Hotpoint Ultima Digit Instructions for and use User manual

To the Installer:
Before installation, fill in the product details on the back cover of this
book. The information can be found on the rating plate.
To the User:
You must read these instructions prior to installing and using the
appliance and then retain them for future reference.
Instructions for Installation and Use
7kg Washing Machine
Ultima Digit

Description
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GB
●lease record the Model number and
Serial number of your machine on the
back cover of this book for future
reference.
- The Serial number can be found on
the inside door trim.
Interlocking door and
release lever.
Front adjustable feet
Dispenser dra er Control panel
(●Varies by Model)
Back feet
Mains cable
Cold ater inlet point
Drainage hose
Hooked end support
Rating plate
TWO transit fixings.
Comprising of: two bolts, two
washers, two rubber grommets
and two nylon spacers
!BOTH transit fixings must be
removed BEFORE you use your
machine (sseeee ppaaggee 55).
Plumbing indicator line
!NOTE: lease use the new hose
supplied (located inside the drum).
Follow instructions
on page 6 to
ensure correct fit of this hose to
your machine.

Contents
Description, 2
Installation, 4-7
Unpacking
Remove the transit fixings
Location
Levelling
Water connection
Drainage connection
Electrical connection
Before you start using your machine
Control anel Features, 8
rogrammes and Option Modifiers, 9-13
Starting a programme
Programme table
Option modifiers
Special features
Automatic features
Detergents, 14
Detergent dispenser
Washcare tips
Care and Maintenance, 15
Cleaning your machine
Fuses
Changing the plug
Cleaning the pump
recautions and Advice, 16-17
General safety
Saving energy and respecting the environment
Disposal
Safety advice
Technical details chart
Something Wrong? - Troubleshooting, 18-19
Service, 20
Before calling for assistance
Spare parts
Key Contacts
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Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
FeaturesInstallation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
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WASHING MACHINE
!Keep this instruction book on hand in order to refer to it hen necessary. Take it ith you hen you move,
and should you sell this appliance or pass it on to another party, make sure that this booklet is supplied
along ith the appliance so that the ne o ner may be informed about arnings and suggestions on ho
the machine orks.

Installation
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!Read these instructions carefully: the follo ing
pages contain important information on installation
and suggestions on ho the appliance orks.
Unpacking
1. Using scissors, cut
carefully along one corner
post to remove the film.
2. Lift off the polystyrene
top cap and remove the
four corner posts.
3. Carefully lay the left
side of the machine do n
onto the top cap.
!We recommend that a
second person helps to raise
and lower the machine.
4. Remove the
polystyrene base.
!This is a part of the
polystyrene base and
should have stayed intact
hen you removed the
base.
!If it has broken off and
is still in the machine...
remove it... hile the
machine is still laying on
its side on the top cap.
5. Stand the machine
upright.
!We recommend that a
second person helps to raise
and lower the machine.
!Continue to read the rest
of these instructions
carefully; the following
pages contain important
information on installation
and troubleshooting.
!Protect the environment - please dispose of the
packaging material carefully and considerately.
!IM ORTANT check
when unpacking your
machine:

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Installation
Did you know?...
●...the transit fixings are fitted to ensure that your machine is undamaged during delivery.
●...both of the transit fixings MUST BE removed before using the machine, be sure to remove TWO bolts,
TWO washers, TWO rubber grommets and TWO nylon spacers, not doing so will lead to excessive
vibration, movement of the machine and could eventually lead to internal damage.
●...the majority of problems with noisy machines are due to the transit fixings not being removed.
●...you will be charged for a service engineers visit if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect
installation or misuse.
Remove the transit fixings
IM ORTANT: Follo these instructions to remove the
TWO transit fixings (see Description for location).
!Situated one either
side of the rear panel,
BOTH transit bolts
MUST be removed
before use.
!Failure to do so may cause damage to your machine.
!It is important the TWO transit fixings come out intact.
!Be sure to remove TWO bolts,
TWO washers, TWO rubber
grommets and TWO nylon
spacers (see pic).
1. Unscrew the bolt using a
13mm spanner.
2. STO when 3 threads can be
seen.
3. Hold, slide sideways and pull to
remove.
4. For safety, insert one of the
the plastic covers (supplied
with your machine) over the
hole.
!Repeat steps 1 to 4 to remove the second transit bolt.
!PPaacckkaaggiinngg mmaatteerriiaallss aarree nnoott cchhiillddrreennss ttooyyss..
Location
Where you install your machine ill affect its
performance:
!For your safety and to comply with electrical
regulations, seek professional advice if you want to
install your machine in a bath or shower room.
●Make sure that the electrical socket and ater
taps are easily accessible. You should switch off
the machine’s electrical and water supplies
when you are not using it for extended periods.
●Make sure that you allo enough space for the
machine. Select a space at least 60cm ide,
60cm deep and 85cm high. Also leave enough
space to open the door fully, so that you can load
and unload it easily.
●Where possible, the machine should be positioned
on a solid floor to minimise vibration.
!Take care when you move the machine not to rip any
floor coverings. The weight of the machine may cause
indentations in some floor coverings.
Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
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Location of transit bolts.

6
GB 1. Scre the cold ater fill hose (blue connector) onto
the cold ater supply until tight.
2. Turn on the cold ater supply and check for leaks,
tighten if necessary.
!We recommend fitting a 3/4" sealing cap
to the hot ater supply tap (if present), to
ensure there are no leaks. Sealing caps
can be purchased from Hotpoint Service
on 08709 077 077 or all good DIY and
Plumbing outlets.
Installation
Benefits of cold fill
●Modern detergents are designed to give the best
cleaning results at lo temperatures. Biological
detergents contain enzymes hich are active
bet een 30˚C and 53˚C, giving greater results at
lo er temperatures.
●Cold ater relaxes fabrics, hilst hot ater can
seal in stains.
●Improved stain removal ith cold ater.
●The most commonly used programme at present is
40˚C, hich ill take on cold ater even if hot and
cold ere available.
●You can heat the ater required to finish the ash
cycle, hich makes it more economical than taking
ater heated in a tank by an immersion heater or
gas boiler.
Hints and tips
!Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the hose.
!The ater pressure at the supply tap must be ithin
the values indicated in the Technical Details table
(see page 17).
!If the ater inlet hose is not long enough, you can
purchase an extended hose from Hotpoint Service on
08709 077 077.
!Al ays use a ne inlet hose.
!Check the ater inlet hose at least once a year,
replace if cracked as orn hoses could split under
ater pressure.
!Turn on the water supply and check that the
connections do not leak. If there is a leak, turn off
the water supply, disconnect the hoses and check
that the sealing washers are in place. Refit the hoses
and turn on the water supply.
Did you know?...
●...the most common cause of problems with water connection is that the customer has not turned the
supply tap on..
●...it is very important to ensure that your hoses or cables are not kinked or squashed when the machine
is pushed back into its location, as this can lead to your machine failing to fill or empty the water.
●...the majority of problems with noisy machines are due to the feet not being adjusted correctly to
level the machine.
Levelling
Your machine ill be noisy if the t o front feet are not
adjusted so that the machine stands firm and level.
!The machine must be levelled from side to side and
from front to back.
1. Move your machine into its final location, taking
care not to trap or kink the hoses.
2. Turn one or both front feet
anti-clock ise by hand until the
feet cannot be turned any more.
When adjusting the feet, use a
spirit level to check the machine
stands level, from side to side
and from front to back.
The spring on each foot ill stop
them coming loose.
!If it is placed on a fitted or loose carpet, adjust the
feet in such a way as to allow enough room for
ventilation beneath the machine.
Water connection
Connecting the water inlet hose supplied.
Remember that this is a cold-fill machine and the
water inlet hose MUST be fitted to the rear of the
machine and the cold water supply.
Please use the new hose supplied (located inside
the drum). Old hoses may cause leaks due to worn
out washers or may split due to water pressure.
- Before making the connections to the cold water
supply, allow the water to run freely from the cold
water supply tap until it is perfectly clear.
- Connect the straight end of the hose to the cold
water supply tap until tight.
- Connect the angled end of the
hose to the washing machine’s
cold water inlet point, situated
at the top right hand side on
the rear of the appliance (see
figure).
Turn the cold water supply tap on and check for leaks:
tighten if necessary.

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Installation
Drainage Connection
!Although you may need to move the hooked end
support along the grey drainage hose, DO NOT
remove it.
!Whichever drainage method you use, make sure
that the hooked end support is fixed level to, or
above the ‘Plumbing Indicator Line’ (see Description
page 2).
We recommend one of the follo ing:
Standpipe method:
1. Make sure the standpipe
height is a minimum 500mm up
to a maximum 1200mm from the
floor.
2. Insert the drainage hose
approximately 100mm into the
standpipe.
Under sink method:
1. Cut off the blocked end of
the under sink drainage unit, or
remove the blanking plug if fitted.
2. Fix the hooked end support a
minimum of 800mm from the
floor.
3. Use a hose clip (eg. a jubilee
clip) to securely attach the grey
drainage hose end to the under
sink drainage unit.
Electrical connections
Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket,
make sure that:
●the socket is earthed and in compliance ith the
applicable la .
●the socket is able to sustain the appliances
maximum po er load indicated in the Technical
Details table (see page 17).
●the supply voltage is included ithin the values
indicated in the Technical Details table (see page 17).
●the socket is compatible ith the machines plug.
If this is not the case, replace the socket or the
plug, ensuring a 13A fuse is fitted.
!The machine should not be installed in an outdoor
environment, not even hen the area is sheltered,
because it may be very dangerous to leave it exposed
to rain and thunderstorms.
!When the machine is installed, the mains socket
must be ithin easy reach and should be connected
to a suitable electrical supply.
!Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.
!The po er supply cable must never be bent or
dangerously compressed.
!The po er supply cable must only be replaced by an
authorised serviceman.
!The company denies all liability if and when these
standards are not respected.
Before you start using your machine
The first wash cycle
Once the appliance has been installed and before you
use it for the first time, run a ash cycle ithout
detergent and no laundry. This ill check your
installation, connections and drainage and ill
thoroughly clean the interior before you carry out an
actual ash programme on your laundry.
This ill take approximately 21/2hours to complete.
!Run the 95˚ White Cotton programme '2', ithout
laundry and ithout detergent.
!During this cycle check for any leaks from under the
machine. If present ensure all hoses are securely
tightened.
Did you know?...
●...it is very important to ensure that your hoses or cables are not kinked or squashed as this can lead
to your machine failing to fill or empty the water.
●...it is very important to respect the dimensions given within the drainage connection methods (see above).
●...if using the undersink drainage method remember to cut off the blocked end, or remove the blanking plug.
●...you will be charged for a service engineers visit if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect
installation or misuse.
Hooked end
support
Hose clip
minimum:
500mm
maximum:
1200mm
minimum:
800mm
from floor
Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
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Control anel Features
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Ultima
Ultima control panel features
●rogramme listing: To consult a straight for ard chart of the different programmes available.
●Option buttons: To select the options available (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers).
●Variable Temperature button: To reduce the selected programmes ash temperature.
●Variable Spin Speed button: To reduce the selected programmes spin speed.
●Digital display: Sho s time remaining, ash temperature and spin speed for the selected programme.
●On/Off button: To turn the ashing machine on and off.
●Start/Cancel button: To start the programme or to cancel it, if incorrect settings ere selected.
●rogramme selector dial: To select the programme you require. The knob stays still during the cycle.
●Status indicator lights: Sho s if the door is locked ( hen lit, the door cannot be opened) and the stage of
the programme that the machine has reached ( ash, rinse or spin).
rogramme listing
Detergent dispenser
drawer
Status indicator
lights
Start/Cancel
button
Option
buttons
Variable Temperature
button
Digital display
rogramme selector
dial
On/Off
button
Variable Spin Speed
button

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Starting a rogramme
Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
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1. S itch the machine on by
pressing the On/Off button.
2. Sort your laundry into groups
by ashcare labels. Load the
machine.
Close the machine door by
pushing it until it clicks.
3. Add detergent and fabric
conditioner to the dispenser
dra er.
!Refer to detergent
manufacturer’s dosage
instructions.
4. Turn the programme
selector dial to the required
programme.
5. Select any optional wash
feature(s) (see Option Modifiers)
you require by pressing the
appropriate button(s).
- Indicator lights ill sho hat
you have chosen.
6. Reduce the programmes ash temperature:
- Press the Variable Temperature button, each press
ill reduce the ash temperature by 5˚C.
The ne temperature ill be sho n in the display.
7. Reduce the programmes spin speed:
- Press the Variable Spin Speed button, each press
ill reduce the spin speed.
The ne spin speed ill be sho n in the display.
8. In addition to sho ing you the
ash temperature and spin
speed for your selected
programme, the digital display
ill sho you the time remaining
until the end of the programme.
- If ‘Time Delay’ option as selected the display ill
sho the time remaining until the start of the ash
programme.
9. Start the programme by pressing the
Start/Cancel button for at least 3 seconds.
The ‘Door Locked’ indicator ill light up.
●To stop/change a programme once the machine
has started:
- Press the Start/Cancel button for 3 seconds.
- Select ‘Pump Out’ on the Programme selector
dial.
When the machine has finished emptying:
- Turn the Programme selector dial to the ne
programme required (you may need to add detergent).
- Press the Start/Cancel button to start the ne
programme.
10. During the programme,
the status indicator lights ill
sho you hat stage in the
programme the machine has
reached ( ash, rinse, spin).
11. A short time after the
programme has finished the
‘Door Locked’ indicator ill go
out and you can open the
machine door.
12. S itch the machine off by pressing the On/Off
button.
!Do not allo children to play ith the machine or
tamper ith the controls.
!Do not overload the machine. This may damage the
laundry and reduce the quality of the ash.
The maximum load is 7kg (Cotton).
!Do not try to open the dispenser dra er during any
programme.
!Do not try to open the machine door hen the
‘Door Locked’ indicator is lit.
Starting a typical wash programme

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rogramme Table
rogramme Table *Programme setting for test in accordance ith IEC 60456 and EN 60456
ID Label Programme Type / Fabric Description Temp Max Load Approximate Required Soil Spin Available Options Recommended
(˚C) (kg) Programme Time Additional Level Speed Detergent
(h : min) Option
1PPrewash A cool temperature cycle to loosen stains before selecting 30 7 0 : 25 - Heavy - Time Delay Ariel Bio Liquid
Mixed a main wash programme.
295 Hygienic For hard wearing heat resistant cotton and linen. 95 7 2 : 30 - Normal Max Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Ariel Bio Powder /
White Cotton Time Delay Tablets
360 Superwash An intensive cleaning programme for heavily soiled hard 60 6 2 : 00 - Heavy Max Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold Ariel Colour
Colourfast Cotton wearing fabrics. Mini Load, Time Delay
460 Everyday For everyday cleaning needs for colourfast cotton or linen 60 6 1 : 40 - Light to Max Wash Enhance, Reduce Creases Ariel Colour
Colourfast Cotton fabrics. Normal Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Time Delay
460 Standard An intensive cleaning, energy efficient cycle using the 60 7 2 : 00 Wash Normal to Max Time Delay Ariel Colour
Colourfast Cotton (IEC 60456*) maximum load capacity. Enhance Heavy
560 Fast Wash A fast cycle for lightly soiled heat resistant cotton & linen 60 5 1 : 00 - Light 1200 Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold Ariel Colour
Colourfast Cotton fabrics. Mini Load, Time Delay
640 Everyday For the everyday cleaning needs of cottons & other hard 40 6 1 : 30 - Light to Max Wash Enhance, Reduce Creases Ariel Colour
Non Colourfast Cotton wearing fabrics. Normal Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Time Delay
640 Intensive A less energy efficient intensive 40˚C cycle for more 40 7 1 : 45 Wash Heavy Max Time Delay Ariel Colour
Non Colourfast Cotton stubborn soiling. Enhance
740 - Man-made fibres A cycle designed to wash a variety of man-made fibres 40 3.5 1 : 15 - Normal 800 Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold Ariel Colour
Coloured Synthetics & Acrylics and fibre mixtures. Mini Load, Time Delay
830 Cool Wash Delivers the same performance as the intensive 40˚C 30 5 1 : 50 - Normal to Max Rinse Hold, Mini Load Ariel Colour Liquid
Non Colourfast Cotton cycle but is more energy efficient at the expense of duration. Heavy Time Delay
940 - - Machine Washable For machine washable wool and wool mixtures. 40 3 0 : 50 - Normal 800 Wash Enhance, Time Delay Dreft
Wool
940 - - Platinum Woolmark Approved A special cycle for Hand Wash wool that will not shrink 40 1 0 : 50 Wash Normal 1000 Time Delay Dreft
Handwash Wool your garments exclusively approved by Woolmark. Enhance
10 30 - Machine Washable For silk garments labelled as machine washable. 30 3.5 0 : 50 - Normal 800 Rinse Hold, Time Delay Dreft
Silk
11 30 Fast Wash A very short refresh programme for lightly soiled mixed 30 3 0 : 30 - Light 800 Time Delay Ariel Colour Liquid
Mixed fabrics. (not Wool/Silk/Handwash)
12 HHandwash A gentle cycle for delicate items labelled as Hand Wash 25 4 0 : 50 - Normal 800 Time Delay Ariel Colour Liquid
Delicates only. (not Wool/Silk)
R&S -Rinse & Spin This partial programme completes two full rinses and then - 3.5 0 : 35 - - 800 Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold -
Mixed a slow spin. Mini Load, Time Delay
FS -Fast Spin This partial programme completes the maximum speed - 7 0 : 20 - - Max Time Delay -
Cotton final spin.
SS -Slow Spin This partial programme completes the intermediate speed - 3.5 0 : 12 - - 800 Time Delay -
Delicates final spin.
PO DPump Out This partial programme ensures the appliance is emptied - 7 0 : 02 ---- -
All of water.
2 Bath To els 1 Hand To el 6 Shirts 6 Blouses 2 Set of Pyjamas 12 Items of Under ear 2 T-Shirts
COTTON
= 7kg = 3.5kg 4 Items of Sports ear
4 Shirts 4 Blouses 1 Set of Pyjamas 8 Items of Under ear
SYNTHETIC
How much does your laundry weigh?
1 sheet 400-500g 1 pillo case 150-200g 1 tablecloth 400-500g 1 bathrobe 900-1200g 1 to el 150-250g
A typical wash load... T o examples of maximum ash loads for different types of fabric:

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Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
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Option Modifiers and
Special Features
Option modifiers
!Not all options can be used on all programmes - (see Programme Table for option availability).
●Wash Enhance:
Use this option to select a more intensive ash programme for the cotton 60˚C and cotton 40˚C for more
heavily soiled items. Additionally, use this option on the machine ash ool programme to select the special
Hand ash ool programme for ool items that are not marked as machine ashable. This cycle has been
approved by Woolmark for the Platinum Care a ard.
●Reduced Creases:
Selecting this option ill run the ash programme ith a more gentle action and lo er spin speed, in addition
to carrying out an additional rinse to ensure your laundry has fe er creases and ill require less ironing.
●Rinse Hold:
Selecting this option ill pause the cycle in the final rinse ith the fabric conditioner keeping the laundry
fresh until you are ready to complete the programme. The Rinse Hold light ill flash to indicate the cycle is
paused. The machine ill stay in this state, tumbling the load occasionally until either the Start/Cancel button
is pressed or the Rinse Hold button is pressed again to continue the cycle.
●Mini Load:
Use this option for smaller loads less than the capacity listed for the material and programme type (see
Programmes Table). This option reduces ater consumption and ashing time, saving energy hen ashing
smaller loads.
●Time Delay:
Use this option to delay the programme start by up to 24 hours. The display ill sho the delay chosen.
Each press of the button increases the Time Delay in increments of 1 hour. If you press the button again
after 24 sho s in the display the machine ill reset the Time Delay and sho ‘OFF’ in the display, pressing the
button after this ill start the Time Delay selection from 1 hour. Once the countdo n reaches zero the
programme ill start.
●Variable Temperature:
Use this option to reduce the ash temperature belo the maximum for the programme you have chosen.
- each press of the button ill reduce the ash temperature by 5˚C. The ne ash temperature ill be
sho n in the display. If you press again after ‘OFF’ has been displayed, the machine ill revert to the
original higher temperature.
●Variable Spin Speed:
Use this option to reduce the spin speed belo the maximum for the programme you have chosen.
- each press of the button ill reduce the spin speed. The ne spin speed ill be sho n in the display.
If you press again after ‘OFF’ has been displayed, the machine ill revert to the original higher spin
speed.

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Option Modifiers and
Special Features
Special features
!Not all special features can be used on all programmes - (see Programme Table for option availability).
●Fast Wash:
The Fast Wash programmes are designed for lightly soiled loads delivering quick results for smaller loads, using
less energy. For loads ith stains or increased soil levels hich require deeper cleaning, use the standard or
intensive ash cycles.
●Cool Wash: 30˚C
A lo temperature ash hich delivers cleaning results comparable to the intensive 40˚C cotton programme but
at a lo er temperature for more colour sensitive garments and using less energy.
●Handwash:
A gentle action programme for delicate items and items labelled as hand ash only.
Not for Wool or Silk garments (use the special programmes for those materials).
●Handwash Wool Approved: (M0507)
The ool ash cycle on Hotpoint machines has been tested and approved by the Woolmark Company for ashing
garments labelled as ‘hand ash’, provided that the ‘garments’ are ashed in accordance to the instructions
issued by the manufacturer of this machine.
This cycle is selected by turning the Programme Selector dial to the ool programme and selecting the ‘Wash
Enhance’ option modifier (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers).
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●Digital Display
If time delay is selected this sho s the time remaining until the start of the ash programme in hours – counting
do n each hour.
It also displays time to end of the ash programme in hours and minutes counting do n each minute.
!Please note time can go up as ell as do n depending on load absorbency, load size and ater temperature.
Note: We recommend that if you use colour catcher sheets in your appliance that these only be used inside a
wash bag, as otherwise they can affect the performance of your machine.
Did you know?…
●… when an option button is selected the corresponding light is illuminated.
●… if the option selected is incompatible with the programme selected, the button will flash and the option will
not be enabled.
●… if you set an option that is incompatible with an option selected previously, only the last option selected will
be enabled.

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Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
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Automatic features
Unbalanced load detection
The machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent it from spinning too fast ith an unbalanced load.
When an unbalanced load is detected, the machine ill attempt to redistribute the load in order to
balance it evenly to achieve full spin speed.
If this is not possible and an unbalanced load remains the spin speed ill be reduced, depending on the amount
of unbalance detected. This is to prevent the machine from damaging itself or its surroundings and to prevent
excessive noise from the machine.
!If the spin result is unsatisfactory follo ing a reduced spin speed attempt to rectify the unbalanced load, then
on completion of the programme the load can be redistributed evenly in the drum by hand. Select a spin cycle.
NNoottee:: Do not attempt to spin heavy or absorbent single items as the machine cannot distribute these evenly.
If you need to wash a single item you will need to add some other items as ballast to allow the machine to distribute
the load evenly throughout the drum.
No water detection
The machine ill automatically detect if it cannot take in ater and ill notify you by...
- flashing ‘H20’ on the digital display.
If this occurs please check the appliance is plumbed in correctly (see Installation ‘Water connection’).
Energy saving and water levels
Modern machines are designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible.
To achieve this ater levels are kept to a minimum to ensure they are economic and use the lo est energy
possible. Unlike older appliances you will not see high water levels in the drum during washing.
!We recommend al ays ashing as close to a full load as possible (see Programmes Table for the maximum
load size of your selected programme).
Option Modifiers and
Special Features

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Certain laundry products ork better in some machines than others. At Hotpoint e kno this is true because
e’ve done the research to prove it. We used real everyday clothes and ran tests to find out hich ashing po der
orks best ith Hotpoint. The results proved that Hotpoint and Ariel produces the best ashing results on all your
clothes.
Ariel can meet all your laundry needs. It is available as a biological po der for everyday ash loads. Colour po der to
keep your clothes staying brighter for longer and a Non-Bio po der for hen you need brilliant cleaning but are
concerned about sensitive skin.
Detergent dispenser
!Do not put any items into the drawer, other than
detergents designed to be released from the drawer,
as they may cause damage or blockage.
Dispensing powder detergent
To achieve the best ash results the manufacturer’s
recommended amount of detergent should be
measured and added to the main detergent
compartment.
Dispensing tablets
Tablets can be dispensed via the machine drum or via
the dispenser drawer.
!Please CHECK the detergent pack for dispensing
instructions.
!Incorrect use can damage your laundry.
Dispensing liquid detergent
We recommend the use of a detergent dosing ball, as
provided by your detergent manufacturer.
Adding fabric conditioner
Pour the recommended amount of fabric conditioner into
the compartment. Do not exceed the maximum fill line.
re-Wash
When selecting pre ash, add detergent to both the
pre- ash and the main ash compartments.
Detergents and Laundry
Did you know?...
●...undissolved detergent left in the drawer or on clothes can be due to incorrect dosing or using the incorrect
dispensing method - CHECK the detergent manufacturers instructions on the pack for dispensing and
dosage advice.
Washcare Tips
●DO NOT overload or underload the machine (see
the Programme Table for maximum load), in addition
to reducing the quality of the ash this may also
damage your laundry and the machine, hilst
causing the machine to become unstable and noisy.
●We strongly recommend that you DO NOT wash
underwired bras in this machine. Should the
ires become detached it could cause damage to
your laundry and the machine. If the ashcare
label states that the bra is machine ashable,
then e advise placing it in a sealed pillo case or
a similar ashbag.
!
Remember you will be charged for a service
engineers visit resulting from a detached bra wire.
●Do not use the machine if the item to be ashed
does not have a ash label.
Before washing laundry we recommend you:
●Pre-treat a k ard stains ith ashable treatments.
Do not ash any items that have previously been
treated ith solvents.
●Close zips, fasten belts, tie strings and close
press studs to prevent tangling.
●Empty all objects from pockets as they may
damage the laundry and the machine.
!
Remember you will be charged for a service
engineers visit to rectify malfunction resulting
from objects such as coins, pens, hair grips etc.
falling from pockets.
●Limit the size of absorbent loads ie. to els, to half
loads to give good ashing and rinsing results.
●lace small items in a wash bag.
●Al ays follo the care label on items hen
choosing the ash programme.
●Wash non-colourfast items or really dirty items
separately as they may affect other laundry.
Did you know that with Hotpoint and Ariel you’ll get the best washing results?
Dra er release catch
Main ash detergent
compartment.
Maximum:
400ml po der
or
200ml liquid
Pre- ash detergent
compartment.
Maximum:
200ml po der
or
100ml liquid
Fabric conditioner compartment.
Maximum: 120ml
Grate

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rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
GB
Care and maintenance
Cleaning
!Unplug your machine hen cleaning it and before all
maintenance operations.
!Do not clean any part of the machine with abrasive
cleaners, scouring agents, acids, any bleach or metal
polish as they may cause damage.
●Use a damp cloth or silicon polish to clean the
exterior surfaces of the appliance.
●Clean the internal surface of the door bo l regularly
ith a soft cloth. A build up of soap po der and
ater hardness residue may result in ater leaking
from the door.
●Al ays leave the appliance door ajar to prevent
unpleasant odours from forming.
Cleaning the dispenser drawer and compartments
It is advisable to clean the dispenser dra er regularly.
!Do not try to clean any part of the dispenser drawer
while the machine is running.
1. Pull out the dra er until it
reaches its stop.
2. Press the dra er release
button to remove the dispenser
dra er (see pic).
3. Clean and dry the dispenser
dra er, syphons, grate and
fabric conditioner exit channel
(A), ensuring any build up of
detergent and fabric conditioner
is fully removed.
!Failure to do so may lead to
the machine leaking from the
dispenser drawer.
Also regularly clean the
outlet pipe area (B).
4. Relocate the dispenser dra er
and push it firmly back into place.
!We recommend a maintenance wash 2 or 3 times a
year, to avoid a build up of greasy deposits and water
hardness residue. Run the 95˚ White Cotton programme,
with the normal amount of detergent but no laundry.
Cleaning the pump (not applicable on model WT761)
This appliance is fitted ith a self-cleaning pump that
does not require any maintenance.
Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may
fall into the pre-chamber that protects the pump.
!Make sure the wash cycle has ended and unplug the
appliance.
Changing the plug
The ires in the po er cord are coloured in accordance
ith the follo ing:
Moulded plug
!The plug must not be used without the fuse cover in place.
If a replacement fuse holder/cover is
required, it must be of the same colour
coding or ording as sho n on the base
of the plug.
Replacements are available from authorised dealers.
!If the plug being replaced is a non-re irable type,
then the cut-off plug must be disposed of safely.
DO NOT leave it where it can be inserted into a socket
and create a shock hazard.
!The po er supply cord should be checked periodically
and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this
machine and fitted only by authorised technicians (see
Service). Replacement po er cords can be purchased,
at an extra cost from our Genuine Parts and
Accessories department or authorised dealers.
!The manufacturer denies any responsibility should any
of these rules not be followed.
!If in doubt about any of the above consult a
qualified electrician.
Green and Yello
(Earth) ire to terminal
marked ‘E’, symbol ,
or coloured green and
yello . 13A ASTA approved
fuse to BS1362.
Bro n (Live) ire to
terminal marked ‘L’ or
coloured red.
Blue (Neutral) ire to
terminal marked ‘N’ or
coloured black.
Cord clamp
A
B
To access the chamber:
1. Remove the kickstrip, on the
lo er front of the appliance, by
holding at each end and pulling
to ards you (see figure).
2. Unscre the pump filter by
rotating it anti-clock ise, until it
can be removed (see figure).
A little ater may leak from the
pump: this is perfectly normal.
3. Clean the interior thoroughly, removing any visible debris.
4. Refit by scre ing the filter into place until it
reaches its ‘stop’ position.
5. Refit the kickstrip, making sure that the hooks are
securely in place before you push it onto the appliance.
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recautions and advice
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General safety
●Unplug your appliance hen cleaning it and during
all maintenance operations.
●This machine should only be used by adults and in
accordance ith the instructions.
●Do not overload or underload the machine.
In
addition to reducing the quality of the ash,
this may also damage your laundry and the machine.
●Do not pull on the po er supply cable to unplug
the appliance from the electricity socket. Pull the
plug out.
●Do not open the machine door hile the
appliance is in operation.
●Do not open the detergent dispenser hile the
appliance is in operation.
●Never force the machine door: this could damage
the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent
any accidental opening.
●Turn off the ater tap after every ash. This ill
limit the ear of your appliances ater system
and also prevent leaks.
●In the event of a malfunction, do not under any
circumstances touch internal parts in order to
attempt repairs.
●Al ays keep children ell a ay from the appliance
hile in operation. Do not let children play ith the
machine or tamper ith the controls.
●The appliance door tends to get quite hot during
the cycle.
●Should it have to be moved, proceed ith the
help of t o or three people and handle it ith the
utmost care. Never try to do this alone, because
the appliance is very heavy.
●Before loading your laundry into the machine,
make sure the drum is empty.
●Check the ater fill hose at least once a year. If
you see any cracks, replace it immediately:
during the ash cycles, high ater pressure could
cause a cracked hose to split open.
!Never use hoses that have already been used.
●In the unlikely event of something not orking -
see the Troubleshooting section.
Saving energy and respecting the
environment
Environmentally-friendly technology
If you only see a little ater through your appliance
door, this is because thanks to the latest Hotpoint
technology, your machine only needs less than half the
amount of ater to get the best results: an
objective reached to respect the environment.
Saving on detergent, water, energy and time
●To avoid asting resources, the machine should
be used ith a full load. A full load instead of t o
half loads allo s you to save up to 50% on energy.
●The pre- ash cycle is only necessary on extremely
soiled garments. Avoiding it ill save on detergent,
time, ater and bet een 5 and 15% energy.
●Treating stains ith a stain remover or leaving
them to soak before ashing ill cut do n the
need to ash them at high temperatures.
A pro gramme at 60˚C instead of 90˚C or one at
40˚C instead of 60˚C ill save up to 50% on
energy.
●Use the correct quantity of detergent, depending
on the ater hardness, ho soiled the garments
are and the amount of laundry you have, to avoid
astage and to protect the environment: despite
being biodegradable, detergents do contain
ingredients that alter the natural balance of the
environment. In addition, avoid using fabric
softener as much as possible.
●If you use your machine bet een late in the
afternoon and the early hours of the morning, you
ill help reduce the electricity board’s peak load.
Recycling and Disposal information
As part of Hotpoint’s continued commitment to
helping the environment, Hotpoint reserve the right
to use quality recycled components to keep do n
customer costs and minimise material astage.
●Please dispose of packaging and old appliances
carefully.
●To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the
door and plug - then cut off mains cable,flush ith
the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately
to ensure that the appliance can no longer be
plugged into a mains socket, and the door cannot
be locked shut.
Disposal of old electrical appliances
The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old
household electrical appliances must not be disposed
of in the normal unsorted municipal aste stream. Old
appliances must be collected separately in order to
optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials
they contain and reduce the impact on human health
and the environment.
The crossed out “ heeled bin” symbol on the
product reminds you of your obligation, that
hen you dispose of the appliance it must
be separately collected.
Consumers should contact their local authority or
retailer for information concerning the correct
disposal of their old appliance.

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Description Contents
rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
GB
Safety advice
!This machine was designed and built in compliance
with the applicable international safety regulations.
The following information is provided for your safety
and should be read carefully.
●This machine is designed for domestic use only.
●Before using your machine make sure that the TWO
transit bolts, TWO rubber grommets and TWO
spacers have been removed (see page 5).
●Any electrical ork necessary to install this
machine should be carried out by a qualified
electrician.
●Do not plug your machine into a socket hen your
hands are et.
●Do not try to modify this machine in any ay.
●Do not let children play ith the machine or ith its
controls.
●Do not lean on the door or use the door to lift or
move the machine.
●Do not ash garments that have previously been
treated ith solvents.
●Do not connect the machine to a single outlet
instantaneous ater heater.
●Do not connect the machine directly to a ater-
softening unit; use the recommended amount of
detergent for the ater hardness in your area.
●Do not overload or underload the machine. In
addition to reducing the quality of the ash, this
may also damage your laundry and the machine.
●Do not pull on the po er supply cable to unplug
the appliance from the electricity socket. Pull the
plug out.
●Do not touch the drain ater as it could reach very
high temperatures (over sink drainage).
●Never force the machine door; this could damage
the safety lock mechanism design to prevent any
accidental opening.
●In the event of a malfunction, do not under any
circumstances touch internal parts in order to
attempt repairs.
●Should it have to be moved, proceed ith the help
of t o or three people and handle it ith the
utmost care. Never try to do this alone, because
the appliance is very heavy.
●Before loading your laundry into the machine, make
sure the drum is empty.
Models WT761, WT746, WT741
and WT721
59.5cm ide
Dimensions 85cm high
60cm deep
Capacity From 1 to 7kg
Electric Voltage 220/240 50Hz
connections Max absorbed po er 1700W-2100W
Water Maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
connections Minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
Drum capacity 58 litres
Spin Speed up to 1600 rpm - WT761
up to 1400 rpm - WT746, WT741
up to 1200 rpm - WT721
Control 60˚C cotton (programme 4)
programme ith Wash Enhance
according to - run ith a 7kg load
IEC60456
This appliance is compliant ith the
follo ing European Community
Directives:
- 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC
(Lo Voltage) and subsequent amendments.
- 89/336/EEC,92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent
amendments.
Technical Details Chart

Something Wrong? - Troubleshooting
If your machine seems not to be orking, GO through the follo ing troubleshooting suggestions BEFORE you call your
Service Centre (see Service).
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The machine won’t start:
(Nothing lights up on the
control panel).
Lights/Display illuminate on
the control panel but the
wash cycle will not start.
The machine fails to fill with
water.
The machine does not drain
or spin (during the first wash
cycle, after installation).
The machine does not drain
or spin (although it has
drained/spun during
previous wash cycles).
The programme takes a long
time.
There is too much foam in the
drum during the wash cycle.
Steam is coming from the
dispenser drawer.
●Check the appliance is fully plugged into the socket and s itched on.
●Is the socket ok? Try another appliance in the socket to check.
●Is the fuse in the plug ok? If not, replace it, fuse must be 13 Amps (see Care and Maintenance).
●There has been a po er failure - Check another electrical device in your home to see if this is
the case.
●The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.
●The Start/Cancel button has not been pressed, for at least 3 seconds - Press and hold the
Start/Cancel button until the machine starts to operate.
●The appliance door is not shut properly - Close the door firmly and try the machine again.
●The Start/Cancel button has not been pressed, for at least 3 seconds - Press and hold the
Start/Cancel button until the machine starts to operate.
●The cold ater supply tap is not turned on - (H20 is displayed).
●Have you selected Time Delay (see
Programmes and Option Modifiers ).
●The Start/Cancel button has not been pressed, for at least 3 seconds - Press and hold the
Start/Cancel button until the machine starts to operate.
●Is H20 displayed on the control panel? This indicates the machine has failed to take in ater
(see Installation) - Check that:
- The cold ater inlet hose is connected to the tap.
- The hose is not kinked.
- The cold ater supply tap is turned on - Ensure that it is turned fully on.
- The ater pressure is sufficient (see
Technical Details Chart ).
- The inlet filter is not blocked... Turn off the ater, unscre the fill hose at the back of
the appliance then remove and clean the filter.
Note: Modern machines use less water and the water taken into the machine is automatically
adjusted depending on the load in the drum. For this reason, you may not always be able to
see water in the drum: But if the load is ‘wet’ and the machine completes the wash cycle
then the amount of water into the machine is sufficient.
●Has the drain hose been installed correctly (see Installation).
●Are the drain hose, standpipe or undersink connections blocked?
Note: If the drain hose is connected to an undersink ‘U’ trap - Check that the sink trap
blanking plug was removed before the drain hose was connected. This is the most common
installation fault.
●Is the drain hose kinked or squashed - Check the hose at the back of the machine.
●Carry out the additional checks listed belo ...
●There has been an unbalanced load in the drum and the machine could not spin - Try the
machine again ith a different ash load (see ‘ Automatic Features’, Programmes and Option
modifiers).
●Has the ‘Rinse Hold’ option been selected? ‘Rinse Hold’ indicator light ill flash.
- To complete the paused programme press either the Start/Cancel button or the
Rinse Hold button (see Programmes and Option modifiers).
●Your machine is fitted ith a filter system for the pump - This filter may have become blocked
(see Care and Maintenance for details of ho to remove any blockage from the pump filter).
●If the machine completes the ash cycle, it is unlikely there is a problem.
●Check the programme table to be sure the programme you have selected is that most suited for
your needs - The table also gives an indication of approximate programme times you can expect.
Note: The programme times listed in the rogramme Table are approximate.
Options selected can affect the programme times
(see Programmes and Option Modifiers ).
The wash load, temperature and pressure of the incoming water supply can cause some
variation in the programme times.
●Check that the detergent you have used is suitable for ‘Automatic’ machines.
●Refer to the detergent manufacturers recommendations to ensure that you have not used
too much detergent.
●If you have used the rong type of detergent (or too much), select a Rinse programme to
flush out your machine.
●This is not a fault, e have designed the machine to release steam from the dra ers during
hot ashes.
Section 1: All Ultima Models - General Troubleshooting
roblem: ossible causes / Solution:

Something Wrong? - Troubleshooting
Your machine carries out automatic checks at various stages of the ash cycles - Error messages ill be displayed on the
control panel and digital display to indicate there is something rong.
The error message displayed is dependent upon hich machine you have:
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rogrammes
and Option
Modifiers
Control anel
Features
Installation Detergents
and Laundry Care and
Maintenance recautions
and Advice
Something
Wrong? -
Troubleshooting Service
GB
‘H20’ flashing in the display.
Display shows ‘door’.
‘Wash Enhance’ and ‘Rinse
Hold’ and ‘Mini Load’ option
indicator lights flashing on
the control panel
This indicates that the machine has failed to take in water (see Installation).
Check that:
●that the cold ater inlet hose is connected to the cold ater supply tap.
●the cold ater inlet hose is not kinked.
●the cold ater supply tap is turned on - Ensure it is turned fully on.
●the ater pressure is sufficient (see
Technical Details Chart ).
This indicates that the door is not closed properly.
●Close the door firmly and try the machine again.
This indicates that the machine failed to drain, possibly because the pump filter is blocked.
●Your machine is fitted ith a filter system for the pump - This filter may have become
blocked (see Care and Maintenance) for details of ho to remove any blockage from the
pump filter.
Error message:
The machine makes a noise or
vibrates too much during the
spin cycle.
The machine leaks:
Not all the detergent has
been flushed out of the
dispenser drawer.
The dispenser drawer will
not close properly or is
collecting water.
●The transit fixings may not have been removed correctly (see Installation ‘Remove the
transit fixings’) - Failure to remove all the parts of the transit fixings ill cause the
machine to vibrate excessively during spin.
Note: There are TWO transit fixings that need to be removed - two bolts, two washers,
two rubber grommets and two nylon spacers.
●The machine is not level (see Installation) - Adjust the feet so that the machine stands firm on the
floor (ie, it does not rock) and ensure the machine is level from front to back and from side to side.
●The machine is closed in, bet een furniture cabinets and the all (see Installation).
●Perhaps the machine as attempting to spin an unbalanced load - Try the machine again
ith a different ash load.
●When you sort your laundry into ash groups, check all loose items, such as coins are
removed from the laundry. Check the drum at the end of each cycle and remove any loose
items (coins etc).
Note: ‘Super Silent’ refers to wash sound level only - there will always be some motor
and drum noise during spin.
... from behind or underneath:
●Check each end of the cold ater inlet hose, ensuring connections at both ends are tight
and not leaking (see
Installation ).
●Depending on the installation method used (see
Installation ). Check:
- that the drain hose is firmly secured to the undersink ‘U’ trap, or...
- that the drain hose is positioned correctly into the standpipe.
●Check that your ater pressure is ithin limits (see
Technical Details Chart ).
- If too high, try turning the cold ater supply tap do n slightly and try the machine
again (see
Installation ).
... from the dispenser drawer (water leaking down the front of the machine):
●Check that the detergent dispenser is not blocked or obstructed.
- Remove the dra er from the machine and clean it (see
Care and Maintenance ).
●Check the cold ater supply tap is turned on sufficiently (see
Installation ).
●Is your ater pressure ithin limits (see
Technical Details Chart ), if it is too lo it may
not be sufficient to flush all the detergent out of the dra er.
●Check that the detergent dispenser is not blocked or obstructed.
- Remove the dra er from the machine and clean it (see
Care and Maintenance ).
Note: Are you using detergent tablets? - If yes, please check the detergent manufacturers
instructions on the side of the detergent box, not all detergent tablets are suitable for
use in the dispenser drawer some need to be placed into the machine drum with
the wash load for them to dissolve correctly.
●Check that the detergent dispenser is not blocked or obstructed.
- Remove the dra er from the machine and clean it (see
Care and Maintenance ).
Section 2: Specific Error Messages on the Control anel and Digital Display

Spare arts
This is a complex machine. Repairing it yourself or
having a non-authorised person try to repair it could
cause harm to one or more persons, could damage
the machine and could invalidate the spare parts
arranty.
Call an authorised technician if you experience problems
hile using the machine.
The spare parts have been designed exclusively for
this appliance and not for other uses.
Service
GB Before calling the Service Centre:
●Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can
solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting).
●If not, turn off the machine and call the Service
Centre closest to you.
!You ill be charged for a service engineers visit if a
problem ith your machine is caused by incorrect
installation or misuse.
Indesit Company UK Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB
Key Contacts
After Sales Service
Over 1100 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have
complete confidence in both the appliances and services e offer.
Repair Service and Information Help Desk
UK: 08709 066 066
Monday to Friday, 8am to 7.30pm
Saturday, 8.30am to 5.30pm
Sunday, 9.30am to 3.30pm
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Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
Note: Our operators ill require the follo ing information:
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Model number and Serial number can be found on the inside of the door.
Extended Warranties
UK: 08709 088 088
Monday to Sunday, 8am to 8pm
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Republic of Ireland: 0123 002 333
Genuine arts and Accessories
UK: 08709 077 077
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm
Saturday, 8.30am to 12noon
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Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413
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