HOTPOINT WMTF 722 H UK User Manual

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Washing Machine

WMTF722HUK

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INTENDED USE

This washing machine is exclusively destined to wash and spin machine washable laundry in quantities which are usual for private households.

•Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart when using the washing machine

•Keep these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing machine to another person, also give him/her Instructions for Use and Programme Chart.

SAFETY AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Safety instructions

•The washing machine is appropriate for indoor use only.

•Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.

•Do not place electrical appliances on the lid of your washing machine.

•Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

•The washing machine can be operated by children from the age of 8 years up, as well as by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, provided they are supervised or instructed regarding the safe use of the washing machine and they understand the dangers resulting from the use. Children must not play with the washing machine. Care and maintenance works on the washing machine must not be carried out by children without being supervised.

•Do not attempt to force the lid open.

•If necessary, the power cable may be replaced with an identical one obtained from our After-Sales Service. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician.

•Before any cleaning or carrying out maintenance switch off the

washing machine and disconnect it from the mains supply.

2. Packing

•The packaging materials are 100% recyclable

and bear the recycling symbol . Adhere to local regulations when disposing of packaging material

3.Disposing of packaging and old washing machines

•This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consquences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

• The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please

contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

•The washing machine is built from reusable materials. It must be disposed of in compliance with current local waste disposal regulations.

•Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues and cut off the power cable so that the washing machine is made unusable.

4. General recommendations

•Do not leave the washing machine connected when not in use. Turn off the tap.

5. EC Declaration of Conformity

•This washing machine has been designed, constructed and distributed in compliance with the safety requirements of EC Directives:

2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

The Manufacturer is not liable for any damage to laundry resulting from inadequate or incorrect fabric care instructions which have been provided with the garment or article

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BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE

1. Remove the packaging and check

a.Cut and remove the shrink-wrap.

b.Remove the top protection and the protective corners.

c.Remove the bottom protection by tilting and turning the washing machine on one rear bottom corner. Make sure that the plastic part of the bottom protection (if available on the model) remains in the packing and not in the machine bottom.

This is important, as otherwise the plastic part could damage the washing machine during operation.

d.Open the lid by pressing it slightly down while raising the handle. Remove the polystyrene cushion (depending on model).

e.Remove the blue protective film from the panel (depending on model).

•After unpacking, make sure that the washing machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or your local retailer.

•Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children; they are potentially dangerous.

•If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few hours before operating.

2. Remove the transport bracket

•The washing machine is fitted with transport screws and a transport bracket to prevent damage during transport. Before using the washing machine you must remove the transport bracket (see “Installation”/“Removal of transport bracket”).

3. Install the washing machine

•Place the washing machine on a flat and stable floor surface.

•Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is stable and level (see “Installation”/“Adjust the feet”).

•In case of wooden or so-called “floating floors” (for instance certain parquet or laminate floors), place the appliance on a sheet of plywood with a size of at least 40 x 60 cm and thickness of at least 3 cm, which is screwed to the floor.

•Make sure that the ventilation openings in the base of your washing machine (if available on your model) are not obstructed by a carpet or other material.

•Only use new hoses for connecting the washing machine to the water supply. Used hoses must not be used anymore and should be discarded.

5. Drain hose

•Firmly connect the drain hose to the siphon or another outlet for drain water. (see “Installation”/ Connect the water drain hose”).

•If the washing machine is connected to a built-in drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped with a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and draining of water (siphoning effect).

6. Electrical connection

•Electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the current standard safety regulations.

•The technical data (voltage, power and fuses) are given on the rating plate on the rear of the washing machine.

•Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.

•Access to the mains plug or disconnection from the mains supply via a double-pole switch must be ensured at all times after the installation.

•Do not operate the washing machine if it has been damaged during transport. Inform the After-Sales Service.

•Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out by After-Sales Service.

•The washing machine must be connected exclusively by means of a socket with an earth connection, in compliance with the regulations in force. In particular, washing machines installed in premises containing a shower or a bath must be protected by a differential residual current device of at least 30 mA. Earthing the washing machine is obligatory under the law. The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or animals or damage to property deriving either directly or indirectly from failure to observe the directions in these Instructions for Use.

•When using a residual current circuit breaker (RCCB), only use a model marked with .

Approximate dimensions:

Width:	400 mm
Height:	900 mm
Depth:	600 mm

4. Water supply

•Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance with the regulations of your local water company (see “Installation”/“Connect the water inlet hose”).

•Water supply: Cold water only

•Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection

•Pressure: 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).

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