Hotpoint WMTL80 User Manual

Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Top Loader Washing Machine.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please read this Instruction Manual
thoroughly before installing and using
your appliance for the first time.

Instruction Manual

For Model WMTL80

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.

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Dispose of packaging materials
carefully and keep them well
away from children.

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When disposing of your old
machine, to minimise risk of
injury to children, isolate from
the electrical supply,remove
the door,the plug and cut the
mains cable off flush with the
appliance. Dispose of them
separately to make sure that
the appliance can no longer be
plugged into a mains socket.

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This washing machine is
designed for domestic use
only.

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Before using your machine
remove the transit fixing bolts
complete with spacers,from
the back of the machine.
Keep the parts you remove for
future transportation.

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Any electrical work necessary
to install this machine should
be carried out by a qualified
electrician.

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Do not plug your machine into
a socket when your hands are
wet.

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Do not connect the washing
machine to a single outlet
instantaneous water heater.

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Do not try to modify this
machine in any way.

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Do not connect the washing
machine directly to an artificial
water softening unit. Use the
recommended amount of
detergent for the water
hardness in your area.

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Do not let children play with
the machine or its controls.

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Do not stand on the machine
or in the door opening.

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Do not lean on the door or use
the door to lift or move the
machine.

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Do not wash garments that
have previously been treated
with solvents.

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Contents

Safety First ...................................... 2

Recycling & Disposal Information .............. 3

Electricity Supply ...................................... 4

Installation Instructions

1. Choose a Location................................ 5

2. Remove Transit Bolts

3. Levelling

4. Moving the Appliance......................... 6

5. Connect to the Water Supply ................ 7

6. Connect to a Drainage System................... 8

When you have installed your appliance,ensure
it is ready to use by following the 10 Step Check
List on page 8

Getting to know your
Appliance

......................................... 9-11

Choosing a Wash
Programme

........................................ 12

Washcare Tips

...................................

Automatic Safety Features

The Dispenser .............

Cleaning

.......................................... 16

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Troubleshooting
General Maintenance

Hotpoint Guarantee

................... 17

..................... 18

Hotpoint After Sales Service

Key Contacts

................................. Back Page

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... 19

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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.Dispose of separately to
ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket.

Retention of this
Instruction Manual

Keep this instruction manual in a
handy place for reference.
It contains important details on
the safe and proper use of your
appliance. If you sell the
appliance, pass it on to someone
else, move house or leave it
behind, make sure that you
provide this manual so that the
new owner can become familiar
with the appliance and safety
warnings.

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WARNING

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This machine must be

earthed.

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Do not use the plug

unless the fuse cover is
fitted.

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To avoid a shock hazard,

when changing a plug,
always safely discard the
cut off plug. Do not
insert into any other
socket.

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Seek professional advice

if you need to use an
extension lead.

Electricity Supply

Make sure that the electrical socket is accessible. Take the mains lead from the back of
the machine and plug it into the socket. We do not
directly into the mains supply.

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 a new lead is carried out
by a qualified electrician.

Changing the Plug

If you need to change your plug if it does not fit your socket; isolate the machine from
the mains supply. Cut off the supplied plug and safely dispose of the discarded plug.

Note: If you change the plug, the colour of wires in the mains lead may not match the
colour of the markings which show different terminals in the plug. You must wire it as
shown below.

Green and Yellow (Earth)

Wire this to the terminal marked ‘E’,

symbol or coloured green and

yellow.

Blue (Neutral)

Wire this to the terminal marked ‘N’,
or coloured black.

Fuses

Your machine comes fitted with a plug and a 13amp (13A) fuse. If you need to replace
the fuse, use only those rated at 13amp (13A) and ASTA approved to BS1362. To change
the fuse, lift the holder to vertical position and lift the fuse out. To replace the fuse,insert
the fuse and push the fuse holder down into the locked position. Correct replacement is
identified by colour coding or the marking on the base of plug.

WARNING:Do not use plug unless the fuse holder is in the locked position and the top cover
firmly replaced.

recommend wiring your machine

13A ASTA

approved fuse to

BS1363/A.

Wire this to the terminal marked ‘L’,

or coloured red.

Brown (Live)

CE marking certifies that this appliance conforms to the following
EEC directives:-

Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC
Electromagnetic compatibility - 89/336/EEC amended by 93/68/EEC

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Installation Instructions

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

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Do not plug in and switch appliance on at the mains until installation is complete.

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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. Choose a Location...

2. Remove Transit Bolts...

3. Levelling...

4. Moving the Appliance...

5. Connect to the Water Supply...

6. Connect to a Drainage System...

1. Choose a Location...

The choice of location for your appliance will influence its performance.

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Position where possible on a solid floor.Vibration may occur with a wooden floor.

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Take care with vinyl floor coverings.The weight of the appliance may cause indentations in
some vinyl floor coverings.

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You should not install your appliance on a carpeted floor,but if this is unavoidable, ensure
that air can circulate around its base.

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If locating next to another appliance or an item of furniture, leave space between them to
allow air to circulate.

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For your safety and to comply with IEE regulations, you should not install your appliance in a
bath or shower room.Seek professional advice if you wish to do so.

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Ensure sufficient space is allowed for the appliance - minimum requirement for dimensions
(H) 850mm x (W) 400mm x (D) 600mm

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Ensure the electrical socket and water taps are easily accessible and that the water
supply can be isolated if necessary.

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Please retain all
packaging components
as they must be replaced
if the machine is to be
transported in the
future.

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Your machine was
inspected before
leaving the factory.
You may therefore find
traces of water in the
tub or in the detergent
compartment.

2. Remove Transit Bolts...

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE MACHINE,YOU MUST FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED BELOW.
These operations involve removing four transit fixing bolts that immobilise the tub of your machine
during transportation.
These “unpacking”operations are compulsory for safety reasons.

1

Remove ALL four transit fixing bolts
(A) using a 10mm spanner. Unscrew

1.

until three threads can be seen.

2

Example transit fixing bolt
complete with spacer.

Hold the end of the bolt and pull,
firmly but carefully.

2.

Ensure each transit fixing bolt is
removed complete with spacer.

When all four transit fixing bolts have
been removed,blank off the holes

3.

left using the plastic covers provided
(B).

3. Levelling...

To guarantee correct functioning the appliance must be standing firm and level.
The four feet can be turned to level the appliance. Ensuring your machine is
level will help prevent vibration and risk of damage to the appliance.

4. Moving the Appliance...using the wheels.

If your appliance is fitted with folding castor's, it is easy to
move. To extend the wheels, move the lever at the bottom
of the machine from left to right.
Do not forget to return the lever to its original position.
The machine should not be used while standing on its
two ‘front’ castor's.

Remember you may be
charged for a service
call if a problem with
your appliance is
caused by incorrect
installation or misuse.

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