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Help us help you... Ene~y-savi~ tips Before usiW your dishwasher, read this book carefully. If you received a dam~ed dishwasher . . . It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly. Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the dishwasher. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 Save time and money.
IMPORT~T S~TY INSTRUCTIONS Read all imtructiom before wing thk appliance. m W~~G—When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: ● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find d~ribed in this Use and Care Book. ● This dishwasher must be properly instied and loeati in amordance with the Wtition Instructions before it is used.
How to operate the dkhwasher SELECTED CYCLE INDICATOR LIGHTS I STEP 1 Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc. according to instructions on pages 14 through 16. STEP 2 Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Use rinse aid agent to help prevent spotting. (See page 12.) Close and latch dishwasher door. L / STEP 3 / Select desired wash cycle Touch the center of the pad. c Pm & PANS is for items such as pots, pans and casseroles. Everyday dishes may be included, .
. DOOR LATCH “OFF” POSITION I TIME TO END OF CYCLE ENERGY MONITOR I CYCLE PHASE I 1~~ STEP6 Systems Monitor STEP 5 Select an option ● HEATED DRYING provides faster drying. Can be changed while cycle is running. ENERGY SAVER shuts off drying heater. Dishes air-dry naturally. It takes longer, but saves energy. You can prop door open about 3 inches after motor stops to speed drying. Excellent for overnight drying. ● ● SANI ON-OFF. Select with either POTS & PANS or NORMAL WASH.
Dishwashing shortcut LO- -- HI WASHING Vb MINUTES The dishwasher remembers your last cycle so you don’t have to reprogram each time. When the dishwasher is loaded and the door latch is moved to the ON position, the control panel will display the last settings you selected. If you don’t want to change any of the settings, simply touch START. Note: If there has been a power failure, NORMAL WASH, MEDIUM SOIL and HEATED DRYING will automatically be prograrnmd.
The SYSTEMS MONITOR tells you what’s happening DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS NUMERALS FROM 1 to 99 MINUTES Number of minutes left in the cycle. NUMERALS FROM 1 to 9 HRS. DELAY Number of hours delay until start of cycle. ENERGY MONI~R LO – – – – –HI Shows relative amount of energy used from LO (one bar lighted) to HI (all five bars lighted). ENERGY SAVER Indicates energy-efficient selection made such as SHORT WASH, LIGHT SOIL or ENERGY SAVER (UNHEATED) drying.
The SYSTEMS MONITOR telh you if certiin things are wrong DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO I:/#: Electrical power has been interrupted to the dishwasher but is now back on. IF DISHWASHER WAS IN USE WHEN THE POWER FAILURE OCCURRED: 1. Unlatch the door. If the detergent cup is open, add detergent and close the cup. 2. Relatch the door and touch “START” then immediately touch “CLEAR/RESET?’ (This will pump any remaining water out of the machine. ) 3. Select the desired cycle and rerun the load.
DISPLAY WHAT IT ME~S WHAT TO DO BLOCKED DRAIN and -I :-- #- Similar to blocked drain as explained on page 8, but the C2 indicates that the drain is so clogged that the dishwasher cannot continue to operate in a satisfactory manner. Dishwasher will stop. Locate and remove the blockage in the drain system as explained on page 8. To pump any remaining water out of the machine: 1. Latch door. 2. Select any cycle. 3. Touch “START” and then immediately touch “CLEAR/ RESET.
The SYSTEMS MONI~R DISPLAY #-#-/ ::-/ (continued) WHAT IT MENS WHAT TO DO The water temperature in the dishwasher did not reach the proper wash temperature. This is usually caused by lack of hot water coming from the household water heater. Avoid showers or laundry just prior to running the dishwasher. (Use the “DELAY START” feature to start dishwasher when the water heater is up to normal temperature. ) Adjust household water heater thermostat to 120°F. minimum.
What happem in each cycle . The motor stops during drying. . You’ll hear occasional clicking sounds: –Soft food disposer shredding action. –Drain valve opening to pump water out. —Detergent cup opening. . Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during drying and when water is being pumped out. Wash Cycle Time (Approx.) Minutes Water Use (Approx. ) Gallons Wash Cycles Heavy Med. Light Soil Soil Soil Pm& PANS 11 NORMAL WASH 11 SHORT WASH 10.2 CHINA CRYSTAL 7.
~m~rature Sensor System To get dishes clean and dry you need hot water. To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher has a water heating feature that automatically senses the temperature of the water in the wash cycle and heats it, if necessary, to the proper temperature. This water heating feature may allow you to turn down your household water heater and save energy if you’re willing to let the dishwasher run a little longer while it heats water to the proper temperature.
Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink isn’t a good 2. Remove large quantities of any food. Your dishwasher has a built-in soft food disposer that pulverizes soft food bits and flushes them away. It can handle smll amounts of soft foods, but large amounts will be difficult to handle. place to store detergent. Too much moisture. Don’t put powder detergent into the dispenser until you’re ready to wash dishes, either. (It won’t be fresh OR dry.
How to load your dishwasher ~is is a random mixed load, the most common type you will have. Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the bottom sprays water up. The tower that rises in the center sends water out over the dishes to wash the items in the upper rack. On some models, a spray arm in the top washes down also. Make sure to place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked. WAXH OUT FOR THIS.
HOW to load the ~P RACK (continued) Shelf Up Shelf Down Fold the folding shelf up for glasses and tall things. Place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked. The folding shelf gives you extra space for cups and long utensils on two levels. Load the lower level first, then fold the shelf down. How to load the B~~M RACK As shown here this plate is being placed with the soiled side facing the center of the rack so water and detergent from wash arm can reach soiled surfaces.
HOW to load the B~~M ~CK(continued) Pots, pans, casseroles, salad bowls, mixing bowls and lids must be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Heavily soiled pots, pans and casseroles MUST be loaded in the bottom rack, facing down. Prop broiler pans and racks along the edge. Shallow items may be angled provided the lower side does not shield the soiled surface inside from the water. I Precaution! Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to protect your hands.
What you can usually wash safely in your dishwasher. And what you can’t. Usually Material Safe Exceptions (not safe) Special Instructions Aluminum YES Some colored anodized aluminum can fade. Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ Stoneware YES Antique, metal-trimmed, hand-painted or over-the-glaze patterns fade. Gold leaf will discolor. If in doubt, check with the manufacturer. Or test wash one piece daily for at least a month.
Questions? Use This Problem Solver PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY CONTROL PANEL LIGHTS GO OFF WHEN YOU’RE SETTING CONTROLS Time too long between touching of selected pads. Each pad must be touched within 30 seconds of the others. To relight, touch any pad again. Or unlock and relatch door. DISHWASHER WON’T RUN A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker, Remove any other appliances from the circuit.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SP~S AND FILMING ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE Spotting can be caused by all these things: ● Extremely hard water. (See page 12.) ● Low inlet water temperature. (To test, see page 12. ) ● Overloading the dishwasher. . Improper loading. (See pages 14-16. ) ● Old or damp powder detergent. ● Phosphate level in detergent too low. (See page 12. ) ● Rinse agent dispenser empty. (See page 12. ) ● Too little detergent. (See page 13.
The Problem Solver (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY CHIPPING OF CHINA Rough handling can cause chipping. Load with care. Make sure glassware and china are secure and can’t jar loose. (See pages 14 and 15 for correct way to load glassware.) Make sure tall glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into the dishwasher. Always use the top rack for delicate items. Use the CHINA-CRYSTAL cycle for fine china.
. I Cam and C1eati~ USER WNTEN~CE ~STRU~IONS Clean the control panel with a lightly dampened cloth. Dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasives or sharp objects on the panel. They can damage it. Clean the outside with a good appliance polish wax. The outside cabinet finish is durable, but it can scratch. So use no scouring pads, or harsh or gritty cleaners. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WRWX216) is available from Hotpoint Appliance Parts Marts. The inside usually takes care of ibelf.
How to change color panels If you are redecorating, you can change your dishwasher’s front panels to match or blend with your new colors. The panels are held in place by the door trim and the trim on the panel below the door. Each side of each panel is a different color. Or you can paint a panel with the color of your own choice. How to change door panel inserts: How to change lower panel inserts: 1. Remove four panel attachment screws. (Two above the panel, two below the panel.) 2.
If You Need Service To obtain service, see your warranty on the back page of this book. We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.
YOUR H~POINT AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period. WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the dishwasher that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
