Brand: Haier
Category: Dishwashers
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for HDW9-TFE3WH
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:22 p.m.
Warranty Information
Refer to specific warranty documentation for detailed information on coverage and duration.
Getting to know your appliance
Familiarize yourself with the control panel, including indicators for power, delay start, and rinse aid. Identify the dishwasher interior components like racks, spray arms, and filter.
How to fill the rinse aid container
Locate the rinse aid dispenser on the inside of the door. To open, turn the cap counter-clockwise. Pour in rinse aid, but do not overfill. Adjust the dosage using the adjuster located beneath the cap, with settings from 1 to 6. Correct dosage is crucial for drying and preventing spots.
How to fill the detergent dispenser
Use detergent specifically designed for dishwashers. Refill before each wash cycle. Open the dispenser cover by pressing the button. Pour detergent for the main wash into compartment "6" and for pre-wash into compartment "7". Close the cover until it clicks.
Loading the Dishwasher
Remove large food scraps before loading. Place pots, pans, and serving dishes face down on the lower rack. Delicate items like glasses and cups go on the upper rack. Adjust the upper rack height if needed for larger items below.
Programme selection
Choose a programme based on the type of crockery, amount of residue, and desired outcome. Use "normal" for lightly soiled mixed dishes. Consider selecting a lower temperature program for small loads to save energy.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
| ...when the appliance is switched on | ||
| Appliance does not start up | Fault with fuse in mains electricity supply. | Check fuse. |
| Plug not inserted in wall socket. | Ensure plug is inserted. | |
| Appliance door not closed properly. | Close door properly. | |
| Programme button has not been pressed. | Press programme button. | |
| Water tap not turned on. | Turn water tap on. | |
| Blocked filter in water intake hose. | Clean filter. | |
| ...with the appliance itself | ||
| Error display on the time-remaining indicator (E3) | The drain hose is too low. | Check and adjust drain hose height. |
| Error display (E4) | The drain hose is creased or kinked. | Straighten or unkink the drain hose. |
| The drain hose is too high. | Check and adjust drain hose height. | |
| Error display (E5) | Water is turned on and hose connected properly. | Check water supply and connection. |
| Water supply to house is on and has sufficient pressure. | Check water pressure. | |
| Water supply hose is creased or kinked. | Straighten or unkink the water supply hose. | |
| Filter for water supply hose is clogged. | Clean the filter. | |
| The drain hose is too low. | Check and adjust drain hose height. | |
| Error display (E2 or E6) | Contact nearest authorised service centre. | Contact service. |
| Lower spray arm rotates with difficulty. | Spray arm is blocked by small items or food residue. | Clean spray arm. |
| Detergent compartment lid cannot be closed | Detergent compartment has been overfilled. | Remove excess detergent. |
| Mechanism is clogged with remnants of detergent. | Clean mechanism. | |
| Remnants of detergent stuck inside dispenser. | Compartment was damp when filled. | Ensure compartment is dry before adding detergent. |
| Water remains inside appliance after programme has ended. | Blockage or kink in drainage hose. | Check and clear drainage hose. |
| Pump is jammed. | Contact service. | |
| Filters are blocked. | Clean filters. | |
| The programme is still running. | Wait for the programme to end. | |
| ...during washing | ||
| Unusual amount of foam is created | Normal washing up liquid poured into rinse-aid container. | Remove spilled rinse aid. |
| Spilled rinse aid. | Remove spilled rinse aid. | |
| Appliance stops suddenly while washing is taking place | Electricity supply has been cut off. | Check electricity supply. |
| Water supply has been interrupted. | Check water supply. | |
| Knocking sound can be heard while washing is taking place | A spray arm is knocking against dishes. | Rearrange dishes. |
| Rattling sound can be heard while washing is taking place | Crockery has not been stacked properly. | Restack crockery. |
| Knocking sound coming from inlet valves | Caused by water pipe layout; no effect on function. | No remedy. |
| ...with the dishes, cutlery, etc. | ||
| Food residue is stuck to the dishes, cutlery, etc. | Dishwasher not loaded properly; jets blocked. | Load properly, ensure jets are clear. |
| Too many items in the rack. | Do not overload. | |
| Items in rack touching each other. | Arrange items with space between. | |
| Not enough detergent added. | Add sufficient detergent. | |
| Selected wash programme not intensive enough. | Choose a more intensive program. | |
| Rotation of spray arm obstructed. | Ensure spray arm can rotate freely. | |
| Nozzles in spray arm blocked. | Clean spray arm nozzles. | |
| Filters are blocked. | Clean filters. | |
| Filters incorrectly fitted. | Ensure filters are fitted correctly. | |
| Waste-water pump is jammed. | Contact service. | |
| Plastic items are discoloured | Not enough detergent added. | Add sufficient detergent. |
| Detergent has insufficient bleaching properties. | Use a detergent with a bleaching agent. | |
| White stains are left on crockery, glasses have a milky appearance | Not enough detergent added. | Add sufficient detergent. |
| Amount of rinse-aid set too low. | Increase rinse-aid setting. | |
| Water softener set too low. | Increase water softener setting. | |
| Used phosphate-free detergent. | Try a detergent with phosphates. | |
| Dishes, cutlery, etc. have not been dried | Selected programme did not include drying function. | Select a programme with drying. |
| Amount of rinse-aid set too low. | Increase rinse-aid setting. | |
| Items removed from dishwasher too soon. | Allow programme to finish completely. | |
| Glasses have a dull appearance | Amount of rinse-aid was set too low. | Increase rinse-aid setting. |
| Tea stains or traces of lipstick have not been completely removed. | Detergent does not have sufficient bleaching effect. | Use a detergent with better bleaching power. |
| Washing temperature was set too low. | Use a higher temperature wash. | |
| Traces of rust on cutlery | Cutlery is not sufficiently rustproof. | Use rust-proof cutlery. |
| Glasses become clouded and discoloured; coating cannot be wiped off | Unsuitable detergent was used. | Use appropriate detergent. |
| Glasses are not dishwasher-proof. | Use dishwasher-proof glasses. | |
| Smears left behind on glasses and cutlery; glasses have acquired a metallic appearance | Amount of rinse-aid set too high. | Decrease rinse-aid setting. |