Operating Instructions – Washer Dryer Hotpoint BHWD129
Control Panel
Control Panel Description
Detergent Dispenser Drawer: Used to dispense detergents & washing additives
ON/OFF button: Switches the washer dryer on and off
Wash Cycle Knob: Programmes the wash cycles. During the wash cycle, the knob does not move.
Function buttons with indicator light: Used to select the available functions. The indicator light corresponding to the selected function will remain lit.
Temperature Knob: Sets the temperature or the cold wash cycle
Drying Knob: Used to set the desired drying programme
Wash Cycle Progress indicator lights: Used to monitor the progress of wash cycle. The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in progress.
Door locked indicator light: Indicates whether the door may be opened or not
Start/Pause button with indicator light: Starts or temporarily interrupts the wash cycle. To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this button; the corresponding indicator light will flash orange, while the indicator light for the current wash cycle phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. If the DOOR LOCKED indicator light is switched off, the door may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button again.
Indicator Lights
Wash:
Rinse:
Spin:
Dry:
End of wash cycle: END
Note: as soon as a drying level or time period has been set, this indicator light illuminates to indicate that the selected wash cycle will be followed by a drying phase.
Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights: When a function is selected, the corresponding indicator light will illuminate. If the selected function is not compatible with the programmed wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash and the function will not be activated. If this is the case, the most recent selection will remain active.
Starting a wash cycle
- Switch the washer-dryer on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All indicator lights will switch on for a few seconds, then they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse on and off.
- Load the laundry and close the door.
- Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme.
- Set the washing temperature.
- Set the drying cycle if necessary.
- Measure out the detergent and washing additives.
- Select the desired functions.
- Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit up, in green. To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new cycle.
- At the end of the wash cycle the END indicator light will switch on. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will switch off, indicating that the door can be opened. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door slightly open to ensure the drum dries out completely.
- Switch the washer dryer off by pressing the ON/OFF button.
Table of wash cycles
| Description of the wash cycle | Max. temp. (°C) | Max. speed (rpm) | Max. load (kg) | Detergents Wash softener | Cycle duration (kg) Normal Mini Normal Mini | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentials cycles | ||||||
| 1 Cotton: extremely soiled whites. | 90° | 1200 | 6.5 | 3 | 141 111 | |
| 1 Cotton (1): extremely soiled whites. | 60° | 1200 | 6.5 | 3 | 159 98 | |
| 2 Cotton: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. | 60° | 1200 | 6.5 | 3 | 122 98 | |
| 2 Cotton (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. | 40° | 1200 | 6.5 | 3 | 115 91 | |
| 3 Coloured Cottons (3): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. | 40° | 1200 | 6.5 | 3 | 85 71 | |
| 4 Synthetics: heavily soiled resistant colours. | 50° | 800 | 3 | 1.5 | 82 63 | |
| 5 Fastwash 60: to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand) | 60° | 1200 | 3 | - | 60 - | |
| Special cycles | ||||||
| 6 Baby cycle: heavily soiled delicate colours | 40° | 800 | 2 | 1 | 118 97 | |
| 7 Shirts | 40° | 600 | 2 | 1 | 69 65 | |
| 8 Ready to wear (*) | 30° | 800 | - | 1 | 60 - | |
| 9 Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc. | 40° | 800 | - | 1.5 | 55 51 | |
| 10 Silk/Curtains: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. | 30° | 0 | - | 2 | 1 | 55 51 |
| Drying cycles | ||||||
| 11 Drying Cottons | - | - | - | - | 5 - | |
| 12 Drying Synthetics | - | - | - | - | 3 - | |
| 13 Drying Wool | - | - | - | - | 1.5 - | |
| Partial wash cycles | ||||||
| A Rinse | - | 1200 | 6.5 | 3 | 36 32 | |
| B Spin | - | 1200 | 6.5 | - | 16 - | |
| C Pump out | 0 | - | - | 6.5 | 2 - |
Personalisation
Setting the drying cycle
Turn the DRYING knob to set the desired drying type. Two options are available:
A - Based on time: from 40 to 80 minutes
B - Based on how the damp clothes are once they have been dried:
- Iron: ? slightly damp clothes, easy to iron
- Hanger: ? dry clothes to put away
- Cupboard: ? Very dry clothes, recommended for towelling and bathrobes
Drying Cycle Load Guide:
| Fabric type | Load type | Max. load (kg) | Max. Cupboard dry (kg) | Hanger dry (kg) | Iron dry (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | Clothing of different sizes, Terry towels | 5 | 180 | 170 | 160 |
| Synthetics | Sheets, Shirts, Pyjamas, socks, etc. | 3 | 180 | 170 | 160 |
| Wool | Knitwear, Pullovers, etc. | 1.5 | 150 | 140 | 130 |
Wash functions
- 1200 - 600: By selecting this function, reduces the spin speed.
- Mini Load: This function is recommended for when the load of laundry is equal to half, of the maximum recommended load.
- Extra Rinse: By selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly useful for sensitive skin.
- Superwash: This function offers a high performance washing using a greater quantity of water in the initial phase of the cycle and an increased cycle duration.
Drying only
Turn the WASH CYCLE knob to one of the drying settings according to the type of fabric, then select the desired drying duration using the DRYING knob.
