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Installation
Choose a location
●After the machine has been installed, ensure that the mains plug and water supply valves are easily accessible.
●Make sure there is enough space for the machine. Select a space at least 600mm wide and 850mm high. Also leave enough space to open the door fully so you can load and unload it easily.
●Keep the area underneath and around the machine free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals etc.
Electricity supply
Washing machines are supplied to operate at a voltage of
The plug is already equipped with a 13A fuse which is BS 1362 ASTA approved. Any replacement must be the same rating and specification. If the fuse cover is lost, do not use the plug until it is replaced.
Electricity can be extremely dangerous. This washing machine must be earthed.
The socket outlet and the plug on the appliance must be of the same type.
Do not use multiple adapters and/or extension leads.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes:
BlueNEUTRAL
BrownLIVE
Green and Yellow EARTH
CE Appliance complies with European Directive 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and subsequent amendments.
Water supply
●The cold water pressure should be between 0.5 and 8 bar
●Do not connect the machine to a single outlet instantaneous water heater.
●The water supply tap should be accessible when the machine is installed.
●Before connecting the fill hose, check that the water is running from the water supply tap to be used.
Do not plug the
machine in and switch it on at the mains until the installation is completed.
You may be charged for
a service call if a
problem with your
machine is caused by incorrect installation.
If the mains cord on
this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is ONLY obtainable from the Hoover spares service. It must be installed by a
competent person.
Call GIAS
01204 556111
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