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DAILY REFERENCE
GUIDE
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back of this booklet.

Before using the appliance carefully read Health and Safety guide.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
APPLIANCE
1 1. Upper rack

7 2. Foldable flaps
2 3. Upper rack height adjuster
4. Upper spray arm
8 5. Lower rack
6. Cutlery basket
7. Lower spray arm
3 8. Filter Assembly
9. Salt reservoir
4 10. Detergent and Rinse Aid dispensers
9 11. Rating plate
5 12. Control panel

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Service:
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CONTROL PANEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1011 12 13 14
1. On-Off/Reset button with indicator light 8. Tablet (Tab) indicator light
2. Program selection button with indicator light 9. Closed water tap indicator light
3. Zone Wash button with indicator light / Key lock 10. Rinse Aid refill indicator light
4. Eco program indicator light 11. Salt refill indicator light
5. Key lock indicator light 12. Turbo button with indicator light / Tablet (Tab)
6. Display 13. Delay button with indicator light
7. Program number and remaining time indicator 14. Start/Pause button with indicator light / Drain out

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FIRST TIME USE
SALT, RINSE AID AND DETERGENT
ADVICE REGARDING THE FIRST TIME USE FILLING THE RINSE AID DISPENSER
After installation, remove the stoppers from the racks and the retaining Rinse aid makes dish DRYING easier. The rinse aid dispenser A should
elastic elements from the upper rack. be filled when the RINSE AID REFILL indicator light in the control
panel is lit.
FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR
The use of salt prevents the formation of LIMESCALE on the dishes and
on the machine’s functional components.
• It is important that the salt reservoir be never empty. 35
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• It is important to set the water hardness. MA X

The salt reservoir is located in the lower part of the dishwasher (see
PROGRAMS DESCRIPTION) and should be filled when the SALT REFILL
B A
indicator light in the control panel is lit. 1. Open the dispenser B by pressing and pulling up the tab on the lid.
1.Remove the lower rack and unscrew the 2. Carefully introduce the rinse aid as far as the maximum (110 ml)
reservoir cap (anticlockwise). reference notch of the filling space - avoid spilling it. If this happens,
2.Position the funnel (see figure) and fill the salt clean the spill immediately with a dry cloth.
reservoir right up to its edge (approximately 1 kg); 3. Press the lid down until you hear a click to close it.
it is not unusual for a little water to leak out.
NEVER pour the rinse aid directly into the tub.
3.Remove the funnel and wipe any salt residue
away from the opening. ADJUSTING THE DOSAGE OF RINSE AID
Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly, so that no detergent can get If you are not completely satisfied with the drying results, you can ad-
into the container during the wash program (this could damage the just the quantity of rinse aid used.
water softener beyond repair). • Switch the dishwasher on using the ON/OFF button.
Whenever you need to add salt, we recommend carrying out the • Switch it off using the ON/OFF button.
procedure before the washing cycle is started. • Press button START/PAUSE three times - a beep will be heard.
• Switch it on using the ON/OFF button.
SETTING THE WATER HARDNESS • The current selection level number and rinse aid indicator light flash.
To allow the water softener to work in a perfect way, it is essential that • Press button P to select the level of rinse aid quantity to be
the water hardness setting is based on the actual water hardness in supplied.
your house. This information can be obtained from your local water • Switch it off using the ON/OFF button
supplier. Setting is complete!
The factory setting is for average (3) water hardness. If the rinse aid level is set to 1 (ECO), no rinse aid will be supplied. The
• Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button. LOW RINSE AID indicator light will not be lit if you run out of rinse aid.
• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button. A maximum of 4 levels can be set according to the dishwasher model.
• Hold down button START/PAUSE for 5 seconds, until you hear a The factory setting is for a medium level.
beep. • If you see bluish streaks on the dishes, set a low number (2-3).
• Switch on the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button. • If there are drops of water or limescale marks on the dishes, set a
• The current selection level number and the salt indicator light both flash. high number (4-5).
• Press button P to select the desired hardness level (see WATER
HARDNESS TABLE). FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
Water Hardness Table To open the detergent dispenser
use the opening device A. Introduce
°dH °fH
Level the detergent into the dry dispenser
German degrees French degrees
B only. Place the amount of
1 Soft 0-6 0 - 10 B
detergent for pre-washing directly
2 Medium 7 - 11 11 - 20 A inside the tub.
1.When measuring out the detergent
3 Average 12 - 17 21 - 30
refer to the (see PROGRAMS TABLE) to
4 Hard 17 - 34 31 - 60 add the proper quantity.
5 Very hard 35 - 50 61 - 90 Compartment B comprises a level
showing the maximum quantity of liquid or powder detergent that
• Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button. can be added to each cycle.
Setting is complete! 2. Remove detergent residues from the edges of the dispenser and
As soon as this procedure is complete, run a program without loading. close the cover until it clicks.
Only use salt that has been specifically designed for dishwashers. 3. Close the lid of the detergent dispenser by pulling it up until the
After the salt has been poured into the machine, the SALT REFILL closing device is secured in place.
indicator light switches off. The detergent dispenser automatically opens up at the right time
If the salt container is not filled, the water softener and the heating according to the program. If all-in-one detergents are used, we
element may be damaged as a result . recommend using the TABLET button, because it adjusts the program so
that the best washing and drying results are always achieved.

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PROGRAMS TABLE
Detergent
Duration of Water Energy
*) container
Program Available options wash program consumption consumption

Drying
phase
(h:min)**) (litres/cycle) (kWh/cycle)
Tub B

1. Eco 50° 3:10 9 0.93

2. Auto Intensive 65° - 2:00 - 3:10 14 - 17 1.50 - 1.85

3. Auto Normal 55° 1:30 - 2:30 14.5 - 16 1.15 - 1.30

4. Auto Fast 50° - - 0:40 - 1:20 13 - 14.5 1.15 - 1.25

5. Express 30’ 50° - - 0:30 9 0.50 - 0.55

6. Good Night 50° - 3:30 15 1.15

7. Sanitizing 65° - 1:40 10 1.30

8. Soak - - - - 0:12 4.5 0.01

9. Self- Clean 65° - - 0:50 8 0.80 - 0.85

ECO program data is measured under laboratory conditions according to European Standard EN 50242.
*) Not all options can be used simultaneously.
**) The duration of the program shown on the display or in the booklet is an estimate calculated on standard conditions. The actual time may vary
depending on many factors such as temperature and pressure of the incoming water, room temperature, amount of detergent, quantity and type of load,
load balancing, additional selected options and sensor calibration. The sensor calibration can increase program duration up to 20 min.
Standby consumption: Left-on mode consumption: 5 W - Off mode consumption: 0.5 W

PROGRAMS DESCRIPTION
Instructions on wash cycle selection.
ECO SANITIZING
Normally soiled crockery. Standard program, the most efficient in terms Normally or heavily soiled crockery, with additional antibacterial wash.
of its combined energy and water consumption.
SOAK
AUTO INTENSIVE Crockery to be washed later. No detergent to be used with this
Heavily soiled dishes and pans (not to be used for delicate items). program.
AUTO NORMAL SELF-CLEAN
Automatic program for normally soiled pans and dishes. Program to be used to perform maintenance of the dishwasher. It
cleans the interior of the appliance using hot water.
AUTO FAST
Limited quantity of daily soiling (ideal for 4 place settings).
Notes:
EXPRESS 30’ Optimum performance levels when using the “1 Hour” and “Rapid”
Program to be used for lightly-soiled dishes with no dried food programs can be achieved by observing the maximum amounts of
residues. (Ideal for 2 place settings). specified place settings.
GOOD NIGHT To reduce consumption even further, only run the dishwasher
Suitable for night-time operation of the appliance. Optimum when it is full.
performance ensured.

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OPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS
OPTIONS can be selected directly by pressing the corresponding button (see CONTROL PANEL).

If an option is not compatible with the selected program see PROGRAMS TABLE, the corresponding LED flashes rapidly 3 times and beeps
will sound. The option will not be enabled.

ZONE WASH 3D TABLET (Tab)

Thanks to the additional 3D water jets placed on the This setting allows you to optimize the performance of
bottom of the cavity, 3D ZONE WASH option allows to the program according to the type of detergent used.
save energy or to increase the washing performance of Press the TURBO button for 3 seconds (the corresponding
the dishwasher. symbol will light up) if you use combined detergents in
It is compatible with Normal and Intensive cycles, and it tablet form (rinse aid, salt and detergent in 1 dose).
works with one rack at once. If you use powder or liquid detergent, this option
• 3D ZONE WASH + NORMAL CYCLE: it allows to reduce should be off.
energy consumption up to 40%.
• 3D ZONE WASH + INTENSIVE CYCLE: it increases the
washing performances up to 40%. Ideal for very soiled
mixed loads, e.g. pans and saucepans, dishes with
DELAY
heavy encrustation or difficult-to-clean crockery The start of the program may be delayed for a period of
(grater, vegetable mill, dirty cutlery). time between 0:30 and 24 hours.
How to activate the option: 1.Select the program and any desired options. Press the
1. Select a compatible cycle DELAY button (repeatedly) to delay the start of the
program. Adjustable from 0:30 to 24 hours. With each
2. By default the appliance washes dishes in all racks. To
press of the button, the delay start increases by: 0:30 if
wash only the specific rack, press this button repeatedly:
selection below 4 hours, 1:00 if selection is below 12
shown on the display (only lower rack) hours, 4 hours if selection is above 12 hours. If 24 hours
shown on the display (only upper rack) reached, and the button is pressed, the delayed start is
deactivated.
shown on the display (option is OFF and the appliance will 2. Press the START/PAUSE button: the timer will begin
wash dishes in all racks). counting down;
Remember to load the crockery in the selected rack only. 3. Once this time has elapsed, the indicator light switches
off and the program begins automatically.
If at the time of the countdown the START/PAUSE button
KEYLOCK is pressed again the DELAY option is cancelled and the
selected program starts automatically.
A long press (for 3 seconds) of ZONE WASH button, will
activate the KEYLOCK function. The KEYLOCK function The DELAY function cannot be set once a program
will block the control panel except the ON/OFF button. has been started.
To deactivate the KEYLOCK, long press again.

WATER TAP CLOSED – Alarm

TURBO Flashes when there is no inlet water or water tap is closed.
This option can be used to reduce the duration of the
main programs while maintaining the same washing and
drying performance levels.
After selecting the program, press the TURBO button and
DRAIN OUT
the indicator light will switch on. To deselect the option, To stop and cancel the active cycle, the Drain Out
press the same button again.. function can be used.
A long press of START/PAUSE button, will activate the
DRAIN OUT function. The active program will be stopped
and the water in the dishwasher will be drained out.

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DAILY USE
1. CHECK WATER CONNECTION MODIFYING A RUNNING PROGRAM
Check that the dishwasher is connected to the water supply and If a wrong program was selected, it is possible to change it, provided
that the top is open. that it has only just begun: press and hold the ON/OFF button, the
2. SWITCH ON THE DISHWASHER machine will switch off.
Press the ON/OFF button. Switch the machine back on using the ON/OFF button and select the
3. LOAD THE RACKS new wash cycle and any desired options; start the cycle by pressing the
(see LOADING THE RACKS) START/PAUSE button.
4. FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER
(see PROGRAMS TABLE). ADDING EXTRA CROCKERY
5. CHOOSE THE PROGRAM AND CUSTOMISE THE CYCLE Without switching off the machine, open the door (be ware of HOT
Select the most appropriate program in accordance with the type steam!) and place the crockery inside the dishwasher. Close the door
of crockery and its soiling level (see PROGRAMS DESCRIPTION) by and press the START/PAUSE button the cycle will begin from the point
pressing the P button. at which it was interrupted.
Select the desired options (see OPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS).
6. START ACCIDENTAL INTERRUPTIONS
Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button. When If the door is opened during the wash cycle, or if there is a power cut,
the program starts you hear a beep. the cycle stops. Once the door has been closed or the electricity supply
7. END OF WASH CYCLE is restored, to start again the cycle from where it was interrupted, press
The end of the wash cycle is indicated by beeps and the display the START/PAUSE button.
shows END. Open the door and switch off the appliance by
pressing the ON/OFF button. For more information about the functions, you can request or download
Wait for a few minutes before removing the crockery - to avoid from the WEB a Use & Care Guide by following the instructions on the last
burns. page.
Unload the racks, beginning with the lower one.

The machine will switch off automatically during certain extended

periods of inactivity, in order to minimise electricity consumption.
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.

ADVICE AND TIPS

TIPS UNSUITABLE CROCKERY
Before loading the baskets, remove all food residues from the crockery • Wooden crockery and cutlery.
and empty the glasses. You do not need to rinse beforehand under • Delicate decorated glasses, artistic handicraft and antique
running water. crockery. Their decorations are not resistant.
Arrange the crockery so that it is held in place firmly and does not tip • Parts in synthetic material which do not withstand high
over; and arrange the containers with the openings facing downwards temperatures.
and the concave/convex parts placed obliquely, thus allowing the • Copper and tin crockery.
water to reach every surface and flow freely. • Crockery soiled with ash, wax, lubricating grease or ink.
Warning: lids, handles, trays and frying pans do not prevent the The colours of glass decorations and aluminium/silver pieces can
sprayer arms from rotating. change and fade during the washing process. Some types of glass (e.g.
Place any small items in the cutlery basket. crystal objects) can become opaque after a number of wash cycles too.
Very soiled dishes and pans should be placed in the lower basket
because in this sector the water sprays are stronger and allow a higher
DAMAGE TO GLASS AND CROCKERY
washing performance. • Only use glasses and porcelain guaranteed by the manufacturer as
After loading the appliance, make sure that the sprayer arms can rotate dishwasher safe.
freely. • Use a delicate detergent suitable for crockery
• Collect glasses and cutlery from the dishwasher as soon as the
HYGIENE wash cycle is over.
To avoid odour and sediment which can be accumulated in the
dishwasher please run a high temperature program at least one a
month. Use a tea spoon of detergent and run it without the loading to
clean your appliance.

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LOADING THE RACKS
UPPER RACK LOWER RACK
Load delicate and light dishes: For pots, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery etc. Large plates and lids should
glasses, cups, saucers, low salad ideally be placed at the sides to avoid interferences with the spray arm.
bowls. The lower rack has tip-up supports which can be used in a vertical
position when arranging plates or in a horizontal position (lower) to
load pans and salad bowls easily

(loading example for the upper rack)

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE UPPER RACK

The height of the upper rack can be adjusted: high position to place (loading example for the lower rack).
bulky crockery in the lower basket and low position to make the most
of the tip-up supports by creating more space upwards and avoid
collision with the items loaded into lower rack.
CUTLERY BASKET
The upper rack is equipped with a Upper
The basket is equipped with top grilles
Rack height adjuster (see figure), without
for improved cutlery arrangement. The
pressing the levers, lift it up by simply
cutlery basket should be positioned only
holding the rack sides, as soon as the rack
is stable in its upper position. at the front of the lower rack.
To restore to the lower position, press the Knives and other utensils with sharp
levers A at the sides of the rack and move edges must be placed in the cutlery
the basket downwards. basket with the points facing
We strongly recommend that you do downwards or they must be
positioned horizontally in the tip-up
not adjust the height of the rack when it
compartments on the upper rack.
is loaded.
NEVER raise or lower the basket on one side only.

ZONE WASH 3D
FOLDABLE FLAPS WITH ADJUSTABLE POSITION Zone Wash 3D uses additional water jets
The side foldable flaps can be positioned at located both: in the lower and upper part of
three different heights to optimize the the dishwasher (marked with orange color) to
arrangement of crockery inside the rack. wash more intensively heavily soiled items by
Wine glasses can be placed safely in the increasing water coverage on dishes.
foldable flaps by inserting the stem of each Example: Load pots and casseroles facing
glass into the corresponding slots. lower part of Zone Wash 3D components and
For optimum drying results incline the activate the 3D Zone Wash option on the
foldable flaps more. To change the panel.
inclination, pull up the foldable flap, slide it
slightly and position it as you wish.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE FILTER ASSEMBLY CLEANING THE SPRAY ARMS
Regularly clean the filter assembly so that the filters do not clog and On occasions, food residue may become encrusted onto the spray arms
that the waste water flows away correctly. and block the holes used to spray the water. It is therefore
The filter assembly consists of three filters which remove food residues recommended that you check the arms from time to time and clean
from the washing water and then recirculate the water: to obtain the them with a small non-metallic brush.
best washing results, you need to keep them clean.
The dishwasher must not be used without filters or if the filter is
loose.
After several washes, check the filter assembly and if necessary clean it
thoroughly under running water, using a non-metallic brush and
following the instructions below:
1. Turn the cylindrical filter A in an anti-clockwise direction and pull it
out (Fig 1).
2. Remove the cup filter B by exerting a slight pressure on the side
flaps (Fig 2).
3. Slide out the stainless-steel plate filter C (Fig 3). To remove the upper spray arm, turn the plastic locking ring in an anti-
4. Inspect the trap and remove any food residues. clockwise direction. The upper spray arm should be replaced so that
NEVER REMOVE the wash-cycle pump protection (black detail) (Fig 4). the side with the greater number of holes is facing upwards.

1 2

B
A
A

The lower spray arm may be removed by pulling it upwards.

CLEANING THE WATER INLET HOSE

If the water hoses are new or have not been used for an extended
period of time, let the water run to make sure it is clear and free of
impurities before performing the necessary connections. If this
C precaution is not taken, the water inlet could become blocked and
damage the dishwasher.

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After cleaning the filters, re-place the filter assembly and fix it in
position correctly; this is essential for maintaining the efficient
operation of the dishwasher.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Your dishwasher may not work properly.
Before contacting the Service Centre check if the problem can be solved by going through the following list.

PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS

The dishwasher The appliance has not been plugged in Insert the plug into the socket.
won’t start or does properly.
not respond to
commands. Power outage. The dishwasher starts automatically when the power returns.

The dishwasher door is not closed. Vigorously push the door until you hear the “click”.

It does not respond to commands. Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, switch it back on
after approximately one minute and reset the program.

The dishwasher The wash cycle has not finished yet. Wait until the wash cycle finishes.
won’t drain.
The drain hose is bent. Check that the drain hose is not bent (see INSTALATION INSTRUCTION).

The sink drain pipe is blocked. Clean the sink drain pipe.

The filter is clogged up with food residues Clean the filter (see CLEANING THE FILTER ASSEMBLY).

The dishwasher The dishes are rattling against each. Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
makes excessive
noise. An excessive amount of foam has been The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for
produced. use in dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER). Reset dish-
washer by pressing the DRAIN button (see OPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS) and
run new program without detergent.

The dishes are not The crockery has not been arranged Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
clean. properly.

The spray arms cannot rotate freely, Arrange the crockery correctly (see LOADING THE RACKS).
being hindered by the dishes.

The wash cycle is too gentle. Select an appropriate wash cycle (see PROGRAMS TABLE).

An excessive amount of foam has been The detergent has not been measured out correctly or it is not suitable for
produced. use in dishwashers (see FILLING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER).

The cap on the rinse aid compartment Make sure the cap of the rinse aid dispenser is closed.
has not been shut correctly.

The filter is soiled or clogged. Clean the filter assembly (see CARE AND MAINTENANCE).

There is no salt. Fill the salt reservoir (see FILLING THE SALT RESERVOIR).

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CONTACTING AFTER-SALES SERVICE

For more information, maintenance procedures and troubleshooting, When you contact the After-Sales Service,
see the Use and Care Guide. you must provide the codes shown on
The Use and Care Guide can be obtained by: the rating plate attached to the left or
• After-Sales Service; phone number see in warranty booklet. right side inside the door of the
• download from website: docs.hotpoint.eu dishwasher. The phone number is listed
• use QR code in the warranty booklet or on the website: IEC 436

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TECHNICAL DATASHEET
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