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Congratulations on the purchase of your
new Washing Machine.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read this instruction book
thoroughly before installing and using
your appliance for the first time.
Instruction Manual
For Models WM80, WM79, WM77, WM69,
WM68, WM67, WM66 and WM60
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Electricity Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used.To change fuse, lift holder to vertical position and lift the fuse out. To replace, insert fuse and push fuse holder down into locked position. Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug. WARNING: Do not use plug unless fuse holder is in l
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Contents Electricity Supply ...................................... 2 Wash Features Recycling & Disposal Information .............. 3 Option Buttons Automatic Features ................................. 12 Installation Instructions 1. Choose a Location................................ 4 Weight of Wash Load 2. Remove Transit Bracket ....................... 5 Washcare Tips 3. Connect to the Water Supply ................ 6 Spin Only Option.......................... 13 4. Connect to a Drainage System
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Installation Instructions IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Do not plug in and switch appliance on at the mains until installation is complete. You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your appliance is caused by incorrect installation or misuse. Follow these 5 steps for a trouble free installation: 1. Choose a Location... 2. Remove Transit Bracket... 3. Connect to the Water Supply... 4. Connect to a Drainage System... 5. Adjust the Feet... 1. Choose a Location... The choice of location
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2. Remove Transit Bracket... Your appliance is fitted with an internal bracket (Fig 1) which prevents damage to the appliance during transit. Remove parts (Fig 2) following the instructions below. Note: It is normal for the door seal to look creased, it will not affect its use. Transit Bracket Fig 1 WARNINGS Before using appliance, remove transit bracket, clamp and screws Retain parts for future transportation. Do not remove concrete weight. After removing the packaging from the machi
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3. Connect to the Water Supply... Incoming hot and cold water pressure should be between 3 and 150 psi (21 - 1034 Kpa). The temperature of the incoming household hot water supply should ideally be 60°C and no higher than 70°C as this could cause damage to both your laundry and appliance. The water supply taps must be easily accessible when the appliance is installed. The appliance must be connected to the appliance water supply using the new hose set supplied, old hose sets should not be
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4. Connect to a Drainage System... Do not remove hooked end support from drainage hose. Do not position standpipe near an electrical outlet. For drainage into a standard work top sink ensure outlet pipe has a minimum bore of 32 mm. To avoid syphoning ensure the end of the drainage hose is above the water level in the sink. If your sink is inset, the front edge of the basin must be less than 75 mm from the front edge of your work top. We recommend one of the following drainage methods:- Wh
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Getting to Know Your Appliance Model WM79 shows the maximum features available. 10 11 9 12 Red line indicates minimum height of drainage hose 13 Model WM79 pictured 14 15 1 2 7 Index 3 Front 1. Door Locked Indicator 4 2. Mains On/Off Button. 3. Wash Dial 5 4. Variable Spin Speed Dial 5. Optional Wash Feature Buttons 6 2 available on Models WM80, WM 69, WM66 & WM60 4 available on Models WM79 WM77, WM68 & WM67 6. Interlocking Door & Release Button 7. Detergent/Fabric Conditioner Drawer 8. Adjust
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Fig 1 Button Selection To select, press button and button comes out. To cancel, press again and button is flush with console. Interlocking Door System Fig 2 To Open... Grip the door handle and press the button whilst pulling open the door (Fig 2). Fig 3 To Close... Apply pressure at the 3 o’clock position (Fig 3) until the door clicks. Door Locked Indicator Light... When switched on, after a few seconds the indicator light will illuminate and the door will lock. This light will remain lit throug
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Before selecting a programme, ensure the mains button is in the ‘OFF’ position. A Typical Wash Programme WARNINGS Do not allow children to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls. Do not overload appliance! It may damage laundry and reduce the quality of Sort laundry by label Add detergent and or Close door by applying 3 1 2 into groups with the conditioner to the the wash. pressure at the same wash dispenser drawer, see 3 o’clock position. Do not a
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The temperature of the incoming water supply or selection of wash features: ie. Economy, Super Rinse etc, will affect programme times. Choosing a Wash Programme Approximate Hotpoint recommend the Maximum Prog.Time Persil range of detergent Spin Speed (in minutes) depending ITCL Wash Temp Full products based on hot Fabric on Model Prog. Codes ˚C Load and cold fill Heavily soiled loads. On completion, switch A 3kg to 5.5kg 15 - 25 400rpm 40 ‘OFF’ mains button Prewash be
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Wash Features Button Selection To select an optional wash feature, press button and a colour band will become visible. Press again to cancel. Option Buttons Economy Wash (for Models WM80, WM79, WM77, WM69, WM68, WM67 WM66 & WM60) Save money and time on lightly soiled loads. Lightly soiled clothes are washed at the temperature of the incoming household water supply. Programme ‘A’ is heated to a reduced temperature of 30°C. Not available with programme ‘J’. Super Rinse (for Models WM80, WM79,
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Washcare Weight of Wash Load Tips Two examples of typical wash loads for Before washing laundry:- different types of fabric Pre-treat stains. COTTON Close zips, tie belts, strings etc... and press studs to prevent 2 Bath Towels tangling. 5 Shirts Remove paper/tissues from pockets. 6 Blouses Remove sharp objects or coins from pockets as they may 1 Set of Pyjamas damage clothes. 4 Sets of Underwear Limit size of absorbent loads ie.; towels, to 3kg (7lb) to give = 5.5kg good washing/
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Main Wash Indicator has been preset to dispense powder detergent only. If you wish to dispense liquid detergent see instructions for ‘Changing the Main Wash Indicator’ opposite. The Dispenser Drawer 1 2 3 4 5 6 Index 1. Drawer Latch. 2. Button. 3. Main Wash Indicator position for ‘Powder’ . 4. Liquid or powder detergent compartment (pre-set to dispense powder only). 5. Prewash detergent. 6. Fabric conditioner compartment. Choose a Suitable Detergent Hotpoint rec
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Dispensing Liquid Detergent Changing the Main Wash Indicator The Main Wash Indicator has been fitted, ready to Max.– 150ml. dispense ‘Powder’ 100ml. detergent only. 50ml. Fig 1 Fig 2 Refer to detergent manufacturer’s instructions for dosage and pour liquid into the compartment (Fig 1). Note: The ‘Liquid Detergent’ Main Wash Indicator features 3 WARNING lines which represent the dosage of liquid to be used (Fig 2). Do not dispense We recommend that you do not exceed the maximum limit of deter
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Cleaning WARNING Removing and Cleaning the Cleaning the Do not clean any part of Dispenser Drawer & Exterior your appliance with abrasive cleaners, Compartments scouring agents, acids, Note: It is advisable to clean the dispenser drawer chlorine based bleach or regularly. metal polish as they may cause damage. Use a damp cloth or silicon polish to clean the exterior surfaces of the appliance. Cleaning the Door Bowl Pull dispenser drawer Press button to release 1 2 out until it reaches its d
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Troubleshooting... My appliance will not start... the appliance drum and cause damage. Have you adjusted the feet to stabilise the Is the appliance plugged in and switched ‘ON’? Is the socket OK? Try another appliance in the appliance? See ‘Installation’ pages. socket. Is the fuse in the appliance plug OK? If not, replace The laundry has not spun dry... Did the water pump out? See ‘Installation’ pages. it. See ‘Electrical Supply’ section. Did you check the water supply was flowing b
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Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back Hotpoint gives you a unique ‘Satisfaction Guaranteed’ promise – valid for ninety days after you have purchased your Hotpoint product. If there is a technical problem with your Hotpoint appliance, call Hotpoint Service. If necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this Guarantee, Hotpoint will replace your appliance or, if you prefer, give you your money back. Hotpoint After Sales Service Hotpoint a
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Hotpoint Guarantee From the moment your appliance is delivered, Hotpoint guarantees it for five years. Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 months parts and labour guarantee plus FREE replacement parts for the first five years provided that they are fitted by our own Service Engineer (evidence will be required of date and place of purchase). All Hotpoint servicing is carried out by our own Service Organisation located throughout the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland. We w
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Key Contacts Service UK: 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200 You will be asked to quote the Model Number and Serial Number, which can be found on the inside of the door. Genuine Parts & Accessories Mail Order Hotline UK: 08709 077 077 Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836 Extended Warranty To join: UK 08709 088 088 Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200 For further product information 08701 50 60 70 All Hotpoint Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory right
