Hotpoint FDM550PR manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Whenever the appliance fails to work, check for a solution from the following list before calling for Assistance

(see After Sales Service).

 

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Problem:

Possible causes / Solutions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

The dishwasher does not start

• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, switch it back on after

 

 

or cannot be controlled

approximately one minute and reset the program.

 

 

 

• The appliance has not been plugged in properly.

 

 

 

• The dishwasher door has not been shut properly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The door won’t close

• The lock was released. Strongly push the door until a “clacking” noise is heard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

No water drains out from the

• The dishwasher cycle has not yet finished.

 

 

dishwasher.

• The water inlet hose is bent (see Installation).

 

 

 

• The drain duct is blocked.

 

 

 

• The filter is clogged up with food residues.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The dishwasher makes

• The dishes are rattling against each other or against the sprayer arms.

 

 

excessive noise.

• An excessive amount of foam has been produced: the detergent has not been

 

 

 

measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use in dishwashers (see Start-up

 

 

 

and use).

 

 

 

 

 

 

The dishes and glasses are

• The level of the refined salt is low or the dosage setting is not suited to the

 

 

covered in a white film or

hardness of the water (see Rinse aid and salt).

 

 

limescale deposits.

• The lid on the salt dispenser is not closed properly.

 

 

 

• The rinse aid has been used up or the dosage is too low.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The dishes and glasses are

• The rinse aid dosage is too high.

 

 

streaked or have a bluish tinge.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The crockery has not been

• A wash cycle without a drying program has been selected.

 

 

dried properly.

• The rinse aid has been used up or the dosage is too low (see Rinse aid and salt).

 

 

 

• The rinse aid dispenser setting is not suitable.

 

 

 

• The crockery is made from non-stick material or plastic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The dishes are not clean.

• The racks are overloaded (see Loading the racks).

 

 

 

• The crockery has not been arranged well.

 

 

 

• The sprayer arms cannot move freely.

 

 

 

• The wash cycle is too gentle (see Wash cycles).

 

 

 

• An excessive amount of foam has been produced: the detergent has not been

 

 

 

measured out correctly or it is not suitable for use in dishwashers (see Start-up

 

 

 

and use).

 

 

 

• The lid on the rinse aid compartment has not been shut correctly.

 

 

 

• The filter is dirty or blocked (see Care and maintenance).

 

 

 

• The refined salt level is low (see Rinse aid and salt).

 

 

 

 

 

 

The dishwasher does not take

• There is no water in the mains supply.

 

 

any water in/Tap shut-off alarm

• The water inlet hose is bent (see Installation).

 

 

 

• Turn on the tap and the appliance will start after a few minutes.

 

 

(the Drying and End indicator

• The appliance is locked because no action was taken when the indicator lights

 

 

lights flashes).

were flashing. Switch off the machine using the ON/OFF button, turn on the tap

 

 

 

and switch the machine back on after 20 seconds by pressing the same button.

 

 

 

Re-programme the machine and restart the wash cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water inlet hose alarm/Water

• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button. Shut off the water tap to

 

 

inlet filter blocked.

eliminate the risk of flooding and remove the plug from the electrical socket. Make

 

 

(the Washing, Drying and End

sure the water inlet filter has not become blocked by various impurities. (see “Care

 

 

indicator lights flashes).

and maintenance” chapter).

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Instruction booklet Advice regarding the first wash cycle InstallationPositioning and levelling 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 Lower rack Loading the racksCutlery basket Upper rackStarting the dishwasher Start-up and useMeasuring out the detergent Adding extra crockeryDetergent Wash Wash cycle Wash cycle selection Wash cyclesInstructions Liquid Tablets Include ±10%Setting the water hardness Adjusting the amount of rinse aidRinse aid and refined salt Measuring out the rinse aidCare and maintenance General safety Precautions and adviceSaving energy and respecting the environment Disposal of old electrical appliancesTroubleshooting Parts and Accessories After Sales ServiceEssential Contact Information Appliance RegistrationMonths Parts and Labour Guarantee GuaranteeYear Parts Guarantee Extended Guarantees195088086.01

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