Symbols on the Hotpoint-Ariston dishwasher

Now that you've connected your dishwasher, the next step is starting it up. Before you press the start button, you need to understand the icons on your Hotpoint-Ariston dishwasher. The instructions included with your dishwasher will help you with this. If you're still unclear, let's try to figure it out together.

Layout of buttons and icons

Hotpoint-Ariston produces various types of dishwashers, and the layout of the control panel with buttons and icons will depend on the type. Of course, on built-in models, all buttons and indicators are most often located on the top edge of the door. There's no need to place them on the front.

It's a completely different story if it's a freestanding dishwasher, as it has a panel with buttons and icons on the front of the door. The buttons may be labeled, but not in Russian. Therefore, it can be difficult to figure out how to use them without explanations and instructions. It's good if the symbols are intuitive, such as a picture of a saucepan or an asterisk. But what if they aren't? Let's take a closer look at all the icons.

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It's worth noting that the symbols on Ariston dishwashers aren't particularly difficult to decipher, and they're fairly easy to remember. We'll try to describe all the buttons you might find on this brand's dishwashers.

• The first protruding key is the dishwasher power button.
• The button with the letter "P" (from the English word "program") is the program selection button.
• The indicator with the letter "S" (from the English word "salt") informs about the presence of salt in the dishwasher.
• An indicator with crosses, like sparks from the shine of dishes, indicates the presence of rinse aid.
• Pot and plate with three horizontal lines – washing mode with intensive water pressure, the duration of which is approximately 2 hours 25 minutes.
• Pot and plate without lines - standard wash cycle lasting 1 hour 50 minutes.
• The plate with two wavy lines through it is a pre-rinse lasting 8 minutes.
• Three wavy lines – pre-soaking, lasting 12 minutes.
• “ECO 50” is an eco-wash mode at a temperature of 50 degrees, and the longest one in terms of time - 2 hours 35 minutes.
• The plate with the inscription “R” is the fastest mode or express wash. In this mode, the machine will wash no more than 10 items of lightly soiled dishes in 25 minutes.
• A square with a fraction of ½ is a half-load mode, which reduces the time spent washing dishes.
• Pot and glass – automatic double wash, which allows you to wash pots in the lower basket and glassware in the upper one, duration 1 hour 48 minutes.
• A plate with a spoon and fork is an everyday wash with a limited load. For example, 4 place settings, 1 pot, and 1 frying pan. The cycle lasts about an hour.
• The plate with vertical lines, one dotted line, and two wavy lines is the "Guest" mode. It's suitable for dusty, rarely used dishes, for rinsing. The cycle lasts 32 minutes.
• Glassware – delicate cycle, like for crystal. Wash at low temperature for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
• Baby bottle and pacifier – the so-called "Baby" mode, which only loads the top basket. You can disinfect bottles, nipples, baby rings, cups, and glasses. Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes.

Review of popular Ariston dishwasher models

The markings described above on Ariston dishwashers are similar across many models. Here's an overview of some models.

Hotpoint-Ariston HSIE 2B0 C

This fully integrated model features a narrow body and a capacity of up to 10 place settings. The dishwasher features fully electronic controls, with buttons located on the inside edge of the door. On average, the machine consumes up to 8 liters of water per cycle, depending on the selected program. It produces a noise level of 51 dB. It has five programs for dishes of varying degrees of soiling.

This dishwasher has a super-fast wash cycle for small loads of dishes.

Additional features include leak protection and an audible signal at the end of the program. This model features standard drying (condensation). A cutlery basket and a glass holder are also included. The average price for this model is $260.

Hotpoint-Ariston HSCIE 2B0

A slim, built-in dishwasher with a maximum capacity of 10 place settings. This model is similar to the previous model in most features. However, it uses up to 11.5 liters of water. It has salt and rinse aid indicators, and a half-load mode. The longest program lasts 240 minutes and the shortest about 25 minutes. The average price of this model is $300.

Many users praise the user-friendly interface and excellent cleaning quality. The dishwasher's capacity is sufficient for a family of three. Users often use the express mode for a quick wash after dinner. Overall, users agree that this is a decent dishwasher at a reasonable price.

Hotpoint-Ariston HSFE 1B0 C

This freestanding machine has a narrow body and a capacity of 10 place settings. The control panel with program icons is located on the front of the door. Its most significant difference from previous models is its 7 wash modes and 5 temperature settings, as well as a delayed start timer for 2 to 6 hours.

Among the special programs, we note the pre-soak mode, which is essential for cleaning heavily soiled pans and pots. Drying, as in previous dishwashers, is condensation drying. The machine beeps at the end of the cycle. In addition to the dish racks, the set also includes a glass rack and a fork and spoon rack.

Users of this dishwasher note the high cleaning quality. Some also say it's perfectly safe to run the machine at night, as it operates quietly. The controls are simple and intuitive. However, among the drawbacks, some note the lack of a display (this model only has indicator lights). The average price for a dishwasher is $270.

   

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