Hotpoint BCI450 Dishwasher User Manual
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1. We recommend Glist 3 in 1 for use in all Hotpoint dishwashers Brilliant cleaning is guaranteed with Glist 3 in 1 Hotpoint only recommends Glist 3 in 1 Dishwasher tablets to give outstanding cleaning and care Itis important to use detergent specially designed for domestic dishwashers Always follow the manufacturers instructions Glist 3 in 1 advanced dishwasher tablets with active enzymes are the ideal way to protect and care for your dishwasher while getting your dishes and glasses sparking clean Softer Water Built in salt action softens water helping to prevent the build up of limescale in the dishwasher and improve the cleaning result Cleaner Dishes With unique active enzymes in the cleaning phase Glist 3 in 1 breaks down even the hard to shift foodstuffs and grease leaving the dishes spotless and the dishwasher clean too Sparkling Results The built in Glist rinse agent ensures the dishes and glasses are free from water marks and smears lf you have any questions regarding Glist 3 in 1 please contact the hotline on 0800 216 730 Rinse aid Rinse aid makes dishes sparkle more asitimproves their drying The rinse aid container is situated on the inside of the appliance door you should refill it when light D indicates that itis empty If your dishwasher is fitted with a low rinse aid indicator light fill the container up when the indicator light flashes or lights up Filling the rinse aid c2. turn it back on Repeat the programming operations and the selected wash cycle will start up again Water load solenoid valve malfunction alarm If indicator light 3 eco cycle flashes rapidly turn the dishwasher off and back on again after one minute If the alarm persists first turn off the water tap to avoid any flooding and then cut off the electricity supply and call for technical assistance If after all the checks the appli ance still does not operate or the problem persists call Hotpoint Service see KEY CONTACTS back page and inform them of thetype of problem the abbreviation of the model name Mod and the relative num bers S N written onthe 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 14 ISHWASHER Load for 9 Standard Settings tests upper rack at lower position INFORMATION FOR TEST LABS lower basket upper basket 2 f i 7 P 4 WI ifi VAARA SEE 7 INN hir Susan Type Item Diameter Volum Item Diameter Volum approximately approximately A soupe plate 23cm up 0201 dinner plate 26 cm serving 19 cm bow Cc dessert 19 cm 250 mi plate o oval planer 35m serving 13 cm BEE E a Ba serving 16 cm bowl Loading the detergent Loading the Rinse Aid The cleaning detergent should be introduced into the two containers The amountof rinse aid used for each cycle can be regulate
3. celled You are now free to re set the correct wash cycle You ve left out a dish Interruptthe wash cycle by opening the appliance door with the utmost care as usual then insert the dish you had forgotten When you shut the appliance door the cycle will start up from where you interrupted it Cycle end The end of the wash cycle is indi cated by adouble beep and the flash ing of the wash cycle indicator light M Open the dishwasher door press the ON OFF button cutting off the electricity supply to the appliance Turn off the 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 rack first 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 orwhen 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 Intensive e O ormal SAN ES Rapid amp Dry Soak Cycle selection instructions Very dirty dishes and pans not to be used for delicate items Cyck for normally dirty pans and dishes Standard daily cycle 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
4. 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 4 Attach the GREY drainage hose to the under sink waste disposal unit securely using the clip and rubber tube supplied Ensure the drain hose is securely attached to prevent it coming away while the machine is in use and causing a flood DJ ISHWASHER Getting to know your Dishwasher G E Upperbasket J Salt container cap F F Top spray arm K Washing filter G Basket height adjuster L Detergentand rinse aid J H Lowerbasket dispenser Bottom spray arm The Controls A ON OFF Button Press this button to switch the appliance on B ON OFF Indicator light This light informs you that the dishwasher is on P Wash Programme Selector Each time this button is M p S pressed one of the cycle Indicator lights M will come on in sequence M Cycle indicator light is light informs you which cycle you have selected or the one in progres S Low salt indicator light This light warns you that itis time to add more salt Technical Characteristics Technical characteristics Width cm 44 5 Depth cm 57 Height cm 82 90 Capacity 9 standard place settings Mains water pressure 4 3 psi 145 psi 30 KPa 1MPa 0 3 10 bar Power voltage See data plate Total absorber power See data plate Fuse See data plate This di
5. dishes Run cycle immediately after use Preliminary wash cycle for dishes while awaiting completion of the load with the dishes from the next meal Wash cycle Detergent duration for pre tolerance wash i 10 wash Cycle description Pre wash with hot water at 40 C Extended wash at 65 C 2 Rinses with cold water Rinse with hot water at 65 C Drying Extended wash at 60 C Cold Rinse Rinse with hot water at 70 C Drying 2 Cold pre washes Extended wash at 50 C Hot rinse at 65 C Drying Short wash at 47 C Hot rinse at 65 C Drying Short cold wash to prevent food from drying onto the dishes To optimise wash performance and save on energy try yo use the dishwasher with a full wash load If it takes some time to fill your dishwasher use the soak cycle to avoid caked on food 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 of the 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 containe
6. 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 as a result they will disappear
7. inside the dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals Periodic cleaning using a damp sponge will prevent this from occurring DONOT use solvents or abrasives to clean the exterior and rubber parts of your appliance do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm soapy water only Ifthere are any stains on the surface of the appliance interior use a cloth dampened with water and a little white vinegar or a cleaning product specifically made for dishwashers Going away Ifthe dishwasher is not going tobe used for some time carry out the following e run a cycle with the dishwasher empty e switch off at the 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 unpleasant odours inside the dishwasher Before using the dishwasher after along break plug in 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 ifthere are allow water to run from the supply tap for a few minutes Disconnecting the dishwasher When disconnecting the dishwasher itis importantthat tasks are carried out in the correct sequence e switch off atthe mains and remove the plug from the socket turn off the water supply disconnect drain and water
8. 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 and rinse 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 Read through all the instruction
9. BB Hotpoint Kitchen think Instructions for Installation and Use Dishwasher Model BCI450 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 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 ofthe 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 replace the fuse only those rated at
10. ation 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 DO NOT 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 Recommended height for 55mm 2 72 max standpipe 500mm 20 40mm 1 1 2 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 800mm E ARA 817 in Spigot height Min 6d0mm min NOTE Ensure the sink outlet pipe has a minimum diamtere of 32mm TT oH a inn FH 1 Untie the end of the GREY drainage hose from the rear of the appliance
11. d by turning Comp 2 and Comp 3 see table at the end of the page the dose adjuster F which you will find under lid C There are 6 different settings the normal dosage is setting 5 al ml o f 3 Z 1 04 9 Ifthe cutlery basket is equipped with two removable grids insertthe cutlery one by one into the slots with the handles at the bottom Position them so that they don ttouch BERE TREES Gale Total detergent Eco 3 IEC DIN Ecovexadrye 270 om o o Press the extra dry button if existing BB Hotpoint After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a 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 w
12. ed 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 BB Hotpoint Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer SERVICECENTRE Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 to 6 Sat 10 to 4 Sun 8 Bank Holidays www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Serial number 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 P04 195042366 01
13. ems not suitable for the dishwasher e 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 Some types of glass can become opaque in appearance after they have been washed too many times in a dishwasher e Highly absorbent materials such as sponges and towels should never be placed in a dishwasher fin 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 DJ ISHWASHER Care and Cleaning Unplug the appliance Before carrying out any 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 not be trapped inside The filter assembly Ifyouwantconsistent good results from
14. g them in or out depending on how high you want it and to level it so that it is 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 and then adjust the 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 Cold water connection Connect the cold water supply hose inserting the small filter supplied with the dishwasher and making sure thatitis fastened tightly in place see figure 2 Ifthe water hoses are new or have been out of use for an extended period of time let the water run to make sure itis clear and free of impurities before making the connection If this precaution is not taken the water inlet could get blocked causing damage to your dishwasher 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 oper
15. hite 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 peace of mind O Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover O 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 cal
16. inlet hose e pull outthe dishwasher carefully withdrawing hoses at the same time Moving the appliance Drain water from the dishwasher Secure all loose parts Only transport in an upright position e If not kept upright during transport any water remaining inside may seep into the control 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 Experience has shown that you can resolve most problems that arise during normal daily 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 fil
17. l 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 only 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 For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk amp Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycl
18. ontainer To open the dispenser turn cap C anticlockwise Take care when you pour in the rinse aid to avoid it overflowing You can regulate the amount of rinse aid used by the dishwasher move the adjuster F which you willfind under lid C Itis normally set to 4 Youcan choose from six different positions 10 e Use the right amount of detergent see programme chart Store your detergent and rinse aid in a cool dry place safely away from children If you live in an area particularly prone to very hard water gt 35 f Glist and Hotpoint recommend that you continue to keep your dishwasher salt topped up The amount of rinse aid needs to be increased if the dishes appear dull or you can see circular stains The amount of rinse aid needs to be reduced if the dishes are sticky or you can see white streaks f DJ 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 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
19. ower 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 6 Ifthe applianceisnotoperating The rating plate featuring the properly or if maintenance technical data serial number operations are necessary andmarkings is visibly disconnect the dishwasher _ positioned onthe inneredgeof fromthe mains power supply the door unplug it DONOT remove the rating plate 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 DO NOT use solvents such as alcohol or turpentine which may cause an explosion 2 DO NOT load dishes to wash that are soiled with ash wax or paints 3 DONOT lean sit or stand on any part of the dishwasher this could cause injury and or damage the appliance 4 DONOT drink any water residues from inside the dishwasher DEDA 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 againstthe 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 screwin
20. r Always use salt which is intended for dishwasher use The salt container is situated underneath the lower basket fill it up as 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 Your appliance will re mind you to do so for 5 consecu tive wash cycles Water Hardness 18 44 1 8 4 4 36 71 45 89 4 5 8 9 Salt conse Autono 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 Before Using your Dishwasher Cc The detergent po D Adding detergent To open lid A press button B er The detergent should be put into the two containers C and D 7 If using a tablet put it in container 24 gr 3 gr y D Now you can close the lid press it ne yy down until you hear it click a al Ifitwon t close Check whether there is any detergent residue on the edges of t the dispenser Remove the excess
21. s 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 cturer declines the various 7 DO NOT install outdoors not even if the area is covered by a roof it is extremely dangerous to leave it exposed torain and thunderstorms 2 Afterremovingthe packaging 8 If installed on a carpeted or check to make sure your covered floor ensure that the appliance is intact If in doubt openings onthe underside are contact a qualified not obstructed professional 9 Do not touch the heating 3 DONOTuse 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 p
22. shwasher conforms to the following European Community Directives 73 23 EEC of 19 02 73 Low Voltage and subsequent modifications 89 336 EEC of 03 05 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility and subsequent modifications 97 17 C E Labelling DEDE How to use your Dishwasher First of all Turn on the water supply tap completely Add the correct amount of detergent Load the baskets correctly Check that the spray arms rotate freely Close the door securely After performing all the operations described in the previous para graphs open the appliance door and press ON OFF button A in dicator light B comes on Your appliance is now on and awaiting instructions Select the wash cycle Select the wash cycle by pressing button P Each time this button is pressed one of the indicator lights M will come on in sequence se lect the wash cycle most suitable for the type of dishes to wash see Programme Chart Close the door and after a few sec onds you will hear a short beep the wash cycle has begun 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 appliance door carefully to avoid any hot water splashes then keep button P pressed for approximately 5 seconds until you hear 3 short beeps Indicator light M will come off and at this point all the settings will have been can
23. 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 The cutlery basket Knives and utensils with sharp blades or tips should be positioned with the sharp parts atthe bottom Position all cutlery items so that they don ttouch if the basket is the one with side inserts then insert the tea spoons one by one into the slots see figu re A Itis best if you place longer utensils horizontally atthe front of the upper basket After loading the dishes remember to check thatthe spray arms can turn freely without hitting against any dishes What goes into the upper basket Place delicate and lightweight dishes in the upper basket glasses teacups 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 How to adjust the upper basket The upper basketcan be setin high or low position to enable you to organise your dishes effortlessly Open the rail stop flaps and pull the basket out completely Now place it in high or low position then slide it along the guide rails until the front wheels also go in Now close the rail stop flaps Follow the sequence of actions illustrated in figure F Load examples What can Wash It
24. ter 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 allfiters are 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 aidcontainer E therinse aid dispenser setting is correct E the detergent being used is of 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 thecorect amount ofdetergent isbeing used Certaindetergents can be more corrosive than others E the tank is made of steel and therefore any rust marks are due toex
25. ternal 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 These faults are reported by one or two cycle indicator lights M flash ing rapidly Take a note of which lights are flashing turn the appli ance off and call Hotpoint Service for technical assistance Tap off alarm Ifyou have forgotten to tum 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 to be absent when these beeps are sounded the appliance will be blocked automatically and cycle 3 and 4 indicator lights eco and rapid amp dry cycle will flash rap idly Turn the appliance off at the ON OFF button turn on the water tap and wait approximately 20 sec onds before turning the appliance back on Re select the wash cycle and the appliance will start up again Clogged filter alarm If the appliance is blocked and indicator lights 2 Normal and 4 Rapid amp dry flash rapidly this means the filter is clogged by large particles of food residue Turn the appliance off clean the filter thoroughly and reposition it in its seat as illustrated on page 12 Then common occurences and their remedies should help you identify the causes of
26. your dishwasher you need to clean the filter assembly 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 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 a non metallic brush Reassemble the filter parts as shown in the 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 a while Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter Periodically clean the water inlet filter see figure 2 under Installation located on the outlet ofthe water supply tap After tuming off the water tap unscrew the end of the water supply hose remove the filter and clean it carefully under running water Then retum the filter to its place and tighten the water supply hose back into position Theseals One of the factors that cause unpleasant odours to form
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