Hotpoint Ultima WD71 Instruction Manual
Hotpoint Ultima WD71 Instruction Manual

Hotpoint Ultima WD71 Instruction Manual

Hotpoint washer dryer instruction manual wd71

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ULTIMA
Instruction Manual
For Model WD71
Congratulations on the purchase of
your new Ultima Washer Dryer.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read this instruction book
thoroughly before installing and using
your appliance for the first time.

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  • Page 1 ULTIMA Instruction Manual For Model WD71 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ultima Washer Dryer. 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 from 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

    Washcare tips...13 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: Remove Transit Brackets

    2. Remove Transit Brackets... Your appliance is fitted with internal transit brackets (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: Connect To The Water Supply

    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.
  • Page 7: Adjust The Feet

    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: Getting To Know Your Appliance

    Getting to Know Your Appliance Model WD71 Red line indicates minimum height of drainage hose Index Front 1. Mains On/Off Button 2. Infobubble™ Display 3. Start, Buzzer/Time Delay Button 4. Cancel Button 5. Optional Wash/Dry Feature Buttons 6. Wash Programme Buttons 7.
  • Page 9: Button Selection

    Button Selection To select, press button and a coloured band will become visible (Fig 1). Press again to cancel. Interlocking Door System To Open... Grip the door handle and press the button whilst pulling open the door (Fig 2). To Close... Apply pressure at the 2 o’clock position (Fig 3) until the door clicks.
  • Page 10: Wash & Auto Dry Programme

    Wash & Auto Dry 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 water is visible in the drum or if symbol is...
  • Page 11: Independent Dry Programme

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Before selecting an independent drying programme, ensure the mains button is in the ‘OFF’ position. Independent Dry Programme Remove wet laundry and dosing ball (if used) until the correct ‘Drying Weight Load’ (page 14) is left in the drum. Select optional wash &...
  • Page 12: Choosing A Wash Programme

    Choosing a Wash Programme Hotpoint recommend the Persil range of detergent products WASHING WEIGHT LOADS Two examples of typical loads for washing different types of fabric COTTON 2 Bath Towels 5 Shirts 6 Blouses 1 Set of Pyjamas 4 Sets of Underwear = 4.5kg...
  • Page 13: Gentle Wash, Rinse & Spin Options For Programme 'G

    Gentle Wash, Rinse & Spin Options for Programme ‘G’ Press Infobubble™ Description Button Display Once Silk 30˚C Gentle wash for silks Refresh 40˚C A very quick light wash for freshening up Rinses & Super Rinse for hand washed Spin 1200 cottons or as an extra rinse for programme ‘F’...
  • Page 14: Choosing A Dry Programme

    Choosing a Dry Programme WARNINGS Do not tumble dry woollens. If using a dosing ball for wash programme, remove before using a dry programme. Do not remove laundry from the appliance before the ‘Cool Tumble’ phase, as the clothes, drum and door bowl will be very hot.
  • Page 15: Optional Wash/Dry Features

    Optional Wash Features Selection Press required optional wash feature button, a beep will be heard. After a few seconds the option name ie. ‘Rinse Hold’ will appear in the Infobubble™ display. Rinse Hold/Fabric Care Not available with programme ‘F’. Press Button Action Rinse Hold - Minimises creasing of synthetics &...
  • Page 16: Variable Spin

    Cancel Button To start the selection again, press and hold the cancel button for a few seconds, all settings displayed will disappear and the Infobubble™ will display ‘Select Programme’. Note: If pressed when setting ‘Time Delay’ or when time delay is active, time delay is cancelled but the selected wash programme and optional wash features will remain, the Infobubble™...
  • Page 17: 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 1.
  • Page 18: Changing The Main Wash Indicator

    Changing the Main Wash Indicator The Main Wash Indicator has been fitted, ready to dispense ‘Powder’ detergent only. WARNING Do not dispense detergent tablets from the dispenser drawer. Refer to detergent manufacturer’s instructions. Do not use a dosing ball to dispense detergent when using a wash and auto dry programme.
  • Page 19: Cleaning

    Cleaning Removing and 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 drawer latch and remove stop. dispenser drawer. Clean and dry dispenser Re-locate dispenser drawer and internal fixed drawer and push firmly...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting... My appliance will not start... It will not pump out the water... It’s Leaking... If the appliance is still not working contact: Service The programme takes a long time... UK: 08709 066 066 Some programmes do take a long time. If using Republic of Ireland:1850 302 200 programme ‘B’...
  • Page 21: Error Messages

    Error Messages... If at anytime the following error messages are displayed in the Infobubble™ please follow our recommendations before calling a Service Engineer. Error Code Problem No hot/cold fill. A fault with the water heating has occurred. Water is not being pumped out and a flood condition could occur.
  • Page 22: Hotpoint After Sales Service

    Hotpoint After Sales Service Hotpoint appliances carry for the first 12 months a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee plus FREE replacement parts for the first 5 years provided that they are fitted by our own Service Engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer two...
  • Page 23: 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 24: Key Contacts

    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. Part No. 016437770-02...

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