Candy CF 3E3DFB
Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Freestanding Dishwasher User Manual
Model: CF 3E3DFB
Introdución
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Freestanding Dishwasher. Please read this manual carefully before using the appliance to ensure safe and efficient operation. Keep this manual for future reference.

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Información de seguridade
Observe sempre as seguintes precaucións de seguridade para reducir o risco de incendio, descarga eléctrica, lesións ás persoas ou danos no aparello.
- Asegúrate de que o lavalouzas estea debidamente conectado á terra.
- Non poña en marcha o lavalouzas se está danado. Póñase en contacto co persoal de servizo autorizado.
- Manteña os nenos lonxe do lavalouzas, especialmente cando estea en funcionamento.
- Use só deterxentes e abrillantadores deseñados especificamente para lavalouzas.
- Os obxectos afiados deben cargarse coas asas cara arriba para reducir o risco de cortes.
- Non toque o elemento de calefacción durante ou inmediatamente despois do uso.
Configuración e instalación
Unha instalación axeitada é crucial para o rendemento óptimo e a lonxevidade do seu lavalouza. Recoméndase que a instalación sexa realizada por un técnico cualificado.
1. Desembalaxe
Carefully remove all packaging materials. Inspect the dishwasher for any shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your retailer.
2 Colocación
Place the dishwasher on a flat, stable surface. Ensure there is adequate space for door opening and proper ventilation. The appliance is designed as a freestanding unit.

Imaxe: En ángulo view of the Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Freestanding Dishwasher, showing its side profile and compact design suitable for various kitchen layouts.

Image: The Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Dishwasher integrated into a modern kitchen environment, demonstrating its freestanding placement next to kitchen cabinets.
3. Conexión de auga
Connect the water inlet hose to a cold water supply tap with a 3/4-inch thread. Ensure all connections are tight to prevent leaks. The drain hose should be connected to a suitable drain pipe or sink trap, ensuring it is not kinked.
4. Conexión eléctrica
Conecte o cable de alimentación a unha toma de corrente con conexión a terra. Asegúrese de que o volumetage and frequency match the specifications on the rating plate of the dishwasher. Do not use extension cords or adapters.
5. Initial Setup (Salt and Rinse Aid)
Before first use, fill the salt dispenser with dishwasher salt and the rinse aid dispenser with rinse aid. Refer to the specific sections in this manual for detailed instructions on adjusting salt and rinse aid dosage based on your water hardness.
Instrucións de funcionamento
Siga estes pasos para un lavado eficaz e eficiente dos pratos.
1. Cargando o lavalouza
Scrape off large food particles from dishes. Load dishes carefully to ensure water can reach all surfaces. Place larger items in the lower basket and smaller items, glasses, and cups in the upper basket. Cutlery should be placed in the cutlery basket with handles down for forks and spoons, and handles up for knives.

Imaxe: Interior view of the Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Dishwasher, showing the upper and lower racks fully loaded with plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery, demonstrating optimal loading capacity.
2. Engadindo deterxente
Abra o dispensador de deterxente e engada a cantidade recomendada de deterxente para lavalouzas. Peche ben a tapa do dispensador.
3. Selección dun programa de lavado
The Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava offers 6 wash programs. Refer to the program table below for details on each program's suitability, temperature, and duration.
| Programa | Descrición | Uso típico |
|---|---|---|
| Intensivo | Para pratos e potas moi sucias. | Potas, tixolas, pratos con restos de comida reseca. |
| Eco | Programa estándar para louza diaria con sucidade normal, o máis eficiente en termos de consumo de enerxía e auga. | Daily dishes, normal soil. |
| Rápido | Para pratos lixeiramente sucios que non requiren secado. | Glasses, lightly soiled dishes. |
| Vidro | Programa suave para artigos delicados. | Delicate glassware. |
| Diariamente | Para pratos normalmente sucios. | Pratos de cada día. |
| Prelavado | Short rinse to prevent food from drying on dishes. | Pre-rinsing before a full wash. |
Use the program selector button on the control panel to choose your desired program.
4. Comezar un ciclo
Close the dishwasher door firmly. Press the Start button. The program will begin. The display will show the remaining time.
5. Fin do ciclo
At the end of the cycle, the dishwasher will signal completion. Open the door slightly to allow steam to escape and dishes to cool before unloading. Unload the lower basket first to prevent water from dripping onto dry dishes.
Mantemento e Limpeza
Un mantemento regular garante un rendemento óptimo e prolonga a vida útil do seu lavalouzas.
1. Limpeza de filtros
The filter system should be checked and cleaned regularly (e.g., weekly). Remove the coarse filter, fine filter, and microfilter. Rinse them under running water to remove food particles. Reassemble and replace them correctly.
2. Brazos pulverizadores
Comprobe se as boquillas dos brazos pulverizadores están obstruídas. Se é necesario, retire os brazos pulverizadores e limpe os orificios cun obxecto fino como un palillo.
3. Limpeza exterior
Limpe as superficies exteriores do lavalouza cun pano suave eamp pano. Non use produtos de limpeza ou disolventes abrasivos.
4. Limpeza interior
Execute periodicamente un ciclo de limpeza do lavalouza cun limpador de lavalouzas especializado para eliminar a graxa e a acumulación de cal.
5. Winterization (if applicable)
If the dishwasher is to be left in an unheated location during winter, drain all water from the appliance and disconnect the water supply. Consult a technician if unsure.
Resolución de problemas
Antes de contactar co servizo de asistencia, comprobe os seguintes problemas comúns e as súas solucións.
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| O lavalouza non arranca | Cable de alimentación non conectado; Porta non pechada correctamente; Fusible fundido. | Comprobe a conexión eléctrica; asegúrese de que a porta estea pechada; comprobe o fusible/disxuntor da casa. |
| Os pratos non están limpos | Carga incorrecta; Deterxente insuficiente; Brazos pulverizadores obstruídos; Filtros obstruídos. | Reload dishes correctly; Add more detergent; Clean spray arms; Clean filters. |
| A auga non drena | Clogged drain hose; Clogged filter; Air gap blocked. | Check and clear drain hose; Clean filters; Clear air gap. |
| Ruído excesivo | Dishes rattling; Foreign object in pump; Motor issue. | Rearrange dishes; Check for foreign objects; Contact service if motor noise persists. |
| Manchas ou película nos pratos | Abrillantador insuficiente; Auga dura; Dosificación incorrecta de deterxente. | Refill rinse aid; Adjust rinse aid dispenser setting; Use appropriate detergent amount. |
Se o problema persiste despois de intentar estas solucións, póñase en contacto co persoal de servizo autorizado.
Especificacións
Key technical specifications for the Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Dishwasher:
- Nome do modelo: CF 3E3DFB
- Tipo de instalación: Autónomo
- Capacidade: 13 Configuración de lugar
- Número de programas: 6
- Nivel de ruído: 43 dB
- Cor: Negro
- Material: Aceiro inoxidable
- Peso: Aproximadamente 46 quilogramos
- Característica especial: Baixo consumo de auga
- Compoñentes incluídos: Cesta de cubertos

Image: The EU Energy Label for the Candy CF 3E3DFB dishwasher, indicating an energy efficiency class of E, an annual energy consumption of 93 kWh per 100 cycles, 13 place settings capacity, 10.4 liters water consumption per cycle, a noise level of 43 dB, and a program duration of 3 hours and 50 minutes.
Garantía e Soporte
Your Candy CF 3E3DFB Brava Dishwasher comes with a standard manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included with your purchase for specific terms and conditions. For technical support, spare parts, or service requests, please contact Candy customer service or visit the official Candy websitio. Asegúrate de ter á man o número de modelo e a data de compra ao contactar co servizo de asistencia.
You can find more information and support on the official Candy websitio: www.candy-group.com
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