Page 2 - Installation; Electric and water connections; Unpacking and levelling
2 GB Installation 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 ...
Page 4 - The first wash cycle
4 GB As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured Re...
Page 5 - Technical data
5 GB Technical data Model WMPF 742 Dimensions width 59.5 cmheight 85 cmdepth 54 cm Capacity from 1 to 7 kg Electrical connections please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)drum capacity 52 litres ...
Page 6 - Control panel
6 GB Description of the washing machine Control panel TEMPERATURE button WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB Detergent dispenser drawer ON/OFF button SPIN button START/PAUSE button and indicator light DISPLAY DELAY TIMER button OPTION button and indicator light Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense dete...
Page 7 - Display
7 GB Display The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information. The duration of the available wash cycles and the remaining time of a running cycle appear; if the DELAY TIMER option has been set, the countdown to the start of the selected wash cycle will app...
Page 8 - Running a wash cycle
8 GB Running a wash cycle 1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the button; the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in a green colour. 2. LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the porthole door. Load the laundry, making sure you do not exceed the maximum load value indicated in the table of programmes and wash...
Page 9 - Wash cycles and options; Wash options; Table of programmes and wash cycles
9 GB Wash cycles and options Wash options Timer Saver If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by up to 50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments. ! It cannot be used in conjun...
Page 10 - Detergents and laundry; Special wash cycles
10 GB Detergents and laundry Detergent dispenser drawer Successful washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmen...
Page 11 - Precautions and tips; General safety
11 GB Precautions and tips ! This washing machine was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations. The following information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully. General safety • This appliance was designed for domestic use only.• This...
Page 12 - Care and maintenance
12 GB Care and maintenance Cutting off the water and electricity supplies • Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks. • Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work....
Page 13 - Troubleshooting
13 GB Troubleshooting Your washing machine could occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Service ( see “ Service” ), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list. Problem: The machine does not switch on. The wash cycle does not start. ...
Page 15 - Assistance; Guarantee; 2 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee
15 GB Assistance Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven t...
Page 16 - After Sales Service; Hotpoint Service; Recycling & Disposal Information
16 GB 195091756.01 06/2011 - Xerox Fabriano After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access t...