Hotpoint WASHER-DRYER Washer/Dryer User Manual


 
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Care and maintenance
Cutting off the water and electricity
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 frequently.
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, situated
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.