From a wooden tub with a splashing device that has to be manually operated, dishwashers have come a very long way. In the early fifties, these machines were available and used only by the affluent families and hotels due to their cost and size. At present, a kitchen is incomplete without the presence of dishwashers. This home appliance has become indispensable by reducing the work involved in it. In today’s busy schedule everyone is on the lookout for quality time spent. Well, that is exactly what Hotpoint had in mind.

Hotpoint SDW85A Dishwasher is sure to attract with its colour and finish, going the way desired is the interface that comes with the LCD. It offers on/off button next to which is the display for the progress of functions. It comes with the indicator lights for the auto due-wash, extra drying, cycle phase and the multifunction numeric indicator. In case of water leak it is again indicated and also referred for the low salt and the low rinse aid by way of indicators.

Hotpoint SDW85A Slimline Dishwasher

Size and Dimension:

This SDW85A Ultima Slimline Dishwasher model is a freestanding appliance which measures 850mm in height, 450 mm in width and 600 mm in depth. It does make its appearance in white colour with the neat location for the control panel. Possible with Hotpoint SDW85A Triple ‘A’ Rated  Dishwasher is to adjust the feet from 850 mm to 860 mm. This permits installation on uneven floor conditions.

Putting it to use:

Detergent – This is the main aspect that has to check before starting of the programme. Each time of loading the washer it is required to add the detergent into the dispenser located in the door.

Rinse aid – If you desire to make your dishes sparkle, it is required to add the rinse aid in the provided dispenser.

Adjusting water softener – As using the dishwasher without the water softener may cause damage to the appliance and hence it is required to fit the softener to get rid of the lime counts in the water.

Place Settings:

Offered is the international place setting of 9 segments that could handle the utensils and dishes in the following ways.

  • the serving dishes and large lids on the side baskets
  • the saucepans and the salad bowls in the given space
  • deep sized dishes should be placed upside down in the upper basket
  • the glasses and the cups again in the provided space
  • the cutleries in the cutlery section
  • Should be noted is that the upper basket is adjustable in order to accommodate larger sized bowls easily and will less effort.

Programmes in SDW85A:

  • Soak – This is a cycle given for the dishes that are quite dirty and needs some time to get it cleaned. It is not suitable for the delicate items.
  • Auto duo wash – Having been differentiated with the items in the 2 different racks it goes to handle the delicate items on the upper rack and the heavy dishes at the lower rack.
  • Auto normal – Does a normal wash for the daily utilised dishes and pans. This option can be selected on the standard basis.
  • Auto super wash – Quite quick and also seems to be economical about the water and the power consumption.
  • Delicate – Specially designed programme for those delicate stuffs like the glass ware and the crockery.
  • Eco – Getting better friendly with the environment it consumes less energy yet gives an effective cleaning for the general dishes.
  • Special guest wash – This feature is a new addition offered by Hotpoint in which it spruce up the dinner service in just 30 minutes to surprise the present guests.

Performance and Consumption:

Winning the efficiency class for washing, drying and energy consumption as grade ‘A’, this triple ‘A’ rating makes Hotpoint SDW85A Freestanding Dishwasher see new heights in terms of acceptance in this competitive market. The standard water consumption is about 14 litres.

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Hotpoint SDW85A Residual Drying Dishwasher – Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Hotpoint
Model Name SDW85A Dishwasher
Dishwasher type Freestanding
Drying system Residual Drying
Dimensions (H x W x D) 850 x 450 x 600 mm
Colour/Finish Satin Aluminium
Number of place settings 6
Number of programmes 8
LCD Display Yes
Height adjustable upper basket Yes
Delay timer Yes
Adjustable feet 850 mm to 860 mm
Temperature setting Yes
Noise level 49 dBa
Rinse Aid Dispenser Yes
Food Grinder or Disposal Yes
Overflow control Yes
Adjustable Racks Yes
Baskets Yes
Concealed heating element Yes
Anti bacterial rinse No
Programmes Soak, auto duo wash, auto normal, auto super wash,
delicate, eco, rapid & dry, special guest wash
Anti-flood devices Yes
Energy Efficiency rating A
Wash Performance rating A
Dry Performance rating A
Salt refill / rinse air indicators Yes
Water Consumption 14 litres

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