Multitab button
Press this button to activate/deactivate the multitab function. Refer to the chapter 'Multitab
function'.
Half-load button
The half-load option is not available for all washing programmes. Refer to the chapter
'Washing programmes'.
• Load dishes in the upper and lower basket.
• Decrease the detergent dosage when you use the half-load option.
• Press the half-load button to set the option.
– The half-load indicator light comes on, when the half-load option is selectable.
With the half-load button pressed the time duration and the consumption of water and
energy are reduced.
Function buttons
Use the function buttons for these operations:
• To set the water softener. Refer to the chapter 'Setting the water softener'.
• To deactivate/activate the audible signals. Refer to the section 'Audible signals'.
• To deactivate/activate the rinse aid dispenser, when multitab function is active. Refer to
the chapter 'Multitab function'.
• To cancel the washing programme in progress or a delay start in progress. Refer to the
chapter 'Setting and starting a washing programme'.
Setting mode
The appliance must be in setting mode for these operations:
• To set a washing programme.
• To set the water softener level.
• To deactivate/activate the audible signals.
• To deactivate/activate the rinse aid dispenser.
Press the on/off button. The appliance is in setting mode when:
– The digital display shows two horizontal bars.
Press the on/off button. The appliance is not in setting mode when:
– The digital display shows the minutes of the programme duration.
– A washing programme is set. It is necessary to cancel the programme to go back to the
setting mode. Refer to the chapter 'Setting and starting a washing programme'.
Audible signals
You can hear an audible signal:
• At the end of the washing programme.
• During the setting of the level of the water softener.
• When the appliance has a malfunction.
The activation of the audible signals is set at the factory.
Do these steps to deactivate the audible signals:
1. Switch on the appliance.
2. Make sure that the appliance is in setting mode.
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Control panel