Hotpoint-Ariston WMSD 723: instruction

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Contents

Installation, 2-3

Unpacking and levelling

Connecting the electricity and water supplies

The first wash cycle

Technical data

Care and maintenance, 4

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

Checking the water inlet hose

Precautions and tips, 5

General safety

Disposal

Opening the porthole door manually

Description of the washing machine, 6-7

Control panel

Display

Running a wash cycle, 8

Wash cycles and functions, 9

Table of wash cycles

Wash functions

Detergents and laundry, 10

Detergent dispenser drawer

Preparing the laundry

Special wash cycles

Load balancing system

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

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WMSD 723

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

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Installation

!

 This instruction manual should be kept in a 

safe place for future reference. If the washing 

machine is sold, transferred or moved, make 

sure that the instruction manual remains with 

the machine so that the new owner is able to 

familiarise himself/herself with its operation 

and features.

!

 Read these instructions carefully: they con-

tain vital information relating to the safe instal-

lation and operation of the appliance.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Remove the washing machine from its 

packaging.

2. Make sure that the washing machine has 

not been damaged during the transportation 

process. If it has been damaged, contact the 

retailer and do not proceed any further with 

the installation process.

3. Remove the 4 pro-

tective screws (used 

during transportation) 

and the rubber wa-

sher with the cor-

responding spacer, 

located on the rear 

part of the appliance 

(

see figure

).

4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs 

provided.

5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will 

need them again if the washing machine ne-

eds to be moved to another location.

!

 Packaging materials should not be used as 

toys for children.

Levelling

1. Install the washing 

machine on a flat 

sturdy floor, without 

resting it up against 

walls, furniture cabi-

nets or anything else.

2. If the floor is not 

perfectly level, com-

pensate for any une-

venness by tightening or loosening the adju-

stable front feet (

see figure

); the angle of incli-

nation, measured in relation to the worktop, 

must not exceed 2°.

Levelling the machine correctly will provide 

it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and 

excessive noise and prevent it from shifting 

while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or 

a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow 

a sufficient ventilation space underneath the 

washing machine.

Connecting the electricity and  water supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Connect the inlet 

hose by screwing it to 

a cold water tap using 

a 3/4 gas threaded 

connection 

(see figu-

re).

Before performing the 

connection, allow the 

water to run freely un-

til it is perfectly clear.

2. Connect the inlet 

hose to the washing 

machine by screwing 

it onto the correspon-

ding water inlet of the 

appliance, which is 

situated on the top 

right-hand side of the 

rear part of the ap-

pliance

 (see figure)

.

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over 

or bent.

!

 The water pressure at the tap must fall within 

the range of values indicated in the Technical 

data table 

(see next page).

!

 If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a 

specialised shop or an authorised technician.

!

 Never use second-hand hoses.

!

 Use the ones supplied with the machine.

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Technical data

Model

WMSD 723

Dimensions

width 59.5 cm

height 85 cm

depth 43,5 cm

Capacity

from 1 to 7 kg 

Electrical 

connections

please refer to the technical 

data plate fixed to the ma-

chine

Water con-

nections

maximum pressure 

1 MPa (10 bar)

minimum pressure 

0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)

drum capacity 48 litres

Spin speed

up to 1200 rotations per 

minute

Test wash 

cycles in 

accordan-

ce with 

directives 

1061/2010 

1015/2010

programme 

 (60°) (

1st 

press of the button)

; Cotton 

Standard 60°

.

programme 

 (40°) (

2nd 

press of the button)

; Cotton 

Standard 40°

.

This appliance conforms to 

the following EC Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electroma-

gnetic Compatibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

- 2002/96/EC

Connecting the drain hose

Connect the drain 

hose, without bending 

it, to a drain duct or 

a wall drain situated 

between 65 and 100 

cm from the floor;

alternatively, placed 

it over the edge of a 

basin, sink or tub, fa-

stening the duct sup-

plied to the tap (

see 

figure

). The free end 

of the hose should 

not be underwater.

!

 We advise against the use of hose extensions; 

if it is absolutely necessary, the extension must 

have the same diameter as the original hose 

and must not exceed 150 cm in length.

Electrical connections

Before plugging the appliance into the electri-

city socket, make sure that: 

•  the socket is earthed and complies with all 

applicable laws;

•  the socket is able to withstand the maxi-

mum power load of the appliance as indicated 

in the Technical data table

 (see opposite);

•  the power supply voltage falls within the va-

lues indicated in the Technical data table (

see 

opposite

);

•  the socket is compatible with the plug of the 

washing machine. If this is not the case, repla-

ce the socket or the plug.

!

 The washing machine must not be installed 

outdoors, even in covered areas. It is extreme-

ly dangerous to leave the appliance exposed 

to rain, storms and other weather conditions.

!

 When the washing machine has been instal-

led, the electricity socket must remain within 

easy reach. 

65 - 100 cm

!

 Do not use extension cords or multiple so-

ckets.

!

 The cable should not be bent or compres-

sed.

!

 The power supply cable must only be repla-

ced by authorised technicians.

Warning! The company shall not be held re-

sponsible in the event that these standards are 

not observed.

The first wash cycle

Once the appliance has been installed, and 

before you use it for the first time, run a wash 

cycle with detergent and no laundry, using 

wash cycle number “Auto Clean”.

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Care and maintenance 

Cutting off the water and electri- city supplies

• Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. 

This will limit wear on the hydraulic system in-

side the washing machine and help to prevent 

leaks.

• Unplug the washing machine when cleaning 

it and during all maintenance work.

Cleaning the washing machine

•  The outer parts and rubber components 

of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft 

cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not 

use solvents or abrasives. 

•  The washing machine has a “Auto Clean” 

programme for its internal parts that 

must be 

run with no load in the drum

.

To help the wash cycle 

you may want to use 

either the detergent 

(i.e. a quantity 10% the 

quantity specified for 

lightly-soiled garments) 

or special additives to 

clean the washing ma-

chine. We recommend 

running a cleaning 

programme every 40 wash cycles.

To start the programme press buttons 

A

 and 

B

 simultaneously for 5 seconds 

(see figure).

The programme will start automatically and will 

run for about 70 minutes. To stop the cycle 

press the START/PAUSE button.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser  drawer

Remove the dispenser 

by raising it and pul-

ling it out 

(see figure).

Wash it under running 

water; this operation 

should be repeated 

frequently.

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A B 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-clea-

ning pump which does not require any mainte-

nance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins 

or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber which 

protects the pump, situated in its bottom part.

!

  Make sure the wash cycle has finished and 

unplug the appliance.

To access the pre-chamber:

1. using a screwdri-

ver, remove the cover 

panel on the lower 

front part of the wa-

shing machine 

(see 

figure);

2. unscrew the lid 

by rotating it anti-

clockwise 

(see figu-

re)

: a little water may 

trickle out. This is 

perfectly normal;

3. clean the inside thoroughly;

4. screw the lid back on;

5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks 

are securely in place before you push it onto 

the appliance.

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If 

there are any cracks, it should be replaced 

immediately: during the wash cycles, water 

pressure is very strong and a cracked hose 

could easily split open.

!

 Never use second-hand hoses.