Instructions for Installation and Use

Aquarius FDW60 & FDW65

60cm free standing
Dishwasher

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Contents
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

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6-7
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12
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15-21
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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

Safety Information

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.

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.

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 your family includes children...

-

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

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.

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.

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 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.
2.
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4.
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6.

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.

Seperate the various packaging materials and dispose of safely - DO

NOT leave discarded packaging material around the home.
After removing the packaging, check to make sure your appliance is
intact. If in doubt, contact a qualified professional.
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.
In the event of any damage to the power cord have it replaced by a
qualified technician.
The mains plug must be easily accessible after installation.
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.

The dishwasher is intended for use by adults. DO NOT allow children

to come near or play with the controls.

1.

DO NOT use solvents, such as alcohol or turpentine which may

cause an explosion.

Keep children away from detergents and clear of the dishwasher

door when open.

2.
.
3.

DO NOT load dishes to wash that are soiled with ash, wax or paints

Keep all packaging material away from children.

4.

DO NOT lean, sit or stand on any part of the dishwasher - this could
cause injury and/or damage the appliance.
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.

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.

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.

Fig.2
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.

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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2
3

4
min.820

600

60

5
600

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.

B
D

25 gr.

Use the right amount of detergent

(see programme chart).
Store your detergent and rinse aid
in a cool, dry place, safely away
from children.

5 gr.

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.
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 live in an area particularly

prone to very hard water ( 35f)
Glist and Hotpoint recommend
that you continue to keep your
dishwasher salt topped up.

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.

- 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.

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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

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.

Only use recommend dishwasher

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

Autonomy
(cycles\2kg)

Clarke
degrees

fH

mmol/l

Selector
position

0 - 14

0 - 17

0 -1,7

14 - 36

18 - 44

1,8 - 4,4

"-"

20

60

36 - 71

45 - 89 4,5 - 8,9

MED

40

40

"+"

60

25

>71

IMPORTANT:

Salt
consumption
(grams/cycle)

> 89

> 8,9

You don't know how hard the water

in your home is? Ask the company
that supplies water in your area.

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.

IMPORTANT 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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Loading your Dishwasher
Before placing the dishes in
the dishwasher, remove the
larger food particles to
prevent the filter from
becoming clogged, which
results in reduced performance.
If the pots and pans have
baked-on food that is
extremely hard to remove,
we recommend that they be
allowed to soak before they
are washed. This will eliminate the need for extra wash
cycles.
Pull out the racks to facilitate loading the dishwasher.
How to Use the Lower
Rack
We recommend that you
place the most difficult to
clean items on the bottom
rack: pots, pans, lids,
serving dishes and bowls,
as shown in the figure to the
right.
It is preferable to place
serving dishes and lids on
the sides of the racks in
order to avoid blocking the
rotation of the top spray arm.
- Pots, serving bowls, etc.
must always be placed top
down.
- Deep pots should be
slanted to allow the water to
flow out.
-This basket is equipped
with two removable grids:
insert the cutlery one by one
into the slots; knives and
utensils with sharp blades or
tips should be positioned
with the sharp parts at the
bottom. Position all cutlery
items so that they don't
touch.
If the rack has side baskets,
the spoons should be loaded
individually into the
appropriate slots (see fig.
A).

Load examples

- Especially long utensils

should be placed in the
horizontal position at the
front of the upper rack.

Bottom Rack

Top Rack

How to Use the Upper Rack

The upper rack is designed
to hold more delicate and
lighter dishware, such as
glasses, coffee and tea
cups and saucers, as well
as plates, small bowls and
shallow pans (as long as
they are not too dirty).
- Position the dishes and
cookware so that they do
not get moved by the spray
of water.
How to adjust the Upper
rack ...
The top rack can be adjusted
using the two rack heights
(top and bottom). To adjust
the rack, open up the tabs
that lock the guides and pull
out the rack. Arrange the rack
with the back wheels in either
the top or bottom position and
then insert it along the guides
until the front wheels are on
as well. Close the tabs to lock
the rack in place (see Fig. F).

A
1

Fig. F

What
can I Wash Items not suitable for the dishwasher:
Cutlery and tableware made from wood or part wood - They may become faded and unsightly in appearance.
Avoid washing horn handled and bronze cutlery in the machine.
Delicate/decorative glassware and vases, special antique or irreplaceable china - the decorative patterns
printed on these items will not be dishwasher proof.
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.
Highly absorbent materials such as sponges and towels should never be placed in a dishwasher.
If in any doubt, check with the manufacturer on items suitability for dishwashers.
WARNING: Dishes or cutlery soiled with tobacco ash, wax, lubricating grease or paint should not be put
in the dishwasher.

Our recommendation: In future, only purchase table or kitchenware that has been confirmed - dishwasher
proof.

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Getting to know your
Dishwasher

E
G
F

E. Upper basket

J. Salt container cap

F. Top spray arm

K. Washing filter

G. Basket height adjuster

L. Detergent and rinse aid

dispenser

H. Lower basket
I.

Bottom spray arm

J
K
I

M. Turbo dry fan

The Controls
H.
A. ON-OFF Button
Press this button to switch the
appliance on.
P.
B. ON-OFF Indicator light
This light informs you that the
dishwasher is on.
C. Door opening handle
Use this handle to open the door.
D. Delayed start select button
This button delays the start of
the wash cycle you selected
by 12, 9, 6 or 3 hours.
E. Cycle indicator light
This light informs you which cycle
you have selected or the one in
progress.
F. Half load selection button
To allow you to wash a half load in
the upper basket.
G. Cycle phase and delayed start
indicator lights
Thes indicator lights inform you
which cycle phase is underway
(prewash,wash,rinses,drying).
If you have set a delayed start, they
also indicate the amount of time left
until the wash cycle starts.

.
Half load indicator light
R. Start / Reset button
This light informs you that the half
With Start the wash cycle begins,
load is selected.
whereas a;; the settings are
Cycle select button
cleared with Reset.
Each time this button is pressed,
one of the cycle indicator lights
E will come on in sequence

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Width
Depth
Height
Capacity
Mains water pressure

cm. 60
cm. 60
cm. 85
12 standard place settings
4,3 psi - 145 psi (30 KPa 1MPa) (0,3 10 bar)

Power voltage
Total absorber power
Fuse

See data plate

See data plate
See data plate

S. Low Salt indicator light

This light warns you that it is time
to add more salt.
T. Low Rinse Aid indicator light
This light warns you that it is time
to add more rinse aid.

This dishwasher 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/CE
(Labelling)

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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.

- Press the ON-OFF button "A":

you will hear a short beep and indicator 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, a beep will sound and indicator lights E will come on in
sequence.Select the wash cycle
most suitable for the type of dishes
to wash (see Programme Chart).
Close the door and press the Start
button after a few seconds, you will
hear a short beep and the wash cycle will started.
The dishwasher informs
you.
Your dishwasher has indicator lights
"G" which light up to indicate the
wash cycle phase that is underway.
Modifying a wash cycle in
progress.
If you have chosen the wrong cycle
- You can modify the wash cycle in
progress, if it has only just started.
Keep the Reset button "R" pressed
in for approximately 5 seconds, a
prolonged beep will sound, followed
by three short beeps.
Indicator light "G" will go out to
show all the settings will have been
cancelled. You are now free to reset the correct wash cycle.

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You've left out a dish?

Interrupt the wash cycle by pressing the On-Off button "A", then
insert the dish you had forgotten.
When you shut the door, press the
On-Off button again. The cycle will
start up from where you interrupted
it.
Cycle end
The end of the wash cycle is indicated by 2 short beeps and the
flashing of the drying phase indicator light.
Turn the appliance off by pressing
the On-Off button A, thus switching off the electricity supply.
Turn off the water tap.
Wait a few minutes before unloading the dishes: they are very hot! If
you wait a little while, they dry better
due to the steam.
Empty the lower basket 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 or when you close the door.

Delaying the start of a

programme.

When you have loaded the dishes,

you can choose when to start your
dishwasher before setting the wash
cycle desired.
Press button "D" to delay the start
of the wash cycle by 12, 9, 6 or 3
hours. Each time you press it, you
will hear a short beep and indicator
light "G" corresponding to the
selected delay will come on.
Select the desired wash cycle.
Press the Start button, you hear the
beep, the countdown to the delayed
start will begin.
If, for example, you have set a 12
hour delay, once you have selected
a wash cycle the 12 hour indicator
light will flash... followed by the others
in sequence until the set time delay
is up. The indicator lights will keep
you informed of the countdown
progress at all times.
Once this time is up, indicator light
"G" will stop flashing and the wash
cycle will begin.
If you change your mind and you
wish to set a different delay, just open
the door, press button "D", you need
not reset the wash cycle.
If you want to cancel the delay set
and you wish to start the wash cycle
immediately, press button "D"
repeatedly until the cycle starts and
indicator light "G" corresponding to
the cycle start phase comes on.
Cycle phase and delayed
start indicator light "G"
(1)
Flashing to indicate a
delayed start, to remind you that you
have set a delayed start.
(2)
On, lit constantly, each light
shows which stage of the wash
cycle is in progress.

Half load.

Your dishwasher also allows you to

wash half a load, to save water ,
electricity and detergent (use only
half the amount).
Before setting a wash cycle , press
button "F", indicator light "H" will
come on.
NOTE: When set the dishwasher
will wash on the upper basket only.
To see the settings you
have selected

At any time, when the cycle is

underway, if you press button "F",
the cycle in progress indicator light
will light up for a few seconds...
followedbythehalfloadindicatorlight
if set.

For your own safety,

ensure the door is closed
when the dishwasher is
not in use.

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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:

CYCLE

INTENSIVE

NORMAL

ECO

FAST

CYCLE SELECTION
INSTRUCTIONS

Very dirty dishes and pans

(NOT to be used for delicate
items)

CYCLE
DESCRIPTION

Pre-wash with hot water at 40C

Extended wash at 65C
2 cold rinses
Hot rinse at 65C
Drying

Cycle for normally dirty pans and Wash at 55C

dishes.
Cold rinse
Standard daily cycle.
Hot rinse at 70C
Drying
Environmentally friendly cycle,
with low energy consumption
levels, suitable for normally dirty
pans and dishes.

2 cold pre-washes
Wash at 45C
Hot rinse at 65C
Drying

Economic and fast cycle to be

used for slightly dirty dishes.
Run cycle immediately after use.

Short wash at 40C

Hot rinse at 62C

DETERGENT RINSE
AID
FOR PREWASH & WASH

5 + 25 g

30 g

Wash at 50C
Rrinse at 45C
Hot rinse at 65C
Drying

120

72

*
130

5 + 25g

25g

25

PRE-WASH Preliminary wash cycle for dishes Short cold wash to prevent food
while awaiting completion of the
from drying onto the dishes.
load with the dishes from the next
meal.
DELICATES Special cycle to be used for more
delicate items which are sensitive
to high temperatures.
Run cycle immediately after use.

WASH CYCLE
DURATION
in minutes
(Tolerance
10%)

12

96

25g

To optimise wash performance and save on energy, try to use the dishwasher with a full wash load. If it takes some time to fill your
dishwasher, use the pre-wash to avoid caked on food and build up of bad odours.

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Care and Cleaning
Unplug the appliance.

Cleaning the spray arms.

Before carrying out any cleaning or

maintenance on the dishwasher,
always remove the plug from the
electricity socket.

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.

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
If you want consistent good results
from 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
becleanedthoroughlyonceamonth:
cup C + semi-circular filter A +
cylindrical filter B. Rotate filter B
anticlockwise to remove it.
For cleaning, use a non metallic
brush.
1
B

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
withoutfilters.Improperreplacement
of the filters may reduce the
efficiency of the wash and even
damage your dishwasher.

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Cleaning the Water Inlet

Filter

Periodically clean the water inlet filter

(see figure 2 under "Installation")
located on the outlet of the water
supply tap. After turning off the water
tap, unscrew the end of the water
supply hose, remove the filter and
cleanitcarefullyunderrunningwater.
Then, return the filter to its place and
tighten the water supply hose back
into position.
The seals.
One of the factors that cause
unpleasant odours to form inside the
dishwasher is food that remains
trapped in the seals. Periodic
cleaning using a damp sponge will
prevent this from occurring.

DO NOT 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.
If there 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
If the dishwasher is not going to be
used for some time, carry out the
following:
run a cycle with the dishwasher
empty.
switch off at the electrical socket
andunplug.
turn off the water supply tap,
disconnect the inlet hose and
allow to drain.
fill the rinse aid dispenser.
leave the door ajar, to prevent the
build up of unpleasant odours
inside the dishwasher.
Before using the dishwasher after a
long 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, if there are allow water to run
from the supply tap for a few
minutes.
Disconnecting
the
dishwasher.
Whendisconnectingthedishwasher
it is important that tasks are carried
out in the correct sequence.
switch off at the mains and remove
the plug from the socket.
turn off the water supply.
disconnect drain and water inlet
hose.
pull out the 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.
If not kept upright during transport,
any water remaining inside may
seep into the control module and
cause subsequent errors with
programme functions.

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Troubleshooting
In the unlikely event that you have problems with your machine, the following guide will
enable you to resolve many problems without having to call out a service engineer.
Fault Area
The Dishwasher Will Not
Start

Cause/How to resolve

Issue
Possible Installation/Electrical
Supply Fault

(Particularly if the machine

is being used for the first
time)

Check
- Is the dishwasher plugged in and switched on?
- Is there a power failure, check to see if other appliances working.
- Check the fuse.
- Is there a fault with the water supply/is the water supply tap turned on?
- Is the water pressure supply sufficient?
- Is the inlet hose kinked?
- Is the door closed properly?

Cycle phase indicator

Cycle
lights flashing:
- Has time delay been selected?

IIf a delayed start has been selected then the cycle phase indicator light
corresponding to the lenght of time delayed will flash.
For example:Pre wash flashing
Wash
Rinse
Drying

- 3hr Delay Set

- 6hr Delay Set
- 9hr Delay Set
-12hr delay Set

Follow the instructions below to cancel:Step 1: Press the Delay Start Button until all light are out.
Step 2: Select wash programme as normal.
Delay Start
Button

Salt Refill Light Flashing/

Not Going Out When Salt
Added

Salt refill light will flash if:- S You are using the Machine for
the first time
Or
- The salt level is low
lt rethfill

Please Note: The Drying light will also flash to indicate

the end of a programme. (See Cycle Phase Indicator Lights
Flashingbelow).

The Salt refill light will flash when your dishwasher is switched on for the
first time and again when the salt levels become low - follow the instructions
on Before Using Your Dishwasher page on how to add salt to your
dishwasher.
Please Note:
- The salt refill light will remain lit after the salt has been
added for several consecutive cycles.
- If you are using 3 in 1 tablets and do not add salt then
the salt refill light will flash periodically for several
consecutive cycle.
- If 3 in 1 dishwasher tablets are used we still recommend
the
that you add salt to prevent limescale deposits on your
dishes.

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Fault Area

Rinse Aid Light Flashing/

Not Going Out When Rinse
Aid Added

Cause/How to resolve

Issue

Rinse Aid light will flash if:- S You are using the Machine for
the first time.
Or
- The rinse aid level is low.

The Rinse Aid light will flash when your dishwasher is switched on for
the first time and again when the rinse aid levels become low - follow the
instructions on Before Using Your Dishwasher page on how to add
rinse aid..
Please Note:
- The rinse aid light will remain lit after the rinse aid
has been added, and will continue to flash until the
machine has completed the next full wash cycle
(Note: The Fast & Prewash cycles are not full wash
cycles).
- If you are using 3 in 1 tablets (or 2 in 1) and do not
add rinse aid then the rinse aid light will flash
continuously.

Leaking From Rear Of

Machineeaking

Possible Incorrect Fitment of Water

Inlet HosePossi

ChCheck
Is the water inlet hose connection secured at rear of machine (Fig1)
and has filter washer (A) been fitted (Fig2)?

Machine Connection

Tap Connection

Filter washer (A) can be

found with the Instruction
Book when the machine is
delivered. Fil
F
Fig.1

Cycle Indicator Lights

FlashingC

Fig.2

Your dishwasher is designed so that if a fault occurs, an error message indicated by one
or two wash cycle indicator lights flashing rapidly.
In many cases you can rectify these errors by following instructions in this section.
If however the errors indicated on your machine are not listed, you will need to contact your Service Centre
for assistance.
See Key Contacts on the back page of the instruction book.

Short beeps sounding for - Turn on the water tap and the dishwasher will start after a few
a few minutes when starting minutes.
programme.
- Water tap turned off

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Fault Area

Issue

Cause/How to resolve

Wash cycle indicators lights 4 If you are not at your dishwasher when the short beeps
& 5 flashing (Fast & Prewash). sound, the dishwasher will switch to alarm mode and
indicator lights 4 & 5 (Fast & Prewash) will flash.
Follow the instructions below to cancel:
- Water tap turned off
Step 1:
Turn the dishwasher off by pressing the On/Off button.

Indicators 4&5
(Fast & Prewash)

Step 2:
Turn on the water tap
Step 3:
Wait approximately 20 seconds and then switch the appliance on by
pressing the On/Off button.
Step 4:
Select wash programme as normal.
Please Note:
If the above does not solve the problem, check that the
water feed pipe filter is not blocked.

If wash cycle indicator lights 3 & 5 (Eco & Prewash) are flashing, then
Wash cycle indicator lights
3&5 flashing (Eco& Prewash). you need to clear the filter of any blockages before programme can proceed.
Step 1: Press the On/Off Button, to turn off your dishwasher.
- Possible Filter Blockage

In Indicators 3 & 5
(Eco & Prewash)dicators

Step 2: Remove filter from base of machine (Fig.1)

Step 3: Rinse filters under running water and ensure that large food
particles are removed from Area A (Fig.2).
Step 4: Locate filters back into the filter housing and firmly press
downwards.
Step 5: Turn the dishwasher on by pressing the On/Off button, and
select required programme.

$
Fig.1

Fig.2

For additional advice on Cleaning your filter see Care

and Cleaningsection of the instruction book.

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Fault Area

Issue

Wash Cycle indicator

light 4 flashing (Fast).

Cause/How to resolve

If indicator light 4 (Fast) 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.

- Water load solenoid valve

malfunction alarm.

Indicator 4
(Fast)
Cycle Phase Indicator
Lights Flashing

Drying light flash- Indicates and of programme

The Drying phase indicator light will flash in the display to indicate the
programme is complete.
- Press the On/Off button to switch off the dishwasher.

Please Note:
When your dishwasher is switched back on, the Drying
phase indicator light will continue to flash ntil a new
programme is selected or the machine is reset - This is
normal.
When a Pre-Wash programme
is selected, the Rinse light will
illuminate.

Poor Wash Results

Residue On Dishes When Wash

Cycle Complete.

This is normal - The Rinse Light, rather than the Prewash light illuminates
because Prewash is basically a Cold Rinse cycle. (i.e. the machine is
using part of the rinse cycle to give the Prewash function).

Is the selected programme suitable for the type of load and the
degree of soiling?
- Check the loading of your crockery into the baskets (See Loading
You Dishwasher Section of the instruction book).
- Check that the filters are clean and in place (See Care and
Cleaning Section of the instruction book.)
- Is the lid of the salt container closed properly?

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Is the rinse aid dosage correct?

(See section Poor Drying Results below for instructions on adding
or adjusting rinse aid to your wash).

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Fault Area

Cause/How to resolve

Issue

Tablet Not Dissolving

Wherever possible the following should be positioned away from

dispenser, to ensure that they can not come into contact with the
Dispenser.
- Cutlery/Cutlery Basket
- Crockery
- Casseroles Dishes/Pans Etc.

Poor Wash Results

Spray arm Obstruction

Upper
Basket
Upper
Spray
Arm
- Prior to starting the programme ensure the spray wash jet holes are
not blocked and also that the spray arms can rotate freely.

Spray wash jet

holes

26 cm

21 cm

26 cm

31 cm

With the upper basket in the lower With the upper basket in the upper
position, the maximum height for position, the maximum height for
plates is 26 cm.
plates is increased to 31 cm.
To adjust the upper basket position, follow instruction below:Step 1: Push the white stoppers at the front of the basket shelves outwards
and remove the basket (See fig.1 & Fig. 2).
Step 2: Push the basket runners back into the dishwasher with the stoppers
still pointing outward (See Fig.3)
Step 3: Select required position, if lower position selected top wheel
would glide into the basket runners (See Fig.4) and if upper position required
bottom wheel will be in runners (Fig.5)
)LJ

Poor Drying Results

Fast Wash Programme Selected

)LJ

)LJ

)LJ

)LJ

- There is no drying cycle on the Fast Wash Programme.

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Fault Area

Poor Drying Results

Issue

Is Rinse Aid being used or is the

Rinse Aid level set too low?

Cause/How to resolve

Using rinse aid in your wash will improve the drying performance.
To add rinse aid to your wash follow instructions below:
Step 1: Rotate cap anti-clockwise and pull to remove.
Step 2: Pour rinse aid into container and secure cap back into position.

&DS

The level of rinse aid used during your wash cycle can be adjusted to
ensure best results.
Rinse Aid Levels 1 (lowest) to 6 (Highest)
Rinse Aid level adjuster is located under
dispenser cap. Using small coin rotate
adjuster to desired setting.
(We recommend setting to 4).
Rinse Aid Adjuster

The Dishwasher Will Not

Drain

Possible Installation Fault

(Particularly if the machine is being
used for the first time)

Check
- Is the drain hose kinked?
- Is the sink trap blocked? (If this is the case you will experience
problems whit your sink drainage).
- Ensure the blanking plug/closed end connector has been removed
if connected to a sink trap (this is the most common fault when installing
a dishwasher).

Ensure drain
hose is not
kinked
Remove blanking
plug/closed end
connection from
sink trap.

Note:
There are two types of sink trap
drain hose connection.
1. Closed end connection:
Which must be cut off.
2. Blanking plug in the sink trap
connections:
Which must be removed.
Which must be removed.

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General

Unusual Amount of foam is created

Has the correct detergent been used? (Use only Dishwasher powder
or tablets).
Have you spilt rinse aid when fill the rinse aid compartment? If yes,
this will clear on the next cycle.

Dishwasher Stopping During

Cycle

Has there been a power failure, check other appliances?

Your dishwasher will stop and start throughout the wash programme.
This is normal.
Has the water supply been interrupted?

Knocking Noise coming from

Dishwasher

Spray arm knocking against dishes (See Loading Your Dishwasher

Section of the instruction book).
Crockey has not been stacked correctly.

Knocking Noise Coming from Inlet

Valves

This is caused by the way you have the water pipes laid and has no
effect upon the dishwasher functions.
If your cold water mains pressure is set too high, the noise level will
be increased.

If you have completed all of the above checks and your appliances is still not operating, then please call your
Service Centre for assistance.

See Key Contacts on the back page of the instruction book.

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INFORMATION FOR TEST LABS

Load for 12 Standard Settings tests (upper basket at top position)

upper basket

lower basket

12

12

D
9

g
e

Low er basket

U pper basket

Ty p e

Ite m

A
B

s o u p e p la te

23 cm .

cup

0 ,2 0 l.

d in n e r p la t e

26 cm .

19 cm .

dessert
p la t e
o v a l p la tte r

19 cm .

s e r v in g
bow l
g la s s

2 5 0 m l.

35 cm .

h
k

saucer

14 cm .

s e r v in g
bow l
s e r v in g
bow l

13 cm .

C
D

g g

D ia m e te r V o lu m
( a p p r o x im a te ly )

Ty p e

Ite m

D ia m e te r /V o lu m
( a p p r o x im a te ly )

16 cm .

Loading the detergent

The cleaning detergent should be introduced into the two containers
Comp.2 and Comp.3 (see table at the end of the page).

5 5 5 5

5
3

3
5

1
5

6 4

5
3

3
7

1 1 1

1 1 1

1 1 1

5 5 5

1 1 1

Loading the Rinse Aid

The amount of rinse aid used for each cycle can be regulated by
turning the dose adjuster F which you will find under lid C.There
are 6 different settings; the normal dosage is setting 5.
This basket is
equipped with two
removable grids:
insert the cutlery one
by one into the slots,
with the handles at
the bottom. Position
them so that they don't
touch.

Comp.3

2 2 2 2

2 2 2 2

4
2

door side
EN 50242
IEC/ DIN

Comp.2

Eco

Cycle

*Eco + extra dry

Total detergent

Comp.2

Comp.3

30 gr.

25

30 gr.

30

Press the extra dry button (depending on Model).

Dont press the extra dry button only, for free-standing dishwashers with turbo-dry fan, see features in the Getting to Know
Your Dishwasher section of this instruction book.

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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
white goods repair service in the UK with over 900 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.
l Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the
period of cover.
l 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:

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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 only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to
the following provisions that your appliance:
l
Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet.
l
Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises (ie. not
for commercial or trade use).
l
Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the
appliance rating plate.
l
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

Recycling & 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.

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Key Contacts
After Sales Service
Over 900 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete confidence in
both the appliances and services we offer.

Repair Service and Information Desk

UK: 08709 066 066
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays)
www.theservicecentre.co.uk
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
Note: Our operators will require the following information:
Model number:
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 & 9 to 12 Sat)
www.theservicecentre.co.uk
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836

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195044418.00

May 2004