Hotpoint Ultima WMA74 Installation And User Instructions Manual

Hotpoint Ultima WMA74 Installation And User Instructions Manual

Ultima series

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Installation and User Instructions
for the Ultima Range
For everyone you'll ever be
WMA76
WMM75
WMA74

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  • Page 1 Installation and User Instructions for the Ultima Range For everyone you’ll ever be WMA76 WMM75 WMA74...
  • Page 2: Product View

    Congratulations on choosing Dispenser drawer Control panel Adjustable feet Ultima!! Please record the Model number and the Serial number of your machine on the Back Cover of the book for future reference. The Model number can be found on the control panel. The Serial number can be found on the inner door trim.
  • Page 3: Troubleshooting

    The following instructions and information will help you to get the most out of your new machine... Safety first! This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. If you pass the machine onto someone else, make sure that you give them this manual.
  • Page 4: Safety First

    This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. Please keep it safe for your future reference. If you pass the machine onto someone else, please make sure that you give them this manual so that the new owner can read these safety warnings. Dispose of packaging materials carefully and keep them well away...
  • Page 5: Installing

    Remove the polystyrene block... After removing the packaging from the machine, make sure that the polystyrene block (figure 1) has come away from the underside of the machine, with the polystyrene base. If it has not come away, carefully lay the machine on its side onto the polystyrene top cap and then remove the polystyrene block (see figure 2).
  • Page 6 2. Remove the transit fixings... There are two transit bolts fitted under plastic covers, one at either side of the rear of your machine. These bolts prevent damage to the machine while it is being transported. Remove both transit bolts complete with spacers, by following the instructions below.
  • Page 7 Changing the mains lead If you have damaged the existing lead and need a new one, contact Hotpoint Service UK on 08709 066066 or www.theservicecentre.co.uk (or in the Republic of Ireland on 1850 302 200). A charge will be made. We strongly advise that fitting the new lead is carried out by a qualified electrician.
  • Page 8: Connect Machine To Water Supply

    (see figure 2). A cold fill adaptor (figure 3) and fitting instructions are available from your local Hotpoint authorised Service Centre or by calling the Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline UK on 08709 077 077 or www.theservicecentre.co.uk...
  • Page 9 5.Connect the machine to a drainage system... Take care when you remove the drain hose from the clips on the back of the machine. All machines are tested with water before they leave the factory so a small amount of water may still be in the hose.
  • Page 10: Move The Machine Into Position

    6. Move the machine into position... Your machine is heavy so care must be taken when moving it. To help you we have fitted wheels to the bottom rear of WARNING: the machine. Do not drag or lift the machine by it’s door.
  • Page 11: Using Your Machine

    Using your machine The rest of this instruction book will help you to make the most of your new washing machine. We have created the machine for the way you live, by listening to people just like you who use our products. You will find that your new machine has many useful features and is easy to use.
  • Page 12: A Typical Wash Programme

    A typical wash programme WARNINGS: Do not allow children to play with the machine or tamper with the controls. This machine has a Child Lock feature, which when activated disables all controls (see ‘Options’). Do not overload the machine! It may damage laundry and reduce the...
  • Page 13: Choose A Suitable Detergent

    The dispenser If you wish to use liquid detergent: We recommend the use of a detergent ball as provided by your detergent manufacturer. Alternatively you can obtain a liquid detergent flap for the dispenser drawer - contact Genuine Parts and Accessories (see Key Contacts, back page). Drawer release latch Prewash detergent compartment.
  • Page 14 Dispensing powder detergent To achieve the best wash results the WARNING: manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent should be measured and Do not put any added to the main detergent compart- item(s) into ment (II symbol) (max. 400ml). the drawer other than detergents that are designed to be...
  • Page 15: Wash Programmes

    Wash programmes Programme selection buttons On-Off / Selecting a wash programme Switch the machine ‘On’ by pressing the ‘Start’ button or by pressing the button of the wash programme you require. To begin the selected programme press ‘Start’ . In order to switch the machine off at the end of the wash programme press the ‘Cancel/Stop’...
  • Page 16: Wash Programmes

    White cotton and linen without special finishes Maximum Spin speed dry weight ˚C (rpm) load WMA76 - 1600 WMM75 - 1600 WMA74 - 1400 WMA76 - 1600 WMM75 - 1600 WMA74 - 1400 WMA76 - 1600 WMM75 - 1600 WMA74 - 1400...
  • Page 17 Wash programmes Fabric type - Acrylics and Synthetics Display Window Wash Press shows Label Button Acrylics Acrylics and tri-acetate blends Once of these fabrics with wool, polyester and wool blends Synthetics Coloured nylon, polyester, acrylic and cotton mixtures, Twice cotton or viscose with special finishes, coloured polyester and cotton mixtures.
  • Page 18 ˚C (rpm) Wash Maximum Spin Temp dry weight speed load ˚C (rpm) Maximum Spin dry weight speed load (rpm) WMA76 - 1600 WMM75 - 1600 WMA74 - 1400 WMA76 - 1600 WMM75 - 1600 WMA74 - 1400...
  • Page 19: Favorite Programme

    Choosing an option button The features listed below are all available with any wash programme selected. Favorite Programme This option allows you to store your favorite programme for when you next want to use it. Only one programme can be stored in this function.
  • Page 20 Any of the following optional wash features can be selected after the wash programme selection, with the exception of ‘Fast Forward’ , which can only be activated after the wash programme has started. To choose an optional wash feature, press the option button once or in some cases scroll through the options given in the display window.
  • Page 21: Automatic Features

    Rinse Hold This option holds clothes in the final rinse water, keeping them fresh until you are ready to complete the programme To use this option press the ‘Rinse Hold’ button once, display window above the ‘Rinse Hold’ option button. Complete the final spin by pressing the ‘Rinse Hold’...
  • Page 22: Options

    The following options can be selected to alter the nature of the chosen wash programme by changing the spin speed, number of rinses or the programme temperature. To choose a control option press the option button and scroll through the option menu’s, following the display window prompts.
  • Page 23: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and maintenance Removing and cleaning the dispenser drawer and WARNINGS: compartments ● Do not clean Note: You should clean the dispenser any part of drawer regularly. your machine Pull the dispenser drawer out until it with abrasive reaches its stop. cleaners, Press the drawer scouring...
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting... In the unlikely event that you have problems with your machine, the following guide may help you to get your machine working correctly straight away. .. The machine will not start... ● Close the door. Check that the machine has power.
  • Page 25 If the machine is still not working contact Hotpoint Service, see the back page.
  • Page 26: Hotpoint Guarantee

    For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call: 08701 50 60 70 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.
  • Page 27: 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.
  • Page 28: Key Contacts

    Over 1200 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 Help Desk (Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays) Note: Our operators will require the following information: Genuine Parts and Accessories (Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - Fri &...

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