Hotpoint BHWD129 User manual

Washer Dryer
User’s Manual

Operating Instructions – Washer Dryer Hotpoint BHWD129
Control Panel
Detergent Dispenser Drawer:
Used to dispense detergents & washing additives
ON/OFF button:
Switches the washer dryer on and off
Wash Cycle Knob:
Programmes the wash cycles. During the wash cycle, the knob
does not move.
Function buttons with indicator light:
Used to select the available functions. The indicator light
corresponding to the selected function will remain lit.
Temperature Knob:
Sets the temperature or the cold wash cycle
Drying Knob:
Used to set the desired drying programme
Wash Cycle Progress indicator lights:
Used to monitor the progress of wash cycle. The illuminated
indicator light shows which phase is in progress.
Door locked indicator light:
Indicates whether the door may be opened or not
Start/Pause button with indicator light:
Starts or temporarily interrupts the wash cycle.
To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this button; the
corresponding indicator light will flash orange, while the
indicator light for the current wash cycle phase will remain lit in a
fixed manner. If the DOOR LOCKED indicator light is
switched off, the door may be opened.
To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was
interrupted, press the button again.

Indicator Lights
• Wash Cycle phase indicator lights
Once the wash cycle has been chosen and selected and has begun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to
indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in progress.
• Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights
When a function is selected, the corresponding indicator light will illuminate. If the selected function is not
compatible with the programmed wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash and the function will
not be activated. If this is the case, the most recent selection will remain active.
• Door locked indicator light
If this indicator light is on, the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally. To avoid
any damage, wait for the indicator light to switch off before you open the door.
Starting a wash cycle
1. Switch the washer-dryer on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All indicator lights will switch on for a few seconds,
then they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse on and off
2. Load the laundry and close the door
3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme
4. Set the washing temperature
5. Set the drying cycle if necessary
6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives
7. Select the desired functions
8. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit up,
in green
To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new cycle
9. At the end of the wash cycle the END indicator light will switch on. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will switch
off, indicating that the door can be opened. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door slightly open to
ensure the drum dries out completely.
10. Switch the washer dryer off by pressing the ON/OFF button

Table of wash cycles
Personalisation
• Setting the temperature
Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature. The temperature may be lowered, or set to a cold
wash .
The washer-dryer will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher that the maximum
value set for each wash cycle.
• Setting the drying cycle
Turn the DRYING knob to set the desired drying type. Two options are available:
A – Based on time: from 40 to 80 minutes
B – Based on how the damp clothes are once they
have been dried:
Iron slightly damp clothes, easy to iron
Hanger dry clothes to put away
Cupboard : Very dry clothes, recommended for
towelling and bathrobes

Wash functions
• 1200 – 600
By selecting this function, reduces the spin speed
• Mini Load
This function is recommended for when the load of laundry is equal to half, of the maximum recommended load
• Extra Rinse
By selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It
is particularly useful for sensitive skin.
• Superwash
This function offers a high performance washing using a greater quantity of water in the initial phase of the cycle
and an increased cycle duration.
Drying only
Turn the WASH CYCLE knob to one of the drying settings according to the type of fabric, then select the desired
drying duration using the DRYING knob.