The SMEG DF345CQSX is a 60 cm free–standing dishwasher with a commercial height of 85 cm and a 14 place setting capacity. It offers 8 programmes and washing temperatures from 50°C to 70°C, supported by an Inverter 2.0 motor and orbital washing system. With three Flexi baskets, natural condenser drying with Dry Assist, and energy efficiency class C, it is designed for efficient dishwashing performance and flexible loading.

Key Features

60 cm free–standing design with commercial height of 85 cm for standard kitchen installations.
Rated capacity 14 place settings (ps) to accommodate everyday family dishwashing.
8 wash programmes including Soak, ECO, Mix, Intense 60°, Auto 50°–60°, Express 50°, Full express – 60 minutes and more.
Washing temperatures 50, 60, 65, 70°C for flexibility with different loads and soil levels.
Three Flexi baskets with grey colour, foldable racks and glass holder for adaptable loading.
Upper basket height adjustment on two levels (4 cm) to fit dishes up to 20.0 cm.
Lower basket capacity with 4 foldable racks and largest loadable dish size of 31.0 cm.
Inverter 2.0 motor designed for greater efficiency, durability, high performance and lower energy consumption and noise level.
Orbital washing system distributes water evenly throughout the 60 cm cavity for precise washing.
Natural condenser drying with Dry Assist automatic door opening at the end of the cycle.
Energy efficiency class C with energy consumption of 75 kWh per 100 cycles (eco programme).
Low airborne noise emissions of 44 dB(A) re 1 pW, noise class B.
Delay timer up to 24 hours with automatic soak to postpone the start of the programme.
Extreme, Crystal and Sterilise options to enhance washing results and care for delicate loads.
Total Acquastop flood protection with electronic device on the water intake hose to monitor water levels and detect leaks.
Aquatest turbidity sensor measures water clarity in auto programmes to minimise water and energy consumption.
LED display controls showing delayed start, programme time indicator, time to end and progress.
Stainless steel tank and filters with concealed heating element for a clean internal finish.
Water consumption 11.0 litres per cycle on the eco programme, with programme duration of 4:00 h:min.
Cold or hot water connection single water supply, max. 60°C, with energy saving using hot water up to 35°C.
Electronic water softener with maximum water hardness of 90°fH; 50°dH.
End of cycle indication on the display with acoustic signal for user convenience.
Salt and rinse aid indicators with lights to signal refills.
Self–balancing fixed hinges and adjustable feet for levelling.
Compatible accessories include KITINC steel bar and KITPLV2 2 m extension kit for dishwasher and washing machine.

Technical Specifications

Product family	Dishwashers
Model	DF345CQSX
Installation	Free–standing
Width	60 cm (598 mm)
Depth	600 mm
Product height	848 mm (commercial height 85 cm stated)
Depth with door open	1168 mm
Number of baskets	3, Flexi
Basket colour	Grey
Basket components colour	Grey
Inner components colour	Grey
Handle	In plastic with stainless steel insert on upper and lower basket
Upper basket	With 3 foldable racks, glass holder, height adjustment on two levels (4 cm)
Largest dish in upper basket	20,0 cm
Lower basket	With 4 foldable racks
Largest dish in lower basket	31.0 cm
Motor	Inverter 2.0
Washing system	Orbital
Third spray arm	Single
Water softener	With electronic setting
Max water hardness	90°fH; 50°dH
Turbidity sensor	Aquatest
Flood protection system	Total Acquastop
Water supply	Single; cold/hot water max. 60°C – energysave with hot water up to 35°C
Drying system	Natural condenser drying, with Dry Assist automatic door opening system at end of cycle
Tank material	Stainless steel
Filter	Stainless steel
Concealed heating element	Yes
Hinges	Self balancing with fixed hinges
Adjustable feet	Just for levelling
Top cover	In plastic
Controls	Electronic
Display type	LED display
Display functions	Delayed start, programme time indicator, time to end indication, progress indicator
Programme graphics	Symbols
Salt light indicator	Light
Rinse aid indicator	Light
End of cycle indicator	On display, with acoustic signal
Energy efficiency class (washing cycle)	C
Energy consumption (per 100 cycles, eco)	75 kWh
Rated capacity	14 ps
Water consumption (per cycle)	11,0 litres
Programme duration (eco)	4:00 h:min
Airborne noise emissions	44 dB(A) re 1 pW
Noise emission class	B
Energy Efficiency Index (EEI)	43,9 (washing cycle)
Connected power	1950 W
Current	10 A
Voltage	220–240 V
Frequency	50 Hz
Type of connection	Single–phase
Power supply cable length	150 cm
Plug	(G) UK e Singapore
EAN code	8017709335984

Programmes, Options and Operation

Wash programmes

Soak – provides a rinse to prevent dirt from drying.
Full express – 60 minutes – for fast washing and drying (specific soil level description not stated in source).
Express 50° – quick wash at 50°C (detailed use case not stated in source).
ECO – economic wash using a low amount of water and energy for an environmentally friendly option.
Mix – wash cycle for normally soiled mixed loads such as dishes and pans, even with dried–on residues.
Intense 60° – programme suitable for washing and drying heavily soiled items with encrusted residues.
Auto 50°–60° – the dishwasher recognises the type of dirt and automatically adjusts washing parameters.
Normal programme – suitable for normal degrees of dirt for everyday use.

Options

Delay timer option up to 24 hours with automatic soak to postpone the start of the programme.
Extreme option – improves washing results of the selected programme by increasing wash temperature and duration; keeps temperature between 65 and 70°C for at least 10 minutes during the last rinsing phase.
Crystal option – provides special care for a delicate load by preventing rapid temperature changes and reducing temperature to 4 (exact value representation beyond “4” not stated in source).
Sterilise option – Option which provides better cleaning results by keeping the temperature between 65 and 70°C for at least 10 minutes during the last rinsing phase.

Sensors and performance features

Aquatest turbidity sensor measures water clarity during an auto programme and ensures minimum water and energy consumption.
Inverter motor 2.0 is described as providing greater efficiency, durability over time, very high performance and lower energy consumption and noise level.
Excellent insulation and special devices are stated to keep noise to a minimum.
Orbital wash system directs water precisely to ensure an excellent wash throughout the 60 cm cavity.

Safety and protection

Total Acquastop includes an electronic device on the water intake hose to monitor water levels, detect hose leaks and switch off the water supply when necessary.
Electronic water softener setting helps manage water hardness up to 90°fH; 50°dH.

Indicators and user interface

LED display with delayed start, programme time indicator and time to end indication.
Programme graphics shown as symbols.
Salt and rinse aid indicator lights.
Progress indicator and end of cycle indication on the display with acoustic signal.

Compatible Accessories

KITINC – a steel bar fitted on the top will block the dishwasher at the top.
KITPLV2 – kit extension for dishwasher and washing machine; length 2 m.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of the SMEG DF345CQSX dishwasher?

The dishwasher has a rated capacity of 14 place settings (ps), with three Flexi baskets designed to accommodate a variety of dishes, including plates up to 20.0 cm in the upper basket and 31.0 cm in the lower basket.

Which wash programmes are available?

There are 8 programmes: Soak, Full express – 60 minutes, Express 50°, ECO, Mix, Intense 60°, Auto 50°–60° and a Normal programme suitable for normal degrees of dirt for everyday use.

How efficient is this dishwasher in terms of energy and water use?

The appliance has energy efficiency class C with an energy consumption of 75 kWh per 100 cycles based on the eco programme. Water consumption is 11,0 litres per cycle on the eco programme, with a programme duration of 4:00 h:min.

What noise level does the DF345CQSX produce?

Airborne acoustical noise emissions during operation are 44 dB(A) re 1 pW, and the airborne acoustical noise emission class is B. The symbols glossary notes that excellent insulation and special devices keep noise to a minimum.

What safety features are included for water protection?

The dishwasher features Total Acquastop. This includes an electronic device fitted to the water intake hose that monitors water levels, detects leaks in the hose and switches off the water supply immediately when necessary.

Can I delay the start of a wash cycle?

Yes. A delay timer option allows the start of the programme to be postponed by up to 24 hours and includes an automatic soak function.

DF345CQSX

Smeg DF345CQSX Dishwasher