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Panasonic NP-B6V1 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

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Mode d'emploi et instructions d'installation
DISHWASHER (For home use)
GESCHIRRSPÜLMASCHINE (Für den Heimgebrauch)
VAATWASSER (Voor thuisgebruik)
LAVE VAISSELLE (Pour un usage domestique)
Model No.
NP-B6V1
For Domestic Use Only
Nur für den Hausgebrauch
Voor huishoudelijk gebruik
Pour Usage Domestique Soulement
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  • Page 1 Mode d’emploi et instructions d’installation DISHWASHER (For home use) GESCHIRRSPÜLMASCHINE (Für den Heimgebrauch) VAATWASSER (Voor thuisgebruik) LAVE VAISSELLE (Pour un usage domestique) Model No. NP-B6V1 For Domestic Use Only Nur für den Hausgebrauch Voor huishoudelijk gebruik Pour Usage Domestique Soulement...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety and operating instructions ___________________________ 2 Installation and set-up____________________________________ 5 Description of the controls ________________________________ 8 Operating instructions ___________________________________ 15 Cleaning and maintenance _______________________________ 29 Troubleshooting _______________________________________ 33 Thank you for choosing this products. Please read this manual carefully as it contains all the information required concerning the right conditions for safe and proper use of your dishwasher.

  • Page 4: Safety And Operating Instructions

    Installation instructions 1. Safety and operating instructions THIS MANUAL FORMS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE APPLIANCE: IT MUST ALWAYS BE KEPT INTACT TOGETHER WITH THE DISHWASHER. BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE, CAREFULLY READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. INSTALLATION MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.
  • Page 5 Installation instructions WARNING: SOME DISHWASHER DETERGENTS ARE STRONGLY ALKALINE. THEY CAN BE EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF SWALLOWED. AVOID CONTACT WITH THE SKIN AND EYES AND KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM THE DISHWASHER WHEN THE DOOR IS OPEN. CHECK THAT THE DETERGENT RECEPTACLE IS EMPTY AFTER COMPLETION OF THE WASH CYCLE.
  • Page 6 Installation instructions DO NOT DRINK THE WATER RESIDUES WHICH MAY BE PRESENT INSIDE THE DISHES OR DISHWASHER AT THE END OF THE WASHING PROGRAM AND BEFORE THE DRYING CYCLE. LEANING OR SITTING ON THE DISHWASHER DOOR WHEN OPEN MAY CAUSE THE APPLIANCE TO OVERTURN, PUTTING PEOPLE AT RISK. NEVER LEAVE THE DISHWASHER DOOR OPEN;...

  • Page 7: Installation And Set-Up

    Installation instructions 2. Installation and set-up Remove the polystyrene basket retainers. Position the appliance in the desired place of installation. The back or sides of the dishwasher may be placed up against walls or other furniture units. If the dishwasher is installed near a heat source, fit the special insulating panel to prevent overheating and malfunction of the appliance.
  • Page 8 Installation instructions Water supply connection Preventing the risk of clogging or damage: if the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, before connecting to the water supply check that the water is clear and free of impurities, to prevent damage to the appliance.
  • Page 9 Installation instructions Electrical connection and precautions CHECK THAT THE VOLTAGE AND THE FREQUENCY OF THE MAINS MATCH THE RATINGS ON THE NAME PLATE OF THE APPLIANCE POSITIONED ON THE INNER EDGE OF THE DOOR. THE PLUG ON THE MAIND LEAD AND THE CORRESPONDING HOUSEHOLD MAINS SOCKET MUST BE OF THE SAME TYPE AND MEET THE REGULATIONS IN FORCE.

  • Page 10: Description Of The Controls

    User instructions 3. Description of the controls Upper panel All the dishwasher controls are grouped on the upper panel. Switch-on, programming, switch-off etc. procedures are only possible when the door is open. ON/OFF BUTTON PROGRAM SELECTION BUTTON and INDICATOR LIGHT SALT WARNING LIGHT RINSE AID WARNING LIGHT EXTRA DRY OPTION BUTTON and LIGHT...
  • Page 11 User instructions SETTING THE WASHING PROGRAM AND SWITCHING ON To select the most suitable programme for the dishes to be washed refer to the following table: which indicates the most appropriate program according to dish type and degree of soiling. After using the table to identify the most appropriate washing program: press the ON/OFF button and wait for the PROGRAM INDICATOR LIGHT to illuminate;...
  • Page 12 User instructions DURATION CONSUMPTION PROGRAMME, LOAD CROCKERY AND PROGRAM NUMBER & CUTLERY PROGRESS MINUTES WATER POWER SYMBOL LITRES kWh (1) 1 SOAK Pans and dishes awaiting 0,02 Cold prewash completion of the load. FAST Dishes with light dirt, Wash at 38° C 0,70 washed immediately after Rinse at 50°...
  • Page 13 User instructions SPEED PROGRAMS (see relevant section for explanation of functioning modes) DURATION CONSUMPTION PROGRAMME LOAD CROCKERY PROGRAM NUMBER E AND CUTLERY PROGRESS MINUTES WATER POWER SYMBOL LITRES kWh (1) 7 LIGHT SPEED Wash at 50° C Delicate dishes, with 1,00 Cold rinse light dirt.
  • Page 14 User instructions Washing programmes Before starting a washing program make sure that: The water supply tap/valve is open. The correct amount of detergent has been added to the dispenser. The baskets have been correctly loaded. The spray arms are able to rotate freely and without obstruction.
  • Page 15 User instructions DELAYED START The start of the washing program can be delayed to program the dishwasher to operate at the preferred time of day (e.g. overnight). Press the PROGRAM DELAY button to activate the option. When the door is closed, the appliance will prewash the dishes, after which the "program delay"...
  • Page 16 User instructions TO SAVE ON ENERGY! … AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT Always try to run the dishwasher fully loaded. Do not wash the dishes in running water. Use the washing program that is most appropriate for each type of load. Do not carry out any preliminary rinsing.

  • Page 17: Operating Instructions

    User instructions 4. Operating instructions Once the dishwasher has been correctly installed, prepare for use as follows: Adjust the water softening system; Add the regenerating salt; Adjust the rinse aid dispenser setting; Add the rinse aid and detergent. Using the water softening system The amount of scale contained in the water (water hardness index) can cause whitish staining on the dry dishes, which...
  • Page 18 User instructions Do not use table salt as it contains insoluble substances which, over time, may damage the water softening system. When necessary, refill the regenerating salt container before starting the washing program. In this way, the excess saline solution will be immediately removed by the water; the prolonged presence of salt water inside the tank may lead to corrosion.
  • Page 19 User instructions WATER HARDNESS TABLE WATER HARDNESS SETTING ° H German ° F French ° l English Degrees Degrees Degrees h.-0 NO SALT 0 - 6 0 - 11 0 - 8 7 - 10 12 - 18 9 - 12 h.-1 h.-2 11 - 15...
  • Page 20 User instructions ADDING THE RINSE AID The rinse aid helps the dishes dry faster and prevents the formation of scale deposits and staining; it is automatically added to the water during the final rinse cycle, from the container situated on the inner side of the door. To add rinse aid: Open the door.
  • Page 21 User instructions ADDING THE DETERGENT To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press the button P. Add the detergent and close the cap carefully. During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be opened automatically. When a program with hot prewash is selected (see program table), extra detergent must be placed in the cavity G/H (depending on models).
  • Page 22 User instructions The introduction of detergent into the rinse aid dispenser, even in liquid form, will damage the dishwasher. General warnings and recommendations Before using the dishwasher for the first time, it is advisable to read the following recommendations concerning dish types to be washed and their loading.
  • Page 23 User instructions WARNING! Make sure that the dishes are securely in place so that they cannot tip over or obstruct the rotation of the spray arms during the washing cycle. Do not place very small objects in the baskets as these could fall and obstruct the spray arms or the wash pump.
  • Page 24 User instructions Using the baskets The dishwasher has a capacity of 13 place-settings, including serving dishes. LOWER BASKET The lower basket receives the full force of the lower spray arm, and should therefore be used for the “toughest” items with a heavier degree of soiling.
  • Page 25 User instructions LOADING THE LOWER BASKET Carefully load flat plates, soup plates, dessert and serving dishes, positioning them vertically. Pots, pans and their covers must be loaded upside down. When loading soup plates and dessert bowls, be sure to leave a gap between them. Loading examples: Examples of loading for intensive dirt:...
  • Page 26 User instructions TOP CUTLERY BASKET The basket is designed to take cutlery, placed in the spaces provided, long utensils, positioned lengthwise and small items. The “drawer” extraction system makes the basket easier to load, but it can also be taken completely off its runners by removing the retainers (as shown here).
  • Page 27 User instructions CUTLERY BASKET The basket has removable top grids into which items of cutlery should be inserted to keep them properly spaced and allow water to pass between them effectively. The top grids and central lid are in the bag of accessories.
  • Page 28 User instructions UPPER BASKET It is recommended to load the upper basket with small- or medium-sized items such as glasses, small plates, tea or coffee cups, shallow bowls and light objects made from heat resistant plastic. If the upper basket is used in the lowermost position, it can also be loaded with serving dishes, provided they are only slightly soiled.
  • Page 29 User instructions Other accessories of upper basket: Supports for cups or long objects (ladles, spoons…), on the left; can be tipped to the vertical position when not in use. Long-stemmed glass holder, on the left; to use, simply lift and fix onto the hooks provided.
  • Page 30 User instructions ADJUSTING THE UPPER BASKET The height of the top basket can be adjusted to allow large dishes or pans to be placed in the bottom basket. With adjustment in three positions on both sides. The sides of the basket must always be set at the same height. Raise the basket by pulling on the top edge (1), to the first or second catch depending on the height required.

  • Page 31: Cleaning And Maintenance

    User instructions 5. Cleaning and maintenance Before carrying out any work, always unplug the appliance from the electrical supply or switch off the all-pole disconnection device. General warnings and recommendations Avoid the use of acidic or abrasive detergents. Clean the outer surfaces and door-lining of the dishwasher regularly using a soft cloth moistened with water or with a normal detergent suitable for painted surfaces.
  • Page 32 User instructions CLEANING THE FILTER UNIT It is advisable to periodically inspect the centre filter C and, if necessary, to clean it. To remove the filter, grip the tabs, turn them anticlockwise and lift upwards; push the centre filter D from the underside to remove it from the micro-filter: separate the two parts which make up the plastic filter by pressing the body of the filter in the zone shown by the arrows;...
  • Page 33 User instructions BEFORE STARTING THE DISHWASHER AFTER PROLONGED DISUSE: Check that there are no deposits of sludge or rust inside the water pipe: if there are, allow the water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes. Plug the mains lead back into the socket.
  • Page 34 User instructions If the dishes fail to dry or remain dull, check that: there is rinse aid inside the special container; the rinse aid dispenser setting is correct; the detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its effectiveness (for example, through incorrect storage, with the box left open).

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    To “reset” an alarm is necessary: Open and close the door, or turn off and on the machine. At this point is possible to program the dishwasher again. If the malfunction persists, contact your Panasonic Service Centre.
  • Page 36 Direct Sales at Panasonic U.K. · Order accessory and consumable items for your product with ease and confidence by phoning our Customer Communications Centre Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm, (Excluding public holidays). · Or go on line through our Internet Accessory ordering application at www.pas- europe.com...