Hotpoint WMD 940 G
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1. 3 Remove the 2 protective screws and the rubber bush with the respective spacer situated on the rear of the appliance see also the installation leaflet NB The plastic spacers may fall down inside the machine once the bolt has been removed and will not interfere with the operation of the machine 4 Do not remove external bar 5 Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provided 6 Keep all the parts you will need them again if the washing machine 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 washing machine on a flat sturdy floor without resting it up against walls furniture cabinets or other 2 If the floor is not perfectly level com pensate for any unevenness by tightening or loosening 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 washing machine Electric and water connections Connecting the water inlet hose 1 Insert seal A into the end of the inlet hose and screw the latter onto a2. a green colour shows that the machine is switched on To switch off the washing machine during the wash cycle press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the machine will not switch off If the machine is switched off during a wash cycle this wash cycle will be cancelled WASH CYCLE SELECTOR buttons used to set the desired wash cycle see Table of wash cycles MEMORY button press and hold the button to store a cycle with your own set of preferences in the memory of the machine To recall a previously stored cycle press the MEMORY button FUNCTION buttons press the button to select the desired function The corresponding indicator light on the display will switch on SPIN button press to reduce or completely exclude the spin cycle the value is indicated on the display TEMPERATURE button D press to decrease the temperature the value will be shown on the display CHILD LOCK button to activate the control panel lock press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds When the symbol is illuminated the control panel is locked This means it is possible to prevent wash cycles from being modified accidentally especially where there are children in the home To deactivate the control panel lock press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds DELAY START button E press to set a delayed start time for the selected wash cycle The delay time will be
3. immediately during the wash cycles water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open l Never use second hand hoses 12 Troubleshooting Hotpoint Your washing machine could fail to work Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre see Assistance make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list Problem Possible causes Solutions The washing machine does not e The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully or is not making contact switch on e There is no power in the house The wash cycle does not start The washing machine 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 opened e A delayed start has been set see Running a wash cycle The washing machine does not e The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap take in water the text NO e The hose is bent WATER CHECK SUPPLY e The water tap has not been opened appears on the display e There is no water supply in the house e The pressure is too low e The START PAUSE button has not been pressed The washing machine e The drain hose is not fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from continuously takes in and the floor see Installation drains water e The free end of the hose is under water see Installation e The wall drainage system is not fitted
4. of two or three people and handle it with the utmost care Never try to do this alone because the appliance is very heavy e Before loading laundry into the washing machine make sure the drum is empty Disposal e Disposing of the packaging materials observe local regulations so that the packaging may be re used e The European Directive 2002 96 EC 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 impact 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 Hotpoint 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 proceed as follows 1 remove the plug from the electrical socket 2 make sure the water lower than the door opening if it is not remove excess water using the drain hose indicated in the figure 3 using a screwdriver the lower front part of figure 4 pull ou
5. shown on the display START PAUSE button with indicator light when the green indicator light flashes slowly press the button to start a wash cycle Once the cycle has started the indicator light will remain lit in a fixed manner To pause the wash cycle press the button again the indicator light will flash in an orange colour If the symbol o is not illuminated the door may be opened To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted press the button again Hotpoint Display The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information The two upper text strings A and B provide details of the wash cycle you have selected the wash cycle phase in progress at any given time and all information relating to the progress status of the wash cycle String C shows the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle in progress and if a DELAYED START has been set the time remaining until the start of the selected wash cycle String D shows the maximum spin speed value this depends on the selected wash cycle or any modification you have made by pressing the spin speed button if the wash cycle does not include a spin cycle the string remains unused String E shows the maximum temperature value which may be selected this depends on the wash cycle or any modification you have made by pressing the temperature button if the temperature of the wash cycle cannot be modified the str
6. the correct colour as indicated by the coloured 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 moulded 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 re wearable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval 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 alternative plug Important the wires in the mains lead are coloured 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 identifyng the terminals in your plug proceed as follows Connect Green 6 Yellow wire to terminal marked E or or coloured Green or Green 8 Yellow 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 o
7. 00 500 g 1 pillow case 150 200 g 1 tablecloth 400 500 g 1 bathrobe 900 1200 g 1 towel 150 250 g 10 Special wash cycles Fastwash 30 this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly it lasts just 30 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time By selecting this wash cycle at 30 C it is possible to wash different fabrics together except for wool and silk items with a maximum load of 3 kg Silk use special wash cycle to wash all silk garments We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes Curtains fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag Use wash cycle Wool Hotpoint is the only washing machine manufacturer to have been awarded the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care endorsement M 0508 by the Woolmark Company which means that all woollen garments may be washed in the washing machine even those which state hand wash only WH on the label Wash cycle therefore offers complete peace of mind when washing woollen garments in the washing machine max load 2 kg and guarantees optimal performance Load balancing system Before every spin cycle to avoid excessive vibra tions and to distribute the load in a uniform man ner 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 s
8. Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents ES Installation 2 3 4 5 GB Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies English 1 The first wash cycle Technical data Description of the washing machine 6 7 Control panel Display Running a wash cycle 8 Wash cycles and functions 9 Table of wash cycles Wash functions Detergents and laundry 10 WMD 940 P G A K Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Load balancing system Precautions and tips 11 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Care and maintenance 12 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Troubleshooting 13 Assistance 14 MH 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 washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features Read these instructions carefully they contain vital information on installation use and safety Unpacking and levelling Unpacking 1 Unpack the washing machine 2 Check whether the washing machine has been damaged during transport If this is the case do not install it and contact your retailer
9. P G A K width 59 5 cm Dimensions height 85 cm depth 60 cm Capacity from 1 to 8 kg Electrical please refer to the technical data plate connections fixed to the machine Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa 10 bar minimum pressure 0 05 MPa 0 5 bar drum capacity 58 litres Spin speed up to 1400 rotations per minute Energy rated programmes programme TP 18 press of the button according to temperature 60 C regulation using a load of 8 kg EN 60456 This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives 89 336 EEC dated 03 05 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility and subsequent modifications 2002 96 EC i 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Description of the washing machine ES Control panel CHILD SPIN SPEED LOCK button button ON OFF button START Detergent dispenser g isp MEMORY PAUSE drawer WASH button FUNCTION button with CYCLE buttons indicator light SELECTOR buttons DELAY TEMPERATURE START button button Detergent dispenser drawer used to dispense detergents and washing additives see Detergents and laundry There is a key which provides a summary of the available wash cycles inside the detergent dispenser drawer this may be consulted at any time ON OFF button press this briefly to switch the machine on or off The START PAUSE indicator light which flashes slowly in
10. Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right 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 15 UN WMD 940 195068515 03 02 2009 Xerox Fabriano
11. andard cycle For the best washing results we recommend the Detergents and laundry Detergent dispenser drawer Good 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 a build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive as follows 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 For best results liquid detergent should be poured in the dispenser immediately before the start of the programme 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 Do not exceed the listed values which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry Durable fabrics max 8 kg Synthetic fabrics max 3 5 kg Delicate fabrics max 2 kg Wool max 2kg Silk max 2 kg How much does your laundry weigh 1 sheet 4
12. anner and the door will be locked the DOOR LOCKED symbol will be on During the wash cycle the name of the phase in progress will appear on the display To change a wash cycle while it is in progress pause the washing machine using the START PAUSE button the START PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in an orange colour then select the desired cycle and press the START PAUSE button again To open the door while a cycle is in progress press the START PAUSE button if the DOOR LOCKED o symbol is switched off the door may be opened Press the START PAUSE button again to restart the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted 8 THE END OF THE WASH CYCLE This will be indicated by the text END OF CYCLE on the display when the DOOR LOCKED o symbol switches off the door may be opened Open the door unload the laundry and switch off the machine If you wish to cancel a cycle which has already begun press and hold the button The cycle will be stopped and the machine will switch off again the maximum values are restored Setting a delayed start To set a delayed start for the selected programme press the corresponding button repeatedly until the required delay period has been reached When this option is enabled the symbol lights up on the display To remove the delayed start function press the button until the text OFF appears on the display Modifying the cycle settings
13. button to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly 30 800 _ e e 3 A 3 not suitable for wool silk and clothes which require washing by hand Special cycles Memory M Memory allows for any wash cycle to be stored Wool for wool cashmere etc 40 600 o o 2 1 amp gt Silk Curtains for garments in silk and viscose lingerie 30 0 o o 2 1 Partial wash cycles O Fast Spin cottons 1 press of the button 1400 8 6 Slow spin delicates 2 press of the button 800 3 wr Rinse cottons 1 press of the button 1400 o 8 35 v Pump out 2 press of the button 0 8 The duration of the wash cycles can be checked on the display For all Test Institutes Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456 set wash cycle 1 press of the button witha temperature of 60 C Long wash cycle for cottons set wash cycle E press of the button with atemperature of 40 C Short wash cycle for cottons set wash cycle 3 press of the button with a temperature of 40 C Wash functions Mini Load Super Wash This function is recommended for when the load of Because a greater quantity of water is used in the laundry is equal to half or less than half of the initial phase of the cycle and because of the maximum recommended load see Table of wash increased cycle duration this function offers a cycles high performance wash T lt cannot be used in conjunction with the It cannot be used wit
14. call our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08709 066 066 ROI 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 Hotpoint After Sales Service ES 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 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Model number Serial number 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 08709 077 077 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 0870 6092094 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way
15. cold water tap with a 3 4 gas threaded mouth see figure Before making the connection allow the water to run freely until it is perfectly clear 2 Connect the other end of the water inlet hose to the washing machine 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 next page If the water inlet hose is not long enough contact a specialist store or an authorised serviceman Ensure that the supply taps are allowing water through Old taps may seize in the closed position and thus prevent water reaching the machine Hotpoint Connecting the drain hose T 65 100 cm Connect the drain hose without bending 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 it is place over the edge of a basin or sink be sure the free end of the hose should not be underwater We advise against the use of hose extensions in case of absolute need the extensi
16. e Press the button to enable the function the indicator light corresponding to the button will switch on e Press the button again to disable the function the indicator light will switch off If the selected function is not compatible with the programmed wash cycle the indicator light will flash and the function will not be activated Wash cycles and functions Hotpoint Table of wash cycles Max Max Detergents a 2 Description of the wash cycle temp speed 3 g c rom och Mesh softener Normal gad Wash Everyday wash cycles Daily TU Cottons 1 press of the button extremely soiled whites 90 1400 e o o 8 3 5 3 5 TU Cottons 2 press of the button heavily soiled whites and resistant colours 60 1400 o o 8 3 5 3 5 TU Cottons 37 press of the button heavily soiled whites and delicate colours 40 1400 o o 8 3 5 3 5 amp Synthetics 1 press of the button heavily soiled resistant colours 50 800 o o 3 15 3 G Synthetics 2 press of the button lightly soiled resistant colours 40 800 o o 3 1 5 3 amp Synthetics 8 press of the button lightly soiled resistant colours 30 800 o o 3 1 5 3 El Bed amp Bath washes bathroom laundry and bedlinen 60 1400 o e 8 3 5 is E a Fastwash 30 2 press of the
17. g it wait for approximately 1 display flashes indicating an minute and then switch it back on again error code e g F 01 F If the problem persists contact the Technical Assistance Service There is too much foam e The detergent is not suitable for machine washing it should display the text for washing machines or hand and machine wash or the like e Too much detergent was used 13 Assistance Guarantee 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 rep
18. h the amp and Partial Fastwash 30 and Pump out programmes wash cycles Timer Saver Reduced Creases Reduces the duration of the wash cycle By selecting this function the wash and spin cycles It cannot be used with the and Partial will be modified in order to reduce the formation of wash cycles creases At the end of the cycle the washing machine will perform slow rotations of the drum the Reduced creases and START PAUSE indicator lights will flash orange and the text END OF CYCLE will appear on the display To end the cycle press the START PAUSE button or the Reduced creases button For the Silk Curtains cycle the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking the Reduced creases and START PAUSE indicator lights will flash ant orange and the text RINSE HOLD will appear on the daga oa liquid detergent display To drain the water so that the laundry may be It cannot be used with the and Partial removed press the START PAUSE button or the wash cycles Reduced creases button l lt may not be used with the Fastwash 30 and Pump out programmes Eco Wash The Eco Wash function 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 ensure great wash results in the same average time of a st
19. ing remains unused Indicator lights F correspond to the functions and light up when the selected function is compatible with the set wash cycle Door locked symbol O If the symbol is lit this indicates that the washing machine door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally To prevent any damage from occurring wait for the symbol to switch itself off before opening the appliance door N B if the DELAYED START function has been activated the door cannot be opened pause the machine by pressing the START PAUSE button if you wish to open it The first time the machine is switched on you will be asked to select the language and the display will automatically show the language selection menu To select the desired language press the TEMPERATURE and SPIN buttons to confirm the selection press the CHILD LOCK button If you wish to select another language press and hold the CONTROL PANEL LOCK TEMPERATURE SPIN buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds then repeat the steps listed above Running a wash cycle SWITCH THE MACHINE ON Press the On Off button the text HELLO will appear on the display and the START PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in a green colour LOAD THE LAUNDRY Open the porthole door Load the laundry making sure you do not exceed the maximum load value indicated in the table of programmes on the following page MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT Open the detergent dispenser drawer and
20. laced 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 but 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 0870 6092094 ROI 01 230 0800 Extended Guarantees We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense 14 of repair bills for the life of your policy To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08709 088 088 ROI 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
21. on 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 pushed 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 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 in the Technical details table see page 5 e the supply voltage is included within the values indicated on the Technical details table see page 5 e the socket is compatible with the washing machine 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 ELECTRICIAN Replacing the fuse When replacing a faulty fuse a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse cover re fitted If the fuse cover is ost 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
22. pin speed If the load is excessively unbalanced the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning To encourage improved load distribution and balance we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load Precautions and tips This washing machine was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations The following information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully General safety e This appliance was designed for domestic use only e The washing machine must only be used by adults in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual e Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet e Do not pull on the power supply cable when unplugging the appliance from the electricity socket Hold the plug and pull e Do not open the detergent dispenser drawer while the machine is in operation e Do not touch the drained water as it may reach extremely high temperatures e Never force the porthole door This could damage the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent accidental opening e If the appliance breaks down do not under any circumstances access the internal mechanisms in an attempt to repair it yourself e Always keep children well away from the appliance while it is operating e The door can become quite hot during the wash cycle e If the appliance has to be moved work in a group
23. pour the detergent into the relevant compartments as described in Detergents and laundry CLOSE THE DOOR SELECT THE WASH CYCLE Press one of the WASH CYCLE SELECTOR buttons to select the required wash cycle the name of the wash cycle will appear on the display A temperature and spin speed is set for each wash cycle these may be adjusted The duration of the cycle will appear on the display CUSTOMISE THE WASH CYCLE Use the relevant buttons Modifying the temperature and or spin speed The machine automatically selects the maximum temperature and spin speed set for the selected wash cycle these values cannot therefore be increased The temperature can be decreased by pressing the DD button until the cold wash OFF setting is reached The spin speed may be progressively reduced by pressing the button until it is completely excluded the OFF setting If these buttons are pressed If the selected function is not compatible with another function which has been selected previously the indicator light corresponding to the first function selected will flash and only the second function will be activated the indicator light corresponding to the enabled function will remain lit The functions may affect the recommended load value and or the duration of the cycle START THE PROGRAMME Press the START PAUSE button The corresponding indicator light will become green remaining lit in a fixed m
24. r adaptor or at the distribution board If you are in any doubt 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 Disposing of the appliance When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug by cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the plug body and dispose of it as described above GREEN amp YELLOW _ 3 E fa m BROWN son Cort S 13 ampere fuse snow KO Ji AN BLUE par CORD GRIP The washing machine should not be installed in an outdoor environment not even when the area is sheltered because it may be very dangerous to leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms When the washing machine 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 replaced 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 and before you use it for the first time run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry using the wash cycle TP Hotpoint Technical data Model WMD 940
25. twards 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 11 level inside the machine is collecting it in a bucket as remove the cover panel on the washing machine see Care and maintenance Cutting off the water and electricity supplies e Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks e Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work Cleaning the washing machine The outer 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 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Remove the dispenser 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 washing machine is fitted with a self cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance Checking the water inlet hose Check the inlet hose at least once a year If there are any cracks it should be replaced
26. with a breather pipe If the problem persists even after these checks turn off the water tap switch the appliance off and contact the Assistance Service If the dwelling is on one of the upper floors of a building there may be problems relating to water drainage causing the washing machine to fill with water and drain continuously Special anti draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this inconvenience The washing machine does not e The wash cycle does not include draining some wash cycles require the drain or spin drain phase to be started manually see Wash cycles and functions e The Reduced creases function has been activated To complete the wash cycle press the START PAUSE button see Wash cycles and functions e The drain hose is bent see nstallation e The drainage duct is clogged The washing machine vibrates a The drum was not unlocked correctly during installation see Installation lot during the spin cycle e The washing machine is not level see Installation e The washing machine is trapped between cabinets and walls see Installation The washing machine leaks e The water inlet hose is not screwed on properly see Installation e The detergent dispenser drawer is blocked for cleaning instructions see Care and maintenance e The drain hose is not fixed properly see Installation The machine is locked and the e Switch off the machine and unplu
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