Hotpoint Washer Dryer WDL540 P G A K User Manual

Instructions for use  
WASHER-DRYER  
Contents  
GB  
Installation, 2-3-4-5  
Unpacking and levelling  
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Connecting the electricity and water supplies  
The first wash cycle  
Technical data  
English, 1  
Description of the Washer-dryer and  
starting a wash cycle, 6-7  
Control panel  
Indicator lights  
Starting a wash cycle  
Wash cycles, 8  
Table of wash cycles  
Personalisation, 9  
Setting the temperature  
Setting the drying cycle  
Functions  
WDL 540 P/G/A/K  
Detergents and laundry, 10  
Detergent dispenser drawer  
Preparing the laundry  
Garments requiring special care  
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 Washer-dryer  
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  
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Connecting the drain hose  
Connect the drain  
the supply voltage is included within the values  
indicated on the Technical details table  
(see page 5);  
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hose, without bending  
it, to a draining duct or  
a wall drain situated  
between 65 and 100 cm  
from the floor;  
the socket is compatible with the washing  
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace  
the socket or the plug.  
65 - 100 cm  
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.  
The drain hose may be  
connected to an under-  
sink trap. Before  
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED  
OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
connecting the drain  
hose from the machine  
ensure that any blanks  
or removable ends have  
been taken off the  
spigot.  
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  
lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement  
is obtained.  
Replacement fuse covers:  
If it is place over the  
edge of a basin or sink  
be sure the free end  
of the hose should not  
be underwater.  
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of  
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:  
! 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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Electric connection  
Before plugging the appliance into the mains  
socket, make sure that:  
Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative  
plug:  
the socket is earthed and in compliance with  
the applicable law;  
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured  
in accordance with the following code:  
Green & Yellow Earth  
the socket is able to sustain the appliance's  
maximum power load indicated in the Technical  
details table (see page 5);  
B l u e  
B r o w n  
Neutral  
L i v e  
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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 & Yellow wire to terminal marked E  
Warning! The company denies all liability if and  
when these norms are not respected.  
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The first wash cycle  
or  
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.  
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or  
coloured Red.  
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 1.  
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 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:  
B L U E  
B R O W N  
GREEN  
NEUTRAL (N)  
LIVE (L)  
EARTH (E)  
&
YELLOW  
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 &  
YELLOW  
13 ampere fuse  
BROWN  
CROSS-BAR  
CORD GRIP  
BLUE  
! The Washer-dryer 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 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 replaced by  
an authorised serviceman.  
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Technical data  
Model  
WDL 540 P/G/A/K  
width 59.5 cm  
height 85 cm  
depth 60 cm  
Dimensions  
Capacity  
from 1 to 7 kg for the wash programme  
from 1 to 5 kg for the drying programme  
Electrical  
please refer to the technical data  
plate fixed to the machine  
connections  
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)  
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)  
drum capacity 54 litres  
Water  
connections  
Spin speed  
up to 1400 rotations per minute  
Wash: programme 1; temperature  
60°C; using a load of 7 kg;  
Energy rated  
programmes  
according to  
regulation  
Drying: first drying cycle performed with  
a 2 kg load, by selecting the  
dryness  
level;  
the second drying cycle is performed  
with a 5 kg load, by selecting the  
dryness level.  
EN 50229  
This appliance conforms to the  
following EC Directives:  
- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89  
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and  
subsequent modifications  
- 2002/96/EC  
- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)  
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Description of the Washer-dryer and  
starting a wash cycle  
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS  
indicator lights  
Control panel  
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D R Y I N G  
knob  
D O O R  
LOCKED  
indicator light  
ON/OFF button  
TEMPERATURE  
knob  
START/PAUSE  
button with  
indicator light  
Detergent dispenser drawer  
F U N C T I O N  
buttons with  
indicator lights  
WASH CYCLE  
knob  
Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense  
detergents and washing additives (see “Detergents  
and laundry”).  
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS indicator lights: used  
to monitor the progress of the wash cycle.  
The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is  
in progress.  
ON/OFF button: switches the Washer-dryer on  
and off.  
DOOR LOCKED indicator light: indicates whether  
the door may be opened or not (see next page).  
WASH CYCLE knob: programmes the wash cycles.  
During the wash cycle, the knob does not move.  
START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts  
or temporarily interrupts the wash cycles.  
FUNCTION buttons with indicator light: used to  
select the available functions. The indicator light  
corresponding to the selected function will remain lit.  
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  
TEMPERATURE knob: sets the temperature or the  
cold wash cycle (see “Personalisation”).  
the DOOR LOCKED 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.  
DRYING knob: used to set the desired drying  
programme (see “Personalisation”).  
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Indicator lights  
Door locked indicator light  
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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.  
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, the indicator lights switch on one by one to  
indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in progress.  
! 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”).  
Wash  
Rinse  
Note: as soon as a drying  
level or time period has  
been set, this indicator  
light illuminates to indicate  
that the selected wash  
cycle will be followed by a  
drying phase.  
Spin  
Dry  
End of wash cycle  
Note: during the "Drain" phase, the indicator light  
corresponding 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  
programmed wash cycle, the corresponding indicator  
light will flash and 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  
1. Switch the Washer-dryer on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All indicator lights will switch on for a few  
seconds, then they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse.  
2. Load the laundry and close the door.  
3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme.  
4. Set the washing temperature (see “Personalisation”).  
5. Set the drying cycle if necessary (see “Personalisation”).  
6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”).  
7. Select the desired functions.  
8. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain  
lit in a fixed manner, in green.  
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  
indicator light will switch on. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will  
switch off, indicating 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.  
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Wash cycles  
Table of wash cycles  
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Max. Max.  
load load  
(kg) (kg)  
Cycle  
duration  
Detergents  
Fabric  
Max  
Max.  
.
Description of the wash cycle  
temp. speed Drying  
(°C) (rpm)  
Mini  
Normal  
Mini  
load  
Wa sh  
Normal  
load  
softener  
Special cycles  
Baby cycle: heavily soiled delicate colours.  
Shirts  
6
7
40° 800  
2
2
1
1
-
118 97  
69 65  
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
40° 600  
l
Ready to wear (*)  
8
30° 800  
1
60  
-
l
Wool : for wool, cashmere, etc.  
9
40° 800  
1,5  
2
1
1
55 51  
55 51  
l
Silk/Curtains: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie.  
Essentials cycles  
10  
30°  
0
-
Cotton: extremely soiled whites.  
1
1
90° 1400  
60° 1400  
60° 1400  
40° 1400  
40° 1400  
50° 800  
7
7
7
7
7
3
3
3
3
3
3
155 111  
144 98  
122 98  
115 91  
85 71  
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
l
Cotton (1): extremely soiled whites.  
Cotton: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.  
Cotton (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours.  
Coloured Cottons (3): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours.  
Synthetics: heavily soiled resistant colours.  
2
2
3
4
1,5 82 63  
Fastwash 60': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly  
(not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).  
Drying cycles  
5
60° 1400  
3
-
60  
-
l
l
l
Drying Cottons  
5
3
11  
12  
13  
l
l
l
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Drying Synthetics  
Drying Wool  
1,5  
Partials wash cycles  
A Rinse  
-
-
-
1400  
1400  
0
7
7
7
3
-
-
36 32  
l
l
-
l
-
-
-
-
B Spin  
16  
2
-
-
C Pump out  
-
The information contained in the table is intended as a guide only.  
For all Test Institutes:  
1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 50229: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 60°C.  
2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 2 with a temperature of 40°C.  
3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C.  
(*) Ready to Wear  
This cycle was designed to wash and dry lightly soiled small loads quickly. By selecting this cycle it is possible to  
wash and dry a maximum load of 1 kg in just 60 minutes.  
!
Please note, this is an automatically programmed wash and dry cycle, therefore it is not possible to manually  
set a drying time or drying level in conjunction with this cycle.  
!
Please note, the Drying indicator illuminates only during the drying phase of the cycle, not when the cycle is  
first selected.  
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Personalisation  
Setting the temperature  
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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 ( ).  
The Washer-dryer will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the  
maximum value set for each wash cycle.  
Table of Drying times (guideline values)  
Setting the drying cycle  
Turn the DRYING knob to set the desired drying type.  
Two options are available:  
Fabric  
type  
Load type  
Max. Cupboard Henger Iron  
load dry  
(kg)  
dry  
dry  
A - Based on time: from 40 to 180 minutes.  
B - Based on the how damp the clothes are once they have  
been dried:  
Cotton Clothing of different  
sizes, Terry towels  
5
180  
170  
160  
160  
Synthe- Sheets, Shirts, Pyjamas,  
3
180  
150  
170  
Iron : slightly damp clothes, easy to iron.  
tics  
socks, etc.  
Hanger  
: dry clothes to put away.  
Wool  
Knitwear, Pullovers, etc.  
1,5  
140 130  
Cupboard : very dry clothes, recommended for towelling  
and bathrobes.  
If your laundry load to be washed and dried is much greater than the maximum stated load (see adjacent  
table), 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  
position.  
Drying only  
Turn the WASH CYCLE knob to one of the drying settings (11-12-13) according to the type of fabric, then  
select the desired drying duration using the DRYING knob.  
Functions  
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.  
1400-600  
By selecting this function, reduces the spin speed.  
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, C.  
Mini load  
This function is recommended for when the load of laundry is equal to half, or less than half, of the maximum  
recommended load (see Table of wash cycles).  
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 5, 8, 11, 12, 13, B, C.  
Extra rinse  
By selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is  
guaranteed. It is particularly useful for sensitive skin.  
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 8, 11, 12, 13, B, C.  
Super Wash  
Because a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and because of the increased  
cycle duration, this function offers a high-performance wash.  
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, A, B, C.  
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Detergents and laundry  
Detergent dispenser drawer  
Garments requiring special care  
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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.  
Baby cycle: this wash cycle 6 can be used to  
remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while  
ensuring that all detergent is removed from  
nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of  
babies from suffering allergies. The cycle has been  
designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using  
a greater quantity of water and optimising the  
effect of special disinfecting additives added to the  
detergent.  
! Do not use hand washing detergents because  
these create too much foam.  
Open the detergent  
dispenser drawer and  
At the end of the wash cycle, the machine will slowly  
rotate the drum to prevent the formation of  
creases; to end the cycle press the START/PAUSE  
button.  
pour in the detergent or  
washing additive, as  
follows.  
*
1
2
Shirts: use special wash cycle 7 to wash shirts in  
various fabrics and colours.  
It guarantees maximum care is taken of the  
garments and minimises the formation of creases.  
Wool: Hotpoint is the only Washer-dryer  
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  
Washer-dryer, even those which state “hand wash  
! 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)  
only”  
on the label. Wash cycle 9 therefore offers  
For best results liquid detergent should be poured  
in the dispenser immediately before the start of  
the programme.  
complete peace of mind when washing woollen  
garments in the Washer-dryer (max. load 1,5 kg) and  
guarantees optimal performance.  
compartment 2: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)  
The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.  
Silk: use special wash cycle 10 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 10.  
Preparing the laundry  
Divide the laundry according to:  
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label  
- the colours: separate coloured garments from  
whites.  
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 per-  
forms the distribution process instead of spinning.  
To encourage improved load distribution and balance,  
we recommend small and large garments are mixed  
in the load.  
Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.  
Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to  
the weight of the laundry when dry:  
Durable fabrics: max. 7 kg  
Synthetic fabrics: max. 3 kg  
Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg  
Wool: max. 1,5 kg  
How much does your laundry weigh?  
1 sheet 400-500 g  
1 pillow case 150-200 g  
1 tablecloth 400-500 g  
1 bathrobe 900-1200 g  
1 towel 150-250 g  
Anti-crease  
This function interrupts the wash programme, and  
the washing is left to soak in water before the  
appliance is drained. It can only be used with  
programme 10 (Silk/Curtains) and helps to prevent  
the formation of creases.  
To complete the cycle press the START/PAUSE  
button.  
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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.  
separately in order to optimise the recovery and  
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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.  
General safety  
This appliance was designed for domestic use only.  
Consumers should contact their local authority or  
retailer for information concerning the correct  
disposal of their old appliance.  
The Washer-dryer must only be used by adults, in  
accordance with the instructions provided in this manual.  
Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with  
wet or damp hands or feet.  
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:  
Do not pull on the power supply cable when  
unplugging the appliance from the electricity  
socket. Hold the plug and pull.  
Do not open the detergent dispenser drawer  
while the machine is in operation.  
1. remove the plug from  
the electrical socket.  
2. make sure the water  
level inside the machine is  
Do not touch the drained water as it may reach  
extremely high temperatures.  
Never force the porthole door. This could damage  
the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent  
accidental opening.  
lower than the door  
opening; if it is not,  
remove excess water  
using the drain hose,  
collecting it in a bucket as  
indicated in the figure.  
If the appliance breaks down, do not under any  
circumstances access the internal mechanisms  
in an attempt to repair it yourself.  
Always keep children well away from the appliance  
while it is operating.  
3. using a screwdriver,  
remove the cover panel on  
the lower front part of  
the washing machine (see  
figure).  
The door can become quite hot during the wash cycle.  
If the appliance has to be moved, work in a group  
of two or three 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  
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.  
Disposing of the packaging materials: observe local  
regulations so that the packaging may be re-used.  
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  
5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are  
securely in place before you push it onto the  
appliance.  
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Care and maintenance  
Cutting off the water and  
electricity supplies  
GB  
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.  
Unplug the Washer-dryer when cleaning it and  
during all maintenance work.  
Cleaning the Washer-dryer  
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  
1
by raising it and pulling  
it out (see figure).  
Wash it under running  
water; this operation  
should be repeated  
frequently.  
2
Caring for the door and drum of  
your appliance  
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 maintenance.  
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.  
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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.  
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Problem:  
Possible causes / Solutions:  
The Washer-dryer does not  
switch on.  
The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or is not making contact.  
There is no power in the house.  
The wash cycle does not start.  
The Washer-dryer door is not closed properly.  
The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.  
The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.  
The water tap has not been opened.  
The Washer-dryer does not  
take in water (the indicator  
light for the first wash cycle  
stage flashes rapidly).  
The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap.  
The hose is bent.  
The water tap has not been opened.  
There is no water supply in the house.  
The pressure is too low.  
The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.  
The Washer-dryer continuously The drain hose is not fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the  
takes in and drains water.  
floor (see “Installation”).  
The free end of the hose is under water (see “Installation”).  
The wall drainage system is not fitted 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 Washer-dryer to fill with water  
and drain continuously. Special anti-draining valves are available in shops  
and help to avoid this inconvenience.  
The Washer-dryer does not  
drain or spin.  
The wash cycle does not include draining: some wash cycles require the  
drain phase to be started manually.  
The ANTI CREASE function has been activated: To complete the wash  
cycle, press the START/PAUSE button (“Personalisation”).  
The drain hose is bent (see “Installation”).  
The drainage duct is clogged.  
The Washer-dryer vibrates a  
lot during the spin cycle.  
The drum was not unlocked correctly during installation (see “Installation”).  
The Washer-dryer is not level (see “Installation”).  
The Washer-dryer is trapped between cabinets and walls (see “Installation”).  
The Washer-dryer leaks.  
The water inlet hose is not screwed on properly (see “Installation”).  
The detergent dispenser drawer is blocked (for cleaning instructions, see  
“Care and maintenance”).  
The drain hose is not fixed properly (see “Installation”).  
The START/PAUSE indicator light Switch off the machine and unplug it, wait for approximately 1 minute  
(orange) and the function  
indicator lights flash rapidly.  
and then switch it back on again.  
If the problem persists, contact the Technical Assistance Service.  
There is too much foam.  
The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should display the  
text “for Washer” or “hand and machine wash”, or the like).  
Too much detergent was used.  
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.  
The DRYING knob is on the  
setting.  
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Assistance  
Guarantee  
12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee  
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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:  
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The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our  
operating and maintenance instructions.  
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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.  
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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:  
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Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result  
of improper installation.  
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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  
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 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.  
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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.  
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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  
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  
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  
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.  
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