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STEP 5
On-Off / Selecting a programme...
To stop or change a programme...
Progress indicator lights...
Programme listing
Door Locked indicator light Progress indicator lights
‘Start/Cancel’
button
Programme selector dial
Variable Spin Speed button
Variable Temperature button
Option buttons
‘On/Off’button
Digital Display
The machine is switched on by pressing the ‘On/Off’ button for 2 seconds. All the indicator lights will light up for a few seconds and
the ‘Door Locked’indicator light will flash once.
Turn the programme selector dial to the desired programme. Load the laundry and detergent. Select the options you require.
Press the ‘Start/Cancel’button for 2 seconds to start the programme.
Press the ‘Start/Cancel’button for 2 seconds.
Select ‘Pump Out’on the programme selector dial.
When the machine has finished emptying,turn the programme selector dial to the new programme (you may need to add
detergent). Press the ‘Start/Cancel’button to start the programme.
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If you cancel a hot wash programme, take care when removing the laundry, it might still be very hot.
These will light up when you choose a programme,to indicate the
progress of the selected programme. When started,the first light in
the cycle will stay lit and as the programme
progresses,successive lights will come on until the
programme finishes.
During a wash programme the display will show the time remaining
to the end of the programme.
Door Locked indicator light...
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The ‘Door Locked’indicator light will come on two seconds after
you press the ‘Start/Cancel’button and will stay lit throughout the
programme. A short time after the programme has finished the
indicator light will go out and you can then open the door.
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Selected programmes will not start if the door is not closed
properly, the ‘Door Locked’indicator light will flash to show this.
The display will also show the word ‘door’.
Push the door shut until you hear the catch click.
The machine will show on the display if there is a problem:
H20 A problem with the water supply.
Check that the taps are turned on and working.
door Please close the machine door properly.
F000 Indicates a machine fault.
Please note the number shown and refer to STEP8
WARNINGS:
● In the unlikely
event of something
not working,see
‘Troubleshooting’
STEP 8.
A Typical Wash Programme
Sort laundry into
groups by washcare
labels.
Load the machine,
making sure that the
laundry is not
trapped in the door.
Close the door by
pushing it until it
clicks.
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Select any optional
wash feature(s) that
you may require by
pressing the
appropriate button(s),
indicator lights will
show what you have
chosen (see STEP 6).
Reduce the wash
temperature if you
wish using the variable
temperature button
(see STEP 6).
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During the wash,the
progress indicator
lights will show what
stage in the cycle the
programme has
reached.
The digital display
will show the time
remaining to the end
of the programme
A short time after the
programme has
finished the ‘Door
Locked’indicator light
will go out and you
can open the door.
We recommend that
you switch off the
electricity and water
supply.
Add detergent (and
fabric conditioner if
required) to the
dispenser drawer (see
STEP 3).
Refer to the detergent
manufacturer’s
dosage instructions.
Press the ‘On/Off‘
button.
Turn the programme
selector dial to the
programme required
(see STEP 4).
Reduce the spin
speed if you wish
using the variable spin
speed button (see
STEP 6).
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8
9
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5
When all selections
have been made
press the
‘Start/Cancel’button.
To stop a programme
before it has finished:
press the
‘Start/Cancel’button
again.
Turn the programme
selection dial to
‘Pump Out’.
When the machine has finished emptying
you can select a new programme.
Press the ‘Start/Cancel’button to start the
new programme.
STEP 7
Automatic Features...
Auto half load
Auto half load saves you time and money when washing smaller loads.
Water levels are automatically adjusted to cater for the different loads.
Unbalanced load
Your machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent it spinning with an unbalanced load. This will minimise excessive vibration and
prolong the life of the machine. Before each spin the machine ‘senses’the load within the drum and if the machine considers the
load to be unbalanced, it will not
automatically spin. Instead the machine will try to redistribute the load to achieve balance by
tumbling backwards and forwards. If it is unable to balance the load after the sixth attempt the machine will abort the spin
process.
If this safety feature is encountered you can spin the load after first opening the door, redistributing the load and selecting a fast or
slow, spin only programme. In the case of small loads or single items you may try adding some extra items of a comparable size to
help balance the load.
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Programme Selector Dial
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The temperature of the incoming water supply and selection of any Optional Wash Feature,ie.Time Saver,
will affect the programme times*.
Start the programme by following the instuctions in Step 5:‘On-Off/Selecting a programme...’
Handwash Wool Approved
‘The wool wash cycle on the
WF series of Hotpoint washing
machines has been tested and
approved by the Woolmark
Company for washing gar-
ments labelled as “hand wash”,
provided that the garments
are washed in accordance to
the instructions issued by the
manufacturer of this washing
machine.’
WEIGHT OF
WASH LOAD
Two examples of
maximum wash loads
for different types of
fabric:
2 Bath Towels
1 Hand Towel
6 Shirts
6 Blouses
1 Pair of Pyjamas
4 Items of
Underwear
COTTON
= 6kg
2 Children’s Dresses
4 Shirts
4 Blouses
1 Pair of Pyjamas
4 Items of
Underwear
SYNTHETIC
= 3kg
Wash Fabric Temp. Max. Approx. Spin
label ˚C dry programme speed
weight time*
load
Mixed Prewash 30 6kg 20 minutes Slow
White Cotton & Linen
without special finishes. 95 6kg 2 hours 20minutes Fast
Super Wash 60 6kg 2 hours 10minutes Fast
White Cotton & Linen
Colourfast Cotton,Linen
or Viscose without special 60 6kg 1 hour 50minutes Fast
finishes.
Fast Wash
Colourfast Cottons & Linen 60 5kg 1 hour Fast
Non-colourfast Cottons,
Linen & Viscose 40 6kg 1 hour 45minutes Fast
Coloured Synthetics:
coloured Nylon,Polyester,
Acrylic and Cotton mixtures,
Cotton or Viscose with special 50 3kg 1 hour 10minutes Slow
finishes.
coloured Polyester and Cotton
mixtures.
Acrylics:
Acrylics and tri-acetate blends 40 3kg 1 hour 5minutes Slow
of these fabrics with Wool,
Polyester and Wool blends.
Handwash Wool 40 1.5kg 50minutes Slow
Silks 30 3kg 55minutes Gentle
Fast Wash 30 3kg 30minutes Slow
Handwash 25 3kg 45minutes Gentle
Rinse and Spin Mixed 3kg 30minutes Slow
Fast Spin Cotton 6kg 15minutes Fast
Slow Spin Delicates 3kg 13minutes Slow
Pump Out All 2minutes
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B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
L
M
STEP 4
Options
STEP 6
Reduce Creases
Button Selection:
To select an option, press the button and you will see a light come on alongside the button.
Press again to cancel, and the light will go out.
NOTE: If the option selected is not available with the programme,the light will flash briefly.
Reduces wash action and spin speed,meaning less ironing for
delicate clothes.
● This option is only available with programmes C, E, G,H and
Rinse & Spin.
Mini Load...
For washing a smaller load.
In addition to reducing actual washing time,this option will
reduce water and energy consumption by up to 50%.
Note:You can reduce the amount of detergent you use with this
wash.
● This option is not available with programmes A, F,J, K, L,M
and Spin Only.
Time Saver
Saves up to a third on the programme time.
● This option is only available with programmes B,D,G and H.
Rinse Hold
Clothes will be held in the final rinse water, keeping them fresh
until you are ready to complete the programme.
Complete the final spin by pressing the Rinse Hold button when
the light is flashing.
● This is not available with programmes A, J,L M, Rinse & Spin
or Spin Only.
Time Delay...
(Models WF645,WF640 and WF630 only)
This option can delay the start of your wash programme by up
to 24 hours. The display will show the delay you have chosen.
Each press of the option button will add a delay of one hour. If
you press after 24 shows on the display the machine will reset
the time delay and show ‘OFF’ in the display, any press after this
will start counting again from one hour
Extra Rinse...
(Model WF620 only)
For large wash loads and items for young children or people
with sensitive skin.
This option adds a rinse.
● This is not available with programmes A, J,K, L,M or Spin
Only.
Variable Spin Speed
This allows you to reduce the spin speed
below the maximum for the programme you
have chosen.
Each press of the button will reduce the spin
speed to the next lower band.The new spin
speed will be shown in the display.
If you press again after ‘OFF’has been
displayed, the machine will revert to the
original higher spin speed.
This allows you to reduce the wash
temperature below the maximum for the
programme you have chosen.
Each press of the button will reduce the
wash temperature by 5˚C.The new wash
temperature will be shown in the display.
If you press again after ‘OFF’has been
displayed, the machine will revert to the
original higher wash temperature.
Variable Temperature
WARNINGS:
● DO NOT allow
children to play
with the appliance
or tamper with the
controls.
● DO NOT overload
the appliance!
It may damage
the laundry and
reduce the
quality of the
wash.
● DO NOT try to
open the door
when the ‘Door
Locked’ indicator
light is on.
● During the wash
cycle,remember
that the door
glass may
become hot to
the touch.
● DO NOT open the
dispenser drawer
during any
programme.
● If you stop a programme
part way through a wash
or there is a power cut,
take care when opening
the door,the machine
may contain hot water.
Is your water pressure too
high?
If your machine is still not working
contact:
Repair Service and Information Desk
UK 08709 066 066
Republic of Ireland 1850302 200
You will be asked for the following
details: Name and Address,Post
Code,Telephone Number,Date of
Purchase, Colour and Model/Serial
Numbers - which can be found on
the inside of the door.
Clear and precise details of the query
or fault.
If the digital display shows a Fault
code number (see STEP 5), please
advise us.
Remember, you will be charged for a
service call if a problem with your
machine is caused by incorrect
installation or misuse.
Check all loose items,such as
coins,have been removed
from the laundry.
Have both transit bolts been
removed from the machine?
See STEP 2:Installation
Is the fuse in the plug OK?
MY MACHINE MAKES A
NOISE OR VIBRATES IN A
SPIN PROGRAMME.
Plug the machine in and
turn the socket switch on.
If possible use another socket
for the machine.
If not replace it,see STEP 1:
Electricity Supply
See STEP 2:Installation
Clear any blockages that have
been found
Is the standpipe or household
drain blocked.
Have you adjusted the feet
to stabilise the machine?
Check the feet have been
levelled.
Is steam coming from
the dispenser drawer?
If not tighten them.
Does the washer need
replacing?
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Close the door. Choose a
programme and then press ‘On/Off’
Does the ‘door indicator’light
come on after 2 seconds?
MY MACHINE WILL NOT
START
MY MACHINE DOES NOT
PUMP OUT WATER
MY MACHINE IS LEAKING
THE PROGRAMME TAKES A
LONG TIME
SUDS ARE COMING FROM
THE DISPENSER DRAWER
NOT ALL OF THE DETERGENT
HAS BEEN FLUSHED AWAY
Is the machine plugged in
and switched on?
Is the socket OK? Test with
another appliance to check.
Is the machine connected to
a sink waste system?
Check the blocked end of the
under sink drainage unit has
been cut off.
The machine is designed to
release steam from the dispenser
drawer during hot washes.
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Has ‘Rinse Hold’been selected?
The light will flash until the button
is pressed again.
Press the ‘Rinse Hold’button
again.
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You may need to call in a
plumber.
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Turn the main supply tap
down.
Are the drainage unit,standpipe
or under sink connections free
from blockages?
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Has the drain hose been installed
correctly? Ensure it is not blocked
or kinked.
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You may need a cold fill adaptor
to run your machine as cold fill
only. See ‘Installation’, STEP 2.
Is your hot water pressure low?
Check the inlet hoses are not
kinked.
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Check that your water supply
taps are turned on fully.
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Was a short spin programme
used on a non-synthetic load.
Did you reduce the spin speed of
your selected wash programme?
See STEP 6:Options
Did the water pump out?
If not see ‘MY MACHINE DOES
NOT PUMP OUT WATER’.
The ‘Rinse Hold’button has
been pressed,this will hold
laundry in the final rinse water,
until the button is pressed
again.
Clean fabric dispenser drawer.
See STEP 3:‘The Dispenser
Drawer’.
Check for low temperature and
low pressure of the hot and cold
water supply.
THE DISPENSER WILL NOT
CLOSE PROPERLY
Check the correct amount of
suitable detergent has been used,
refer to manufacturer’s
recommendations.
If you have used the wrong type of
detergent,select a Rinse programme
to flush out your machine.
There has been an unbalanced load
and the machine could not spin.
See ‘Automatic Features’ STEP 7.
MY LAUNDRY HAS NOT
SPUN DRY.
MY MACHINE STOPS
BEFORE A SPIN
PROGRAMME.
WATER COLLECTS IN THE
FABRIC DISPENSER
COMPARTMENT
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Clean the dispenser drawer,see
STEP 3:‘The Dispenser Drawer’
Is the drawer clogged with
detergent?
Check the drawer is properly
aligned.
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Are the fill hoses on correctly?
Troubleshooting - More ‘Troubleshooting information and general product advice can be found on our website, visit: www.theservicecentre.co.uk/help
Washcare Tips:
● Do not overload the machine
(maximum load 6kg).
In addition to reducing the
quality of the wash,this may also
damage your laundry and the
machine.
● We strongly recommend that you
do not wash underwired bras in
this machine. Should the wires
become detached it could cause
damage to your clothes and the
machine. If the washcare label
states that the bra is machine
washable,then we advise placing
it in a sealed pillow case or a
similar washbag.Remember, you
will be charged for a service call
resulting from a detached bra
wire.
● Do not use the machine if the
item to be washed does not have
a wash label.
Before washing laundry we
recommend that you do the
following:
● Pre-treat awkward stains with
washable treatments.
Do not wash any items that have
previously been treated with
solvents.
● Close zips,fasten belts,tie strings
and close press studs to prevent
tangling.
● Empty ALL objects from pockets
as they may damage the clothes
and the machine.
Remember,you will be charged
for a service call to rectify a
malfunction resulting from
objects,such as coins,pens,hair
grips etc.falling from pockets.
● Limit the size of absorbent loads
ie.towels, to 3kg (7lb) to give
good washing and rinsing results.
● Place small items in a wash bag.
● Always follow the care label on
items when choosing the wash
programme.
● Wash non-colourfast items or
really dirty laundry separately as
they may affect other items.
STEP 8
Remember, you will be charged for a service call for problems caused by incorrect installation, non-removal of transit bolts or packaging, leaks from household pipework, loose or blocked fill and drain hoses.
Washing items that DO NOT have a wash label or washing items that are not intended as machine washable and NOT emptying contents from pockets may cause pump or drain blockages, or may damage components within the machine.
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Why not pin this
chart up near your
machine or inside
a cupboard door...
where you can
easily refer to it?