Hotpoint HDA2600K manual

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    a .— 3 -“5 Dishwasher Contink Air Gap 21 Appliance Registration 2 Care and Cleaning 21 China, Crystal, Sterling 17 Cycle Features 11 Detergent, Detergent Guide 12, 13 Dispenser Cups 13 Energy-Saving Tips 2 Front Panel Color Change 22 Loading 14-16 Lock Controls Feature 6 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 4-6 Cycle Selection 4 Di[...]

  • Page 2

    Help us help you... Ene~y-savi~ tips Before usiW your dishwasher, read this book carefully. It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new dishwasher properly. 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 Loui[...]

  • Page 3

    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 amordanc[...]

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    How to operate the dkhwasher SELECTED CYCLE INDICATOR LIGHTS 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. STEP 3 / Select des[...]

  • Page 5

    . DOOR LATCH “OFF” POSITION TIME ENERGY TO END CYCLE PHASE MONITOR I OF CYCLE I I 1~~ STEP 5 STEP6 Systems Monitor 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[...]

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    Dishwashing shortcut LO- -- HI WASHING Vb MINUTES The dishwasher remembers your If you don’t want to change any of last cycle so you don’t have to the settings, simply touch START. reprogram each time. Note: If there has been a When the dishwasher is loaded and power failure, NORMAL WASH, the door latch is moved to the ON MEDIUM SOIL and HEATED[...]

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    The SYSTEMS MONITOR tells you what’s happening DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS NUMERALS FROM Number of minutes left in the cycle. 1 to 99 MINUTES NUMERALS FROM Number of hours delay until start of cycle. 1 to 9 HRS. DELAY ENERGY MONI~R Shows relative amount of energy used from LO (one bar lighted) to HI (all five bars LO – – – – –HI lighted). ENE[...]

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    The SYSTEMS MONITOR telh you if certiin things are wrong DISPLAY WHAT IT MEANS WHAT TO DO I:/#: Electrical power has been IF DISHWASHER WAS IN USE WHEN THE POWER ;n$ interrupted to the dishwasher but FAILURE OCCURRED: RESET is now back on. 1. Unlatch the door. If the detergent cup is open, add detergent and close the cup. 2. Relatch the door and to[...]

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    DISPLAY WHAT IT ME~S WHAT TO DO BLOCKED Similar to blocked drain as Locate and remove the blockage in the drain system as DRAIN explained on page 8, but the C2 explained on page 8. To pump any remaining water out of and indicates that the drain is so the machine: -- I clogged that the dishwasher : #- 1. Latch door. -- cannot continue to operate in [...]

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    The SYSTEMS MONI~R (continued) DISPLAY #-#-/ ::-/ WHAT IT MENS 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. The temperature sensor in the dishwasher is not functioning properly. Dishwasher may continue to be used, but it will no[...]

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    What happem in each cycle . You’ll hear occasional clicking . The motor stops during drying. sounds: –Soft food disposer shredding . Water vapor comes through the vent by the door latch during action. drying and when water is being - –Drain valve opening to pump pumped out. water out. —Detergent cup opening. Wash Cycles Pm& PANS NORMAL [...]

  • Page 12

    ~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 you[...]

  • Page 13

    Keep your detergent fresh and dry. Under the sink isn’t a good 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.) If your powder detergent gets old or lumpy, throw it away. It won’t wash well. Old detergent ofien won’t dissolve[...]

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    How to load your dishwasher ~is is a random mixed load, the most common type you WAXH OUT FOR THIS. will have. The washer tower rises through the center of the bottom Make sure dishes are properly loaded to insure that rack during the wash and rinse portions of the cycle. water can reach the soiled surfaces. The wash arm in the Don’t block it or [...]

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    H OW to load the ~P RACK (continued) Shelf Up Fold the folding shelf up for glasses and tall things. Place tall items to the outside so the upper wash arm is not blocked. Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back, Shelf Down The folding shelf gives you extra space for cups and [...]

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    H OW 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 s[...]

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    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 Some darkening or spotting possible. Remove by aluminum can fade. scouring with soap-filled steel wool pads. China/ YES Antique, metal-trimmed, If in doubt, check with the man[...]

  • Page 18

    Questions? Use This Problem Solver PROBLEM CONTROL PANEL LIGHTS GO OFF WHEN YOU’RE SETTING CONTROLS DISHWASHER WON’T RUN UNUSUAL NOISE DISHES DON’T DRY UNCLEAN DISHES AND FLATWARE BLACK OR GRAY MARKS ON DISHES DETERGENT LEFT IN DISPENSER CUPS POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Time too long between touching of selected pads. Each pad must be touched w[...]

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    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY SP~S AND FILMING Spotting can be caused by all these things: ON GLASSES AND FLATWARE ● 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 det[...]

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    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 t[...]

  • Page 21

    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.[...]

  • Page 22

    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 do[...]

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    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. I[...]

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    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 LIMITED SECOND-YEAR This warranty is extended to WARRANTY the original purchaser and any FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For the second year from date of succeeding owner for products For on[...]