Beko dishwasher with 5 wash programs. Here is a full explanation of the buttons, indicators, and programs shown in the picture:
1. Program Selection Knob (the circular dial on the left)
• This knob is turned to select the desired wash program from the five available programs numbered 1 to 5.
2. Indicator Lights (in the center)
• Rinse Aid: Lights up when the rinse aid level in the dishwasher is low and needs refilling.
• Salt: Lights up when the dishwasher is out of dishwasher salt, used to treat water hardness.
3. Control and Operation Buttons
• Half Load: Used when you want to wash a small amount of dishes (either in the upper or lower rack only) to save water and energy.
• Start / Pause: Pressed to start the cycle after selecting the program, or to pause it to add a dish and complete the wash.
• Reset 3": When the Start/Pause button is pressed and held for 3 seconds, the current program is canceled, and the water is drained to start a new cycle.
• On / Off (Power button on the far right): To turn the dishwasher on or off completely.
4. Wash Stage Indicator Lights (written vertically next to the power button)
• Wash: Lights up during the actual washing phase.
• Dry: Lights up during the steam and heat drying phase.
• End: Lights up when the cycle is completely finished and it is safe to open the door.
5. The 5 Wash Programs (shown at the top of the panel)
1. Pre-wash: A quick cold water rinse for very dirty dishes that will be left in the dishwasher for a while before washing, to prevent dried-on food residues or odor emission.
2. 30 Min (35°C): A quick program that takes only 30 minutes at a low temperature (35°C), suitable for lightly soiled dishes and glasses.
3. Eco (50°C): The economical program that saves electricity and water, washes at 50°C, takes longer, but is excellent for daily use with regular dishes.
4. Quick & Clean (60°C): A fast and intensive program at the same time, it effectively cleans moderately soiled dishes in a short time at 60°C.
5. Intensive (70°C): The intensive program at a very high temperature (70°C), designed for pots, pans, and heavily soiled and greasy dishes, it also provides excellent sterilization.