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Refined Salt and Rinse Aid

Only use products which have been specifically designed 

for dishwashers. Do not use table salt or industrial salt.
Follow the instructions given on the packaging.

If you are using a multi-function product, we recommend 

that you add salt in any case, especially if the water is hard or 
very hard. 

(Follow the instructions given on the packaging.) 

If you do not add salt or rinse aid, the LOW SALT

*

 and 

LOW RINSE AID

*

 indicator lights will remain lit.

Measuring out the refined salt

The use of salt prevents the formation of LIMESCALE on the dishes 

and on the machine’s functional components. 

• It is important that the salt dispenser be never empty.
• It is important to set the water hardness.

The salt dispenser is located in the lower part of the dishwasher 

(see Description)

 and should be filled:

•  When the LOW RINSE AID indicator light in the control panel 

is lit 

*

;

•  When the green float

*

 on the cap of the salt dispenser is no 

longer visible. 

•  See autonomy in the water hardness table.

1. Remove the lower rack and unscrew the 

container cap (anticlockwise).

2. Only the first time you do this: fill the water 
dispenser up to the edge.
3. Position the funnel 

(see  figure)

 and 

fill the salt container right up to its edge 

(approximately 1 kg); it is not unusual for a 

little water to leak out.
4. Remove the funnel and wipe any salt residue away from the 
opening; rinse the cap under running water and then screw it on.
It is advisable to perform this procedure every time you add salt 
to the container. 
Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly, so that no detergent can 

get into the container during the wash cycle (this could damage 
the water softener beyond repair).

Whenever you need to add salt, we recommend carrying out 

the procedure before the washing cycle is started. 

Setting the water hardness

For perfect water softener operation, it is essential that the 
adjustment be based on the water hardness in your house. Ask 
your local water supplier for this information. The factory setting 
is for medium water hardness.

 

• Switch the dishwasher on using the On/Off button.

 

• Switch it off using the On/Off button

 

• Hold down button 

P

 for 5 seconds until you hear a beep.

• Switch it on using the On/Off button 
• The current selection level number and salt indicator light flash 
(flashing indicator only).
•  Press  button 

P

 to select the desired hardness level

  (see 

hardness table).

• Switch it off using the On/Off button 
• Setting is complete!
Even if using multi-functional tablets, the salt dispenser should 

still be filled. 

Measuring out the rinse aid

Rinse aid makes dish DRYING easier. The rinse aid dispenser 
should be filled:

•  When the LOW RINSE AID indicator light on the panel/display 

is lit 

*

;

•  When the dark optical indicator

*

 on the dispenser door 

“D” 

becomes transparent.

1. Open the dispenser 

“D”

 by pressing and pulling up the tab

on the lid;
2. Carefully introduce the rinse aid as far as the maximum reference 
notch of the filling space - avoid spilling it. If this happens, clean 
the spill immediately with a dry cloth.
3. Press the lid down until you hear a click to close it.

NEVER pour the rinse aid directly into the appliance tub.

Rinse-aid dispenser setting

If you are not completely satisfied with the drying results, you 

can adjust the quantity of rinse aid used.
• Switch the dishwasher on using the On/Off button. 

 

• Switch it off using the On/Off button 
• Press button 

P

 three times - a beep will be heard.

• Switch it on using the On/Off button 
• The current selection level number and rinse aid indicator light 
flash (flashing indicator only).
• Press button 

P

 to select the level of rinse aid quantity to be 

supplied.

• Switch it off using the On/Off button

 

• Setting is complete!
If the rinse aid level is set to ZERO (ECO), no rinse aid will be 
supplied. The LOW RINSE AID indicator light will not be lit if you 

run out of rinse aid.
A maximum of 4 levels can be set according to the dishwasher 
model. The factory setting is for a medium level.

 

• If you see bluish streaks on the dishes, set a low number (1-2).
• If there are drops of water or limescale marks on the dishes, 

set a high number (3-4).

(°dH  =  hardness  measured  in  German  degrees  -  °f  =  hardness 
measured in French degrees – mmol/l = millimoles per litre)

Only available in selected models.

MAX

Water Hardness Table

Average autonomy

salt dispenser with 1 

wash cycle per day

level

°dH

°fH

mmol/l

months

1

0 - 11

0 - 20

1,1 - 2

5 months

2 12 - 17

21 - 30

2,1 - 3

3 months

3 17 - 34

31 - 60

3,1 - 6

2 months

4

*

34 - 50

61 - 90

6,1 - 9

2/3 weeks

For values between 0°f and 10°f, we do not recommend the use 

of salt. A setting of 4 may increase cycle duration. 

Summary of Contents for EXPERIENCE FDLET 31120

Page 1: ...uctions 1 Precautions and advice 2 3 Product Data 3 Installation 4 5 6 Description of the appliance 7 Refined salt and rinse aid 8 Loading the racks 9 10 Detergent and dishwasher use 11 Wash cycles 12...

Page 2: ...when barefoot When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket Do not pull on the cable The water supply tap must be shut off and the plug should be removed from the electrica...

Page 3: ...e off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut Product Fiche Brand HOTPOI...

Page 4: ...water inlet and outlet hoses may be positioned towards the right or the left in order to achieve the best possible installation Make sure the dishwasher does not bend or squash the hoses Connecting th...

Page 5: ...e cover a replacement may be obtained from your local authorised Service Centre or Electrical company Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug DO NOT use the p...

Page 6: ...light depending on the dishwasher model The display provides useful information concerning the type of wash cycle drying wash cycle phase remaining time temperature etc etc Switching the appliance on...

Page 7: ...ay vary depending on the dishwasher model 1 Upper rack 2 Upper spray arm 3 Tip up dispensers 4 Rack height adjuster 5 Lower rack 6 Lower spray arm 7 Washing filter 8 Salt dispenser 9 Detergent dispens...

Page 8: ...itch it on using the On Off button The current selection level number and salt indicator light flash flashing indicator only Press button P to select the desired hardness level see hardness table Swit...

Page 9: ...fter loading the appliance make sure that the spray arms can rotate freely Lower rack The lower rack can hold pans lids dishes salad bowls cutlery etc Large plates and lids should ideally be placed at...

Page 10: ...ergent Water temperature of rinse cycle Tips Only use glasses and porcelain guaranteed by the manufacturer as dishwasher safe Use a delicate detergent suitable for crockery Collect glasses and cutlery...

Page 11: ...quid and refined salt is required We recommend using detergents that do not contain phosphates or chlorine as these products are harmful to the environment Starting the dishwasher 1 Turn the water tap...

Page 12: ...ption l cycle Energy consumption KWh cycle Eco Yes No 03 10 11 1 04 Intensive Yes No 02 30 16 5 1 65 Normal Yes No 02 00 16 0 1 35 Soak No No 00 10 4 0 01 Instructions on wash cycle selection and dete...

Page 13: ...of time let the water run to make sure it is clear and free of impurities before performing the necessary connections If this precaution is not taken the water inlet could become blocked and damage t...

Page 14: ...Salt and Rinse Aid The salt and rinse aid dispenser cap has not been closed properly The rinse aid has been used up or the dosage is too low The dishes and glasses are streaked or have a bluish tinge...

Page 15: ...ughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your free 5...

Page 16: ...m or accessory These included but not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS G...

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