Hotpoint WF 561 P User manual

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English, 1
Contents
Installation, 2-3-4-5
Unpacking and levelling
Electric and water connections
The first wash cycle
Technical details
Washing machine description, 6-7
Control panel
Leds
tarting and Programmes, 8
Briefly: how to start a programme
Programme table
Personalisations, 9
Setting the temperature
Setting the spin speed
Functions
Detergents and laundry, 10
Detergent dispenser
Preparing your laundry
Special items
Woolmark Platinum Care
Precautions and advice, 11
eneral safety
Disposal
Saving energy and respecting the environment
Care and maintenance, 12
Cutting off the water or electricity supply
Cleaning your appliance
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Caring for your appliance door and drum
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose
Troubleshooting, 13
Assistance, 14
WA HING MACHINE
WF 561 P
Instructions for use
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Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold,
transferred or moved, make sure the instruction
manual accompanies the washing machine to inform
the new owner as to its operation and features.
Read these instructions carefully: they contain
vital information on installation, use and safety.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Unpack the washing machine.
2. Check whether the washing machine has been
damaged during transport. If this is the case, do
not install it and contact your retailer.
3. Remove the 4
protective screws and
the rubber washer with
the respective spacer,
situated on the rear of
the appliance (see
figure).
4. Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provided.
5. Keep all the parts: you will need them again if
the washing machine needs to be moved to
another location.
Packaging materials are not children's toys.
Levelling
1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy
floor, without resting it up against walls, furniture
cabinets or other.
2. If the floor is not
perfectly level, com-
pensate for any
unevenness by
tightening or loosening
the adjustable front
feet (see figure); the
angle of inclination,
measured according to
the worktop, must not
exceed 2°.
Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it
with stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and
shifting during operation. 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
washing machine.
Electric and water connections
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Insert seal A into the
end of the inlet hose
and screw the latter
onto a cold water tap
with a 3/4 gas threaded
mouth (see figure).
Before making the
connection, allow the
water to run freely
until it is perfectly
clear.
2. Connect the other end
of the water inlet hose
to the washing machine,
screwing it onto the
appliance's cold water
inlet, situated on the top
right-hand side on the
rear of the appliance
(see figure).
3. Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the
hose.
The water pressure at the tap must be within
the values indicated in the Technical details
table (on the page 5);
If the water inlet hose is not long enough,
contact a specialist store or an authorised
serviceman.
Installation
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Connecting the drain hose
Connect the drain
hose, without bending
it, to a draining duct or
a wall drain situated
between 65 and 100 cm
from the floor;
alternatively, place it
over the edge of a
basin, sink or tub,
fastening the duct
supplied to the tap
(see figure). The free
end of the hose should
not be underwater.
 We advise against the use of hose extensions; in
case of absolute need, the extension must have
the same diameter as the original hose and must
not exceed 150 cm in length.
Electric connection
Before plugging the appliance into the mains
socket, make sure that:
 the socket is earthed and in compliance with
the applicable law;
 the socket is able to sustain the appliance's
maximum power load indicated in the Technical
details table (on the page 5);
 the supply voltage is included within the values
indicated on the Technical details table
(on the page 5);
 the socket is compatible with the washing
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace
the socket or the plug.
Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused
plug it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for
immediate use. Before using the appliance please
read the instructions below.
WARNIN - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWIN OPERATIONS SHOULD BE
CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Replacing the fuse:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA
approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used,
and the fuse cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is
lost, the plug must not be used until a
replacement is obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of
the correct colour as indicated by the coloured
marking or the colour that is embossed in words
on the base of the plug. Replacements can be
obtained directly from your nearest Service
Depot.
Removing the plug:
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded
plug and you should wish to re-route the mains
cable through partitions, units etc., please ensure
that either:
the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-
wearable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.
or:
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp
cable outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance
with BS 5733) which is accessible without moving
the appliance.
Disposing of the plug:
Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself,
you make the pins unusable so that it cannot be
accidentally inserted into a socket.
Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative
plug:
Important: the wires in the mains lead are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green & Yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live
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As the colours of the wires in the lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifyng
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect reen & Yellow wire to terminal marked E
or or coloured reen or reen & Yellow.
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or
coloured Red.
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or
coloured Black.
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted
with a 13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or
at the distribution board.
If you are in any doubt the electrical supply to your
machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.
How to connect an alternative plug:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN LIVE (L)
GREEN & YELLOW EARTH (E)
Disposing of the appliance:
When disposing of the appliance please remove
the plug by cutting the mains cable as close as
possible to the plug body and dispose of it as
described above.
 The washing machine should not be installed in an
outdoor environment, not even when the area is
sheltered, because it may be very dangerous to
leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms.
 When the washing machine is installed, the mains
socket must be within easy reach.
 Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.
 The power supply cable must never be bent or
dangerously compressed.
 The power supply cable must only be replaced by
an authorised serviceman.
Warning! The company denies all liability if and
when these norms are not respected.
GREEN &
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE
13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP
The first wash cycle
Once the appliance has been installed, and before
you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle with
detergent and no laundry, setting the A
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Technical details
Model WF 561 P
Dimensions
59.5 cm wide
85 cm high
53.5 cm deep
Capacity from 1 to 6 kg
Electric
connections
please refer to the technical data
plate fixed to the machine
Water
connections
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 52 litres
pin speed up to 1600 rpm
Control
programmes
according to
EN 60456
directive
programme 3; temperature 60°C;
run with a load of 6 kg.
This appliance is compliant with the
following European Community
Directives:
- 73/23/CEE of 19/02/73
(Low Voltage) and subsequent
amendments
- 89/336/CEE of 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent amendments
- 2002/96/CE

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Control panel
Washing machine description
Detergent dispenser
ON/OFF
Button
TART
Button
VARIABLE
TEMPERATURE
Knob
WA H
PROGRAMME
Knob
Leds
FUNCTION
Buttons
ON-OFF/DOOR LOCKED
Led
Detergent dispenser:to add detergent and
fabric softener (see page 10).
LED : to find out which wash cycle phase is under
way.
If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time
left until the programme starts will be indicated
(see page 7).
VARIABLE PIN PEED knob: to set the spin
speed or exclude the spin cycle completely (see
page 9).
FUNCTION buttons: to select the functions
available. The button corresponding to the
function selected will remain on.
VARIABLE TEMPERATURE knob: to set the
temperature or the cold wash cycle (see page 9).
ON/OFF button: to turn the washing machine on
and off.
TART button: to start the programmes or
cancel any incorrect settings.
ON-OFF/DOOR LOCKED Led: to find out
whether the washing machine is on and if the
appliance door can be opened (see page 7).
WA H PROGRAMME knob: to select the wash
programmes. The knob stays still during the cycle.
VARIABLE
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ON-OFF/DOOR LOCKED led:
If this LED is on, the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid any
damages, wait for the LED to flash before you open the appliance door.
 The rapid flashing of the ON-OFF/DOOR LOCKED Led together with the flashing of at least one other LED
indicates there is an abnormality (see page 13).
Leds
The LEDS provide important information.
This is what they can tell you:
Delay set:
If the Delay Start function has been enabled (see
page. 11), once you have started the programme,
the LED corresponding to the delay set will begin
to flash:
As time passes, the remaining delay will be
displayed, and the corresponding LED will flash:
Once the set delay is complete, the flashing LED
will turn off and the programme set will start.
Cycle phase under way:
During the wash cycle, the LEDs gradually illumi-
nate on to indicate the cycle phase under way:
Prewash
Wash
Rinse
Spin
Note: during draining, the LED corresponding to
the Spin cycle phase will be turned on.
Function buttons
The FUNCTION BUTTONS also act like LEDS.
When a function is selected, the corresponding
button is illuminated.
If the function selected is incompatible with the
programme set, the button will flash and the
function will not be enabled.
If you set a function that is incompatible with
another function you selected previously, only the
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Type of fabric an egree of soil Program-
mes
Wash
temp.
Detergent Fabric
softener
Cycle
length
(minutes)
Description of wash cycle
Pre-
wash Wash
Cottons
Extremely soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 1Max    155 Pre-wash, wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Extremely soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 2Max   150 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled whites and fast
colours 360°C   130 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled whites and fast
colours 440°C   85 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
Slightly soiled whites and delicate
colours (shirts, jumpers, etc.) 530°C   65 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
ynthetics
Heavily soiled fast colours
(baby linen, etc.) 660°C   83 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Heavily soiled fast colours
(baby linen, etc.) 750°C   72 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-crease
or delicate spin cycle
Delicate colours (all types of
slightly soiled garments) 840°C   65 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-crease
or delicate spin cycle
Delicate colours (all types of
slightly soiled garments) 930°C   30 Wash cycle, rinse cycles and delicate
spin cycle
Delicates
Wool 10 40°C   50 Wash cycle, rinse cycles and delicate
spin cycle
Very delicate fabrics
(curtains, silk, viscose, etc.) 11 30°C   45 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-crease
or draining cycle
Partial Programmes
Rinses & Fast Spin Rinse cycles and spin cycle
Rinses & Slow Spin Rinse cycles, anti-crease or draining
Fast Spin Draining and heavy duty spin cycle
Slow Spin Draining and delicate spin cycle
Pump Out Draining
tarting and Programmes
Programme table
Notes
For the anti-crease function: see Easy iron, opposite page. The information contained in the table is purely indicative.
pecial programme
Daily ash 30 (programme 9 for Synthetics) is designed to wash lightly soiled garments in a short amount of
time: it only lasts 30 minutes and allows you to save on both time and energy. By setting this programme (9 at
30°C), you can wash different fabrics together (except for woollen and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg.
We recommend the use of liquid detergent.
Briefly: starting a programme
1. Switch the washing machine on by pressing ON/OFF
button . All the LEDS will light up for a few
seconds and the ON-OFF/DOOR LOCKED Led will
begin to flash.
2. Load your laundry into the washing machine and
shut the appliance door.
3. Set the WASH PRO RAMME knob to the
programme required.
4. Set the wash temperature (see page 9).
5. Set the spin speed (see page 9).
6. Add the detergent and any fabric softener (see
page 10).
7. Start he programme by pressing the START
button. To cancel it, keep the START button
pressed for at least 2 seconds.
8. When the programme is finished, the ON-OFF/
DOOR LOCKED Led will flash to indicate that the
appliance door can be opened. Take out your
laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to
allow the drum to dry thoroughly. Turn the
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Function Effect Comments Enable with
programmes:
Delay
Timer
Delays the
start of the
wash by up to 9
hours.
Press the button repeatedly until the LED corresponding to
the desired delay is turned on.
The fifth time the button is pressed, the function will be
disabled.
N.B.: Once you have pressed the START button, the delay can
only be decreased if you wish to modify it.
All
Super
Wash
Allows for an
impeccable wash,
visibly whiter
than a standard
Class A wash.
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8.
Easy Iron
This option
reduces the
amount of
creasing on
fabrics, making
them easier to
iron.
When this function is set, programmes 6, 7, 8, 11 and "Rinses &
Slow Spin" will end with the laundry left to soak (Anti-crease)
and the Rinse cycle phase LED will flash.
- to conclude the cycle, press the START button;
- to run the draining cycle alone, set the knob to the relative
programme and press the START button.
All
programmes
except for
1, 2, 9, 10 an
Pump Out.
Extra
Rinse
Increases the
efficiency of
the rinse.
Recommended when the appliance has a full load or with large
quantities of detergent.
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8 an
Rinses.
Personalisations
etting the temperature (Variable Temperature )
Turn the VARIABLE TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Programme table on page 8).
The temperature can be lowered, or even set to a cold wash (Cold).
etting the spin speed (Variable Spin speed)
Turn the VARIABLE SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the programme selected.
The maximum spin speeds for each programme are as follows:
Programmes Maximum spin speed
Cottons 1600 rpm
Synthetics 800 rpm
Wool 600 rpm
Silk no
The spin speed can be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting No Spin.
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed higher than the maximum
speed for each programme.
Note: to avoid excessive vibrations, before every spin cycle the machine distributes the load in a uniform manner
by continuously rotating the drum at a speed hich is slightly faster than the normal ashing speed.
When, despite repeated attempts, the load is still not evenly distributed, the machine spins at a lo er speed
than the set frequency.
If the load is excessively unbalanced, the machine attempts to distribute it instead of spinning.
The balancing attempts may extend the total duration of the cycle, up to a maximum of 10 minutes.
Functions
To enable a function:
1. press the button corresponding to the desired function, according to the table below;
2. the function is enabled when the corresponding button is illuminated.
Note: The rapid flashing of the button indicates that the corresponding function cannot be selected for the
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Detergent dispenser
ood washing results also depend on the correct
dose of detergent: adding too much detergent
won't necessarily make for a more efficient wash,
and may in fact cause build up on the interior of
your appliance and even pollute the environment.
Open up the detergent
dispenser and pour in
the detergent and
fabric softener, as
follows.
compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash
(powder)
compartment 2: Detergent for the wash
cycle (powder or liquid)
Liquid detergent should only be poured in
immediately prior to the wash cycle start.
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)
The fabric softener should not overflow from the
grid.
 Do not use hand wash detergent because it may
form too much foam.
Preparing your laundry
Divide your laundry according to:
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label.
- the colours: separate coloured garments
from whites.
Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons.
Do not exceed the weight limits stated below,
which refer to the weight when dry:
Sturdy fabrics: max 6 kg
Synthetic fabrics: max 2.5 kg
Delicate fabrics: max 2 kg
Wool: max 1,5 kg
How much does your laundry weigh?
1 sheet 400-500 g
1 pillow case 150-200 g
1 tablecloth 400-500 g
1 bathrobe 900-1.200 g
1 towel 150-250 g
pecial items
Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow
case or mesh bag. Wash them separately without
exceeding half the appliance load. Use programme
11 which excludes the spin cycle automatically.
Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are
padded with goose or duck down, they can be
machine-washed. Turn the garments inside out
and load a maximum of 2-3 kg, repeating the rinse
cycle once or twice and using the delicate spin
cycle.
Trainers: remove any mud. They can be washed
together with jeans and other tough garments,
but not with whites.
Wool: for best results, use a specific detergent,
taking care not to exceed a load of 1,5 kg.
Woolmark Platinum Care
As gentle as a hand wash.
Hotpoint sets a new standard of superior
performance that has been endorsed by
The Woolmark Company with the prestigious
Woolmark Platinum Care brand. Look for the
Woolmark Platinum Care logo on the washing
machine to ensure you can safely and effectively
wash wool garments labelled as "hand wash"
(M.0303):
Set programme 10 for all "Hand wash"
(max 1,5 kg) garments, using the appropriate
detergent.
Detergents and laundry
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