Hotpoint SDAL 1200 User Manual

Hotpoint SDAL 1200

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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, 8-9

Starting the dishwasher

Loading the detergent

Washing options

Wash cycles, 10

Wash cycle table

Rinse aid and refined salt, 11

Loading the rinse aid

Loading the refined salt

Care and maintenance, 12

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, 13

General safety

Disposal

Saving energy and respecting the environment

Troubleshooting, 14

After Sales Service, 15

After Sales Service

Essential Contact Information

Parts and Accessories

Appliance Registration

Hotpoint Guarantee, 16

SDAL 1200

EN

English, 1

Questions and Answers:

D
Dr. Stephanie RuizAug 12, 2025
What to do if Hotpoint Dishwasher is not cleaning dishes properly?
- D
  Danny PriceAug 12, 2025
  If your Hotpoint dishwasher isn't cleaning dishes well, several factors could be the cause. The racks might be overloaded, or the crockery might not be arranged properly, preventing the sprayer arms from moving freely. Also, the selected wash cycle might be too gentle, or excessive foam could be present due to incorrect detergent usage. Ensure the lid on the rinse aid compartment is correctly shut, and check if the filter is dirty or blocked, or if the refined salt level is low. See the manual for details on loading the racks, selecting wash cycles, detergent usage, care and maintenance and rinse aid and salt.
C
Carla Adams MDAug 15, 2025
What to do if my Hotpoint SDAL 1200 won't drain water?
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  Edward BennettAug 15, 2025
  If water isn't draining from your Hotpoint dishwasher, it might be because the cycle hasn't finished yet. Alternatively, the water inlet hose could be bent, the drain duct might be blocked, or the filter could be clogged with food residues. See the manual for details on installation.
S
Shelby TurnerAug 23, 2025
What does it mean when the lights are flashing on my Hotpoint SDAL 1200?
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  Matthew PattersonAug 23, 2025
  If the Washing, Drying, and End indicator lights are flashing on your Hotpoint dishwasher, it indicates a Water inlet hose alarm or a blocked water inlet filter. Switch off the appliance by pressing the ON/OFF button, shut off the water tap to prevent flooding, and remove the plug from the electrical socket. Ensure that the water inlet filter hasn't become blocked by impurities. See the manual for details on care and maintenance.
J
Jill ClarkAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Hotpoint SDAL 1200 is making excessive noise?
- S
  Stephanie OwensAug 27, 2025
  Excessive noise from your Hotpoint dishwasher could be due to dishes rattling against each other or the sprayer arms. Another cause might be an excessive amount of foam, indicating that the detergent hasn't been measured out correctly or isn't suitable for dishwashers. See the manual for details on start-up and use.
B
Barbara BushAug 30, 2025
Why is my Hotpoint Dishwasher beeping and not taking in water?
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  Sarah SimonAug 31, 2025
  If your Hotpoint dishwasher is beeping and not taking in water, with the Drying and End indicator lights flashing, it could be due to several reasons. There might be no water in the mains supply, or the water inlet hose could be bent. Also, the appliance lock may have been activated because no action was taken when the beeps sounded. To resolve this, turn on the tap; the appliance will start after a few minutes. If the appliance lock has been activated, switch off the appliance using the ON/OFF button, turn on the tap, and switch the appliance back on after 20 seconds by pressing the same button. Then, re-program the appliance and restart the wash cycle. See the manual for details on installation.
L
Lindsey MarshallSep 3, 2025
Why Hotpoint SDAL 1200 Dishwasher leaves dishes streaked?
- R
  rhodeshaleySep 3, 2025
  If your dishes and glasses are streaked or have a bluish tinge after being washed in your Hotpoint dishwasher, it's possible that the rinse aid dosage is too high.
J
jerrycoleSep 7, 2025
What to do if Hotpoint SDAL 1200 Dishwasher door won’t close?
- S
  Stephanie RangelSep 7, 2025
  If the door of your Hotpoint Dishwasher won’t close, it means that the lock was released. Strongly push the door until a “clacking” noise is heard.
E
eschwartzSep 10, 2025
Why aren't my dishes drying in my Hotpoint Dishwasher?
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  Stephanie WernerSep 12, 2025
  If your crockery isn't drying properly in your Hotpoint dishwasher, it might be because you've selected a wash cycle without a drying program. Also, the rinse aid might be used up or the dosage could be too low, or the rinse aid dispenser setting might not be suitable. Additionally, crockery made from non-stick material or plastic tends to not dry well. See the manual for details on rinse aid and salt.

Hotpoint SDAL 1200 Specifications

General

Appliance placement	Freestanding
Colour	White
Outlet hose length	1.5 m
Noise level	51 dB
Delayed start timer	Yes
Energy efficiency class	A
Cleaning Performance	A
Product size	Full-size
Number of place settings	12 place settings
Washing programs	Normal, Intensive, Eco, Soak
Width	60 cm
Depth	60 cm
Height	85 cm
Programs	Normal, Intensive, Eco, Soak
Dimensions (H x W x D)	850 x 600 x 600 mm

Summary

Installation

Positioning and levelling

Guidance on placing and stabilizing the dishwasher on a level surface.

Electrical Connection

This appliance must be earthed

Explanation of the grounding requirement and fuse specifications for safety.

Connecting the water supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

Steps for attaching the water inlet hose to cold or hot water supply points.

Sink Waste System

Instructions for connecting the dishwasher's drain hose to the sink waste.

Loading the racks

Lower rack

Guidance on arranging dishes, pans, and bowls in the bottom rack.

Cutlery basket

Instructions for placing cutlery correctly for optimal cleaning.

Upper rack

Advice on loading glasses, cups, and small items in the top rack.

Start-up and use

Starting the dishwasher

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

Measuring out the detergent

Recommendations for the correct amount and type of detergent to use.

Wash options*

Wash cycles

Rinse aid and refined salt

Measuring out the rinse aid

How to fill and use the rinse aid dispenser for better drying.

Setting the water hardness

Adjusting the water softener based on local water hardness levels.

Measuring out the refined salt

Instructions for refilling the salt dispenser to prevent limescale.

Care and maintenance

Shutting off the water and electricity supplies

Cleaning the dishwasher

Precautions and advice

General safety

Important safety instructions for operation and use by adults and children.

Troubleshooting

After Sales Service

Essential Contact Information

Guarantee

12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee

5 Year Parts Guarantee

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