John Lewis Comprehensive Guide for Hoover VHC680F Manual and Washer/Dryer Connections
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Electrical connection

Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.

Should the appliance power supply cableneed to be replaced, this must be carriedout by a Service Force agent (see page 28).

Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance’s rating plate. The rating plate is located at the top of the rim of the open door.

The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted. In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13amp ASTA approved (BS1363/A) fuse must be used.

Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason, proceed as described below.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow

Blue

Brown

GREEN & YELLOW

E

 

13 A

N

L

 

BROWN

BLUE

 

 

CORD CLAMP

P1041

 

 

 

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in themains lead of your appliance may not correspond with themarkings identifying the terminals in your plug.

Proceed as follows:

1.The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter

«E» or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.

2.The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked «N» or coloured black.

3.The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked «L» or coloured red.

4.Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath.

WARNING:

A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely.

The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the appliance.

The appliance should not be connected to the electrical supply by means of anextension cable

Permanent connection

In the case of permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations.

The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.

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Contents Jlbiwm Use InstallationChild Safety Environmental Information Maintenance and Cleaning ServiceMaterials marked with the symbol are recyclable Ecological hintsContents Prewash Main wash Fabric softener Child safety featureDescription of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawerWashing InstallationTechnical Specifications Drain hose discharging into a sink Installation on a Suspended FloorUnpacking PositioningAppliance must be connected to a cold water supply Water inletWater drainage Into a drainage standpipeOnto a sink outlet spigot LevellingInterest of the environment Special conditionsPermanent connection «E» or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellowElectrical connection Hinges Preparation and assembly of the doorBuilding-in DoorDrill four fixing holes see Fig. G Mounting the doorCounter-magnet Hardwood strip Spin button Control PanelDetergent dispenser drawer Mains-on light On/Off buttonCompartment marked Prewash Delay start buttonStain button Quiet buttonFollowing pieces of information are shown on the display Reset/cancellation of the programmeStart/Pause button Display Programme timeProgramme selector dial Programme phase indicator lightsEasy iron Programme informationMeasure out the detergent Switch the machine onLoad the laundry Select the desired options Select the Delay startHow to change an option or a programme during its cycle Select the spin speed or the Rinse hold optionLeave the door ajar in order to air the machine How to interrupt a programmeEnd of programme Level of the water is not highBath robe Hints & Tips on Washing1000g = 1 kg SheetImportant Notes Wash Care SymbolsWashing programmes Rinse Off ResetConsumptions Programme SoakMaintenance and Cleaning Emergency emptying out Cleaning the water inlet filterSomething Not Working Door will not open Unsatisfactory washing resultsMachine vibrates when SpinningAlways insist on genuine spare parts Repairs After Sales Service09/06 132 979

JLBIWM1401 specifications

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