Instruction booklet DISHWASHER Contents EN English, 1 Installation, 2-5 Positioning and levelling Technical data Electrical connection Connecting the water supply Description of the appliance, 6 Overall view Control panel Loading the racks, 7 Lower rack Cutlery basket Upper rack Start-up and use, 8-9 FDM 550 FDL 570 Starting the dishwasher Loading the detergent Washing options Wash cycles, 10 Wash cycle table Rinse aid and refined salt, 11 Loading the rinse aid Loading the refined salt Care a
Installation EN Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. If the appliance is sold, given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it. Please read this instruction manual carefully: it contains important information regarding the safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
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.
EN Connecting the water supplies Connection to the water and electricity supplies should only be performed by a qualified technician. The dishwasher should not stand on top of the water hoses or the electricity supply cable. Ensure that the new hose supplied is connected and the old hose is disposed of safely. Ensure the fill hose is only fitted to the cold water supply. DO NOT overtighten the hose connector, hand tight is sufficient. Ensure the fill hose is not kinked.
Sink Waste System Anti-flooding protection* For under sink drainage: To ensure floods do not occur, the dishwasher: - is provided with a special system which blocks the water supply in the event of anomalies or leaks from inside the appliance.
Description of the appliance EN Overall view 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Upper rack Upper sprayer arm Tip-up compartments Rack height adjuster Lower rack Lower sprayer arm Cutlery basket Washing filter Salt dispenser Detergent and rinse aid dispensers Data plate Control panel*** Control panel ON/OFF indicator light * Low salt indicator light * Half load button and indicator light * Delayed start button and indicator light * Washing and 3h. Delayed start indicator light * Drying and 6h.
Loading the racks Before loading the racks, remove all food residues from the crockery and empty liquids from glasses and cups. After loading the appliance, check that the sprayer arms can rotate freely. Lower rack Adjusting the height of the upper rack The height of the upper rack should ideally be adjusted WHEN THE RACK IS EMPTY. The lower rack can hold pans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery, etc. as seen in the Loading examples.
Start-up and use EN Starting the dishwasher 1. Turn the water tap on. 2. Press the ON/OFF button: all the indicator lights on the control panel will light up for a few seconds. 3. Open the door and pour in a suitable amount of detergent (see below). 4. Load the racks (see Loading the racks) and shut the door. 5. Select the wash cycle by turning the WASH CYCLE SELECT knob in a clockwise direction: align the notch on the knob with the number or symbol representing the desired wash cycle.
Half load* If there are not many dishes to be washed, a half load cycle may be used in order to save water, electricity and detergent. Select the wash cycle and press the HALF LOAD button: the indicator light will illuminate. Remember to halve the amount of detergent. It is better to use powder detergent in this case. This option is incompatible with the following wash cycle: Fast/Speed wash. Delayed start* It is possible to delay the start time of the wash cycle by 3, 6 or 9 hours.
Wash cycles EN If the crockery is only lightly soiled or if it has been rinsed with water before being placed in the dishwasher, reduce the amount of detergent used accordingly. The number and type of wash cycles and options may vary depending on the dishwasher model. Wash cycle selection instructions Heavily soiled dishes and pans (not to be used for delicate items). Limited quantity of daily soiling. (4 place settings + 1 saucepan +1 frying pan).
Rinse aid and refined salt Only use products which have been 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.
Care and maintenance EN Shutting off the water and electricity supplies Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle to avoid leaks. Always unplug the appliance when cleaning it and when performing maintenance work. Cleaning the dishwasher The external surfaces of the machine and the control panel may be cleaned using a non-abrasive cloth which has been dampened with water. Do not use solvents or abrasive products.
Precautions and advice The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with current international safety standards. The following information has been provided for safety reasons and should therefore be read carefully. General safety The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use. The appliance must be used by adults only, to wash domestic crockery according to the instructions in this manual.
EN Phosphate-free and chlorine-free detergents containing enzymes We strongly recommend that you use detergents that do not contain phosphates or chlorine, as these products are harmful to the environment. Enzymes provide a particularly effective action at temperatures around 50°C, and as a result detergents containing enzymes can be used in conjunction with low-temperature wash cycles in order to achieve the same results as a normal 65°C wash cycle.
Troubleshooting Whenever the appliance fails to work, check for a solution from the following list before calling for Assistance (see Assistance). Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The dishwasher does not start. • • • The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket properly, or there is no power in the house. The dishwasher door has not been shut properly. A d e l a y e d s t a r t h a s b e e n p r o gr a m m e d ( s e e S t a r t - u p a n d u s e ) .
After Sales Service EN After Sales Service Appliance Registration No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership. To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us.
Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.
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