HOTPOINT FDW60 G User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use

Aquarius FDW60 & FDW65

60cm free standing

Dishwasher

Troubleshooting

inside

1509)50-4

D

2

Contents

1509)50-4

D

Electrical Connection
For Your Safety
Installation
Before Using your Dishwasher
Loading your Dishwasher
What Can I Wash
Getting to know your Dishwasher
How to use your Dishwasher
Programme Chart
Care and Cleaning

Troubleshooting

After Sales Service
Hotpoint Guarantee
Key Contacts

4

5
6-7
8-9

10
10
11
12
13
14

15-21

22
23

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:

Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB

3

1509)50-4

D

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 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:

Safety Information

At the 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 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 it is
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.

EARTH ‘E’ or
NEUTRAL ‘N’
LIVE ‘L’

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 will be made. It is 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.

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.

4

1509)50-4

D

For your Safety

This manual forms an integral part of the appliance. It must always be kept handy for reference. Read 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, any other use shall be considered improper.
The manufacturer declines all responsibility for uses
other than those described above.

1. Seperate the various packaging materials and dispose
of safely - DO NOT leave discarded packaging material
around the home.

2. After removing the packaging, check to make sure your
appliance is intact. If in doubt, contact a qualified
professional.

3. DO NOT use extension leads and multiple plugs. If the
electricity supply wire is not long enough, then have it
replaced with one of the correct length and remember
that it should be free of bends or dangerous kinks.

4. In the event of any damage to the power cord have it
replaced by a qualified technician.

5. The mains plug must be easily accessible after
installation.

6. If the appliance is not operating properly or if
maintenance operations are necessary, disconnect the
dishwasher from the mains power supply (unplug it!).

7. 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 rating plate, featuring the technical data, serial
number and markings, is visibly positioned on the
inner edge of the door.
DO NOT remove the rating plate.

8. If installed on a carpeted or covered floor, ensure that
the openings on the underside are not obstructed.

9. Do not touch the heating element during or straight after
a wash cycle.

10. If the appliance malfunctions, turn off the water inlet
tap and disconnect the plug from the wall socket.
Then read the section entitled "Troubleshooting". If
you cannot resolve the problem, then call Hotpoint
Service (see KEY CONTACTS, back page).

11. Cutlery and sharp utensils should always be inserted
in random order with the blades pointing downwards
(take care with knife blades).

12. For your own safety, ensure the door is closed when
the dishwasher is not in use.

13. The door should not be left open as it may create a
dangerous obstacle.

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. DO NOT lean, sit or stand on any part of the dishwasher

- this could cause injury and/or damage the appliance.

4. DO NOT drink any water residues from inside the
dishwasher.

5

1509)50-4

D

Installation

Choose where you want to
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
right to facilitate appropriate
installation.

Levelling.

Once the appliance is
positioned, adjust the feet by
screwing them in or out
depending on how high you
want it and to level it so that it
is horizontal. Make sure that it
is not inclined more than 2
degrees. If the appliance is
level, it will help ensure its
correct operation.

Cold water connection.

Connect the cold water supply
hose, and making sure that it
is fastened tightly in place . If
the water hoses are new or
have been out of use for an
extended period of time, let the
water run to make sure it is
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.

Connect to the Water

Supply...

- For your dishwasher to ope­rate correctly it requires water
pressures in the range of 6­150 psi (100-1000KPa). Most
cold water supplies will be in
this range. NOTE: low water
pressure will lead to
excessively long fill times or no
fill.

- Ensure that the new hose
supplied is connected and the
old hose is disposed of safely.

- Ensure the fill hose is only
fitted to the cold water supply.
DO NOT overtighten the hose
connector, hand tight is
sufficient.

- Ensure the fill hose is not
kinked.

- Tap connections (if
applicable): A range of
adaptors are available to suit
your tap.

- DO NOT connect the
dishwasher to a single outlet
instantaneous water heater or
an electric heater.

- The appliance must be
connected to the water supply
network using new hoses.

Do not use old hoses.

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 that the hose is not
pushed too far down the
standpipe.
If the 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.

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”).

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 a flood.

Remember you will be charges for a service call is a
problem with your appliance is caused by incorrect
installation or misuse.

6

1509)50-4

600

600

min.820

450

595

445

2,5mm

*

2,5mm

*

D

1

2

4

5

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER IN
FULLY-FITTED KITCHENS.

3

Your free standing dishwasher can be installed in modern kitchens as follows:

●●

● to stand next to furniture units or other electric household appliances

●●

(Please read the chapter on “Installation” in the instruction manual.)

●●

● to insert or built-in under the one worktop.

●●

Should it be necessary to remove the top shelf of the dishwasher, proceed as follows:

– Unscrew the 2 rear screws and then, with a light push forward, let it slide out and remove it (see fig.1)
– Discard the polystyrene rectangle.
– Open the door and, after unscrewing the fixing screws, remove the 3 plastic plugs used to hook the shelf on (fig. 2)
– Glue on the small soundproofing adhesive spongy strip onto the top crosspiece (photo 3) and, after tilting the appliance, glue

on another one underneath the base (photo 4).
– Straighten up the appliance and adjust the front and back feet by unscrewing them in an anti-clockwise direction to raise the
dishwasher to the required height.
– Insert the appliance underneath the worktop (fig.5), checking that the inlet and outlet pipes do not get bent or squashed
(please read the instructions provided in the “Installation” chapter).- The minimum distance between the sides of the appliance
and the side panels of the cabinet must be 2.5 mm at the very least*. (please read the instructions provided in the “Installation”
chapter).
–Open the dishwasher door and glue on the two equal-sized adhesive spongy strips on the front edge of the appliance cabinet.
Begin from the top without leaving out any spaces and make sure the strips adhere all along the length of the edge. A small part
of the spongy strip protruding onto the outside will block any light left between the dishwasher and adjacent cabinets, thus
improving the soundproofing.

The dishwasher plug must be within access once the appliance has been built in, in order to allow for maintenance to be carried
out safely.
The structure of your dishwasher makes it impossible to fit it under a hob.

Warning:

7

1509)50-4

D

Before Using your Dishwasher

The detergent

Adding detergent

To open lid A, press button
B.
The detergent should be put
into the two containers C and
D.
If using a tablet, put it in
container "D".
Now you can close the lid:
press it down until you hear
it click.

If it 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 it improves
their drying. The rinse aid
container is situated on the
inside of the door.
You should fill the rinse aid
container when indicator D
lights up on the container
(see right) and the rinse aid
indicator light "T" on the
control panel flashes.

B

D

A

F

D

C

C

• Use the right amount of
detergent (see programme
chart).

• Store your detergent and rinse
aid in a cool, dry place, safely
away from children.

A good wash result also
depends on the correct
amount of detergent being
used; exceeding the stated
amount does not result in
a more effective wash and
increases environmental
pollution.

 Only use detergent
which has been
specifically designed for
dishwashers.

 DO NOT USE washing

up liquid.

Using excessive
detergent may result in
foam residue remaining in
the machine after the cycle
has ended.

To achieve the best
results from each washing
and drying cycle, powder
detergent, rinse aid liquid
and salt should be used.

Adding rinse aid.

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 will find under lid C.

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.

You can choose from six different
positions. It is normally set to 4.

- 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.

8