[. . . ] €¢ The inlet water temperature varies according to the model installed. €¢ When installing the appliance, make sure the drain water discharges correctly (if necessary, remove the wire gauze from the sink siphon). €¢ Fix the drain hose to the spigot with a clamp to prevent it from coming off during operation. For appliances with water-stop system only: If the water connections are made correctly, the waterstop system safeguards your home against damage caused by flooding. [. . . ] Do not rest objects on the open door or sit or stand on it: the appliance may topple over!€¢ Do not use solvents inside the dishwasher: risk of explosion!€¢ Sharp knives and forks that might cause injury must be placed in the cutlery basket with the sharp end facing downwards. Long-handled utensils must be arranged horizontally in the upper rack, with the sharp end facing away from the front of the appliance. €¢ Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch off the appliance, disconnect the mains plug and turn off the water tap. €¢ If a fault occurs, switch off the appliance and turn off the water tap. €¢ On completion of the programme switch off the dishwasher and turn off the water tap. €¢ Repairs and technical modifications must be carried out exclusively by a qualified technician. Resistance to frost If the appliance is placed in surroundings exposed to the risk of frost, it must be drained completely. Turn off the water tap, remove the flexible inlet and outlet hoses, and let all the water run out. For appliances with water stop system: The water inlet hose and plastic casing contain electrical components. The appliance must be used at temperatures between 5°C and 45°C. This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Fm Page 16 Tuesday, January 30, 2007 11:07 AM HOW TO FILL THE SALT CONTAINER From a water hardness category of 1–2 (medium), before using the dishwasher, fill the salt container with regeneration salt (to find out the hardness level of water in your area, contact your local Water Board or check the last bill you received). If the water hardness level does not correspond to position 3 on the selector (setting on delivery) or if the water hardness level changes: Setting the correct water hardness level: Set the water hardness by turning the selector (A) inside the salt container energically. Use the table below to set the dial to the correct setting: Hardness level 1 soft 1 - 2 medium 2 average 3 mediumhard 4 hard 5 extremely hard German degrees °dH 0-4 5-9 10 - 22 23 - 29 30 - 35 36 - 41 French degrees °fH 0-7 8 - 15 16 - 30 31 - 45 46 - 60 61 - 80 mmol/l Clarke scale or English degrees °eH 0 - 5, 0 6, 3 - 11, 3 12, 5 - 27, 5 28, 8 - 36, 3 37, 5 - 43, 8 45, 0 - 51, 3 Setting A If the water hardness level falls within category 1 (soft), no salt is required. 0 - 0, 7 0, 9 - 1, 6 1, 8 - 4, 0 4, 1 - 5, 2 5, 4 - 6, 3 6, 5 - 7, 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 How to fill the salt container Warning: only use regeneration salts for use domestic dishwashers! [. . . ] C A B - • Programmes without pre-rinse: - • For programmes with additional “Half load/Multizone” function selected (if provided): When using powder or liquid detergent the dosage can be reduced by 1/3. Detergent Use good quality liquid or powder dishwasher detergents and/or tablets (do not use hand dishwashing detergents). In order to safeguard the environment, follow the manufacturer's directions for use. If you use detergents in tablet form, follow the manufacturer's directions for use. [. . . ]