Hotpoint DC23/24 User's Manual
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1. We only recommend two methods Permanent discharge into a fitted standpipe or temporary discharge in to a sink Whichever one is used make sure that the discharge hose is not kinked Do not attempt to shorten the discharge hose The height above the floor level on which the dishwasher stands of the standpipe or sink must be a minimum of 500mm 20in and a maximum of 1 1m 43in Method 1 Into a fitted standpipe The standpipe should have a bore of at least 32mm 1 in It should have a trap fitted and must be connected to the same drain system as your household sinks It must not be connected to a surface water drain Method 2 Into a sink The sink should have an outlet pipe with a minimum diameter of 32mm 1 4in Always remove the sink plug and hook it behind a tap Make sure that dishcloths etc cannot fall into the sink and block it Make sure that the end of the hose is above the water level in the sink to avoid siphoning METHOD 1 280mm 11in minimum Hooked end support ae 65mm 2 2 in max 38mm 1 2in min Minimum height 500mm 20in Maximum height 1 1 metres 43in Discharge hose Maximum height 1 1 metres 43in Important Do not use any other method of drainage Always use the hooked end support which must be within 65mm 2 in of the end of the hose 2 Extending the Discharge Hose An extension hose Part No 9067 may be purchased from your retailer or neare2. the machine NOTE Only use special granular salt Do not use table salt cooking salt or road salt as they contain insoluble substances which could harm the dishwasher IMPORTANT Do not use tablet salt Filling the Salt Container Open the Salt Container by pressing down the blue Salt Door catch B Weigh out 0 5kg granular salt When the machine is being filled for the first time you should 1 Remove the Salt Dosage Tray Fill the tray with salt 2 Pour in 0 5 1pt of water directly into the Salt Container Salt indicator 3 Replace the tray onto the Salt Door and close gently but firmly 4 Repeat again until you have added approx 0 5kg 1 1 b of granular salt This should be sufficient for approximately 15 20 washes 5 Close the Dishwasher door and switch the machine to Prewash which will rinse away any spilled salt solution Refilling the Salt Container Repeat steps 1 3 4 and 5 as shown above after 15 20 washes or when the blue salt refill indicator is visible The rate of replenishment may be adjusted in the light of your own experience see page 16 which highlights the faults found on washing with too little salt Rinse Aid Rinse Aid ensures quick drying and avoids the water spots and streaks which normally occur when a wet object is allowed to dry in the air NOTE Only use rinse aid designed for use in dishwashers do not use normal washing up liquid Filling the Rinse Aid Container The Rin
3. via a 34in BSP threaded appliance tap or stopcock Permanent plumbing is preferable 24 Find on the table right the level corresponding to the hardness of your water and the required adjustments Contact your local water company to find the exact water hardness level for your area if you are in any doubt please consult your nearest Hotpoint Service Centre for advice see back page After setting the water hardness adjuster you will need to add salt to the machine see below NOTE AFTER SETTING THE WATER HARDNESS ADJUSTER YOU WILL NEED TO ADD SALT TO THE MACHINE SEE BELOW Water Hardness chart Grains per British Gallon or Regenerating c British Clarke Salt Hardness Degrees Guide Extremely Hard Very Hard Hard Moderately Hard Slightly Hard f Setting 1 but Moderately Soft do not add salt Soft Salt Rinse Aid and Detergent In order to function properly your dishwasher needs a supply of the above three items Salt and rinse aid are replenished occasionally Detergent is added every time you wash a load Various manufacturers sell dishwasher rinse aid and detergent most of which are suitable for your Hotpoint dishwasher We particularly recommend Finish detergent and rinse aid as they give excellent results on all programmes and loads Salt Salt is used to regenerate the resins in the water softener which aids both washing and rinsing and avoids the furring up of the internal parts of
4. 18 7 Nozzles in spray arm blocked see page 17 8 Spray arms obstructed by the dishes see pages 12 and 17 9 Incorrect programme selected see page 15 Rattling noises Make sure that the utensils are correctly arranged see pages 12 and 13 Detergent dispenser Make sure that the Programme Selector is not part won t close way through a programme NO A E PF i ide Finan ower Basket 13 The Controls Model DC23 Hotpoint Programme AQUARIUS Selector Programmes Prewash No Heat superWash 65 C Normaiwash 65 C Programme selector Door handle On Off Mains Programme button indicator guide Selecting a Programme light Turn the Programme Selector clockwise until the programme number on the knob lines up with the mark on the facia above the knob You will feel a positive click as you reach the correct position see opposite for Programme Guide NEVER attempt to turn the Programme Selector anti clockwise you could damage the timer Starting the Machine Simply press in the On Off button The Mains Indicator Light will then come on and you will hear the dishwasher begin to work Programme Progress Indicator As the programme proceeds the Programme Selector will turn indicating the stage the programme has reached as follows Wash Rinse Dry Please note that during periods where the water is being heated the indicator will remain stationary for some time so don t worry Mode
5. ANCE REGISTRATION To ensure that you have the opportunity to benefit from any of the above Service Schemes and other offers you should complete and return immediately the Appliance Registration Form Questionnaire supplied with this appliance Full details and costs of our Service Schemes together with an application form will be sent to you at the end of the first year of the guarantee ANNUAL SAFETY MAINTENANCE CHECKS Hotpoint strongly recommends that all its appliances are regularly checked for electrical and mechanical safety whether or not they are covered by a Service Plan Worn door gaskets or hoses may cause a leak on an appliance which could become dangerous if neglected PROOF OF PURCHASE For future reference please attach your purchase receipt to this booklet and keep it in a safe place SPARES AND ACCESSORIES Spares and accessories can be ordered from your local Hotpoint Genuine Spares Mail Order Hotline see back page HOTPOINT S FREE FIVE YEAR GUARANTEE From the moment your appliance is delivered Hotpoint guarantees it for FIVE YEARS Inthe Five Years all replacement parts are FREE provided that they are fitted by our own Service Engineer During the first year our Engineer s time and labour is also free Our guarantee covers loss of food in our refrigeration and freezer products up to 250 during the first year subject to verification by one of our engineers x After the first year we will charge for o
6. All Hotpoint servicing is carried out by our own Service Organisation located throughout the United Kingdom and Eire We will be happy to deal with any problems which you may have NOTE Our Engineers will use every effort to avoid damage to floor coverings and adjacent units when carrying out repairs service work but in locations where the Engineer advises you that it will be impossible to move the appliance without risk of damage he will only proceed with your approval that no liability is accepted 29 Service Accessories and Spares If you wish to have an Installation Check or require any other service please contact Hotpoint Service see back page Accessories and Spares Orders for accessories and spares can be obtained from Hotpoint Accessories Mail Order Hotline see back page In accordance with its policy of progressive product design the Company reserves the right to alter specifications 28 8 Close Make sure that the dishwasher door clicks door shut 9 Select Turn the Programme Selector clockwise programme until the programme number lines up with the mark on facia 10 Switch on Press the On Off button so that the Mains machine Indicator Light comes on Model DC23 Model ese eae DC24 Select the programme DC24 you require and select the temperature 11 Switch off When the wash is complete press the the On Off button so that the Mains Indicator machine Light goes off Model DC23 Mod
7. KEY CONTACT NUMBERS SERVICE UK 0541 500 500 Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 GENUINE SPARES MAIL ORDER HOTLINE UK 0541 530 530 Republic of Ireland 01 84268636 ACCESSORIES MAIL ORDER HOTLINE 0541 530 530 EXTENDED WARRANTY To join 0800 716 356 Administration 01782 388 252 a1 50 60 WN INFORMATION NEINE 5600009 780 1739986678 7711 HOTPOINT SLIMLINE DISHWASHER USER AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MODELS DC23 24 Hotpoint Before you operate your new Hotpoint Dishwasher 1 Follow the Installation Instructions see page 22 Make sure that the machine is correctly installed Your dishwasher should not be located adjacent to a gas hob cooker or heater as flames from the burners could cause damage to your machine 2 For your own safety and to get the best out of your machine read right through this Handbook before using your machine Once you have read through the Handbook the summary on pages 4 and 5 will remind you of how to operate _ the machine 3 Get to know the main parts of your Dishwasher 1 Rinse Aid container with level indicator 4 Lower Spray Arm see page 10 5 Salt Container incorporating Water 2 Detergent Dispenser see page 11 Hardness Adjuster see page 8 3 Filters see page 18 for cleaning 6 Upper Basket instructions NOTE Do not attempt to stand on top of your dishwasher it is not designed for such use and you could injure yourself or d
8. amage the appliance by such abuse Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls NOTE CE marking certifies that this appliance complies with the requirements laid down in EEC Directive 89 336 Electromagnetic compatibility and subsequent modifications and Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC 1 739 986 678 R MR GB 5 600 009 780 eigen Contents page Before you operate your new Hotpoint Dishwasher 2 How to do a wash 4 Dishwasher proof items 6 Getting your Dishwasher ready to work 8 Setting the Water Hardness Adjuster 8 Salt Rinse Aid and Detergent 9 Loading the Dishwasher 12 The Controls 14 Programme Guide 15 When the washing up is done 16 Caring for your Dishwasher 17 If something goes wrong 19 If it still won t work 21 Installation Instructions 22 Hotpoint Service Cover 29 Hotpoint Service Offices and Spares Centres back page Appliance Manufactured in Germany Retention of this Instruction Book This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else or move house and leave it behind make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from Hotpoint Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB How to do a wash Before using your new machine
9. amber 15cc Large Chamber 15cc Large Chamber 10cc small chamber Approximate Programme time min Cold fill 10 80 75 68 65 NOTE These times are approximate as they are dependent upon your household water pressure Use of the Programmes Prewash Use each day when utensils are collected over a period of several days to prevent food deposits from becoming hardened Super wash Use when dealing with heavily soiled items such as pots and pans oven fittings teapot or anything else with baked on food deposits Normal wash Suitable for most loads including those collected over several days providing Prewash has been used Economy wash Suitable for light to normal soiled utensils which are to be washed on the same day Quick wash Use for those lightly soiled utensils which you urgently require When the washing up is done The machine stops automatically when the programme is finished Switching off Model DC23 The first thing you should do is to switch the machine off by pressing the On Off button the mains indicator light will go out Switch off the power at the mains socket Switching off Model DC24 The Programme Selector knob will be in the Off position when the programme is finished Turn the Temperature On Off knob to the Off position Switch off the power at the mains socket Turn off the water If you have finished washing always turn off the water at the stopcock or tap If you do not have
10. arm is free to rotate by giving it a spin with your hand WARNING MAKE SURE LIGHT PLASTIC WOODEN ITEMS ARE WEIGHTED DOWN WITH HEAVIER OBJECTS SO THAT THEY CANNOT BECOME DISLODGED TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN LOADING AND UNLOADING SHARP ITEMS SUCH AS KNIVES 12 If it still won t work Spare Parts Contact the Service Office If something is still wrong with your machine after you ve been through the check lists on the previous two pages 1 Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains 2 Turn off the cold tap 3 Call your nearest Hotpoint Service Office or local importer outside the UK The telephone number is shown on the back page You can note down the number in this space for convenience eee ee ee ee ee rc When you contact us we will want to know the following 1 Your name address and post code 2 Your telephone number 3 Clear and concise details of the fault 4 The Model number and the colour 5 The date of purchase Enter the date here 6 If you have taken out a Hotpoint Service Cover Plan Please make sure you have all these details ready when you call Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of equipment DIY repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you in danger could damage the appliance and might mean you lose cover under Hotpoint s Parts Guarantee If you do experience a problem with the appliance don t take risks call i
11. can be removed with a proprietary stainless steel cleaner Silverware Silverware can be washed in your dishwasher but should not be washed alongside stainless steel items as this could cause corrosion of the stainless steel To polish tarnished silver and A1 EPNS Hotpoint makes a Silverware Cassette Part No 7004 This can be ordered through your retailer or nearest Hotpoint Spares Centre see back page using the enclosed order form It is placed in the cutlery basket and the silver cutlery placed inside The areas of discolouration will disappear after a few washes It should be noted that any decorative toning on the handles of silverware will eventually fade so if this is of particular importance to you do not wash such items in the dishwasher Aluminium items Bright polished matt enamelled and non stick coated aluminium items are all suitable for washing in a dishwasher However aluminium is vulnerable to everyday minerals found in water which could lead to discolouration during rinsing If items show signs of discolouration they should be removed immediately after the washing cycle and rinsed in cold water by hand This discolouration will not however seriously affect the aluminium WARNING TAKE SPECIAL CARE WHEN REMOVING ITEMS IMMEDIATELY AFTER A WASH AS THEY MAY BE VERY HOT Getting your Hotpoint Dishwasher ready to work Before you can use your Dishwasher you must first carry out the following steps to ensure tha
12. e with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If you fit your own plug the colours of these wires may not correspond with the identifying marks on the plug terminals This is what you have to do 1 Connect the green and yellow Earth wire to the terminal in the plug marked E or with the symbol or coloured green or green and yellow 2 Connect the blue Neutral wire to the terminal in the plug marked N or coloured black 3 Connect the brown Live wire to the terminal marked L or coloured red With alternative plugs a 15A fuse must be fitted ether in the plug or adaptor or in the main fuse box In the event of replacing a fuse in the plug supplied a 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 must be fitted If the plug is the moulded on type the fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been obtained and fitted A new fuse cover can be obtained from your nearest Hotpoint Service Office or local electricity company The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of the coloured marks or insert in the base of the plug 22 Adjusting the Rinse Aid Dispenser The dispenser automatically adds rinse aid to the final rinse It can be adjusted using the slot shown arrow 2 Any position from 1 6 can be chosen the higher numbers dispense more rinse aid We suggest that you initiall
13. e regularly checked for electrical and mechanical safety whether or not they are covered by a Hotpoint Service Cover Plan This is to avoid such things as worn hoses which may cause a leak on an appliance which could become dangerous if neglected WARNING IT IS POSSIBLE FOR CHILDREN TO CLIMB INTO DISHWASHERS AND INJURE THEMSELVES ALWAYS SWITCH ELECTRICITY OFF AT SOCKET AND REMOVE PLUG AFTER USE 17
14. el DC24 Turn the temperature Selector Control to off 12 Switch off Turn off electricity taps WARNING OFF WHEN SWITCHING ELECTRICITY ON OR OFF PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY 13 Remove Allow 15 minutes for the load to cool wash load Unload lower rack first Remember to clean the filters see page 18 What items are not dishwasher proof This is always the first question asked by anyone who has bought a dishwasher for the first time so we will answer it before we go any further The items not suitable for washing in a dishwasher are Cutlery with wooden or bone handles Pans with wooden handles Parts joined by adhesive Plastic copper or tin items which cannot resist hot water On glaze decorated china aluminium and silver items can discolour or fade Lead crystal glassware If you are in any doubt check with the manufacturers of the china pans and cutlery on their dishwashability Can I only wash dishes in my dishwasher No there are many more items you can wash in a dishwasher than you imagine for example Oven furniture hob fittings stainless steel items teapots coffee pots food processor and mixer attachments glass microwave turntables If you are in any doubt check with the manufacturers of the items on their dishwashability i WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO WASH ITEMS IN YOUR DISHWASHER WHICH HAVE CONTAINED POISONOUS OR DANGEROUS SUBSTANCES Drainage 1 Methods of drainage
15. eplacing make sure that the microfilter edges are flush with the base of the machine The coarse and fine filters should then be reassembled and located back inside the microfilter again with the edges flush with the base of the machine 18 click as you reach the correct position see opposite for Programme Guide NEVER attempt to turn the Programme Selector anti clockwise you could damage the timer Starting the Machine Turn the Temperature Selector On Off knob to the required temperature The machine will start the programme selected Programme Progress Indicator The Progress Indicator above the Programme Selector will indicate the progress of the programme Please note that during periods where the water is being heated the Indicator will remain stationary for some time so don t worry Programme Guide DC23 amp DC24 1 2 3 4 5 Programme Prewash Super Normal Economy Quick wash wash wash wash Model DC24 Model DC24 Temperature No heat 65 C 65 C 55 C 40 C Type of utensil All Glasses Glasses Glasses Very lightly soiled Fine porcelain Fine porcelain Fine porcelain dainty dishes Breakfast dishes Breakfast dishes Breakfast dishes Glasses Supper dishes Supper dishes Items that need Daily dishes Daily dishes freshening up Cooking utensils amp pots Cutlery Cutlery Oven Hob fittings Soiling level All Heavy Normal Light to normal Light only Load level Full Full Full Full Full Detergent quantity None 15cc Large Ch
16. er pipe All the fittings shown can be obtained from your retailer or local Hotpoint Accessories Mail Order Hotline with the exception of the copper tee and the wall Fashion Tap Adaptor 25 Decor Panel Sizes Door Height 600mm x 435mm Thickness panels up to 8mm thick can be used but they must be trimmed down to 4mm 3 5mm in from each edge see Fig 1 3 5mm ears I Be 8mm max Decor Panel edge View Water supply Pressure Your dishwasher requires a pressure in the range 4 103N cm 6 150 psi Most water supplies via a cold water storage tank will be above the minimum pressure if the tank is one or two floors above the appliance IMPORTANT INSTANTANEOUS GAS AND ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MUST NOT BE USED HOT FILL SHOULD NOT BE USED AS IT WILL IMPAIR THE DRYING PERFORMANCE Plumbing 1 Fill Hose You are supplied with a fill hose fitted with a 4in BSP female connector for connection to standard 4in BSP threaded appliance taps The hose is suitable for cold water fill A 1 2m 4ft extension hose Part No 9062 can be ordered from your retailer or nearest Hotpoint Accessories Mail Order Hotline see back page using the accessories order form supplied Whichever plumbing method is used do not shorten the hose and ensure that it is not kinked 2 Methods of Plumbing Two methods of plumbing are acceptable Temporary plumbing on to a sink tap using a tap adaptor or permanent plumbing to the water supply
17. for the first time please refer to page 8 Getting your Hotpoint Dishwasher ready to work before proceeding any further 2 Plug in 1 Turn on p water gt switch on a electricity TL WARNING J Y WHEN a SWITCHING ELECTRICITY ON OR OFF PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY 3 Add salt if Add salt via the Salt Dosage Tray necessary see page 10 4 Check Make sure that the filters are clean and Filters correctly positioned see page 18 Remember to clean them at the end of the wash 5 Load Do not obstruct the spray arms or machine Detergent Dispenser 6 Check Ensure the window on the rinse aid Rinse Aid dispenser is dark colour If it is not refill Indicator the dispenser see page 10 7 Add Add relevant quantity of detergent based Detergent on type of wash see pages 11 and 15 Hotpoint Service Cover SATISFACTION GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK Hotpoint gives you a unique Satisfaction Guaranteed promise valid for ninety days after you have purchased your Hotpoint product If there is a technical problem with your Hotpoint appliance just call Hotpoint Service If necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this Guarantee Hotpoint will replace your appliance or if you prefer give you your money back Your statutory rights are not affected and the Guarantee is additional and subject to the terms of Hotpoint s Five Year Part
18. ing the timer knob completely through the wash programmes will open the dispenser and allows the detergent to fall into the machine Loading the Dishwasher Your dishwasher is designed to take eight standard place settings There is no one correct method for loading the dishwasher The upper and lower baskets are designed to give the maximum flexibility possible to cope with the almost infinite variety of cups glasses dishware pots pans and utensils not to mention your oven fittings or teapot which might be put into them Loading First remove all excess food as you would for hand washing Arrange all items so that water can drain away as you would on a draining board Large or heavily soiled articles should go in the lower baskets Smaller delicate items eg glasses should go in the top basket Arrange plates so that they are not touching and water can flow freely between them Cups Glasses should be placed at an angle so that water is not retained Long stemmed glasses should not lean against dishware Cutlery should be distributed at random in the cutlery basket with handles down except if the handles are very thin and could drop through the basket Long cutlery such as ladles and knives should be laid horizontally across the filled cutlery basket Pots and pans with baked on areas should be arranged so that the water jets have direct access to the dirty areas After loading check that the upper spray
19. ked It won t empty Make sure that 1 The drain hose is not kinked 2 The filters are not blocked see page 18 The machine s leaking Make sure that 1 The inlet and drain hoses are firmly attached to the machine 2 The inlet hose is firmly attached to the water supply If your machine is not permanently plumbed in did you empty the hose into a bucket after disconnecting it from the cold water tap 4 If your machine is permanently plumbed in is the standpipe at the correct height 500 20in min and is it the correct bore size 32mm 1 in 5 Could it be condensation from the wall wo It keeps stopping and Don t worry the timer is working and selecting the making clicking noises next operation and there are also pauses whilst the water heats up 19 Cleaning the Filters This is the most important item of maintenance you have to do The filters are found on the bottom of the machine in front of the lower spray arm see page 2 The filters can be lifted out by the handle Coarse They are simply pushed filter together and are easily Ha separated They should be cleaned ae bites under running tap water after j filter every wash The microfilter fits into the base of the machine and can be removed by lifting straight upwards It should be inspected in place after every wash and removed and cleaned when necessary and at least after every five washes When r
20. l DC24 Hotpoint Washing Rinsing Drying a AQUARIUS Programmes Prewash No Heat Super Wash 65 C Economy Wash 55 C Quick Wash 40 C o 2 9o Normal Wash 65 C 8 Programme Salt refill Door Programme Temperature Mains selector indicator handle guide selector indicator On Off knob light Selecting a Programme Turn the Programme Selector clockwise until the programme number on the knob lines up with the mark on the facia above the knob You will feel a positive 14 If something goes wrong First don t panic There may be nothing wrong at all Look for your problem below then check the things we suggest More often than not this will give you the answer to your problem and you ll be able to carry on without having to telephone your Hotpoint Service Office If after this you still cannot get your machine to work follow the advice given on page 21 Problem Checklist It won t start Make sure that 1 The machine is plugged in and switched on at the socket The door is securely closed You have selected a programme and switched on The water supply is turned on The inlet hase is not kinked The fuses in the plug and main fuse box are OK Try plugging in another appliance to check If the fuse has blown refer to Electrical Requirements on page 22 of the Installation Instructions OakwWN It won t fill Make sure that 1 You have not forgotten to turn on the tap 2 The inlet hose is not kin
21. n Hotpoint s own Service Engineer The address and telephone number of your nearest Hotpoint Service Office is in your local telephone directory Our spare parts are designed exclusively to fit only Hotpoint appliances Do not use them for any other purpose as you may create a safety hazard 21 White deposit left on Possible causes dishes Glasses dull or 1 The salt has run out see page 10 misty 2 Rinse aid dosage is set too low see page 10 4 Salt door is not securely closed see page 10 Glasses have greasy Make sure that the rinse aid dosage is not set too high smears see page 11 Dishes still wet after Make sure that drying _ 1 Rinse aid dosage is not set too low see page 11 2 Water can drain off freely and not collect during drying see pages 12 and 13 Food specks left on Make sure that the filters are properly seated see dishes page 18 Water left under the This is perfectly normal filter Tea Coffee stains and You may be using too little detergent see page 15 lipstick left on cups and glasses 3 Results are Possible causes unsatisfactory 1 Insufficient detergent used see page 15 2 Programme Selector turned after filling detergent dispenser causing detergent to be lost 3 Not correctly loaded overloaded baskets see page 12 4 Salt needs filling see page 10 5 Incorrect rinse aid setting see page 10 6 Filters incorrectly fitted or blocked see page
22. ou can use a Fashion tap adaptor Part No 9059 Two Way Tap If you have a tap with a bin or Adaptor Skin BSP threaded outlet then you will need to use a tap thread adaptor Part No 9057 All these adaptors can be purchased either from your retailer or nearest Hotpoint Accessories Mail Order Hotline see back page If you have an existing installation please check that this includes a tap or stopcock to isolate the appliance If not use one of the methods shown below If your installation has a pin or in BSP male connector you will need to purchase an adaptor Part No 9057 from your retailer or nearest Hotpoint Accessories Mail Order Hotline Permanent Plumbing The following aspects must be considered when installing permanent plumbing It may be necessary to offset any plumbing to give enough clearance behind the dishwasher to allow it to be built in You may also need to do this with any electrical connections There must be a tap or stopcock so that the water supply can be turned off thus isolating the machine from the household supply Find out from a local plumber about your local water authority s regulation governing connection to the cold water supply Some allow direct connection to the mains others require you to take your supply from the header tank in the roof If you feel unsure about installing plumbing yourself consult a local plumber We recommend all of the following methods using existing 15mm hin copp
23. permanent plumbing you will also need to disconnect the water supply and stow the drain hose after emptying it in a bucket Unloading Allow the load to cool for about 15 minutes Unload the lower rack before the upper rack to avoid any drops of water falling on the lower dishes when the upper rack is moved 16 Caring for your Dishwasher Your Hotpoint dishwasher needs very little attention The following steps will keep it performing well NOTE Before doing any cleaning check that the electricity supply to the machine is switched off 1 Clean the spray arms occasionally Remove the upper spray arm by turning the collar located above the arm in a clockwise direction Remove the lower spray arm by pulling upwards Brush them under fresh running water or use a mild soap or detergent solution They need to be kept clean to keep the jets clear and spraying properly 2 Clean the metal surfaces on the outside of your machine with a damp cloth only Do not use any abrasive cleaners or metal polishes otherwise you will damage the protective coating on these parts 3 If the machine is not going to be used for a long time leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate inside 4 We recommend you take out a Hotpoint Service Cover Plan with annual safety maintenance check which ensures the machine is professionally serviced every year Details are given on page 29 of this Handbook Hotpoint strongly recommends that all of its appliances ar
24. s Guarantee HOTPOINT S EXTENDED WARRANTIES Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen Hotpoint has a range of Service Plans to give you complete peace of mind They enable you to extend your one year labour guarantee so that you can have repairs completed FREE during the membership period SERVICE COVER We offer a number of payment methods cheque credit card or you can spread the cost and pay by direct debit full details can be obtained on free phone 0800 716356 This covers you for all repairs during the period of cover which can be from 1 to 4 years Service Cover also includes loss of food up to the value of 250 subject to verification by one of our engineers in refrigeration appliances There is also an option of Service Cover with Maintenance at an additional cost This includes an annual Electrical and Safety check and replacement of any parts as necessary i KITCHEN COVER An annual payment covers you for all repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances which are less than ten years old It also covers the cost of loss of food up to 250 subject to verification by one of our engineers in our refrigeration and freezer products There is also the option of Kitchen Cover with Maintenance at an additional cost Any additional Hotpoint appliances purchased after you have joined Hotpoint Kitchen Cover will automatically be included during the annual period of cover without further charge APPLI
25. se Aid Container is located on the back of the dishwasher door see page 2 Open the container by turning the lid 1 turn anti clockwise arrow 1 Pour in approximately 100ml of rinse aid Close the lid firmly 10 Mains lead replacement Should the mains lead need replacing at any time please contact your nearest Hotpoint Service Office see back page A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead if you have damaged the lead or if you require a longer lead Positioning and adjusting your appliance WARNING BEFORE DOING ANY POSITIONING OR ADJUSTMENTS TO YOUR APPLIANCE YOU MUST ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE ELECTRICAL AND WATER SUPPLIES ARE DISCONNECTED AND THE PLUG IS REMOVED FROM THE SOCKET 1 Location You should put your dishwasher where it is easy to use and as close as possible to the water supply and drainage standpipe or sink If you want your dishwasher to line up flush with other kitchen units then the water supply tap and standpipe must be offset either to the left or right of your appliance 2 Low Kitchen Worksurfaces Your dishwasher Is 850mm 33 in high and will fit under most kitchen worksurfaces If however your worksurface is lower then the height of your appliance can be reduced to 820mm 32 4in by removing its work top To do this remove the four fixing screws from the work top and lift it off When the dishwasher is in position its top flange must contact the underside of the worksurface otherwi
26. se the door lock operation will be faulty 3 Levelling The feet are fully adjustable and can be adjusted to acquire the correct height by using the spanner supplied With the appliance in its final position adjust the two front feet to ensure that it is level to within 2 using a spirit level Decor Panels For a really built in appearance you can fit decor panels to the front of your dishwasher to match your kitchen units Decor panels are available from most kitchen manufacturers 23 installation Instructions Contents Electrical Requirements sos tases cad nears tel de cel auntie ANELEE Enana srn erraren rent 22 Positioning and adjusting your appliance occ cecececsseeeeesseeeensseeenteren 23 24 Water OO i enosis 24 PUMIN Oense e a E E E A EN EAE 24 27 SEA e EE A A EAE 27 Service accessories ANG SOAS nosisiasiiiiiirnia diieas SENEN EE Errina 28 Electrical Requirements We recommend that this appliance is connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched socket in a readily accessible position All Hotpoint appliances come complete with a fitted plug The plug on your Dishwasher has a 13A fuse If the plug does not fit your sockets a new plug can be fitted Cut off the old plug and throw it away do not insert it into a socket elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock hazard WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT Fitting a Different Plug The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordanc
27. st Hotpoint Accessories Mail Order Hotline see back page using the accessories order form supplied This allows for extension to the maximum permissible length of 4m 13ft The hooked end support must be replaced no more than 65mm 2 2in from the end of the hose to prevent siphoning Zt plate elbow which are standard plumbing items and can be obtained from plumber s merchants and DIY shops If your pipes are not 15mm diameter copper consult a local plumber Method 1 With this kit Part No 9051 no drilling is required and there is no need to shut off the water It comes complete with all fittings and instructions Method 2 Has a stopcock and other fittings as shown plus extra 15mm bin copper tube Method 3 Uses a tap body and wail plate elbow as shown plus extra copper tube Method 4 Uses a tap body and tee as shown in Method 2 plus extra copper tube 26 Male coupling 3 15mm x 4in BSP Part No 9056 Stopcock Part No 9053 Copper tee fF 15mm x 15mm x 15mm Wall plate elbow 15mm x in BSP Tap Body Part No 9055 15mm copper inlet 34in BSP inlet Special care notes Stainless steel items Stainless steel is very good for washing in the dishwasher Some types however can become tarnished by the humid atmosphere in the dishwasher during drying To avoid this remove the items at the end of the rinse programme and wipe dry Any staining will not harm the items and
28. t you obtain the best possible wash performance from your machine Setting the Water Hardness Adjuster Water contains varying amounts of lime and mineral salts depending on the area in which you live these are deposited on dishes leaving white marks The higher the content of these salts the harder your water will be The hardness level is measured on 2 equivalent scales French Degrees or Clarke Degrees The dishwasher is equipped with a softener which uses special dishwasher salt to produce lime free softened water In order to ensure that the correct amount of salt is being used to regenerate the water softener the Water Hardness Adjuster needs to be set accordingly To set this you need to ascertain the degree of hardness of your water supply Use a small coin to select the setting required 3 Temporary Plumbing Your tap should be in good condition or it may leak when turned full on Mixer taps are not suitable for this use and if you have them you will need to use permanent plumbing see below To connect the fill hose to a tap you will need an adaptor Unfortunately there is no one adaptor which can be used on all taps We recommend the ones shown here as being suitable for most modern taps Hotpoint Two Way Tap Adaptors Part No 9058 fit pin 1in round and oval taps They also allow you to use water at the sink whilst the machine is working If you have a square spouted fashion tap then y
29. ur Engineer s time and labour We do however operate a range of Service Plans see opposite which for an annual payment enables you to cover any repair costs which may be necessary All our service repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in respect of our labour and any parts fitted The appliance must be used in the United Kingdom and must not be tampered with or taken apart by anyone other than our own Service Engineers x You may however buy parts which can be safely fitted without specialist knowledge or equipment The correct fitting of such parts provided they are genuine Hotpoint spares will not affect your Guarantee Parts are available from our Hotpoint Genuine Spares Mail Order Hotline see back page Our Guarantee does not cover the cost of any repair or loss of food in refrigeration products due to power failure accidents or misuse Nor does it cover the cost of any visits to advise you on the use of your appliance x Ifatany time during the Guarantee period we are unable to repair your appliance we will refund any repair costs paid to us in the previous twelve months We will also offer you a new appliance at a reduced charge instead of a repair x Our Guarantee is in addition to and does not affect your legal rights Should you need independent advice on your consumer rights help is available from your Consumer Advice Centre Law Centre Trading Standards Department and Citizens Advice Bureau x
30. y set the dispenser in position 3 or 4 and then adjust it in the light of your own experience Page 20 highlights the faults found on washing with too much or too little rinse aid Rinse Aid Refill Indicator Window When full this window will appear as a dark colour arrow 3 When the window becomes light colour you should refill the dispenser as above The Detergent Dispenser is next to the Rinse Aid Dispenser and it should be filled before each wash see page 15 Filling the Detergent Dispenser The dispenser will normally be open after a programme is finished The dispenser has two chambers If you are using the Super and Normal Wash programmes fill the larger 15cc chamber If you are using Light Wash programme fill the smaller 10cc chamber For Economy wash fill either large or small detergent chamber depending on the level of soil remaining on the items to be washed see Programme Guide page 15 You can of course vary these quantities in the light of your own experience When filled close the lid firmly so that it clicks shut It will automatically spring open during the programme to release the detergent 11 NOTE Only use special dishwasher detergent Do not use ordinary washing up liquids or washing powders Always add dishwasher detergent at the beginning of a programme If you attempt to add detergent when the programme selector is part way through a programme it may not be possible to close the detergent dispenser Turn
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