Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB Installation, 2-3-4-5 GB English,1 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data Description of the washing machine, 6-7 Control panel Display Running a wash cycle, 8 Wash cycles and options, 9 Table of programmes and wash cycles Wash options WMFG 651 Detergents and laundry, 10 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Precautions and advice, 11 General safety Dispo
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.
Connecting the drain hose Connect the drain hose, without bending it, to a draining duct or a wall drain situated between 65 and 100 cm from the floor; 65 - 100 cm Where it connects to the waste water pipe cut end off spigot or remove the blanking cap • the supply voltage is included within the values indicated on the Technical Data Plate fixed on the machine. GB • the socket is compatible with the washing machine’s plug. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug.
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 WMFG 651 Dimensions width 59.5 cm height 85 cm depth 54 cm Capacity from 1 to 6 kg Electrical please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine connections Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar) minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) drum capacity 52 litres Spin speed up to 1500 rotations per minute Test wash cycles in accordance with directives 1061/2010 and Programme Programme ; Cotton Standard 60°. ; Cotton Standard 40°.
Description of the washing machine GB Control panel TEMPERATURE OPTION button buttons and indicator lights ON/OFF CLEANING ACTION button button DISPLAY Detergent dispenser drawer WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB SPIN button CHILD LOCK button START/PAUSE button and indicator light DELAY TIMER button Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense detergents and washing additives ( see “Detergents and laundry”).
Display GB B A C The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information. The duration of the available wash cycles and the remaining time of a running cycle appear in section A; if the DELAY TIMER option has been set, the countdown to the start of the selected wash cycle will appear.
Running a wash cycle GB 1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the button; the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in a green colour. 2. 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 and wash cycles on the following page. 3. MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT. Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant compartments as described in “Detergents and laundry”. 4.
Wash cycles and options Table of programmes and wash cycles Max. speed (rpm) Fabric softener Max. load (kg) Residual dampness % Energy consumption kWh Total water lt Cycle duration 40° 1500 60° 1500 4 4 - - - 180’ 180’ Cotton Standard 60° (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60° (Max. 90°) 1500 6 44 1.03 49 190’ Cotton Standard 40° (2): lightly soiled resistant and delicate colours. 40° 1500 6 44 0.
Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Successful 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 build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution. ! Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for prewashing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C. ! Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging.
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. Opening the porthole door manually General safety • This appliance was designed for domestic use only.
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. 2. unscrew the lid by rotating it anti-clockwise (see figure): a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal; • Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work.
Troubleshooting Your washing machine could occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Service (see “ Service”), make sure that the problem cannot be 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.
195099806.01 02/2011 - 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.