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Detergent dispenser drawer: 

used to dispense deter-

gents and washing additives 

(see “Detergents and laundry”)

.

ON/OFF 

button  : press this briefly to switch the ma-

chine on or off. The START/PAUSE indicator light, which 
flashes slowly in a green colour shows that the machine is 
switched on. To switch off the washing machine during the 
wash cycle, press and hold the button for approximately 3 
seconds; if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the 
machine will not switch off. If the machine is switched off 
during a wash cycle, this wash cycle will be cancelled.

WASH CYCLE SELECTOR 

buttons: used to set the 

desired wash cycle 

(see “Table of wash cycles”)

.

MY CYCLE 

button: press and hold the button to store a 

cycle with your own set of preferences in the memory of 
the machine. To recall a previously stored cycle, press the 
MY CYCLE button.

FUNCTION 

buttons: press the button to select the 

desired function. The corresponding indicator light on the 
display will switch on.

CLEANING ACTION 

button

:

 to select the desired wash 

intensity.

ANTI ALLERGY RINSE 

button

:

 press to select the 

desired rinse type.

 

SPIN 

button  : press to reduce or completely exclude 

the spin cycle - the value is indicated on the display.

TEMPERATURE 

button 

: press to decrease the tem-

perature: the value will be shown on the display.

CHILD LOCK 

button: to activate the control panel lock, 

press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds. 
When the symbol 

 is illuminated, the control panel is 

locked. This means it is possible to prevent wash cycles 
from being modified accidentally, especially where there 
are children in the home. To deactivate the control panel 
lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2 
seconds.

DELAY TIMER 

button: press to set a delayed start time 

for the selected wash cycle. The delay time will be shown 
on the display.

START/PAUSE 

button with indicator light: when the gre-

en indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start a 
wash cycle. Once the cycle has started the indicator light 
will remain lit in a fixed manner. To pause the wash cycle, 
press the button again; the indicator light will flash in an 
orange colour. If the symbol 

 is not illuminated, the door 

may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at 
which it was interrupted, press the button again.

Standby mode

This washing machine, in compliance with new energy sa-
ving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system 
which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is 
detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the 
machine to start up again. 

Consumption in off-mode: 0.5 W

Consumption in Left-on: 8 W

Description of the washing machine

Control panel

TEMPERATURE

 

button

WASH 

CYCLE 

SELECTOR 

buttons

Detergent dispenser drawer

FUNCTION 

buttons

ON/OFF

 

button

SPIN SPEED 

button

START/PAUSE

 

button with 

indicator light

CHILD LOCK 

button

DISPLAY

DELAY  

TIMER  

button

MY 

CYCLE 

button

CLEANING 

ACTION 

button

ANTI 

ALLERGY 

RINSE 

button

Summary of Contents for WMUD 963

Page 1: ...s and laundry 10 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Load balancing system Precautions and tips 11 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Care and maintenance 12 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checkin...

Page 2: ...s instruction manual in a safe place for future refe rence 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 infor mation on installation use and safety Unpacking and levelling Unpacking This is a separate part of the polysty...

Page 3: ... it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use Before using the appliance please read the instructions below WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN Replacing the fuse When replacing a faulty fuse a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse cover re fitted If the fuse cover is lost the...

Page 4: ...e distri bution board If you are in any doubt regarding the electrical supply to your machine consult a qualified electrician before use How to connect an alternative plug The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code BLUE NEUTRAL N BROWN LIVE L GREEN YELLOW EARTH E Disposing of the appliance When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug by cutting the ma...

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Page 6: ...hold the button for approximately 2 seconds When the symbol is illuminated the control panel is locked This means it is possible to prevent wash cycles from being modified accidentally especially where there are children in the home To deactivate the control panel lock press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds DELAY TIMER button press to set a delayed start time for the selected wash c...

Page 7: ...clude a spin cycle the string remains unused String E shows the maximum temperature value which may be selected this depends on the wash cycle used if the tempe rature of the wash cycle cannot be modified the string remains unused Indicator lights F correspond to the functions and light up when the selected function is compatible with the set wash cycle Door locked symbol If the symbol is lit this...

Page 8: ...s reached The cycle will reduce the drum rotation to ensure washing results are perfect for delicate garments Set the rinse type Option Anti Allergy Rinse makes it possible to select the desired rinse type for sensitive skin Press the button once for the Extra Rinse level which makes it possible to select an additional rinse after the standard cycle rinse and remove all traces of detergent Press t...

Page 9: ... 46 0 56 60 100 Synthetics 2nd press of the button lightly soiled delicate colours 40 800 4 75 SPECIALS Fast Wash 60 1st press of the button to refresh normal soiled garments quic kly not suitable for wool silk and clothes which require washing by hand 60 1600 3 5 44 0 84 44 60 Fast Wash 30 2nd press of the button to refresh lightly soiled garments quic kly not suitable for wool silk and clothes w...

Page 10: ...tives is recommended if there are obstinate stains Cotton Standard 20 this programme is ideal for lightly soiled cotton loads The effective performance levels achieved at cold temperatures which are comparable to washing at 40 are guaranteed by a mechanical action which operates at varying speed with repeated and frequent peaks Bed Bath use programme to wash bed linen and towels in one single cycl...

Page 11: ...y to do this alone because the appliance is very heavy Before loading laundry into the washing machine make sure the drum is empty Disposal Disposing of the packaging materials observe local regu lations so that the packaging may be re used The European Directive 2012 19 EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the...

Page 12: ...rgent dispenser drawer Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out see figure Wash it under running wa ter this operation should be repeated frequently Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming Cleaning the pump The washing machine is fitted with a self cleaning pump which does not require any mai...

Page 13: ... is blocked The START PAUSE button has not been pressed The top of the drain hose is too low It must be fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor see Installation The drain hose is connected incorrectly to the sink trap allowing water to run into the machine the drain hose must be positioned higher than the bottom of the sink to prevent water flowing down the drain hose The end of th...

Page 14: ...the fill hose is missing the rubber washer The drain hose is not fixed in properly Switch off the machine and unplug it wait for approximately 1 minute and then switch it back on again If the problem persists contact the Technical Assistance Service The machine requires a service wash Run a Auto Clean wash cycle with detergent and no laundry The door will not open until the door lock indicator lig...

Page 15: ...t of any consumable item or accessory These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee Th...

Page 16: ...throughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB In...

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