Hotpoint HDA2600K, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...g 14 16 Lock Controls Feature 6 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Operating Instructions 4 6 Cycle Selection 4 Dishwashing Shortcut 6 Drying Options 5 Soil Level 4 Pots Pans 4 13 Problem Solver 18 20 Repair...

Page 2: ...he dishwasher only when it s full Let the dishes accumulate in the dishwasher When you put in only a partial load use the RINSE HOLD Cycle to rinse off heavy soils Be sure to latch the door when waiti...

Page 3: ...ely to damage tie door seal and B Load sharp knives with the handles up to reduce the risk of cut type injuries Do not touch the heating elemmt during or immediately akr use Do not operate your dishwa...

Page 4: ...nse dishware before loading Follow loading instructions on pages 14 through 16 RINSE HOLD is for rinsing partial loads which will be washed later Do not use detergent Do not use DELAY STA with this cy...

Page 5: ...off automatically To delay the stirt touch DELAY START pad The SYSTEMS MONI R will read 1 hrs delay Touch pad once again for each hour desired up to 9 hours The machine will count down and start auto...

Page 6: ...ads become inoperative and no new selections can be made until the lock is released The word LOC D appears in the SYSTEMS T I SYSTEMS MONITOR MONI R Children cannot accidentally start dishwasher by to...

Page 7: ...ed during Rinse periods following the Main Wash DRYING Indicates HEATED DRYING has been selected RINSED ONLY Indicates completion of RINSE HOLD cycle Remains on until door is unlatched HEATING Indicat...

Page 8: ...pad a second time BLOCKED An obstruction is preventing the 1 Unlatch door WASH ARM lower wash arm from turning This is usually caused by a utensil 2 Check the lower rack for any item that could block...

Page 9: ...all amount of water to remain in the bottom of tub to keep the water seal lubricated 2 If you see water entering the dishwasher close and latch the door Shut off the water supply to the dishwasher 3 I...

Page 10: ...ycle again Check the guide on pages 8 10 for things you can do to correct the problem WHAT TO DO Avoid showers or laundry just prior to running the dishwasher Use the DELAY START feature to start dish...

Page 11: ...La I lEnraH 6 6 6 0 3 8 9 Pre Wash p Rinse Pre Rinse 11 k iiJrrE l lFtiEelH 46 4 10 3 8 9 Pre Wash p Rin e Pre RinSe 10 2 8 9 1 ain l R ie lLR1 l 38 33 28 72 Pre RlnSe Pre RlnSe w ti 7 7 4 P i l Ex lk...

Page 12: ...tergent How to use a rinse Went A rinse agent makes water flow off dishes quicker than usual This lessens water spotting and makes drying faster too For best dishwashing performance use of a rinse age...

Page 13: ...them away It can handle smll amounts of soft foods but large amounts will be difficult to handle 3 Try to remove food scraps and place dishes in dishwasher before soil has a chance to dry and become h...

Page 14: ...per wash arm is not blocked How to load the P RACK careful not to let a portion of an item such as a pot or dish handle extend through the bottom rack This could block the wash arm and cause poor wash...

Page 15: ...latters pots and bowls along the sides in corners or in the back Shelf Down The folding shelf gives you extra space for cups and long utensils on two levels Load the lower level first then fold the sh...

Page 16: ...wer side does not shield the soiled surface inside from the water I Precaution Put flatware in the removable basket with handles up to Take out anything that may fall or extend through the protect you...

Page 17: ...g immediately Salty or acid foods can stain if left on Sterling Silver YES Don t put in same silverware Rinse if not washing immediately Salty or acid foods can and Silver plate basket with stainless...

Page 18: ...12 Unload the bottom rack first Water from dishes in the top rack maybe spilling into the bottom rack Check for improper loading Dishes shouldn t nest together Avoid overloading Check the rinse agent...

Page 19: ...d allow the dishwasher to complete the cycle If vinegar rinse doesn t work Repeat as above except use 1 4 cup 60ml of citric acid crystals instead of vinegar Most drugstores carry citric acid crystals...

Page 20: ...a plumber If dishwasher drains into a disposer run the disposer to clear Be sure the disposer is not clogged See the SYSTEMS MONI R pages 8 10 SUDS IN THE TUB Sudsing detergents are not meant for dish...

Page 21: ...I lk W JT S j Ml J 7 a If you have an air gap check it at least once a month IT IS N PART OF YOUR DISHWASHER IT IS NW COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY The air gap is easy to clean With most types first turn o...

Page 22: ...de trim and screws How to change lower panel inserts 1 Remove four panel attachment screws Two above the panel two below the panel 2 Remove the entire panel 3 Take out three screws and remove the top...

Page 23: ...further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details incl...

Page 24: ...g peeling or rusting Boot w mMotor son J J servicers during normal working hours Hose Look in the White or Yellow Pages Sprayarm J fi n of your telephone directory for HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL...