User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON AQ9D 49 U H

[. . . ] Running a wash cycle, 6 Wash cycles and options, 7 Cutting off the water and electricity supplies Cleaning the machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for your appliance drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. Inside the pack containing this manual, you will also find the guarantee and all the details necessary for installation. [. . . ] To set a delayed start for the selected cycle, press the corresponding button repeatedly until the required delay period has been reached. During the setting procedure, the delay period and the text "Starts in:" symbol. Will be displayed, along with the flashing After the delayed start has been set, the symbol will remain fixed on the display, which will also indicate the duration of the selected cycle with the text "Ends in:" and the cycle duration. Once the set delay time has elapsed, the machine will begin its cycle and the display will show "Ends in:" and the time remaining until the end of the cycle. To remove the delayed start option, press the button symbol until the display shows the text OFF; the will disappear. Press the button to activate the option; the name of the option will then appear on the display and the corresponding indicator light will illuminate. Press the button again to deactivate the option; the name of the option will then appear on the display followed by the text OFF, and the corresponding indicator light will switch off. If the selected option is not compatible with the selected wash cycle, this incompatibility will be signalled by the flashing of the indicator light and a sound alert (3 beeps); the option will not be activated. If the selected option is not compatible with another option that has been selected previously, the indicator light corresponding to the first option selected will flash and only the second option will be activated; the indicator light corresponding to the button will remain lit in a constant manner. The options may affect the recommended load value and/or the duration of the cycle. The corresponding indicator light remains lit in a fixed manner and the porthole door DOOR LOCKED indicator light locks (the illuminates). The icons corresponding to the wash cycle phases will light up during the cycle to indicate which phase is currently in progress. Easy Iron By selecting this option, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. Wash cycle, the machine will end the For the Silk cycle while the laundry is soaking and the Easy Iron indicator light will flash. It cannot be used in conjunction with Time Saver If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by 30%-50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. , , , , It cannot be used in conjunction with We recommend this option is used with a full load of washing, or when a large amount of detergent is required. It cannot be used in conjunction with ), as well as its colour, the washing temperature, the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area. Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid wastage and help to protect the environment: although they are biodegradable, detergents still contain ingredients which alter the balance of nature. We recommend the following: use powder detergents for white cotton garments and pre-washing. Use liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and for all low-temperature wash cycles. The detergent should be poured into the relevant compartment - or the dispenser placed directly inside the drum - before the wash cycle begins. In the latter case, it will not be possible to select the Cottons with pre-wash cycle. [. . . ] Unplug the appliance when cleaning it and during all maintenance work. Remove the kick strip on the front of the machine using a screwdriver (see figure); The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Position a container so that it will collect the water which flows out (approximately 1. Reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance. [. . . ]