User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON ARXXF 125

[. . . ] Description of the washing machine and starting a wash cycle, 4-5 Control panel Indicator lights Starting a wash cycle Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance 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, transferred or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it from shifting while it is operating. [. . . ] Mix 15': To refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, 6 silk and clothes which require washing by hand). For all Test Institutes: 1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle 7 with a temperature of 60°C. 2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 2 with a temperature of 40°C. 3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C. A high-temperature hygienic wash cycle (over 60°C) which requires the use of bleach. This is a silent cycle which can be run at night, when the electricity prices are lower. At the end of the cycle the machine stops while there is still water in the drum; to spin and drain the laundry press the START/PAUSE button; alternatively the machine will perform the spin cycle and drain the water automatically after 8 hours. This wash cycle can be used to remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while ensuring that all detergent is removed from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergies. The cycle has been designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimising the effect of special disinfecting additives added to the detergent. At the end of the wash cycle, the machine will slowly rotate the drum to prevent the formation of creases; to end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button. Mix 30(wash cycle 5) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (5 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg. Mix 15 (wash cycle 6) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (6 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1. By pressing the TEMPERATURE button to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles). The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value set for each wash cycle. By pressing the SPIN SPEED button to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle. The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows: Wash cycles Maximum spin speed Cottons 1200 rpm Synthetics 800 rpm Wool 600 rpm Silk drain only The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol . The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed which is higher than the maximum speed set for each wash cycle. The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time. The function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated. Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conjunction with the selected wash cycle. [. . . ] The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part. Using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washing machine (see figure); The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently. [. . . ]