User manual HOOVER HSW110M

[. . . ] Please help dispose of the packaging via environmentally-friendly means. Your retailer or local council will be able to give you details of current means of disposal. Appliances that have reached the end of their useful life are not worthless rubbish!Valuable materials can be salvaged from an old appliance via scrap reprocessing. Note: to ensure safety when disposing of an old washing machine disconnect the mains plug from the socket, cut the mains power cable and destroy this together with the plug. To prevent children shutting themselves in the machine break the door hinges or the door lock. 3 40000755. qxd 30/10/2003 15:04 Page 4 General delivery notes Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance: ­ Instruction manual ­ Guarantee card ­ Blanking plug ­ Inlet hoses & bracket ­ Base panel ­ x2 push clips Check that no damage has occurred to the machine during transit. If it has, call the manufactures service by GIAS (tel: 08705 400 600). [. . . ] This helps limit vibration, reduce noise and improve the washing machine's reliability and life. Detergent drawer h was Pre-wder po Main w as powder h ic br Fa r ne itio nd co The detergent draw is split into 3 compartments: ­ ­ the first, labelled "I", is for detergent utilised during Prewash and 32 minute wash. the second, labelled "II", is for detergent utilised during the main wash. 14 40000755. qxd 30/10/2003 15:04 Page 15 Note: some forms of detergents are difficult to dispense from the drawer e. g. For these, we suggest you use the recommended dispenser which is placed inside the drum. This ensures that the liquid detergent is dispersed in the drum only when needed. ­ the third, labelled " " is for special additives, fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners etc. The machine is programmed to automatically take up additives during the final rinse stage for all wash cycles. Note: only put special additives, fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners, etc, in the third compartment. Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use Choice of detergent General purpose detergents ­ Powder detergents, for a thorough wash, with bleaching agents, are particularly suitable for use in hot wash programmes (60°C and over), for heavily soiled and stained laundry. ­ Liquid detergents, are particularly suitable for grease stains, such as greasy skin marks, cosmetics and oil. These detergents are not suitable for washing stained laundry, as they do not contain bleach. ­ Biological detergents, not all the products available give a really thorough wash. 15 40000755. qxd 30/10/2003 15:04 Page 16 Special detergents ­ Detergents for coloureds and delicates, without added bleach, also often without any optical brightening agents, to preserve the colour. ­ Detergents for a thorough wash, without added bleach or enzymes, particularly suitable for handling woollen fibres. ­ Detergents for curtains with optical brightening agents, resistant to light, to prevent yellowing from sunlight. QUICK PROGRAMME 32 Minute Wash This washing machine also has a 32 Minute Wash programme option (Programme Q). This programme allows a complete washing cycle to be carried out in approximately 32 minutes, with a maximum load of 2kg and is recommended for lightly soiled items. When selecting the programme, please note that we recommend you use only 20% of the recommended quantities shown on the detergent pack. Do not use fabric conditioner with this programme. 18 40000755. qxd 30/10/2003 15:04 Page 19 Auto half load Main wash The washing machine is fitted with a self adjusting water level system. This system enables the machine to use the optimum amount of water needed to wash and rinse the laundry in relation to the particular load. This results in a reduction of the water and electricity used without in any way compromising the washing and rinsing performance. In fact, the amount of water and electricity used will always be appropriate for the clothes load. The washing machine automatically ensures excellent washing results at minimum cost whilst respecting the environment. Sorting the laundry ­ ­ ­ It is recommended you wash only items which are washable with water and detergent and not dry-clean items. If you need to wash rugs, bedspreads or other heavy items, it is best not to spin them. Sort the laundry according to fabric type, degree of soiling and wash temperature: follow the labelling on the garments. Examples: Laundry for hot wash Coloured, easy-care materials Delicates and wool Items labelled with the following symbols are not suitable for machine washing: Wash by hand Dry clean For very delicate items, such as net curtains, underwear, tights etc. , you are advised to use a laundry net or wash bag. Woollen items must be labelled with the "Pure New Wool" symbol if they are to be washed in the machine, and must also be labelled "non-matting" or "machine washable". [. . . ] Machine vibrates a lot during spin Washing machine not completely level. Two minutes have not elapsed since the programme finished. Replace gasket and tighten connection. Door will not open 27 40000755. qxd 30/10/2003 15:05 Page 28 Power failure If there is a power failure the wash cycle will be interrupted, the wash programme and functions will be suspended. When the power is restored, the wash programme and functions will re-start from the same point and complete the programme. [. . . ]