Hotpoint Washer/Dryer WDAL 9640 User's Manual
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1. DRYING knob used to set the desired drying programme see Personalisation WASH CYCLE PROGRESS indicator lights used to monitor the progress of the wash cycle The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in progress DOOR LOCKED indicator light indicates whether the door may be opened or not see next page START PAUSE button with indicator FUNCTION light buttons with indicator lights START PAUSE button with indicator light starts or tem porarily interrupts the wash cycles N B To pause the wash cycle in progress press this button the corresponding indicator light will flash orange while the indicator light for the current wash cycle phase will remain lit in a fixed manner If the DOOR LOCKED p indicator light is switched off the door may be opened To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted press this button again Standby mode This washer dryer in compliance with new energy saving regulations is fitted with an automatic standby system which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is detected Press the ON OFF button briefly and wait for the machine to start up again Consumption in off mode 0 5 W Consumption in Left on 8 W E Hotpoint Indicator lights The indicator lights provide important information This is what they can tell you Wash cycle phase indicator lights Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has begun t2. The various wash functions available with this washer dryer will help to achieve the desired results every time To activate the functions 1 Press the button corresponding to the desired function 2 the function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated Note If the indicator light flashes rapidly this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conjunction with the selected wash cycle Super Wash This option offers a high performance wash due to the greater quantity of water used in the initial phase of the cycle and due to the increased wash cycle duration is particularly useful for the removal of stubborn stains This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 2 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 oy Slow Spin By selecting this function reduces the spin speed This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 7 9 11 12 13 14 Timer Saver If you select this option the wash cycle duration will be reduced by up to 50 depending on the selected cycle thereby gua ranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 1 2 7 8 9 11 12 18 14 4 2 Eco The Eco option saves energy by not heating the water used to wash your laundry an advantage both to the environment and to your energy bill Instead intensified wash action and water optimisation en
3. proceed as follows 1 remove the plug from the electrical socket 2 make sure the water level inside the machine is lower than the door opening if it is not remove excess water using the drain hose collec in the figure 3 using a screwdriver remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washer dryer see figure 4 pull outwards using the tab as indicated in the figure until the plastic tie rod is freed from its stop position pull downwards and open the door at the same time 5 reposition the panel making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance E Hotpoint ting it in a bucket as indicated Description of the washer dryer and starting a wash cycle cB Control panel WASH CYCLE PROGRESS indicator lights DRYING knob DOOR ON OFF button pean TEMPERATURE LO knob indicator light Detergent dispenser drawer WASH CYCLE knob Detergent dispenser drawer used to dispense detergents and washing additives see Detergents and laundry ON OFF button switches the washer dryer on and off WASH CYCLE knob programmes the wash cycles Du ring the wash cycle the knob does not move FUNCTION buttons with indicator light used to select the available functions The indicator light corresponding to the selected function will remain lit TEMPERATURE knob sets the temperature or the cold wash cycle see Personalisation
4. waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer Items such as foam rubber latex foam shower caps waterproof textiles rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the tumble dryer Fabric softeners or similar products should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat cool down cycle to ensure that the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged WARNING Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated This appliance was designed for domestic use only Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet Do not pull on the power supply cable when unplugging the appliance from the electricity socket Hold the plug and pull Do not touch the drained water as it may reach extre mely high temperatures Never force the porthole door This could damage the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent accidental opening If the appliance breaks down do not under any circum stances access the internal mechanisms in an attempt to repair it yourself Always keep children well away from the appliance while it is operating If it must be moved proceed with the help of tw
5. and before you use it for the first time run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry using the programme Auto Clean see Cleaning the washer dryer E Hotpoint Technical data Model WDAL 9640 width 59 5 cm Dimensions height 85 cm depth 54 cm from 1 to 9 kg for the wash programme from 1 to 6 kg for the drying programme Capacity Electrical please refer to the technical connections data plate fixed to the machine maximum pressure 1 MPa 10 bar Water con Minimum pressure nections 0 05 MPa 0 5 bar drum capacity 62 litres Spin speed up to 1400 rotations per minute Wash programme 4 tempe rature 60 C using a load of 9 kg Energy ra Drying the smaller load ted must be dried by selecting programmes the dryness level The load according to must consist of 3 sheets regulation 2 pillowcases and 1 hand EN 50229 towel the remainder of the load must_be dried by selecting the dryness level This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives 2004 108 EC Electroma gnetic Compatibility DEd 2006 95 EC Low Voltage 2012 19 EU Care and maintenance Cutting off the water and electri city supplies e Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washer dryer and help to prevent leaks e Unplug the washer dryer when cleaning it and during all maintenance work Cleaning the washer dryer e The outer
6. be used for proper dosage If powder detergent is used place the partition into slot B compartment 2 Additives fabric softeners etc The fabric softener should not overflow the grid Preparing the laundry e Divide the laundry according to the type of fabric the symbol on the label the colours separate coloured garments from whites e Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons e Donot exceed the values listed in the Table of wash cycles which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry How much does your laundry weigh 1 sheet 400 500 g 1 pillow case 150 200 g 1 tablecloth 400 500 g 1 bathrobe 900 1 200 g 1 towel 150 250 g 12 Garments requiring special care Wool the wool wash cycle on this Hotpoint machine has been tested and approved by The Woolmark Company for washing wool garments labelled as hand washable provided that the garments are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washer dryer Hotpoint is the first washer dryer brand to be approved by The Woolmark Company for Apparel Care Platinum for its washing per formance and consumption of energy and water M1127 o Tt WoolMARK P APPAREL CARE platinum In UK Eire Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark is a Certification trade mark Delicates use programme 10 to wash very delicate garments with decorative features such as diamantes and sequins We recommend turni
7. it is placed over the edge of a basin or sink be sure the free end of the hose should not be under We advise against the use of hose extensions in case of absolute need the extension must have the same diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150 cm in length Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a standpipe that the end does not go down more than 15cms 6 inches If the hose is pu shed down too far this may cause the machine to self syphon ie continuously empty as it is filling Electric connection Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket make sure that e the socket is earthed and in compliance with the applicable law e the socket is able to sustain the appliance s maximum power load indicated on the Tech nical Data Plate fixed on the machine e the supply voltage is included within the values indicated on the Technical Data Plate fixed on the machine e the socket is compatible with the washer dryer s plug If this is not the case replace the socket or the plug Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use Before using the appliance please read the instructions below WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRI CIAN Replacing the fuse When replacing a faulty fuse a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be
8. 06255 01 04 2014 Xerox Fabriano ce After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us the manufacturer Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Model number E Serial number oo Parts and Accessories We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout 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 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 amp Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right
9. Instructions for use WASHER DRYER H Lu This symbol reminds you to read this booklet cc op Contents English 1 Installation 2 3 4 5 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data Care and maintenance 6 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washer dryer Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose WDAL 9640 Precautions and tips 7 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Description of the washer dryer and starting a wash cycle 8 9 Control panel Indicator lights Starting a wash cycle Wash cycles 10 Table of wash cycles Personalisation 11 Setting the temperature Setting the drying cycle Functions Detergents and laundry 12 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Garments requiring special care Load balancing system Troubleshooting 13 14 Assistance 15 16 E Hotpoint Installation Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference Should the appliance be sold transferred or moved make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washer dryer to inform the new owner as to its opera tion and features Read these instructions carefully they contain vital information on installation use and safety Unpacking and levelling Unpacking This is a separate part o
10. a few seconds then only the indicator lights relative to the selected programme settings will remain lit and the START PAUSE indicator light will flash Load the laundry and close the door Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme Set the washing temperature see Personalisation Set the drying cycle if necessary see Personalisation Select the desired functions AN OA FW PD manner in green Measure out the detergent and washing additives see Detergents and laundry Start the wash cycle by pressing the START PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit in a fixed To cancel the set wash cycle pause the machine by pressing the START PAUSE button and select a new cycle 9 At the end of the wash cycle the END indicator light will switch on The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will switch off indi cating that the door may be opened Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the drum dries completely Switch the washer dryer off by pressing the ON OFF button Wash cycles Table of wash cycles Max Detergents Description of the wash cycle speed ee Hae rpm ee kg wash Fabric Wash cycles Pa AntiStain or too jej e fjs 2 Whites 0 co too ce e o s 3 Cottons extremely soled whites ojoje e e o 4 Cottons 1 heaviy soiled whites and resistant colours 1400 e e e 9 1 5 Cottons 2 l
11. achine and unplug it wait for approximately 1 minute and then switch it back on again If the problem persists contact the Technical Assistance Service The machine requires a service wash Run a Auto Clean wash cycle with detergent and no laundry The door will not open until the door lock indicator light goes out shortly after the program has finished The door seal has drainage holes at the bottom This is normal The water level is correct if it can be seen at the bottom of the door The detergent is not suitable for machine washing it should display the text for washer dryers or hand and machine wash or the like Too much detergent was used less detergent is required in soft water To comply with new energy saving regulations the machine is fitted with an automatic standby system Press ON OFF button for 3 seconds to activate the machine it can then either be switched off or a new programme selected Your washer dryer contains sensors that monitor progress during the wash cycle eg Water Levels Temperatures Out of Balance loads Wash time pro gress Normally if your machine successfully completes the cycle there is unlikely to be anything wrong Remember you will be charged for a service call for problems caused by incorrect installation as listed above Not emptying contents from pockets may cause pump or drain blockages or may damage the machine Do not wash items which do not have a
12. cle Table of Drying times guideline values Turn the DRYING knob to set the desired drying type Two options are available avi F d d A Based on time from 40 to 180 minutes type load kg dry i yA yA B Based on the how damp the clothes are once they Clothing of diffe have been dried Cotton rent sizes Terry 200 Iron slightly damp clothes easy to iron Hanger A dry clothes to put away Synthe Sheets Shirts Py r Cupboard Lt very dry clothes recommended for towel tics jamas socks etc 4 o ling and bathrobes ater than the maximum stated load see adjacent table vers etc perform the wash cycle and when the cycle is complete divide the garments into groups and put some of them back in the drum At this point follow the instructions provided for a Drying only cycle Repeat this procedure for the remainder of the load N B when the drying is complete there is a cooling period even though the DRYING knob is in the gt amp position towels Drying only Turn the WASH CYCLE knob to one of the drying settings 12 13 14 according to the type of fabric then select the desired drying duration using the DRYING knob Selecting the cotton drying cycle A position through the programme selector knob and pressing the Eco button activates an automatic drying cycle that allows for saving energy thanks to an optimal combination of air temperature and cycle duration Functions
13. ctions Connecting the water inlet hose 1 Connect the supply pipe by screwing it to a cold water tap using a 3 4 gas threaded con nection see figure Before performing the connection allow the water to run freely un til it is perfectly clear TEEI m 2 Connect the other end of the water inlet hose to the washer dryer screwing it onto the appliance s cold water inlet situated on the top right hand side on the rear of the appliance see figure 3 Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the hose The water pressure at the tap must be within the values indicated in the Technical details table on the page 5 If the water inlet hose is not long enough contact a specialist store or an authorised serviceman Ensure that the supply taps are allowing wa ter through Old taps may seize in the closed position and thus prevent water reaching the machine t Never use second hand or old inlet hoses use the products supplied with the machine E Hotpoint Connecting the drain hose Connect the drain hose without ben ding it to a draining duct or a wall drain situated between 65 and 100 cm from the floor The drain hose may be connected to an under sink trap Before connecting the drain hose from the machine ensure that any blanks or removable ends have been taken off the spigot Where it connects to the waste water pipe cut end off spigot or remove the blanking cap If
14. emove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washer dryer see figure 2 unscrew the lid by rotating it anti clockwise See figu re a little water may trickle out This is perfectly normal 3 clean the inside thoroughly 4 screw the lid back on 5 reposition the panel making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance Checking the water inlet hose Check the inlet hose at least once a year If there are any cracks it should be replaced immediately during the wash cycles water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open Never use second hand hoses Precautions and tips This washer dryer was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations The fol lowing information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully General safety This appliance is not intended for use by persons inclu ding children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsi ble for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil acetone alcohol petrol Kerosene spot re movers turpentine
15. f the polystyre ne base and should be removed with the base IMPORTANT check when unpacking your machine 1 Unpack the washer dryer 2 Check whether the washer dryer has been damaged during transport If this is the case do not install it and contact your retailer 3 Remove the 4 pro tective screws and the rubber bush with the respective spacer situated on the rear of the appliance see also the installation leaflet 4 Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provi ded 5 Keep all the parts you will need them again if the washer dryer needs to be moved to another location Packaging materials are not children s toys Levelling Your machine may make a considerable amount of noise if the two front feet have not been adjusted correctly 1 Install the washer dr yer on a flat sturdy floor without resting it up against walls cabinets or anything else 2 If the floor is not per fectly level compensa te for any unevenness by tightening or loose ning the adjustable front feet see figure the angle of inclination measured according to the worktop must not exceed 2 Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it with stability and avoid any vibrations noise and shifting during operation If it is placed on a fitted or loose carpet adjust the feet in such a way as to allow enough room for ventilation beneath the washer dryer Electric and water conne
16. he indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in progress Wash a Rinse x Note as soon as a drying Spin level or time period has w been set this indicator light Drying 202 illuminates to indicate that the selected wash cycle will be End of wash cycle END followed by a drying phase Note during the Drain phase the indicator light corre sponding to the Spin cycle phase will illuminate Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights When a function is selected the corresponding indicator light will illuminate If the selected function is not compatible with the pro grammed wash cycle the corresponding indicator light will flash and a sound alert 3 beeps the function will not be activated If a function which is incompatible with another function selected previously only the most recent selection will remain active Starting a wash cycle B Door locked indicator light If this indicator light is on the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally to avoid any damage wait for the indicator light to switch off before you open the appliance door If the START PAUSE indicator light orange flashes rapidly at the same time as the function indicator light this indicates a problem has occurred see Troubleshooting 1 Turn the washer dryer on by pressing the ON OFF button All the indicator lights will turn on for
17. he socket fully or not enough to make contact e There is no power to the socket or the fuse has blown in the mains plug The wash cycle does not start e The door is not closed properly e The ON OFF button has not been pressed e The START PAUSE button has not been pressed e The water tap has not been turned on to allow water to flow into the machine The machine does not fill with wa e The water inlet hose is kinked ter or the indicator light for the first The water inlet hose is not connected to the water supply wash cycle stage flashes rapidly e The water pressure is too low e The water tap has not been turned on to allow water to flow into the machine e There is no water supply to the house e The inlet valve filter is blocked e The START PAUSE button has not been pressed The machine continuously fills with The top of the drain hose is too low It must be fitted at a height between 65 water and continually drains away and 100 cm from the floor see Installation or Water left in the drum e The drain hose is connected incorrectly to the sink trap allowing water to run or Stuck on wash into the machine the drain hose must be positioned higher than the bottom of the sink to prevent water flowing down the drain hose e The end of the drain hose has been pushed too far down the standpipe the U bracket should be fitted 100 mm from the end of the drain hose The machine does not drain or e The Pump filter i
18. ightly soiled resistant colours 400 e e o 6 Synthetics heavily soiled resistant colours e so e ef e 4 1s 6 Synthetics 3 heavily soiled resistant colours aon so e oe e 4 no 7 Anti Ateroy 0 too e jef e s ee oaao a a o path Sieh GR I E a a Fastwash 30 to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly 800 35 not suitable for wool silk and clothes which require washing by hand a Renay to wear as AERA DRYING 12 Drying Cottons P e el g Sahat CE ee ee 14 Drying Wool Partials cycles h r Rinse Rinse ef ole eee a E ER E The length of cycle shown in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions The actual duration can vary according to factors such as water temperature and pressure the amount of detergent used the amount and type of load inserted load balancing and any wash options selected For all Test Institutes 1 Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 50229 set wash cycle 4 with a temperature of 60 C 2 Long wash cycle for cottons set wash cycle 5 with a temperature of 40 C 3 Long wash cycle for synthetics set wash cycle 6 with a temperature of 40 C Anti Stain the programme 1 is suitable to heavily soiled garments with resistant colours It ensures a washing class that is higher than the standard class A class When running the programme do not m
19. ix garments of different colours We recom mend the use of powder detergent Pre treatment with special additives is recommended if there are obstinate stains Whites use this cycle 2 to wash white clothes The programme is designed to maintain the brightness of white clothes over time Use powder detergent for best results If the drying function is selected a drying cycle automatically activates at the end of the wash cycle that resembles open air drying with the added advantages of preserving garments from yellowing due to sunlight exposure and preventing loss of whiteness caused by the possible presence of dust in the air Drying cycles can only be selected on a level basis Anti Allergy use programme 7 to remove major allergens such as pollen mites cat s and dog s hair Ready to Wear select programme 11 for washing and drying lightly soiled garments Cotton and Synthetic in a short time This cycle may be used to wash and dry a laundry load of up to 1 kg in just 45 minutes To achieve optimum results use liquid detergent and pre treat cuffs collars and stains 10 Personalisation Hotpoint Setting the temperature Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature see Table of wash cycles The temperature may be lowered or even set to a cold wash amp The washer dryer will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value set for each wash cycle Setting the drying cy
20. m the dispenser The machine leaks other than dispenser The indicator lights on the console are flashing rapidly The machine smells The machine door cannot be opened Door Seal damaged at the bottom The water level is too low when the machine is washing There is too much foam After completing the programme or before starting a programme the machine has turned itself off no lights General There will always be some motor pump and drum noise during spin Out of Balance detected when attempting to go into a spin cycle If this happens the machine will continue to try to repeat the distribution of the load required before the machine will go into higher spin speeds This will increase the programme time accordingly This is a safety feature to prevent damage Out of Balance can be caused by washing a single heavy item eg duvet quilt etc Try the programme again using a different load The dispenser drawer is blocked with detergent and requires cleaning The water pressure is too high and requires turning down turn down the tap on the water supply pipe slightly and try again The machine is tilting forwards It must be level when in its final position The fill hose is loose check both the cabinet and tap ends The fill hose is tight but still leaks if so replace the rubber washers or the fill hose is missing the rubber washer The drain hose is not fixed in properly Switch off the m
21. ng the garments inside out before washing and placing small items into the special bag for washing delicates When selecting an exclusively time based drying function a drying cycle is performed at the end of the wash cycle that is particularly delicate thanks to light handling and appropriate temperature control of the water jet The recommended durations are 1 kg of synthetic garments gt 150 min 1 kg of synthetic and cotton garments gt 180 min 1 kg of cotton garments gt 180 min The degree of dryness depends on the load and fabric composition Load balancing system Before every spin cycle to avoid excessive vibrations and to distribute the load in a uniform manner the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed If after several attempts the load is not balanced correctly the machine spins at a reduced spin speed If the load is excessively unbalanced the washer dryer performs the distribution process instead of spinning To encourage improved load distribution and bal ance we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load Troubleshooting Hotpoint Your washer dryer could fail to work Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre see Assistance make sure that the problem cannot be solved easily using the following list Problem Possible causes Solutions The machine does not switch on e The appliance is not plugged into t
22. o or th ree people and handle it with the utmost care Never try to do this alone because the appliance is very heavy Before loading laundry into the washer dryer make sure the drum is empty During the drying phase the door tends to get quite hot Do not use the appliance to dry clothes that have been washed with flammable solvents e g trichlorethylene Do not use the appliance to dry foam rubber or similar elastomers Make sure that the water tap is turned on during the drying cycles Disposal e Disposing of the packaging materials observe local regu lations so that the packaging may be re used e The European Directive 2012 19 EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the im pact on human health and the environment The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance Opening the porthole door manually In the event that it is not possible to open the porthole door due to a powercut and if you wish to remove the laundry
23. ow Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured Red Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured Black If a 13 amp plug BS 1363 is used it must be fitted with a 13 amp fuse either in the plug or adaptor or at the distribution board If you are in any doubt regarding the electrical supply to your machine consult a qualified electrician before use How to connect an alternative plug The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL N BROWN LIVE L GREEN amp YELLOW EARTH E GREEN amp YELLOW gt oa CROSS BAR CORD GRIP Disposing of the appliance When disposing of the appliance please re move the plug by cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the plug body and dispo se of it as described on the previous page The washer dryer should not be installed in an outdoor environment not even where the area is sheltered because it may be very dan gerous to leave it exposed to damp rain and thunderstorms When the washer dryer is installed the mains socket must be within easy reach Do not use extensions or multiple sockets The power supply cable must never be bent or dangerously compressed The power supply cable must only be repla ced by an authorised serviceman Warning The company denies all liability if and when these norms are not respected The first wash cycle Once the appliance has been installed
24. parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water Do not use solvents or abrasives e The washer dryer has a Auto Clean pro gramme for its internal parts that must be run with no load in the drum To help the wash cycle you may want to use either the detergent i e a quantity 10 the quantity specified for lightly soiled garments or special additives to clean the washer dryer We recommend running a cleaning program me every 40 wash cycles To start the program me press buttons A and B simultaneously for 5 seconds see figure The programme will start automatically and will run for about 70 minutes To stop the cycle press the START PAUSE button Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Remove the dispen ser by raising it and pulling it out see figure Wash it under running water this operation should be repeated frequently Caring for the door and drum of your appliance e Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming Cleaning the pump The washer dryer is fitted with a self cleaning pump which does not require any maintenan ce Sometimes small items Such as coins or buttons may fall into the pre chamber which protects the pump situated in its bottom part Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance To access the pre chamber 1 using a screwdri ver r
25. s blocked spin e The drain hose is kinked see nstallation e New Installation The blanking cap or spigot has not been removed if con nected under a sink e The drain hose or sink trap is blocked e The wash cycle does not include draining some wash cycles require the drain phase to be started manually The machine does not heat or poor The Temperature selector knob is in the amp position wash results The programme takes too long Programme times will vary due to water pressure the incoming water tempe rature and if the wash load goes out of balance This will increase the pro gramme times accordingly See The machine wont spin properly below The machine vibrates a lot during e The feet have not been adjusted enabling the machine to rock the spin cycle New Installation Either the Transit Bolts including the plastic spacers or the Polystyrene Packaging have not been removed when installing the machine e The machine is trapped between cabinets and or walls e The load is in a slight out of balance condition and machine is spinning but at a lower speed The washer dryer does not dry The appliance is not plugged into the socket or not enough to make contact There has been a power failure The appliance door is not shut properly A DELAY TIMER has been set e DRYING is in the 29 position 13 The machine is noisy The machine wont spin properly The machine leaks fro
26. sure great wash results in the same avera ge time of a standard cycle For the best washing results we recommend the usage of a liquid detergent This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 1 2 7 8 9 11 13 14 xy B By also turning the DRYING knob to the A position a drying cycle automatically activates at the end of the wash cycle that also helps to reduce energy consumption thanks to an optimal combination of air temperature and cycle duration It can be activated with programmes 4 and 5 11 Detergents and laundry Detergent dispenser drawer Successful washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash and may in fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance and contri bute to environmental pollution Use powder detergent for white cotton garments for pre washing and for washing at temperatures over 60 C Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging Do not use hand washing detergents they create too much foam Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the deter gent or washing additive as Do not pour detergent into the middle compartment Detergent should only be poured into the compartment 1 compartment 1 Detergent for the wash cycle powder or liquid If liquid detergent is used it is recommended that the removable plastic partition A supplied
27. to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise the risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut the mains cable 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 16
28. used and the fuse cover re fitted If the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained Replacement fuse covers If a replacement fuse cover is fitted it must be of the correct colour as indicated by the colou red marking or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug Replacements can be obtained directly from your nearest Service Depot Removing the plug If your appliance has a non rewireable moul ded plug and you should wish to re route the mains cable through partitions units etc please ensure that either the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere rewireable plug bearing the BSI mark of ap proval Or the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable outlet controlled by a switch in compliance with BS 5733 which is accessible without moving the appliance Disposing of the plug Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself you make the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally inserted into a socket Instructions for connecting cable to an alternati ve plug Important the wires in the mains lead are co loured in accordance with the following code Green amp Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond with the coloured markings iden tifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows Connect Green amp Yellow wire to terminal marked E or or coloured Green or Green amp Yell
29. ut are 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 GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers There will be a charge for our engineer s time To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance simply call our registration line on 08448 24 24 24 ROI 01 230 0800 Extended Guarantees We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for the life of your policy To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08448 226 226 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0233 Free Helpdesk Service We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership Simply call our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 for telephone assistance or where necessary to arrange for an engineer to call If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back 15 1951
30. wash label or wash items that are not intended as machine washable 14 Assistance E Hotpoint Guarantee cE 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer s guarantee which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase This gives you the reassurance that if within that time your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials we will at our discretion either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you This guarantee is subject to the following conditions The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only The appliance has not been altered serviced maintained dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include b
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