Hotpoint FDM550PR manual Rinse aid and refined salt, Measuring out the rinse aid

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Rinse aid and refined salt

Only use products which have been EN specifically designed for dishwashers.

Do not use table salt or industrial salt, or washing up liquid.

Follow the instructions given on the packaging.

If using a multi-functional product it is not necessary to add rinse aid; however, we recommend that you add salt, especially if you live in an area where the water is hard or very hard. Follow the instructions given on the packaging.

If you do not add salt or rinse aid, the LOW SALT* and LOW RINSE AID* indicator lights remain lit.

Measuring out the rinse aid

Rinse aid makes it easier for the crockery to dry, as water runs off surfaces more readily and therefore does not leave streaks or marks.

The rinse aid dispenser should be filled:

When the LOW RINSE AID* indicator light on the control panel is illuminated;

1.Open the dispenser by

lights will flash. It is now possible to select the water hardness level. There is a water hardness level for every wash cycle: E.g.: wash cycle 1, water hardness level 1

wash cycle 2, water hardness level 2, etc. etc., up to a maximum of five levels.

(The default water softener setting is level 3).

-To exit the function, wait approximately few seconds or press another option* button, or switch off the machine using the ON/

OFF button.

Even if using multi-functional tablets, the salt dispenser should still be filled.

Water Hardness Table

°dH

 

 

°fH

mmol/l

level

0

 

6

0

10

0

1

1

6

 

11

11

20

1.1

2

2

12

 

17

21

30

2.1

3

3

17

 

34

31

60

3.1

6

4

34

 

50

61

90

6.1

9

5*

For values between 0°f and 10°f, we do not recommend the use of salt.

*this setting may cause a slight increase in the duration of the cycle.

(°dH = hardness measured in German degrees - °f =

H

turning the lid (G) in an anticlockwise direction.

2. Pour in the rinse aid, making sure it does not overflow from the dispenser. If this happens,

hardness measured in French degrees - mmol/l = millimoles per litre)

Measuring out the refined salt

Fclean the spill immediately with a

G

dry cloth.

3. Screw the lid back on.

 

 

NEVER pour the rinse aid

directly into the appliance tub.

Adjusting the amount of rinse aid

If you are not completely satisfied with the drying results, you may adjust the quantity of rinse aid used. Use a screwdriver to turn the dosage adjuster (F) to one of the 6 pre-set positions (the default position is set to 4):

If there are streaks on the crockery, set the adjustment device to a lower number (1-3).

If drops of water remain on the crockery or if there are limescale marks present after the cycle has finished, set the adjuster to a higher number (4-6).

Setting the water hardness

Every dishwasher is equipped with a water softener which, by using refined salt designed especially for this type of appliance, supplies water without limescale which is then used to wash the crockery.

This dishwasher offers a setting which helps to reduce pollution and optimises washing performance in accordance with the water hardness level in your area. This information can be obtained from the organisation which supplies your household with water.

-Switch the machine off using the ON/OFF button and open the door.

-Set the SELECT WASH CYCLE knob first to wash cycle 5, then to wash cycle 1, then to wash cycle 5 again.

-Press the ON/OFF button; the wash cycle phase indicator

In order to achieve the best possible results using a wash cycle, make sure that the dispenser is never empty. Refined salt removes limescale from the water, thus avoiding the formation of deposits on crockery.

The salt dispenser is located in the lower part of the dishwasher (see Description) and should be filled:

When the green float* cannot be seen by simply looking at the cap of the salt dispenser.

When the LOW SALT* indicator light on the control panel is illuminated;

1.Remove the lower rack and unscrew the container cap (anticlockwise).

2.The first time you do this: fill the water tank right up to its edge.

3.Position the funnel* (see figure) and fill

the salt container right up to its edge (this should hold approximately 1 kg); it is not unusual for a little water to leak

out.

4. Remove the funnel* and wipe any salt residue away from the opening; rinse the cap under running water and then screw it on, the head facing downwards so as to let the water

flow out of the four cracks which are arranged in a star shape on the lower part of the cap. (Salt cap with green float*)

It is advisable to perform this procedure every time you add salt to the container.

Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly, so that no detergent can get into the container during the wash cycle (this could damage the water softener beyond repair).

When necessary, measure out the salt before a wash cycle so that any saline solution which has leaked out of the salt dispenser is removed.

*Only available in selected models.

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Contents Instruction booklet Positioning and levelling InstallationAdvice regarding the first wash cycle Anti-condensation stripElectrical Connection Connecting the water inlet hose Connecting the water suppliesSink Waste System Anti-flooding protection Overall view Description of the applianceControl panel Cutlery basket Loading the racksLower rack Upper rackMeasuring out the detergent Start-up and useStarting the dishwasher Adding extra crockeryInstructions Wash cyclesDetergent Wash Wash cycle Wash cycle selection Liquid Tablets Include ±10%Rinse aid and refined salt Adjusting the amount of rinse aidSetting the water hardness Measuring out the rinse aidCare and maintenance Saving energy and respecting the environment Precautions and adviceGeneral safety Disposal of old electrical appliancesTroubleshooting Essential Contact Information After Sales ServiceParts and Accessories Appliance RegistrationYear Parts Guarantee GuaranteeMonths Parts and Labour Guarantee Extended Guarantees195088086.01

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