Hotpoint FEW10 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS on INSTALLATION & USE for the FIRST EDITION RANGE
FEW14, FEW12, FEW10
Hotpoint recommends, for your own safety and to ensure you get the best possible results from your
Washing Machine, you read through this booklet and follow these steps thoroughly.
Choose a location for your washing
machine where possible on a solid floor,
with the electrical sockets and water
supply tap easily accessible.
Allow sufficient space: 600mm width,
600m depth and 900mm height.
DO NOT install in a bath or shower
room.
Read the rest of these instructions to get the best from your appliance, remember to fill in your guarantee registration.
Keep this Book in a safe place for quick reference.
STEP 1
A wash chart is provided to help you to
select your required programme.
Examples given for the maximum washing load
weight for different fabric types.
STEP 4
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.
Electrical Guide
Programme Selector Dial
Read through this section to familiarise
yourself with the different
compartments within the dispenser
drawer.
STEP 3
Dispenser Drawer
NOTE: Always follow manufacturer’s dosage
recommendations.
All available optional wash features are
explained within this section - These
allow you to adjust your selected wash
programme to suit your needs.
STEP 6
Options Guide
How to start your selected programme
and how to stop or change the
programme if so required.
STEP 5
Using your Machine
NOTE: Progress indicator lights show what stage in
the programme cycle has been reached.
STEP 8
Troubleshooting
A picture guide provides a clear
explanation how to set a wash
programme.
DO NOT overload the washing machine.
STEP 7
A Typical Wash Programme
NOTE: Hotpoint recommend, on completion of
your programme, that you switch off both the
electricity and water supply to the appliance.
Please refer to the Troubleshooting
section if you have any problems when
using your washing machine.
There may be nothing wrong!
NOTE: In addition to the temperature of the
incoming water, the selection of optional wash
features will affect the programme times.
READ BEFORE
CONTACTING
SERVICE!
Dispose of packaging material in a safe
place and remove any labels.
Please read instructions thoroughly to
ensure you understand each stage
before you begin.
Remember you may be charged for a service call if a
problem with your washing machine is caused by
incorrect installation or misuse.
STEP 2
Installation Guide

Hotpoint FEW10 Specifications

General

Brand	Hotpoint
Model	FEW10
Category	Washer
Language	English

Summary

Step 1: Electrical Supply and Installation

Fuse and Mains Lead

Guidance on fuse replacement, changing the mains lead, and wiring.

Technical Details and Levelling

Installation Procedures

Removing Transit Fixings

Instructions on how to safely remove transit bolts and spacers.

Drainage System Setup

Guidance on connecting the drainage hose to a standpipe or under sink.

Power Supply Connection

Step 4: Programme Selector Dial

Automatic Wash Programmes

Step 5: Using Your Machine

Starting, Pausing, and Changing Programmes

Instructions on how to select, start, pause, and change wash programmes.

Step 6: Optional Wash Features

Automatic Features Overview

Step 7: A Typical Wash Programme

Step-by-Step Programme Execution

Detailed steps for sorting laundry, adding detergent, selecting programmes, and starting.

Wash Programme Warnings

Step 8: Troubleshooting Common Issues

Machine Noise, Vibration, and Spin Issues

Troubleshooting guide for noise, vibration, unbalanced loads, and spin problems.

Machine Not Starting or Pumping

Solutions for when the machine won't start or fails to pump out water.

Further Troubleshooting and Support

Dispenser, Leaks, and Programme Time Issues

Indicator Light Status and Contacting Service