Hotpoint WMUD 943 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 washing machine
and help to prevent leaks.
Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and du-
ring all maintenance work.
Cleaning the washing machine
• The outer parts and rubber components of the applian-
ce can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm
soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
• The washing machine has a “Auto Clean” programme
for its internal parts that must be run with no load in the
drum.
For maximum performance you may want to use either
the detergent (i.e. a quantity 10% the quantity specified
for lightly-soiled garments) or special additives to clean
the washing machine. We recommend running a cleaning
programme every 40 wash cycles.
To start the programme press buttons A and B simulta-
neously for 5 seconds (see figure).
The programme will start automatically and will last appro-
ximately 70 minutes. To stop the cycle press the
START/PAUSE button.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Remove the dispenser by
raising it and pulling it out
(see figure).
Wash it under running wa-
ter; 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 washing machine 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-cham-
ber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part.
! Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the
appliance.
To access the pre-chamber:
1. using a screwdriver,
remove the cover panel
on the lower front part of
the washing machine (see
figure);
2. unscrew the lid by rota-
ting it anti-clockwise (see
figure): a little water may
trickle out. This is perfectly
normal;
3. clean the inside thoroughly;
4. screw the lid back on;
5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely
in place before you push it onto the appliance.
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.
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