Electricity supply, Fuses, Changing the plug – Hotpoint BWM12 User Manual

Page 2: Changing the mains lead

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WARNING: This appliance must be earthed.

Fuses

Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only

those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used. To change the fuse in a

moulded plug, lift holder to vertical position and lift fuse out. To replace, insert fuse and push

fuse holder down into locked position. Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the

marking on base of plug.

WARNING: Do not use plug unless fuse holder is in locked
position and fuse cover fitted.

Changing the Plug

Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket.

WARNING: To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.

IMPORTANT: WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD
ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
FOLLOWING CODE:

Green/Yellow

-

Earth

Blue -

Neutral

Brown

-

Live

If you change the plug, the colour of

wires in the mains lead may not

correspond with the colour of the

markings identifying terminals in the plug.

You should therefore wire it as shown.

Recommendations for the Electrical Installation of your Appliance

Do not use extension leads, adaptors or multiple plugs.

Never remove the earth connection.

You should plug your appliance into a socket that is easily accessible but out of reach of

children.

If in doubt, get in touch with your installer.

Changing the Mains Lead

A special lead can be ordered from Service UK: 08709 066 066 or
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200
If you have damaged the existing lead or require a longer one a charge will be made.
It is strongly advised that this work is carried out by a qualified electrician.

CE marking certifies that this appliance conforms to the following EEC directives:-
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC

Electromagnetic compatibility - 89/336/EEC (including the modification directive
92/31/EEC)

Electricity Supply

Green and yellow (Earth)

wire to terminal

marked ‘E’,

symbol , or

coloured green

and yellow.

Blue (Neutral)

wire to terminal

marked ‘N’ or

coloured black.

13A ASTA approved

fuse to BS1362.

Brown (Live)

wire to terminal

marked ‘L’ or

coloured red.

Cord clamp

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Do not plug in and switch appliance on at the mains until installation is complete.

You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your appliance is caused

by incorrect installation or misuse.

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