User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB8921

[. . . ] That the dishwasher is level on the ground. It is worth it: for the longer life span and the correct operation of your dishwasher. D ISHWASHER This manual gives a full explanation of your new dishwasher. In addition, you will find a world of useful hints and handy tips to help you get a better wash from your dishwasher and to ensure it gives long lasting service. 7. 9) Before calling the engineer, have a look here: a lot of problems can have an immediate solution. [. . . ] It is normally set to 2. Proper dosage of the rinse aid improves drying. If drops of water remain on the dishes or spotting occurs, turn the dosage adjuster to a higher setting. If, on the other hand, the dishes have white streaks, then turn the dosage adjuster down to a lower setting. Warning Three-in-one dishwasher tablets are now available on the market, and combine the detergent, salt and rinse aid all in one. If the water in your area is hard or very hard, we still recommend you pour extra salt into the relevant dispenser to prevent the formation of white streaks on your dishes or on the appliance interior. In any case, please read the manufacturer's instructions provided on the packet. The salt container is situated underneath the lower rack, fill it up as follows: 1. Pull out the lower rack completely, unscrew and remove the container cap 2. 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. Screw the cap back in place carefully. The salt container should be filled up when the low salt indicator light "S" flashes. Once you have loaded the salt for the first time, it is normal that the low salt indicator light stays on or flashes for about 5 consecutive cycles. Salt adjustment Water Hardness Salt consumption (grams/cycle) 0 20 40 60 Autonomy (cycles\2kg) / 60 40 25 Clarke degrees °fH mmol/l Selector position 0 - 14 14 - 36 36 - 71 >71 0 - 17 18 - 44 0 -1, 7 1, 8 - 4, 4 / "-" MED "+" Your dishwasher can adjust its salt consumption according to the hardness of the water in your home. If this precaution is not taken, there is a risk that the water inlet can get blocked and damage the appliance. Fit the drain pipe into a drain line with a minimum diameter of 4 cm or place it over the sink. Use the special plastic elbow provided (see figure) to position it in the best possible way. The part of the pipe marked with the letter A should be between 40 and 100 cm above the ground. The pipe should not be immersed in water. Your dishwasher has arrived Installation and moving Electrical connection. First of all, check that the mains voltage and frequency values correspond to those stated on the rating plate located on the stainless steel inner door of the appliance and that the electrical system to which the dishwasher is connected is sized for the maximum current indicated on said rating plate. Only now can you plug the appliance into a socket provided with an efficient earth connection (the system's earthing is a guarantee of safety provided for by law, make sure your system has it). Check the mains cable wire on a regular basis; if it is damaged, we recommend you have it replaced by an authorised technical Assistance service centre. Anti-flood protection Your dishwasher is provided with a special system which blocks the water supply in the event of leaks inside the appliance. A The special plastic elbow should be fastened firmly onto the wall to prevent the drain hose from moving and allowing water to spill outside the drain. If the power socket to which the appliance is connected is not compatible with the plug, replace it with a suitable plug rather than using adapters or multiple plugs as these could cause overheating or burns. 8 HOTPOINT DISHWASHER - Instructions for installation and use Electrical Connection Electrical Connection If your appliance is supplied with a 13 amp. fused plug it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use. Before using the appliance please read the instruction below. Disposing of the plug: Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you make the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally inserted into a socket. [. . . ] 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 on holiday?When you go away for an extended period of time, we recommend you do the following: run a cycle with the dishwasher empty turn off the water inlet tap. leave the appliance door ajar This will help the seals last longer and prevent unpleasant odours from forming inside the appliance. [. . . ]