Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please read this instruction book thoroughly before installing and using your appliance for the first time.
Instruction Manual
For Models WM80, WM79, WM77, WM69, WM68, WM67, WM66 and WM60
Electricity Supply
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
Fuses
Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used. To change fuse, lift holder to vertical position and lift the fuse out. To replace, insert fuse and push fuse holder down into locked position. Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug. [. . . ] Adjust the Feet. . . This must only be
done when the machine is upright.
q Release locking rings on the two front feet. q Tighten the locking rings on the front feet.
Note: Your appliance may become noisy or move about the floor if it has not been stabilised.
Your appliance is now ready to use, refer to `Getting to Know your Appliance' on page 8 to familiarise yourself with the appliance.
10 Step Check List
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1. q Do not attempt to open the door when the indicator light is on.
1
Sort laundry by label into groups with the same wash requirements and load appliance.
2
Close door by applying pressure at the 3 o'clock position.
3
Add detergent and or conditioner to the dispenser drawer, see pages 14-15. Refer to detergent manufacturer's dosage instructions.
4
Select required wash programme by turning the wash dial clockwise, you will hear a click as the pointer aligns at the start position.
5 Select optional wash features by pressing
button, it will come out. To cancel, press again and button will be flush to the console.
WM79 6 (Modelreducedonly) Select spin speed (if required) by turning the variable spin speed control dial.
Note: We recommend on completion of your wash programme that you switch off both the electricity and water supply to the appliance. 10
7
Switch on both the water & electricity supply at the mains.
8
Switch `ON', after a few seconds the Door Locked indicator light will illuminate and the door will lock. This light will remain lit throughout the wash programme.
9
1-2 minutes after completion of the wash programme the Door Locked indicator light will go out and the door can be opened. Switch `OFF' after use.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The temperature of the incoming water supply or selection of wash features: ie. Economy, Super Rinse etc, will affect programme times.
Choosing a Wash Programme
ITCL Prog. Wash Fabric Codes Temp °C Full Load Approximate Prog. Time (in minutes) based on hot and cold fill
15 - 25
Maximum Spin Speed depending on Model
Hotpoint recommend the Persil range of detergent products
A
Prewash
Heavily soiled loads. On completion, switch 3kg to 5. 5kg 40 `OFF' mains button before selecting wash programme. Non-colourfast cotton, linen and viscose Coloured nylon, polyester, acrylic/cotton mixtures, cotton or viscose with special finishes (eg. Acrylics, acetates and tri-acetate blends of these fabrics with wool, polyester/wool blends. Silk and printed acetate fabrics with colours not fast at 40°C Quickwash for freshening up lightly soiled items. Shrink resistant machine-washable wool.
400rpm
B C D E
95
95
5. 5kg
120 - 130
****1200rpm ***1150rpm **1100rpm *1000rpm ****1200rpm ***1150rpm **1100rpm *1000rpm ****1200rpm ***1150rpm **1100rpm *1000rpm ****1200rpm ***1150rpm **1100rpm *1000rpm
95
5. 5kg
100 - 110
60
60
5. 5kg
90 - 100
40
40
5. 5kg
60 - 70
F
50
3kg
50 - 60
900rpm
G
40
3kg
45 - 50
900rpm
H J
30
Incoming Household Supply
1. 4kg
35 - 40
900rpm
0. 9kg
30 - 35
900rpm
WARNING: Not for woollen items.
40 40
2. 7kg
40 - 45
900rpm
K
1. 4kg
40 - 45
900rpm
****1200rpm Maximum spin speed for Models WM80, WM79 and WM66 ***1150rpm Maximum spin speed for Model WM77 and WM68 **1100rpm Maximum spin speed for Models WM67 and WM60 *1000rpm Maximum spin speed for Model WM69
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Wash Features
Button Selection
To select an optional wash feature, press button and a colour band will become visible. Press again to cancel.
Option Buttons
Economy Wash (for Models WM80, WM79, WM77, WM69, WM68, WM67 WM66 & WM60)
Save money and time on lightly soiled loads. Lightly soiled clothes are washed at the temperature of the incoming household water supply. q Not available with programme `J'.
Super Rinse (for Models WM80, WM79, WM77, WM69, WM68, WM67 WM66 & WM60)
For large wash loads, wash items for young children and people with sensitive skin. q Increases the water level of the last two rinses on all programmes except programme `A' and the wool programme `K', which increases automatically.
Rinse Hold (for Models WM79, WM77, WM68 & WM67)
Suspends your clothes in the final rinse water. q Only available with programmes `F, G, H & J'.
Time Saver (for Models WM79, WM77, WM68 & WM67)
Save 43 minutes on programme `D' and up to 25 minutes on any other wash programme. q Not available with programme `A' or the wool programme `K'.
Note: Remember to cancel selections after use.
Automatic Features
Pulse Spin (for Models WM80, WM79, WM77, WM68, WM67, WM66 & WM60 only)
Helps reduce wear and tear on your wash items. Pulse spin is an automatic function where a long steady spin is followed by a 30 second burst at the maximum speed of your appliance to enable safer, more efficient water extraction.
Intelligent Care
Your appliance has an inbuilt feature to prevent it spinning with an unbalanced load, avoiding excessive vibration and prolonging the life of the appliance. [. . . ] See `Wash Dial' in the `Getting to know your Appliance' section.
q
Steam is coming from the dispenser drawer. . .
The appliance is designed to vent steam from the dispenser drawer during hot washes.
Suds are coming from the dispenser drawer. . .
q
Have you used the correct amount of detergent suitable for automatic washing appliances?If you have used the wrong type, flush out your appliance by selecting a rinse programme. Follow instructions on the detergent pack, taking into consideration load size, soiled loads and water hardness.
The programme takes a long time. . .
Some programmes do take a long time. Other things which can extend programme times include: q Low temperature or pressure of the incoming hot water. [. . . ]