Hotpoint WF101 manual Care and maintenance, Changing the plug, Cleaning the pump, Moulded plug

Care and maintenance

Cleaning

!Unplug your machine when cleaning it and before all maintenance operations.

!Do not clean any part of the machine with abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, any bleach or metal polish as they may cause damage.

●Use a damp cloth or silicon polish to clean the exterior surfaces of the appliance.

●Clean the internal surface of the door bowl regularly with a soft cloth. A build up of soap powder and water hardness residue may result in water leaking from the door.

●Always leave the appliance door ajar to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

Cleaning the dispenser drawer and compartments

It is advisable to clean the dispenser drawer regularly.

!Do not try to clean any part of the dispenser drawer while the machine is running.

1. Pull out the drawer until it reaches its stop.

2. Press the drawer release button to remove the dispenser drawer (see pic).

3. Clean and dry the dispenser
drawer, syphons, grate and
fabric conditioner exit channel
(A), ensuring any build up of
detergent and fabric conditioner
is fully removed.
! Failure to do so may lead to
	A
the machine leaking from the
dispenser drawer.
Also regularly clean the
outlet pipe area (B).
4. Relocate the dispenser drawer
and push it firmly back into place.		B

Changing the plug

The wires in the power cord are coloured in accordance with the following:

Green and Yellow
(Earth) wire to terminal
marked ‘E’, symbol	,
or coloured green and
yellow.		13A ASTA approved
Blue (Neutral) wire to		fuse to BS1362.
terminal marked ‘N’ or		Brown (Live) wire to
coloured black.		terminal marked ‘L’ or
		coloured red.
Cord clamp

!If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type, then the cut-off plug must be disposed of safely.

DO NOT leave it where it can be inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.

!The power supply cord should be checked periodically and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this machine and fitted only by authorised technicians (see Service). Replacement power cords can be purchased, at an extra cost from our Genuine Parts and Accessories department or authorised dealers.

!The manufacturer denies any responsibility should any of these rules not be followed.

!If in doubt about any of the above consult a qualified electrician.

Cleaning the pump

This appliance is fitted with a self-cleaning pump that does not require any maintenance.

Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber that protects the pump.

!Make sure the wash cycle has ended and unplug the appliance.

To access the chamber:

1.Remove the kickstrip, on the

lower front of the appliance, by holding at each end and pulling towards you (see figure).

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Description
Contents
Installation
Features	ControlPanel
Modifiers	and Programmes Option
andLaundry	Detergents
Maintenance	Careand
andAdvice	Precautions

!We recommend a maintenance wash 2 or 3 times a year, to avoid a build up of greasy deposits and water hardness residue. Run the 95˚ White Cotton programme, with the normal amount of detergent but no laundry.

Moulded plug

!The plug must not be used without the fuse cover in place.

2.Unscrew the pump filter by

rotating it anti-clockwise, until it can be removed (see figure).

A little water may leak from the pump: this is perfectly normal.

Troubleshooting Wrong?- Something

If a replacement fuse holder/cover is	3.	Clean the interior thoroughly, removing any visible debris.
required, it must be of the same colour	4.	Refit by screwing the filter into place until it
coding or wording as shown on the base	reaches its ‘stop’ position.
of the plug.	5.	Refit the kickstrip, making sure that the hooks are
Replacements are available from authorised dealers.	securely in place before you push it onto the appliance.

Service

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