Asko D5456SS / D5456WH Questions & Answers

Do you mean the cutlery 'basket'. I've never used the cover and cutlery has never fallen out.

The dishwasher is very quiet. I set the programme to Eco. Some items were not quite dried, so once the dishwasher finished, I left it for quite some time so everything dried. The superseded model was much better regarding programming. I'm not super happy with this one. Very expensive and not up to scratch. I'm seriously contemplating replacing it and not with an Asko.

Certainly not noisy when it doesn't work, after only 3 years! Very expensive machine, nothing extraordinary about it in any way, and I most definitely don't recommend any Asko product! Forget anyone being able to help you with fixing it.

I'm sorry, I've never counted. The container seems to take a lot of rinse aid. I use the dishwasher probably every second or third day (there's only two of us) and so far I've used one 500ml bottle and three quarters of a second 500ml bottle of rinse aid. I've had the dishwasher since end of August. I hope this helps.

Thanks Rosemary. Yes, I also thought the container took a lot of rinse aid. Like you, there is also just the 2 of us and we wash about every third day. Guess I'll probably use a similar amount to you.
Cheers
Harry

yes this is a very good product and yes it is expensive compared to what's out there.

Purchased our ASKO D5456 one month ago and am extremely happy. Super quiet and everything comes out spotless and as dry as . I use the normal setting, with the high temperature and longer drying options activated. Make sure you use Rinse Aid, it does make a difference. 5 Star rating

Harry

No it is not! I would be following it up either through ASKO or who you purchased the dishwasher from!

I just had the same issue, you have put this comment a while back and they didn't reply to your problem at all but they have replied to everyone.

Basically means the dishwasher is ready to start - so close the door and press start. If you have done that then I suspect there is a failure in the circuit that monitors the door closure and for that you would need a technician. Hope that helps or clarifies.

Hi Mark. Never encountered this. Went and tried to remove the arm per instructions but it is clear the instructions are wrong. I can feel the mechanism trying to engage when pushed up and turned anticlockwise, but it simply wont engage and allow the removal. Suggest a query to Asko Technical Department.

Thanks Chris, yes same experience

Rang Asko Service, no further enlightenment on what the manual says. But it doesn't work!!!
Frustrating.

I think turn the power off at the mains and remove the plug. Wait at least 10 secs. But before you do this ensure you have turned the dishwasher off at its own power switch on top of the door.

I think when you reconnect the power and switch it on it will have reset to the "ready to go" position.
I had a similar problem but I will say I have also started changing my mind about the dishwasher. It is not as bad as I first thought and it is probably a good competent machine. I still prefer the F&P dishdrawer but I suspect qualfty with manufacture in Thailand under the Chinese owners, Haier is not good.

I am currently designing a new home and specifying 2 x Bosch waist height drawer washers. They are expensive (and made in China) but I think the quality and reliability is there. Our needs are primarily for 2 adults (kids gone).

Hope that is helpful

Regards
Chris

Thanks Chris. Turns out it was a faulty control panel on the machine. Asko are replacing.

Our machine is doing the same thing as above. At the end of the cycle, the dishes have food spots on them and there is scunge at the bottom near the filter. I have also noticed that the centre and top spray arms dont turn during the early part of the cycle. Is this normal? (sorry to hijack your post Stephen and good luck). :)

You would have it sorted now but ours was doing the same. It was a faulty pump which wasn't pumping enough water through to spin the spray arms. 150km trip to repair (rural NSW) then $370 repair job.

I have the same problem, followed the manual instructions, no avail then tried a complete factory reset, but couldn't get past the child lock to do it., did you find an answer?

http://www.asko.com.au/products/kitchen-appliances/dishwashers/built-in/d5456wh
and click specifications

The Asko dishwasher fits under a kitchen bench and in a 60cm x60 cm space.
The dimension specifications are in the product brochure so interested consumers Chan measure and check the position for the dishwasher before purchasing .

Yes. I use the daily wash with extra drying time and it takes 1.49. I previously had a D 3??? series and I believe it was a much better machine. Didnt have these stupid plastic things to position the racks and you could fit thicker dishes in the outerside of the bottom rack. Just trying to find out what actual temp they was at these days so I can put a cleaner through my machine.

Thanks Marg. Also dislike the unnecessary tall 'handle' on the front of the lower tray - only proves an obstruction to the cutlery basket. I find I am washing up in the sink more often as a saucepan that has cooked cauliflower or a plate that has only had toast on it simply doesn't need 2 hours dishwashing. I see program temp minimums from 48-60 degrees to maximums 60-70? Good luck!

I haven't had this problem but I always make sure all food particles are scraped off before putting in dish washer

Hey Rich,

Im not to sure about how to help you out because i've never come across this issue.

My only thought would be to turn it off at the power point and maybe that will reset it.

Best of luck

The product specification information will tell you this. The foot plates at the base of the machine do allow some adjustment. I suggest you visit a store and measure it. All the best.

Hi Waddy. I believe that model only comes in one height - 82cm.
According to the installation instructions the adjustable feet on the bottom of the unit can be adjusted to accommodate a recess height of between 82 and 87.5 cm.
So the bottom of your bench can only be a maximum of 87 cm as you need to keep at least 3mm clearance between the top of the dishwasher and the bottom of your bench.
As Dani has explained if you download the dishwasher manual from the ASKO site it will give you all the dimensions you need and if you visit to a store (with all your dimensions) they will be able to tell you if it will fit or not. Happy hunting.

i'm no expert, but I've never come across a dishwasher that can handle corn kernels. Your old one must have been magic. I always scrape bits off my dishes prior to washing and when that cream residue starts I put through a cleaning cycle with a select brand dishwasher cleaner to remove the build up of fats and scale (about every 4 months). I've never had a problem with my ASKO (had it for about 12 months now) and I only ever have to clean the filter if the kids haven't scraped properly. I use about 2/3 of the amount of powder recommended on the packet. I just use any old powder that happens to be on special. I'm not sure this is helpful.

Thanks Morrissey, thanks for your feedback, but i was referring to the filter system allowing particles i.e corn to get into the spray arms. Never had that problem before. The particles have always just ended up in the filter.