User manual HOOVER HNL 686

[. . . ] Do not pull the mains lead Or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket. When the appliance location is on carpet floors, attention must be paid so as to ensure that there is no obstruction to the bottom vents. And/or incorrect operation, turn the washing machine off, close the water inlet tap and do not tamper with the appliance. Contact a Hoover Technical Assistance Centre for any repairs and ask for original Hoover spare parts. [. . . ] It advises to also use this function for the children items and in case of washings of very dirty items, for which it is due to use a lot of detergent, or in the washing of towelling items whose fibers mostly have the tendency to hold the detergent. This option is not available on SPECIALS programmes excluding the SPORTS programme. The Crease Guard function minimizes creases as much as possible with a uniquely designed anti-crease system that is tailored to specific fabrics. MIXED FABRICS - the water is gradually cooled throughout the final two rinses with no spinning and then a delicate spin assures the maximum relaxation of the fabrics. DELICATE FABRICS ­ final two rinses with no spinning and then the fabrics are left in water until it is time to unload. When you are ready to unload, press the Crease Guard button ­ this will drain. For programmes wollens and silk after the final rinse the fabrics are left in water until it is time to unload and the button indicator blinking. When you are ready to unload, press the Crease guard button , this will drain and spin ready for emptying. If you do not want to spin the clothes and activate drain only: - Turn the programme selector to the OFF position - Select programme drain only - Switch on the appliance again by pressing the START button. The spin cycle is very important to remove as much water as possible from the laundry without damaging the fabrics. By adjusting the control, it is possible to reduce the maximum speed, and if you wish, the spin cycle can be cancelled altogether-position . The washing machine is equipped with a temperature selector knob to set the temperature you require. We recommend that the temperature shown on wash care garments should never be exceeded. In the case where the temperature has been accidentally set higher than that of the chosen programme, (see Programme Guide table), the machine will lower the temperature automatically to protect the fabrics. BUTTONS INDICATOR LIGHT The indicator light around the option buttons will light when specific options are selected TIME COUNTDOWN SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS In order to better manage your time, this washing machine features an indicator light system that keeps you constantly informed on the remaining cycle time. Indicator light Start: Remaining time above 60 minutes Indicator light 60: Remaining time less than 60 minutes Indicator light 30: Remaining time less than 30 minutes Indicator light 15: Remaining time less than 15 minutes Indicator light Stop: End of the programme. The programme carries out with the programme selector stationary on the selected programme till cycle ends. When washing heavily soiled laundry it is recommended the load is reduced to 3 kg maximum. In programmes shown in the wash guide, automatic bleaching is possible by pouring the liquid bleach into the detergent draw . The spin speed may also be reduced, to match any guidelines suggested on the fabric label, or for very delicate fabrics cancel the spin completely this option is available with a spin speed selector. The variable temperature selector allows a reduction in the wash temperature in each programme. ATTENTION: With the temperature selector on the 0 position the programme will be performed with a cold wash. [. . . ] Does not function on any programme CAUSE Mains plug not plugged in Mains switch not on No power Electric circuit fuses failure Load door open Insert plug Turn on mains switch Check Check Close load door Check Turn on water inlet tap Set timer on correct position Straighten discharge tube Check filter Replace washer and tighten the tube on the tap Wait a few minutes until the machine discharges water Turn the programme dial onto spin setting Adjust special feet Remove transport bracket Distribute the washing evenly See cause 1 Inlet tap turned off Timer not set correctly Discharge tube bent Odd material blocking filter Leak from the washer between the tap and inlet tube The washing machine has not discharged water "No spin" setting (some models only) Strong vibrations during spin Washing machine not perfectly level Transport bracket not removed Washing load not evenly distributed For prompt servicing, give the model of the washing machine, to be found on the label placed on the cabinet inside of the porthole or on the guarantee certificate. Important 1 The use of environment friendly detersives without phosphates may produce the following effects: - The discharge rinse water may result cloudier due to the presence of zeolites in suspension. - The presence of white powder (zeolites) on the washing at the end of the washing cycle. This does not remain incorporated in the fabric and does not alter the colour. [. . . ]