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As soon as the connection work is completed, the user deals with the launch of the equipment. To do this, you need to understand what the icons and indicators on the dishwasher panel mean. If you don’t have instructions at hand or you don’t understand the manufacturer’s decoding, our article will help.
Dishwasher symbols
The location of the panel depends on the type of dishwasher. If this is a built-in model, the keys and indicators are located on the end of the door. Since the facade part of the built-in PMM is hinged, there is no need to move the control system to the front of the door.
Freestanding machines are a full-fledged element of the interior, so the control panel is located on the front. Buttons and indicators may be labeled, but often these are foreign names that you cannot make out without instructions. It is more convenient when the keys are indicated by symbols: a saucepan, a snowflake, an asterisk. Then the user can intuitively understand the meaning of the buttons.
The variety of symbols depends on the brand of the car (Ikea, Ariston, Siemens). And also on the number of functions of the model.
Consider the designations of the most popular brands of dishwashers.
Bosch (Bosch)
Dishwashers “Bosch” – the most popular in the Russian market. Manufacturers have created a wide range of models, a wide variety of modes and are introducing new technologies. Consider the decoding of the most common characters (follow the numbering in the picture).
- Saucepan with stand (1). The symbol speaks for itself – an intensive mode (70 degrees), which allows you to wash heavy dirt from pots, pans, pans. Duration – 115 minutes, water consumption – 21 liters.
- Auto (cup on saucers) (2). “Automatic” mode (you can say “Standard”) takes place at a temperature of 45-65 degrees. Suitable for a variety of dishes, except for products made of delicate material. Operating time – 140 minutes, consumes 19 liters.
- ECO (Economic Wash) or glass and cup on a plate (3). Initially, a “Pre-rinse” is carried out, and then a program at 50 ° C. Lasts 140 minutes, spends 14 liters.
- A glass with a cup on a stand and two arrows to the right (4) – fast cycle without primary rinse at 45 degrees. Characteristics: 30 minutes, 10 liters.
- “Shower” from water drops (5) – “Pre-rinse”. The program allows you to clean dishes from food residues, prepare appliances for a thorough wash. Time: 19 minutes, water: 4 liters.
- One glass. Denotes “Delicate wash”, works at a temperature of 40 degrees. In this case, fragile items can be washed. Takes 75 minutes, spends 15 liters.
- Plus and minus with letter h (6) – allow you to adjust the cycle time.
- Clock with arrows to the right (7) – halving the duration of the mode (VarioSpeed).
- ½ (8) – half load mode. If you have not collected dirty dishes for a full cycle, load only half with a 30% savings in resources.
- Saucepan with rockers (9) – “Intensive Wash Zone” (IntensiveZone). In the lower part, water enters under a stronger pressure than in the upper part.
- Baby bottle (10) – hygienic mode allows you to process dishes at high temperatures. Perfectly disinfects children’s dishes.
keys Start и Reset on the panel will help you start a wash cycle or reset.
In addition, the dishwasher control is equipped with operation indicators. They inform the user about a particular program. Let’s figure out how to understand the meaning of the bulbs on the Bosch panel.
- Brush (1) – washing indicator.
- End (2) – end of the program.
- Faucet icon (3) – water supply lamp.
- Wavy arrows (4) – indicator of the presence or absence of salt in the ion exchanger.
- Sun (snowflake) (5) – the presence of rinse aid in the compartment.
In dishwashers with a display, the washing modes are also equipped with bulbs. If they are lit, the program is running.
- The + icon (1) – the possibility of choosing a temperature in the region of + 65-75 ° С.
- Car (2) – automatic washing.
- Symbol “-“ – temperature range from 35 to 45 degrees.
- Eco (4) – economical program.
- Glass and cup on a stand (5) – quick wash.
- jets of water (6) – pre-rinse.
There is also a time indicator on the floor and on the display. In the first case, numbers are displayed on the floor, which indicate the time until the end of the program. The latest models have a “Beam on the floor“. Instead of a sound signal about the end of the cycle, the machine highlights the beam.
Why is the indicator blinking
It happens that the lights on the dishwasher start flashing, notifying the user of a violation in the program. If the “faucet” indicator and the “End” icon are flashing, there is a problem with the water supply. What is the reason:
- The shut-off valve is closed.
- The “Aquastop” worked and blocked the access of water.
- Problems with board elements.
Read more about it in the post. Faucet light on Bosch dishwasher.
Hotpoint Ariston (Ariston)
Dishwashers manufactured by Ariston are easier to manage. The designations on their panel are clear and easy to remember by the user.
- The indicator marked with a letter S (1) reports the presence of salt. The one marked with a cross indicates the amount of rinse aid.
- Pan with three lines (2) – intensive washing under strong water pressure. Duration – 2 h 25 min (± 15 min).
- Saucepan with two coasters (pan with a circle) (3) – normal washing mode. Lasts 1 hour 50 minutes (± 10 minutes).
- Eco (4) — Economy mode. Ecological washing at 50 degrees. Time: 2 h 35 min (± 15 min).
- The letter “R” in a circle (5) – express washing and drying dishes. For lightly soiled dishes. In just 25 minutes, clean 10 items immediately after eating.
- three wavy lines (6) – “Soaking” mode. If you do not have time to run a full cycle, or dried dirt remains on the dishes, press the 6 key.
- stemware (7) – “Delicate wash”. Lasts 1 hour 30 minutes (± 10 minutes), works at low temperature.
- Number 8 — the «Start» key.
- P button — mode selection.
Asko
What do the symbols on the panel mean:
- Asterisk (My Favorite) – you can include your favorite program in the list of permanent use.
- Delay – Possibility to postpone the start.
- Pill icon (Multitabs or 3 in 1) — the machine recognizes tablet cleaners.
- Plate or saucepan – “Standard” sink. Lasts 110-170 minutes.
- Lock – the door is blocked from accidental opening.
There may be such icons as shown in the picture:
The instructions will help you accurately determine the meaning of all the symbols on the panel of your Siemens, Hansa, Electrolux model.
Siemens (Siemens)
The icons are basically the same as those on the Bosch dishwasher.
Hansa
Standard programs are marked with familiar symbols: saucepan, glasses, Eco:
In some models, the rinse aid indicator looks like this:
You can monitor the filling of the compartment and add rinse aid in time. It is not necessary to wait until it is completely finished.
How can I tell if my Hansa dishwasher has run out of special salt? Most manufacturers, including Hans, place a special light bulb on the control panel, indicated by arrows. An asterisk next to it is a rinse aid. If the machine has a display, then the asterisk can light up directly on the scoreboard. When this light starts flashing or glowing, it means that you need to replenish the salt in a special compartment. Depending on the model, the location of the bulbs may be as follows:
- Hansa ZIM 476H
- ZWM 446 WEH and ZWM 446 IEH
- ZIM 414 H
Other icons, indicators and buttons on the example of the Hansa ZIM 428 ELH model.
Electrolux (Electrolux)
Standard programs look like this:
Choose the washing program carefully so as not to damage the dishes.