iii. Connect to the Water Supply...
●Water taps and standpipe should be situated away from the rear of appliance but in easy access for turning on and off.
●For your machine to operate correctly it requires water pressures in the range of
●Connect the hoses to the water supply pipes at the rear of the appliance and onto the water supply taps (Red end fitting to the hot water supply and adjacent to ‘H’ on the rear of the appliance and White end fitting to the cold water supply and adjacent to ‘C’ on the rear of the appliance). Remember to insert a sealing washer (A) to ensure each connection is watertight.
Fit securely and turn on the water supply to check for leaks.
If there is a leak, turn off the water supply, remove the connector and check that the sealing washer is in place. Refit the connector and tighten it. Turn on the water supply.
Note: Do not over tighten the water supply pipe connection. Hand tight should be sufficient.
We recommend you use the new hoses provided with your appliance to ensure correct connections and prevent leaks.
WARNING
●Do not connect appliance to a single outlet instantaneous water heater.
If the fill hoses are too short:
Longer fill hoses are available from our Genuine Parts and
Accessories Mail Order Hotline
UK on 08709 077 077
(or in the Republic of Ireland on (01) 842 6836).
Remove the existing fill hoses from the inlet valves on the back of the machine and fit the new longer fill hoses as shown with the angled ends of the hoses connected to the machine.
If you have no hot water supply or your hot water pressure is low:
A cold fill adaptor and fitting instructions are available from your local Hotpoint authorised Service Centre or by calling the Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline
UK on 08709 077 077
(or in the Republic of Ireland on (01) 842 6836).
A cold fill adaptor
Remember you may be charged for a service call if a problem with your appliance is caused by incorrect installation or misuse.
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