17Activating the applianceStandbyThe appliance is in the standby mode when no functionis set or the child lock is activated.The control panel's brightness is reduced in the standbymode.Notes‒ There are various displays for the standby mode.The GAGGENAU logo and the time are set bydefault. Refer to the section entitled Factory settingif you would like to change the display.‒ The display's brightness depends on the verticalviewing angle. You can adjust the display by way ofthe "Brightness" setting in the factory settings.Activate applianceIn order to exit standby mode, you can either▯ Set the function selector,▯ Touch a control panel,▯ or open or close the door.Now you can set the desired function. Read theappropriate chapters to learn how to set functions.Notes‒ If "Standby screen = off" is selected in the factorysetting, you must turn the function selector to exitthe standby mode.‒ The standby display appears again if you have notmade any settings for a long while after activation.‒ The cooking compartment lighting goes out after alittle while if the door is open.Operating the applianceFilling the water tankWhen you open the appliance door, you see the watertank at the side.NOTICE: Use of inappropriate liquids can damage theappliance!▯ Only use fresh tap water, softened water, or mineralwater without carbonation.▯ If your tap water contains a lot of lime, werecommend softened water.▯ Do not use distilled water, highly chlorinated tapwater (> 40 mg/l), or any other liquids.Information about your tap water can be obtained fromyour water utility office. The hardness of your water canbe tested with the accompanying test strip.Fill the water tank before every operation (except for"Convection + 30% Humidity", "Convection + 0%Humidity" and "Drying program"):1 Open the appliance door and remove the water tank(Figure A).2 Fill the water tank with cold water up to the "max"mark (Figure B).3 Close the tank cover until it noticeably engages.4 Completely push in the water tank (Figure C).The tank must be flush with the tank slot (Figure D).$max%& '