Dishwashing symbols
Dishwasher programme and indicator symbols.
Cold pre-washDishwashingCold pre-washQuick cold rinse (about 6 minutes) for dishes that will stay in the machine until there is a full load. Only a clean filter is needed; no detergent.On Candy
Delayed start indicator3 meaningsDelayed start indicatorA delayed start has been set, so the programme will begin later. On this model the delay is set in the Home Connect app.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Dishwasher salt refill indicatorDishwashingDishwasher salt refill indicatorThe water softener is running out of salt. Fill the salt container with special dishwasher salt immediately before starting the next programme.On SHP9PCM5N
ECO programmeDishwashingECO programmeProgramme for normally soiled dishes that uses the least energy and water for that load. It is the standard programme used for testing under EN 50242.On Candy
Favorite2 meaningsFavoriteStores the selected programme together with an option. Hold the Favorite button for 3 seconds after choosing them; the button flashes to confirm.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Hygiene+ programmeDishwashingHygiene+ programmeFor heavily soiled pans and dishes left all day. Includes a hot pre-wash and washes at 75 °C; takes about 90 minutes.On Candy
Machine care indicatorDishwashingMachine care indicatorWhen this symbol lights up on the display, the dishwasher itself needs cleaning: run the machine care programme. On this model it can be started from the Home Connect app.On SHP9PCM5N
Normal programme (pot)DishwashingNormal programme (pot)Daily programme for normally soiled pans and dishes left all day. Includes a cold pre-wash, washes at 65 °C and takes about 80 minutes.On Candy
Power on/off3 meaningsPower on/offSwitches the dishwasher on or off. Holding it for about 4 seconds resets and cancels the running programme.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Rapid programme (R)DishwashingRapid programme (R)Short wash at 50 °C for dishes washed straight after the meal, for a load of 4 to 6 place settings. Takes 32 minutes.On Candy
Remote StartDishwashingRemote StartEnables starting the appliance from a mobile device through the Home Connect app. Requires the appliance to be on the home Wi-Fi and paired with the app.On SHP9PCM5N
Rinse aid indicator: empty (bright)2 meaningsRinse aid indicator: empty (bright)When the rinse aid indicator eye looks bright, the dispenser is empty: open the lid and refill it (it holds about 130 ml).Differs by brand.On Candy
Rinse aid indicator: full (dark)2 meaningsRinse aid indicator: full (dark)When the rinse aid indicator eye looks dark, the dispenser still contains rinse aid.Differs by brand.On Candy
Rinse aid refill indicatorDishwashingRinse aid refill indicatorThe rinse aid reservoir is running low. Refill it with rinse aid when this indicator lights up on the display.On SHP9PCM5N
Smart Start indicatorDishwashingSmart Start indicatorSmart Start is switched on: the appliance waits and starts the programme automatically at the optimal time based on the time and energy preferences set in the Home Connect app.On SHP9PCM5N
WLAN connected indicator6 meaningsWLAN connected indicatorThe appliance is connected to the home wireless network (Wi-Fi) and can be used with the Home Connect app.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N
Water supply fault indicator2 meaningsWater supply fault indicatorThere is a problem with the water supply or drainage. The symbol lights up or flashes; see the troubleshooting section of the manual.Differs by brand.On SHP9PCM5N