Hotpoint Washer Dryer WT540 User Manual

Washing Machine Programme Guide  
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Contents  
WASHING MACHINE  
Wash Labels Explained, 2  
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Washing Machine Description, 4,5  
Aquarius  
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Programmes and Option Modifiers, 6-11  
Special features  
Option modifiers  
Programme table  
Starting a wash programme  
A typical wash load  
Automatic features  
Troubleshooting, 12-13  
Problems and solutions  
Safety Advice, 14  
Disposal of old electrical appliances  
Technical Details, 15  
Service, 16  
Before calling for assistance  
Spare parts  
Key Contacts  
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Washing Machine  
Description  
Aquarius  
GB  
On/Off  
button  
Start/Cancel  
button  
Status indicator  
lights  
Option  
buttons  
Programme listing  
Detergent dispenser  
drawer  
Variable Temperature  
dial  
Programme selector  
dial  
Variable Spin Speed  
dial  
Aquarius control panel features  
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Programme listing: To consult a straight forward chart of the different programmes available.  
Option buttons: To select the options available (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers).  
Variable Temperature dial: To reduce the selected programmes wash temperature.  
Variable Spin Speed dial: To reduce the selected programmes spin speed.  
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On/Off button: To turn the washing machine on and off.  
Start/Cancel button: To start the programme or to cancel it, if incorrect settings were selected.  
Programme selector dial: To select the programme you require. The knob stays still during the cycle.  
Status indicator lights: Shows if the door is locked (when lit, the door cannot be opened) and the stage of  
the programme that the machine has reached (wash, rinse or spin).  
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Washing Machine  
Description  
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Aquarius  
GB  
Start/Cancel  
button  
On/Off  
button  
Status indicator  
lights  
Option  
buttons  
Programme listing  
Digital display  
Detergent dispenser  
drawer  
Variable Temperature  
button  
Programme selector  
dial  
Variable Spin Speed  
button  
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Aquarius control panel features  
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Programme listing: To consult a straight forward chart of the different programmes available.  
Option buttons: To select the options available (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers).  
Variable Temperature button: To reduce the selected programmes wash temperature.  
Variable Spin Speed button: To reduce the selected programmes spin speed.  
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Digital display: Shows time remaining, wash temperature and spin speed for the selected programme.  
On/Off button: To turn the washing machine on and off.  
Start/Cancel button: To start the programme or to cancel it, if incorrect settings were selected.  
Programme selector dial: To select the programme you require. The knob stays still during the cycle.  
Status indicator lights: Shows if the door is locked (when lit, the door cannot be opened) and the stage of  
the programme that the machine has reached (wash, rinse or spin).  
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Programmes and  
Option Modifiers  
Special features  
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Fast Wash:  
The Fast Wash programmes are designed for lightly soiled loads delivering quick results for smaller loads, using  
less energy. For loads with stains or increased soil levels which require deeper cleaning, use the standard or  
intensive wash cycles.  
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Cool Wash: 30˚C  
A low temperature wash which delivers cleaning results comparable to the intensive 40˚C cotton programme but  
at a lower temperature for more colour sensitive garments and using less energy.  
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Handwash:  
A gentle action programme for delicate items and items labelled as hand wash only.  
Not for Wool or Silk garments (use the special programmes for those materials).  
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Handwash Wool Approved: (M0507)  
The wool wash cycle on Hotpoint machines has been tested and approved by the Woolmark company for washing  
garments labelled as ‘hand wash’, provided that the ‘garments’ are washed in accordance to the instructions  
issued by the manufacturer of this machine.  
This cycle is selected by turning the Programme Selector dial to the wool programme and selecting the ‘Wash  
Enhance’ option modifier (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers).  
We recommend using a wool wash liquid when using Wool programmes.  
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Super Silent Wash:  
Using the latest brush-less electric motors and damper technology the noise levels during the washing phase are  
significantly lower than a conventional washing machine.  
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Aquarius Display  
If time delay is selected this shows the time remaining until the start of the wash programme in hours – counting  
down each hour.  
It also displays time to end of the wash programme in hours and minutes counting down each minute. Please  
note time can go up as well as down depending on load absorbency, size and water temperature.  
Did you know?…  
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… when an option button is selected the corresponding light is illuminated.  
… if the option selected is incompatible with the programme selected, the button will flash and the option  
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will not be enabled.  
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… if you set an option that is incompatible with an option selected previously, only the last option selected  
will be enabled.  
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Note: We DO NOT recommend the use of ACDO Colour Catcher sheets in your machine, as they can affect  
the performance of the appliance.  
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Programmes and  
Option Modifiers  
Option modifiers  
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Selecting options and their function  
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Wash Enhance:  
Use this option to select a more intensive wash programme for the cotton 60˚C and cotton 40˚C for more  
heavily soiled items. Additionally, use this option on the machine wash wool programme to select the special  
Handwash wool programme for wool items that are not marked as machine washable. This cycle has been  
approved by Woolmark for the Platinum Care award.  
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Reduced Creases:  
Selecting this option will run the wash programme with a more gentle action and lower spin speed, in addition  
to carrying out an additional rinse to ensure your laundry has fewer creases and will require less ironing.  
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Rinse Hold:  
Selecting this option will pause the cycle in the final rinse with the fabric conditioner keeping the laundry fresh  
until you are ready to complete the programme. The Rinse Hold light will flash to indicate the cycle is paused.  
The machine will stay in this state, tumbling the load occasionally until either the Start/Cancel button is  
pressed or the Rinse Hold button is pressed again to continue the cycle.  
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Mini Load:  
Use this option for smaller loads less than the capacity listed for the material and programme type (see  
Programmes Table). This option reduces water consumption and washing time, saving energy when washing  
smaller loads.  
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Extra Rinse (Aquarius only):  
Provides a full extra rinse to ensure the maximum possible detergent removal, particularly useful for people  
with sensitive skin.  
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Time Delay (Aquarius only):  
Use this option to delay the programme start by up to 24 hours. The display will show the delay chosen.  
Each press of the button increases the Time Delay in increments of 1 hour. If you press the button again after  
24 shows in the display the machine will reset the Time Delay and show ‘OFF’ in the display, pressing the  
button after this will start the Time Delay selection from 1 hour. Once the countdown reaches zero the  
programme will start.  
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Variable Temperature:  
Use this option (if available on your model) to reduce the wash temperature below the maximum for the  
programme you have chosen.  
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Aquarius only, turn the dial to the reduced temperature required. When the programme has finished  
reset the dial to 95. If the dial is left at maximum (95), the wash temperature will be the maximum for  
the chosen programme.  
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Aquarius only, each press of the button will reduce the wash temperature by 5˚C. The new wash  
temperature will be shown in the display. If you press again after ‘OFF’ has been displayed, the  
machine will revert to the original higher temperature.  
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Variable Spin Speed:  
Use this option (if available on your model) to reduce the spin speed below the maximum for the programme  
you have chosen.  
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Aquarius only, turn the dial to reduced spin speed required. When the programme has finished reset  
the dial to maximum. If the dial left at maximum, the spin speed will be the maximum for the chosen  
programme.  
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Aquarius only, each press of the button will reduce the spin speed. The new spin speed will be  
shown in the display. If you press again after ‘OFF’ has been displayed, the machine will revert to the  
original higher spin speed.  
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Programmes and  
Option Modifiers  
Programme Table *Programme setting for test in accordance with IEC 60456 and EN 60456  
ID  
Label Programme Type / Fabric  
Description  
Temp Max Load Appr  
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(˚C)  
(kg)  
Prog  
(h : m  
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B
C
D
D
E
F
Prewash  
Mixed  
A cool temperature cycle to loosen stains before selecting  
a main wash programme.  
30  
7
0 : 25  
2 : 30  
2 : 00  
1 : 40  
2 : 00  
1 : 00  
1 : 30  
1 : 45  
1 : 15  
1 : 50  
0 : 50  
0 : 50  
0 : 50  
0 : 30  
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Hygienic  
White Cotton  
For hard wearing heat resistant cotton and linen.  
95  
60  
60  
60  
60  
40  
40  
40  
30  
40  
40  
30  
30  
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Superwash  
Colourfast Cotton  
An intensive cleaning programme for heavily soiled hard  
wearing fabrics.  
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Everyday  
Colourfast Cotton  
For everyday cleaning needs for colourfast cotton or linen  
fabrics.  
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Standard  
An intensive cleaning, energy efficient cycle using the  
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Colourfast Cotton (IEC 60456*) maximum load capacity.  
Fast Wash  
Colourfast Cotton  
A fast cycle for lightly soiled heat resistant cotton & linen  
fabrics.  
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Everyday  
Non Colourfast Cotton  
For the everyday cleaning needs of cottons & other hard  
wearing fabrics.  
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Intensive  
Non Colourfast Cotton  
A less energy efficient intensive 40˚C cycle for more  
stubborn soiling.  
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Man-made fibres  
Coloured Synthetics & Acrylics and fibre mixtures.  
A cycle designed to wash a variety of man-made fibres  
3.5  
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Cool Wash  
Non Colourfast Cotton  
Delivers the same performance as the intensive 40˚C  
cycle but is more energy efficient at the expense of duration.  
Machine Washable  
For machine washable wool and wool mixtures.  
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Wool  
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Platinum Woolmark Approved  
A special cycle for Hand Wash wool that will not shrink  
your garments exclusively approved by Woolmark.  
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Handwash Wool  
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Machine Washable  
Silk  
For silk garments labelled as machine washable.  
3.5  
3
Fast Wash  
Mixed  
A very short refresh programme for lightly soiled mixed  
fabrics.  
(not Wool/Silk/Handwash)  
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Handwash  
Delicates  
A gentle cycle for delicate items labelled as Hand Wash  
only.  
25  
4
0 : 50  
(not Wool/Silk)  
R&S -  
Rinse & Spin  
Mixed  
This partial programme completes two full rinses and then  
a slow spin.  
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3.5  
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0 : 35  
0 : 20  
0 : 12  
0 : 02  
FS  
SS  
PO  
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Fast Spin  
Cotton  
This partial programme completes the maximum speed  
final spin.  
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Slow Spin  
Delicates  
This partial programme completes the intermediate speed  
final spin.  
3.5  
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D
Pump Out  
All  
This partial programme ensures the appliance is emptied  
of water.  
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roximate  
Required Soil  
Spin  
Aquarius  
Aquarius  
Recommended  
Detergent  
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gramme Time Additional Level  
Speed Available Options  
Available Options  
min)  
Option  
5
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Heavy  
Normal  
Heavy  
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Time Delay  
Ariel Bio Liquid  
0
0
0
0
0
0
5
5
0
0
0
0
0
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Max  
Max  
Max  
Rinse Hold, Mini Load,  
Extra Rinse  
Rinse Hold, Mini Load,  
Time Delay  
Ariel Bio Powder /  
Tablets  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Extra Rinse  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Time Delay  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour  
Ariel Colour Liquid  
Dreft  
Light to  
Normal  
Wash Enhance, Reduce Creases  
Wash Enhance, Reduce Creases  
Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Extra Rinse Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Time Delay  
Wash  
Enhance  
Normal to Max  
Heavy  
Extra Rinse  
Time Delay  
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Light  
1200  
Max  
Max  
800  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Extra Rinse  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Time Delay  
Light to  
Normal  
Wash Enhance, Reduce Creases  
Wash Enhance, Reduce Creases  
Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Extra Rinse Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Time Delay  
Wash  
Enhance  
Heavy  
Extra Rinse  
Time Delay  
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Normal  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Extra Rinse  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Time Delay  
Normal to Max  
Heavy  
Rinse Hold, Mini Load  
Extra Rinse  
Rinse Hold, Mini Load  
Time Delay  
Normal  
Normal  
Normal  
Light  
800  
1000  
800  
800  
Wash Enhance  
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Wash Enhance, Time Delay  
Time Delay  
Wash  
Enhance  
Dreft  
-
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Rinse Hold  
Extra Rinse  
Rinse Hold, Time Delay  
Time Delay  
Dreft  
Ariel Colour Liquid  
0
-
Normal  
800  
-
Time Delay  
Ariel Colour Liquid  
5
0
2
2
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
800  
Max  
800  
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Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Extra Rinse  
Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold  
Mini Load, Time Delay  
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Time Delay  
Time Delay  
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Programmes and  
Option Modifiers  
Starting a wash programme  
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Operating the machine  
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On-Off / Selecting a programme:  
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2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Switch the machine on by pressing the On/Off button.  
Load your laundry into the machine and shut the door.  
Add the detergent and any fabric softener.  
Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme.  
Select any options you require (see Option Modifiers).  
Press the Start/Cancel button to start the programme.  
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To stop or change a programme:  
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2.  
3.  
Press the Start/Cancel button for 3 seconds.  
Select ‘Pump Out’  
on the programme selector dial.  
When the machine has finished emptying, turn the programme selector dial to the new programme required.  
You may need to add detergent.  
4.  
Press the Start/Cancel button to start the programme.  
A typical wash load  
Two examples of maximum wash loads for different types of fabric:  
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1
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Bath Towels  
Hand Towel  
Shirts  
Blouses  
Sets of Pyjamas  
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Items of  
Sports wear  
Shirts  
Blouses  
Set of Pyjamas  
Items of  
COTTON  
SYNTHETIC  
4
4
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12 Items of  
Underwear  
2
8
Underwear  
= 7kg  
= 3.5kg  
T-Shirts  
Did you know that with Hotpoint and Ariel you’ll get the best washing results?  
Certain laundry products work better in some machines than others. At Hotpoint we know this is  
true because we’ve done the research to prove it.  
We used real everyday clothes and ran tests to find out which washing powder works best with  
Hotpoint. The results proved that Hotpoint and Ariel produces the best washing results on all your  
clothes.  
Ariel can meet all your laundry needs. It’s available as a biological powder for everyday wash  
loads. Colour powder to keep your clothes staying brighter for longer and a Non-Bio powder for  
when you need brilliant cleaning but are concerned about sensitive skin.  
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Programmes and  
Option Modifiers  
Automatic features  
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Unbalanced load detection  
The machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent it from spinning too fast with an unbalanced load.  
When an unbalanced load is detected, the machine will attempt to redistribute the load in order to  
balance it evenly to achieve full spin speed.  
If this is not possible and an unbalanced load remains the spin speed will be reduced, depending on the  
amount of unbalance detected. This is to prevent the machine from damaging itself or its surroundings and to  
prevent excessive noise from the machine.  
If the spin result is unsatisfactory following a reduced spin speed attempt to rectify the unbalanced load, then on  
completion of the programme the load can be redistributed evenly in the drum by hand. Select a spin cycle.  
Note: Do not attempt to spin heavy or absorbent single items as the machine cannot distribute these evenly.  
If you need to wash a single item you will need to add some other items as ballast to allow the machine to distribute  
the load evenly throughout the drum.  
No water detection  
The machine will automatically detect if it cannot take in water and will notify you by flashing the Prewash light.  
If this occurs please check the appliance is plumbed in correctly (see Installation Guide) and the water supply is  
turned on as described in the installation guide that accompanies this booklet.  
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Troubleshooting  
If your machine seems not to be working, go through the following troubleshooting suggestions before you call your  
Service Centre (see Service).  
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Problem:  
Possible causes / Solution:  
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The machine won’t start?  
Check the appliance is fully plugged into the socket and switched on.  
Is the socket ok? Try another appliance in the socket to check.  
Is the fuse in the plug ok? If not, replace it (see Care and Maintenance).  
There has been a power failure.  
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The wash cycle won’t  
start?  
The appliance door is not shut properly.  
The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.  
The Start/Cancel button has not been pressed for at least 3 seconds.  
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The cold water supply tap is not turned on.  
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Aquarius only: H20 is displayed.  
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Aquarius only: Have you selected Time Delay (see Programmes and  
Option Modifiers).  
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The machine fails to fill  
with water?  
The Start/Cancel button has not been pressed, for at least 3 seconds.  
Is the ‘Prewash’ indicator light flashing? This indicates the machine cannot  
take in water (see Installation), check:  
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The cold water inlet hose is connected to the tap.  
The hose is kinked.  
The cold water supply tap is not turned on.  
There is a water shortage.  
The water pressure is insufficient.  
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The machine does not  
drain or spin?  
There has been an unbalanced load and the machine could not spin  
(see ‘Automatic Features’, Programmes and Option Modifiers).  
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Has the drain hose been installed correctly (see Installation)?  
Are the drain hose, standpipe or undersink connections blocked?  
Has the ‘Rinse Hold’ option been selected? ‘Rinse Hold’ indicator light will  
flash. To complete the paused programme press either the Start/Cancel  
button or the ‘Rinse Hold’ button (see Programmes and Option Modifiers).  
Aquarius only: (if available on your model) Has the Variable Spin Speed  
dial been set to ‘No Spin’ (see Programmes and Option Modifiers).  
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The machine makes a  
noise or vibrates too much  
during the spin cycle?  
The transit fixings were not removed correctly (see Installation).  
The washing machine is not level (see Installation).  
The washing machine is closed in, between furniture cabinets and the  
wall (see Installation).  
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Check all loose items, such as coins were removed from the laundry.  
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The cold water inlet hose is not connected correctly (see Installation).  
Is your water pressure within limits (see Installation)?  
The drain hose is not secured properly or is blocked (see Installation).  
The detergent dispenser is obstructed, clean it (see Care and Maintenance).  
The machine leaks?  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem:  
Possible causes / Solution:  
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The programme takes a  
long time.  
Check for low water pressure.  
Programme times listed in the Programme Table are approximate.  
Options selected can affect the programme times (see Programmes and  
Option Modifiers).  
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Steam is coming from the  
dispenser drawer  
This is not a fault, we have designed the machine to release steam from  
the dispenser drawer during hot washes.  
There is too much foam?  
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The detergent is not suitable for machine washing:  
If you have used the wrong type of detergent, select a Rinse programme  
to flush out your machine.  
You used too much detergent (see Detergent and Laundry):  
Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations.  
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The detergent dispenser  
will not close properly or is  
collecting water?  
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Check the drawer is properly aligned.  
Clean the dispenser drawer (see Care and Maintenance).  
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Check the cold water supply tap is turned on fully.  
Check the water inlet hoses are not kinked.  
The water pressure is insufficient.  
Not all the detergent has  
been flushed away?  
The display shows: ‘door’  
Aquarius only:  
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The door is not fully closed, please close fully to start cycle.  
The display shows: ‘F000’  
Aquarius only:  
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Where 000 is the number (please contact Hotpoint Service and quote the  
number).  
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Safety Advice  
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This machine is designed for domestic use only.  
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Before using your machine make sure that the two transit bolts and spacers have been removed  
(see Installation Guide).  
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Any electrical work necessary to install this machine should be carried out by a qualified electrician.  
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Do not plug your machine into a socket when your hands are wet.  
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Do not try to modify this machine in any way.  
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Do not let children play with the machine or with its controls.  
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Do not lean on the door or use the door to lift or move the machine.  
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Do not wash garments that have previously been treated with solvents.  
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Do not connect the machine to a single outlet instantaneous water heater.  
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Do not connect the machine directly to a water-softening unit; use the recommended amount of detergent for the  
water hardness in your area.  
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Do not overload or underload the machine. In addition to reducing the quality of the wash, this may also damage  
your laundry and the machine.  
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Do not pull on the power supply cable to unplug the appliance from the electricity socket. Pull the plug out.  
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Do not touch the drain water as it could reach very high temperatures (over sink drainage).  
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Never force the machine door; this could damage the safety lock mechanism design to prevent any accidental  
opening.  
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In the event of a malfunction, do not under any circumstances touch internal parts in order to attempt repairs.  
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Should it have to be moved, proceed with the help of two or three people and handle it with the utmost care.  
Never try to do this alone, because the appliance is very heavy.  
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Before loading your laundry into the machine, make sure the drum is empty.  
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Technical Details  
Technical details chart  
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Model numbers  
Dimensions  
WT760, WT745, WT740 and WT540  
59.5 cm width  
85 cm height  
60 cm depth  
Capacity  
From 1 to 7 kg  
Electric Connections Voltage 220/240V 50Hz  
Max absorbed power 1700W-2100W  
Spin Speed  
up to 1600 rpm - WT760  
up to 1400 rpm - WT745, WT740, WT540  
Control programme  
60˚C cotton (programme D)  
according to IEC60456 with Wash Enhance  
run with a 7 kg load  
This appliance is compliant with the following European Community  
Directives:  
- 72/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments.  
- 89/336/EEC,92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)  
and subsequent amendments.  
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Service  
195050592. 01  
11/2005 - SIMLEX . Four Ashes, Wolverhampton  
Before calling the Service Centre:  
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Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting).  
If not, turn off the machine and call the Service Centre closest to you.  
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You will be charged for a service engineers visit if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect installation  
or misuse.  
Spare Parts  
This is a complex machine. Repairing it yourself or having a non-authorised person try to repair it could cause harm  
to one or more persons, could damage the machine and could invalidate the spare parts warranty.  
Call an authorised technician if you experience problems while using the machine.  
The spare parts have been designed exclusively for this appliance and not for other uses.  
Key Contacts  
After Sales Service  
Over 1100 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have  
complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer.  
Repair Service and Information Help Desk  
UK: 08709 066 066  
Monday to Friday, 8am to 7.30pm  
Saturday, 8.30am to 5.30pm  
Sunday, 9.30am to 3.30pm  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the following information:  
Model number  
Serial number  
Date of purchase  
Model number and Serial number can be found on the inside of the door.  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
Monday to Sunday, 8am to 8pm  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts and Accessories  
UK: 08709 077 077  
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm  
Saturday, 8.30am to 12noon  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
Indesit Company UK Limited, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB  
 

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