User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB6112

[. . . ] Connect the end of the water inlet hose to the washing machine, screwing it onto the appliance's cold water inlet, situated on the top right-hand side on the rear of the appliance (see figure). Once the washing machine has been removed from the packaging, check that it has not been damaged during transportation. If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process. Remove the 4 transit bolts used during transportation and the corresponding spacers on the back of the machine (see figure). [. . . ] Running a wash cycle gB NOTE: the first time you use the washing machine, add detergent and run an empty 90°C cotton wash cycle without the pre-wash phase. All the indicator lights will illuminate for 1 second, after which the light corresponding to the button will remain lit constantly, while the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly. Load the laundry, making sure that the maximum load quantity indicated in the table of programmes (below) is not exceeded. Pull out the drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant compartments as described in Description of the machine. Turn the PROGRAMME knob left or right to select the required programme, to which a set temperature and spin speed are linked (these values may all be modified). The machine automatically selects the temperature and the maximum spin speed for the programme set and these values may not be button, the tempeincreased. By pressing the rature can be progressively reduced or even set to cold wash ( ). by pressing the button , the spin speed can be progressively reduced or even ). If the buttons are eliminated altogether ( pressed again the maximum values are restored. Press the OPTION buttons to personalise the wash cycle according to your own requirements. press the button to activate the option; the corresponding indicator light will illuminate. This option is not compatible with the Wool, Durable Spin, Delicate Spin and Draining programmes. ), its colour, the temperature of the wash, the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area. Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid accidental spills and help to protect the environment: although they may be biodegradable, detergents contain elements that alter the balance of nature. We recommend: the use of powder detergents for white cotton garments and for pre-wash phases; the use of liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and for all programmes which run at a low temperature; the use of liquid detergents for wool and silk. Do not use detergents when washing garments by hand, because they create too much foam. The detergent must be measured out into the relevant compartment, or into the detergent dosing ball which will be placed directly into the drum of the machine. In this case the Cotton cycle with pre-wash phase may not be selected. 0508) from The Woolmark Company, which certifies the machine washing of all woollen garments, even those whose label states hand . The Wool programme therefore offers wash only you complete peace of mind when washing all woollen garments, with great performance guaranteed every time. Duvets: to wash double or single duvets (the weight of which should not exceed 3 kg), cushions or clothes padded with goose down such as puffa jackets, use the special "Duvets" programme. We recommend that duvets are placed in the drum with their edges folded inwards (see figure) and that no more than ¾ of the total volume of the drum is used. [. . . ] For more information relating to the correct disposal of household appliances, owners should contact their local authorities or appliance dealer. Using the tab shown in the figure, pull outwards until the plastic brace comes away; pull it downwards until you hear a click, which indicates that the door is unlocked; Open the door; if this is still not possible, repeat the process; Replace the kick strip, making sure that the hooks are positioned in the right slots before pushing the panel towards the machine. This limits wear and tear on the machines water supply and prevents leaks. Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before cleaning it and before performing any maintenance work on it. [. . . ]