Instructions for use WASHER-DRYER ! GB This symbol reminds you to read this instruction manual.
Installation GB ! 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 ! This is a separate part of the polystyrene base and should be removed with the base.
• the supply voltage is included within the values indicated on the Technical Data Plate fixed on the machine; Connecting the drain hose 65 - 100 cm Where it connects to the waste water pipe cut end off spigot or remove the blanking cap 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 undersink trap.
GB As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or or coloured Green or Green & 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 or adaptor or at the distribution board.
GB Technical data Model WDF 740 P/G/A/K/X Dimensions width 59.5 cm height 85 cm depth 53.5 cm Capacity from 1 to 7 kg for the wash programme from 1 to 5 kg for the drying programme Electrical connections please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar) minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) drum capacity 52 litres Spin speed up to 1400 rotations per minute Energy rated Wash: programme 1; temperature 60°C; using a load of 7 kg.
Description of the Washer-dryer and starting a wash cycle GB Control panel WASH CYCLE PROGRESS indicator lights DISPLAY ON/OFF button with indicator light Detergent dispenser drawer DOOR LOCKED TEMPERATURE button indicator light START/PAUSE DRYING button WASH CYCLE knob FUNCTION buttons with indicator lights button with indicator light CHILD LOCK button with indicator light Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense detergents and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”).
Indicator lights The indicator lights provide important information. This is what they can tell you: Wash cycle phase indicator lights As the WASH CYCLE knob is rotated, the indicator lights illuminate, indicating the stages which will be performed by the machine in accordance with the selected wash cycle. Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has begun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in progress.
Wash cycles Table of wash cycles Wash cycles GB Description of the wash cycle Detergents Max. temp. (°C) Max. speed (rpm) Drying Wash Max. load (kg) Fabric Normal softener Mini load Cycle duration Essentials cycles Cottons: extremely soiled whites. 90° 1400 7 3 1 Cottons (1): heavily soiled whites. 60° 1400 7 3 1 Cottons (2): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1400 7 3 2 Cottons: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.
Personalisation Setting the temperature GB By pressing the TEMPERATURE button to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles). The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ). 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 cycle Table of Drying times (guideline values) The desired drying cycle type may be set by pressing the Fabric Max.
Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Garments requiring special care 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 a build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution.
Precautions and tips ! This Washer-dryer was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations. The following information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully.
Care and maintenance GB Cutting off the water and electricity supplies • 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. • Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work. Cleaning the pump The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance.
Troubleshooting Your Washer-dryer 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. GB Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The machine does not switch on. • The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or not enough to make contact. • There is no power to the socket, or the fuse has blown in the mains plug. The wash cycle does not start.
GB The machine is noisy. • There will always be some motor, pump and drum noise during spin. The machine wont spin properly. • 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.
Assistance Guarantee GB 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.
195077592.06 12/2010 - Xerox Fabriano After Sales Service GB 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.
