Hotpoint FDW80 manual Care and Cleaning, Filter assembly, Seals, Going away

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Care and Cleaning

Unplug the appliance.

Beforecarryingoutanycleaningor maintenance on the dishwasher, always remove the plug from the electricitysocket.

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, moistureandbadodourswillnotbe trappedinside.

The filter assembly

Ifyouwantconsistentgoodresults fromyourdishwasher,youneedto cleanthefilterassembly.

Removethelargerfoodparticles trappedinsidethecup“C”andthe semi-circular filter A after each wash;pullthecuphandleupwards to remove them. Just rinse them underrunningwater.

Theentirefilterassemblyshould becleanedthoroughlyonceamonth: cup C + semi-circular filter A + cylindrical filter B. Rotate filter “B” anticlockwisetoremoveit.

For cleaning, use a non metallic brush.

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B 2 A

C

Reassemble the filter parts (as showninthefigure)andreinsertthe whole assembly into the dishwasher. Position it into its housingandpressdownwards.

The dishwasher is not to be used withoutfilters.Improperreplacement of the filters may reduce the efficiency of the wash and even damageyourdishwasher.

Cleaning the spray arms.

Food residue may become encrustedontothesprayarmsand blocktheholeswherewatercomes out.Checkthesprayarmsregularly andcleanthemonceinawhile.

Cleaning the Water Inlet Filter

Periodicallycleanthewaterinletfilter (see figure 2 under "Installation") located on the outlet of the water supplytap.Afterturningoffthewater tap, unscrew the end of the water supplyhose,removethefilterand cleanitcarefullyunderrunningwater. Then,returnthefiltertoitsplaceand tightenthewatersupplyhoseback intoposition.

The seals.

One of the factors that cause unpleasantodourstoforminsidethe dishwasher is food that remains trapped in the seals. Periodic cleaningusingadampspongewill preventthisfromoccurring.

DO NOT use solvents or abrasivestocleantheexteriorand rubberpartsofyourappliance,do not use solvents or abrasive cleaning products. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm soapy wateronly.

Ifthereareanystainsonthesurface oftheapplianceinterior,useacloth dampened with water and a little whitevinegar,oracleaningproduct specificallymadefordishwashers.

Going away

Ifthedishwasherisnotgoingtobe 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 allowtodrain.

filltherinseaiddispenser.

leavethedoorajar,topreventthe build up of unpleasant odours insidethedishwasher.

Beforeusingthedishwasheraftera longbreak,pluginandswitchonat theelectricalsocket.Reconnectthe inlet hose and turn on the water supply tap. Check there are no deposits of rust inside the water pipe,ifthereareallowwatertorun from the supply tap for a few minutes.

Disconnecting the dishwasher. Whendisconnectingthedishwasher itisimportantthattasksarecarried outinthecorrectsequence.

switchoffatthemainsandremove theplugfromthesocket.

turnoffthewatersupply.

disconnect drain and water inlet hose.

pulloutthedishwasher,carefully, withdrawinghosesatthesame

time.

Moving the appliance. Drainwater fromthedishwasher. Secure all loose parts. Only transportinanuprightposition.

Ifnotkeptuprightduringtransport, anywaterremaininginsidemay seepintothecontrolmoduleand cause subsequent errors with programmefunctions.

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Contents Instructions for Installation and Use Troubleshooting insideIshwasher Contents Electrical Connection If your family includes childrenFor your Safety Mains plug must be easily accessible after installationInstallation Levelling600 Rinse aid Before Using your DishwasherDetergent Screw the cap back in place carefully To the + settingWhen to add salt Filling the salt containerLoading your Dishwasher 97/17/CE Labelling Getting to know your DishwasherControls How to use your Dishwasher Programme Chart ‘Aquasensor’ wash cyclesSeals Care and CleaningFilter assembly Going awayTroubleshooting Cause/How to resolve…END flashing In Display Cause/How to resolve…Messages In The Display AlternativelyStep Fault Area Issue Cause/How to resolve…Messages In The Display Demo Lit in Display AL05 in DisplayInstructions below Fault Area IssueTo adjust the upper basket position, follow To add rinse aid to your wash follow instructions below Follow instructions below on how to select Extra DryPoor Drying Results CapWhich must be removed General Poor Drying Results Dishwasher Will Not DrainWhich must be cut off Loading the detergent Comp.2 and Comp.3 see table at the end Loading the Rinse AidExtended Warranties Repair Service and Information Help DeskGenuine Parts and AccessoriesUK 08709 077 Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back Guarantee terms and conditionsMay 2004 Repair Service and Information DeskGenuine Parts and Accessories