Hotpoint BHWDD 74 Installation, Unpacking and levelling, Electric and water connections

Installation

	! Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for
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	future reference. Should the appliance be sold, tran-
	sferred 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

! This is a separate part of the polystyrene base and should be remo- ved with the base.

! IMPORTANT check when unpacking your machine.

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 4 pro-

tective screws and the rubber bush with the respective spacer, si- tuated on the rear of the appliance (see also the installation leaflet).

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.

! 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 adju- sted correctly.

2.If the floor is not perfectly level, compensate for any unevenness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet (see figure); the an- gle of inclination, measured according to the worktop, must not exceed 2°.

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.

Electric and water connections

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Connect the supply pipe by screwing it to a cold water tap using a

3/4 gas threaded con- nection (see figure). Before performing the connection, allow the water to run freely un- til 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 applian- ce (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

(on the page 5).

1. Install the washing	! If the water inlet hose is not long enough,
	contact a specialist store or an authorised
machine on a flat sturdy
	serviceman.
floor, without resting it up
against walls, furniture	! Ensure that the supply taps are allowing wa-
cabinets or other.
	ter through. Old taps may seize in the closed
	position and thus prevent water reaching the
	machine.
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