Generic instructions, (To be used in conjunction with User Instructions).
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Please read the Installation Manual to ensure safe fitting and use of the appliance.
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The appliance should be fitted by a suitably competent and qualified person.
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Installation Instructions
LAM8702/03/20/40 HJA8901
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Washing Machine
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Safety Information
Two person lift. Risk of injury:
Beware of sharp metal
edges. Use gloves when
handling.
NOTE: If the electricity
cable is damaged it
must be replaced by a
competent person.
Washing machine must
be fixed securely and
level.
Risk of damage to
property:
Take care of surrounding
area when moving the
appliance to prevent
damage to flooring, wall
coverings, pipes etc..
Ensure that all packing
and transit protectors
have been removed
from the appliance
before positioning.
DO NOT PUSH
against the washing
machine fascia panel.
This appliance is not
designed for stacking
with other appliances.
Warning for serious
injury or death risk.
Warning for injury or
property damage risk.
Important / note for
operating the system
correctly.
Warning for electric shock.
Warning for risk of
fire / flammable materials.
Throughout this manual the following symbols are used.
DO NOT KINK HOSES
BEHIND MACHINE!
Machine will not work properly.
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10mm open
ended spanner
Flat and
cross head
screw drivers
DO NOT use high
speed impact
power tools.
B (3x15mm)
A (4.5x10)
x2
x1
x2 x2 x5
x1
Tools required
1. REMOVE TRANSIT POLY BLOCK .......................... p.4
2. REMOVE TRANSIT BOLTS. ..........................................p.4
3. Dimensions .........................................................................p.5
4. Fit fascia fillet and anti-tilt support ........................p.5
5. Prepare the decor door ...............................................p.6
6. Washing machine connections ............................... p.7
7. Connecting water hose ................................................ p.8
8. Positioning the washing machine ..........................p.9
9. Check machine fills and empties. ........................... p.10
10. Fit decor door and magnetic catches .................p.10
11. Raise and level the machine .....................................p.11
12. Drain hose and filter ......................................................p.12
13. Plinth ....................................................................................... p.12
Installation
Installation overview guide
Parts supplied
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IMPORTANT:
REMOVE POLY BLOCK.
10mm open
ended spanner
1 - Remove transit item
2 - Remove transit bolts
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Position the washing machine
relative to service connections.
Decor fillet
can be added
Example
nominal
set-up
Min 5mm
Max 15mm
Gap - as per
the block
at rear
Anti-tilt block
45-50mm
*25mm
Approx 830mm
*At nominal set up -
170mm from floor to the
base of cabinet.
min
15mm
817mm -
831mm
554mm
597mm
820-920mm
min
575 mm
*600mm
3 - Dimensions
4 - Fit decor fillet and anti-tilt block
*Ensure the floor is level and strong enough
to support a fully loaded washing machine.
If necessary to raise machine use a solid
8-10mm board secured to the floor.
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edge of door
35mm
47m m
2mm
22.5mm
4.5mm
edge of door
45mm
2mm
31mm
468.5mm
597mm
716mm
384mm
84.5mm
*21.5mm
12mm
(+1mm)
35mm Dia.
Example
B (3x15mm)
Cross head
B (3x15mm)
TOP
TOP
Left hand hinged
door opening shown,
(right hand opposite).
* Check and drill
hole according
to the actual hole
drilling position of
door frontal range
being used.
5 - Prepare the decor door
If required, fit handles at this stage,
(screws may need countersinking
and sealing).
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REMOVE
CAP/END
*
max.
100mm
min
500mm
min
300mm
max
1000mm
min
500mm
min
300mm
max
1000mm
All dimensions are to the floor.
*
DO NOT insert the hose too deep into the waste pipe,
(Maximum hose length, 3.2 metres).
6 - Washing machine connections
WARNING! This appliance
must be earthed.
(Socket must be accessible
after fitting).
Ensure cap/end is removed from
waste pipe spigot.
WARNING! Do not use extension
cables / adapters.
Ensure water is turned on and
the isolator valve is accessible
after fitting.
Hose connection - 3/4”.
Cold water pressure -
0.3 –10 bar (0.03-1.0 Mpa)
NOTE: If necessary loosen and
rotate the water hose towards
the water supply and re-tighten.
(Always use the new hose
supplied with the washing
machine).
Cold water supply
10-80 lpm.
DO NOT KINK HOSES
BEHIND MACHINE!
Machine will not work properly.
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7 - Connect water hose (cold water supply only)
NOTE: Rotate the water hose
towards the water supply and
hand tighten. (Always use the
new hose supplied with the
washing machine).
Incorrect waste pipe configuration. Correct waste pipe configuration.
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8 - Positioning the washing machine
DO NOT PUSH against the washing machine fascia panel display area.
DO NOT adjust the rear feet
until in final position,
(NEVER move the washing
machine with the rear feet
extended).
Push back
and pull hoses
through.
DO NOT KINK HOSES
BEHIND MACHINE!
Machine will not work properly.
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A (4.5x10)
A (4.5x10)
x2
Delicates
Hand Wash / Woollens
Mixed Fabrics
Quick
Rapid 30°
Synthetics
CottonsBaby Clothing
Shirts
Sports Wear
Down Wear
Rinse
Spin & Drain
Machine
Clean 3”
3”
Door Lock
Wash
Spin
Eco 40-60
Extra
Rinse
Quicker
Wash
Prewash
Spin
Speed
Temp.
90°
60°
40°
30°
20°
1200
1000
800
600
ON / OFF
20°C Cottons
1200
AntiCrease
+3”
AntiCrease+
End / Cancel
Lingerie
10 - Fit decor door and magnetic catches
9 - Check machine fills and empties without problem.
Select rinse program and check machine
fills and empties without problem.
Check for leaks.
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DO NOT use high
speed impact
power tools.
DO NOT damage
the plastic screw
heads.
Loosen the locknut(s) and
adjust the front feet.
Adjust front feet by hand.
Tighten locknut(s) by hand only.
Rear
foot
Rear
foot
If machine needs to be raised further to align frontal etc; use a solid 8-10mm
board firmly secured to the floor
11 - Raise and level the machine
Raise and level the washing
machine using the front
and rear feet.
Adjust rear feet by using front screws.
NOTE: The rear feet screw adjustment is handed.
Final check for level,
remove the detergent
drawer and view the
spirit level.
Product serial number
(Place sticker here)
Product information correct at the time of publication in November 2020.
The company has a policy of continuous product development and reserves the
right to change any products and specifications given in this manual. Subject to
the Terms and Conditions of Trading, a copy of the Howdens Terms and Conditions
is available upon request.
Copyright © 2020 Howden Joinery Ltd. All rights reserved.
ISSUE v4 011120
Ensure blue hose
cap is present -
DO NOT turn water
on if cap is missing.
12 - Drain hose and filter 13 - Plinth
We recommend the length of plinth
in front of the washing machine is
easily removable for easy access
to drain hose and filter.
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