Hoover DDY 062 Freestanding Dynamic Dishwasher User Manual

Hoover DDY 062 Freestanding Dynamic Dishwasher

Please read the instructions in this booklet carefully because they contain important information on how to install, use, and maintain your dishwasher safely, as well as containing useful tips on how to make the most of it. Keep this booklet safe for future reference.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

There are certain basic safety rules that are valid for any domestic appliance.

Installation

• Make sure that the plug fitted to the machine is compatible with the power supply socket. If it is not, get a suitably qualified person to fit the correct type and to make sure that the cables to the mains socket are able to cope with the power rating of the appliance.
• Ensure that the dishwasher does not crush power cables.
• In general, it is not advisable to use adaptors, multiple plugs, and/or extension cables.
• Should it be necessary to replace the supply cord, call the After Sales Service Centre.

Safety

• Never touch the appliance when your hands or feet are wet or damp.
• Do not use when your feet are bare.
• Do not remove the plug from the mains supply socket by pulling the mains cable or the machine itself.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, sun, etc.).
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or the lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Water left in the machine or on the dishes at the end of the wash programme should not be swallowed.
• The door should not be left in the open position since this could present a potential hazard (e.g., tripping).
• Leaning or sitting on the open door of the dishwasher could cause it to tip over.

WARNING! Knives and other utensils with sharp points must be loaded in the basket with their points down or placed in a horizontal position.

Daily use

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
• farmhouses;
• by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments;
•  bed and breakfast-type environments.
• A different use of this appliance from the household environment or from typical housekeeping functions, such as commercial use by expert or trained users, is excluded, even in the above applications. If the appliance is used in a manner inconsistent with this, it may reduce the life of the appliance and may void the manufacturer’s warranty.
• Any damage to the appliance or other damage or loss arising through use that is not consistent with domestic or household use (even if located in a domestic or household environment) shall not be accepted by the manufacturer to the fullest extent permitted by law.
• The dishwasher is designed for normal kitchen utensils. Objects that have been contaminated by petrol, paint, traces of steel or iron, corrosive chemicals, acids, or alkalis must not be washed in the dishwasher.
• If there is a water softening device installed in the home, there is no need to add salt to the water softener fitted in the dishwasher.
• Cutlery is washed best if it is placed in the basket with the handles downwards.
• If the appliance breaks down or stops working properly, switch it off, turn off the water supply, and do not tamper with it. Repair work should only be carried out by an approved service agent, and only genuine spare parts should be fitted. Any failure to follow the above advice may have serious consequences for the safety of the appliance.

Disposal

• The dishwasher has been made from materials that can be recycled, so that it can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.
• If you wish to dispose of an old dishwasher, be careful to remove the door to eliminate the risk of children becoming trapped inside it.

INSTALLATION (Technical notes)

• After unpacking, adjust the height of the dishwasher. For the dishwasher to work correctly, it must be level. Adjust the feet so that the machine does not tilt by more than 2 degrees.
• If you need to move the machine after removing the packaging, do not try to lift it by the bottom of the door. Follow the instructions in the figure below. Open the door slightly and lift the machine by holding on to the top.

Electrical connection

• Plug your dishwasher into the power socket.
• If the plug we supply does not fit:

CUT IT OFF AND DESTROY IT!

• You can’t use it on other appliances, and the exposed wires could be dangerous if anyone plugs it in.
• Fit a suitable plug, as follows:

Fuses and plugs

This appliance should be used only on a socket with a minimum rating of 13 Amps. Our ready-fitted plug is already equipped with a 13 Amp fuse, which is BS 1362 ASTA approved. Any replacement should be exactly the same. If the fuse cover is lost, do not use the plug until it is replaced. A correct replacement fuse cover (obtainable from your dealer or Electricity Board) must be the same colour as shown or named on the insert on the base of the plug.

Water connection

• IMPORTANT: The appliance must be connected to the water mains using new hose-sets. The old hose sets should not be reused.
• The inlet and drain hoses can be directed to the left or the right. IMPORTANT: The dishwasher can be connected to either cold or hot water, as long as it is no hotter than 60 °C.
• Water pressure must be between 0.08 MPa and 0.8 MPa. If the pressure is below the minimum, consult our service department for advice.
• The inlet hose must be connected to a tap so that the water supply can be cut off when the machine is not in use (fig. 1 B).
• The dishwasher is fitted with a 3/4″ threaded connector (fig. 2).
• Connect inlet hose “A” to water tap “B” with a 3/4″ attachment, making sure that it has been properly tightened.
• If it is necessary, the inlet pipe can be lengthened up to 2.5 m. The extension pipe is available from the After Sales Service Centre.
• If limescale deposits or sand are present in the water, it is advisable to obtain the appropriate filter, art. 9226085, from the After Sales Service Centre (fig. 3). The filter “D” must be inserted between the tap “B” and the inlet hose “A”, remembering to fit the washer “C”.
• If the dishwasher is connected to new pipes or to pipes that have not been in use for a long time, run water through for a few minutes before connecting the inlet hose. In this way, no deposits of sand or rust will clog up the water inflow filter.

Connecting the outlet hose

• The outlet hose should discharge into a standpipe, making sure that there are no kinks (fig. 4).
• The standpipe must be at least 40 cm above floor level, and it must have an internal diameter of at least 4 cm.
• It is advisable to fit an anti-odour air trap (fig. 4X).
• If necessary, the outlet hose can be extended up to 2.5 m, provided that it is kept at a maximum height of 85 cm above floor level. The extension pipe is available from the After Sales Service Centre.
• The hose can be hooked over the side of the sink, but it must not be immersed in water, in order to prevent water from being siphoned back to the machine when this is in operation (fig. 4Y).
• When installing the appliance under a worktop, the hose pipe clamp must be attached to the wall in the highest possible position under the worktop (fig. 4Z).
• Check that there are no kinks in the inlet and outlet hoses.

INSTALLATION IN FITTED KITCHENS

Fitting between existing cabinets

• The height of the dishwasher, 85 cm, has been designed in order to allow the machine to be fitted between existing cabinets of the same height in modern fitted kitchens. The feet can be adjusted so that the correct height is reached.
• The laminated top of the machine does not require any particular care since it is heatproof, scratchproof, and stainproof (fig. 5).

Underneath the existing worktop (when fitting beneath a worktop)

• In most modern fitted kitchens, there is only one single worktop under which cabinets and electrical appliances are fitted. In this case, remove the worktop of the dishwasher by unscrewing the screws under the rear edge of the top (fig. 6a). IMPORTANT: After removing the worktop, the screws MUST BE screwed again under the rear edge of the top (fig. 6b).
• The height will then be reduced to 82 cm, as scheduled by the International Regulations (ISO), and the dishwasher will fit perfectly under the kitchen working top (fig. 7).

Opening the door

Put your hand into the recess and pull. If the machine comes open while it is working, an electrical safety device automatically switches everything off.

Closing the door

Place the baskets in the machine. Make sure that both spray arms are free to rotate and are not obstructed by cutlery, crockery, or pans. Close the door, pressing on it to make sure it is firmly shut.

WATER SOFTENER UNIT

Depending on the source of the supply, water contains varying amounts of limestone and minerals, which are deposited on the dishes, leaving whitish stains and marks. The higher the level of these minerals present in the water, the harder the water is.

The dishwasher is fitted with a water softener unit, which, through the use of special regenerating salt, supplies softened water for washing the dishes. The degree of hardness of your water can be obtained from your water supply company.

Regulating the water softener

The softener unit can treat water with a hardness of up to 90°fH (French grading) or 50°dH (German grading) through 6 different settings. The table below lists different degrees of water hardness with the corresponding setting for the softener unit.

The water softener unit is set in the factory at level 3, as this is suitable for the majority of users. According to the degree of hardness of your water, regulate the softener unit in the following way: IMPORTANT: The dishwasher must always be off before starting this procedure.

1. Hold down the “PROGRAMME SELECTION” button and at the same time switch on the dishwasher by pressing the “ON/OFF” button (a brief audible signal will sound).
2. Keep the “PROGRAMME SELECTION” button pressed for at least 5 seconds UNTIL an audible signal sounds. Some “PROGRAMME SELECTION” indicator lights will come on to indicate the current water softener setting level.
3. Press the same button again to select the required water softener level: each time the button is pressed, one indicator light will come on (the water softener level is indicated by the number of lights on). For level 5, 4 lights will flash; for level 0, all lights will be off.
4. Turn off the dishwasher by pressing the “ON/OFF” button to confirm the new setting.

LOADING THE SALT

• At the bottom of the machine, there is a container for the salt for regenerating the softener.
• It is important to use only a salt that is specifically designed for dishwashers. Other types of salt contain small quantities of insoluble particles, which, over a long period of time, may affect and deteriorate the softener’s performance.
• To add salt, unscrew the cap of the container on the bottom and then refill the container.
• During this operation, a little water will overflow, but keep adding salt until the container is full. When the container is full, clean the thread of salt residue and retighten the cap.
• After loading the salt, it is recommended to run a complete washing cycle, or the COLD RINSE programme. The salt dispenser has a capacity of between 1.5 and 1.8 kg, and, for efficient use of the appliance, it should be refilled from time to time according to the regulations of the water softener unit.

Salt loading indicator

This model is provided with an indicator light on the control panel, which will light up when it is necessary to reload the salt container.

ADJUSTMENT OF THE UPPER BASKET

If 27 cm to 31 cm plates are normally used, load them onto the lower basket after the upper basket has been placed in its upper position and proceed as detailed below:

1. Turn the front stops “A” outwards.
2. Take out the basket and remount it in the upper position.
3. Replace a block “A” in its original position.

Dishes that are bigger than 20 cm in diameter can no longer be loaded onto the upper basket, and the mobile supports cannot be used when the basket is in the upper position.

LOADING DISHES

Using the upper basket

• The upper basket is provided with mobile racks hooked to the sides of the basket, which can be adjusted into two positions: upright and lowered.
• In the lowered position, the racks may be used for such items as tea and coffee cups, kitchen knives, and ladles. Also, glasses with stems may be safely hung on the ends of the racks. Glasses, cups, saucers, and dessert plates may be loaded under the racks.
• In the upright position, the racks allow you to load dinner plates and soup plates. Plates should be loaded vertically with the underside of the plate towards the back of the dishwasher, with a space between each plate to allow water to pass freely.
• It is advisable that the plates loaded into the dishwasher together be the same size in order to utilize the total basket capacity.
• Plates may be loaded in a single row or on both rows.
• It is advisable to load large plates (approx. 27 cm or more) slightly tilted towards the rear to facilitate the introduction of the basket into the machine.
• Salad bowls and plastic bowls may also be loaded on the upper basket. It is advisable to block these in place so that the jets of water do not overturn them.
• The upper basket has been designed to offer maximum flexibility in use and can be loaded with up to 24 plates on two rows, up to 30 glasses on five rows, or a mixed load.

A standard daily load is represented in Figures 1, 2, and 3.

Upper basket (fig. 1)

• A = soup plates
• B = dinner plates
• C = dessert plates
• D = saucers
• E = cups
• F = glasses

Upper basket (fig. 2)

• A = soup plates
• B = dinner plates
• C = dessert plates
• D = saucers
• E = cups
• F = glasses
• G = single-section cutlery basket

Upper basket (fig. 3)

• A = glasses
• B = saucers
• C = cups
• D = small bowl
• E = medium bowl
• F = large bowl
• G = serving spoons

Using the lower basket

• Saucepans, oven dishes, tureens, salad bowls, lids, serving dishes, dinner plates, soup plates, and ladles can be loaded on the lower basket.
• Place the cutlery in the plastic cutlery holder with the handles pointing upwards.
• Place the cutlery holder on the lower basket (fig. 4 and 5), making sure that the cutlery does not get in the way of the rotating arms.

A standard daily load is represented in Figures 4 and 5.

Lower basket (fig. 4)

• A = medium-sized saucepan
• B = large saucepan
• C = frying pan
• D = lids
• E = tureens, serving dishes
• F = cutlery
• G = oven dishes

Lower basket (fig. 5)

• A = soup plates
• B = dinner plates
• C = dessert plates
• D = serving dish
• E = cutlery

Cutlery basket (fig. 6)

The cutlery basket is made with two detachable parts, which will enable various loading options. The two parts can be detached by sliding the left section away from the right section. The top of the cutlery basket can be removed to enable various loading options.

INFORMATION FOR THE TEST LABORATORIES

Please ask information required for comparison testing and measuring noise levels, according to the EN normative, to the following address: [email protected]. In the request, please specify the model name and number of the dishwasher (see rating plate).

LOADING THE DETERGENT

The detergent

IMPORTANT: It is essential to use a detergent that is specifically designed for dishwashers, either in powder, liquid, or tablet form.

• “FINISH” gives very good results and can be easily obtained.
• Unsuitable detergents (like those for washing up by hand) do not contain the proper ingredients for use in a dishwasher and stop the dishwasher from working correctly.

Filling the detergent container

The detergent container is inside the door (fig. A “2”). If the lid of the container is closed, press the button (A) to open. At the end of every wash cycle, the lid is always open and ready for the next time the dishwasher is used.

WARNING! When loading the lower basket, please ensure that the plates or other items do not obstruct the detergent dispenser.

The amount of detergent to be used varies according to how dirty the dishes are and the type of dishes to be washed. We advise using 20–30 g of detergent in the wash section of the detergent compartment (B).

After pouring the detergent into the container, close the lid, firstly pushing (1) and then pressing on it (2) until you hear the click.

Since not all detergents are the same, the instructions on the boxes of detergent can vary. We should just like to remind users that too little detergent does not clean the dishes properly, whilst too much detergent will not produce better results and is also a waste.

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