User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON AVTL 89

[. . . ] The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance. Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with the clover symbol. Should any problems arise, this booklet provides instructions on how to solve them by yourself; see section "Something not working?". If this information is not sufficient, please contact our nearest SERVICE CENTRE. Printed on recycled paper. [. . . ] Information on water hardness can be obtained from your local water supply authority. Information on water hardness Degree of hardness I=Soft II=Medium III=Hard IV=Very hard German degrees °dH French degrees °TH 0-7 7-14 14-21 more than 21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than 37 21 132994680·gb 4-06-2002 15:50 Pagina 22 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the drying cycle As a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle. Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even during the drying cycle. Load Sort of laundry Linen and cottons Synthetics max. load (dry weight) 2. 5 kg 2 kg Warning: Loads of washed laundry exceeding these values must be divided before being dried, otherwise poor results will be obtained. Garments not suitable for drying · Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains, woollen and silk, garments with metal inserts, nylon stockings, bulky garments such as anoraks, bedcovers, quilts, sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried. · Garments padded with foam-rubber or materials similar to foamrubber must not be machine dried; they represent a fire hazard. · Also, fabrics containing residues of setting lotions or hair sprays, nail solvents or similar solutions must not be machine dried in order to avoid the formation of harmful vapours. 22 132994680·gb 4-06-2002 15:50 Pagina 23 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the drying cycle Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machine dried. The following symbols refer to drying: Machine drying is usually possible Normal drying (normal temperature) Gentle drying (reduced temperature) Do not machine dry Duration of the drying cycle The drying time can vary according to · the final spin speed; · the required degree of drying (store dry or iron dry); · the type of laundry; · the size of load. As you become more familiar with the appliance, you will discover the drying times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric. It is a good idea to make a note of these times. Modification of the drying time If you wish to modify the drying time when a drying programme is running, first depress START/PAUSE button to set the machine to PAUSE. After modifying the time, depress START/PAUSE again to continue the programme. Fibre residue After drying fluffy fabrics, such as new towels, it is advisable to perform the RINSE programme "A" to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards. After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned. 23 132994680·gb 4-06-2002 15:50 Pagina 24 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the drying cycle Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying time. To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fabrics, avoid excessive drying. How to dry Drying only Max. During this period it is possible to load other laundry, to modify or cancel the delay time. · Modify or cancel the delay time: press the START/PAUSE button. Press the DELAY START button until the time required appears on the display, or 0h, if you wish to cancel it. Press the START/ PAUSE button again. Programme progress display By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corre- MAIN WASH sponding to the various phases making up the programme RINSES come on. After the machine has started, only the running EXTRA RINSE phase pilot light stays on. SPIN DRYING END PREWASH Display The time to the end of the programme decreases minute by minute and appears on the display. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. The END light comes on in the programme progress display. 28 132994680·gb 4-06-2002 15:50 Pagina 29 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the water must be emptied out before opening the door either - by pressing the START/PAUSE button (the laundry will be spun at the speed corresponding to the selected type of fabrics. The spin speed can be reduced by means of the SPIN SPEED button) - or by selecting the spin speed and pressing START/PAUSE - or by turning the selector dial to O and then to DRAIN "C" and pressing the START/PAUSE button again. Check that the drum is empty so as to avoid any forgotten items being damaged in a subsequent wash (e. g. Leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells. Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) Warning!For NON-STOP programmes, it is also essential not to exceed the maximum load sizes of 2. 5 kg for cotton and 2 kg for synthetics. [. . . ] · After having installed the machine, check that it is not standing on its electrical supply cable. · If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor, ensure that air can circulate freely between the adjustable feet and the floor. · The installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations requirements. · Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this should be carried out by our Service Force Centre. 44 132994680·gb 4-06-2002 15:50 Pagina 45 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view 1015 600 25 566 Rear view Cold water Power cable Drain 45 132994680·gb 4-06-2002 15:50 Pagina 46 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. [. . . ]