Running a wash cycle, 8 Wash cycles and functions, 9 Table of wash cycles Wash functions Detergents and laundry, 10 Detergent dispenser drawer WMUD 843 Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 11 General safety...
Installation 2. If the floor is not perfectly level, compensate for any Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future refe- unevenness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front rence. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, feet (see figure);...
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Connecting the drain hose • the supply voltage is included within the values indica- ted on the Technical Data Plate fixed on the machine. Connect the drain hose, without bending it, to a • the socket is compatible with the washing machine’s draining duct or a wall drain plug.
The first wash cycle 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: Once the appliance has been installed, and before you use Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or it for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no or coloured Green or Green &...
Technical data Model WMUD 843 width 59.5 cm Dimensions height 85 cm depth 60.5 cm Capacity from 1 to 8 kg Electrical please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar) Water connections minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
Description of the washing machine Control panel CLEANING SPIN SPEED ON/OFF ACTION button button button DISPLAY START/PAUSE button with WASH CYCLE indicator light FUNCTION CYCLE Detergent dispenser drawer button buttons SELECTOR buttons DELAY TEMPERATURE TIMER button ANTI button ALLERGY CHILD LOCK RINSE button button...
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Display The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information. The two upper strings A and B provide details of the wash cycle selected, the wash cycle phase in progress and all informa- tion relating to the progress status of the wash cycle. String C shows the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle in progress and, if a DELAYED START has been set, the time remaining until the start of the selected wash cycle.
Running a wash cycle 1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the On/Off Set the rinse type. Option “Anti Allergy Rinse” makes it possible to select button ; the text POWER ON will appear on the the desired rinse type for sensitive skin. Press the button display and the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash once for the “Extra Rinse”...
Detergents and laundry Detergent dispenser drawer Special wash cycles Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of Anti Stain : this programme is suitable to heavily-soiled detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily garments with resistant colours. It ensures a washing result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause a class that is higher than the standard class (A class).
Precautions and tips Opening the porthole door manually This washing machine was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations. The fol- In the event that it is not possible to open the porthole lowing information is provided for safety reasons and must door due to a powercut, and if you wish to remove the therefore be read carefully.
Care and maintenance Cutting off the water and electricity Caring for the door and drum of your supplies appliance • Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit • Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine unpleasant odours from forming.
Troubleshooting Your washing machine 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. Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The machine does not switch on. •...
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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.
Assistance Guarantee 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.
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UK: 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800 www.hotpointservice.co.uk 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.