Indesit D2I HL326 UK 60cm Fully Integrated Dishwasher - 14 Place Settings - E Rated

Instructions for Use: Getting the Best from Your Indesit Dishwasher

To ensure your dishes come out sparkling and your appliance runs smoothly for years to come, follow these essential guidelines:

1. Important Installation Note: The Cabinet Door

• Panel Required: As a fully integrated model, this dishwasher does not come with a finished front door. You must attach a wooden cabinet door (supplied by your kitchen retailer) to the front of the machine using the provided fixing kit so it blends seamlessly with your kitchen units.

• Plumbing: Ensure the waste hose is connected securely to your under-sink plumbing and is elevated slightly before it joins the pipe to prevent sink water from flowing back into the dishwasher.

2. First-Time Setup (Salt & Rinse Aid)

• Water Softener: If you live in a hard water area, you must add dedicated Dishwasher Salt to the reservoir located at the bottom of the tub. Unscrew the cap, fill it with salt, and top it up with a little water for the very first use. This prevents limescale from clouding your glasses.

• Rinse Aid: Fill the Rinse Aid dispenser located next to the detergent compartment on the inside of the door. This ensures your dishes dry properly without water spots. The machine will illuminate a warning light on the panel when either of these needs refilling.

3. Loading the Machine Correctly

• Bottom Basket: Place your heaviest and most soiled items here—dinner plates, saucepans, and serving bowls. Ensure tall items do not block the spinning spray arm located just above the basket.

• Top Basket: Use this for smaller, delicate items like glasses, mugs, side plates, and plastic Tupperware. Placing plastics on the top rack prevents them from getting too close to the heating element at the bottom.

• Cutlery: Drop your knives, forks, and spoons into the provided basket. Mix the silverware up so the water can circulate freely between them, and always place sharp knives pointing downwards.

4. Essential Maintenance

• Clean the Filter: At the base of the machine, twist and remove the cylindrical filter once a week. Rinse it under a hot tap to remove trapped food debris. A clean filter is the number one secret to preventing bad odours and ensuring perfect wash results every time.

• Check the Spray Arms: Every few months, check the spinning spray arms for blocked holes (often caused by small seeds or limescale). They can be easily unclipped, rinsed out under the tap, and snapped back into place.