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Instruction booklet
DISHWASHER
Contents
Installation, 2-5
Positioning and levelling
Technical data
Electrical connection
Connecting the water supply
Description of the appliance, 6
Overall view
Control panel
Loading the racks, 7
Lower rack
Cutlery basket
Upper rack
Start-up and use, 8
Starting the dishwasher
Loading the detergent
Washing options
Wash c cles, 9
Wash cycle table
Rinse aid and refined salt, 10
Loading the rinse aid
Loading the refined salt
Care and maintenance, 11
Shutting off the water and electricity supplies
Cleaning the dishwasher
Preventing unpleasant odours
Cleaning the sprayer ar s
Cleaning the water inlet filter
Cleaning the filters
Leaving the achine unused for extended periods
Precautions and advice, 12-13
General safety
Disposal
Saving energy and respecting the environ ent
Troubleshooting, 14
After Sales Service, 15
After Sales Service
Essential Contact Infor ation
Parts and Accessories
Appliance Registration
Hotpoint Guarantee, 16
LST 216
EN
English, 1
2
EN
Positioning and levelling
1. Re ove the appliance fro all packaging and
check that it has not been da aged during
transportation.
If it has been da aged, 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).
3. Position the dishwasher on a level and sturdy floor. If
the floor is uneven, the front feet of the appliance ay
be adjusted until it reaches a horizontal position (the
angle of inclination ust not exceed 2 degrees). If the
appliance is levelled correctly, it will be ore stable
and uch less likely to ove or cause vibrations and
noise while it is operating.
4*. Adjust the height of the rear foot fro the front of
the appliance* on the central lower part of the
dishwasher, turning a hexagonal spanner (red color)
with an opening of 8 in a clockwise direction to
increase the height or in an anticlockwise direction to
decrease the height.
Anti-condensation strip*
After installing the dishwasher, open the door and
stick the adhesive transparent strip under the
wooden shelf in order to protect it fro any
condensation that ay for .
Keep this instruction anual in a safe place for
future reference. If the appliance is sold, given away
or oved, please ensure the anual is kept with the
achine, so that the new owner ay benefit fro the
advice contained within it.
Please read this instruction anual carefully: it
contains i portant infor ation regarding the safe
installation, use and aintenance of the appliance.
If the appliance ust be oved at any ti e,
keep it in an upright position; if absolutely
necessary, it ay be tilted onto its back.
Advice regarding the first wash c cle
After the appliance has been installed, i ediately
before running the first wash cycle, co pletely fill
the salt dispenser with water and add only then
approxi ately 1 kg of salt (see chapter entitled
Rinse aid and refined salt). The water ay overflow:
this is nor al and is not a cause for concern. Select
the water hardness value (see chapter entitled Rinse
aid and refined salt). - After the salt has been
poured into the achine, the LOW SALT indicator
light* switches off.
If the salt container is not filled, the water
softener and the heating ele ent ay be da aged
as a result.
* Only available in selected odels.
Installation
Technical data
Dimensions
width 44.5 cm
height 82 cm
depth 57 cm
Capacity 10 standard place-settings
Water supply
pressure
0,05 ÷ 1MPa (0.5 ÷ 10 bar)
7,25 – 145 psi
Power supply
voltage See appliance data plate
Total absorbed
power See appliance data plate
Fuse See appliance data plate
This dishwasher conforms to
the following European
Community Directives:
-2006/95/EEC dated
16/01/2007
(Low Voltage) and subsequent
modifications
-89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility)
and subsequent modifications
-97/17/EC (Labelling)
-2002/96/ CE (Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment
WEEE)
3
EN
The dishwasher eets the require ents set out
by the regulations in force concerning safety and
electrical equip ent.
Any technical checks should be conducted
exclusively by a trained and authorised technician:
Repairs carried out by unaithorised persons will
invalidate the guarantee, as well as posing a
potential hazard to the user.
The anufacturer declines all responsibility for
da age to persons or property resulting fro failure
to observe the above precautions, fro ta pering
with even a single co ponent or fro the use of
non-original spare parts.
Electrical Connection
Before inserting the plug into the electrical socket,
ake sure that:
 the socket is earthed and co plies with current
regulations;
 the socket can withstand the axi u load of
the appliance, which is indicated on the data
plate located on the inside of the door (see
Description of the appliance);
 the power supply voltage falls within the values
indicated on the data plate on the inside of the
door;
 the socket is co patible with the plug of the
appliance. If this is not the case, ask an
authorised technician to replace the plug (see
Assistance); do not use extension cables or
ultiple sockets.
Once the appliance has been installed, the
power supply cable and the electrical socket should
be easily accessible.
The cable should not be bent or co pressed.
If the power supply cable is da aged, it ust
be replaced by the anufacturer or its Technical
Assistance Service in order to prevent all potential
hazards. (See Assistance)
This appliance must be earthed.
Fuses:your appliance co es fitted with a plug and a
13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those
rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should
be used. If you lose the fuse cover, a replace ent
ay be obtained fro your local authorised Service
Centre or Electrical co pany. Correct replace ent is
identified by colour coding or the arking on base
of plug.
DO NOT use the plug unless the fuse cover is
fitted.
Changing the Plug
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it
does not fit your socket.
To avoid a shock hazard DO NOT insert the
discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.
Wires in the ains lead are coloured accordance
with the following code:
Green/Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - Live
If you change the plug, the colour of the wires in the
ains lead ay not correspond with the ter inal
arkings in the plug, which if not coloured, could
be:
EARTH E or
NEUTRAL N
LIVE L
Changing the Mains Lead
A lead can be ordered fro Hotpoint Service
UK: 08709 066 066 or
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 220
- If you have da aged the existing lead or require a
longer one a charge will be ade. It is strongly
advised that this work is carried out by a qualified
electrician.
- If the do estic wiring includes a residual current-
operated circuit breaker, ensure that it confor s to
the latest regulations.
The dishwasher ust not be connected to the
electricity supply while installation is being carried
out.
- This appliance should only be connected to a 230/
240V AC source, via a properly installed earthed
socket.
- Use the dishwasher solely in a do estic
environ ent.
- DO NOT stand or place heavy objects on the door
when it is open, this could da age the door or
cause the appliance to tip forward.
The Co pany shall not be held responsible for
any incidents that occur if these regulations are not
observed.
4
EN Connecting the water supplies
Connection to the water and electricity supplies
should only be perfor ed by a qualified technician.
The dishwasher should not stand on top of the
water hoses or the electricity supply cable.
Connecting the water inlet hose
The water inlet (A) and outlet (B) hoses and the
electricity supply cable ay be positioned towards
the right or the left in order to achieve the best
possible installation (see figure).
 To a suitable cold water connection point: before
attaching the hose, run the water until it is
perfectly clear so that any i purities that ay be
present in the water do not clog the appliance;
after perfor ing this operation, screw the inlet
hose tightly onto a tap with a ¾ gas threaded
connection.
 To a suitable hot water connection point: your
dishwasher ay be provided with hot water fro
the ains supply (if you have a central heating
syste with radiators) provided that it does not
exceed a te perature of 60°C.
Screw the hose to the tap as described for
connection to a cold water supply.
If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a
specialist store or an authorised technician (see
Assistance).
The water pressure ust be within the values
indicated in the Technical data table (see
Installation).
The hose should not be bent or co pressed.
The appliance ust be connected to the water
supply network using new hoses.
Do not use old hoses.
Ensure that the new hose supplied is connected
and the old hose is disposed of safely.
Ensure the fill hose is only fitted to the cold
water supply. DO NOT overtighten the hose
connector, hand tight is sufficient.
Ensure the fill hose is not kinked.
Tap connections*: A range of adaptors are
available to suit your tap.
DO NOT connect the dishwasher to a single
outlet instantaneous water heater or an electric
heater.
Standpipe
Ensure that the hose is not pushed too far down the
standpipe.
If the end of your drain hose is fitted
with retaining flaps*, ensure they are
inserted fully into the standpipe. This
will prevent the pipe fro ju ping out
during installation and use.
DO NOT position the standpipe near an
electrical outlet.
ENSURE that the drain hose is not kinked and it
is routed as shown in the diagra .
The standpipe should have a bore of at least 38
(11/2). It should be installed as shown, have a trap
fitted and ust discharge into the sa e drain
syste as your household sink.
It MUST NOT be connected to a surface water
drain.
* Only available in selected odels.
5
EN
Anti- looding protection*
To ensure floods do not occur, the dishwasher:
- is provided with a special syste which blocks the
water supply in the event of ano alies or leaks fro
inside the appliance.
So e odels are also equipped with the
supple entary safety device New Acqua Stop*,
which guarantees anti-flooding protection even in the
event of a supply hose rupture.
* Only available in selected odels.
Sink Waste S stem
For under sink drainage:
 before connecting the drain hose, re ove any
internal restrictions; this will prevent a build up of
debris which could cause a blockage
 re ove any restrictions fro the waste spigot and
ensure that the sealing bung is re oved
 the hose should be routed, such that it is raised
to a ini u height of 800 (31/2).
Ensure the sink outlet pipe has a ini u
dia tere of 32 .
 Untie the end of the GREY drainage hose fro
the rear of the appliance.
 Reposition the Hooked End Support as required
along the GREY drainage hose.
 If fitting an under sink
waste disposal unit, cut
out the e brane, bung
or blanking plug.
Ensure the drain hose is securely attached, to
prevent it co ing away while the achine is in
use and causing a flood.
WARNING: HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE!
Under no circu stance should the water inlet hose
be cut as it contains live electrical parts.
The Co pany shall not be held responsible for
any incidents that occur if these regulations are not
observed.
6
EN Overall view
1. Upper rack
2. Upper sprayer ar
3. Tip-up co part ents
4. Rack height adjuster
5. Lower rack
6. Lower sprayer ar
7. Cutlery basket
8. Washing filter
9. Salt dispenser
10. Detergent and rinse aid dispensers
11. Data plate
12. Control panel***
***Only in completely built-in models.
* Only available in selected models.
Description of the appliance
Control panel
The number and type of wash cycles and options may vary depending on the dishwasher model.
ON/OFF/RESET
button
ON/OFF
indicator light
Low salt
indicator light
Select wash
cycle button
Low rinse aid
indicator light
Wash cycle indicator lights
7
EN
Loading the racks
* Only available in selected models.
** The number and position may vary.
Before loading the racks, remove all food residues from
the crockery and empty liquids from glasses and cups.
Arrange the crockery so that it is held in place firmly and
does not tip over.
After loading the appliance, check that the sprayer arms
can rotate freely.
Lower rack
The lower rack can hold pans, lids, plates, salad bowls, cutlery,
etc. as seen in the Loading examples.
Plates and large covers should be placed at the sides of the
rack, ensuring that they do not block the rotation of the upper
sprayer arm.
Some dishwasher models are fitted
with tip-up sections*, which can be
used in a vertical position when
arranging plates or in a horizontal
position when arranging pans and
salad bowls.
Cutler basket
The type of cutlery basket may vary according to the
dishwasher model The cutlery basket should be positioned at
the front of the lower rack, by sliding it between the fixed
inserts, or on the upper rack when the half load option has been
selected (in models featuring this option).
- It has a collapsible
sliding system which
means the cutlery can be
arranged in the best
possible way.
Knives and other utensils with sharp edges must be placed
in the cutlery basket with the points facing downwards, or they
must be positioned horizontally in the tip-up compartments on
the upper rack.
Cutlery basket positioning examples
Upper rack
Load this rack with delicate and lightweight crockery glasses,
tea and coffee cups, saucers, small salad bowls, saucepans
and small saucepans which are not too soiled, using the
Loading examples as a guide.
 Mugs and cups, long sharp knives and serving utensils
place these on the tip-up compartments**.
Adjusting the height o the upper rack
In order to make it easier to arrange the crockery, the upper
rack may be moved to a higher or lower level.
The height of the upper rack should ideally be adjusted
WH N TH RACK IS MPTY.
Never lift or lower the rack on one side only.
Open the left and right guide rail stops
and pull out the rack; position it higher
or lower as required, slide it along the
guide rails until the front wheels are in
place and close the stops (see figure).
If the rack is fitted with Dual Space
handles* (see figure), pull out the
upper rack until it reaches its stop
point, grip the handles at the sides of
the rack and move it upwards or
downwards, then slowly let it fall back
into place.
Loading examples or the upper rack
Loading examples or the lower rack
Items which should not be washed in the
dishwasher
 Wooden items, objects with wooden or horn handles or
glued-on parts.
 Items made from aluminium, copper, brass, pewter or tin.
 Items made from plastic material which is not heat-resistant.
 Antique or hand-painted porcelain.
 Antique silver. Silver which 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.
We recommend the use of crockery which is dishwasher
safe.
8
EN
Start-up and use
Measuring out the detergent
A good wash result also depends on the correct amount of
detergent being used; exceeding the stated amount does not
result in a more effective wash and increases environmental
pollution.
Only use detergent which has been
speci ically designed or dishwashers.
DO NOT USE washing up liquid.
Using excessive detergent may result in oam
residue remaining in the machine a ter the cycle
has ended.
The use o tablets is only recommended or
models which o er the MULTI-FUNCTIONAL
TABLETS option.
To achieve the best results rom each washing
and drying cycle, powder detergent, rinse aid
liquid and salt should be used.
Compartment A: Washing detergent
Compartment B: Pre-wash detergent
1. Open cover C by pressing
button D.
. Pour in the detergent after
consulting the Table of wash
cycles:
 For powder detergent use
compartments A and B.
 For detergent in tablet form:
when the cycle requires 1 tablet,
place it in compartment A and close the cover; when it
requires , place the second tablet at the bottom of the
appliance.
3. Remove detergent residues from the edges of the
compartment and close the cover until it clicks.
* Only available in selected models.
Starting the dishwasher
1. Turn the water tap on.
. Open the door and press the ON/OFF button: you will
hear a short beep and the ON/OFF and wash cycle
indicator lights switch on for a few seconds.
3. Measure out the detergent (see below).
4. Load the racks (see chapter entitled Loading the
racks).
5. Select the wash cycle in accordance with the type of
crockery and its soil level (see Table of wash cycles), by
pressing the P button; the indicator light corresponding
to the selected wash cycle will switch on.
7. Start the wash cycle by shutting the door: after a few
seconds have passed, a long beep signals the start of
the wash cycle.
8. Two short beeps and one long one indicate the end of
the wash cycle and the indicator light corresponding to
the wash cycle flashes slowly. Open the door, switch off
the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, shut off
the water tap and unplug the appliance from the
electricity socket.
9. Wait for a few minutes before removing the crockery,
in order to avoid burns. Unload the racks, beginning with
the lower level.
Modi ying a wash cycle in progress
If a mistake was made during the wash cycle selection
process it is possible to change the cycle, provided that it
has only just begun: open the door, taking care to avoid the
escaping steam, and press and hold the ON/OFF button;
the machine will switch off with a long beep. Switch the
machine back on using the ON/OFF button and select the
new wash cycle using the P button; start the cycle by
closing the door.
Adding extra crockery
Without switching off the machine, 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.
Accidental interruptions
If the door is opened during the wash cycle, or if there is
a power cut, the cycle stops. It starts again from the point
at which it was interrupted once the door has been shut
or the electricity supply is restored.
9
EN
Wash cycles
The number and type o wash cycles and options may vary depending on the dishwasher model.
Notes:
To make it easier to measure out the detergent, it is worth remembering that:
1 tablespoon = 15 gr. of powder = approximately 15 ml of liquid - 1 teaspoon = 5 gr. of powder = approximately 5 ml of liquid
Optimum performance levels when using the "Rapide" cycles can be achieved by observing the maximum amounts of crockery
specified.
* The Eco wash cycle adheres to the regulation EN-50242. Although it has a longer duration than other wash cycles it uses less
energy and is les harmful to the environment.
Note for Test Laboratories: for information relating to comparative EN testing conditions, please send an email to the
following address: [email protected]
I the crockery is only lightly soiled or i it has been rinsed with water be ore being placed in the
dishwasher, reduce the amount o detergent used accordingly.
Detergent
(A) = compartment A
(B) = compartment B
Wash cycle selection
instructions
Wash
cycle
Powder Liquid Tablets
Drying
Wash cycle
duration
(tolerance
±10%)
Hrs. Min.
Extremely soiled dishes and
pans (not to be used for
delicate items).
Intensive
25 g (A)
25 ml (A)
1 (A)
Yes 2:25’
Normally soiled pans and
dishes. Standard daily wash
cycle.
Normal
21 g (A)
4 g (B)
21 ml (A)
4 ml (B) 1 (A) Yes 1:50’
Preliminary wash cycle for
dishes while the load is
awaiting completion with the
dishes from the next meal.
Soak
No No No No 0:08’
Environmentally-friendly wash
cycle with low energy
consumption levels, suitable
for pans and dishes.
Eco*
21 g (A)
4 g (B)
21 ml (A)
4 ml (B) 1 (A) Yes 2:35’
Economic and fast wash to be
used for lightly soiled dishes.
(Run cycle immediately after
use) (2 plates + 2 glasses + 4
pieces of cutlery + 1 saucepan
+ 1 small frying pan). Rapide
21 g (A)
21 ml (A)
1 (A)
No
0:35’
Economic and fast wash for
delicate items which are
sensitive to high
temperatures. (Run cycle
immediately after use) (
glasses upper rack + delicate
plates, lower rack). Delicate
25 g (A)
25 g (A)
1 (A)
Yes
1:35’
10
EN
G
H
F
Rinse aid and refined salt
Only use products which have been
speci ically designed or dishwashers.
Do not use table salt or industrial salt, or
washing up liquid.
Follow the instructions given on the packaging.
If using a multi-functional product it is not necessary to
add rinse aid; however, we recommend that you add salt,
especially if you live in an area where the water is hard or
very hard. Follow the instructions given on the packaging.
I you do not add salt or rinse aid, the LOW
SALT* and LOW RINSE AID* indicator lights
remain lit.
Measuring out the rinse aid
Rinse aid makes it easier for the crockery to dry, as water
runs off surfaces more readily and therefore does not leave
streaks or marks.
The rinse aid dispenser should be filled
 When the LOW RINSE AID* indicator light on the control
panel is illuminated;
1. Open the dispenser by
turning the lid (G) in an
anticlockwise direction.
2. Pour in the rinse aid, making
sure it does not overflow from
the dispenser. If this happens,
clean the spill immediately with a
dry cloth.
3. Screw the lid back on.
N V R pour the rinse aid
directly into the appliance tub.
Adjusting the amount o rinse aid
If you are not completely satisfied with the drying results, you
may adjust the quantity of rinse aid used. Use a screwdriver
to turn the dosage adjuster (F) to one of the 6 pre-set
positions (the default position is set to 4)
 If there are streaks on the crockery, set the adjustment
device to a lower number (1-3).
 If drops of water remain on the crockery or if there are
limescale marks present after the cycle has finished, set the
adjuster to a higher number (4-6).
Setting the water hardness
Every dishwasher is equipped with a water softener which, by
using refined salt designed especially for this type of
appliance, supplies water without limescale which is then used
to wash the crockery.
This dishwasher offers a setting which helps to reduce
pollution and optimises washing performance in accordance
with the water hardness level in your area. This information can
be obtained from the organisation which supplies your
household with water.
- Open the door and switch on the machine by pressing the
ON/OFF button.
- Press the P button and hold for approximately 5 seconds;
two short beeps will sound and the indicator light
corresponding to the set degree of hardness will flash slowly
on the control panel (the water softening system is set to
number 3).
- Press the P button repeatedly until the desired hardness
level has been reached (1-2-3-4-5* see Water hardness
table).
E.g. hardness 1 (indicator light 1 flashing)
hardness 2 (indicator light 1 illuminated, indicator light 2
flashing).
hardness 3 (indicator lights 1 and 2 illuminated, indicator light
3 flashing and so on).
- To exit the function, wait approximately 30 seconds or switch off
the machine using the ON/OFF button.
Even if using multi-functional tablets, the salt dispenser should
still be filled.
(°dH = hardness measured in German degrees - °f =
hardness measured in French degrees - mmol/l = millimoles
per litre)
Measuring out the refined salt
In order to achieve the best possible results using a wash
cycle, make sure that the dispenser is never empty. 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
 When the green float* cannot be seen by simply looking at
the cap of the salt dispenser.
 When the LOW SALT* indicator light on the control panel is
illuminated;
1. Remove the lower rack and unscrew
the container cap (anticlockwise).
2. The first time you do this fill the water
tank right up to its edge.
3. Position the funnel* (see figure) and
fill the salt container right up to its edge
(this should hold approximately 1 kg); it is not unusual for a
little water to leak out.
4. Remove the funnel* and wipe any salt residue away from the
opening; rinse the cap under running water and then screw it
on, the head facing downwards so as to let the water flow out
of the four cracks which are arranged in a star shape on the
lower part of the cap. (the container cap with the green float*)
It is advisable to perform this procedure every time you
add salt to the container.
Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly, so that no detergent
can get into the container during the wash cycle (this could
damage the water softener beyond repair).
When necessary, measure out the salt before a wash
cycle so that any saline solution which has leaked out of the
salt dispenser is removed.
* Only available in selected models.
Water Hardness Table
°dH °fH mmol/l level
0 6 0 10 0 1 1
6 11 11 20 1.1 2 2
12 17 21 30 2.1 3 3
17 34 31 60 3.1 6 4
34 50 61 90 6.1 9 5*
For values between 0°f and 10°f, we do not
recommend the use of salt.
* this setting may cause a slight increase in the
duration of the cycle.