Hotpoint WMTF 722 H UK User Manual
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EN 1
INTENDED USE
This washing machine is exclusively destined to wash
and spin machine washable laundry in quantities
which are usual for private households.
• Observe the instructions given in these Instructions
for Use and the Programme Chart when using the
washing machine
• Keep these Instructions for Use and the
Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing
machine to another person, also give him/her
Instructions for Use and Programme Chart.
SAFETY AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Safety instructions
• The washing machine is
appropriate for indoor use only.
• Do not store flammable fluids
near the appliance.
• Do not place electrical
appliances on the lid of your
washing machine.
• Children must be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• The washing machine can
be operated by children from
the age of 8 years up, as well
as by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge, provided they
are supervised or instructed
regarding the safe use of the
washing machine and they
understand the dangers resulting
from the use. Children must not
play with the washing machine.
Care and maintenance works on
the washing machine must not
be carried out by children without
being supervised.
• Do not attempt to force the lid
open.
• If necessary, the power cable
may be replaced with an
identical one obtained from our
After-Sales Service. The power
cable must only be replaced by a
qualified technician.
• Before any cleaning or carrying
out maintenance switch off the
washing machine and disconnect
it from the mains supply.
2. Packing
• The packaging materials are 100% recyclable
and bear the recycling symbol . Adhere to local
regulations when disposing of packaging material
3. Disposing of packaging and old
washing machines
• This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consquences for the
environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product.
• The symbol on the product, or on the
documents accompanying the product, indicates
that this appliance may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal
must be carried out in accordance with local
environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment,
recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased
the product.
• The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. It must be disposed of in compliance
with current local waste disposal regulations.
• Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues
and cut off the power cable so that the washing
machine is made unusable.
4. General recommendations
• Do not leave the washing machine connected
when not in use. Turn off the tap.
5. EC Declaration of Conformity
• This washing machine has been designed,
constructed and distributed in compliance
with the safety requirements of EC Directives:
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
The Manufacturer is not liable for any damage to
laundry resulting from inadequate or incorrect fabric
care instructions which have been provided with the
garment or article
EN 2
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1. Remove the packaging and check
a. Cut and remove the shrink-wrap.
b. Remove the top protection and the protective
corners.
c. Remove the bottom protection by tilting and
turning the washing machine on one rear
bottom corner. Make sure that the plastic part
of the bottom protection (if available on the
model) remains in the packing and not in the
machine bottom.
This is important, as otherwise the plastic part could
damage the washing machine during operation.
d. Open the lid by pressing it slightly down while
raising the handle. Remove the polystyrene
cushion (depending on model).
e. Remove the blue protective film from the panel
(depending on model).
• After unpacking, make sure that the washing
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the
washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or
your local retailer.
• Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children;
they are potentially dangerous.
• If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to
delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few
hours before operating.
2. Remove the transport bracket
• The washing machine is fitted with transport
screws and a transport bracket to prevent damage
during transport. Before using the washing
machine you must remove the transport
bracket (see “Installation”/“Removal of transport
bracket”).
3. Install the washing machine
• Place the washing machine on a flat and stable
floor surface.
• Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is
stable and level (see “Installation”/“Adjust the
feet”).
• In case of wooden or so-called “floating floors” (for
instance certain parquet or laminate floors), place
the appliance on a sheet of plywood with a size of
at least 40 x 60 cm and thickness of at least 3 cm,
which is screwed to the floor.
• Make sure that the ventilation openings in the
base of your washing machine (if available on your
model) are not obstructed by a carpet or other
material.
4. Water supply
• Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance
with the regulations of your local water company
(see “Installation”/“Connect the water inlet hose”).
• Water supply: Cold water only
• Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection
• Pressure: 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
• Only use new hoses for connecting the washing
machine to the water supply. Used hoses must not
be used anymore and should be discarded.
5. Drain hose
• Firmly connect the drain hose to the siphon or
another outlet for drain water. (see “Installation”/
Connect the water drain hose”).
• If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped with
a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and draining
of water (siphoning effect).
6. Electrical connection
• Electrical connections must be carried out by a
qualified technician in compliance with the manu-
facturer’s instructions and the current standard
safety regulations.
• The technical data (voltage, power and fuses) are
given on the rating plate on the rear of the washing
machine.
• Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
• Access to the mains plug or disconnection from
the mains supply via a double-pole switch must be
ensured at all times after the installation.
• Do not operate the washing machine if it has been
damaged during transport. Inform the After-Sales
Service.
• Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service.
• The washing machine must be connected exclu-
sively by means of a socket with an earth connec-
tion, in compliance with the regulations in force. In
particular, washing machines installed in premises
containing a shower or a bath must be protected
by a differential residual current device of at least
30 mA. Earthing the washing machine is obliga-
tory under the law. The manufacturer declines all
liability for injury to persons or animals or damage
to property deriving either directly or indirectly from
failure to observe the directions in these Instruc-
tions for Use.
• When using a residual current circuit breaker
(RCCB), only use a model marked with .
Approximate dimensions:
Width: 400 mm
Height: 900 mm
Depth: 600 mm
EN 3
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE (picture 1)
a. Lid
b. Detergent dispenser
c. Drum
d. Pump access behind filter
e. After-Sales Service sticker (behind the filter cover)
f. Mobility lever (depending on model). To move the
washing machine: pull the handle out a little bit by
hand and pull it out to the stop with the foot.
g. Adjustable feet
INSTALLATION
Removal of transport bracket
The washing machine is fitted with a transport bracket
to avoid any possible damage during transport.
IMPORTANT: Before using the washing machine,
the transport bracket at the back MUST be
removed.
1. Unscrew the two screws “A” and the four screws
“B” with a flat screwdriver or a No. 8 hex nut box
spanner (picture 2).
2. Remove the transport bracket (picture 3).
3. Replace the four outer screws “B” on the machine
and tighten them (picture 2).
4. Clip the two covers “C” supplied into the openings
“D” of the washing machine (picture 4).
Note: do not forget to replace and tighten the four
outer screws.
Adjust the feet (picture 5, 6)
Install the washing machine on a level surface, near
to electrical, water and drain connections.
If the floor is uneven, adjust the feet (do not insert
pieces of wood, cardboard etc. under the feet):
1. Screw out the washing machine´s feet by hand
with 2-3 clockwise turns and then slacken the
locknut by wrench.
2. Adjust the height of the feet by hand.
3. Retighten the locknut by turning it anti-clockwise
towards the washing machine’s bottom.
Make sure that the feet are resting correctly on the
floor and that the washing machine is perfectly
level and stable (use a spirit level).
The washing machine can be installed in an area 40
cm wide and 63 cm deep.
Note: if you install the machine on thick carpet, adjust
the feet to ensure that there is sufficient space under
the machine for the air to circulate.
Connect the water inlet hose (picture 7)
1. Carefully screw the water inlet hose to the valve
on the rear side of the washing machine (A); screw
the other end of the hose to the tap by hand.
2. Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.
3. Check water-tightness of tap and washing machine
connections by turning the tap completely on.
• If the hose is too short, replace it with a suitable
length of pressure resistant hose (1000 kPa min,
EN 61770 approved type).
• If you need a longer waterstop hose, contact our
After Sales Service or your dealer.
• Check the inlet hose regularly for brittleness and
cracks and replace if necessary.
• The washing machine can be connected without a
backflow valve.
Water stop anti-flooding system (picture 8)
(if available)
• Screw the hose to the water supply tap. Turn the
tap fully on and check the water-tightness of the
connection.
• The washing machine must not be connected to
the mixing tap of a non-pressurized water heater!
• Do not immerse the water stop device of the hose
into water; otherwise it will loose its protective
function.
• If the flexible hose is damaged, unplug the washing
machine from the mains immediately, turn off the
tap and replace the hose.
• If the flexible hose is too short, replace it with a 3
m Water Stop hose (available from After-Sales
Service or from your dealer).
Connect the water drain hose (picture 9)
Unhook the drain hose from the left clip, see arrow
“A” on picture.
Important:
Do NOT loosen the drain hose from the right con-
nection, see arrow “B” on picture. Otherwise, there
is the risk of leakage and of scalding with hot water.
Firmly connect the drain hose to the siphon or another
outlet for drain water.
If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose
of the same size and secure the unions with screw-on
hose clips.
Maximum overall drain hose length: 2.50 m.
Maximum drain height: 100 cm.
Minimum drain height: 55 cm.
Important:
Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose and
take precautions against it falling while the washing
machine is running.
EN 4
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations.
1) Warning - this washing machine must be earthed
This washing machine is normally supplied with a mains lead having a plug fitted in the factory which has
been checked for correct earth continuity.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, or if the machine’s mains lead is not fitted with a plug,
you should fit a suitable new, good quality plug by following the instructions in (2) below.
Any unsuitable plug should be cut off and disposed of in order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be
inserted into a socket.
2) CONNECTION TO A REWIRABLE PLUG - to be carried out only by a qualified electrician
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”)
BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”)
GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)
To fit a new plug, proceed as follows:
2.1)Polarized Plugs (e.g. 3 pin, 13 amp plug conforming to BS
1363A)
a. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth symbol
or coloured green and yellow.
b. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter “N” or coloured blue.
c. The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “L” or coloured brown.
2.2) Non-polarized plugs (e.g. 2 pin with side earth contact)
The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the earth contact. The other two
wires should be connected to the two pins, irrespective of colour.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
If the mains lead of this washing machine is fitted with a BS 1363A 13
amp fused plug, replace the fuse only with an A.S.T.A. approved type con-
forming to BS 1362 and proceed as follows: Remove the fuse cover (A)
and the fuse (B). Fit the replacement 13 A fuse into the fuse cover. Refit
both into the plug. For all other types of plug, the supply socket should be
protected by a 16 A fuse or circuit breaker at the distribution board.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
EN 5
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
To remove any residual water used in testing by the
manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a
short wash cycle without laundry.
1. Open the tap.
2. Close the drum flaps.
3. Add a small amount of detergent (maximum
1/3 of the quantity the detergent manufacturer
recommends for lightly soiled laundry) to the main
wash chamber of the detergent dispenser.
4. Close the lid.
5. Select and start programme “Synthetics” at 60°C
(see separate the programme chart).
PREPARATION OF THE LAUNDRY
Sort the laundry
1. Sort the laundry according to…
• Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics, wool,
handwash items.
• Colour
Separate whites and coloureds. Wash new
coloured items separately.
• Size
Wash items of different sizes in the same load to
improve washing efficiency and distribution in the
drum.
• Fabric delicacy
Wash delicate articles separately: use a special
programme for Pure New Wool , curtains and
other delicates. Always remove curtain glides or
wash curtains with the glides inside a cotton bag.
Use the special programme for handwash fabrics.
Wash stockings, belts and other small items or
articles with hooks (e.g. bras) in special cotton
bags for washing machines or in zipped pillow
cases.
2. Empty pockets
Coins, safety pins and similar items can damage
your laundry as well as the washing machine’s
drum and tub.
3. Fasteners
Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose belts
or ribbons should be tied together.
Stain remwoval
• Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances are
generally removed by the enzyme phase of the
programme.
• To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and
fruitstains etc. add a stain remover to the main
wash chamber of the detergent dispenser.
• Particularly stubborn stains should be treated
before the wash.
Dyeing and bleaching
• Only use dyes and bleaches that are suitable
forwashing machines.
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Plastic and rubber parts of the machine may be
stained by dyes or bleaches.
Loading the laundry
1. Open the machine lid by pulling it upwards.
2. Open the drum
-by pushing the drum flap release (picture 10,11);
models as shown on picture 10 have a fixed drum
flap release which will not compress when pushed.
-by holding the rear drum flap, sliding back the
slider into arrow direction and pushing the front
flap towards the inside of the drum until the closing
mechanism releases (picture 12).
3. Place the items of laundry into the drum one by
one. Do not exceed the maximum load of the
programmes indicated in the separate programme
chart.
-Overloading the machine will result in
unsatisfactory washing results and creased
laundry.
-Take care that the laundry does not overhang the
drum; if this is the case, push the laundry down
into the drum so that there is enough free space
to close the drum flaps properly.
-Do not use the flaps to push the laundry into the
drum.
4. To close the drum, hold both flaps in the middle
again (picture 13), the rear flap over the front flap.
ATTENTION: make sure that the drum flaps are
properly locked - depending on the model:
-all metal hooks must be properly hooked inside
the rear door flap - see picture 14.
-all metal hooks must be properly hooked inside
the rear door flap, and the button must overlap
the edge of the rear door flap see picture 15.
-the slider of the front flap must slightly overlap
the rear flap - see picture 16.
Check that no laundry gets stuck between the flaps,
or between flaps and drum.
EN 6
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
Keep detergents and additives in a safe, dry
place out of the reach of children.
Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine,
benzene); do not machine wash fabrics that
have been treated with solvents or flammable
liquids.
Only use detergents and/or additives that are
specifically produced for domestic washing
machines. Observe the recommendations on the
care labels of your laundry.
The choice of detergent depends on:
• Type of fabric
• Colour
• Recommended wash temperature
• Degree and type of soiling
Laundry type Kind of detergent
White robust laundry
(cold-95°C):
heavy duty detergents with
bleach
White delicate laundry
(cold-40°C):
mild detergents with bleach
and/or optical brighteners
Light /pastel- shaded
colours (cold-60°C):
detergents with bleach and/
or optical brighteners
Intensive colours
(cold-60°C):
colour detergents without
bleach/optical brighteners
Black/dark
colours(cold-60°C):
special detergents for black/
dark laundry
For laundry requiring special treatment (e.g. wool
or microfibers), we recommend to use specialized
detergents, additives or pre-treatment available on the
market. Refer to internet link www.cleanright.eu for
more detailed information.
Do not use liquid detergent for the main wash
when having activated the “Prewash” option.
Do not use liquid detergent when selecting a
later cycle start / cycle end (depending on the
model).
Dosage
Follow the dosage recommendations on the detergent
pack. They depend on:
• degree and type of soiling
• size of wash
-full load: follow the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions;
-half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full load;
-minimum load (about 1 kg): half the amount used
for a full load
If there is no reference to a certain wash load on
the detergent pack: the detergent manufacturers
usually refer their dosing recommendations to 4.5
kg laundry for heavy duty detergent and 2.5 kg
laundry for delicate detergent.
• water hardness in your area (ask for information
from your water company). Soft water requires less
detergent than hard water.
Please note:
Too much detergent can result in excess foam
formation, which reduces washing efficiency. If the
washing machine detects too much foam, it may
prevent spinning, or prolong the programme duration
and increase the water consumption (see also
remarks on foam formation in the “Troubleshooting
Guide”). Insufficient detergent may result in grey
laundry and also calcifies the heating system, drum
and hoses.
Where to put detergents and additives
(picture 17a, 17b - depending on the model)
Prewash chamber
• Detergent for the prewash phase (only if you
have activated “prewash” option)
Main wash chamber
• Detergent for the main wash phase (must be
added for all wash programmes)
• Additive for stain removal (optional)
• Water softener (optional; recommendable for
water hardness class 4 or more)
Softener chamber
• Fabric softener (optional)
• Starch dissolved in water (optional)
Do not exceed the “MAX” level mark when filling in
detergent, additives or softener.
For more information regarding the application of
detergent and fabric softener in the programmes,
have a look at the separate program chart.
Using chlorine bleach
• Wash your laundry in the desired programme
(Cotton, Synthetics), adding an appropriate amount
of chlorine bleach to the SOFTENER chamber
(close the lid carefully).
• Immediately after end of programme, start the
“Rinse and Spin” programme to eliminate any
residual bleach smell; if you want, you can add
softener.
• Never put both chlorine bleach and softener into
the softener chamber at the same time.
Using starch powder
• Wash your laundry in the desired wash programme.
• Prepare the starch solution according to the starch
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Fill the prepared starch solution (maximum 100
ml) into the softener chamber of the detergent
dispenser.
• Close the lid and start programme “Rinse and
Spin”.
EN 7
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug the washing machine before doing any maintenance.
Detergent dispenser
Clean the detergent dispenser regularly, at least
three or four times a year, to prevent detergent
build-up:
Detergent dispenser - picture 17a
1. Push in the buttons on each side of the dispenser
(picture 18).
2. Pull the dispenser towards you and remove
it. A small quantity of water can remain in the
dispenser. It is advisable to carry the dispenser in
an upright position.
3. Wash the dispenser using running water. You can
also remove the siphon caps in the dispenser for
cleaning.
4. Replace the siphon caps in the dispenser (if
removed). Make sure that they lock in place
5. Replace the dispenser by locating the bottom tabs
in the lid holes and pivot until both of the upper
buttons lock.
Detergent dispenser - picture 17b
1. Press the button to release the detergent dispenser
and remove it (picture 19). A small quantity of
water can remain in the dispenser, thus you should
carry it in an upright position.
2. Wash the dispenser using running water. You can
also remove the siphon cap on the back of the
dispenser for cleaning (picture 20).
3. Replace the siphon cap in the dispenser (if
removed)
4. Reinstall the dispenser by locating the dispenser’s
bottom tabs into the appropriate openings on the
lid, and by pushing the dispenser against the lid
until it locks into place.
Make sure that the detergent dispenser is
correctly reinstalled.
Water inlet hose filter
Check and clean regularly (at least two or three
times a year).
1. Unplug the washing machine.
2. Turn off the tap.
3. Unscrew the hose from the tap.
4. Carefully clean the filter located at the end of hose,
without disassembling it, for example with a tooth-
brush.
Note: Do not submerge the hose in water.
5. Screw the flexible hose back onto the tap by hand.
Do not use pliers (risk of squashing the joint).
6. Turn on the tap and check that the connections
are water-tight.
7. Plug the washing machine back in.
Water inlet hose
(picture 21, 22 or 23, depending on model)
Check the inlet hose regularly for brittleness and
cracks and replace it if necessary using a new hose of
the same type.
The inlet hose as shown on picture 21 has a safety
valve to prevent the appliance against uncontrolled
water inlet; if the safety valve inspection window (A) is
red, the safety valve has been activated and the hose
must be exchanged. Contact out After-Sales Service
or your specialist dealer to obtain a new inlet hose.
For unscrewing the inlet hose as shown on picture 21,
you must push down the release lever (B) (if available)
while unscrewing it.
If your inlet hose has a transparent hose coating
(picture 22), periodically check the colour of the
transparent coating. If the transparent hose shows a
local dark colour change, this is an indication that the
hose may have a leak and should be replaced.
Contact our After-Sales Service team or specialist
dealer to obtain a replacement hose.
Appliance exterior and control panel
• Clean with a soft damp cloth.
• If necessary, use some soapy water or a mild
neutral detergent (do not use detergents containing
solvents, abrasive detergents, window or general-
purpose cleaners - they may harm the surfaces).
Appliance interior
• After each washing, leave the lid open for some-
time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry.
• If you never or seldom wash your laundry at
95°C, we recommend to occasionally run a 95°C
programme without laundry, adding a small amount
of detergent, to keep the interior of the appliance
clean.
Lid seal
• Check the condition of the lid seal periodically and
clean it from time to time with a damp cloth.
Water inlet hose(s)
• Check the hose regularly for brittleness and cracks.
Replace if necessary.
Filter
• Check and clean the filter regularly, at least 3 or
4 times a year (see “Cleaning the Filter/ Draining
Residual Water”).
Do not use flammable fluids for cleaning the ap-
pliance.
EN 8
Recovering an object that falls between
the drumand the tub
If an object accidentally falls between the drum and
the tub, you can recover it thanks to one of the remov-
able drum blades:
1. Unplug the washing machine.
2. Remove the laundry from the drum.
3. Close the drum flaps and turn the drum a
half-turn (picture 24).
4. Using a screw-driver, press on the plastic end
while sliding the blade from left to right (picture
25, 26).
5. It will fall into the drum.
6. Open the drum: you can recover the object
through the hole in the drum.
7. Refit the blade from inside the drum: Position the
plastic tip above the hole on the right side of the
drum (picture 27).
8. Then slide the plastic blade from right to left until
it clips.
9. Close the drum flaps again, turn the drum through
half a turn and check the positioning of the blade
at all its anchorage points.
10. Plug the washing machine in again.
REMAINING MOISTURE CONTENT OF THE LAUNDRY
AFTER SPINNING
The degree of moisture remaining in the laundry
after spinning mainly depends on the fabric type, the
selected programme and spin speed.
The lowest remaining moisture content can be
achieved using the wash programme referred to
by the Energy Label, with maximum spin speed.
This programme is marked in the separate
programme chart as “Reference programme
for the Energy Label”. Below a survey of the
remaining moisture content (in %) related to
the various spin-drying efficiency classes:
Spin-drying
efficiency class
Remaining moisture
content in %
A (= most efficient) less than 45
B 45 or more, but less than 54
C 54 or more, but less than 63
D 63 or more, but less than 72
E 72 or more, but less than 81
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING (picture 30)
1. Unplug the washing machine.
2. Turn off the tap.
3. Remove the water supply and drain hose.
4. Eliminate all water from the hoses and the washing
machine (see “Cleaning the Filter/ Draining
Residual Water”). Wait for the water to cool so as to
avoid any accidents.
5. To facilitate moving the machine, pull the handle
situated at the bottom front (if available on your
model) out a little by hand and pull it out to the stop
with the foot. Afterwards push the handle back into
the original stable position.
6. Fix the transport bracket again for transportation.
7. Transport the washing machine upright.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the washing machine while
the handle is pulled out.
CLEANING THE FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
The washing machine is provided with a self-cleaning
pump. The filter keeps objects like buttons, coins,
safetypins etc. which have been left in the laundry.
We recommend to check and clean the filter regularly,
at least two or three times a year.
Especially:
• if the appliance is not draining properly or if it fails
to perform spin cycles.
• if the “Pump” indication lights up.
IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled
before draining the appliance.
Residual water must be drained also before transport-
ing the machine.
1. Unplug the washing machine.
2. Open the filter cover with a coin (picture 28).
3. Place a bowl beneath it.
4. Turn the filter slowly anti-clockwise until some
water starts to flow out; do not remove it as yet.
5. Wait until all the water has drained.
6. Now unscrew the filter completely and extract it
(picture 29).
7. Clean the filter and the filter chamber.
8. Make sure the pump impeller (in the housing
behind the filter) is not obstructed.
9. Insert the filter again and screw it in
completely in clockwise direction. Make
sure the filter is screwed in properly, as far
as it will go.
10. Pour approximately one litre of water into the
washing machine via the drum and check that
water does not leak from the filter.
11. Close the filter cover.
12. Reconnect the washing machine.
EN 9
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.
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Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
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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.
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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.
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Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB
Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate,Dublin 17
RECYCLING & 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.
EN 10
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Your washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early
stage and allow you to react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be removed within
a few minutes.
Problem Causes - Solutions - Tips
Appliance does not start,
no indicator lamps are on
• Plug is not properly inserted in socket.
• Socket or fuse does not function correctly (use a table lamp or similar
appliance to test it).
Appliance does not start
although “Start(Pause)”
has been pressed
• Lid is not properly closed.
• The “Child lock” function has been activated (if available on your
model). To unlock the buttons, push temperature and spin speed button
simultaneously and hold them at least for 3 seconds. The key symbol on
the display disappears and the programme can be started.
Appliance stops during the
programme, and the
“Start(Pause)” light blinks
• “Rinse hold” option is activated (if available on your model) - terminate
“Rinse hold” by pressing “Start(Pause)” or by choosing and starting
“Drain”.
• Programme has been changed - reselect desired programme and press
Start(Pause)”.
• Programme has been interrupted and eventually lid has been opened -
close lid and restart programme by pressing “Start(Pause)”.
• The appliance’s safety system has been activated (see “Description of
failure indicators”).
• Water tap is not opened or water inlet hose is kinked (“Water tap closed”
indicator lights up).
Detergent dispenser
contains residues from
detergent/additives at end
of wash
• Detergent dispenser is not properly installed, or detergent dispenser is
blocked (see “Care and Maintenance”).
• Filter in the water inlet hose is blocked (see “Care and Maintenance”).
Appliance vibrates during
spin cycle
• Washing machine is not level; the feet are not properly adjusted (see
“Installation”).
• The transport bracket has not been removed; before using the washing
machine, the transport bracket must be removed.
Final spin results are poor • Unbalance during spinning prevented spin phase to protect the washing
machine (see “Unbalance during spinning”).
• Excessive foam formation prevented spinning; select and start “Rinse &
Spin” programme. Avoid excessive detergent dosing (see “Detergents
And Additives”).
• “Spin” button has been set to a low spin speed.
“Unbalance during spinning”
The “Spin/Drain” indicator
in the programme flow bar
blinks, or the spin speed on
the display blinks, or the spin
speed indicator blinks after
the end of the programme
(depending on the model).
The laundry is still very wet.
Unbalance of the laundry load during spinning prevented the spin phase
to avoid damages on the washing machine. This is why the laundry is still
very wet.
Reason for unbalance can be: small laundry loads (consisting of only few
quite big or absorbent items, e.g. towels), or big/heavy laundry items.
• If possible avoid small laundry loads.
• It is highly recommended that you add other laundry items of different
sizes when washing a big or heavy piece of laundry.
If you want to spin the wet laundry, add more laundry items of different
sizes, and subsequently select and start the “Rinse & Spin” programme.
Programme duration is
considerably longer or
shorter as indicated in the
“programme chart” or on
the display (if available)
Normal function of the washing machine to adapt to factors that can have
an effect on the programme duration, like excessive foam formation, load
unbalance due to heavy laundry items, prolonged heating time resulting
from low inlet water temperature etc.. Moreover, the sensing system of the
washing machine adapts the programme duration to the size of the wash
load.
Depending on these factors, the duration is recalculated during the
programme and updated if necessary; during such periods, an animation
appears on the display (if available). For small loads, the programme
time indicated in the “programme chart” may be reduced by up to 50%.
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Failure indicator
lights up
Indication on display
(if available)
Description - Causes - Solutions
“Service”
“bdd”
(in case your washing
machine has no display:
all lamps of the programme
flow bar light up)
Appliance stops during the programme. “Drum flaps
open” (the drum flaps have not been closed properly).
Push the “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds and wait
until the “Door open” lights up. Open lid and close
drum flaps, then select and start desired programme
again. If fault persists, notify our After-Sales Service.
from “F02” to “F35”
(except “F09”)
“Electrical module fault”.
Select and start “Drain” programme or push “Reset”
button for at least 3 seconds.
“F09”
“Water level too high” (after programme cancellation or
false operating). Switch off appliance and then switch it
on again, select programme “Drain” and start within 15
sec.
“FA”
“Waterstop fault”
Switch off appliance, pull out mains plug and turn water
tap off. Tilt appliance forward carefully to allow collected
water to flow out from the bottom. Then:
• Plug in the appliance again.
• Turn the water tap on (if water immediately flows into
the appliance without the appliance being started,
there is a failure; turn off the tap and notify After-Sales
Service).
• Select and start the desired programme again.
“Fod”
“Overfoaming”
Too much foam interrupted the wash programme.
• Select and start “Rinse & Spin” programme.
• Afterwards select and start desired programme again,
using less detergent.
If faults persist, unplug the appliance, turn off the water
tap and contact our After-Sales Service
“Water tap
closed” −
Appliance has no or insufficient water supply. The “Start
(Pause)” light blinks. Check whether:
• Water tap is fully open and water supply pressure is
sufficient.
• Kinks are present in water inlet hose.
• Mesh filter of water supply hose is blocked (see “Care
and Maintenance”).
• Water hose is frozen up.
• Safety valve inspection window of your water supply
hose is red (provided your appliance has a water
supply hose as shown on picture 21 - see previous
chapter “Care and Maintenance”); replace the hose by
a new one available through our After-Sales Service or
your specialist dealer.
After problem has been removed, restart programme
by pressing “Start (Pause)”. If the fault occurs again,
contact our After-Sales Service.
“Clean pump” −
Waste water is not pumped out. The appliance stops in
the corresponding programme step; unplug it and check
whether:
• Kinks are present in the drain hose.
• Filter or pump is blocked (see chapter “Cleaning the
Filter/ Draining Residual Water”; make sure the water
has cooled before draining the appliance).
• The drain hose is frozen up.
After problem has been removed, select and start “Drain”
programme or push “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds;
afterwards restart desired programme. If the fault occurs
again, contact our After-Sales-Service.
Description of failure indicators
If your washing machine has no display, check which of the previously described situations could be
the origin of the fault and follow the corresponding instructions.
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