Hotpoint Dishwasher BCI450 User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use  
Dishwasher  
Model BCI450  
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Contents  
Electrical Connection  
For Your Safety  
3
4
Installation  
5
Getting to know your Dishwasher  
The Controls  
6
6
How to use your Dishwasher  
Programme Chart  
7
8
Before Using your Dishwasher  
Loading your Dishwasher  
Care and Cleaning  
Troubleshooting  
9-10  
11  
12  
13  
Information for Test Labs  
After Sales Service  
Hotpoint Guarantee  
Key Contacts  
14  
15  
16  
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:Thisappliancemustbeearthed.  
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:Thedishwashermustnotbeconnectedtotheelectricity  
supply while installation is being carried out.  
WARNING: DO NOT use the plug unless the fuse cover is fitted.  
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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.  
Changing the Plug  
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket.  
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WARNING:ToavoidashockhazardDONOTinsertthediscardedplug  
into a socket anywhere else.  
IMPORTANT:WIRESINTHEMAINSLEADARECOLOUREDIN  
ACCORDANCEWITHTHEFOLLOWINGCODE:  
If your family includes children...  
Green/Yellow  
Blue  
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Earth  
Neutral  
Live  
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DO NOT allow children to play with the appliance or tamper  
with its controls.  
Brown  
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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.  
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  
NEUTRAL  
LIVE  
‘E’ or  
‘N’  
‘L’  
CAUTION:  
Changing the Mains Lead  
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.  
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.  
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.  
If the domestic wiring includes a residual current-operated circuit  
breaker, ensure that it conforms to the latest regulations.  
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For your Safety  
Thismanualformsanintegralpartoftheappliance. Itmustalwaysbekepthandyforreference. Readthroughalltheinstructionscontainedinthismanual  
beforeusingthedishwasher.  
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 7. DO NOT install outdoors, not  
packaging materials and  
dispose of safely - DO NOT  
leave discarded packaging  
materialaroundthehome.  
even if the area is covered by  
a roof: it is extremely  
dangeroustoleaveitexposed  
torainandthunderstorms.  
2. Afterremovingthepackaging, 8. If installed on a carpeted or  
check to make sure your  
appliance is intact. If in doubt,  
covered floor, ensure that the  
openingsontheundersideare  
notobstructed.  
contact  
a
qualified  
professional.  
3. DONOTuse extensionleads  
and multiple plugs. If the  
9. Do not touch the heating  
elementduringorstraightafter  
a wash cycle.  
electricity supply wire is not 10. Iftheappliancemalfunctions,  
long enough, then have it  
replacedwithoneofthecorrect  
length and remember that it  
should be free of bends or  
dangerouskinks.  
turnoffthewaterinlettapand  
disconnecttheplugfromthe  
wallsocket. Thenreadthe  
sectionentitled  
"Troubleshooting". Ifyou  
cannotresolvetheproblem,  
thencallHotpointService  
(seeKEYCONTACTS, back  
page).  
4. In the event of any damage to  
the power cord have it  
replaced by a qualified  
technician.  
5. Themainsplugmustbeeasily  
accessibleafterinstallation.  
6. Iftheapplianceisnotoperating  
properly or if maintenance  
operations are necessary,  
disconnect the dishwasher  
from the mains power supply  
(unplugit!).  
Theratingplate,featuringthe  
technicaldata,serialnumber  
andmarkings, isvisibly  
positionedontheinneredgeof  
thedoor.  
DONOTremovetheratingplate.  
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  
whenopen.  
Keep all packaging material away from children.  
1. DO NOT use solvents, such as alcohol or turpentine which may  
causeanexplosion.  
2. DONOTloaddishestowashthataresoiledwithash, waxorpaints.  
3. DO NOT lean, sit or stand on any part of the dishwasher - this could  
causeinjuryand/ordamagetheappliance.  
4. DONOTdrinkanywaterresiduesfrominsidethedishwasher.  
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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  
againstthewall. Thedishwasheris  
providedwithwatersupplyanddrain  
hoses, which can be directed  
towards the left or right to facilitate  
appropriateinstallation.  
Cold water connection.  
Drainhoseconnection.  
SinkWasteSystem:  
Connect the cold water supply WARNING: Connect your Forundersinkdrainage:  
hose, inserting the small filter dishwasher drain hose to pipes Before connecting the drain hose,  
supplied with the dishwasher and which connect to the foul drain remove any internal restrictions -  
makingsurethatitisfastenedtightly system and not to surface water Thiswillpreventabuildupofdebris  
in place (see figure 2). If the water drains.  
whichcouldcauseablockage.  
hosesareneworhavebeenoutof IMPORTANT: For the correct Remove any restrictions from the  
useforanextendedperiodoftime, operation of your dishwasher, it is waste spigot and ensure that the  
let the water run to make sure it is essentialtocomplywiththefollowing sealingbungisremoved. Thehose  
clear and free of impurities before information:-  
making the connection. If this  
precaution is not taken, the water Standpipe:  
inlet could get blocked, causing Ensurethatthehoseisnotpushed  
should be routed, such that it is  
raised to a minimum height of  
800mm(31/2”).  
Levelling.  
Once the appliance is positioned,  
adjustthefeetbyscrewingthemin  
or out depending on how high you  
want it and to level it so that it is  
horizontal. Make sure that it is not  
inclinedmorethan2degrees. Ifthe  
applianceislevel, itwill helpensure  
itscorrectoperation.  
damagetoyourdishwasher.  
toofardownthestandpipe.  
Iftheendofyourdrainhoseisfitted  
withretainingflaps’,ensuretheyare  
insertedfullyintothestandpipe. This  
will prevent the pipe from jumping  
outduringinstallationanduse.  
NOTE: Ensure the sink outlet  
pipe has a minimum diamtere of  
32mm.  
HeightAdjustment  
A
Insert the appliance into the cutout  
andthenadjusttheheightusingthe  
screwslocatedonthefrontbottom  
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.  
Fig.2  
DO NOT position the standpipe  
near an electrical outlet.  
ENSUREthatthedrainhoseisnot  
kinked and it is routed as shown in  
thediagram.  
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  
GREYdrainagehose.  
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.  
Adjusting the back Feet  
Insert the appliance into the cutout  
andthenadjusttheheightusingthe  
screwslocatedonthefrontbottom  
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.  
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  
householdsink.  
It MUST NOT be connected to a  
surfacewaterdrain.  
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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Getting to know your Dishwasher  
G
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E. Upperbasket  
F
J. Salt container cap  
F. Top spray arm  
K. Washingfilter  
G. Basketheight adjuster  
H
J
L. Detergent and rinse aid  
H. Lowerbasket  
dispenser  
I. Bottom spray arm  
K
I
L
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  
pressed,one of the cycle  
indicator lights “M” will come on  
in sequence.  
S
M
B
A
P
M.Cycle indicator light  
Thislightinformsyouwhichcycle  
you have selected or the one in  
progress.  
S. Low salt indicator light  
This light warns you that it is time  
to add more salt.  
This dishwasher conforms to  
thefollowingEuropean  
Technical Characteristics  
CommunityDirectives:  
7HFKQLFDOꢀFKDUDFWHULVWLFV  
73/23/EECof  
Width  
cm. 44,5  
cm. 57  
19/02/73(LowVoltage)  
andsubsequent  
modifications;  
Depth  
Height  
Capacity  
cm. 82÷90  
89/336/EECof  
9 standard place settings  
03/05/89(Electromagnetic  
Compatibility)and  
subsequentmodifications;  
97/17/CE  
Mains water pressure  
Power voltage  
Total absorber power  
Fuse  
4,3 psi -145 psi -30 KPa÷ 1MPa (0,3 ÷10 bar)  
See data plate  
See data plate  
See data plate  
(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.  
Modifying a wash cycle in  
progress.  
Ifyouhavechosenthewrongcycle  
- 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  
approximately5seconds, untilyou  
hear 3 short beeps. Indicator light  
"M" will come off and at this point,  
all the settings will have been can-  
celled. You are now free to re-set  
the correct wash cycle.  
- Close the door securely.  
-Afterperformingalltheoperations  
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.  
You've left out a dish?  
Interruptthewashcyclebyopening  
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  
startupfromwhereyouinterrupted  
it.  
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’).  
Closethedoorandafterafewsec-  
onds, you will hear a short beep:  
the wash cycle has begun.  
Cycle end  
The end of the wash cycle is indi-  
catedbyadoublebeepandtheflash-  
ing of the wash cycle indicator light  
"M".  
Open the dishwasher door, press  
the ON-OFF button cutting off the  
electricitysupplytotheappliance.  
Turn off the water tap.  
Wait a few minutes before unload-  
ing the dishes: they are very hot! If  
youwaitalittlewhile, theydrybetter  
due tothesteam.  
Empty the lower rack first.  
There's been a power  
failure or you opened the  
dishwasher door  
The wash cycle stops and then  
restartswhentheelectricitycomes  
backonorwhenyouclosethedoor.  
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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:  
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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.  
Very dirty dishes and pans  
(not to be used for  
delicate items)  
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Extended wash at 60°C.  
Cold Rinse  
Rinse with hot water at 70°C.  
Drying.  
Cycle for normally dirty  
pans and dishes. Standard  
daily cycle.  
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Environmentally-friendly  
cycle, with low energy  
consumption levels,  
suitable for normally dirty  
pans and dishes.  
2 Cold pre-washes  
Extended wash at 50°C  
Hot rinse at 65°C  
Drying  
Economic and fast cycle to  
be used for slightly dirty  
dishes. Run cycle  
Short wash at 47°C  
Hot rinse at 65°C  
Drying  
immediately after use.  
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Preliminary wash cycle for  
dishes while awaiting  
completion of the load  
with the dishes from the  
next meal.  
Short cold wash to prevent food  
from drying onto the dishes  
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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.  
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Topreventrustfromforming,  
loadthesaltjustbefore  
beginningawashcycle.  
Before Using your Dishwasher  
Adjusting the water softener.  
Your dishwasher can adjust its salt  
consumptionaccordingtothehard-  
ness of the water in your home.  
This way, you can optimise and  
customise your dishwasher's salt  
consumption.  
Water Hardness  
Salt  
Autono-  
consu-  
Clarke  
Selector  
position  
my  
°fH  
mmol/l  
mption  
(grams/-  
cycle)  
degrees  
(cycles\2-  
kg)  
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.  
0 - 14  
0 - 17  
0 -1,7  
/
0
/
14 - 36 18 - 44 1,8 - 4,4  
36 - 71 45 - 89 4,5 - 8,9  
"-"  
20  
40  
60  
60  
40  
25  
MED  
"+"  
>71  
>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, firstfillthecontainerupwith  
water (you won't have to do this  
againnexttime)  
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.  
3. Putthedishwasherfunnelonthe  
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.  
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Before Using your Dishwasher  
B
C
D
The detergent  
Use the right amount of  
detergent (see programme  
chart).  
Store your detergent and rinse  
aid in a cool, dry place, safely  
awayfromchildren.  
Addingdetergent  
ToopenlidA, pressbuttonB.  
Thedetergentshouldbeputintothe  
twocontainersCandD.  
If using a tablet, put it in container  
"D".  
24 gr  
.
3 gr.  
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  
thedispenser. Removetheexcess.  
A
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.  
Itisimportanttousedetergentspeciallydesignedfordomesticdishwashers. (Alwaysfollowthemanufacturers  
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.  
*If you live in an area particularly  
SofterWater:  
prone to very hard water ( 35  
Glist and Hotpoint recommend  
that you continue to keep your  
dishwasher salt topped up.  
°f)  
Built in salt action softens water, helping to prevent the build up of limescale in the dishwasher and improve the  
cleaning result*.  
CleanerDishes:  
WithuniqueactiveenzymesinthecleaningphaseGlist3in1 breaksdowneventhehardtoshiftfoodstuffsand  
grease, leaving the dishes spotless and the dishwasher clean too.  
SparklingResults:  
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  
moreasitimprovestheirdrying.The  
rinseaidcontainerissituatedonthe  
inside of the appliance door, you  
shouldrefillitwhenlight “Dindicates  
thatitisempty.  
- The amount of rinse aid  
needs to be increased if the  
dishes appear dull or you can  
see circular stains.  
F
C
(If your dishwasher is fitted with a  
“low rinse aid” indicator light, fill the  
containerupwhentheindicatorlight  
flashesorlightsup).  
- The amount of rinse aid  
needs to be reduced if the  
dishes are sticky or you can  
see white streaks.  
D
Filling the rinse aid container.  
To open the dispenser, turn cap C  
anticlockwise. Takecarewhenyou  
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  
whichyouwillfindunderlidC.  
Youcanchoosefromsixdifferentpositions.  
It is normally set to 4.  
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Loading your Dishwasher  
What goes into the upper  
basket?  
Load examples  
First of all.  
Beforeplacingdishesinthebaskets,  
removeallcoursefoodremains.This  
avoids blocking the filter, which  
would reduce the efficiency of the  
wash.  
If saucepans and frying pans are  
verydirty,allowthemtosoakbefore  
beingwashed.  
upperbasket  
upperbasket  
Place delicate and lightweight  
dishesintheupperbasket:glasses,  
tea cups and coffee cups, saucers  
and plates - shallow salad bowls,  
slightly dirty frying pans and  
shallow pans.  
Position lightweight dishes in such  
aswayastoavoidtheirbeingmoved  
by the spray of water.  
Tomakeiteasiertoloadyourdishes,  
pullthebasketsout.  
How to adjust the upper  
basket.  
Theupperbasketcanbesetinhigh  
or low position to enable you to  
organiseyourdisheseffortlessly.  
What goes into the lower  
basket?  
lowerbasket  
lowerbasket  
Werecommendyouplacethemost  
difficultdishestowashintothelower  
basket: saucepans, lids, soup  
dishes and plates (a load example  
isshowninthephoto).  
Servingdishesandlargelids:  
place them on the sides of the  
basket.  
1
2
Saucepans,saladbowls:must  
alwaysbeplacedupsidedown  
Very deep dishes: placethem  
obliquely, thusallowingwaterto  
run down them and cleaning  
thembetter  
3
Fig.F  
4
Thecutlerybasket  
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".  
Knives and utensils with sharp  
bladesortipsshouldbepositioned  
with the sharp parts at the bottom.  
Position all cutlery items so that  
theydon'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).  
Itisbestifyouplacelongerutensils  
horizontallyatthefrontoftheupper  
basket.  
Afterloadingthedishes, remember  
to check that the spray arms can  
turnfreelywithouthittingagainstany  
dishes.  
What can I Wash  
Items not suitable for the dishwasher:  
Cutleryandtablewaremadefromwoodorpartwood-Theymaybecomefadedandunsightlyinappearance.  
Avoidwashinghornhandledandbronzecutleryinthemachine.  
Delicate/decorative glassware and vases, special antique or irreplaceable china - the decorative patterns  
printedontheseitemswillnotbedishwasherproof.  
Plastic objects that are not resistant to hot water.  
CopperandPewterutensils. AluminiumandSliverobjects.  
Some types of glass can become opaque in appearance after they have been washed too many times in a  
dishwasher.  
Highlyabsorbentmaterialssuchasspongesandtowelsshouldneverbeplacedinadishwasher.  
If in any doubt, check with the manufacturer on items suitability for dishwasher’s.  
Fig. A  
WARNING:Dishesorcutlerysoiledwithtobaccoash, wax, lubricatinggreaseorpaintshouldnotbeput  
inthedishwasher.  
Ourrecommendation:Infuture,onlypurchasetableorkitchenwarethathasbeenconfirmed-dishwasherproof.  
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D ISHWASHER  
Care and Cleaning  
DONOTusesolventsorabrasives  
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.  
Ifthereareanystainsonthesurface  
oftheapplianceinterior, useacloth  
dampened with water and a little  
whitevinegar, oracleaningproduct  
specificallymadefordishwashers.  
Unplug the appliance.  
Beforecarryingoutanycleaningor  
maintenance on the dishwasher,  
always remove the plug from the  
electricity socket.  
Goingaway  
Cleaning the spray arms.  
Food residue may become  
encrustedontothesprayarmsand  
blocktheholeswherewatercomes  
out. Checkthesprayarmsregularly  
and clean them once in a while.  
Ifthedishwasherisnotgoingtobe  
usedforsometime, carryoutthe  
following:  
run a cycle with the dishwasher  
empty.  
switchoffattheelectricalsocket  
andunplug.  
turn off the water supply tap,  
disconnect the inlet hose and  
allowtodrain.  
filltherinseaiddispenser.  
leavethedoorajar,topreventthe  
buildupofunpleasantodours  
insidethedishwasher.  
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  
betrappedinside.  
The filter assembly  
• Ifyouwantconsistentgoodresults  
fromyourdishwasher, youneedto  
clean the filter assembly.  
• Remove the larger food particles  
trapped inside the cup “C” and the  
semi-circular filter A after each  
wash;pullthecuphandleupwards  
to remove them. Just rinse them  
underrunningwater.  
• 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.  
Before using the dishwasher after  
alongbreak, pluginandswitchon  
attheelectricalsocket. Reconnect  
theinlethoseandturnonthewater  
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.  
Cleaning the Water Inlet  
Filter  
Periodically clean the water inlet  
filter (see figure 2 under  
"Installation") located on the outlet  
ofthewatersupplytap.Afterturning  
off the water tap, unscrew the end  
of the water supply hose, remove  
thefilterandcleanitcarefullyunder  
runningwater. Then, returnthefilter  
to its place and tighten the water  
supply hose back into position.  
Disconnectingthedishwasher.  
When disconnecting the  
dishwasheritisimportantthattasks  
are carried out in the correct  
sequence.  
switchoffatthemainsandremove  
the plug from the socket.  
• turn off the water supply.  
• disconnect drain and water inlet  
hose.  
Theseals.  
One of the factors that cause  
unpleasant odours to form inside  
thedishwasherisfoodthatremains  
trapped in the seals. Periodic  
cleaning using a damp sponge will  
prevent this from occurring.  
1
A
B
2
pulloutthedishwasher, carefully,  
withdrawinghosesatthesame  
time.  
C
Movingtheappliance.  
Drain water from the dishwasher.  
Secure all loose parts. Only  
transport in an upright position.  
Ifnotkeptuprightduringtransport,  
anywaterremaininginsidemay  
seepintothecontrolmoduleand  
cause subsequent errors with  
programmefunctions.  
Reassemble the filter parts (as  
shown in the figure) and reinsert  
the whole assembly into the  
dishwasher. Position it into its  
housingandpressdownwards.  
The dishwasher is not to be used  
without filters. Improper  
replacement of the filters may re-  
ducetheefficiencyofthewashand  
evendamageyourdishwasher.  
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D ISHWASHER  
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 only does this save costs but it also means the appliance is available for use again  
that much sooner. The following list of common occurences and their remedies should help you identify the causes of  
most problems.  
If the dishwasher won't  
start, check...  
Isthedishwasherpluggedinat  
the electricity socket and  
switchedon?  
Isthereapowerfailure, check  
otherappliances.  
Checkthefuse.  
Is the water supply tap turned  
on?  
Isthewaterinlethoseconnected  
properly?  
Is the pressure of the water  
supplysufficient?  
If the dishes fail to dry or  
remain dirty, check...  
thereisrinseaidinsidetherinse  
aidcontainer.  
therinseaiddispensersettingis  
correct.  
the detergent being used is of  
goodqualityandhasnotlostits  
effectiveness (for example,  
throughincorrectstorage, with  
theboxleftopen).  
turn it back on. Repeat the  
programming operations and the  
selected wash cycle will start up  
again.  
Error messages  
Your dishwasher is equipped with  
a safety system which is able to  
detectoperatingfaults.  
Thesefaultsarereportedbyoneor  
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.  
Waterloadsolenoidvalve  
malfunctionalarm.  
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 the dishes show signs of  
streaking, staining etc.  
check...  
Tap off alarm  
Ifyouhaveforgottentoturnthewa-  
ter tap on, your appliance will re-  
mind you of this by sounding a few  
shortbeepsforafewminutes. Turn  
the tap on and your appliance will  
start up again after a few minutes.  
Wereyoutobeabsentwhenthese  
beeps are sounded, the appliance  
will be blocked automatically and  
cycle 3 and 4 indicator lights (eco  
and rapid&dry cycle) will flash rap-  
idly. Turn the appliance off at the  
ON-OFF button, turn on the water  
tapandwaitapproximately20sec-  
onds before turning the appliance  
back on.  
Istheinlethosekinked?  
Isthefilteronthewatersupply  
hoseblocked?  
Isthedishwasherdoornotclosed  
properly?  
therinseaiddispensersettingis  
notsettoohigh.  
If after all the checks, the appli-  
ance still does not operate or the  
problem persists, call Hotpoint  
Service (see KEY CONTACTS,  
backpage)andinformthemof:  
- the type of problem  
- the abbreviation of the model  
name(Mod.)andtherelativenum-  
bers(S/N)writtenontheratingplate  
located on the inner edge of the  
door.  
If there are visible traces  
of rust inside the tank,  
check...  
thecapoffthesaltcontaineris  
securely closed and that the  
watersoftnersettingiscorrect.  
thecorrectamountofdetergent  
isbeingused.Certaindetergents  
can be more corrosive than  
others.  
the tank is made of steel and  
thereforeanyrustmarksaredue  
toexternalelements(fragments  
ofrustfromthetankpipes,pots,  
cutleryetc.)Specialproductsare  
commerciallyavailabletoremove  
suchmarks.  
If water remains inside the  
dishwasher, check...  
thedrainhoseisnotkinked.  
the drain syphon is not  
obstructed.  
the dishwasher filters are not  
clogged.  
If the dishes are not being  
cleaned properly, check...  
thecorrectamountofdetergent  
hasbeenadded.  
thereisregeneratingsaltinthe  
saltcontainer.  
the dishes have been loaded  
correctly.  
the selected programme is  
suitableforthetypeofdishesand  
thedegreeofsoiling.  
allfiltersarecleanandpositioned  
correctly.  
the spray arm nozzles are not  
obstructed.  
thereisnothingobstructingthe  
rotationofthesprayarms.  
Switch off at the mains  
socket and remove the plug.  
Turn off the water supply.  
Re-select the wash cycle and the  
appliance will start up again.  
Cloggedfilteralarm  
If the appliance is blocked and  
indicator lights 2 (Normal) and 4  
(Rapid & dry) flash rapidly, this  
meansthefilterisclogged bylarge  
particles of food residue. Turn the  
appliance off, clean the filter  
thoroughly and reposition it in its  
seatasillustratedonpage12. Then  
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D ISHWASHER  
INFORMATION FOR TEST LABS  
Load for 9 Standard Settings tests (upper rack at lower position)  
lower basket  
upper basket  
1
1
1
6
8
1
D
A
4
C
9
3
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2
h
h
k
e
g
B
9
C
f
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g
6
3
1
3
L o w e r b a s k e t  
U p p e r b a s k e t  
Typ e  
Ite m  
D ia m e te r Vo lu m  
(a p p rox im a te ly)  
Ty p e  
Ite m  
D ia m e te r/Vo lu m  
(a p p roxim a te ly )  
so u p e p la te  
d in n e r p la te  
2 3 c m .  
2 6 c m .  
cu p  
0 ,2 0 l.  
1 9 c m .  
A
B
e
f
s e rv in g  
b ow l  
d e ss e rt  
p la te  
1 9 cm .  
g la ss  
2 5 0 m l.  
C
g
ova l p la tte r  
3 5 cm .  
1 4 cm .  
s a u ce r  
1 4 c m .  
1 3 c m .  
D
h
h
k
s e rv in g  
b ow l  
s a u c e r  
s e rv in g  
b ow l  
1 6 c m .  
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Loading the Rinse Aid  
Loading the detergent  
Theamountofrinseaidusedforeachcyclecanberegulatedbyturning  
thedoseadjusterFwhichyouwillfindunderlidC’.Thereare6different  
settings; the normal dosage is setting 5.  
The cleaning detergent should be introduced into the two containers  
“Comp.2” and “Comp.3 (see table at the end of the page).  
D
Comp.2  
Comp.3  
F
8
7
2
5
3
1
6
4
3
6
5 5  
4
5
7
2
If the cutlery basket  
isequippedwithtwo  
removable grids:  
insertthecutleryone  
byoneintotheslots,  
with the handles at  
the bottom. Position  
them so that they  
don'ttouch.  
2
2
2
2
2
4
4
3
5
5
3
4
3
3
3
C
1
1
4
2
2
5
1
1
1
3
4
3
4
3
4
1
4
8
1
1
7
5
Total detergent  
Comp.2  
Comp.3  
Cycle  
1
5
5
2
27 gr.  
EN 50242  
IEC/ DIN  
24  
27  
Eco  
3
door side  
Eco+extra dry  
27 gr.  
*
Press the “extra dry” button, if existing.  
*
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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  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance  
Available 364 days a year with a fast, effective and value for money service. We have the largest  
white goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers. All repairs  
include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair.  
If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance, our operators are on  
hand with help and advice.  
All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible.  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
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  
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  
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).  
Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the  
appliance rating plate.  
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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  
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 1200 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)  
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)  
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)  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
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