Hotpoint FDW65, FDW60 User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use

Aquarius FDW60 & FDW65

60cm free standing

Dishwasher

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Contents

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

Troubleshooting

Information for Test Labs After Sales Service Hotpoint Guarantee Notes Key Contacts

5 6-7 8-9

10 10 11 12 13 14

15-21

22 23 24

25-26-27

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

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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.

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

Changing the Plug

Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket.

WARNING: T o 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 ‘E’ or NEUTRAL ‘N’ LIVE ‘L’

- Use the dishwasher solely in a domestic environment.

- DO NOT stand or place heavy objects on the door when it is

If your family includes children...

- DO NOT allow children to play with the appliance or tamper

- Keep detergents and rinse aids away from children. Keep

source, via a properly installed earthed socket.

open, this could damage the door or cause the appliance to tip forward.

with its controls. children away from the open door of a dishwasher, there could

still be some detergent left inside.

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 nonoriginal spare parts.

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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!).

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.

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.

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 in use.

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.

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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.

Height Adjustment

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 that it is fastened tightly in place (see figure 2). 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.

Fig.2

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLING THE DISHWASHER IN FULLY-FITTED KITCHENS.

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

l to stand next to furniture units or other electric household appliances

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

l 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). –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.

Warning:

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.

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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.

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.

It is 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.

25 gr

5 gr.

• Use the right amount of detergent

• Store your detergent and rinse aid

(see programme chart). in a cool, dry place, safely away

from children.

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. If 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 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.

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.

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

*If you live in an area particularly prone to very hard water ( 35 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.

Before Using your Dishwasher

Water hardness varies according to where you live. If the water in your home is hard, without water softening, incrustations would form on your dishes. Your dishwasher is fitted with a water softener which uses special salt to get rid of limescale in the water.

Water Hardness

Clarke

degrees

°fH mmol/l

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Selector position

consumption

(grams/cycle)

Salt

Autonomy

(cycles\2kg)

Adjusting the water softener.

Your dishwasher can adjust its salt consumption according to the hardness 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 anticlockwise from the "-" setting to the "+" setting.

Select the arrow position depending on the water hardness, referring to the table.

IMPORT ANT :

Only use recommend dishwasher salt DO NOT use everyday table salt, cooking salt as they contain insoluble substances which could harm your dishwasher.

0 - 14 0 - 17 0 -1,7 / 0 /

14 - 36 18 - 44 1,8 - 4,4 "-" 20 60

36 - 71 45 - 89 4,5 - 8,9 MED 40 40

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 up as follows:

1.Pull out the lower basket completely, unscrew and remove the container cap

2. If it is the first time you add the salt, first fill the container up with water (you won't have to do this again next time)

3. Put the dishwasher funnel on the hole and pour in approximately two kilos of salt. It is 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 five consecutive wash cycles.

WARNING:

DO NOT pour detergent into the special salt container - This will destroy the water softener.

>71 > 89 > 8,9 "+" 60 25

You don't know how hard the water

in your home is? Ask the company

that supplies water in your area.

IMPORT ANT NOTICE:

3 in 1 dishwasher tablets are now available. These combine detergent, salt and rinse aid ALL IN ONE. If the water in your area is hard or very hard, we still recommend you add salt to the salt container to prevent white streaks on your dishes and in the dishwashers interior. Add rinse aid to the dispenser, only if you are dissatisfied with the results. In all cases, please read the manufacturers instructions on the packet. If you are only using the 3 in 1 products, after a number of cycles it is normal for the salt and rinse aid indicator lights to flash permanently.

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