Hotpoint FDUD43133X manual

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    Instructions for use Contents Precautions and safety advice, 2-3 General safety Disposal of old electrical appliances Saving energy and respecting the environment Recycling & Disposal Information Installation, 4-5-6 Positioning and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies Technical data Switching the appliance on for the first ti[...]

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    2 EN Precautions and safety 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. Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. If the appliance is sold, given away or mo[...]

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    EN 3 • 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. •  To av[...]

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    4 EN If the appliance must be moved at any time, keep it in an upright position; if absolutely necessary, it may be tilted onto its back. Positioning and levelling 1. Removethe appliance from all packaging andcheck that it has not been damaged during transportation. If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and d[...]

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    EN 5 T echnical data Dimensions width 60 cm height 85 cm depth 60 cm Capacity 14 standard place-settings W ater supply pressure 0,05 ÷ 1MPa (0.5 ÷ 10 bar) 7,25 – 145 psi Power supply voltage See appliance data plate T otal absorbed power See appliance data plate Fuse See appliance data plate This dishwasher conforms to the following European Co[...]

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    6 EN •  If fitting an under sink waste disposal unit, cut out the membrane, bung or blanking plug. Ensure the drain hose is securely attached, to prevent it coming away while the machine is in use and causing a flood. Fit hose to waste securely using a “Jubilee” type clip. Anti-flooding protection * To ensure floods do[...]

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    EN 7 Overall view Description of the appliance Control Panel 1. Upperrack 2. Uppersprayerarm 3. Tip-up dispensers 4. Rackheightadjuster 5. Lower rack 6. Lower sprayer arm 7. Washingfilter 8. Salt dispenser 9. Detergentandrinse-aiddispensersand deviceActiveOxig[...]

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    8 EN Loading the racks Tips Before loading the racks, remove all food residues from the crockery and empty liquids from glasses and containers. No preventive rinsing is needed under running water. Arrange the crockery so that it is held in place firmly and does not tip over and arrange the containers with the openings facing downwards and the[...]

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    EN 9 Adjusting the height of the upper rack In order to make it easier to arrange the crockery, the upper rack may be moved to a higher or lower position. The height of the upper rack should be adjusted WHEN THE RACK IS EMPTY. NEVER raise or lower the rack on one side only. If the rack is equipped with a Lift-Up device * (see figure) , lift it up b[...]

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    10 EN Start-up and use Starting the dishwasher 1.Turnthewatertapon. 2. Press the ON/OFF button:  The ON/OFF indicator light and the display light up. 3. Open the door and pour in a suitable amount of detergent (see Measuring out the detergent). 4. Load the racks [...]

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    EN 11 Wash cycles ** Quantity of pre-washing detergent. ECODESIGN REGULATION TheECOwashcycleisthestandardcycle towhichtheenergylabeldatarefers.Itcanbeusedtowashcrockerywith anormalsoil level and is the most efficient cycle in terms of energy and water consumption for this[...]

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    12 EN Special wash cycles and Options Short Time This option can be used to reduce the duration of the main wash cycles while, maintaining the same washing and drying performance levels. After selecting the wash cycle,pressthe SHORTTIMEbutton;theillumination ofthe corresponding indicator light indicates its selection. [...]

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    EN 13 Rinse aid and refined salt Only use products which have been specifically designed for dishwashers. Do not use table/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 any rinse aid. However, we recommend that you add salt, especially if you live[...]

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    14 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?[...]

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    EN 15 Troubleshooting Whenevertheappliancefailstoworkproperly,checkforasolutionfromthefollowinglistbeforecallingforAssistance. * Onlyavailableinselectedmodels. Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The dishwasher does not start or cannot be controlled. • Switch off the appliance[...]

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    16 EN After Sales Service After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in the country offering you access to 400 skilled tele[...]

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    EN 17 Guarantee 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Yourappliancehasthebenefitofourmanufacturer’s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 o[...]

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    18 EN[...]

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    EN 19[...]

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    20 EN 195108371.02 03/2013pb-XeroxFabriano[...]