Hotpoint LST 216 User Manual

Instruction booklet
DISHWASHER
Contents
Installation, 2-5
Positioning and levelling
Technical data
Electrical connection
Connecting the water supply
Ecodesign Regulation
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 cycles, 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 arms
Cleaning the water inlet filter
Cleaning the filters
Leaving the machine unused for extended periods
Precautions and advice, 12
General safety
Disposal
Saving energy and respecting the environment
Troubleshooting, 13
After Sales Service, 14
After Sales Service
Essential Contact Information
Parts and Accessories
Appliance Registration
Hotpoint Guarantee, 15
LST 216
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English, 1

Hotpoint LST 216 Specifications

General

Brand	Hotpoint
Model	LST 216
Category	Dishwasher
Language	English

Summary

Installation

Positioning and levelling

Instructions for placing and leveling the appliance.

Advice regarding the first wash cycle

Guidance for the first wash cycle after installation.

Technical data

Key specifications and measurements of the dishwasher.

Electrical Connection

Details on connecting the appliance to the electrical supply.

Connecting the water supplies

Instructions for connecting the water inlet and drain hoses.

Sink Waste System

How to connect the dishwasher's drain hose to the waste system.

Anti-flooding protection

Explanation of the anti-flooding system and safety warnings.

Ecodesign Regulation

Information on the ECO wash cycle and energy consumption standards.

Description of the appliance

Overall view

Diagram and list of external parts of the dishwasher.

Control panel

Explanation of the buttons, lights, and indicators on the control panel.

Loading the racks

Lower rack

How to load items into the lower dishwasher rack.

Cutlery basket

Instructions for placing cutlery in the basket.

Upper rack

How to load delicate and lightweight items into the upper rack.

Adjusting the height of the upper rack

How to adjust the upper rack height for better loading.

Items which should not be washed in the dishwasher

List of items that are not safe to wash in the dishwasher.

Start-up and use

Starting the dishwasher

Step-by-step guide to starting a wash cycle.

Modifying a wash cycle in progress

How to change a wash cycle once it has started.

Adding extra crockery

How to add more items during a wash cycle.

Accidental interruptions

What happens if the cycle is interrupted and how to resume.

Measuring out the detergent

Guidance on using the correct amount of detergent for optimal results.

Wash cycles

eco

Environmentally friendly wash cycle with low energy consumption.

Normal

Standard daily wash cycle for normally soiled dishes.

Soak

Preliminary wash cycle for dishes awaiting completion.

Intensive

For extremely soiled dishes and pans.

Rapid

Economic and fast wash for lightly soiled dishes.

Delicate

For delicate items sensitive to high temperatures.

Rinse aid and refined salt

Measuring out the rinse aid

How to fill and adjust the rinse aid dispenser.

Setting the water hardness

How to set the water hardness for optimal performance.

Measuring out the refined salt

How to fill the salt dispenser and related precautions.

Care and maintenance

Shutting off the water and electricity supplies

Steps to safely disconnect power and water before cleaning.

Cleaning the dishwasher

How to clean the external and internal surfaces of the appliance.

Preventing unpleasant odours

Tips to prevent odors by keeping seals clean and door ajar.

Cleaning the sprayer arms

How to clean the sprayer arms and their holes.

Cleaning the water inlet filter

Instructions for cleaning the filter in the water inlet hose.

Cleaning the filters

How to clean the main filter assembly for optimal performance.

Leaving the machine unused for extended periods

Procedures for storing the appliance when not in use.

Precautions and advice

General safety

Important safety instructions for using the appliance.

Disposal of old electrical appliances

Guidelines for safely disposing of old appliances.

Saving energy and respecting the environment

Tips for saving energy and water during operation.

Phosphate-free and chlorine-free detergents containing enzymes

Recommendations for using environmentally friendly detergents.

Recycling & Disposal Information

Information on recycling packaging and appliance components.

Troubleshooting

The dishwasher does not start or cannot be controlled

Solutions for when the dishwasher fails to start or respond.

The door won't close

Troubleshooting steps for a door that does not close properly.

No water drains out from the dishwasher.

Causes and solutions for water not draining from the appliance.

The dishwasher makes excessive noise.

Reasons for excessive noise and how to fix it.

The dishes and glasses are covered in a white film or limescale deposits.

Solutions for limescale or white film on dishes.

The dishes and glasses are streaked or have a bluish tinge.

Causes and remedies for streaking or bluish tints on dishes.

The crockery has not been dried properly.

Reasons for improper drying and how to improve it.

The dishes are not clean.

Troubleshooting steps for dishes not being cleaned effectively.

The dishwasher does not take any water in - Tap shut-off alarm

Solutions for the appliance not taking in water, indicated by alarms.

Water inlet hose alarm / Water inlet filter blocked

Troubleshooting for water inlet alarms and blocked filters.

After Sales Service

Hotpoint Service

Information on the Hotpoint service team and contact details.

Appliance Registration

How to register the appliance for warranty benefits.

Parts and Accessories

Information on ordering genuine parts and accessories.

Guarantee

12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee

Details of the standard 12-month manufacturer's guarantee.

5 Year Parts Guarantee

Information about the optional 5-year parts guarantee.

Extended Guarantees

Options for purchasing extended warranty protection plans.

Free Helpdesk Service

Details of the free helpdesk service available for initial issues.