Hotpoint BHWD 149 Washer/Dryer User Manual


 
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Care and maintenance
Cutting off the water and electrici-
ty supplies
Turn off the water tap after every wash
cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic
system inside the Washer-dryer and help
to prevent leaks.
Unplug the Washer-dryer when cleaning it
and during all maintenance work.
Cleaning the Washer-dryer
The outer parts and rubber components of
the appliance can be cleaned using a soft
cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do
not use solvents or abrasives.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer
Remove the dispen-
ser by raising it and
pulling it out (see
figure).
Wash it under run-
ning water; this
operation should be
repeated frequen-
tly.
Caring for the door and drum of
your appliance
Always leave the porthole door ajar in
order to prevent unpleasant odours from
forming.
Cleaning the pump
The Washer-dryer is fitted with a self-
cleaning pump which does not require any
maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such
as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-
chamber which protects the pump, situa-
ted in its bottom part.
! Make sure the wash cycle has finished
and unplug the appliance.
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To access the pre-chamber:
1. unscrew the lid
by rotating it anti-
clockwise (see fi-
gure): a little water
may trickle out. This
is perfectly normal;
2. clean the inside thoroughly;
3. screw the lid back on.
Checking the water inlet hose
Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If
there are any cracks, it should be replaced
immediately: during the wash cycles, water
pressure is very strong and a cracked hose
could easily split open.
! Never use second-hand hoses.