FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:22 am Page 1 HOTPOINT 60cm FREESTANDING DISHWASHER USER & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MODELS DWF35, DWF34, DWF33, DWF30
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:22 am Page 2 Contents... Electricity Supply / Safety Information...............3 Programme Overview............................................16 Installation: Loading your Dishwasher...........................17 & 18 Choose a Location......................................................4 Adjust the Feet............................................................4 Connect to a Drainage System..............................5 Connect to the Water Supply..............
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:22 am Page 3 Electrical Supply... WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used. WARNING: Do not use the plug unless the fuse cover is fitted. Changing the plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:22 am Page 4 Installation... Follow the Installation Instructions, making sure the Dishwasher is correctly installed. When installing the Dishwasher, carry out tasks in the following order: - choose a location. - level the appliance (see,“Adjusting the feet”). - connect to a drainage system. - connect inlet hose to water supply. CHOOSE A LOCATION... The choice of location for your appliance will influence its performance. ● Position where possible on a solid floor.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:22 am Page 5 Installation... CONNECT TO A DRAINAGE SYSTEM... WARNING ● Connect your dishwasher drain hose to pipes which connect to the foul drain system and not to surface water drains. IMPORTANT NOTES For the correct operation of your dishwasher, it is essential to comply with the following information. Standpipe Fit the hose to the standpipe hook which can be found in the machine.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:22 am Page 6 Installation... CONNECT TO THE WATER SUPPLY... ● For your machine to operate correctly it requires water pressures in the range of 6-150 psi (100-1000 KPa). Most cold water supplies will be in this range. ● Note: Low water pressure will lead to excessively long fill times or no fill. ● Ensure that the new hose supplied is connected and the old hose is disposed of safely. ● Ensure the fill hose is only connected to the cold water supply. CHECKLIST...
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 7 Getting to Know your Appliance... DWF35 1 2 3 2 3 6 7 8 9 11 4 5 11 4 5 4 5 DWF34 1 6 7 8 DWF33 and DWF30 1 2 3 6 10 11 Fascia... 1. Mains Switch (ON/OFF) 2. Door Handle 3. Programme Selection Buttons. 4. Low Salt Indicator 5. Low Rinse Aid Indicator 6. Selection Indicators 7. Numerical Display 8. Time Delay Selection Button ) (DWF35 / 34 only) 9. Half Load Selection Button (for Upper Basket washing) (DWF35 only) 10.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 8 Getting to Know your Appliance... Interior... 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Salt Container, with level indicator. Filters. Lower Basket. Rinse Aid Container, with level indicator. Rating Plate. Upper Basket. Upper Spray Arm. Lower Spray Arm. Cutlery Basket. Detergent Compartment Locking Mechanism. Detergent Compartment. 7 6 8 2 3 1 9 4 11 10 Rating plate sample 5 Model No. Serial No. Before Using your Appliance...
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 9 Before Using your Appliance... DWF33 & DWF30 only After releasing the Economy 50˚ and Mains Switch buttons, the normal 65˚ and the Economy 50˚ light neons will be illuminated, showing that the factory set value is 2 (see table below). The Salt Indicator light will continue to flash until the setting is chosen. ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENER... ● In order to rinse dishes and glasses satisfactorily, the dishwasher requires soft water i.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 10 Before Using your Appliance... DWF35 & DWF34 only ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENER... ● In order to rinse dishes and glasses satisfactorily, the dishwasher requires soft water i.e containing little or no lime, otherwise water stains are left behind on crockery and glasses etc. If the tap water exceeds a certain level of hardness, it must be softened, ie. decalcified, so that it can be used in the dishwasher.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 11 FILLING THE SPECIAL SALT CONTAINER... The LOW SALT Indicator 4 on the front panel will light up initially but will extinguish when the salt solution has become sufficiently concentrated. NOTE: Models DWF35 and DWF34 only: When the control is set to 0, it is not necessary to add any salt, as none will be consumed while the dishwasher is operating. The LOW SALT indicator is switched off. If the control is set between 1and 7, then salt must be added.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 12 FILLING THE RINSE AID CONTAINER... The purpose of Rinse Aid is to prevent formation of water marks on tableware and utensils, and to ensure that glasses are clean and sparkling. Rinse Aid is consumed during the rinsing process. - To open the lid, press on the rinse aid (1) container lid and simultaneously lift the lid off the lug (2). Pour the rinse aid into the filler hole until the level indicator turns dark. Rinse aid control.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 13 We recommend Sun All in One for use in this (or your new) dishwasher... Sun All in One with built in salt function makes machine dishwashing even more convenient than ever. The tablets and rinse aid have a built in salt function guaranteeing great results. You can use Sun All in One almost anywhere (in the UK / Ireland) without having to add extra salt.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 14 Detergent compartment with level indicators: Press the release lever to open the flap. Release lever Adding detergent: Please observe the manufacturers instructions printed on the detergent packaging when determining the correct dosage. Depending on the level of soiling on the items to be washed you can of course vary these quantities To close the lid of the detergent compartment, slide lid across (1) then press down firmly (2) until it locks.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 15 What can I Wash... Items NOT suitable for the dishwasher: Washing contents of UPPER basket only: (DWF 35) ● Cutlery and tableware made from wood or part wood-They become faded and unsightly in appearance. ● Avoid washing horn-handled and bronze cutlery in the machine. ● Delicate/decorative glassware and vases, special antique or irreplaceable china - the decorative patterns printed on these objects will not be dishwasher proof.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 16 Programme Overview... (All Models) This overview lists the maximum possible number of programmes. The programmes supplied with your Model are indicated on the fascia. Type of crockery eg. china, NonMixed pots/pans, cutlery, delicate glasses etc. Type of food remains Soups, casseroles, sauces, potatoes, pasta, rice, eggs, roast or fried food. Soups, potatoes, pasta, rice, eggs, roast or fried food. Coffee, cakes, milk, sausage, cold drinks, salads.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 17 Loading your Dishwasher... Loading the dishwasher Pots and Pans Scrape off any large amounts of left-over food. It is not necessary to rinse the dishes under running water. Place objects in the dishwasher in such a way that: - Items such as cups, glasses, pots/pans, etc. are stood upside down. - Curved items, or those with recesses, should be at a slant so that water can run off. - They are stacked securely and cannot tip over.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 18 Adjusting basket position Knife rack (accessory) Shelf The top basket can be inserted on either its upper or lower rollers, according to requirement. This enables more height to be gained for bigger dishes in either the top or the bottom basket. Lean tall glasses and those with long stems against the shelf - not against other items being washed. Place glasses, cups and small bowls on the additional cup rack.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 19 Washing Dishes Programme selection End of Programme. The most appropriate programme can be identified by comparing the type of crockery, cutlery etc., as well as the amount and condition of food remains, with the details contained in the programme overview. The corresponding programme sequence, duration and consumption details are shown in the bottom half of the overview.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 20 Washing Dishes Programming the timer (DWF 35/34) Altering the programme. You can delay that start of a programme in increments of one hour for up to 9 hours. Switch mains switch 1 to ON. Immediately press the TIMER button 8 The numerical display 7 changes to 1 . Press the TIMER button as many times as necessary until the numerical display shows the required delay.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 21 Care and Maintenance... Regular inspection and maintenance of your appliance helps to prevent problems from occurring. This saves time and aggravation. You should therefore carefully inspect the inside of your dishwasher from time to time. Overall condition of appliance. - Check that no grease or scale has accumulated on the inside of the dishwasher. If you discover any deposits: Clean the interior of the dishwasher thoroughly with a detergent solution.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 22 Care and Maintenance... Spray arms. Protection from freezing temperatures. Lime and remnants of food in the washing water can block the nozzles in the spray arms and the arm mountings. If the appliance is installed in a location where there is a risk of freezing temperatures (eg. in a holiday home), all water must be completely drained out of the interior. Turn OFF the tap, disconnect the supply hose and allow to drain.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 23 Troubleshooting... Caution - Do not forget that repairs should only be carried out by a qualified specialist. Improper repairs can lead to considerable equipment damage as well as danger to the user. - The dishwasher must first be disconnected from the electricity supply before any repairs or other work can be carried out. Switch off at the mains socket and water supply and remove the plug. ● Indicator lamps do not go out after washing has finished.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 24 ...With the dishes, cutlery, etc. ● ● ● ● ● 24 Remnants of food are stuck to the dishes, cutlery, etc. - Dishwasher was not loaded properly. Jets of water could not reach all parts of the dishes etc. - Too many items in the rack. - Items in the rack were touching each other. - Not enough detergent was added to the dispenser. - Selected wash programme was not intensive enough. - Rotation of spray arm was obstructed by dish, etc.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 25 Hotpoint After Sales Service... Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back Hotpoint gives you a unique ‘Satisfaction Guaranteed’ promise – valid for ninety days after you have purchased your Hotpoint product. If there is a technical problem with your Hotpoint appliance, call Hotpoint Service. If necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call.
FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 26 Hotpoint Guarantee... From the moment your appliance is delivered, Hotpoint guarantees it for five years. ● Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 months parts and labour guarantee plus FREE replacement parts for the first five years provided that they are fitted by our own Service Engineer (evidence will be required of date and place of purchase).
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FP105-01 DWF35/34/33/30 12/02/2002 10:23 am Page 28 Key Contacts Service UK: 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200 You will be asked to quote the Model Number and Serial Number. Remember, you may be charged for a service call, if a problem with your appliance is caused by incorrect installation or misuse.
