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Hotpoint HDA797K manual

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  • Page 1

    o 0 0 ConknW Air Gap 11 ADDlianCe Registration 2 Care and Cleaning 11 China, Crystal, S;erling 10 Cycle Features 4 Detergent, Detergent Guide 6, 7 Dispenser Cups 7 Door Latch 4 Energy-Saving Tips 2 Front Panel Color Change 11 Loading 8,9 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Guide 4,5 Cycle Selection 5 Drying Options 4 Soil Level 7 Plate Warmer 5 Pr[...]

  • Page 2

    Help us help you... Before usingyourdishwasher, Write downthe model and read this book carefully. serial numbers. 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 Hotpoi[...]

  • Page 3

    W~G–When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: ● Use this apptiance only for its intended purpose, as you wi~ find described in this Use and Care Book. ● This dishwasher must be properly insta~ed and located in accortice with the InsWation btructions before it is used. If you did not receive [...]

  • Page 4

    How to operate your dishwasher Door Latch Cycle Indicator Dial (Loqked) - (Turn:0 Start) I Imm STEP 1. Load your dishwasher with dishes, silverware, pots, pans, bowls, etc. according to instructions on pages 8 and 9. STEP 2. Add detergent to the detergent dispenser. Make sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFF position before adding detergent. (See[...]

  • Page 5

    ● For PLATE WA~ER cycle: a. Load clean plates and dishes to be warmed. b. Select DRYING HEAT–ON drying option. c. Uave the door unlatched. LIGHT WASH ■ ON ■ OFF ■ @ ● . RINSE ::;;.: HOLO HEATW PLATE WARMER ■ SCLE~DRYIN. HEAT% d. e. Slowly turn Cycle Indicator Dial clockwise to PLATE WARMER position. Latch the door to start the cycle. [...]

  • Page 6

    God dishwashing starts showers, give your water heater with H~ water. time to recover before operating the To get dishes clean and dry, you need hot wdter, To help you get water of the proper temperature, your dishwasher automatically heats the water in the wash cycle. For good washing and drying, the entering water must be at least 120°F. To prev[...]

  • Page 7

    You’ll find two detergent dispensers on the inside door of your dishwasher. Two, because some cycles use two washes. I I See “Detergent Usage Guide” below. (Be sure the Cycle Indicator Dial is at OFFposition before adding detergent. Otherwise, the detergent cup will not close and latch properly.) How to prepare the dishes for washing If this [...]

  • Page 8

    How to load your dkhwasher fiis is a random mixed load, the most common tvve . . . 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. WAXH OmFOR THIS. Th[...]

  • Page 9

    How to load the BOTTOM WCK Fit plates and saucers between the pins. Load platters, pots and bowls along the sides, in corners or in the back. 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 ;ngled provided the-lower s;de does not shield the soi[...]

  • Page 10

    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 anodind 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 manu[...]

  • Page 11

    Care and Cleaning USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Built-in dishwashers often use an air gap. Keep it clean. An air gap is a plumbing device. It protects your dishwasher against water backing up into it if a drain clogs. The air gap is not a part of the dishwasher. And you may not even have one. Not all plumbing codes require air gaps. If you have an [...]

  • Page 12

    - m Questions? — ---- Use This fioblem Solver - PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DISHWASHER A fuse in your home maybe blown, or the circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse or reset WON’T RUN circuit breaker. Remove any other appliances from the circuit. UNUSUAL NOISE Utensils may not be secure on rack pins. Or something small may have dropped fr[...]

  • Page 13

    PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY DETERGENT CUP Cycle Indicator dial must be in OFF position for cup to latch properly. If you unlatch WON’T LA~H the door and open it to dry your dishes, the Cycle Indicator does not advance to OFF AFTER ADDING by itself. DETERGENT SP~S AND FILMING Spotting can be caused by all these things: ON GLASSES AND FLATWAR[...]

  • Page 14

    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 8 & 9 for correct way to load glassware.) Make sure till glasses and stemware will clear the top of the tub when you push the rack into t[...]

  • Page 15

    If You Need Service To obtiin 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[...]

  • Page 16

    YOUR HOTPOINT 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[...]