AQUARIUS WF101 Service Information

Welded outer drum

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Indesit Company UK Ltd

5407318

Issue 3 Oct. 2006

Hotpoint

Aquarius

Washing

Machines

Welded

Outer Drum

Models Covered:

WF101

WF321

WF326

WF541

WF546

WT540/1P

WT540/1G

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Page 1: Service Information
5407318 Issue 3 Oct. 2006 Hotpoint Aquarius Washing Machines Welded Outer Drum Models Covered: WF101 WF321 WF326 WF541 WF546 WT540/1P WT540/1G Service Information Indesit Company UK Ltd © 2006 Reg. Office: Peterborough PE2 9JB. Registered in London: 106725...
Page 2 SAFETY NOTES & GENERAL SERVICING ADVICE 1. This manual is NOT intended as a comprehensive repair/maintenance guide to the appliance. 2. It should ONLY be used by suitably qualified persons having technical competence applicable product knowledge and suitable tools and test equipment. 3.
Page 3: Serial Number / Industrial Code Explanation
MANUFACTURING DATE CODE CHART 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Jan. Feb. March April June July Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. First 2 digits of the serial number indicate production date From 1 May 2006 the appliance date coding changed to include Serial Number and Industrial Code.
Page 4: Development History
INDEX Safety & Servicing Notes ......... . 2 Date Code Chart &...
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Models Covered WF101, WF321, WF326, WF541, WF546, WT540/1P & WT540/1G Colours P = Polar, G = Graphite, A = Aluminium Dimensions Height 850 mm Width 595 mm Depth 600 mm Weight 66 kg. Packed approximately 69 kg Country of Origin...
Page 6 CONNECTING TO THE WATER SUPPLY COLD FILL ONLY BENEFITS • Removes the requirement to need a hot water supply. • Cold water relaxes fabrics, whilst hot water can seal in stains. • Improved stain removal. • Biological detergents contain enzymes which are active between 30°C and 53°C giving greater results at lower temperatures.
Page 7: Connecting To The Water Supply
Connecting to the Water Supply continued Electrical Connections Before plugging the appliance into the WARNINGS: mains socket, make sure that: The water pressure should be between 3 and 150 psi (21 - 1034 kPa). Incorrect - the socket is earthed and in compliance pressures could lead to flooding.
Page 8 INSTALLATION 1. Unscrew the bolt Unpacking using a 13 mm spanner. 1. Unpack the washing machine. 2. Check whether the washing machine has been damaged during transport. If this is the case, do not install it. Remove the polystyrene base 2.
Page 9 • Where possible, the machine should be positioned on a solid floor to minimise vibration. • Take care when you move the machine not to rip any floor coverings. Levelling The machine will be noisy if the two front feet are not adjusted so that the machine stands firm and level.
Page 10 Drainage Connections Under Sink 1 Cut out the Take care when you remove the drain hose Waste System membrane, bung or from the clips on the back of the machine. blanking plug (see All machines are tested with water before they leave the factory so a small amount of water Fig.
Page 11 Mini Load Extra Rinse WF541, WF546 & WT540/1P Variable Spin Speed WF321, WF326, WF541, WF546, WT540/1P & WT540/1G Variable Temperature Spin Speeds 1000 rpm - WF101 1200 rpm - WF321 & WF326 1400 rpm - WF541, WF546, WT540/1P & WT540/1G...
Page 12 CONTROLS Option Buttons On/Off Progress Indicator Lights Start/Cancel Variable Control(s) Programme Selector Dial (depends on model) On-Off / Selecting a Programme The machine is switched on by pressing the 'On/Off' button for 2 seconds. All the indicator lights will light up for a few seconds and the 'Door Locked' indicator light will flash once. Turn the programme selector dial to the desired programme.
Page 13 Mini Load For washing a smaller load. In addition to reducing actual washing time, this option will reduce water and energy consumption by up to 50%. Note: You can reduce the amount of detergent you use with this wash. Extra Rinse For large wash loads and items for young children or people with sensitive skin.
Page 14: Automatic Features
AUTOMATIC FEATURES Auto Half Load Auto half load saves you time and money when washing smaller loads. Water levels are automatically adjusted to cater for the different loads. Unbalanced Load The machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent it spinning with an unbalanced load. This will minimise excessive vibration and prolong the life of the machine.
Page 15 PROGRAMMES COLD FILL MODELS Wash Programme Type / Description Temp Approx Label Fabric °C Load Prog. (kg) Time (h:min) Prewash A cool temperature cycle to loosen stains 0:25 Mixed before selecting a main wash programme Hygienic For hard wearing heat resistant cotton 2:30 White Cotton and linen...
Page 16: Wiring Connection Chart
WIRING CONNECTION CHART RAST-2.5 RAST-2.5 Monophase Tyco 0-284476-1 Tyco 0-284473-2 Molex 94535-7002 Tyco 0-284489-1 Tyco 1-284866-2 Tyco 0-284865-5 6.3 x 1.0 + 2 x 94518-0100 Molex Black Block 94544-8008 + 2 x 94518-0100 Tyco 3-966480-3 (x4) Tyco 0-284474-1 Tyco 0-284471-1 (x2) Tyco 0-284473-2 Tyco 0-284472-1 Tyco 0-284477-2...
Page 17: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM Pressure Switch MAINS INPUT FILTER MOTOR ARMATURE WASH VALVES WASH THERMISTOR TACHO FABRIC COLD PUMP 5 6 7 Lav. Test RTN_PORTA RTN_IP Connector TAB Í PCB with Í LED lights 5407103wd2coldfill Í from V4 monophase...
Page 18: Wiring Legend
WIRING LEGEND Aquastop solenoid valve Neutral or Terminal board Buzzer or Door lock No spin Terminal board contacts, dryer heating Pressure switch element and Door lock Pressure switch 1st level Condenser Pressure switch 2nd level Condenser High speed potentiometer Switch Low speed potentiometer EF/CL Cold water/bleach solenoid valve...
Page 19: Power Module Connections
POWER MODULE CONNECTIONS EEPROM SOCKET (Service / spares modules only) HARDWARE SOCKET (external)
Page 20 Information can be found in Service Manuals 5407180 and 5407182 respectively. Note: This version of the Hardware Key, Eeprom Writer and Washing Machine Doctor programmes are only available to Indesit Company Engineers. Pre-programmed Eeproms and Service socket boards are available for repairs and Spare...
Page 21: Error Codes & Possible Causes
ERROR CODES & POSSIBLE CAUSES When an error occurs, LED 1 the On/Off LED flashes rapidly and one or more of the Option LEDs will flash once per second LED 2 Refer to the chart below for error code definitions. LED 3 LED 4 LED 5...
Page 22: Dismantling Instructions
DISMANTLING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY NOTES 1. Ensure that the appliance is disconnected from the electrical supply before dismantling. 2. Beware of sharp edges on metal panels, plastic mouldings, and pressed parts. 3. Some fixings (especially those into plastic) must be tightened to the correct specification using a suitable torque wrench.
Page 23 G Door Seal & Restraint: 1. Door Seal to Front Panel Fixing The door seal is fixed to the cabinet front panel by a wire clamp and a small spring. The spring is normally at the bottom of the door. Carefully place a small screwdriver into one of the lugs of the spring and by stretching the spring the wire band can be removed.
Page 24 Door Assembly Top Hinge removal (shown below) - Slide towards lower hinge, twist to the left and 1. Open the door through 180° and remove four slide up to release. screws securing the hinges to the front panel. Ease the hinges from the panel. Lower Hinge removal - Slide upwards, twist to the right and slide down to release.
Page 25 L Motor 1. Remove the lower rear access panel (B) and drive belt (K). 2. Disconnect the motor wiring connection plug and earth wire. 3. Disconnect the heater and NTC. 4. Using a 10 mm socket, remove both motor mount fixing screws. Fig. 7. 5.
Page 26 6 kg Welded Drum Torque Setting 24 Nm Sequence Top Weight Bottom Weight Top Block Bottom Block N Heater / Thermistor 1. Remove the rear lower access panel (B). 2. Remove the heater wiring and detach the thermistor plug. 3. Slacken off the 10 mm heater fixing nut and withdraw the heater from the drum. O Drum Pulley 1.
Page 27 P(b) Suspension Spring 1. Remove the table top (A). 2. Unclip any wiring retained within the integral clip on the spring bearing keeper plate. 3. Gently lever out the bearing keeper plate with a small flat bladed screwdriver. 4. Unhook the spring from the cabinet top rail bearing. Q Dispenser 1.
Page 28 S Inner Drum Lifter 3rd hole from the front 1. Insert a small screwdriver onto the 3rd lifter hole from the front of the drum. This will depress the drum flap securing the lifter. 2. Slide the lifter to the front of the drum and remove. 3.
Page 29 U Cabinet 1. Remove the drum assembly (T). 2. Remove the drain pump (R). 3. Remove and disconnect wiring harness. 4. Unscrew feet and remove hose clips from the rear of the cabinet. V Power / Control Module 1. Remove lower rear access panel (B). 2.
Page 30 PARTS ACCESSORIES To order parts and accessories contact our National Mail Order Parts Hotline 08709 077 077 Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.30pm Saturday 8.30am to 12.00 noon or online at : www.theservicecentre.co.uk...

This manual is also suitable for:

Wf321 Wf326 Wf541 Wf546 Wt540/1p Wt540/1g