview

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• Page 1: USA/CAN dishwasher user manual for models F8642FI and F8242FI.
• Page 2: Important safety instructions Installation Technical specifications Before using the appliance Loading your dishwasher Programs and options table The control panel Maintenance and cleaning Troubleshooting
• Page 3: Introduction Please read this user manual and particularly the safety instructions completely and carefully. Be sure to observe all listed warnings and cautions. Look particularly for the icons with exclamation marks inside. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in injury. NOTICE: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the dishwasher, the tableware, the equipment or the environment.
• Page 4: Important safety instructions should be followed when using the dishwasher. Read all instructions before using the dishwasher and save them for future reference. Use the dishwasher only for its intended purpose as described in the user manual. The appliance is intended for normal household use only. The manufacturer disclaims responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper use. Follow the information in the user manual to minimize the risk of fire or explosion. Use only recommended detergents or wetting agents and keep them out of children's reach. When loading items, locate sharp items carefully to avoid damaging the door seal. Do not wash plastic items unless they are marked dishwasher safe. Do not touch the heating element during or immediately after use.
• Page 5: Infirm persons should be kept away from the dishwasher when the door is open. Consult a doctor immediately if detergent has been swallowed or inhaled. Do not remove the dishes from the appliance until the program is complete, as some detergent may remain. Check that the detergent dispenser is empty after the completion of each wash program. Do not drink or play with the water in the appliance due to potentially harmful residues. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on a dishwasher. Parents or legal guardians must instruct children in safe practices when they are old enough to operate the appliance. Do not leave the appliance with the open door unattended to avoid accidental stepping onto it. Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket. Do not use high pressure water sprays or steam to clean the appliance.
• Page 6: To avoid floor damage and possible mold growth, do not allow wet areas to remain around or under the dishwasher. To avoid dishwasher damage, do not allow water to remain in your dishwasher systems through extended periods of freezing. To avoid risk of injury, always use caution when opening the door during or following a wash cycle as hot water or steam may escape. Do not store or use flammable liquids or vapors in the area of the dishwasher, near or on the appliance. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. If the hot-water system has not been used for such a period, before using the dishwasher turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. Please check the water supply line periodically. It is susceptible to breakage. Replace the water supply line immediately when it is torn, cut, swollen or there is water leakage.
• Page 7: Electrical supply must be 120 V, 60 Hz, AC. Use a dishwasher-dedicated, properly grounded circuit. Fuses or breakers should be rated for 15 amperes. Conductors must be a minimum of #16 AWG copper wire. Wiring should be rated at 75 °C (167 °F) or higher. Requirements must be met to prevent injury and damage. Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt. Do not use extension cords or portable outlet devices. Danger of suffocation from plastic wrappings and bags. Dispose of plastic safely and keep out of children's reach.
• Page 8: Technical specifications include permissible water pressure of 4.35 - 145 psi (0.3 - 10 bars) and an electrical connection of 120 V, 12 A, 60Hz. Total power is rated at 1400 W, with heater power at 1100 W. Specifications and design may change without prior notice. The device corresponds to UL 749 Household Dishwasher directive. General appearance features include an upper basket with racks, upper spray arm, lower basket, lower spray arm, 3rd basket, top nozzle, filters, rating plate, control panel, detergent and rinse-aid dispenser, salt dispenser, and upper basket track latch. The drying unit provides better drying performance for dishes.
• Page 9: Before using the appliance Preparing your dishwasher for first use Make sure the electricity and supply water specifications match the values indicated in the installation instructions for the machine. Remove all packaging material inside the machine. Set the water softener level. Fill the rinse aid compartment. For a good washing function, the dishwasher needs soft, less calcareous water. Use softener salt specifically produced for use in dishwashers. Machine can only be used with special dishwasher salt to soften the water. Do not use any small grained or powdered type of salts which can be easily soluble. After every 20-30 cycles, add salt into your machine until it fills up (approx. 1 kg).
• Page 10: Test strip instructions include running water through the tap for one minute and keeping the strip in the water for one second. Shake the strip and wait for one minute before setting the hardness level of your machine. The default hardness level is set to 1. For well water or hardness levels above 90 dF, it is recommended to use filter and refinement devices. The water hardness table provides levels in French dF, British dE, and German dH. The dishwasher is equipped with a water softener that reduces the hardness in the mains water supply. To find out the hardness level of your tap water, contact your water company or use a test strip. Instructions for changing the salt level include opening the door, pressing specific keys, and adjusting the salt amount. After adjustments, turn off the machine to save the selected salt amount.
• Page 11: Detergent usage Only use detergents specifically designed for domestic dishwashers. Add the proper detergent for the selected program to ensure the best performance. Do not fill detergent into the detergent compartment more than required. Using little detergent can result in poor cleaning. Rinse-aid usage The rinse aid helps to dry the dishes without streaks and stains. If rinse aid dosage setting is set too low, whitish stains remain on dishes. Be careful not to overfill the rinse aid compartment and wipe up any spills. Filling the detergent The dispenser should be refilled just before the start of each program. In order to change the rinse aid level, follow the specified steps. We recommend you do not use combined detergents in short programs.
• Page 12: Level brightener dose indicators show the amount dispensed. R:1 indicates no rinse-aid dispensed. R:2 indicates one dose dispensed. R:3 indicates two doses dispensed. R:4 indicates three doses dispensed. R:5 indicates four doses dispensed. The display shows the corresponding dose number. Each level corresponds to a specific amount of rinse-aid. The system tracks the amount of rinse-aid used. Proper dosing is essential for optimal performance.
• Page 13: Loading your dishwasher requires attention to manufacturer instructions regarding suitable dishes for optimal washing results and energy use. Proper placement of dishes enhances energy consumption, washing, and drying performance. The lower basket is designed for round and deep items like pots, plates, and cutlery, while the upper basket is for dessert plates, bowls, cups, and glasses. Long stem glasses should be leaned against the basket edge or glass supporter wire, not against each other. Spoons can be placed among other cutlery to prevent sticking. High temperature water and detergent may damage certain items. When loading sharp items, place knives with handles up to reduce injury risk. Always remove coarse food leftovers before loading. Use the cutlery grid for best results and place sharp-pointed dishes with points facing down or horizontally. Opening the door during operation interrupts all functions, which will resume once closed. Ensure dishes do not obstruct the spray arms. Large and very dirty items should be placed in the lower rack, and avoid putting items that can absorb water in the appliance. Containers should be loaded with openings facing downwards to prevent water collection. Dishes and cutlery should not be stacked above each other.
• Page 14: Upper rack is for dessert plates, cups, and glasses. Lower rack is for round and deep items like pots and lids. The lower rack should not be used for small items such as cups and wine glasses. Top rack load pattern for 10 place settings. Bottom rack load patterns for 10 place settings. Additional loading pattern for 12 place settings. Bottom rack load patterns for 12 place settings. Top rack load pattern for 8 place settings. Bottom rack load patterns for 8 place settings.
• Page 15: Loading cutlery basket is model dependent. Place all large and very dirty items in the lower rack. Large knives and other utensils with sharp tips and edges must be placed horizontally into the upper rack due to risk of injury. Other smaller knives and sharp utensils should be placed with sharp side down in the cutlery basket. Make sure that large items do not interfere with the rotation of the spray arms, and do not prevent the detergent dispenser from opening. Cutlery basket load pattern is for 12 place settings. You can load cutlery such as knives, spoons, forks, serving spoons, etc. Sharp cutlery may have shifted position during the wash operation and can be wet and slippery. Small items should be placed in the cutlery tray or cutlery basket to prevent falling through the holders. 3rd rack load pattern is for 8 place settings.
• Page 16: Incorrect loading can cause poor washing and drying performance. Please follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for a good performance result.
• Page 17: Top basket Rack with height adjustment These racks are designed to increase the capacity of the top basket. You can place your cups and glasses on these racks. Height adjustment plastics mounted on the basket allow racks to be in 2 different positions. You can also place long knives, forks, and spoons on these racks horizontally. The basket height adjustment mechanism is designed to let you adjust the height of your top basket without removing it. Basket of your machine is set to upper position in factory settings. Make sure that both levers catch in the same height position. Top basket horizontal wire allows you to place your plates and bowls where required.
• Page 18: Height setting when basket is filled. Lower basket folding racks are designed to let you place big items easier such as pots and pans. Each part of the folding racks can be folded separately or all can be folded for larger spaces. You can use folding racks by raising them upwards or by folding. The upper basket includes a mechanism to adjust the height without removing the basket. Hold the basket on both sides to pull it up or push it down. Ensure both sides of the upper basket are in the same position.
• Page 19: Direct wash zone is used to wash glasses and bottles by directing water upwards when the apparatus is in the vertical position. When the apparatus is in the horizontal position, the water goes down, allowing the lower basket to be washed. The sides of the stemware holder can be folded up for compact storage when not needed. Silverware basket is designed to wash dishes such as knives, forks, and spoons in a cleaner manner. The cutlery basket can be moved to create a wider space in the lower basket for dishes of different sizes.
• Page 20: Programs and options table Standard program for daily, regular or typical use to completely wash a load of normally soiled dishes. This program automatically adjusts the temperature and the quantity of water, the energy consumption and the program duration. Suitable for heavily soiled dishes with dried on food. Suitable for normally soiled daily dishes. Suitable for lightly soiled delicate dishes. Suitable for normally soiled daily dishes with faster program. Suitable to rinse dishes that you plan to wash later. Compatibility of programs and options.
• Page 21: The program duration may change according to the amount of dishes, water temperature, ambient temperature, and selected additional functions. The energy-usage label is based on the “Regular” program, which is the most efficient for cleaning normally soiled dishes. Only use powder detergent for short programs, which do not include drying. To assist drying, we recommend slightly opening the door after a cycle is complete. Hot water is needed for best dishwashing and drying results, with a minimum temperature of 120°F (49°C). To check water temperature entering the dishwasher, turn on the hot water faucet near the dishwasher and use a thermometer. If the temperature is below 120°F (49°C), have a qualified person raise the hot water heater thermostat setting. Check the salt indicator on the control panel to see if there is adequate softening salt in the dishwasher. Refill the salt reservoir whenever the salt warning indicator appears on the control panel. To add salt, follow the specified steps involving the control panel keys.
• Page 22: Programming the washing time delay timer allows you to wash dishes during appropriate hours by delaying the start of the selected program up to 19 hours. The delay timer cannot be set after the program starts. To set the delay timer, press the delay timer function key after selecting the washing program. The display will show the program number, program duration, and delay time alternately for 2 seconds. The sanitize function raises the water temperature in the final rinse, and the sanitized indicator lights up if the program is successfully sanitized. Selecting the extra fast option decreases the duration of a washing program, providing more economical water usage. The extra dry function changes the water temperature for each program to perform an extra drying cycle. When the hi-temp option is selected, both the water temperature and washing time are increased. The half load key allows the machine to operate without loading it completely, saving power while using the lower and/or upper baskets. While the delay timer function is activated, changes to the washing program or auxiliary functions cannot be made.
• Page 23: If this is insufficient, use specific cleansing material available in the market. To clean any accumulated residue in the door seals, wipe the seals regularly by using a damp cloth. Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. Clean the filters and spray arms at least once a month. Your dishwasher can only be repaired by an authorized service agent. Do not try to repair your machine unless any recommendation in this manual. Check if any food waste has remained on the coarse and fine filters. All surfaces are susceptible to scratching. Keep the floor around your dishwasher clean and dry to prevent any possible injury. Cleaning the machine in regular intervals prolongs the machine’s service life.
• Page 24: Spray arms Cleaning the impellers Clean the impellers at least once a week for the machine to operate efficiently. Check whether or not the holes for the upper and lower spray arms are clogged. If there is any clogging, remove the spray arms and clean them under water. You can remove the lower spray arm by pulling it upwards, while the upper spray arm nut can be removed by turning the nut to the left. Check if the holes on the lower spray arm are clogged. If they are clogged, remove and clean the spray arm. Be sure that the nut is perfectly tightened when refitting the upper spray arm. Lower spray arm is metal; after removing the lower spray arm for maintenance and cleaning, do not disassemble the plastic part from the spray arm. Only the 24 dishwasher has a metal lower spray arm.
• Page 25: Remove blue film before use. Check if the holes on the upper impeller are clogged. If they are clogged, remove and clean the impeller. Turn its nut to the left to remove the upper impeller. Make sure that the nut is tightened well when installing the upper impeller.
• Page 26: What should not be washed in your dishwasher? All items to be placed in the dishwasher should be dishwasher safe. Plastics with “dishwasher safe” or equivalent label can only be used in dishwashers. Any dishes made out of wood or made with wooden parts are not suitable for washing in dishwashers. Silver items without dishwasher safe label should not be washed in the dishwasher. Dishwasher safe silver items and stainless steel items should not come into contact. Porcelain and glassware with decorations and hand-painted utensils may lose their color and patterns. Do not wash sponges or dish cloths in dishwasher. Do not wash any material like acrylic, copper, brass, pewter, iron, bronze or tin. Glued dishes or cutlery are not suitable for machine washing. If in doubt, wash by hand or follow the instructions from the manufacturer.
• Page 27: Troubleshooting Your dishwasher is not plugged in. Your dishwasher is not switched on. Check your indoor fuses. Turn on the water inlet tap. The programme does not start. Water inlet tap is closed. Check the water inlet hose and machine filters. Water remains inside the machine. Clean the filters. Use the correct amount of detergent, as instructed in the programme table.
• Page 28: Fault possible causes and troubleshooting tips include: Use the correct amount of detergent as instructed in the programme table. Not enough detergent used can lead to issues. Increase rinse aid and/or water softener setting if necessary. Whitish stains remaining on dishes may indicate high water hardness level. Check that the salt compartment cap is closed properly to avoid issues. Select a programme with a drying option if dishes do not dry. Use only dishwasher-proof sets to prevent damage. Adjust the water hardness level using the water hardness table. Consult a qualified electrician immediately for poor mains grounding. Ensure the detergent compartment is dry before adding detergent.
• Page 29: Automatic fault warnings and what to do Possible fault: Water inlet system failure What to do: Make sure the water inlet tap is open and water is flowing. Separate the inlet hose from the tap and clean the filter of the hose. Contact for service if the error continues. Possible fault: Pressure system failure What to do: Close the tap and contact for service. Possible fault: Inability to discharge water What to do: Cancel the program. If the error continues, contact for service. Possible fault: Heater error What to do: Unplug the machine and close the tap. Contact for service. Possible fault: Overflow What to do: Contact for service. Possible fault: Overheating What to do: Contact for service. Possible fault: Divisor position error What to do: Contact for service. Possible fault: Faulty heater sensor What to do: Contact for service. Possible fault: High voltage failure What to do: Contact for service.
• Page 30: Practical information When the machine isn’t in operation, disconnect the plug and close the tap. Leave the door slightly open to prevent odour formation. Select the dry option to remove water droplets. Place dishes in the machine properly to achieve the best energy consumption, washing, and drying performance. Rinse dirty dishes before placing them in the dishwasher. Only use the rinse program when necessary. Do not place the machine near a refrigerator because it will reach high temperatures. If the machine is located in an area that is at risk of freezing, close the tap, disconnect the inlet hose from the tap, and drain the water inside the hose and the machine completely.