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Hotpoint 1842 Automatic Washing Machine (1981)

Here is the 1981 version of Hotpoint UK`s washing machine, now re-styled in the 70 / 80`s brown tone to compliment your Hygena kitchen units, this was made for Currys Electrical Stores as an exclusive model.  It took a 9lb washload and had an 800rpm spin speed the lower spin for delicates was 500rpm. Hot and Cold fill was the standard of the day and a cotton wash usually took no more than an hour to complete.





The 3 compartment dispenser held pre-wash, main wash and fabric conditioner, the push button controls where for Economy - using your hot water and cutting out the heater. Gentle Action - reduces the drum speed for delicate fabrics. Slow Spin, reduces spin speed to 500rpm for delicate fabrics and Push Button door release.


Here is the matching set. Did you have one ? Let us know !!





And could also be stacked to save space.




Controls Close up




And Stainless Steel Drum




And if you ever needed your washing machine looked at all you needed to do was call your local Hotpoint Service Department to take advantage of Hotpoint`s Fair Service Pledge !!


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  2. .16 May 2021 at 07:59

    I have these in a house I’m renovating atm 😂

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