[. . . ] This product is guaranteed for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase* against Any failure resulting from a manufacturing or material defect. This warranty does not cover defects or damage resulting from incorrect installation, improper use or abnormal Wear of the product. Chosen, tested and recommended by ELECTRO DEPOT, the products of the VALBERG brand are easy to use, reliable and of an impeccable standard. Thanks to this appliance, you can be sure that each use will bring you satisfaction. [. . . ] In most modern fitted kitchens, there is a single worktop under which the cabinets and appliances are installed. In this case, remove the worktop from the dishwasher by removing the screws under the rear edge of the top section). After removing the worktop, the screws must be reinstalled under the rear edge of the upper section). The height of the appliance will then be reduced to 815 mm, in accordance with international (ISO) regulations, and the dishwasher will fit perfectly under the kitchen worktop. Move the right basket from the right to the left, so that the two baskets overlap. Please read the relevant chapters in the user guide for more detailed operating instructions. Install the dishwasher (Please refer to the section on "INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS»). The water softener must be adjusted manually, using the water hardness indicator. The water softener is designed to eliminate mineral salts contained in the water, which May affect the correct operation of the appliance. The softener should be adjusted according to the water hardness in your area. Your local water authority can give you information on the hardness of the in your area. adjusting salt consumption · This dishwasher can adjust the amount of salt used according to the hardness of the water. Within 60 seconds of turning on the appliance, press the «Programmes» button for 5 Seconds to enter the water softener setting mode. The settings adjustment order is as follows: H1 -> H2 -> H3 -> H4 -> H5 -> H6. 178 mmol/l Factory setting: H3 Contact your local water company for information on the hardness of your water. If your model does not have a water softener, you Can skip this section. If hard water is used in the dishwasher, limescale will accumulate on dishes and utensils. This appliance is equipped with a special softener that uses a salt container specifically designed to remove limescale and minerals from the water. preparing and loading tableware Consider buying utensils that are labelled "dishwasher safe". For fragile items, select a programme with the lowest possible temperature. To avoid damage, do not remove glasses and cutlery from the dishwasher immediately after the programme has finished. Cutlery with wooden, horn, porcelain or mother of pearl handles · Plastic products that are not heat resistant · Old cutlery with glued parts that do not tolerate high temperatures · Some types of glass can become cloudy after many washes · Silver and aluminium items have a tendency to discolour during washing · Varnished designs may fade if they are frequently washed in the machine Recommendations for loading the dishwasher Remove any large food residue. [. . . ] interior maintenance of the appliance Filtration system The filtration system inside bottom of the tub catches large residue during the wash cycle. Regularly check the condition of the filters and clean them under running water if necessary. PLEASE NOTE Images are for guidance only, filter systems and spray arm models may vary. The pre-filter can be separated from the main filter by gently pressing the tabs at the top of the filter and pulling the filter out. [. . . ]