Hotpoint dishwasher instructions for installation and use bci450 (20 pages)
Summary of Contents for Hotpoint BFI 670
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Connecting the water supply Overall view Control panel Lower rack Cutlery basket Upper rack Starting the dishwasher Loading the detergent Washing options Wash cycle table Loading the rinse aid Loading the refined salt Shutting off the water and electricity supplies...
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If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process. 2. Check the dishwasher by placing it so that its sides or back panel are in contact with the adjacent cabinets or even with the wall. This appliance can also be recessed under a single worktop* ( see the Assembly instruction sheet ).
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NEUTRAL ‘N’ LIVE ‘L’ A lead can be ordered from Hotpoint Service UK: 08709 066 066 or Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 220 - If you have damaged the existing lead or require a longer one a charge will be made. It is strongly advised that this work is carried out by a qualified electrician.
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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. The water inlet (A) and outlet (B) hoses and the...
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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.
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indicator lights 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 button button* indicator light* indicator light* * Only available in selected models. button indicator light...
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Antique or hand-painted porcelain. • Antique silver. Silver that is not antique may, however, be washed in the dishwasher using a delicate wash cycle, provided that it does not come into contact with other metals. When buying crockery and cutlery we recommend that you check whether it can be washed using the dishwasher.
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Open the door, taking care to avoid the escaping steam, and place the crockery inside the dishwasher. Close the door: the cycle starts from the point at which it was interrupted. If the door is opened during the wash cycle, or if there is a power cut, the cycle stops.
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The duration of the auto wash cycles may vary due to the operation of the sensor. 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.
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Refined salt removes limescale from the water, thus avoiding the formation of deposits on crockery. The salt dispenser is located in the lower part of the dishwasher ( see Description ) and should be filled: •...
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3. Reconstruct the filter assembly and replace it in the correct position, following movements 1 and 2 as shown in the figure, until it clicks into place. • Run a wash cycle when the dishwasher is empty. • Unplug the appliance and disconnect the water supply.
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Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. • Only start a wash cycle when the dishwasher is full. While waiting for the dishwasher to be filled, prevent unpleasant odours with the Soak cycle ( see Wash Cycles ).
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Even if they are biodegradable, detergents contain substances that may alter the balance of nature. As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.
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Whenever the appliance fails to work, check for a solution from the following list before calling for Assistance ( see Assistance ).
Load for 12 Standard Settings tests (upper rack at top position) lower basket upper basket This basket is equipped with two removabl e gri d s: i n sert the cutl e ry one by one i n to the sl o ts, 5 5 5 5 5 5 with the handles at the bottom.
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UK: 08709 077 077 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpointservice.co.uk 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. UK: 0870 6092094 Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800 www.hotpointservice.co.uk...
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- Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic. Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers.
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This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance. If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings.
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