Hotpoint BHWM149 manual Care and maintenance

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Care and maintenance

 

Cutting off the water and

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electricity supplies

 

_ Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle.

 

 

This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside

 

the washing machine and help to prevent leaks.

 

_ Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and

 

during all maintenance work.

Cleaning the washing machine

The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.

To access the pre-chamber:

1. unscrew the lid by rotating it anti- clockwise (see figure): a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal;

2.clean the inside thoroughly;

3.screw the lid back on.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are any cracks, it should be replaced immediately:

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Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out (see figure).

Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently.

during the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open.

￿Never use second-hand hoses.

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

_Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

Cleaning the pump

The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part.

!￿ ￿ Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance.

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Contents Instructions for use Washing MachineElectric and water connections InstallationUnpacking and levelling Connecting the drain hose First wash cycle U E Neutral N O W N Live L Green & Yellow Earth ETechnical data Instructions for the fitter 600 min Description of the washing machine and starting a wash cycle Control panelIndicator lights Starting a wash cycleWash cycles Table of wash cyclesPersonalisation Setting the temperatureSetting the spin speed FunctionsGarments requiring special care Detergents and laundryDetergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundryDisposal Precautions and tipsGeneral safety Opening the porthole door manuallyCare and maintenance Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes / SolutionsGuarantee AssistanceAfter Sales Service Page Page 195069193.03