Hotpoint WTL500P User manual

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Contents
Installation, 2-3-4-5
Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the electricity and water supplies
The first wash cycle
Technical data
Description of the washing machine
and starting a wash cycle, -7
Control panel
Indicator lights
How to open and shut the drum
Starting a wash cycle
Wash cycles, 8
Table of wash cycles
Personalisation, 9
Setting the temperature
Setting the spin speed
Functions
Detergents and laundry, 10
Detergent dispenser drawer
leach cycle
Preparing the laundry
Garments requiring special care
Load balancing system
Precautions and tips, 11
General safety
Disposal
Saving energy and respecting the environment
Care and maintenance, 12
Cutting off the water or electricity supply
Cleaning the washing machine
Caring for your appliance door and drum
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose
How to clean the detergent dispenser
Troubleshooting, 13
Assistance, 14
WTL 500
Instructions for use
WASHING MACHINE
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Installation
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 four
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.
Warning: should the screws be re-used, make sure
you fasten the shorter ones at the top.
Packaging materials are not children's toys.
Levelling
Your machine may make a considerable amount of
noise if the two front feet have not been adjusted
correctly.
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 must not exceed 2°, when measured
over the worktop.
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.
Putting your appliance in place and moving it.
If your washing
machine is equipped
with a special set of
retractable wheels you
can easy move it. To
lower the wheels and
thus move the
appliance effortlessly,
just pull the lever,
situated on the left-
hand side beneath the
base. Once the
appliance is in the required position, put the lever
back in place. The washing machine is now firmly in
place (see figure).
Electric and water connections
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Connect the straight
hose connection onto a
cold water tap with a 3/4
bsp thread (see figure).
efore 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
(see page 5).
If the water inlet hose is not long enough, contact
a specialist store or an authorised serviceman.
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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;
The drain hose may be
connected to an under-
sink trap. efore
connecting the drain
hose from the machine
ensure that any blanks
or removable ends have
been taken off the
spigot.
If it is placed over the
edge of a basin or sink
be sure the free end of
the hose is not
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.
Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a
standpipe, that the end does not go down more than
15cms (6 inches). If the hose is pushed down too far,
this may cause the machine to self -syphon ie.
continuously empty as it is filling.
Electric connection
efore 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 (see page 5);
 the supply voltage is included within the values
indicated on the Technical details table
(see 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. efore using the appliance please
read the instructions below.
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST E EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD E
CARRIED OUT Y A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Replacing the fuse:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA
approved fuse to S 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-wireable
plug bearing the SI mark of approval.
or:
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable
outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with S
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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GREEN &
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE
13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP
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 Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
Connect rown wire to terminal marked L or
coloured Red.
Connect lue wire to terminal marked N or coloured
lack.
If a 13 amp plug ( S 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 about 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 previously.
 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.
The first wash cycle
Once the appliance has been installed, and before
you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle with
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Technical data
Model WTL 500
Dimensions
width 40 cm
height 85 cm
depth 60 cm
Capacity from 1 to 5 kg
Electrical
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 42 litres
Spin speed up to 1000 rotations per minute
Energy rated
programmes
according to
regulation
EN 045
programme 1; temperature 60°C;
using a load of 5 kg.
This appliance conforms to the
following EC Directives:
- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent modifications
- 2002/96/EC
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Indicator lights
The indicator lights provide important information.
This is what they can tell you:
Delayed start
If the DELAY TIMER function has been activated (see
Personalisation), after the wash cycle has been
started the indicator light corresponding to the
selected delay period will begin to flash:
As time passes, the remaining delay will be displayed
and the corresponding indicator light will flash:
Once the set delay has elapsed, the flashing indicator
light will switch off and the selected wash cycle will begin.
Wash cycle phase indicator lights
Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and
has begun, the indicator lights switch on one by one
to indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in
progress.
ON/OFFbutton: switches the washing machine 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 (see Personalisation).
SPIN SPEED knob: sets the spin speed or exclude
the spin cycle completely (see Personalisation).
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/DELAY TIMER
indicator light s:used to monitor the progress of the
wash cycle. The illuminated indicator light shows
which phase is in progress.
If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time
remaining until the wash cycle starts will be indicated
(see next page).
LID LOCKED indicator light: indicates whether the
door may be opened or not (see next page).
START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts or
temporarily interrupts the wash cycles.
N.B. 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 LID
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 this button again.
Description of the washing machine
and starting a wash cycle
TEMPERATURE
knob
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/
DELAY TIMER
indicator lights
FUNCTION
buttons with
indicator lights
ON/OFF button
SPIN SPEED
knob
LID LOCKED
indicator light
START/PAUSE
button with indicator
light
Control panel
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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 a function which is incompatible with another
function selected previously, only the most recent
selection will remain active.
Lid 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 (it will take
about three minutes) before you open the appliance door.
N.B. If the DELAY TIMER function is activated, the door
cannot be opened; pause the machine by pressing the
START/PAUSE button if you wish to open it.
 If the START/PAUSE indicator light (orange) flashes
rapidly at the same time as the function indicator
light, this indicates a problem has occurred (see
Troubleshooting).
How to open and to close the drum
Wash
Rinse
Spin
Drain
End of wash cycle
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
A) Opening (Fig. 1):
Lift the external lid and open it completely.
B) Opening the drum (Soft opening):
With one finger, push the button indicated in fig.
and the drum will open delicately.
C) Loading the washing machine (Fig. 3).
D) Shutting (Fig. 4):
- close the drum fully by first shutting the front
door followed by the rear one;
- then ensure the hooks on the front door are
perfectly housed within the seat of the rear door;
- after the hooks have clicked into position, press
both doors lightly downwards to make sure they
do not come loose;
- finally shut the external lid.
E) Drum End Stop (Fig. 2):
Once the wash cycle has been completed, the drum
will position itself with doors facing upward for ease pf
opening.
Starting a wash cycle
1. Switch the washing machine 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.
2. Load the laundry, close the door and the lid.
3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired
programme.
4. Set the washing temperature (see
Personalisation).
5. Set the spin speed (see Personalisation).
6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives
(see Detergents and laundry).
7. Select the desired functions.
8. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/
PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light
will remain lit in a fixed manner, 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 indicator light
will switch on. The LID LOCKED indicator light will
switch off, indicating that the door may be opened.
Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door
ajar to make sure the drum dries completely.
Switch the washing machine off by pressing the ON/
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Wash cycles
Table of wash cycles
Eco Wash cycles
The Eco Cycles assure energy saving by eliminating the need to heat the water and its an advantage both to your
energy bill and the environment!
These innovative Eco programmes (Cotton, Synthetics and Fast Wash) are available for various fabrics and different
quantity of garments; they have been designed to guarantee a high cleaning action even at low temperature and can
be used for lightly to medium soiled loads.
Eco Cycles give the best results thanks to an intensified wash action, water optimization and are carried out in the
same average time of a standard cycle.
For the best washing results with Eco programmes we recommend the usage of a liquid detergent.
Eco Cycles have been tested and validated by an external laboratory (CTTN-IREN) in terms of performance and
consumptions.
Description of the wash cycle
ax.
temp.
(°C)
ax.
speed
(rpm)
Bleach
Detergents ax.
load
(kg)
Cycle
duration
Wash Fabric
softener
Essentials cycles
1Cottons: extremely soiled whites. 90° 1000 -ll 5 145
1Cottons (1): extremely soiled whites. 60° 1000 -ll 5 148
2Cottons: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60° 1000 ll l 5138
2Cottons (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1000 ll l 5123
3Coloureds (3): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1000 ll l 589
4Synthetics 50°: heavily soiled resistant colours. 50° 800 -ll
2,5 82
5Fastwash 60': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly
(not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand). 60° 1000 -ll
2,5 60
Specials cycles
Baby cycle: heavily soiled delicate colours. 40° 800 -ll 2 116
Shirts 40° 600 -ll 269
Lingerie cycle 30° 600 -ll 179
Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 600 -ll 155
Silk: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30° 0 -ll 155
Eco cycle
Cottons Cold
Water 1000 -ll 385
Synthetics Cold
Water 800 -ll
2,5 77
Fast Wash Cold
Water 800 -ll
2,5 30
Partials wash cycles
Rinse -1000 l-l536
Spin -1000 - - - 516
Pump out -0- - - 52
The information contained in the table is intended as a guide only.
For all Test Institutes:
1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 60°C.
2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 2 with a temperature of 40°C.
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Setting the temperature
Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles).
The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ).
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the
maximum value set for each wash cycle.
Setting the spin speed
Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle.
The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows:
Wash cycles aximum spin speed
Cottons 1000 rpm
Synthetics 800 rpm
Wool 600 rpm
Silk drain only
The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol .
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed which is higher than the
maximum speed set for each wash cycle.
Functions
The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time.
To activate the functions:
1. Press the button corresponding to the desired function;
2. The function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated.
Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in
conjunction with the selected wash cycle.
Delay timer
This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.
Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. The fifth time
the button is pressed, the function will be disabled.
N.B. Once you have pressed the START/PAUSE button, the delay time may only be decreased if you wish to modify it.
This option is enabled with all programmes.
Reduced creases
y selecting this function, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. At
the end of the cycle the washing machine will perform slow rotations of the drum.
For the 4, , wash cycle, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking, the REDUCED CREASES
and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash (orange) and the RINSE phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. To drain
the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the REDUCED CREASES button.
 This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles , , , , , , .
Extra rinse
y selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is
particularly useful for sensitive skin.
 This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles , , .
Super Wash
ecause a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and because of the increased cycle
duration, this function offers a high-performance wash.
 This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 5, , , , , , , , , .
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Detergents and laundry
Detergent dispenser drawer
Good 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 a 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
compartment 2:
Detergent for the
wash cycle (powder
or liquid)
It is recommended that you place liquid detergent
directly into the compartment using the appropriate
dosing cup.
compartment 3: Additives (softener, etc.)
When pouring the softener in compartment 3, avoid
exceeding the "max" level indicated.
The softener is added automatically into the machine
during the last wash. At the end of the wash
programme, some water will be left in compartment
3. This is used for the inlet of denser fabric softeners
into the machine, i.e. to dilute the more concentrated
softeners. Should more than a normal amount of
water remain in compartment 3, this means the
emptying device is blocked. For cleaning instructions,
see Care and maintenance.
compartment 4: Bleach
Bleach cycle
leaching may only be performed in conjunction with
wash cycles 2, 3, .
Pour the bleach into compartment 4; pour the
detergent and softener into the corresponding
compartments, then select one of the
abovementioned wash cycles.
This option is recommended only for very soiled
cotton garments.
Preparing the laundry
 Divide the laundry according to:
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label
- the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.
 Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.
 Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the
weight of the laundry when dry:
Durable fabrics: max. 5 kg
Synthetic fabrics: max. 2,5 kg
Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg
Wool: max. 1 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 900-1200 g
1 towel 150-250 g
Garments requiring special care
Baby cycle: this wash cycle can be used to
remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while
ensuring that all detergent is removed from nappies in
order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from
suffering allergies. The cycle has been designed to
reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater
quantity of water and optimising the effect of special
disinfecting additives added to the detergent.
Shirts: use special wash cycle to wash shirts in
various fabrics and colours.
It guarantees maximum care is taken of the garments
and minimises the formation of creases.
Lingerie cycle: for undergarments of any colour, in
any fabric. Use special wash cycle .
Wool: Hotpoint is the only washing machine
manufacturer to have been awarded the prestigious
Woolmark Platinum Care endorsement (M.0508) by
the Woolmark Company, which means that all
woollen garments may be washed in the washing
machine, even those which state hand wash only
on the label. Wash cycle therefore offers
complete peace of mind when washing woollen
garments in the washing machine (max. load 1 kg)
and guarantees optimal performance.
Silk: use special wash cycle to wash all silk
garments. We recommend the use of special detergent
which has been designed to wash delicate clothes.
Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow
case or mesh bag. Use wash cycle .
Load balancing system
efore every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations
and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the
drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly
greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after
several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly,
the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the
load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine
performs the distribution process instead of spinning.
To encourage improved load distribution and balance,
we recommend small and large garments are mixed
in the load.