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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual For Models WM51/WM52/WM53 WM54/WM55/WM56 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. -
Page 2: Electricity Supply
(Fig 1). Changing the Mains Lead A special lead can be ordered form Hotpoint Service UK: 08709 066 066 or Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200 If you have damaged the existing lead or require a longer one a charge will be made. It is strongly advised that this work is carried out by a qualified electrician. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Automatic Features ... 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 risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance. -
Page 4: Installation Instructions
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. - Page 5 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. Fig 1 Remove 3 screws from back of work top lid, retain.
- Page 6 Refit connector and tighten. Turn on water supply taps. If you have no hot water supply... A Cold Fill Adaptor (Fig 3) is available from your local Hotpoint authorised Service Centre or by calling the Genuine Parts & Accessories Mail Order Hotline UK: 08709 077 077 or Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836.
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Page 7: When You Have Installed Your Appliance
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. -
Page 8: Index
Getting to Know Your Appliance Model WM53 shows the maximum features available . Model WM53 Red line indicates minimum height of drainage hose Index Front 1. Door Locked Indicator Mains On/Off Button Wash Dial 4. Optional Wash Feature Buttons Interlocking Door & Release Lever Detergent/Fabric Conditioner Drawer Adjustable Feet Back... - Page 9 Button Selection Fig 1 To select, press button and a colour band will become visible (Fig 1). Press again to cancel. Interlocking Door & Fig 2 Release Lever To Open... Grip the door release lever and pull open the door (Fig 2). To Close...
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Page 10: Programme
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 the wash. Do not attempt to open the door when the indicator light is on. -
Page 11: Choosing A Wash Programme
3kg to 5kg 15-25 400rpm 120-130 1200rpm 1100rpm 100-110 1200rpm 1100rpm 90-100 1200rpm 1100rpm 60-70 1200rpm 1100rpm 50-60 900rpm 45-50 900rpm Incoming Household 0.9kg 30-35 900rpm Supply 2.7kg 40-45 900rpm 1.4kg 40-45 900rpm Hotpoint recommend the Persil range of detergent Max. products... -
Page 12: Wash Features
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 Save money and time on lightly soiled loads. Lightly soiled clothes are washed at the temperature of the incoming household water supply. -
Page 13: Weight Of Wash Load
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. 4 Shirts Remove paper/tissues from pockets. -
Page 14: The Dispenser Drawer
You will need up to 50% more detergent in hard water than in soft water areas to obtain the same wash results. Note: Hotpoint recommend dispensing detergent from the drawer to achieve the best wash results. Index Drawer Latch. -
Page 15: Dispensing Powder Detergent
Dispensing Liquid Detergent Changing the Main Wash Indicator The Main Wash Indicator has been fitted, ready to dispense ‘Powder’ detergent only. 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 lines which represent the dosage of liquid to be used (Fig. -
Page 16: Cleaning
Cleaning WARNING Do not clean any part of your appliance with abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine based bleach or metal polish as they may cause damage. Removing & Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer & Compartments Note: It is advisable to clean the dispenser drawer regularly. Pull dispenser drawer Press button to release out until it reaches its... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting... My appliance will not start... Is the appliance plugged in and switched ‘ON’? Is the socket OK? Try another appliance in the socket. Is the fuse in the appliance plug OK? If not, replace it. See ‘Electrical Supply’ page 2. Did you check the water supply was flowing before connecting the hoses to appliance inlet valves. -
Page 18: Hotpoint After Sales Service
To join: UK 08709 088 088 or Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen, Hotpoint offer two Service Cover Plans to give you complete peace of mind. They enable you to extend your first 12 months labour guarantee by either 1 or 4 years, so that you can have FREE repairs during the membership period. -
Page 19: Hotpoint Guarantee
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 will be happy to deal with any problems which you may have. - Page 20 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 rights. General Domestic Appliances Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB. PRINTED BY: SIMLEX . FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON...