User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HBWM54

[. . . ] IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please read this instruction book thoroughly before installing and using your appliance for the first time. Instruction Manual For Models WM51/WM52/WM53 WM54/WM55/WM56 Electricity Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used. To replace, insert fuse and push fuse holder down into locked position. Correct replacement is identified by colour coding or the marking on base of plug. [. . . ] Reposition `Hooked End Support' as required along GREY drainage hose. If fitting an under sink waste disposal unit (Fig 3), cut out the membrane, bung or blanking plug (Fig 4 and 4a). Attach the GREY drainage hose to the under sink waste disposal unit securely, using a Jubilee clip. Raise the hose to a minimum height of 800 mm to avoid syphoning. Fig 4 - Before Fig 4a - After 5. Adjust the Feet. . . This must only be done when the machine is upright q Release locking rings on the two front feet. q Tighten the locking rings on the front feet. Note: Your appliance may become noisy or move about the floor if it has not been stabilised. 10 Step Check List 7 1. q Do not attempt to open the door when the indicator light is on. 1 Sort laundry by label into groups with the same wash requirements and load appliance. 2 Close door by applying pressure at the 3 o'clock position. 3 Add detergent and or conditioner to the dispenser drawer, see pages 14-15. Refer to detergent manufacturer's dosage instructions. 4 Select required wash programme by turning the wash dial clockwise, you will hear a click as the pointer aligns at the start position. 5 Select optional wash features by pressing button, a colour band indicates selection. 6 Switch on both the water & electricity supply at the mains. Note: We recommend on completion of your wash programme that you switch off both the electricity and water supply to the appliance. 10 7 Switch `ON', the door will lock and after a few seconds the indicator light will illuminate throughout the wash programme. 8 1-2 minutes after completion of the wash programme the indicator light will go out and the door can be opened. Switch `OFF' after use. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The temperature of the incoming water supply or selection of wash features: ie. Economy Wash will affect programme times. Choosing a Wash Programme ITCL Prog. Spin Speed depending on model Hotpoint recommend the Persil range of detergent products Codes Fabric A Prewash Heavily soiled loads. On completion, switch `OFF' mains button before selecting 40 3kg to 5kg wash programme. White cotton & linen without special finishes Colourfast cotton, linen or viscose without special finishes Non-colourfast cotton, linen & viscose 95 95 5kg 5kg 15-25 400rpm B C D E 120-130 100-110 51200rpm 551100rpm 51200rpm 551100rpm 60 40 5kg 5kg 90-100 60-70 51200rpm 551100rpm 51200rpm 551100rpm F Coloured nylon, polyester, acrylic/cotton mixtures, cotton or viscose with 50 special finishes (eg. drip dry), coloured polyester/cotton mixtures Acrylics, acetates & tri-acetate blends of these fabrics with wool, polyester/wool blends Quickwash for freshening up lightly soiled items 40 3kg 50-60 900rpm G 3kg 45-50 900rpm H Incoming Household Supply 0. 9kg 30-35 900rpm WARNING: Not for woollen items. Woollen blankets, wool mixtures with cotton or rayon, silk Shrink resistant machine-washable wool 5 40 2. 7kg 40-45 900rpm J 40 1. 4kg 40-45 900rpm 55 Maximum spin speed for Models WM53 and WM55 only. 11 Wash Features Button Selection To select an optional wash feature, press button and a colour band will become visible. Press again to cancel. Option Buttons Economy Wash Save money and time on lightly soiled loads. Lightly soiled clothes are washed at the temperature of the incoming household water supply. q Not available with programme `H'. Half Load Save money and time on smaller loads q Reduces the quantity of water used for rinsing. Note: Remember to cancel buttons after use! Automatic Features Pulse Spin for ModelS WM56/55/53 Helps reduce wear and tear on your wash items. Pulse spin is an automatic function where a long steady spin is followed by a 30 second burst at the maximum speed of your appliance to enable safer, more efficient water extraction. Intelligent Care Your appliance has an inbuilt feature to prevent it spinning with an unbalanced load, avoiding excessive vibration and prolonging the life of the appliance. 12 Weight of Wash Load Two examples of typical wash loads for different types of fabric Washcare Tips Before washing laundry:- q Pre-treat stains. COTTON 2 Bath Towels 4 Shirts 5 Blouses 1 Set of Pyjamas 4 Sets of Underwear q Close zips, tie belts, strings etc. . . [. . . ] Other things which can extend programme times include: q Low temperature or pressure of the incoming hot water. See `Installation' pages 4, 5, 6 & 7. Have you used the correct amount of detergent suitable for automatic washing appliances?See `Detergent & Fabric Conditioner' page 15. q q If you have used the wrong type, flush out your appliance by selecting a rinse programme. Follow instructions on the detergent pack, taking into consideration load size, soiled loads and water hardness. It makes a noise or vibrates during a spin programme. . . If the noise is excessive you should check: q Has the transit bracket been removed? [. . . ]