Hotpoint BFI 680 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. Reassemble the filter parts as shown inthe figure and reinsert the whole assembly into the dishwasher Position it into its housing and press downwards The dishwasher is not to be used without filters Improper replacement of the filters may re duce the efficiency ofthe wash and even damage your dishwasher 12 Cleaning the spray arms Food residue may become encrusted onto the spray arms and block the holes where water comes out Check the spray arms regularly and clean them once in awhile DO NOT use solvents or abrasives tocleanthe exterior and rubber parts of your appliance do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm soapy water only there are any stains onthe surface ofthe appliance interior use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar ora cleaning product specifically made for dishwashers Theseals One of the factors that cause unpleasant odours toform inside the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals Periodic Cleaning using adamp sponge will preventthis from occurring Goingaway Ifthe dishwasher is not going to be used for some time carry out the following e run a cycle with the dishwasher empty switch off atthe electrical socket andunplug e turn off the water supply tap disconnect the inlet hose and allowtodrain e fill the rinse aid dispenser leave the door ajar to preventthe build up of unple2. good quality and has not lostits effectiveness for example through incorrect storage with the box leftopen If the dishes show signs of streaking staining etc check E therinse aid dispenser setting is not settoo high If there are visible traces of rust inside the tank check E the cap offthe salt container is securely closed and that the water softner setting is correct E the corectamountof detergent is being used Certain detergents can be more corro sivethan others E the tank is made of steel and therefore any rust marks are due toexternal elements fragments ofrustfrom the tank pipes pots cutlery etc Special products are commercially available to remove such marks Error messages Your dishwasher is equipped with a safety system which is able to detect operating faults You will know ifthere are any faults if codes start flashing on the dis play Take anote ofthe codes turn the appliance off and call Hotpoint Service for technical assistance Tap off alarm Ifyou have forgotten to turn the wa ter tap on your appliance will re mind you of this by sounding a few short beeps for afew minutes Tum the tap on and your appliance will start up again after a few minutes Were you tobe absent when these beeps are sounded the appliance willbe blocked automatically and wash cycle 5 and 6 indicator lights rapid and crystal will flash rapidly Turn the appliance off at the ON OFF button tur
3. horizontal Make sure that itis not inclined more than 2 degrees Ifthe appliance is level itwill help ensure its correct operation Height Adjustment Insert the appliance into the cutout and then adjustthe height using the screws located on the front bottom part of the machine Use a screwdriver to turn the screws in the clockwise or anti clockwise direction to increase or decrease the height respectively Adjusting the back Feet Insert the appliance into the cutout andthen adjustthe height using the screws located on the front bottom part of the machine Use a screwdriver to turn the screws in the clockwise or anti clockwise direction to increase or decrease the height respectively Condensation proof tape On some models a transparent condensation proofadhesive tape has been provided It should be stuck onto the lower side of your wooden worktop to protect it from the formation of condensation When not provided this tape can be requested as aspare part from authorised retailers Cold water connection Connectthe cold water supply hose to a 3 4 gas threaded connection taking care to screw it tightly onto the tap Ifthe water hoses are new or have been out of use for an extended period of time letthe water runto make sure itis clear and free of impurities before making the connection Ifthis precaution is not taken the water inlet could get blocked causing damage to your dishwasher Anti flooding protecti
4. to add more salt C Delayed start select button T Low Rinse Aid indicator light This button delays the startofthe This light warns you that itis time wash cycle you selected by 2 4 to add more rinse aid or 6 hours D Delayed start Indicator light This Indicates that the delayed a de ae Extra drying button Press this utton for greater M S drying M Cycle indicator light This light shows you which cycle you have selected or the one in rogress P Wash Programme Selector Each time this button is pressed one of the cycle indicator lights M will come on in sequence Q Basket selection button Press this to choose whether you wantdishes on the lower or upper basketto be washed Pe zo 2h 4h 6h g L 20 Oo O O o 2 o 30 o Wl 05 ORG OR oF B o OK Fa Technical Characteristics Technical characteristics MA This dishwasher conforms to the following European Community Height cm 82 73 23 EECof 19 02 73 Low WR S Voltage and subsequent Capacity 12 standard place settings modifications AA lt lt a TEE EIERN TEE TEE RTTTTE ECof 89 Mains water pressure 4 3 psi 145 psi 30 KPa 1MPa 0 3 10 bar i ectrazete ori Power voltage See data plate E modifications Total absorber power See data plate Labelling Fuse See data plate DEDE How to use your Dishwasher First of all Turn on the water supply tap completely Add the correct amount of detergent Load the baske
5. A unplug the appliance from the electricity socket to cut off the power supply the power supply cable should consequently be easily accessible Turn offthe water tap Wait a few minutes before unload ing the dishes they are very hot If you wait alittle while they dry better due tothe steam Empty the lower basket first Delaying the start of a programme When you have loaded the dishes youcan choose when to start your dishwasher before setting the wash cycle desired Press button C to delay the start ofthe wash cycle by 2 4or6 hours Eachtime youpress it you will hear ashort beep and indicator light D corresponding tothe selected delay will come on Select the desired wash cycle Close the door and after you hear the beep the countdown to the delayed startwillbegin If for example you have set the delayed startto 6 hours the 6 hour indicator light will flash then the 4 hour indicator light will flash and finally the 2 hour indicator light The indicator lights willkeep you informed of the countdown progress at all times Once this time is up indicator light D will stop flashing andthe wash cycle will begin Ifyou change your mind and you wishto setadifferentdelay justopen the door press button C and repeatthe selection Ifyou want to cancel the delay set and you wish tostartihe wash cycle immediately press the button in sequence until indicator light D comes off Once you close
6. the door the wash cycle set previously will begin Half load Yourdishwasher also allows you to wash half aload to save water electricity and detergent use only halfthe amount Before setting awash cycle press button Q repeatedly to select whether youwantto runa halfcycle onthe upper or lower basket Each time you press it you will hear a short beep andindicatorlight R cor responding to the selected basket will come on Extra drying Press button E before you start the selectedwash cycle Aprolonged beepwillinform you that you have selected extra drying a short beep indicates it has been cancelled With extra drying the wash cycle will last longer to provide you with drier dishes There s been a power failure or you opened the dishwasher door The wash cycle stops and then restarts when the electricity comes back on or when you close the door ISHWASHER Programme Chart Select the most suitable programme for the type of dishes and how dirty they are To select the wash programme see the chart below Auto Wash Cycle the dishwasher is equipped with a Sensor System that measures how dirty the dishes are and decides the most suitable programme for the load setting the optimal cycle length number of rinses and water level This provides a more efficient and economic wash cycle Auto Super Wash 4 Auto Normal Soaking eco Auto Cycle selection instructions Very dirty dishes and pans n
7. usage yourself without having to call out a service engineer Not a does this save costs but it also means the appliance is available for use again that much sooner The following list o most problems If the dishwasher won t start check E sthe dishwasher pluggedin at the electricity socket and switched on E Is there a power failure check other appliances E Checkthefuse E Is the water supply tap turned on E sthewaterinlethose connected properly E Is the pressure of the water supply sufficient E Istheinlethosekinked E Is the filter on the water supply hoseblocked E Isthedishwasherdoornotclosed property If water remains inside the dishwasher check E the drain hose is notkinked E the drain syphon is not obstructed E the dishwasher filters are not Clogged If the dishes are not being cleaned properly check E thecorrect amount ofdetergent has been added E there is regenerating saltin the saltcontainer E the dishes have been loaded correctly E the selected programme is suitable for the type ofdishes and the degree of soiling E allfiitersare clean and positioned correctly E the spray arm nozzles are not obstructed E there is nothing obstructing the rotation ofthe spray arms If the dishes fail to dry or remain dirty check E thereis rinse aid inside the rinse aid container E therinse aid dispenser setting is correct E the detergent being used is of
8. Ki Hotpoint Designed for the real world Instructions for Installation and Use Dishwasher Model BFI 680 To the Installer Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this book The information can be found on the rating plate To the User You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference DJ ISHWASHER Contents Electrical Connection 3 For Your Safety 4 Installation 5 Getting to know your Dishwasher 6 The Controls 6 How to use your Dishwasher 7 Programme Chart 8 Before Using your Dishwasher 9 10 Loading your Dishwasher 11 Care and Cleaning 12 Troubleshooting 13 Information for Test Labs 14 After Sales Service 15 Hotpoint Guarantee 16 Notes 17 18 19 Key Contacts Back Cover 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 Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB DEDE Electrical Connection WARNING This appliance must be earthed Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse If you need to repla
9. ONOTuse extension leads element during or straight after and multiple plugs If the awash cycle electricity supply wire is not 10 Ifthe appliance malfunctions long enough then have it turn off the water inlet tap and replaced with one of the correct disconnectthe plug from the length and remember that it wall socket Then read the should be free of bends or section entitled dangerous kinks Troubleshooting Ifyou 4 Inthe eventof any damage to cannot resolve the problem the power cord have it then call Hotpoint Service replaced by a qualified see KEY CONTACTS back technician page 5 The mains plug must be easily accessible after installation The rating plate featuring the 6 If the appliance is not technicaldata serialnumber operating properly or if andmarkings is visibly maintenance operationsare _ positioned onthe inneredge of necessary disconnectthe thedoor dishwasher from the mains DONOT remove the rating plate power supply unplug it DEDE Installation Choose where you wantto install your dishwasher you can place it so that its sides or back panel are side by side with furniture or up against the wall The dishwasher is provided with water supply and drain hoses which can be directed towards the left or rightto facilitate appropriate installation Levelling Once the appliance is positioned adjustthe feet by screwing them in or out depending on how high you want it and to level it so that it is
10. Some types of glass can become opaque in appearance after they have been washed too many times in a dishwasher Highly absorbent materials such as sponges and towels should never be placed in a dishwasher Ifin any doubt check with the manufacturer on items suitability for dishwasher s WARNING Dishes or cutlery soiled with tobacco ash wax lubricating grease or paint should not be put in the dishwasher Ourrecommendation In future only purchase table or kitchenware that has been confirmed dishwasher proof 11 DJ ISHWASHER Care and Cleaning Unplug the appliance Before carrying outany cleaning or maintenance on the dishwasher always remove the plug from the electricity socket After every wash When the wash cycle has ended always remember to turn off the water supply tap and to leave the appliance door ajar This way moisture and bad odours will notbe trapped inside The filter assembly e If you want consistent good results from your dishwasher you need toclean the filter assembly e Remove the larger food particles trapped inside the cup C and the semi circular filter A after each wash pull the cup handle upwards to remove them Just rinse them under running water e The entire filter assembly should be cleaned thoroughly once a month cup C semi circular filter A cylindrical filter B Rotate filter B anticlockwise to remove it For cleaning use anon metallic brush
11. Standard Settings tests upper basket at top position lower basket upper basket Lower basket Upper basket Item Diameter Volum Type Item Diameter Volum approximately approximately soupe plate 0 20 dinner plate 26 cm serving 19 cm bowl Cc dessert 19 cm plate Loading the detergent The cleaning detergent should be introduced into the two containers a y Comp 2 and Comp 3 see table at the end of the page Loading the Rinse Aid The amount of rinse aid used for each cycle can be regulated by 8 7 3 2164 5 turning the dose adjuster F which you will find under lid C There are 6 different settings the normal dosage is setting 5 P aestioes D Comp 2 Comp 3 5 313 313 5 This basket is equipped with two 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 removable grids 7 7 insertthe cutlery one EA AA I by one into the slots N E with the handles at Jal AMM the bottom Position nu 6 them sothatthey dont touch 4 4 la 4 4 4 4 4 2 414 414 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 N N door side DT Tele Total detergent DEZE as 5 T 5 IEC DIN Press the extra dry button if existing 14 K Hotpoi
12. asant odours inside the dishwasher Before using the dishwasher after a long break plugin and switch on at the electrical socket Reconnect the inlet hose and turn on the water supply tap Check there are no deposits of rust inside the water pipe if there are allow water to run from the supply tap for a few minutes Disconnecting the dishwasher Whendisconnecting the dishwasher itis importantthattasks are carried outin the correct sequence e switch offatthe mains and remove the plug from the socket tum offthe water supply e disconnect drain and water inlet hose e pull outthe dishwasher carefully withdrawing hoses atthe same time Movingthe appliance Drain water from the dishwasher Secure all loose parts Only transport in an upright position e fnotkept uprightduring transport any water remaining inside may seepintothecontrol module and cause subsequent errors with programme functions DEDE Troubleshooting Caution Do not forget that repairs should only be carried out by a qualified specialist Improper repairs can lead to considerable equipment damage as well as danger to the user The dishwasher must first be disconnected from the electricity supply before any repairs or other work can be carried out Switch off at the mains socket and water supply and remove the plug Resolving minor problems yourself l Experience has shown that you can resolve most problems that arise during normal daily
13. ash cycles Water Hardness 18 44 1 8 4 4 36 71 45 89 4 5 8 9 Salt Autono consu Selector E my position grams dl cycle You don t know how hard the water in your home is Ask the company that supplies water in your area DJ ISHWASHER 10 Before Using your Dishwasher The detergent e Use the right amount of y B Cc detergent see programme Adding detergent ae D chart Toopen lid A press button B E _ gt Store your detergent and rinse The detergent should be putinto the aid in a cool dry place safely two containers C and D away from children If using a tablet put itin container M D N Now you can close the lid press it down until you hear it click d Ifit won t close Check whether there is any detergent residue on the edges of the dispenser Remove the excess Rinse aid Rinse aid makes dishes sparkle more as itimproves their drying The rinse aid container is situated on the inside of the door You should fill it c The amount of rinse aid up when the rinse aid indicator light needs to be increased if the T flashes dishes appear dull or yo can see circular stains Adding rinse aid The amount of rinse aid To open the dispenser turn cap C needs to be reduced if the anticlockwise Take care when you 5 dishes are sticky or you can pour in the rinse aid to avoid it see white streaks overflowing You can
14. ce the fuse only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used If you lose the fuse cover a replacement may be obtained from your local authorised Service Centre or Electrical company Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug WARNING DO NOT use the plug unless the fuse cover is fitted Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket WARNING To avoid a shock hazard DO NOT insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE Green Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If you change the plug the colour of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the terminal markings in the plug which if not coloured could be EARTH Eo NEUTRAL N LIVE it Changing the Mains Lead A lead can be ordered from Hotpoint Service UK 08709 066 066 or Republic of Ireland 1850 302 220 If you have damaged the existing lead or require a longer one a charge willbe made Itis strongly advised that this work is carried out by a qualified electrician If the domestic wiring includes a residual current operated circuit breaker ensure that it conforms to the latest regulations Safety Information Atthe time of delivery All functions of your dishwasher have been thoroughly tested at the factory A small number of water marks may have been left a
15. eace of mind O Repair Protection Pan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover Kitchen Cover FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years old Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK 08709 077 077 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site Genuine parts and accessories extended warranties and service repairs are all available on our web site at SERVICECENTRE www theservicecentre co uk 15 BB Hotpoint Guarantee Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back We give you a unique satisfaction guaranteed promise valid for 90 days after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or visit our web site at www theservicecentre co uk and where necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the first 5 years except microwaves selected integrated appliances and cooker hoods which have a one year guarantee provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer Guarantee terms and conditions Your guarantee is on
16. ead through all the instructions contained in this manual before using the dishwasher Installation must be performed by a qualified technician in compliance with the regulations in force including the prevention and elimination of radio frequency interference The dishwasher is designed for washing and drying dishes an all responsibility for uses other t 1 Seperate packaging materials and dispose of safely DO NOT leave discarded packaging material around the home other use shall be considered improper The manu an those described above the various 7 cturer declines DO NOT install outdoors not even if the area is covered by a roof it is extremely dangerous to leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms The dishwasher is intended for use by adults DO NOT allow children to come near or play with the controls Keep children away from detergents and clear of the dishwasher door when open Keep all packaging material away from children 1 DONOT use solvents such as alcohol or turpentine which may cause an explosion 2 Afterremovingthepackaging 8 If installed on a carpeted or i PER check to make sure your covered floor ensure thatthe A Na nn ee ae appliance is intact If in doubt openings onthe undersideare AR NS COU contact a qualified not obstructed cause rury anaoreamageihe appliance N professional 9 Do not touch the heating 4 DONOT drink any water residues from inside the dishwasher 3 D
17. ecommended hei ght for standpipe 500mm 2 max 0 40mm 1 v2 min Sink Waste System For under sink drainage Before connecting the drain hose remove any internal restrictions This will prevent a build up of debris which could cause a blockage Remove any restrictions from the waste spigot and ensure that the sealing bung is removed The hose should be routed such that it is raised to a minimum height of 800mm 31 2 in Jubilee type clip NOTE Ensure the sink outlet pipe has a minimum diamtere of 32mm 1 Untie the end of the GREY drainage hose from the rear of the appliance 2 Reposition the Hooked End Support as required along the GREY drainage hose 3 If fitting an under sink waste disposal unit cut out the membrane bung or blanking plug Ensure the drain hose is securely attached to prevent it coming away while the machine is in use and causing aflood DJ ISHWASHER Getting to know your Dishwasher E Upper basket I Bottom spray arm F Topspray arm J Saltcontainer cap G Basket height adjuster K Washing filter H Lower basket L Detergent and rinse aid dispenser The Controls A ON OFF Button R Basket indicator light Press this button to switch the This light shows the basket appliance on selected B ON OFF Indicator light S Low Salt indicator light This light informs you that the This light warns you thatitis time dishwasher is on
18. king them more suitable for your specific needs The basket handles can be removed for cleaning Pull out the two fastening plugs remove the handles and rinse under running water Replace the handles fixing them in place with the two fastening plugs What goes into the lower basket We recommend you place the most difficult dishes to wash into the lower basket saucepans lids soup dishes and plates a load example is shown in the photo e Serving dishes and large lids place them on the sides of the basket Saucepans salad bowls must always be placed upside down Very deep dishes place them obliquely thus allowing water to run down them and cleaning them better e Glasses and cups position them as shown in load example photo The cutlery basket may be split into two parts by pulling out the handle When you only have alittle cutlery to wash you can use just half the basket save space for other crockery or place the other halfin the upper basket instead see figures A and B Knives and utensils with sharp blades or tips should be positioned with the sharp parts atthe bottom This basket is equipped with two removable grids Insert the cutlery one by one into the slots with the handles atthe bottom Position them so that they don t touch In this specific model the cutlery basket is fitted with two detachable side compartments as shown in figure A1 which can be hooked on either the up
19. ll wash load If it takes some time to fill your 0 dishwasher use the soak cycle to avoid caked on od and build up of bad odours DEDE Before Using your Dishwasher Adjusting the water softener Your dishwasher can adjust its salt consumption according tothe hard ness of the water in your home This way you can optimise and customise your dishwasher s salt consumption To adjust salt consumption do as follows 1 Unscrew the salt container cap 2 There is an arrow on the neck ofthe container see figure if necessary turn the arrow anti clockwise from the setting to the setting Select the arrow position depending on the water hardness referring to the table Salt Filling the salt container Always use salt which is intended for dishwasher use The salt container is situated underneath the lower basket fill it upas follows 1 Pull out the lower basket completely unscrew and remove the container cap 2 If itis the first time you add the salt first fill the container up with water you won t have to do this again nexttime 3 Put the dishwasher funnel on the hole and pour in approximately two kilos of salt Itis normal that some water comes out of the container 4 Screw the cap back in place carefully When to add salt The salt container should be filled up when the low salt indicator light S flashes The dishwasher will remind you to do so for three consecutive w
20. ly applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance O Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet O Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use O Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate O Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than one of Our own service engineers a Oh f En al AS AR a AU a For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut 16 DEDE Notes D ISHWASHER Notes DEDE Notes BB Hotpoint Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have co
21. mplete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer ESERVICECENTRE Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8to 6 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Serial number E Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 to 8 Mon Sun www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri amp 9 to 12 Sat www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB 195042147 03 December 2004
22. n on the water tap and waitapproximately 20 seconds before tuming the appliance back on Re selectthe wash cycle and the appliance will startup again Clogged filter alarm Ifthe appliance is blocked and wash cycle4 and 6 indicator lights auto eco and crystal flash rapidly this means the filter is clogged by large particles of food residue Turn the appliance off clean the filter thoroughly and reposition itin its seatas illustrated on page12 Then tur the appliance back on Re select a wash cycle as indi cated in the Selecting the wash cycle paragraph and the appliance will start Water load solenoid valve malfunction alarm If indicator light 5 rapid wash flashes rapidly TURN the dishwasher OFF AND BACK ON AGAIN after one minute If the alarm persists first turn offthe watertapto avoid any flooding and then cut off the electricity supply and call for technical assistance common occurences and their remedies should help you identify the causes of If after all the checks the appliance still does not operate or the prob lem persists call Hotpoint Service see KEY CONTACTS back page and inform them of the type of problem the abbreviation of the model name Mod and the relative num bers S N written on the rating plate located on the inner edge of the door Switch off at the mains socket and remove the plug Turn off the water supply 13 ISHWASHER INFORMATION FOR TEST LABS Load for 12
23. nt After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service ona Hotpoint appliance than us the manufacturer As part of our commitment to you all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service options Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK 08709 066066 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance Available 364 days a year with a fast effective and value for money service We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen we offer two service cover plans to give you total p
24. on Your dishwasher has a special system which stops the water supply in the event of leaks inside the appliance Itis equipped with a water inletthat has a clear outer hose and an inner high pressure hose which turns bright red if it breaks Leaks are prevented as the clear outer hose now contains the water It is vital that you check it ona regular basis if you see ithas turned bright red you know you need to replace itas soon as possible Call for an authorised technical engineer to come and replace it Drain hose connection WARNING Connect your dishwasher drain hose to pipes which connect to the foul drain system and not to surface water drains IMPORTANT For the correct operation of your dishwasher it is essential to comply with the following information Standpipe Ensure thatthe hose is not pushed too far down the standpipe Ifthe end of your drain hose is fitted with retaining flaps ensure they are inserted fully into the standpipe This will prevent the pipe from jumping out during installation and use DONOT position the standpipe near an electrical outlet ENSURE that the drain hose is not kinked and it is routed as shown in the diagram The standpipe should have a bore of at least 38mm 11 2 It should be installed as shown have a trap fitted and must discharge into the same drain system as your household sink It MUST NOT be connected to a surface water drain R
25. ot to be used for delicate items Cycle for normally dirty pans and dishes Standard daily cycle Preliminary wash cycle for dishes while awaiting completion of the load with the dishes from the next meal Environmentally friendly cycle with low energy consumption levels suitable for normally dirty pans and dishes Economic and fast cycle to be used for slightly dirty dishes Run cycle immediately after use Without drying except when the extra drying option has been selected Special cycle to be used for more delicate items which are sensitive to high temperatures Run cycle immediately after use Wash differentiated on the two racks delicate for glassware and glasses on the upper rack and heavy duty for the pans on the lower rack Cycle description Pre wash with hot water at 40 C Wash at 65 C 2 Rinses with cold water Rinse with hot water at 70 C Drying Wash at 50 C Cold Rinse Rinse with hot water at 70 C Drying Short cold wash to prevent food from drying onto the dishes 2 Cold pre wash Wash at 50 C Hot rinse at 65 C Drying Short wash at 47 C Hot rinse at 62 C Wash at 52 C Rinse at 45 C Hot rinse at 65 C Drying Cold pre wash Wash at 52 C Lukewarm rinse at 45 C Hot rinse at 65 C Drying Wash cycle duration tolerance 10 without extra Detergent for pre wash To optimise wash performance and save on energy try to use the dishwasher with a fu
26. per or lower basket as required What goes into the upper basket Place delicate and lightweight dishes in the upper basket glasses tea cups and coffee cups saucers and plates shallow salad bowls slightly dirty frying pans and shallow pans Position lightweight dishes in such as way as to avoid their being moved by the spray of water The dishwasher can also be equipped with one or two tip up compartments onto which you can place mugs and cups as well as long sharp knives and serving cutlery After loading the dishes remember to check thatthe spray arms can turn freely without hitting against any dishes How to adjust the upper basket The upper basket can be setin high or low position to enable you to organise your dishes effortlessly Fig C There are two handles on the sides ofthe upper basket use these to adjust its height see fig C Load examples lower basket kE PELE What can Wash items not suitable for the dishwasher Cutlery and tableware made from wood or part wood They may become faded and unsightly in appearance e Avoid washing hom handled and bronze cutlery in the machine e Delicate decorative glassware and vases special antique or irreplaceable china the decorative patterns printed on these items will not be dishwasher proof e Plastic objects that are not resistant to hot water Copper and Pewter utensils Aluminium and Sliver objects
27. regulate the amount of rinse aid used by the dishwasher move the adjuster F which you will find under lid C You can choose from six different positions It is normally set to 4 Warning Three in one dishwasher tablets are now available on the market and combine detergent salt and rinse aid all in one If the water in your area is hard or very hard we still recommend you pour extra salt into the relevant dispenser to prevent the formation of white streaks on your dishes or on the interior of the appliance Using a three in one product means it is no longer necessary to put rinse aid into the relevant container If you want to achieve perfectly dry dishes you may add rinse aid as long as the dosage adjuster is set to no 2 In any case please read the manufacturer s instructions on the packet If you use only these products it is normal for the salt and rinse aid indicator lights to flash permanently after a certain number of cycles l D ISHWASHER Loading your Dishwasher First of all Before placing dishes in the baskets remove all course food remains This avoids blocking the filter which would reduce the efficiency of the wash If saucepans and frying pans are very dirty allow them to soak before being washed Tomake iteasiertoload your dishes pull the baskets out Multisystem baskets The dishwasher is fitted with upper lower and cutlery baskets They provide greater flexibility for loading dishes ma
28. s a result they will disappear when the appliance is used for the first time WARNING The dishwasher must not be connected to the electricity supply while installation is being carried out This appliance should only be connected to a 230 240V AC source via a properly installed earthed socket Use the dishwasher solely in a domestic environment DO NOT stand or place heavy objects on the door when itis open this could damage the door or cause the appliance to tip forward If your family includes children DO NOT allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with its controls Keep detergents andrinse aids away from children Keep children away from the open door of a dishwasher there could still be some detergent left inside CAUTION The dishwasher meets the requirements set out by the regulations in force concerning safety and electrical equipment Any technical checks should be conducted exclusively by a trained and authorised technician Repairs carried out by unaithorised persons will invalidate the guarantee as well as posing a potential hazard to the user The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting from failure to observe the above precautions from tampering with even a single component or from the use of non original spare parts DJ ISHWASHER For your Safety This manual forms an integral part ofthe appliance It must always be kept handy for reference R
29. ts correctly Check that the spray arms rotate freely Close the door securely Press the ON OFF button A indicator light B comes on Your appliance is now on and awaiting instructions Select the wash cycle Selectthe wash cycle by pressing button P Each time this button is pressed one ofthe indicator lights M will come on in sequence Select the wash cycle most suit able for the type of dishes to wash see Programme Chart Close the door and after a few seconds you will hear a short beep the wash cycle has started Modifying a wash cycle in progress Ifyou have chosen the wrong cycle You can modify the wash cycle in progress if it has only just started Open the door carefully to avoid any hot water splashes Then keep button P pressed in for approxi mately 5 seconds you will hear a prolonged beep will sound followed by three short beeps Indicator light M will go out to show allthe settings will have been cancelled You are now free to re set the correct wash cycle You ve left out a dish Interruptthe wash cycle by opening the door carefully then insert the dish you had forgotten When you shut the door the cycle will start up from where you inter rupted it Cycle end The end of the wash cycle is indi cated by 2 short beeps and the flashing ofthe wash cycle indicator light M Warning Open the dishwasher door Turn the appliance off by pressing button
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