Hotpoint Aquarius WF215 Instructions For Installation And Use

Getting to Know your Appliance
Model shows the maximum features available on an Aquarius
Unplug your appliance when cleaning it or carrying out maintenance.
washing machine.
Dispenser Drawer Control Panel
Cleaning the Exterior:
Use a damp cloth or silicon polish to clean the exterior surfaces of the
appliance.

Cleaning the Door Bowl:

Clean the internal surface of the door bowl regularly with a soft cloth.
A build up of soap powder and water hardness residue may result in
Interlocking door
water leaking from the door.
and release lever
Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer & Compartments:
Hooked End Support It is advisable to clean the dispenser drawer regularly:
Mains Cable
Pull the drawer out until it reaches its stop.
1
Rating Plate
Press the drawer release latch
2
down to remove the dispenser
drawer.
Front Adjustable Feet
Hot Water inlet point and
supplied Hose (Red or Grey end)
Clean and dry the
3
dispenser drawer,
Cold Water inlet point and
syphons, grate and
supplied Hose (Blue end)
fabric conditioner exit
Transit Bolts (both MUST be removed channel (A).
before using your machine). Also, regularly clean the
outlet pipe area (B).
Drainage Hose
Relocate the dispenser drawer and push it
4
Plumbing Indicator Line label
firmly back into place.
WARNINGS:
Rear Feet
Do not clean any part of the

Maintenance Wash:

machine with abrasive cleaners,
We recommend a maintenance wash 2 or 3 times a year, to avoid a build scouring agents, acids, any
up of greasy deposits and water hardness residue. bleaches or metal polish, as
Run Programme B without laundry and without detergent. they may cause damage.
Key Contacts
After Sales Service
Over 1100 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and
services we offer.
Repair Service and Information Desk
UK: 08709 066 066
Monday to Friday, 8am to 7.30pm
Saturday, 8.30am to 5.30pm
Sunday, 9.30am to 3.30pm
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
Note: Our operators will require the following information:
The Model number (which can be found on
the control panel)
The Serial number (which can be found on the
inner door trim)
A. programme Pre-wash with devices dosing drum in use NOT DO
symbol). (II compartment wash main the and symbol) (I
compartment pre-wash the both to detergent add A programme selecting When
A Programme Pre-wash
line. fill maximum the exceed not Do
symbol). (flower compartment
the into conditioner fabric of amount recommended the Pour
Conditioner Fabric Adding
manufacturer.
detergent your by provided as ball, dosing detergent a of use the recommend We
Detergent Liquid Dispensing
400ml). (max.
symbol) (II compartment detergent main the to added and
measured be should detergent of amount recommended
manufacturer's the results wash best the achieve To
Detergent Powder Dispensing
maximum 120ml
compartment conditioner Fabric 5.
Grate 4.
liquid 200ml
or powder 400ml Maximum
compartment detergent Main 3.
liquid 100ml
or powder 200ml Maximum
compartment detergent Pre-wash 2.
latch release Drawer 1.
Index:
5
4
blockage.
or damage cause may they
3
as drawer, the from released
be to designed detergents
than other drawer, the
2
into items any put not Do
WARNING:
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3 STEP
Drawer Dispenser The
Hotpoint guarantee
"Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back"
We give you a unique 'satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid
for 90 days - after you have purchased your Hotpoint
appliance. If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint
Repair service or visit our web-site at
www.hotpointservice.co.uk and where necessary, we will
arrange for an engineer to call. If the technical problem is not
resolved under this guarantee, we will replace your machine
or, if you prefer, give you your money back.
All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts
and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the
first 5 years (except microwaves, selected integrated
appliances and cooker hoods, which have a one year
guarantee) provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint
engineer.
Guarantee terms and conditions
Your guarantee is only applicable in the United
Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the
following provisions that your appliance:
Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with
this instruction booklet.
Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located
B
A
on domestic premises (ie. not for commercial or trade
use).
Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical
supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate.
Has not been subject to misuse, accident, modified or
repaired by anyone other than one of our own service
Do not try to clean any
engineers.
part of the dispenser
drawer while the machine
For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint
is working.
product,
call: 08701 50 60 70 or visit: www.hotpoint.co.uk
Recycling & Disposal Information
Extended Warranties As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment,
UK: 08709 088 088
Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down
Monday to Sunday, 8am to 8pm customer costs and minimise material wastage.
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut 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
Genuine Parts and Accessories
locked shut.
UK: 08709 077 077
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm
Saturday, 8.30am to 12 noon
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
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After Sales Service
"No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on
a Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer" .
As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the
added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first
12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free
replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint
engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we
offer the following after sales service options:
Repair Service and Information Help Desk
UK: 08709 066066
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
Note: Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number
of your appliance.
Available 364 days a year with a fast, effective and value for money
service. We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over
1100 of our own fully trained engineers. All repairs include a parts and
labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair.
If you require any information or have any questions about your
appliance, our operators are on hand with help and advice.
All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service
possible.
Extended Warranties
UK: 08709 088 088
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200
Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your
kitchen, we offer two service cover plans to give you total peace of mind.
Repair Protection Plan - FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint
appliance during the period of cover.
Kitchen Cover - FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint
appliances less than 8 years old.
Genuine Parts and Accessories
UK: 08709 077 077
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836
A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our
hotline or through our web site.
Genuine parts and accessories, extended warranties and service
repairs are all available on our web-site at:
www.hotpointservice.co.uk
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Installation
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE for the AQUARIUS RANGE
WF445,WF440,WF430,WF250,WF240,WF225,WF220,WF215,WF210 and WF000
Hotpoint recommends, for your own safety and to ensure you get the best possible results from your
Washing Machine, you read through this booklet and follow these steps thoroughly.
STEP 1 Electrical Guide
Choose a location for your washing
machine, where possible on a solid
floor, with the electrical sockets and
water supply taps easily accessible.
Allow sufficient space: 600mm width,
600m depth and 900mm height.
DO NOT install in a bath or shower
room.
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
STEP 3
Dispenser Drawer
Read through this section to familiarise
yourself with the different
compartments within the dispenser
drawer.
NOTE: Always follow manufacturer's dosage
recommendations.
STEP 5

Using your Machine

How to start your selected programme
and how to stop or change the
programme if so required.
NOTE: Progress indicator lights show what stage in
the programme cycle has been reached.
STEP 7
A Typical Wash Programme
A picture guide provides a clear
explanation how to set a wash
programme.
DO NOT overload the washing machine.
NOTE: Hotpoint recommend, on completion of
your programme, that you switch off both the
electricity and water supply to the appliance.
Read the rest of these instructions to get the best from your appliance, remember to fill in your guarantee registration.
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WF000 - 1000rpm to up
METHOD DRAINAGE WHICHEVER
WF210 & WF215 - 1100rpm to up
WF220 & WF225 - 1200rpm to up
IT. REMOVE NOT DO
WF430 - 1300rpm to up
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WF445,WF440 - 1400rpm to up
TO NEED MAY YOU ALTHOUGH NOTE:
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WF250 - 1500rpm to up
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IMPORTANT:
DETAILS TECHNICAL
1
2 STEP
STEP 2 Installation Guide
Dispose of packaging material in a safe
place and remove any labels.
Please read instructions thoroughly to
ensure you understand each stage
before you begin.
Remember you may be charged for a service call if a
problem with your washing machine is caused by
incorrect installation or misuse.
STEP 4
Programme Selection
A wash chart is provided to help you to
select your required programme.
Examples are given for the maximum
washing load weights for different fabric
types.
STEP 6 Options Guide
All available optional wash features are
explained within this section - These
allow you to adjust your selected wash
programme to suit your needs.
NOTE: In addition to the temperature of the
incoming water, the selection of optional wash
features will affect the programme times.
STEP 8

Troubleshooting

Please refer to the Troubleshooting
section if you have any problems when
using your washing machine.
READ BEFORE
There may be nothing wrong!
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