Hotpoint HE7F451 manual Unpacking and levelling, Electric and water connections, Installation

Installation

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

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.

Unpacking

!This is a separate part of the polystyre- ne base and should be removed with the base.

!IMPORTANT check when unpacking your 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 connection (see figu-

re).

Before performing the connection, allow the

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, situated on the rear of the appliance (see also the installation leaflet). 4. Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provi- ded.

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 adjusted correctly.

1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without resting it up against walls, cabinets or anything else.

water to run freely until 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 ap- pliance (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).

!If the water inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialist store or an authorised serviceman.

!Ensure that the supply taps are allowing wa- ter through. Old taps may seize in the closed position and thus prevent water reaching the machine.

!Never use second-hand or old inlet hoses; use the products supplied with the machine.

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